Lonely Cross Country Flight - Survival Gear & Tools to Carry

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[@Jeffrey-Flys]

In the unlikely event of a water landing, your co-pilot may be used as a flotation device.

[@UnlikelyHero]

LMAO!!!

[@pilot_bruh576]

lol

[@skydickenson]

“Blew past the 1000’ mark and that’s okay.” A real Bob Ross of flying. Love it!

[@stephencaudle1766]

Just busted bravo...happy little accidents.

[@robaust3049]

You would think the ATC guy would let you finish your bell pepper before changing frequency.... great video, thank you.

[@metaomicron72]

Right? How rude, I bet he was watching him with binoculars just waiting for the right time call him

[@luckygamer05]

6:23 - Aviate, Navigate, Eat, Communicate.

[@ronvaliant9337]

When he's landing he sounds like the Bob Ross of aviation. Soooo Soothing.

[@sirclarencedarrow]

LOL

[@RescueFrog]

Lol, can’t talk to ATC with a pepper in your mouth... caught that chuckle lol Yes, don’t catch the get-there-itis

[@whiskeyromeobravo3645]

I appreciate someone else who performs approach and landing by getting a feel for the plane and its energy management, rather than rote, do-it-same-every-time RPM, flap, attitude. Be one with your plane.

[@angleofattack]

BEST VIDEO TITLE EVER!

[@Aviation101]

Angle of Attack I wonder who came up with it.

[@stevegilbert58]

Angle of Attack Best dancing ever!

[@DeltaXPilot]

Serious question: does anyone know where I can get a cushion / pillow like that copilot please? Want one, but can't find where they sell them!

[@morawskijames]

@@DeltaXPilot following

[@DeltaXPilot]

@Greg Hoopingarner thank you - I did indeed find one there a while ago, so got myself a co-pilot for Xmas 2020 🛫

[@SDG1855]

6:15 Holy crap! You CRUSHED that whole container of hummus! 🤣🙈😂

[@jonahcilley7978]

The priceless moment of panic as he gets caught with a bell pepper in his mouth and an expectant controller on the other end!

[@hazza836]

@Aviation 101 you need to shout “clleeeaaaarrrr” in the next video 😂😂😂

[@Penfold8]

That Airplane Otto the autopilot pillow is hilarious!

[@johnfriend862]

Josh, nice list of things to think about, things to take with you, and great point on the credit card being declined while traveling (been there, had it happen). One thing I'd add is that I always call my next fuel stop while I'm on the ground to make sure their pump is working, credit card machine is working, etc. I've had a couple of times when I've gotten stopped only to find something was broken, and I had to go elsewhere. It can cause a nice delay in a well planned day. One time I called ahead and was told everything was good to go, on arrival I found their pump meter was out of order. I told the guy that I had called ahead and was assured everything was fine, he asked who I had talked to and I said I didn't know, but it was a woman. He informed me she was the waitress in the cafe and didn't know anything...He took pity on me, filled me up based on how much fuel I said it would take, and off I went.

[@vindoll6237]

Love the view, much better than airline. Sometimes low and slow humbles you to the beauty around us that we miss a lot of times.

[@willa7427]

Your videos are amazing! I’m currently training in a C172 and I always look forward to watching your newest videos. That look of panic when you had the pepper in your mouth and received the frequency change was golden! Safe travels 😊

[@lucaviness]

Hi Will

[@neskyz4259]

Seeing Pensacola and Destin make me homesick. I did a lot of flying down there. I'm getting ready for a LONG cross country from Hartford CT to Crestview FL in a few weeks and this video is great for preparing.

[@PiperWarriorFlyer]

I love your videos! Because of you, I started lessons at age 11 and I have over 50 hours now. I just did a cross country from Pennsylvania to Columbus international and it was amazing!

[@AV4Life]

Dude that’s awesome! Especially considering you’re still young

[@aaronlippincott7385]

keep at it!

[@PiperWarriorFlyer]

@@aaronlippincott7385 definitely going to! I really want to pursue this as a career, so hopefully that all goes well.

[@kenbryant2570]

It is good to see our old friend 80991 back in the air again. Great video Josh Thank you doing these. I always learn something to make me a better pilot when I get my PPL.

[@JavaSQL]

Another excellent content Josh, especially on survival gears. Breath taking aerial views of the southern coasts. Thank you

[@goprocreations1977]

What a great video!! Down to earth and fun. I miss my flying days. Thanks for sharing, Josh. Another job well done..

