BOEING 737 Challenging LANDING Madeira FUNCHAL Airport R05 | Cockpit View | Life Of An Airline Pilot

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Let me take you along to Funchal Madeira Airport (LPMA), one of the most challenging airports in Europe! A cockpit view approach and landing in a Boeing 737-800 on runway 05 in Funchal Airport. The video shows what it's like to fly a visual RNP approach and Visual landing in a Boeing 737 800. Interesting facts, approach charts and actual call-outs and Boeing procedures were added to provide a sense of everything that is going on inside the cockpit during landing. Would you also like to see other landing videos on islands like Samos, Mykonos, Zakynthos or Kos? Let me know what you think guys!
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[@DutchPilotGirl]

Hi guys! Did you like this approach video featuring Madeira (LPMA) airport? Which approach would you like to see next? Anything you would like to see added to these videos? Wishing you a great Sunday! All the best, Michelle 😘 A special thanks to my Patrons who assisted me in creating this video - Sponsored by NordVPN: www.nordvpn.com/dpg

[@bernardbouzon5499]

Reykjavik (KEF)

[@oliverpetroski4205]

Awesome video❤. Nice island. Super smooth landing🛬 the touchdown was spot on.🥀looking great, Michelle😘

[@jimmyghosn9542]

Really amazing i loved 💕

[@DutchPilotGirl]

@@bernardbouzon5499 Yes that will be a nice one! Been there recently but the weather was bad so no view at all, hopefully get to go there again soon!

[@n-plane]

Beautiful landing! The 737 is such an elite plane. I cant wait to fly it one day!

[@piotrchwalek6925]

Been there, landed on 5th of August. I love this place.... airport, people...everything is so good! And even plane spotting is first class!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Must be cool to just watch planes land there!

[@piotrchwalek6925]

@@DutchPilotGirl it is. You can do it from two spots. One outside of airport and second one from is located on third floor inside of the airport itself.

[@fryers23]

With a turn on approach that was far from a simple landing. The professionalism of you and the captain made it look easy. In complete awe. Keep up the good work.

[@gregoryknox4444]

I love all your notes on the screen. Thanks for the memories. I'm retired Capt American Airlines, 18,400 hrs, 30 years.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

The airport looks clean and crisp, almost like brand new. The walk/hike above clouds sounds interesting. Thanks for the video.

[@DutchPilotGirl]

You're welcome Wiley!

[@linogalveias]

the runway was extended in 2000 to 2 781, partially over pillars, the terminals were rebuilt to what we have today.... I believe the single accident there was with the TAP Boeing 727-200 in 1977 with 131 deceased and 33 injured. A memorial was built where the plane exploded

[@TheGabrielPT]

EU money comes handy haha

[@krzysztofkubicki7192]

@@TheGabrielPT You wouldn't believe how clever Madeirians are to spend EU money to improve and to make this beautiful island more modern. Respect - honestly! I've been there 3 times so far and before I die I'm planning another 50 :-)

[@MentourPilot]

Very nice video! I have to go there and try it out for myself. 😊

[@Jester1868]

Big fan sir!

[@thomasrudder9639]

She’s a better pilot than you. I’m sure you qualify for this type of landing. I’m real sorry bro.

[@lunde28]

You should have tried it in the old days before the runway extension. 🙂

[@OR82]

Just try it on a simulator... lol

[@ricardoabreu69]

You need to be qualified, to land here in Madeira. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ricardodacosta2592]

I have landed there several times always interesting, I remember as a kid in the 70's landing on the old runway in a TAP 727 felt like the pilot had the breaks on before the wheels touched the ground luggage fell out of the overheads people screaming....pilot was already turning around while we were still slowing down fun stuff.....

[@mffmoniz2948]

That old runway was a postage stamp. You can still see the old one - which is already after the first extension. It's still very visible if you know what to look for. It ends basically after the buildings. 😮 Talk about tiny. Even nowadays the pilots prioritize just stopping the plane over stopping it very smoothly.

[@Zepherian]

Nice video, i could literally see my house from the cockpit as I live a few kms from the runway. Hope you enjoyed our island and come back many times, maybe landing the plane yourself some day.

