IT WORKED! Worlds First Fully ELECTRIC Commercial AIRCRAFT Flew TODAY! | Plane Savers S2-E33

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Are you Pro-Electric Aircraft or Anti-Electric Aircraft please let me know! I'm interested to hear your thoughts...

[@stephenp448]

Pro. The world has a finite supply of oil and someday it will be gone. Electric or hydrogen powered aircraft are a pretty decent alternative to a return to the age of sail.

[@FoolishPursuitForce]

Neither. I'm all for net zero carbon emissions but don't see how an aircraft with nearly equal MTOW and MLW can be economically viable unless the energy storage medium is science fiction levels of power density.

[@vaalrus]

I’m for it. I’m still mildly shocked we’ve wrangled the energy density up enough to get this far. Even more that the Pipistrel Alpha Electric trainer has been flying for quite a while, and certified in a wide range of jurisdictions. Modular batteries so you can have one in the aircraft, and as many as you need on the ground so you always have one ready to go.

[@avgjoeavglife]

Pro, we need new types of aircraft.

[@helnoSA]

Pro. I'm converting an old motor glider.

[@kevinb8887]

Hey Mike. You might not remember me, but Joe will remember my Dad.....Joe Batt. My Dad was fixing and painting his planes when we lived in Whitehorse. Nice to see you guys still doing your thing. My Dad has stories like your Pops, could sit and listen to them all day! Thinking it’s time for your Joe and my Joe to sit and share some of those stories! All the best

[@richardford4570]

Your Dad now is very enthusiastic and telling his stories for us all to enjoy . Thank you both

[@demomax94]

Joe has got to be one of the most genuine people you could listen to! What an inspiration!

[@warrenyoung4978]

I love how Joe says “you can get hold of me with that internet stuff” lol

[@johnbolin7098]

Some of my favorite episodes is when your dad tells stories of another era. A pilot of many hats, he transcends aviation like few others.

[@HarbourAirSeaplanes]

Thank you for the support! It's hugely exciting and we couldn't be more proud.

[@colgoochthemarine]

I loved Joes advice to stay warm, big hat, clean underwear and clean socks, love it.

[@mickd6942]

Joe is one of those people you can never get tired of listening to

[@drauggen486]

You could do a series with your dad just talking about some of his stories.

[@chriscoarse4597]

I'd love to hear some Arnie Schreder stories too. The video of the water bombing of the porta-pot is a riot.

[@geraldschaerig1768]

Chris Coarse yes please Mikey speak to Arnie’s family, his loc books tell his stories and don’t let him be forget ten

[@robertcoltman4029]

Joe should get a ghost writer in to write his life story. It would be a best seller.

[@usethenoodle]

I like his description of the web... "that internet stuff".

[@olesarge1724]

Another great story from Joe. It’s really heart felt to see he remembers the family and wants to include them for the dedication when built. Gosh Joe, I wish I could afford the trip. I’d be helping out as much as possible. I just hope Mikey keeps this memory maker going. I’m hooked😊

[@snarfinigus]

Always a good day to hear from Joe and Mikey. Thanks guys, from the lower 48.

[@collinfraser1218]

As 66 year old retired float plane pilot, this is huge news ! Very exciting, thank you as always Mikey !

[@sharoncassell9358]

My Dad used to take us to JFK to watch planes take off & land. I was interested since 1960 at 7 years old and it stayed in my subconscious all many years until AirForce days. Never fades.

[@Papershields001]

Considering how modern and forward looking the Harbor Air electric concept is, everybody should remember that the first Beaver airframe took off in 1947. Venerable technology and knowledge can mix quite well with the future.

[@Ralph2]

Amazed how that take-off sounded. I hadn't realised how much of the 'engine' noise comes from the prop on an IC engined aircraft. Thanks for that report, like you say I'd heard nothing about it.

[@5150Lane]

Love the segments with Joe talking about his experiences with the history of aviation.

