Starting Radial Engines with Buffalo Joe | DC-3 MASTER CLASS

The World's Highest Time DC-3 Pilot with over 50 years of DC-3 experience, Buffalo Joe shows us how he starts the Radial Engines on the DC-3!
Directed and Edited by Mikey McBryan
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[@MikeyMcBryan]

*Correction!! Fuel pressure is 15 psi. If you are experiencing 150 psi, please speak to your doctor.

[@f.dt.f3965]

lolol perfect

[@gracelandone]

I take three pills to avoid that.

[@respectbossmon]

@@gracelandone Yeah, really. 150's stroke territory.

[@rpmunlimited397]

150 psi ? I wanted to see the video for the fuel injection conversion on that beast

[@PeterWalkerHP16c]

I wondered about that. Thought maybe they were diesels.

[@MikeyMcBryan]

If you are reading this, I have to thank you for joining us today!

[@justinhobart8747]

Thank You! 😀👍

[@arthorn6308]

I feel privileged just to be watching!

[@alysonjeffrey6930]

Awesome! Thank you for bringing us along!

[@ufm10xxl27]

Thank you Mikey from one of your OG's on the west coast of Ireland

[@ericjanson2328]

Mikey - you should be able to earn revenue from such a high quality set of programs like this. I'd love to own the entire series on Blu Ray when it's finished.

[@The_DuMont_Network]

At the ripe old age of 75, I can say this with all true love and affection: That old man LOVES that aircraft. Every word, every gesture shows it. Both are a little cranky, a little creaky, but they are tried and true. Great video!

[@mothmagic1]

And still going like myself at 76. I'd still trust Joe to fly one of those with me in it.

[@tedthompson2163]

I'm 72, and for as long as I can remember, the DC-3 has been the most beautiful plane in the world to my eyes! Thanks!

[@sinfuldavy0]

I don’t know how to describe it but Joe has such a calming effect on humanity

[@marklittle8805]

If you are on the plane with Joe, you know you are in good hands

[@tonewill9407]

then you need to hear him when he is mad...

[@rickey5353]

@@marklittle8805 Wouldn't want another.

[@nicholasjackaman3679]

I’ve watched a handful of episodes when A) he dresses down young pilots for moving onto other opportunities like a petulant child B) they are too scared to approach and tell him they’ve been offered opportunity xyz for fear of incurring his wrath. Either way it was uncomfortable viewing. But that said, there’s NO doubting this man knows his stuff 👍🏻

[@tonewill9407]

@@nicholasjackaman3679 is fear of a person really the best answer in a already stressful environment..? always felt to lead not intimidate..

[@matthewpayne42]

The legend Buffalo Joe in his office in the beautiful Dc3. It doesn't get much better than this.

[@colinwallace5286]

I think many people don’t realize that the reason why so many of these are still flying is that they really haven’t come up with anything better for the mission these planes cover, and certainly nothing more cost-effective. A plane that proved able to fly in the rigours of wartime, with challenges of basic infrastructure and maintenance, has proven its reliability over decades, getting the job done in the hands of people who know how to take care of it. Mikey and friends proved that even the long-forgotten ones are still there just waiting for another chance to soar. I know, it’s just a machine, a thing, but to those of us who depend on a machine to bring us home, often when it seemed unlikely, you start feeling an odd bond. Thanks, Joe.

[@MikeyMcBryan]

You are right there Colin!! :)

[@friendlypiranha774]

Colin, you are so correct there. We had a DC-3 here in South Africa that 'ended it's life' being converted into a roadhouse. Google 'Dakota roadhouse Johannesburg' to see an image and further history of it. Several years later it was taken down from its roadhouse structure and returned to the skies... If I remember correctly, it was even used as an air ambulance after that.

[@okoboji2001]

100 years from now these videos will help the latest generation learn to fly the DC-3

[@tgmccoy1556]

Tim McCoy here wife's account. Yep flown at Starfleet Academy.

[@colinwallace5286]

You know, I just read an article about how the B-52 is slated to carry on for further DECADES in service. Did any of those designers and builders in the 30’s imagine closing in on 100 years for the DC-3, like we are now? Most amazing part is that most of the remaining ones are still earning a living in some hostile environments. Mind boggling.😏

[@jimmason8502]

C47/DC3 is the greatest airplane ever built IMO

[@aviationlba747]

It’s certainly one of the all time greats, along with the 747.

[@AlexanderJScheu]

@@colinwallace5286 Hallo Colin, *My - Generation is the last as widness as we had in German Luftwaffe until +- years 1969. M.a. - I wrote a little bid - hereof. with best Greetings from Germany

[@mickd6942]

These rugged versatile machines and the rugged versatile people that maintain and fly them always draw me back , I honestly can’t get enough of this , you upload it and I guarantee I’ll watch it

[@sampalmer9628]

The Jeep of the skies. The go anywhere, do anything machine

[@flightcraft0362]

Spending 6 minutes in the cockpit with Joe made my day. Thankyou Joe and thanks Mikey for sharing dad and his knowledge with us!