[@commerce-usa]

Thank you for doing the extra work to explain what is going on in the cockpit during the video through the graphics. Another beautiful destination.

[@mrsuperselenio5694]

As someone living on this island who tends to travel a bit, I have always wondered what the view from the pilot was at landing times, this cleared it out thank you!

[@sasproductions701]

my dog stepped on a bee.

[@madeiraairspotter]

Wow, what a beautiful landing, it's always nice to see the inside too eheh, thanks for your visit and publicity about our island! 🤩👌

[@steveh5005]

Great Island lived there 2004/5 My under standing back then you had to have 2 senior Captains to pilot the aircraft. Used to take a helicopter to the Island next to Maderia. Which was a old NASA emergency strip Porto Santo.

[@AVMamfortas]

The inserts you provide for speed, flap settings, checks etc are first class. So helpful.

[@psinclairjr]

Ok 2 things. 1. Such a beautiful view out the windshield, thank you for sharing. 2. I'm not some dolt but am I the only one still enamored and amazed by aviation. I understand physics and aerodynamics, but it is still incredible to me that humans imagined designed built and now fly these huge machines with such grace. Again thank you for sharing

[@rossheikkila6959]

I love my Netherlands peoples. Went out with a dear girl from Friesland. The whole family came from there to Canada. Love those people! Thank you for the great photos!

[@stormwarning1235]

Netherlands people? Dutch?

[@rossheikkila6959]

@@stormwarning1235 The originals are, We all are dealing with mass immigration!

[@MalcolmHarris55]

Great video, I’ve been waiting for you to post a Madeira landing for some time.

[@denismckee4417]

Driving away from the airport, one can see how amazing this runway is. From the highway, it resembles an elevated city highway perched on a forest of concrete pillars at least 50 metres high. On take-off, there is no soaring climb into the air, just a continuing gentle climb as the wheels leave the ground and the rocky coastline replaces it under the wings.

[@vanshikamehra3745]

had a pathetic day but I come home to this now my day is a bliss 🥰💓

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Hope you feel better soon!

[@beastpt.services]

My lovely Island, thanks for showing our Airport

[@sonukumarmandal2872]

HIi Michelle! ❤😊 3 months wait was worth! Another magnificent video! Thanks for this Sunday treat! I would like to see Zakynthos approach, as you had replied me in one of your videos that you will upload Zakynthos approach, since then I have been waiting.🤔 The island is sheer beauty and no wonder how scintillating the approach video would be! Have a great weekend Michelle!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Hi Sonu, the Zakynthos video is still in production, only have one camera angle so not sure if people find it as interesting as the newer format featuring at least 2 angles. But I will continue to work on it :) Have a great weekend !

[@sonukumarmandal2872]

@@DutchPilotGirl Okay Michelle! Thanks for the info! 👍

[@Roybwatchin]

I have worked for Boeing (named Spirit Aerosystems since 2005) in Wichita, Ks since 1986. I've held many jobs over the years including Trim and Drill Mechanic, Tooling, Quality Investigator, Shop Manager and for the last 28 years, Research and Development. I've worked on DBT's (Design Build Teams), now called IPT's (Integrated Product Teams) for nearly every new aircraft and derivative since 1993. I've been involved with work on the 737 Classic, 737 NG and now the 737 MAX for my entire career out here, well, along with 777, 787, 767 and now Airbus A220 and new Defense projects since we now do work for other customers after Boeing sold us. Anyway, I love the 737's and really enjoy watching videos like this. I will say, your videos are truly amazing with the quality video equipment and all the details that pop up and the flight maps, etc. Thanks for all your hard work on the videos and thanks for sharing. Take care

[@georgespence5600]

Madeira is like a second home to me, my partner and I have been there many times. It is so beautiful. We come to stay in our apartment at least twice a year. This video is wonderful!

[@user-yy5jm1xy4n]

The pilots who fly to Funchal deserve much respect. I was on a plane as a passenger and when it landed some of passengers started clapping. I asked one why are people clapping and they said because they got on the ground safely. Madeira is a nice island and i would like to go again.

