Imagine Flying this thing single pilot?! Phenom 300 from Bahamas - IFR Flight VLOG

Inspiring to act as safety pilot while my IFR mentor exercises his new type rating!
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I am a "weekend warrior" private pilot, I fly for fun with no intentions of going commercial. I have had my PPL for over 15 years, but still consider each flight a learning experience - I generally take detailed notes after each flight to remind myself what went well or what I could do to improve.... Having the GoPro cameras to record flights like this is invaluable. I find these self analysis videos very helpful in my constant quest to improve, and am happy to share. Feedback is invited; however, please keep it positive.

[@bumfluffles5275]

50% of comments: Love the registration Other 50%: Love Osama

[@Notrocketscience101]

Osama could be a character in a Mission impossible movie.

[@ryancrazy1]

18:16 He earned his safety pilot seat haha

[@denniscouturier378]

"...climb and maintain four-five- zero." Gave me goosebumps just a little. For an aircraft capable of single pilot (!?), that's really awesome.

[@pedrolamarao]

Yeah, I was like "what?"

[@maciejkornatowski3026]

I mean, Phenom is more advanced than 95% of commercial aircraft in service from virtually all points of view. I'm more impressed some of the ancient airliners from 50s and 60s are still out there doing that with stone age tech.

[@Delious07]

@@pedrolamarao i had to look it up to see how high the plane could fly.. i cant belive that its able to fly at 4-5-0

[@craigbmm4675]

wow really . awsome

[@craigbmm4675]

they need to add a "self landing" button in the craft tho . something happens to that single pilot and its really tough getting home

[@hudsondonnell444]

Whiskey Tango Fox! Someone had fun registering this plane.

[@AndrewMcNulty1986]

Was thinking the exact same thing and surprised not one of the guys had a chuckle

[@d_kortman]

Andrew McNulty they probably did when they first saw the jet

[@2004JETTA]

Dude I'm literally ROFL right now :D :D

[@tylerc8273]

When you spend 8-9 mill on a private plane you can name if whatever the eff you want too haha 😂

[@yamahonkawazuki]

whiskey tango fox lima oscar lima would be another choice. @@tylerc8273

[@wkdravenna]

Osama is a chill and serious dude. 😁 Love em.

[@4jup4ter4]

I'd love for him too be my trainer.

[@fallinginthed33p]

It's also cool how he waits for the Mach/airspeed change on the display. It's like he knows how the algorithm works instead of just following whatever the display shows him.

[@Peel123]

We should all strive to be as chill and serious.

[@fz1000red]

The avionics in that jet are the most comprehensive and amazing that I have ever seen. More than thirty years ago I was an avionics technician and I still love airplanes. Rotary wing has changed a lot too.

[@osamaarafat]

I flew in a Bell 505X last week with the G1000H and that thing was out of this world. Totally flyable in IFR although not certified yet.

[@jameswikstrom4174]

Osama is a truly incredible pilot. To make the transition from a single engine TBM-850 to the Phenom 300 in such a relative short period of time is remarkable! He is the consummate professional in every aspect of flying. It is a privilege to watch a pilot handle an airplane as Osama does! He is completely focused on flying while in the airplane. Great pilot but a better person!

[@southjerseysound7340]

Man that Phenom makes my friends dad's Citation look like an old truck. Everything about that panel just works to help reduce the pilot's workload.

[@seikibrian8641]

@@hexagon6922 No, his FRIEND'S dad has one. Reading is fundamental.

[@Vladdy89]

It is so amusing to read this from a person who has never flown either a Station or a Phenom in his life. Cause the Phenom is handles exactly like an old truck in comparison to the Citation. Ironic isn't it?

[@fabios.253]

@@Vladdy89 I think you got it wrong, read again.

[@dingodango1]

The best part of the video is when Steve told Osama he was faster than Vref. I'm sure Osama knew his speed and was satisfied with it(probably flying a gust factor) but when you have a safety pilot his/her job is to point out anomalies and that's what happened. Perfect CRM and another excellent video.

