I reached 300 hours of flight time!

[@kacybruce4379]

Congrats RUSS! I passed my ppl checkride two weeks ago! I’ve been in the plane a lot the past couple of weeks! What a rewarding experience! All the hard work pays off. 😊 I’m in a rural area of KY and I have been venturing to the Charlie’s around my area working on radio comms! So much fun!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Congratulations on getting your PPL! That is so awesome! I am so happy for you, and I’m glad to hear that you are enjoying that licensed experience. Keep line, keep building those hours and confidence. As I know you’ve heard the cliché Syd, getting a license is a license to learn. Be well, and congratulations once again!

[@wkboggs5]

What part of Ky? I’m in Greenup Co. (Eastern) and JUST started online ground school and have talked with my chosen CFI and hoping to start rent in the spring.

[@RusscanFLY]

@ that’s awesome! Definitely hope you’re able to get started. Keep me posted!

[@kacybruce4379]

@@wkboggs5 I’m in central Ky, Taylor county! Good luck with your training! Enjoy every moment!

[@jimmydulin928]

Congratulations Russ. I stopped logging at 17,000 in 09 when I lost my right eye and ended my commercial career. You will not go so high unless you fly pipeline as a second career, but your airmanship is pretty well established by now. You had a good instructor. Instrument will fill some further capabilities, but you are getting comfortable with flying. Good landing. The tiny bit of wiggle in the yoke is the spring connect to the rudder, which you are using properly to nail the centerline between your legs. No loss of control on landing with happy feet. Keep up the good work.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother Jimmy! 17,000 hours is definitely an impressive amount of flying. Definitely sad to hear that you lost your eye, but it seems like he did a whole Lotta flying before you had to pack it in. Thank you so much for the support, and the continued instruction. Greatly appreciate it. Take care of my good man, and I thank you for being such a bright light on my aviation journey. Take care!

[@NealHill0]

CONGRATULATIONS, my Sky Brother!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother Neal!

[@coreyjordan2745]

Awesome! 300 hours. To 1500.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!!!

[@jameswilson1522]

Yes ! Yes ! Yes ! Congratulations.. Congratulations.. Congratulations !!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you. Definitely an exciting milestone!

[@ericathewwfwcwdivastraight8906]

Congratulations Russ

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you very much!

[@N1377J]

Your plane is soooo nice. I just love it. 300 hour is a big milestone.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I’ve definitely been blessed with an awesome aircraft for sure. Take care, and thank you for the support!

[@johnniewilliams4741]

Congratulations on another milestone! Blu Phi

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother Johnnie! Your support definitely makes a difference! G.O.M.A.B. Frat!

[@TheGospelQuartetParadise]

Congrats on 300 hrs. Keep doing you and never stop learning. Too many people I know think once they master the aircraft they master all there is to know, too. That definitely is not true.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, it seems like out of them at 300, there’s more that I don’t know, then I think I did! So yeah, gonna stay humble and stay in my lane. Take care, and thank you for the support!

[@TheGospelQuartetParadise]

@@RusscanFLY At some point your daughter will probably feed off your enthusiasm and want you to teach her to fly.. Encourage her to be all she wants to be... And keep doing you.

[@msabol01]

Congrats on 300! The next 300 will pass quickly. Knowing you're in the danger zone is half the solution...keep flying safe! - Another sub 1000 hr pilot.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! And thank you so much for subscribing to the channel, and for the encouraging comment! Congratulations on your thousand hours, trying to be like you when I grow up! Be well!

[@MarcusJFloyd]

🎉 congrats Russ, I'm right behind you at 260

[@RusscanFLY]

That’s awesome brother Marcus! Thank you for your amazing support. Fly well, brother!

[@RockyTopAviator]

Congrats my good man! Blue skies and tailwinds!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely happy to be cruising on the Long! No pun intended!

[@duanetyrusfernandes2659]

Congratulations brother! loved watching your channel since day 1!

[@RusscanFLY]

Wow, that’s awesome! Thank you so much for the love and support. It is definitely greatly appreciated. Be well!

[@habiyakaretheodore6087]

Congrats for 300 hours!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@ef2111]

Congrats!!! It’s definitely a journey!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I completely agree! Definitely a journey for sure!

[@Cherokee140Pilot]

Congrats on your milestone, keep it going, Russ!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely happy to be honest journey. Thank you for being on it with me.