[@mrbritop]

One of the most incredible landings I've made in my life... a few months after the only plane crash this airport had (in 1977). It's a 'must' for anyone who likes these themes! God speed!

[@mentonish]

I think this was before the runway was extended, like you not a funny experience

[@julianshalders6047]

Perfect 👍 pretty Dutch girl, your vlogs are so informative , sub titles make it more interesting 🌟🌟🙏 fly safe 👌🌹

[@garrymartin6474]

Seemed a lot smoother than most of the 737 landings I've experienced !

[@geoh7777]

New sponge rubber runway surfacing materials. Advances in technology still happening!

[@VickersDoorter]

Last year I flew from Gatwick to Funchal. 30 knot crosswinds at Funchal developed en route and we were diverted to Port Santo, where we sat for two hours. The gusts didn't abate and we flew all the way back to Gatwick, arriving around midnight and a two-hour wait for a fairly pointless hotel room, only to get up again at 5am for a 7am rematch.

[@mffmoniz2948]

Sadly, happens a lot with Madeira. Sometimes, it's possible to brave the winds. Other times... well, lives are more important than to attempt something. If they close the airport, it's because it was necessary.

[@sharonwhite1985]

We flew into Funchal earlier this year (as passengers) - great sight from the air! All respect to pilots who land here. Ours got a round of applause 👏

[@mffmoniz2948]

They earn it.

[@ranjanguha6303]

Look forward to your take off and landing videos ! They are so enjoyable, the viewer can feel the thrill of almost being in the cockpit. The step by step details of the process makes it so great for an aviation geek like me. Thank you.

[@rogergowers4415]

Another terrific video Michelle, thanks. I've flown to Funchal twice in recent years, landing on that same runway. Neither were as pleasant as your arival. The first time was best described as alarming with gusting and windshear so the aircraft was slewing from side to side quite violently on the run in. We were expecting a 'go around', but eventually the pilot just dropped it quite heavily as soon as he was over the runway. Wish you'd been driving 🤣. The take off is also interesting with dropping the starboard wing and banking right as soon as airborne. In fairness the pilot had warned us that this would happen, necessary due to the terrain ahead. Love all your videos which are so well produced, edited and so much information on screen....thanks again.

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks Roger! Appreciate your kind words :)

[@mffmoniz2948]

I'm from Madeira. I've landed there a few times. As long as the plane stops safely, it can hit the track hard. I don't care for the bump, that's why we have the seatbelts. That being said, I must say I never had a bad experience. The pilots flying to Madeira usually know what they are doing.

[@halesworth01]

Tried 05 approach several times on MSFS2020 in the FBW A320, I have a big respect for any pilot that can fly this approach! IT IS NOT EASY!

[@nigelsansom2407]

Perfect! I've flown in to Madeira as a passenger a few times, and always knew it was a difficult one. I didn't know it was a 'Captain-only' procedure though. Interesting! The approach and landing I have always found totally awesome is the one into Innsbruck. Amazing when you have jagged mountain peaks on both sides as you descend down to the threshold.

[@udvilacka]

Only Madeira certified pilots can approach this airport. :) They have to do a test in a simulator to be certified as far as I know. :)

[@grahambrook5014]

I know it well.

[@gamma_dablam]

@☠ Shaheed no ... Madeira is too difficult for autoland

[@laurentldoldi840]

@@gamma_dablam not a question of difficulty but there is certainly no ILS on this airport, because it is expensive. Also the crew must be qualified to autoland, and naturally the aircraft must have its two autopilots available etc.

[@roberthardy2013]

Hey girl, been to Madeira once but we had the opposite end approach, Stil spectacular though. Levada walks are great as are the glass walkway and the valley of the nuns.

[@mffmoniz2948]

That approach is a rarity and my favourite. Avoids the U-turn. But it's always unexpected. There you are, looking at the small villages and then... landed. Like... already?