[@ianstewartaviation2634]

Great to here your Dad talking about the old days, wish him well with the restoration 👍

[@paulmarkman5247]

Hello Mikey. I have followed you since Episode 1 of the first series of Plane Savers and Ice Pilots before that. I have to say (again) that you are a total natural as a presenter, and make every episode interesting to the viewer. As I have also said before, I also always admire your cartooning skills! Take good care - Paul

[@ericohara2582]

Mikey, you have a special program developing here, gets better and better, thanks to you and Joe for inspiration.

[@johneaston2348]

Joe is getting more comfortable with the interview process, and always interesting to hear from.

[@1944chevytruck]

CONGRATS HARBOUR AIR !!!! ELECTRIC BEAVER PLANE!!!

[@MrJames_1]

Mikey, It came to me while watching that, that your Dad gave you the 2nd project because 1) you've inspired him, and 2) he believes in your ability to get it done (umm, no pressure intended!) ⭐️

[@peanutbutterisfu]

Man idk how people deal with it so cold. It’s amazing it’s even safe to fly in weather like that! I could listen to joe talk for hours I love older guys that have so many stories to tell! Last thing I wanna say on this cool vid is man I wouldn’t feel safe flying in a plane made of wood it just doesn’t sound good lol

[@YellowPinkie]

I've been following this for months - I'm in the EV world, and electric flight for short hops is a natural progression. A huge milestone that should be headline news!

[@5695q]

Alright Mikey, you have your work cut out for you. First, get the Fox Moth flying for your dad, Second, get the Clunk up and flying for Canada. After that if the DR1 is still tugging your heart get it going. If your Dad can set still long enough, get with him and record his stories before they are lost to time As far as electric power, when technology catches up to requirement it will be feasible. .

[@lindsaylittle6535]

Great video again Mikey! How many volumes of memories Joe could write. I am not kidding, you NEED to do an in depth interview with your Father. I bet you would even find things you didn't know about him. I wish I would have done that with my Dad regarding his WW2 experiences. You never know when the big Air Traffic Controller clears him to land. Stay warm Mikey, we are getting a mild dose here. -15 F.

[@sharoncassell9358]

Im glad for the input and insight of Joe. He struggled enough and deserves to tell it on the mountain. I appreciate your & his sharing. It should not be lost.. like the airplanes are not. They are concrete. He is not.

[@radarmike6713]

It's nice to see Canadians being at the for front of aviation again. Isn't possible that our brain crane from the ending of the Avro project has ended and we will someday be back to leading innovation and manufacturing of the best and most advanced aircraft in both civil and military applications???? I hope so!!

[@Danroxye01]

Hey thanks Mikey, great news first commercial electric seaplane a Beaver , you're my best news anchor of the day.

[@FlyingFrenchman57]

First Beaver in history that can only take 1 passenger with no luggage on one short hop a day.....

[@davidbeattie4294]

Thanks for supporting Harbour Air's battery Beaver. Your shout out really helps to get the message out.

[@susanlane6663]

Mike, I went over from Victoria to witness history being made. Keep up the great work with your videos !

[@FarrellMcGovern]

Hey, I was the person who suggested an Electric engine for the Fokker..The Harbour Air people are doing awesome work, and it should be great for the industry!

[@paulsautocm]

Love the "warm" tips a long with the flying talk from Joe, keep it up Mikey .

[@xsbuilder1]

I heard about the E-Beaver a few weeks ago. The plan for converting a small fleet of these planes for bush flying made a lot of sense. 90% of their commercial flights are short range, well within the projected capability of the E-Beaver. We have electric cars and even an electric truck (Tesla) now, so I can see an electric plane having a place in the future of aviation.

[@Mrsournotes]

Hi Mikey, great video. When I saw the sandblasting part, I remembered doing a few Super Cub fuselages. Once set up, it would take me about an hour to complete, using #6 nozzle & 375 CFM compressor. Overkill, but I didn’t like chemical stripping! I believe the electric aircraft will find a niche. Thank you again.