[@jwdk7662]

Thought they normally have at least 10 knots higher than Vref on an approach?

[@captuelli]

JW K Vref gives you a 30% margin to stall and this is the minimum speed for the final approach. It’s recommended to further add a wind increment of 0.5x the steady wind plus the full gust on top. This should be between +5 and +20 knots for my operation but check your airplane or operator documentation!

[@FlyingSi]

VRef is not corrected for wind. His speed should be VApp, which is bugged here. That uses 1/2 steady headwind and full gust. It’s not perfect CRM at all - it’s a distraction at low level.

[@captuelli]

Flying Si Aviation Videos & Reviews you’re right. Vref is determined by 1.3VSO and your minimum control airspeed. Vapp and Vref confusion I see often... people call out speed as soon as you’re slightly below Vapp, as long as your trend is not to decrease below Vref I would argue that call out is not necessary but it’s also not bad CRM to do it... better say something sooner than end up in a stall short of the runway in SFO with a 777

[@FlyingSi]

Tim Uellendahl I see what you mean, but I’d say that pointing out an error which doesn’t exist on a type you’re unqualified on to a pilot who might not be vastly experienced on type (from comments here) doesn’t enhance safety. It could have resulted in confusion and the speed being reduced...

[@pesto12601]

Oh... to be rich.... that is one amazing bird to fly!

[@agoodchristianpilot159]

Mr B flying costs a lot man... it cost me like 20,000 to get my ppl

[@pesto12601]

@Mr B Yes.. been focusing on a luxury RV to go someplace in but alas... my focus still hasn't netted me the $$$$... I should have put my focus on having rich parents instead!

[@yurandicianni1055]

Osama is extremely amazing to go from PPL/IR to ATPL and typed in the Phenom, BUT you've done some amazing things as well! Not many people get to fly War Birds!

[@FlightChops]

Appreciated :). And I find hanging around with high achievers helps keep me motivated to work harder.

[@mikepazzree1340]

Your Grandpa is smiling down on his awesome Pilot Grandson :)

[@S1baar]

Does he own this jet or something else?

[@yurandicianni1055]

Osama does own!

[@UncleKennysPlace]

@@S1baar It's likely that it is registered to his business. In the US, many private owners register the plane to an LLC. The Canadian registry is currently offline, but when it's back on, you can check. CF-WTF.

[@Braeden123698745]

Osama has gone from single engine to twin engine jet, on short order, but you've created an amazing youtube channel. Don't feel so bad about the lack of instrument rating :)

[@DarkKnight-bi7cr]

Braeden Hamson that’s because he is rich. Trust me I’d be the same if I had the same money

[@mikeyb8313]

Right? Not saying it isn’t hard work and study but having the money is normally the biggest issue.

[@richardramos141]

Roshan Joseph Anyone can say that 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jazzdad24]

@@DarkKnight-bi7cr, His Intelligence had more to do with his advancement than money 💰!! 😉👍

[@robertfowler217]

@@jazzdad24 Money doesn’t buy skill, knowledge or responsibilities and safety Neither does the government or socialism

[@TheFinerPoints]

Great video, I really appreciate Osama's thorough approach. Even with all that automation it looks like a lot to manage. Fun flying the flight levels with you!

[@nikobelic4251]

The Finer Points that’s because it is. People think automation just suddenly made flying easy. The automation is there so it dosen’t become impossible as planes get more complex

[@luuk341]

Holy F! That thing went from the Bahama's to Toronto in 3 hours!? That is insane! Also, Osama is an incredible pilot.

[@MuslimComputerTuts]

I was thinking the same thing. Osama's no slouch

[@luuk341]

@@MuslimComputerTuts Definitely up there with the pro airline pilots,no question about it

[@XaymacaJah]

the fellow knows his plane.