[@n36511]

Great video and this message comes at the right time for me! In the midst of planning a longer cross country and, for some reason, it has had my stomaching knots. Thanks for sharing!

[@jtthill5475]

Merry Christmas Josh. Looks like Chris was in his glory on the dance floor. Glad you had a smooth flight. Looking forward to the return home. Thanks for sharing.

[@georgeedgar2210]

I always love flying the emerald coast. Learned to fly in Destin a few more condos lining the beaches since the '90s. Great job being an aviation evangelist. Keep the videos coming.

[@DirtNerds]

Thanks for all the great content, this year you have truly motivated me to finally get this done! Merry Christmas!

[@GMascelli]

Excellent video. You make great points for those wanting to extend their range. Have a plan B , and C. A diversion just adds to the adventure, all good. Looking forward to the return flight home.

[@RobertForslund]

Great video! I love seeing N80991 up in the air again! =) Can't wait to see your next video! Keep up the good work!

[@DCGULL01]

Josh, just a quick note of Thanks! for your wonderful videos- LOVED Alaska, LOVED the mountain flying trip, and- well, just about EVERYTHING you produced in 2019! So, Happy Holidays to you & yours and I genuinely look forward to 2020- I know the content will be AWESOME. I really like that you refocused the channel a little this year, and, I think it reflects "who you are" a little more directly, as you mature. So many of us love your content, but, forget to just say it. (Most posts are complaints, 'catches' of mistakes, or edits). So, for all of my complaints in 2019 (hmmm, you may have to search buddy!) just remember, we ALL love your efforts. Thank you for bringing us along, showing us behind the scenes, and, keeping us all current, You are the VERY best! Dave (for literally 1,000's of both subscribers and non subscribers alike)

[@ericgulseth74]

Between this video and the one before it, your organizational skills are on display.

[@kencraft2751]

Great video Josh, you make it look easy, every time I watch your videos makes me want to take a trip! Weather here in South Georgia has been crummy lately, don’t have my instrument ticket yet, working on it now, Merry Christmas.

[@ats8911]

You flew right by my hometown! Grew up in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Enjoy the Gulf Coast and Florida! Thanks again for the awesome content. Motivated me to start part 141 training. Fly safe.

[@alexrivers3728]

Thank you for the great videos, love them! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@garywilliams9678]

Well done. Coast line is amazing. Great tips on the gear. Have a great trip.

[@jan3195]

Another great video, Josh. Always enjoy the views of Destin.

[@trinipilot2246]

Awesome vlog!! Really enjoyed this trip and all the beautiful views. Taking the time to plan your trip is so very important, but it's all worth it in the end. Got a good laugh when you were having your snack and trying to talk to ATC!! lol. Thank you

[@ridesar]

Someone probably already said it but a good utility knife in the survival kit. Very useful and hard to improvise.

[@chips2348]

I want to thank you for all your videos, I am in my late 60's unable to get out much, love your videos of Florida, I live in SW Florida and get GREAT views, Thank you again Be Safe and GOD SPEED TO YOU AND ALL OF YOUR FUTURE FLIGHTS

[@daveogarf]

Jush, you are great! I love flying with you - even if only virtually.

[@kongazizi6870]

Oh my ... ! What a great and fantastic flight journey to your destination and really looking forward for more of your wonderful and interesting flights on KZbin again soon . Thanks so much. Regards. From The Flight Deck .

[@donnieboyette2216]

Another great video with much pertinent information. Thanks!

[@MichaelLloyd]

With those dance moves it's clear that Chris has his instrument rating :o) I have a suggestion for the survival kit. Make sure you know how to use everything in it. Especially the fire starting items. The odds are pretty low that the aircraft will make an emergency landing and roll to a stop next to a stack of wood and kindling covered by a tarp. It's important to know where to find the dry stuff in a wet environment. Once the fire is lit make sure there's not a big blob of snow on the tree limbs above the fire. Jack London's To Build a Fire comes to mind

[@Banksond]

Great vid. I have a Cherokee 140/160 and I’m based at X04 Orlando Apopka. Last year became IFR current again and did a similar cross country from X04 to Branson, MO with a couple stops. Nothing like it and as you say, its easy when you break it down. Love your approach to flying, thorough and safe.