[@KnowledgeNuggets-Togo]

Congratulations Brother 🙏🏿

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the support!

[@rohanvidal5880]

Congratulations brother

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother Rohan!

[@henryreed6911]

Congratulations Russ 👍🏼🙌

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@david.b4186]

CONGRATULATIONS Sir👍🏾. The videos are Awesome, Interesting Keep em flowing.

[@RusscanFLY]

Panky brother David! I appreciate the support. Definitely gonna keep on moving forward, and trying to push out the best content that I can. Support from people like you makes it all possible! Be well brother!

[@coreyjordan2745]

The Danger Zone: You will be fine Russ. Keep up the good work. Keep flying, keep learning, and keep filming your flying we all love to see you up there bro! A good pilot is always learning. The path to 1500 hours.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Gonna definitely keep on flying, and learning, good Lord willing. Thank you for joining me on my journey, and thank you so much for the support! Take care!

[@geoffreyo7139]

Congratulations Russ!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@BlaqViper]

Russ, you’re making Philly (close enough to Doylestown) proud!!…🤗

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely glad that I’m representing appropriately! Take care!

[@markbaker8]

Congratulations Russ!!!!👍

[@RusscanFLY]

Thanks so much, brother Mark!

[@maritestaylor8458]

Congrats Sir Russ.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@SmittyPilot]

Congratulations Russ, fun following you on your journey

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for the well wishes, and thank you for following along on my journey. Your support really means a lot to me, and it keeps me encouraged it keep going! Be well!

[@rilloman]

Congratulations on the milestone... In the next video, let's see how you get in and out of your plane... I'm obsessed with knowing how it's done in those smaller planes...

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you! Will do! Definitely coming soon!

[@juanMacko]

This is a blessing to see man. Congrats boss

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely a blessing for sure. Thank you so much for your support!

[@ricdantas7289]

Congrats Russ!!! Keep the flying going. Flying once a week keeps you proficient, twice a week makes for better landings. Praying the Lord continues to keep you safe and proficient.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I’m trying to fly consistently at least once a week. Sometimes the weather seems to try to conspire against me. That’s why I got a jump on this instrument rated. Anyway, thank you for the well wishes and the prayers!

[@nathanwildthorn6919]

Alriiiiighhht! 300 hours, woohooooo! Well done, my fellow God-fearing man! 😊❤

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, just trying to stay on the path of continued growth. It’s definitely been such a blessing. Thank you so much for the well wishes, and the support. It really means a lot to me.

[@Kruffy]

wonderful Russ that’s great 🎉 woo hoo

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely excited on this journey, and the progress. Thank you for your support!

[@bong32bong]

Congrats Russ!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the support!

[@EdcanflyTu-g8t]

congratulation on your 300hrs.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much 😀

[@bernardowens1648]

Congrats on your flying time!!! This is an amazing channel and I feel privileged to be living vicariously through your eyes!! Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for the well wishes, and the amazing support of the channel! I really do appreciate the positive feedback, and the kind words. This journey has been such a blessing, and have a folks like you come alongside me makes it even better! Thanks again!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for your support! It really means so much to me. Your support keeps me motivated, and definitely uplift me as I continue on this amazing journey. Thanks again!

[@SeannBogguess-qe4dy]

Go go Russ!! Love it, for yourself for the People :o)

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!!! Take care!

[@chiibekwe7665]

Congrats! Your videos are so uplifting!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m glad they have a positive impact. Be well!

[@OpenSourceGA]

Congratulations!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!

[@deltuforobert1]

Congratulations, on to 400 -I think you should post on KZbin when and where you’re going. You may get fanfare showing up to greet you.

[@RusscanFLY]

You know, that’s a good idea! I thought about doing that, but you just cemented the idea. Thank you so much for the note. Congratulations, thank you for the support, and thank you for the excellent suggestion!

[@DdDd-ss3ms]

Congrats 300 real flown hours in all kinds of VFR weathers from cavok to minimum. With events you (I'm certain) you though "Oh sht" but handled all well and learned from it. From long runways to short runways. Happy many new flights ❤

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! And yeah, it is definitely been all kinds of situations. Including oh sht moments for sure. Thank you so much for following along. Good Lord, willing, lots of more great flying to do!

[@kevw172]

Congratulations! I'm almost up to 300 just from flight training myself.