[@vplusah]

Masterful and professional approach and landing! Very beautiful!! I am virtually familiar with this airport. I tried to land there on an Airbus A320 (in the cockpit of an air trainer, not in real aircraft!), and it was very, very difficult! My instructor told me that even he does not have permission to land in Madeira, and it is one of the most difficult airports in Europe. Thank you for this video!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Glad to hear you like it! Yes it's a challenging airport to fly into! Have a great weekend!

[@johntallentire7473]

One of the most beautiful islands on the planet and very cheap once there it's my favourite place to be

[@parvildrobu]

Really like annotations during the video, these little details are making it much better :)

[@jneyron]

Great video, thank for taking the time to do it and shearing it. Cheers to you

[@DutchPilotGirl]

You're welcome Jacques!

[@gaspode2005]

Another great video. I can see that being a really challenging approach in adverse conditions. Thanks for posting, that's made my Sunday.

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks for your kind words, appreciate it! Have a nice day

[@mffmoniz2948]

There are tons of videos of challenging approaches in adverse conditions. Hair raising stuff. And they usually nail it. Even if the plane dances a little bit.

[@laurentlc5441]

As cabin crew, Funchal is always a challenging landing 😊😊

[@dirkdebelder9745]

Great video DutchPilotGirl! Spectacular images! I really enjoyed this! Very well done!!!

[@Ibsonlovesyou]

I just found your channel... I literally cannot believe the quality of the video, the editing, your skill, your beauty, its ridiculous. Well done at life, seriously, you are winning!

[@a.l.4451]

Everything is beautiful in this video: Sky, sea, landing and PILOT

[@tomdavis3038]

Seriously? So it’s a female pilot and here come the lonely boys commenting on her appearance.

[@budguy21]

@@tomdavis3038 u mad?

[@Kyle-wf4id]

Great footage as always! This has to be one of the best and most challenging approaches you've done.

[@DutchPilotGirl]

It certainly is, especially during bad weather conditions..

[@fratercontenduntocculta8161]

Out of all of the Boeing jets, the 737 is by far my most favorite. Sitting at the wings is especially comfy for folks who are worried about turbulence!

[@alexv.854]

Very nice video with perfect explanations of what is going on when. Love it! Beautiful pilot as well, so pretty 👍

[@robbflynn4325]

Really enjoyed this, great teamwork! I live close to Embry Riddle in Daytona Beach and pleased to say my 23 year old son who recently graduated college is considering moving down here to enroll in one of the many flight academies we have down here. Will share this video with him!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks Robb, wish him luck!

[@robbflynn4325]

@@DutchPilotGirl Thank you, I will! We have lots of pilots living in our apartment complex, all of them very young and they are all so friendly and willing to give me lots of advice on how my son should plan a possible career in aviation.

[@martintheiss4038]

Robb, the Americans are saying that pilot training courses are valuable these days due to the imminent needs to hire competent new pilots. The problem about using this airport as a recruiting tool is that she is absolutely right in saying it is far more difficult than normal approaches. Unfortunately it is the only "major" airport serving a politically sensitive and vital outpost of the Portugalese nation.

[@robbflynn4325]

@@martintheiss4038 Being American it's unlikely my son would ever have to fly into this airport but having said that Dutch girl made it look so easy!

[@aakarshdawar2234]

Heyy love from INDIA❤❤I really love your content...I know you have a very busy schedule but i would love to watch at least weekly videos of yours!!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks! I would also love to upload on a weekly basis.. just don't have the time unfortunately.. I am expanding the team though so might be able to at least do 1 video per month minimum..

[@aakarshdawar2234]

@@DutchPilotGirl Great!! please visit INDIA i would love to welcome you

[@trailblazer_nomad]

Great job! I like it how you add those subtitles and stuff.

[@nacerboumali6867]

Thank you for inviting me in your cockpit I enjoyed this travel with you ,you are very nice and kind !

[@rivermaster2003]

Besides being easy on the eyes, you are an incredible pilot.

[@howardjackson3489]

Incredible . Airline Pilots are amazing , skilled and calm , controlled and collected . Cannot imagine how that landing would be in bad weather , uugghh , just the thought . Thanks for sharing , one word comes to mind ……Majestic .