[@299charles]

I think it was 2 three hour legs

[@barccat]

@@299charlesI don't believe so - just over 3 hours is correct. This phenom can cruise at similar speeds to regular commercial jets.

[@billfarnham1592]

Loved Asama's lecture on physics of mach numbers, speed, and altitude/temp. Great plane, great pilot!

[@bazzie85]

Another awesome production. Thank you flightchops for taking us along with you onboard with Osama.

[@21AirDrop]

Really impressed with Osama”s knowledge, checklist professionalism, and pilotage.

[@CapFreddy]

Phenom 300 is an impressive little jet

[@airforce_12553]

This is real definition of a Pilot going through EVERY STEP 100%

[@bnato8209]

Osama rocking the 300E like a pro boss! Awesome vid. Thx

[@FlightChops]

Yeah, he’s inspiring

[@davidduganne5939]

I enjoy watching you and Osama fly together. Nice video.

[@richardmurrayjr.2338]

Another killer episode Many Tks again to Osama for bringing us along. The RVSM flight levels are no Joke. Not sure if the lens parallax was making it appear closer than reality but that seemed too close for comfort. Osama definitely has some super sharp Flight Chops!

[@alexwage6790]

Couldn't help but notice Osama vigorously shaking his legs through-out this video and the out-bound leg of the flights. Some may see that as being nervous due to being new to the plane but in reality, he's probably overcome with joy and excitement at the opportunity to live the life that he is in that airplane and that experience in general. Being envious would be an understatement of great magnitude on my part.

[@insoYT]

I recognized that too! It seems like it's just a habit for him. Obviously not sure about that however I have that exact habit and I tend to shake my legs everyday... actually while watching this video too. :) Also could be something to do with ADD, quite sure I have it even though I haven't talked with a doctor.

[@soccerguy2433]

that's all conjecture

[@davidpalmer9780]

Guys... it's to prevent deep vein thrombosis. We should all do it when seated for more than an hour.

[@insoYT]

Well, I guess I'm good at something then :)

[@RB747domme]

Alex Wage he could be busting to go to the toilet of course.. 😁

[@lengxiong3061]

I love the phenom 300!! Single pilot and be my own pilot...incredible....👍👍👍👍😁

[@aqua.scape69]

Awesome job guys. It’s a pleasure watching you both. Thank you both

[@stevecastro22]

What an AWESOME airplane, thanks for sharing Steve. Your videos are top notch.....

[@flutetubamorg]

Amazing radio work! It's really nice when people accentuate understandability rather than speed.

[@FooMeister]

Thanks for your videos, and thanks to Osama. Didn't know mach numbers are temperature dependent, thanks for including that in the video.

[@meet1348]

foomeister2347 Mach Number is the ratio between true airspeed and the speed of sound and speed of sound is a direct function of temperature. The higher you go, the colder it gets and the speed of sound gets Lower and vice versa. This is why you climb at a Mach Number above FL290 to avoid having the airflow over your wing exceed the speed of sound and cause Mach tuck.

[@shawnclark732]

Pressure (density) dependent too.

[@clapanse]

@@shawnclark732 Nope - pretty much just temperature and humidity. That's a common misconception though.

[@DaxHamel]

Thanks to you and Osama for sharing these fun wonderful videos.

[@g.f.p.8630]

Love you all. Great filming and aviation skills. Osama you the man.

[@rfriesen1644]

Great great video. Being able to fly along in a jet that is this sophisticated is such a treat. Osama is a special pilot and to FlightChops, thanks for making the video.

[@scottinnis9666]

What a treat to get to ride along in the cockpit of the amazing aircraft! Thanks to you and Osama for having us along.

[@ProfSimonHolland]

After a trips around the pattern in the club 172....this stuff is a pilots dream....good night.

[@MikeKobb]

Osama is such a pro, and his explanations are always so clear and concise. Wonderful video.