[@andyrichardsvideovlogs8835]

Hi Mikey and Joe... What a great episode 👌 The FoxMoth is a wooden monocoque and in perfecting that, Geoffrey de Havilland laid the foundation of the "Wooden Wonder" - the Mosquito which is almost as loved as the Spitfire. And, of course, the awesome Spruce Goose was also all-wood. Keep up the great work guys 👍

[@stevehetrick2676]

Mikey, your dad is such a great wealth of knowledge!!! Do us all a great favor,. Record, and absorb as much of his knowledge... So it can be passed along through to the future generations of pilots & mechanics, also to educate everyone!!! Thanks for effort you put into these videos! Steve

[@frankjames7247]

Flew with Harbour Air in 2015 when visiting Vancouver, my congratulations to them a great step forward.

[@stegradon7827]

Never get tired of plane savers. Have been watching since episode 1 and part of my daily routine. Joe tells a good story, could listen to him all day. Another fine episode.

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thanks for the support bud

[@oxcart4172]

Wish they would make electric vehicles sound like they've got big piston engines-the best of both worlds!

[@Lord_Foxy13]

In theory they could using a audio system

[@oxcart4172]

@@Lord_Foxy13 they do in some cars already-but apparently they sound a little 'off'

[@jannepeltonen2036]

There was a cartoon in a local magazine with two panels, "power boating now" and "power boating in twenty years"; in the "now" panel the boat had huge engines that made a huge noise and the guy steering the boat enjoyed it, whereas his family and everybody around was just horrified. In the future panel, the boat had a silent electric motor, and the guy steering it had big earphones and a vibrating chair, and everybody else could enjoy the peace and quiet :-P

[@bobcorrin5886]

I could listen to your Dad's adventures all day!!!

[@kencohagen4967]

Hello Yellowknife! I used to sell part to the good people in your part of the world, when I worked for TRW in the 90's. I sure miss talking with you folks! Then your show came on and I never missed an episode. It sucks that it didn't last long. Nice seeing you again! Take care and Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all the fine folks in the great white north!

[@D0csavage1]

Fox Moth and Fokker D1 formation flying 2020 🤞

[@avgjoeavglife]

LOL

[@avgjoeavglife]

@Per Tjärnström And put the Electra as a chase plane.

[@paulamann6570]

I think everyone should have a Harley in there office.

[@allanrobertson9318]

That was an Indian

[@rconger24]

I saw Santa Claus riding one down State Street yesterday.

[@Mr_Fancypants]

Why not have both

[@dcm7777777]

if you aint the lead dog the scenery never changes. lol

[@AME_BUCK]

Hey Mikey ! A level 2 apprentice AMJ here from Winnipeg, big fan of your KZbin series and the old ice pilots series! Your foxmoth there by the looks of it and to the best of my knowledge from school, the plane uses a monocoque fuselage meaning that it doesn't use a frame or a semi monocoque fuselage design. The airframe uses the skin for its strength as well as some some skeleton item but the skin holds it all together, dents in the skin are extremely dangerous to the integrity of the frame as the skin is load bearing. Semi monocoque fuselage uses truss systems or a frame for its strength as well as the skin! Take care!

[@vicvalente4874]

that Tiger Moth is so cool!! It reminds me of when I was a little kid (I have been obsessed with aviation my whole life. the first toy I can remember was a plastic 747 and I chewed on the wings) my dad would bring me old calendars with early airplanes and a lot of them had similar cabin arrangements. I am so glad for Joe to have a personal connection to this plane, a lot of love will go into that restoration. Again, if there is anything I could do to help, please let me know, I would be honored. As far as electric as airplanes go, I am a bit skeptical. jjus like with the cars, disposal of the batteries is not exactly environmentally friendly, and having spent years working on Wright-Cyclone R-3350 engines, there is nothing cooler on earth than radial engines. Stay warm and have fun with your rebuilds

[@liztankard4881]

I could listen to joes story’s everyday they are great 👍

[@RaoulStankovitch]

Had passed this episode for later viewing 'cause of the intro (Electric powered Beaver). Had no idea it was also a HISTORY lesson by Joe. These ships are history. When they were new, little thought was likely given to preservation. Thank you Joe! (My family history dates back to my Father's USA commerical licence #3350 1928)

[@brucelund5788]

"when.....in 50 years or so...." love it, your Dad is such a character. I hope one day to come and meet all of you, God Bless and merry Christmas!