[@catarinarosario9867]

They do not land in bad weather, planes usually get diverted, they simply will not risk it. TAP pilots are more likely to try it because they are more used to landing in Madeira.

[@mffmoniz2948]

​@@catarinarosario9867 True. Growing up in Madeira, the most common news was diverting planes with bad weather. But indead, some pilots will succeed in doing difficult landings. It can depend on a specific company guidelines or on a captain's decision.

[@nogame94]

greetings from a portoguese in switzerland. always nice to see my country in new videos when far away from home. thank you.

[@BrianBaileyedtech]

I was just in Madeira on a cruise last month - what a beautiful island!!

[@josecarlosgouveia9762]

I was in Madeira in 2016. It's wonderful island. My father was born there. I was impressed with part of the runway above the sea, it´s a great engineering feat.

[@tomvalentine4928]

I flew there twice on the old runway, so short we could not take off with a full load of fuel and had to hop to Porto Santo to tank up.

[@miguelcoelho3877]

@@tomvalentine4928 That's strange. I flew there in 1978 or '79 from Porto, Portugal (therefore long before the runway was extended), and don't remember any stopover in Porto Santo for refueling on the way back to the mainland.

[@tomvalentine4928]

@@miguelcoelho3877 I was flying to Manchester, UK, so would presumably have needed more than twice the amount of fuel needed for a flight to Porto. We were told the plane could not take off with enough fuel for a flight to the UK from the old Funchal airstrip so we had a short flight to Porto Santo which had a longer airfield and allowed us to take on enough fuel to fly back to England. Did it two consecutive years .

[@miguelcoelho3877]

@@tomvalentine4928 Haha, yes, that makes sense. I'm just not sure if in those days in the late '70s, there were any direct flights from the UK to Madeira without a stopover in Lisbon first. Edit: flights, not flies, oopsy...

[@tomvalentine4928]

@@miguelcoelho3877 I don't know about the '70s but I can confirm that we went in 1982 ( my first ever flight) and 1983 with Brittania Airways direct from Manchester to Funchal

[@MyHumboldtLife]

Very cool to see this approach and landing from the cockpit in real life. I've done it a few times in MSFS 2020 and it's certainly challenging. Thanks for sharing!

[@bobvorwald9737]

Love these approach and landing videos

[@PAULSWorld131]

Very nice one Michelle. Lovely shots in the big turn just before landing. Enjoyed it, thx.

[@aaalvaro2017]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MICHELLE! I am into aviation aswell!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks Alvaro!

[@DOMINICAAVIATION]

Incredible footage and perspective! Thanks for taking us along on the trip! Congrats on 300k subs!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks!

[@ivayloangelov4697]

I love this video! Straight to the point with very interesting captions. Congrats!

[@Doo_Doo_Patrol]

Last time on a plane as best I can recall was around 1990, before that 1979 when I jumped out of a C141. I do enjoy flight videos though. These one's are calming. Some are anything but. I also like her cat like eyes.

[@cobosenriquez]

…Amazing Michelle, as always!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks Sergio!

[@cobosenriquez]

…quick note, just wanted to thank you, Thanks to you and your inspiring book my daughter has decided to become a professional pilot; your book did a great part on answering all her questions, thank you again…you are the best!

[@robaylmer2450]

Thank you for taking me along Michelle, a fantastic flight from the cockpit view. looking forward to our next flight ✈✈🛫🛫🛬🛬☺☺😚😚🥰🥰

[@williamloh9018]

Very cool...thanks again. Got to land here in a B737-300 simulator...they failed the flight director so I had to land it like a 172. Got it done...and they treated me different after that. Scared my wife though...and she never went back.

[@ricardo1957]

First time a went to Madeira (as a passenger) was in 1979 from Birmingham (EGBB) in a 737-200, made a refuelling stop at Santiago de Compostela (LEST) then on to Madeira before the runway was extended over the road. Coming back a short flight to Porto Santo for fuel before continuing to EGBB. Last time I tried to depart Madeira in March 2017 there were very strong gusty winds and no aircraft got in after 11:00 most diverting to the Canaries, my inbound flight diverted to Faro before going back home to Birmingham. Back to the hotel for me before successfully arriving home a day late.