[@RusscanFLY]

That’s awesome! That means you have definitely been committed to your training. Continue to enjoy your journey, is exactly the way it should be. Take care, and continue to fly well!

[@kevw172]

Thanks you aswell 🙌

[@jwald6795]

Congrats man.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Thank you for being on this journey with me!

[@jbot6902]

Happy 300 !

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Good Lord, willing, many more hours to come!

[@Bam_Like_Dat]

The 300!!! Congratulations Russ!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m definitely excited about the progress. Thank you for your support!

[@Edsflyin]

Congrats Russ, huge fan of your videos, got my PPL back in August. Your videos helped me a lot.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I am so happy to hear that you got your private pilot license! That is so awesome! I’m glad you found the videos helpful. I actually started this KZbin channel with folks just like you and mine. Congratulations! And thank you again for the support!

[@Edsflyin]

@ God bless you my brother, just hit 125 hrs, thank you for the kind words. Keep doing you!

[@bradleysayles7172]

CONGRATS MAN!!!! I’m only a student pilot with only 10hrs of flight time .. this is so inspiring and thank youfor sharing your journey and experiences! God bless!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you find this inspiring. That’s really the whole point for my channel. I wanna show my journey, to show others that it is quite capable. Just keep putting 1 foot in front of the other, or another words landing in front of the other, and before you know it, you’ll be check right ready! Keep me posted on your progress!

[@twinflyer1491]

Congratulations Russ!!! Another milestone reached. You’ll be out of the danger zone before you know it. Tailwinds to ya!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I remember hearing about this danger zone. Definitely trying to stay much more vigilant now that I’m in it.

[@twinflyer1491]

@ You’ll be fine, I love your approach to aviation. Safety first! Keep doing it that way.

[@user-qz3pr911]

Congrats! keep going. ❤😊

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely the plan for sure. Thank you so much for your support!

[@mouser485]

Good job Russ !!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@Parr4theCourse]

Yea…. Congratulations on the 300 hours!!! Keep up the good work!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, my good brother! I’m trying to be like you when I grow up!😂😂😂 anyway, be well, and as always thank you for the continued support.

[@Parr4theCourse]

@ Grow up? You sure you’re a pilot 🤪😜 Be like me???! You set the bar WAY to LOW🤪😜

[@RusscanFLY]

@@Parr4theCourse 😂😂😂✈️✈️✈️

[@bige6560]

Congrats Russ, here's to another great 300 hours and hopefully an instrument rating along the way!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! And good Lord willing, that is the plan my good man. Thanks so much for your support. Take care!

[@dbwilljr68]

So proud of you Sir!!!! Congratulations! And the KPOU grub still stands!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m definitely gonna hold you to that! Let’s grub!

[@ernestoguitron5851]

That's awesome 🎉

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@TheRealBleachX]

Congratulations on the 300 flight hours! That's tremendous!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I’m trying to keep on moving forward! Take care, and thanks again!

[@FeltonZackery-gm8yl]

Congrats Russ🎉 Thanks for sharing your incredible journey. May the Most High continue to bless you and your household.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! And I thank you so much for the prayers. They are definitely greatly appreciated. Take care, and thanks again for your support!

[@djbluemiles3998]

Great job. Proud of you bruv. I just started my journey in August and love it. I am hoping to get to the checkride next year at this point. I only fly once per week, on the weekends, Twice if it’s a long weekend. I’m not rushing anything. Your enthusiasm and commitment inspires me.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much family! That sounds like a good plan to me. Definitely don’t rush anything. Take your time, and do your journey piece by piece. Take care, and stop back by every now and let me know how you’re progressing. Take care!

[@thesavvycarconsumer1657]

Congratulations I’m happy to say I been there from the very beginning. Keep grinding keep learning keep putting God first. #classroom11 #SITL

[@RusscanFLY]

Yes, you have been Brother! You definitely been there for me and more ways than one. Thank you so much for your prayers, and your guidance. God bless you, brother!

[@coreyjordan2745]

I like that background track

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@tscan100]

nice landing

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@effinator]

Good for you! I aspire, keep up the amazing work! So inspiring

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!🛩️🛩️🛩️

[@positiverate5676]

Congratulations Russ! Very happy for you.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much 😀

[@flight2freedom-mp1sf]

Congrats my brother I’m so proud of you. Keep up the good work. 🎉

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother! You do the same!