[@delmusingle2338]

I really enjoyed the video as I am very much interested in aircraft. I used to build flying models and played aircraft simulators. However, I would like to see more about the electric aircraft. I will be back to watch more of your videos. It is interesting that so many who posts these videos have a common excitement and language of their own. Engineering is frustrating at times but the problem solving is so much fun.

[@XCougar85X]

Oh man, watching 32 and 33 in a row here. Mikey, bring us more of Joe. Joe, i really would love to hear all about blowpods and old stories and what not. bsolutely agree, living in norway, keeping your head warm, woolen long undies and good socks + Shoes are supwer important. We had -42 some 3 years ago, and i still look forward to every winter. While i love lush green landscapes, winter time is just magical. We have two cars, one of which is electric and with that in mind. I just say that Electric or Combustion it means little in the use. But you do have to think more economical. And for aviation it is important that energy savings do not impact safety margins. Other then that, go for it. I do think electric, at leat with batteries will be a relative short phase, as i don't think mass bettery usage is sustanable at all. Electric will see big variations in range with temperatures, so a bettery would have to be insulated enough to keep warm higher up and not overheat down below at takeoff/go around settings etc. EV's hate cold weather, more resistance in just about everything, and energy spent on heating. So i would expect Electric planes mainly to be used in warmer regions early on.

[@mickd6942]

Note to all the people complaining about the plane needing special charging points at airfields , it comes with a usb charging lead lol

[@christopherleveck6835]

Solar powered wind turbine

[@AeroSpacia]

Solar power is the way to go

[@allangibson8494]

Power cord to a wall socket.... Just like a Tesla if you have the time. Easier to find than Avgas...

[@WilliamJones-Halibut-vq1fs]

Charging points are a lot easier to provide than fuelling points. Normally you have to wait for a tanker.

[@tectorama]

Nothing wrong with the idea of electric aircraft. I think it will be a long time before they are commercially viable. That is, being able to carry loads over long distances. Until then, they are little more than glorified drones. That's not to say that they haven't achieved a great deal by getting this plane in the air.

[@sharoncassell9358]

They already started. Prototypes. CV heck Nova. I suggested solar planes because the planes sre always in the sun. And alternate with fuel or electrics. Everthing in planes is electrical now anyway. Computer , electrically driven motors in t tail. Energy in nose gear...

[@scotttait2197]

We look forward to Joe's stories , wealth of information

[@sharoncassell9358]

destroying eachother posthumously.

[@sharoncassell9358]

Maybe you can record Joes stories if hes not patient or comfortable on camera. That would be a bookload of interesting stuff. Ny Dad was in WWll and never shared any war stories. He held everything in and we still wonder. He wrote one poem about strife & men destroying eachother.

[@leonarddaniels6221]

So glad I saw this episode w/electric plane. Pretty monumental. Love to hear Joe's stories. Should have listened better to my Dad.s, lost him when I was 26. You think they will always be there. Unfortunately not the case. Treasure everyday.

[@ADSC2006]

Always enjoy Story time with Buffaloe Joe!

[@AndrewScott83815]

I fly the dhc-8 ! I love Canadian aviation!! Awesome video, I’m surprised a battery even works at that temp! Cheers!

[@Sel-Shackfield]

The flight took place down around Vancouver. A lot warmer down there.

[@davidjones8680]

A really interesting and informative episode. And yes, this is the first I had heard anything about that electric powered plane. It was so interesting to listen to Joe giving the history of the Fox Moth, it obvious that this plane shared s very special place in his heart. It's going to be a real delight watching this plane return to flying condition. David Jones Coventry UK.

[@sharoncassell9358]

During Wwll planes had no heat. Thus the lambskin bomber jackets and scarf assembly. Gloves too. In 1980 we had no heat on planes with engines off. Upon repairing on ramp, we would bring a duct hose from gpu to get alittle warmth to work in the cockpit. Theres a motor in the floor for rudder control. Winters at night were freezing.

[@jeffstone7912]

Engines are not electric. Motors are electric. Engines make power. Motors run from a power source. A generator or a battery is a power source.

[@jamesglenn2006]

Thanks Mikey, another great episode. Pretty interesting, this electric plane. Thanks for the stories Joe👍

[@Michael-he7xn]

Brilliant Mikey!