[@alexanderholmes8706]

Beautiful landing. Thanks for sharing this, have a nice Sunday! 😎

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Hi Alexander, you too!

[@RicHrt540]

Great video, I love the 'sight seeing U-turn' before lining up for landing; seeing our own hotel at the coast made it very personal. It has been one of our most beautiful holidays even out of season (September) Thanks for posting this and making it all look so easy.

[@uwebestmann2477]

Another fantastic Landing. Thank you so much for creating an sharing these fantastic Videos.

[@vanlevy2008]

Great detail as always and beautiful views

[@swim2kill]

Wow this was such a beautiful approach. This is such a good idea to share these experiences on KZbin. I am grateful for content like this. 😊💚

[@ilycosmic2884]

What a BEAUTIFUL approach! Keep these videos coming Michelle! Much Love ❤

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks!

[@WorldEye88]

Challenging indeed. You made it fun. Great vid!

[@anjayl]

How much surexposition do you need ? DutchPilotGirl : YES ! My monitor : goes up in flames.

[@grahamcrabb7714]

Thank you Michelle for sharing your aviation journeys. I know Funchal is in the top 10 (if not top 5) of challenging airports and good to see this one from the front seat pov 👍🏼 Still want to hear the ATC comms, but great video and editing too, always good quality from you. Take care and wishing safe flying. All best ❤

[@michaelengland7228]

Great no audio atc interruptions

[@weaselinjeans1]

I have sadly developed a fear of flying over the past 10 years. Before that i had lived in the USA, Spain, Greece and UK and flew regularly. This may sound a bit strange but watching this video has actually made me feel like i want to try to board a plane again. I'm not sure why the video made me feel better about it, maybe seeing how calm and relaxed the crew are and that its the not being able to see ahead syndrome that gets to me. Thank you.

[@48819]

You must be sure pilots not recording video in time of piloting. Health and safety stuff have to know what I'm talking about. Be safe and know we're on one bot.

[@mw8653]

Great video we landed here 2 days ago our touchdown came with quite a thump a lady sat next to us had been here before when runway was shorter they had to abort landing and go round again. Airport was lovely and clean we are really enjoying Madera is a great place gardens are beautiful.

[@splender88]

I find these videos beautiful and calming at the same time. Watching this lovely lady flying these planes puts me totally at ease!

[@evinchester7820]

It was great. How you all went onto final...and just went right in to the field. Loved seeing and hearing what was going on in the cockpit. You make it look so easy but I know you went through a lot of training to get to where you are.

[@iainkenworthyneale]

I remember landing at the old airport 40 years ago. Even hairier than that. Ask any really old colleagues. Take off weight severly restricted. Rolling turn and away then a landing at Porto Santo to refuel. Those were the days 😊

[@gamma_dablam]

Before the table runway extension 😮

[@iainkenworthyneale]

@@gamma_dablam I thought it was nearear to Funchal. As it was 40+ years ago my memory may be faulty. When I visited last September I was amazed at the new roads, bridges and general expansion of Funchal. I wont wait another 40 years!

[@mhsvz6735]

Glad to see you flying again. Continued success with your career.

[@austinevplab7167]

Much respect to the pilots! The responsibility they carry on their shoulders with over 100 lives in their hands makes them as skilled in their profession as any surgeon. All I can say is *Wow!*

[@taniaferrer2028]

Hello thanks you for this wonderfull vidéo It s very incredible to see that in thé cockpit Can you please make a réel or vidéo when you make thé take off i loved that When ii was young m'y uncle was directory of madascary airport ans After directory of Sénégal airportt M'y oncle is malgache my aunt is her wife WE are french WE live in alsace I have Taken Boeing 747 4 or 5 Time in my life and i was at Madagascar and Sénégal I was Always in love with the noise of take off Thanks you for this beautiful video You make a wonderfyll job😀👏 Have a nice day🤗

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Hi Tania, Glad you like the video. I also have a recording of the take off featuring Madeira, might be able to create a video about it ;)

[@palimpalim5291]

I love your approach videos, they are so well edited and full of information as well as downright beautiful. Would you consider uploading a narrated version where you explain all the technical details you put on screen?