[@Wardog22476]

Congratulations!!!! I just broke my 200 hours few days ago. Planning on starting my Instrument and Commercial Pilot training at the same. Have a safe flight!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! And good for you starting your instrument and commercial right off the back. That’s awesome. I want to get my instrument rating started pretty soon too. Be well, and thanks again!

[@emellina1]

300 hours is definitely a milestone and one amazing accomplishment!! Congrats!! Yes, always keep spare batteries on hand for your noise canceling headset. By the way - what’s the website for your century mifi / internet device on the window? Be safe and God Bless.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I am definitely happy that I am slowly progressing, and building my hours and proficiency. Go to sporty’s Pilot shop, and look for ADS B devices. It will pop up there. Sporty pretty much has the best price. Take care, and thanks again for the amazing support!

[@emellina1]

@@RusscanFLY thanks. I’ll go to sports and check it out!

[@MichaelCarterShow]

Congrats! 300 to 1000 hrs i'm dangerous!🤣 Luv tha shirt btw. Enjoy your weekend FAMLAY! See u on this coming members only video! #salute my gud brotha!!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother! Yeah, they say pilots like me in that danger zone. From 300 to 1000, those are some of the more dangerous pilots for sure. Take care, and have a great weekend!

[@fighterbomberMiG27]

This is a great achievement. What are your plans for the future, do you plan to get your commercial pilot license and look for a job as a professional pilot? My sub for you, man. Congrats Russ!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for the support, and thank you for subscribing to the channel. I take no subscription for granite, so I really appreciate the support. I’m not sure what my future plans are, but right now I at least want to get my instrument rating. From there, I do think about the possibility of being a flight instructor. I don’t think I’ll ever fly commercial, but I’ve learned to never say never. Anyway, thanks again for the support!

[@Mrceothepilot]

Love watching your journey bro let’s get to that 1000 hour 😇 not sure if I asked you before are going to the airlines or corporate

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Thank you for watching and supporting the journey. Definitely greatly appreciate it. I don’t know if I’ll go corporate, but I can see maybe becoming a flight instructor take care!

[@Mrceothepilot]

@@RusscanFLY oh ok I see sounds good to hear fly safe 🫡

[@wkboggs5]

Bro! I only found your channel YESTERDAY and I’ve seen ONE video prior to this one but you’ve earned another subscriber because I really love your style in your videos. Congratulations on 300! And I’m looking forward to seeing the rest. 😁 Me? Christian man. Flown powered parachute for several years and JUST started online ground school so FINALLY about to begin tryst journey mySELF! I’m STOKED!!👊

[@RusscanFLY]

First, thank you so much for subscribing! I really do appreciate the support. I never take any subscriber for granted, so I definitely appreciate your support! At any rate, I am glad that you were on your own journey. I’ll give you props for doing the powered parachute thing. I can fly an airplane, but that looks really scary! At any rate, thanks again!, And enjoy your journey. Stop back by every now and let me know how you’re doing. Take care!

[@wkboggs5]

@@RusscanFLYyou bet!👊

[@therustypilot3452]

300 hours! Russ i'm at about 250 for the last 24 months.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother! Yeah, now I know just enough to be dangerous! Be well!

[@therustypilot3452]

@ you are stacking the hours up. 300 hours is a good bit for 2 ish years flying

[@beepbeep1281]

Hey Russ, congratulations on reaching 300 flight hours, are you interested on becoming a CFI or are you going to continue to keep flying?

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I definitely appreciate the note of congratulations. Thank you so much for your support. It’s interesting that you asked the question. I definitely want to start working on my instrument rating, but the thought of being a flight instructor has crossed my mind recently. Anyway, take care, and be well!

[@beepbeep1281]

@ I’ve been following you since your first video on Charlie, keep it up 🎉

[@dbucciar]

Congrats Russ! I'm behind you by about 60(!) hours. Still renting :( Do you find that you're flying a lot more frequently after getting the Cherokee?

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I will say that the amount of the hours that I’m flying now, compared to when I was renting, has exploded. So yeah, owning has definitely increased the amount of hours that I fly!

[@Flying55177]

How long did it take to get your registration? I bought my plane in July and sent my paperwork in and still haven’t heard anything. Maybe I should give the FAA a call. Anyway, another great video sir! Keep up the good work 👍🏼

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, you definitely need to give them a call. I think it took about three weeks maybe before for my registration to come through. So yeah, you need to call and see what’s going on. If it’s been since July, and you’ve not heard anything now, you need to call. At any rate, thank you so much!