[@edwardsgavin]

This news popped up on my LinkedIn feed an hour after I applied for a job there!

[@grahamaindow8894]

Mikey, you are teasing us with views of your dad's neat office again!

[@Hildrix]

Is that a photo of a young Mikey on top left shelf?......just asking

[@ctrcflyin2011]

If one of these 2 airplanes is to be finished in time......I would love to see this Fox Moth done for Joe as it sounds very important to him.

[@bobcook231]

Mickey,, Your Awesome and So is Your Dad !!!!!! Thank You !!!

[@ronpurcell9984]

Been watching the progress on the electric beaver for a while on avweb, Pretty cool. I'm digging the Fox Moth. That is a neat airplane. This episode was the most I've ever seen Joe talk. Very cool Mikey

[@jamesbain2979]

Awsome news mikey and happy to see your dad again ! He is great ... my father turned 80 today wow 👍😎

[@jacobmoses3712]

Thanks for letting us know about this Mikey

[@normanbott]

Definitely pro-electric ! Been that way with model aircraft for years. Yes they sound different but are much more reliable (the models that is ) I think the Fox Moth fuselage looks like it's semi monocoque construction to get that passenger space. Going to be a fascination restoration - I'll be watching all the episodes.

[@sharoncassell9358]

I follow Mentour pilot videos also. I know the commercial world is trying to develop electric aircraft. My co worker invented an electric car with 6 batteries to tin it in 1982. It ran fine for 40 miles. I have lost track of him since AirForce days .

[@flyingcatsofthesalishsea.]

I was born and raised on the doppler effect emanating from the fraser river harbour air base, Garrison road 1.5 miles from the river, good times, best memories, wish I was there for the historic event.

[@alneuroscience7799]

To charge an electric aircraft, it has to get current from nuclear, oil, gas, or coal plant...or leave it connected to a wind mill for a month or two. Lots of people act as if they do not know how practical amounts of current are generated. Mikey, love all the shows.

[@charlottemace1810]

I worked in an unheated warehouse in Illinois in 69 it was -20 below outside and -30 inside. There was nothing we could do to keep warm. every two hours we took a break to our heated rest area. This guy is outside -34 without his head covered or his hands. Do they get used to those temperatures? He brings back memories that cold is just plain miserable. He can have Alaska!

[@douglaspohl1827]

History on todays KZbin... amazing... Thanks Joe - So glad I have met you and Bob Reeves... legends of the Bush.

[@shadowraith1]

Excellent episode. Between electric airplanes and Fox moths. With your Dad reminiscing about his past. Done very well.👍🛩🛩🛩👍

[@ghostmourn]

Awesome - I'll buy a ticket if someone get this concept developed.

[@dibaldgyfm9933]

The question is not how to make an electric driven plane but HOW TO GET BATTERIES WHICH DO NOT WEIGH TOO MUCH.

[@KB10GL]

The "commercial" part is where one passenger pays for it to transport over a ton of batteries to the next charging point. How long to charge more than a ton of batteries from almost flat? Beats me, but I suspect that doing a turn around service on a stock Beaver in commercial service would be quicker.

[@edwardcarberry1095]

What is the weight of the ( 5? or7? ) radial cylinder engine? Or the gas turbine engine in them?

[@dibaldgyfm9933]

@@edwardcarberry1095 :: You are probably onto something, a radial engine weighs in, of course, I would guess at 300 Lb. However! We need two numbers, engine power per weight AND fuel weight for some standard trip, like eg. 200 miles in good weather and clear sight.

[@PistonAvatarGuy]

@@edwardcarberry1095 The weight of the battery is more than twice the weight of the maximum fuel load, but it only provides a small fraction of the range/endurance.

[@edwardcarberry1095]

@@PistonAvatarGuy Thanks, have always Loved aircraft! I don't have the Facts but highly suspect this is just part of the SCAM on the Sheeples. So They Will BELIEVE that mans 3.5% of CO2 he adds is effecting nature. Where nature provides the other 96.5% of the CO2!