[@MrMuppetbaby]

These guys are my heroes. Thanks you Chops ! You and Osama are superstars!

[@lg7639]

Osama looks like a great guy to fly with! Enjoying the videos but I now wish I was in the Bahamas.... ;)

[@oliverclaus70]

Awesome. Osama has some high level skills, flying that phenom! Loved it!!!

[@gmupps]

I love the videos you make with Osama, you complement each other well. If either of you are ever landing on runway 16 or taking off from runway 34 at CYCD let me know so I can wave from my deck!

[@philguzaif]

Absolutely amazing!! Osama's confidence and knowledge is inspiring awesome video

[@Stelaninja]

I love flying with Osama! What a great guy. More videos with him please. 👏🙌👏

[@sonnymoon6465]

Good to hear the great features of this craft ! Great pilot !

[@bullittstarter4408]

Thanks for this vid! I’m going into the Army as a helicopter pilot, and got my first hour of IFR time in a flight sim. It was super challenging, but the act of just watching you go through the steps, and the practice of hearing the instructions and watching you follow them... I feel like I have really been able to internalize the basics better. Thanks again!

[@bullittstarter4408]

Oh, great tail number by the way. Lol

[@dwohio6398]

Story very well done. And thanks as well, Osama.

[@rationalraven8956]

I love seeing Osama in the videos. I notice this flight took place way back in April!

[@terryrutherford2114]

Excellent communication and flying skills. Keep ahead of the airplane? I could hardly keep of with the video. Great job! Thank you FlightChops and Osama for great video.

[@EricMarira]

Embraers are lovely jets. Great video!

[@highlight9014]

Beautiful flight and a smooth landing. Osama is great to watch.

[@philbivins7133]

Great video, beautiful airplane. Kudos to Osama for his piloting skills and knowledge...

[@jordanrudanycz6581]

Way to go Osama! What an inspiration!

[@ctn830]

What I would give (as a pilot) to fly right seat in that plane! Boy its a beautiful plane

[@waynefarrellvoiceovers]

Osama is a proper pilot. No drama, no high fives. Does it by the numbers. A joy to watch.

[@billbargar2284]

Steve and Osama looks like a great time in the Air and surf.

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

Your friend has some impressive resources to have such great aircraft and training! I need a friend like that! Enjoy learning from them whenever they offer you a seat in the cockpit!

[@Smiles_McGeee]

Osama is PHENOMenal! 🛩 a true professional pilot. He’s a true role model for those who have big dreams. I’m sure it wasn’t easy, but hard work and preparation make anything possible 😄

[@lodiamoore7933]

Embraer has a wonderful philosophy when it comes to cockpit ergonomics. And dare I say nothing beats the signature ram's horn sticks. Nice video. I liked.

[@Micg51]

Fly the 175 and everything is laid out so well, not to mention the auto and 12 o clock thing like Osama mentioned. And the ram horns are perfect for two handed flying

[@bearpilotuk]

Love these videos so much! Osama is a great guy too. Loved the TBM videos and now Phenom. Awesome!

[@TheDamian418]

Such a beautiful airplane.

[@fortisprocer966]

That landing was superb! Also, what and amazing view at FL45 and also of the beaches!

[@donaldholman9070]

Thank you so much.Beautiful video and a lovely flight. Thank you for sharing.

[@goatflieg]

Spectacular timing for the views of Toronto. I watched the Patreon exclusive video of the preflight before watching this; such a culture shock to watch these videos after putting around the pattern in a Citabria yesterday. Whole 'nother world...

[@yumpinyiminy963]

Very smart pilot. Impressive knowledge and quick qualifying.

[@ernestbrumage8590]

Thanks for the great video!! This is the 2nd time I've "flown" with you guys in the Phenom and still the only thing I can say is "WOW!!" Only 2 flights and I'm in love with that jet!! I guess I I'm going to have to start playing the lottery A LOT MORE!!! Regards, Ernie

[@haywardvermaak4183]

Thankyou for a great video, happy and safe flying!