[@Klaatu-ij9uz]

Top-notch educational episode!! Wishing you and yours a blessed 2020.

[@fooddude411]

I always feel better about everything after I watch a video from Aviation101.

[@carelessgachastudio5905]

Ryan Wilhelm same

[@HitsOutdoors]

Love your vids. As a student Pilot just getting ready to solo. I actually LEARN watching your vids.. THANKS

[@julianarroupe]

Watching this during quarantine. 3 months passed since my last flight, it was one of my first cross country and the longest so far. Poor planning, bad weather and not being familiar with the mountainous terrain got me in a very scary situation. Luckily I was flying with another more experienced pilot that ended up saving the day. Thank you for this content, it's really helpful to see the right way to plan a flight like you did here. Waiting to implement this lessons as soon as covid19 allows me to!

[@steves.922]

Research and plan! Two most important action! Merry Christmas to you and your family. Safe travels!

[@JeffreyThePilot]

Great Video Brother! Looked like an epic solo adventure. Safe flying!

[@almarasco8088]

Josh great video always learning something new when watching your videos keep them coming.

[@keithcope8113]

Another great one Josh. Y'all have a good christmas. Stay safe I'll c-ya

[@DanielTPeace]

What a wonderful video, thanks for sharing.

[@CaptainsCollection]

Enjoyed the video. I had many trips up the River to Baton Rouge on a tanker for 35 years.

[@PW_SD]

Josh - great channel and incredible content. Thank you. Along this video, I would love to see your take on planning a long VFR cross-country when partial clouds are forecasted- how you would track forecasted ceilings, routes and what factors into a go/no-go decision. Thanks again!

[@mansuraidol4406]

Great trip Josh; it was nice to be along for the ride, thanks!

[@billnicholson2470]

Nice video Josh. A lot of really good info there. Always enjoy your adventures. Happy holidays to you and your family. Fly safe.

[@RobMR3]

You sir, are living my #LifeGoals ! Good on ya!

[@newsamsung2560]

Awesome video, content like this is helping save general aviation!

[@rockhoundgraves]

Great Video! I am not a pilot, only limited experience in small aircraft as a passenger. But with many cross-country wilderness hikes SOLO, I like the way he is prepared. Always a good idea, along with planning. And, yeah...loved the pepper in the HUMUS with ATC interruptions, lol. Glad I subscribe to your flight channel. Safe travels to ya!

[@sonnicman]

Josh, great comment about bringing different payment methods with you. I flew into KDXR today and had payment issues, but because I had other forms of payment it was no big deal. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas.

[@g1m250]

That's beautiful! GA forever

[@compman0678]

Fantastic video!! such great advice!! i love your wisdom.. i learn so much. I love OTTO too!

[@nirmalsurendranmenon7049]

Great video brother. Looking forward to more of these.

[@191941pilot]

In the pre GPS days flying from Melbourne Victoria Australia to Darwin Northern Territory Australia VFR was a fun 1,700Nm trip. Only about a dozen navigation aids and a whole lot of space between airports, tested your planning and navigation skills. But one of the best experiences you could have. Got shot out of the sky between Katherine and Darwin by a USMC AV8B, well simulated shot down thankfully. Most legs flown were in the 200 to 300Nm range. It is all do able, just got plan well and use your brains. On one flight in the outback arrived at a destination and couldn't find another plane that left from the same departure point before us, they punched the wrong info into their GPS and were over 100Nm off track before realising their mistake.

[@seajCharleston]

Many thanks for the great video series! Best wishes for both Christmas and New Year. First solo 1969, stents a couple years ago - my flying today is with yourself, Stevo, Baron Pilot, Premier One, Amy, 210, etc. Thanks, be safe!

[@lucasagnew4613]

Legit some of the best landings I've seen on YT.

[@tomasjay1005]

Great video ! Thank you !

[@randybaba]

Good to see you smile and let your great sense of humour come out ..."any questions? Didn't think so" 😎

[@NettAirLa]

It's always awesome to see my home airport (New Orleans Lakefront - KNEW) and my house in your videos!

[@bruschi8148]

Awesome video!!! You crushed that hummus....

[@AidansAviationAdventures]

great tips Josh , Never be afraid to divert , ever .. Merry Christmas from NYC ..

[@gordonfeliciano4315]

Epic.. looking forward to more videos...