[@thesawch63]

Henry lived on Riverland Road in Lac Du Bonnet by the Cemetery and my dad a few cottages down from him. My dad remembers that plane in Henry's garage for many years .

[@heatherrawls6015]

Joe is awesome a human History book. Please can we have more of Joes tales. Thank you Joe.

[@hollybridgeman7914]

I may not know much about aircraft but I'm definitely learning a lot of useless information! Love the double act Mikey and Joe xxx

[@ashleighnikolarakos98]

Brilliant episode - love how Joe has taken to the camera much more in Series 2. I really need to get to Yellowknife very very soon

[@kevina8172]

Alaska here, sure nice that you are getting your Dad on , Planning on stopping by to buy a Sweatshirt on my way to OSK next summer in my old Bonanza

[@boyev]

Are you sure Joe was not in the Navy. I was kinda feeling seasick watching him sway from side to side while talking. Most enjoyable though. Hope it all comes together and we can watch both planes in the sky together.

[@ervingoertzen7233]

Always love to hear Joe talk about past aviation history

[@6yjjk]

1:41 There you go, Mikey. That's definitely a radial. :)

[@chrisgurney2467]

Pipistrel have been flying and selling electric aircraft for a good three years now, a couple been flying out of Jandakot Airport since early 2018

[@kirkc9643]

Theres a video of one flying in mid 2015.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Your dad reminds me alot of mine - they'd get along pretty well! Great stories! I always love when Joe takes us down memory lane - always great stuff! Nice Indian he's got there, too! Good place for it at -34°C! 👍😎🍻

[@HIllCarver]

Mikey.... love you buddy. But put the DR1 on the backburner and get to work on that foxmoth. I think part of what I loved about DTD build is the story, and history. To hear the story from joe about the foxmoth...wow. what a story. What history. I am more excited about the foxmoth now! Keep going on both. Keep on going!

[@paulslevinsky580]

Great episode !!! The Fox Moth was proudly displayed at Ottawa's YOW airport several years ago. Beautiful little bird.

[@johntripp5159]

I love these yarns. About the DH Beaver; every time I think of that aircraft my memory goes back to the last ride. TPA flew out of Sandspit on Queen Charlotte Island run by a couple ex RCN pilots John Thies and Ted something or other. anyway the yarn was Ted got cashiered for flying a Voodoo fighter under the Dartmouth-Halifax bridge. The story, I looked out the window after watching Ted get the Beaver off the water and saw fir trees nipping past the starboard wing, about 6" away! that was back in '70 and the radial sound still echoes...

[@HaywardFamilybuilding]

Also, just feed back only. Your season two just got way better with the Addition of the Fox Moth👍. Something about restoring a... replica that just doesn’t have the same appeal as a plane with History like your Dads. Keep up the good work!

[@crushingvanessa3277]

Never knew there was a Fox Moth in Lac du Bonnet, been there many times. Lots of neat stories. The Beaver is amazing. Have a friend who works for HA in the office and heard about this idea but didn't think it would be so soon.

[@davidsmith5975]

Go Harbour Air!

[@basinstreetdesign5206]

As an EE I'm not very surprised that it flew. My question is "what range does it have?" and better yet how big a batery did it take to get the range?

[@briandemas2548]

Lac du Bonnet is my home town , I know Henri well and remember this plane 30 years ago hanging from the ceiling of his garage while hanging out with Greg.

[@donaldreach760]

Pipistrel has some unique samples of electric aircraft. I'm waiting for the first electric helicopter. How stealthy would that be?

[@michaeldargan7290]

Great video Mikey really impressed by the electric aircraft its the way of the future thanks for sheering!!

[@kejay74]

Hey Mikey! As ALWAYS....If you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes!!! LOL! Ken

[@mopartshemi]

I can see this because ideal for small tourist Aircraft for quick 45 min flights from sight seeing for a downtown core or flying cargo over a small lake to islands. Just hope they aren't like a Tesla where its 30min for charging. I would imagine that the maintenance would be small and TBO's would be a quick turnaround with 80% less moving parts.

[@markthompson4885]

Cant get enough story's from your Dad! I thing electric Beaver great idea. hope idea TAKES OFF and it goes into production.