[@DutchPilotGirl]

I might do that in the future :)

[@angelstevens2782]

Always great to watch your journeys through the skies. Be safe and happy. Cheers. Almost forgot, make more videos please as time allows you of course..

[@PepeuHARDT]

Quando seu avião é pilotado por um anjo, a sensação de segurança fica maior, rsrs

[@Baska2k]

Muuuuh

[@JonboatCaptain1]

Loved this approach! You make it look so easy. What a beautiful view for an airport!!!! Thanks for the pro editing (I know it takes a lot of work) and for sharing with us!

[@luceliarossi7712]

The co piloto is very good too... congratulations to the team! ❤🎉

[@Flight99]

Perfect time of the day for your first solo flight.

[@chadmaryjohnson708]

Michelle, so happy for you to have such a successful and exciting aviation career, and really enjoy your videos. Do you ever pass through Gibraltar? If so, that might be an interesting approach to view. Thanks and greetings from the USA!

[@yannisgk]

i love gibraltar...the country that two seas meet!!!)

[@M20RUM]

Unfortunately Gibraltar is probably the only place in Europe we have any sway over, not even sure the Gibraltarians like us much either! Its' only the British based airlines that fly in - unfortunately no Dutch carriers serve it.

[@yannisgk]

@@M20RUM i talk about land, not people, but anyways!!! :)

[@Volans2000]

You know, that runway used to be much shorter. It was prolonged in the 90's I think. Before that, planes had to apply strong brakes and reversers in order to stop in time. I remember people would start applauding inside the plane, when it came to a halt. Nowadays is a much easier landing.....

[@thomaslolll2]

It was extended in the 80's after the tragedy of 1977.

[@tinaselka8155]

A beautiful Video with smooth landing...Top

[@greg6122]

Beautiful views from the flight deck!!! Love your channel!!!💯❤️👍

[@kenforshaw8901]

I have been to Madeira a few times and never had any landing problems but a few of my friends have been on flights where the plane has had to make a couple of approaches, so they had to have a couple of pops ie, large brandies when they landed as it was a bit scary.

[@brianharris1830]

Just got back myself 2 weeks ago. Amazing! I think the 23 approach is under appreciated breath taking beauty

[@FeeBear70]

Love your videos!

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks Felix!

[@maseratifittipaldi]

Thank you, for taking us along, dear. This was super enjoyable ! Never knew this small island is so built-up and with so many facilities.

[@t-y-s7726]

De ronding van de aarde is, adembenemend. Evenals je looks. Love it! Mooie dag gewenst, grt Matthijs

[@johnmoloney5296]

That was very enjoyable, nice scenery, interesting the way they have the runway so close to the sea, not ideal if there's a flood you'll agree

[@DutchPilotGirl]

Thanks John! The airport is close to the see but elevated... Don't think it will ever get flooded, checkout some pictures on google, it's interesting to see the extended runway ;)

[@johnmoloney5296]

@@DutchPilotGirl hi Michelle I will do that thanks for the suggestion, maybe with all this climate change and rising sea levels they may have to revisit the elevation of the runway eh ,mind yourself and safe flying

[@Zepherian]

By the time sea water floods that runway half of europe will be flooded, you can go under the runway and look up, the columns are about 80m tall... At most it's at some minor risk of landslides, which are the main danger in a mountain terrain like we have here in Madeira.

[@johnmoloney5296]

@@Zepherian yeah you're probably right, you know yourself it always looks different on a screen versus reality

[@donaldscherzi169]

Very informative videos well done so the average person can see and understand what pilots go through to get us all safely to our destinations. Thank you for all that you do.

[@stonecold5373]

lmfao no pilot actually watches this. There is something called flight school for professionals, but your brain just goes to youtube and thinks you are some kind of expert.

[@kevkev5935]

Wow. That topography is beautiful. Such an awesome flight.

[@peterspatz6918]

Good crew, superb airmenship from both.

[@oliverpetroski4205]

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