[@JS-wz3km]

Curious what makes you run the boost pump in the descent. Most boost pumps have a short duty cycle and the pipers I've flown only require them for prime and in the event of an EDP failure. Thanks for stopping at my home airport. Keep up the great videos!

[@RusscanFLY]

Basically, it’s a checklist item believe it or not. On takeoff and landing. It requires you to fire up the boost pump. So since it’s on a checklist, that’s what I do. My pleasure landing at your airport. It’s nice, because the fuel is cheap! Be well!

[@JS-wz3km]

@@RusscanFLY Thanks! I like learning about different aircraft systems, never know when it is going to save your butt!

[@jeffreymitchell2712]

🎉🎉🎉 Congrats Russ. That’s great!! Next time you come through 47N lunch on me.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother Jeffrey! And I’ll definitely hold you to that hundred dollar hamburger! Take care, and thanks again.

[@Timemachine429]

1200 to go

[@RusscanFLY]

True indeed! Although, no Airlines for me!

[@Timemachine429]

@ come on uncle Russ we want to see you rocking epaulettes

[@RusscanFLY]

@ 😂😂😂

[@robertdeltufo1373]

I’d stop and say hi

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you for stopping by! Take care!

[@Kenny-bp8ux]

If you don't mind me asking, where is your iPad?

[@RusscanFLY]

Unfortunately, I forgot it in my hanger! So I was navigating just solely on my instrument panel.

[@jeromes5141]

How long you been flying Rus?

[@RusscanFLY]

I started my training in September 2019. I got grounded during Covid, and then picked back up and Earnest in 2021.

[@jeromes5141]

@RusscanFLY nice. You will soon pass me and I started in 2013 or 14.

[@ralphmazraani5925]

Farzan @central jersey always has cheap fuel....

[@RusscanFLY]

True indeed! I’ve been there a couple times. Take care!

[@pawelcc38]

👊👊👊

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!

[@itamarmoura4080]

Parabéns Russ. Acompanhei todos os seus vídeos. Não foi fácil, mas você venceu.. Olhe tenho 42 anos. Sou mecânico de aviões aqui no Brasil. Era meu maior sonho ter me tornado piloto. Era meu sonho ter dado um abraço no meu pai com o uniforme de piloto. Infelizmente para se tornar piloto aqui no brasil você gasta R$145.000 mil reais em torno de 26 mil dólares pra vocês. Resumindo, meu pai partiu a 2 anos. Meu superior me disse que eu tinha um problema.. ele disse que eu era sujo! Com essa frase compreendi que nunca iria passar de um mecânico sujo como ele disse. As vezes recebo os aviões no aeroporto,como sou mecânico de check pesado de manutenção sempre estou muito sujo. Os pilotos quase nunca olham pra mim quando estendo a mão pra dar um simples bom dia. Mau sabem os pilotos que eles são meus heróis. Tenho esposa e um filho pequeno. Como lhe disse cheguei aos 42 anos sem realizar meu sonho de me tornar piloto. Confesso a você que sinto uma dor profunda sobre isso. Russ,achei que as pessoas tiravam a própria vida por falta de força mental... Hoje compreendo o porquê as pessoas desistem da própria vida. A falta de esperança e o sentimento de ter fracassado vai acabar me levando pois não suporto mais esse sentimento. Voe por mim Russ. Aproveite por mim cada vôo que fizer. Talvez quando você ler essa mensagem eu já não esteja aqui.. vou estar voando como eu sempre quis...mas ao lado do meu pai.. Deus lhe abençoe Russ.. Uma forte abraço na sua alma. Voe alto Russ

[@RusscanFLY]

I wish I could express what I need to in your language, but I’m hoping that Google translate this into Portuguese. You are absolutely worth being in this world. The fact that you feel pain, means that you have a sensitivity, that this world needs. It already has enough people who just care and think about themselves. There are so many narcissistic individuals these days, just thinking about their own pleasure and accomplishments. So I beg you, do not do anything to harm yourself. Fight through the darkness, because there is always light on the backend. Just know that I will be praying for you, and I want to hear from you from time to time. Stay here, God can still use you. God bless you, brother, and hang in there!

[@everydayfamilyman167]

Congratulations!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!

[@Its_Antoniooo]

Congrats Russ!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother Antonio!

[@flyingmusician]

Congratulations!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much 😀