[@SteveAubrey1762]

I REALLY enjoyed these two videos! THIS is precisely why I want to get my pilot's license, aside from the fact I've always wanted to fly! JA

[@TheWolfReport]

Awesome video Josh!!!! Have fun in FL! Merry Christmas!

[@robertmaza4272]

Love seeing 80991 back in action!!!! Great video!!! When is your dad getting back in the left seat? Miss seeing him! Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!!!

[@davidecolley]

Another great vid, the best aviation channel!

[@cliffhammons9367]

Great work on these vids. Content is fantastic.

[@dongarrett8178]

glad you come to pensacola fl hope you in joy your stay .

[@turnbullav]

Landing in Florida, you talk about the landing like Bob Ross talks about painting. It’s great. Keep it up, love the videos.

[@larryadams9935]

This is a fantastic video! Educational and entertaining! Thanks! 👍🎅

[@bradmcdonald4713]

Currently saving up to get my PPL here in NZ.. These videos are a great motivator for me. That coastline is stunning!!

[@mlarson]

Hope you've got some lessons under your belt now. I wish you the best of luck

[@clarencehopkins7832]

Excellent stuff bro

[@MrRajeshkpy]

Wow!! Just wow!!

[@jacksong.2973]

What a great video and some great advice 👍🏻

[@miporsche]

The best flight I ever had was with my then 12 year old daughter to the Cessna 150-152 Club flyin in from Augusta Kansas to Clinton Iowa in 2015. It was my longest cross country since getting the PPL in 2010. I was nervous starting out. I was so nervous that I stopped at a familiar airport 20 miles away from home. I thought, "My daughter's life is on the line. What am I doing?" The weather was VFR, but not perfect. Maybe 7 mile vis. My daughter was game. I decided to try one more leg. Then another. We continued to Clinton and had a ball. Since then, I've done many cross countries and I got my IR for safety. I still fly a C150. I haven't yet done everything I can in the small plane. Once I'm satisfied, I might move up to a faster, larger plane.

[@tomcummin6801]

Happy Christmas Josh, and a safe and prosperous 2020. Tail winds find you.

[@garyreed2206]

It's great when you luck into great weather. My longest trip was round trip from NJ to TX to visit family and come back a week later in an Arrow. I couldn't have asked for better weather both ways.

[@ahmadsamadzai8255]

Carry money. Be flexible. Dont run out of gas. Learned so much common sense here. Thanks

[@mattbasford6299]

I made 2 long cross country trips this Summer on the club's 182. I flew from the FL Panhandle to Cumberland, MD in July and Lincoln, NE in August. I didn't have all that fancy gear. I used my phone's GPS with Avare to navigate and would check the weather ahead on the Weather Channel App on my phone. I enjoyed the adventure. I didn't plan my fuel stops. When I got to a point I sort of I needed fuel, I would find somewhere to land. I try never to land at any airport I've landed at before. I love the adventure of just pointing the plane toward where I'm going and figuring it out. There was significant weather on both trips, but I just kind of figured it out. Like he said, it's no big deal.

[@marcs990]

I’ve never done a checklist on a hold short of a runway, although I suppose if you KNOW you are the only one there then that’s ok. Thx for your great vids as usual Greetings from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@nz_planespotter4013]

I’m a bit late but I love these kind of videos, they make me feel like I went flying with you

[@glenwilliams5818]

Love your copilot dude!

[@ltltraffic5409]

Great Video

[@robgreene1776]

Too cool. Fly ON.

[@AnushHariharan]

I loved this video !

[@jonathanlollas4466]

You clearly know what you are doing. Enjoyed watching. ;)

[@gunsaway1]

Thanks for the ride

[@tomtownsend7273]

Great video

[@AshleyWincer]

Excellent video, well done..

[@w.j.bendellr.c.flying.1037]

Great job. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 👍🏻

[@earlandersonarchitects2153]

Used to live in Pensacola. Great to see the beach!

[@JETZcorp]

This is military-grade off-topic, so I apologize. I'm a bit of a traffic nerd, but I almost didn't catch the significance of that highway interchange at 4:59. It looks kind of like a regular cloverleaf, but it's actually SO much more interesting. The problem with a cloverleaf is that the on-ramp comes before the off-ramp in the center, requiring ALL merging cars to cross paths, which is both slow and dangerous. But look at this brilliant design. All cars get off before any cars get on, requiring no cross-weaving. And it uses this neat figure-8 looking setup. Very, very cool. Okay, back to airplanes.