[@marktaylor8263]

Great flight from Nassau to Canada eh. Phenom 300 is a very nice aircraft. Impressed with with the Capt.

[@CGoody564]

YESSSSS! OSAMA IS BACK!

[@MegaDillbob]

Really loving the videos. Helps me pass the time as I save to start my integrated ATPLs.

[@richtaylor6039]

Hats off to Osama, what a pro. He's incredible to watch. Great vid guys and nice flying :-)

[@prathameshacharya9739]

That landing was butter! Amazing content as always. Cheers!

[@ronmoore5827]

That was fun, probably the understatement of the year.

[@bruceerwin2541]

Great talk about Mach vs Airspeed at high ALT. Thanks. Nice touchdown!

[@dogatonic]

Great video. Thank you for making the effort to share the experience.

[@davidmorad4405]

Foreflight is the greatest flight tool since GPS. Great video thanks for sharing!

[@0901sandman]

Nailed it! You guys are great for the aviation community.

[@howardschatan2064]

Particularly like the detail, seriousness, consistant professionalism of Osama.

[@AviationVlogger]

What an awesome guy and very knowledgeable pilot!

[@yeisonx]

Great video, Osama seems like an awesome gentleman. Beautiful experience you guys had flying to the Caribbean.

[@markmcginn8012]

Nice bird. Lots of great gear. Thanks for the video!

[@iflyc77]

One of the things that I am most impressed with is Osama’s perfect radio work and phraseology. Probably half of the corporate and airline pilots out there are embarrassing to share an airplane with because of their terrible radio work

[@gilou28]

Superb, thanks to both of you !!!!

[@pernskyw1289]

Incredible video. Can't wait for you to do a PC-24...and to go from single pilot to twin jet in a short period of time. WOW

[@leeedwards6791]

fantastic pilot and safety pilot well done gents pleasure to watch

[@bando404]

Holy hell, Osama is one impressive dude! Kudos!!

[@h2oski1200]

this one was fun to watch

[@kestrel5065]

One of the best Vids-thanks

[@GiuseppeSRedSky]

Incredible little aircraft!

[@johnmac9472]

Osama....you the man!!! What an exceptional video thanks so much.

[@onezuludelta732]

3 hours to the Bahamas from Canada....it takes me 3 hours to get across NY State in a 172!

[@ronnyreagan167]

Awesome pilot, very professional!

[@jdvaillancourt]

Love the tail number :)

[@Pantherjonvideos]

No doubt! :))

[@MaikuraTetsudoE231keiChannnel]

Carson Hopper you can make custom registeration if you wish. i think there was a fee, not too expensive though if i remember correctly

[@jonthepilot6924]

Cracks me up every time.

[@Jet-Pack]

WTF with F

[@rdeEKINS]

Having a vicarious holiday thanks to Flight Chops' old videos

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Only problem with visiting the islands is, I never want to leave! Coming home to cold and low sun is depressing this time of year. :( AWESOME video as usual, Steve. I'd have never known what a Phenom even looked like - let alone see, and ride along virtually inside the cockpit - if not for your channel. THANK YOU!! 👍👍

[@msnpassjan2004]

@11:11 One of the coolest fun facts I've seen in aviation, thanks for sharing.

[@robertottwell605]

That Osama he’s very sharp. Great video.

[@marcusappel7767]

Great video. Great channel. Great pilots.

[@amfwelsh]

Super cool upload totally loved it

[@stephenmilden9754]

Great job Osama.

[@mseifried5]

I was hoping they would show us the mach number and fuel flow at altitude. That's important info.

[@shoop4040]

Amazing, simply Amazing. What an incredible accomplishment. dedication and an awful lot of hard work. But when you love something like Osama loves Aviation you make it happen.

[@darkshadow7709]

Nailed the landing!