[@tony66au]

Amazing the Radial engine start sequence, you dont get this playing a flight sim thats for sure :-) Again it's incredibly generous that Joe, Mikey and Buffalo air took the time to share this most unique of Master Classes not only in time but in costs as well. Thank you all

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thank you for the support Tony!

[@tww1491]

Been years -- but reminds me of starting the T28A 7 cyl Wright.

[@loginregional]

Tail dragger DC-3 is my favourite in the sim. I like how Joe just grabs above his seat to and rarnk! he gets his view out the wind screen. I'm going to watch this video a few more times to get the start up sequence right.

[@tony66au]

@@MikeyMcBryan Always mate, Im happy to wait and see what comes up NEXT although DTD will be a hard act to follow

[@GizmoMaltese]

I flew this plane in MSFS. It's the same start sequence with some details missing. Like pumping the hydraulic and holding down the starter switch. But I feel like I know this plane and its controls. Never flew anything before. I would love to fly a real DC-3 but I need to start off with a Cessna. Loved this vido.

[@aserta]

Oldest adage known to man, take care of something, it will take care of you.

[@peterlaing2537]

MDS *...results may vary depending on the person*

[@stephenbirks6458]

And the thing is theres alot of truth in that old adage !

[@ragheadand420roll]

What a great old school pilot Knows his plane inside and out

[@user-tt6gp4gs4v]

Legendary aircraft, piloted by a legend. Can't get better than that.. Legendary aircraft, piloted by a legend. Can't get better than that..

[@redstar1408]

Buffalo Joe... an old school professional. Just so awesome to see him in his element and doing what he obviously loves.

[@rickieodem488]

Legendary aircraft, piloted by a legend. Can't get better than that.

[@barryallin4294]

I could sit and listen to joe talk all day and night he is almost a spitting image of my dad sounds just like him to even when he gets pissed off I lost my dad in 2017 right before Christmas he had been sick for about 12 years with dementia and a few other things it was tuff watching him slip away the only thing that kept me going was watching ice Pilots I would close my eyes and listen to Joe talk and it was like my dad being there again I miss him so much thanks joe hope all is well and god🙏

[@rexluminus9867]

RIP to your Dad. Thank you for sharing this with us.I used to watch ice pilots too.Want to watch it again. Be safe & healthy. Peace.

[@barryallin4294]

@@rexluminus9867 thank you very much I miss my old man very very much I was unable to get to him quick enough when he passed as I was working and have three kids and a wife to support I had to say my goodbyes over the phone he was pretty much gone already but it haunts me to this day listening to him gasp for air I'm 40 years old and I cry some times about not being there for him in the end but when I watch ice Pilots and listen to Joe's voice the pain goes away for a bit thanks again and 🙏

[@rexluminus9867]

@@barryallin4294 You have done very well for his last moments.He heard your voice,you were with him till the very end. That was great comfort for him.He is free from his sufferings. Now he looks down to see you and he might have a tear of Joy that you wanted to be with him but couldn't. He'll be with you in the new life again.Peace.

[@barryallin4294]

@@rexluminus9867 thanks 🙏

[@badfingers6180]

It's a beautiful thing when there's a fusion of man and machine. Joe know this aircraft so much... and cares about it. Mad respect.

[@petertotaro4283]

Hi Mikey, This brings back memories when I was in the navy in 1956. We had the R4D’s which was the same plane as the DC3. Had many fun days pre-running the engines every morning to have ready for the Pilots to fly them that day! We were checked out on the Beech 18, SNB (same as the Beech 18. The U. S. Navy required a warm body in the co-pilots seat. As an enlisted man, I always volunteered to fly the co pilots position when an officer needed to go to different locations for safety investigations. That was because the ATC knew I was taking private pilot lessons and needed as much Stick time that I could get! Now I’m 83 years young and sure miss the Naval Air Station time out of NAS New Orleans!

[@MurraydeLues]

It is really interesting watching how Joe has mellowed over the years and how he is much more comfortable in front of the camera. This stuff is gold.

[@MegaDirtyberty]

The man certainly knows his stuff!, may Joe be able to fly many many more hours.

[@ChrisB257]

This is classic history recording - terrific. Time will come when this becomes invaluable archive material - to be enjoyed by many long after we are all gone. Bless you Joe - as I said last episode, you are truly a legend :)

[@davidprosser7278]

No music, and no modern cameras. Perfect!

[@wms1650]

My love of radials was set about 1971 when I worked for a "crop duster" that had two planes with P&W 1340 power. One was a Snow S2 the other Thrush Commander I believe was an R1. He had a Harvard/SNJ. The first time I flew was in the SNJ. It was wonderful. Mr. Baker showed me steep turns, barrel rolls, wing overs and loops. Will always remember that first flight.🇺🇸😊😊

[@GravityKnightFlying]

That was neat to see! ..not just see, but to know why each step is performed.. such cool old birds! And Joe is a legend 👍

[@johnmcelwain5884]

Dirty hands and a ripped shirt....perfect statement said with passion from a lifetime of living it. Need to study under Joe.

[@tgmccoy1556]

Tim McCoy here wife's account. My uniform flying DC 6/7 Airtankers were oil stained Blue jeans and T- shirts.

[@plumbingstuffinoregon2471]

There's something that I just love about watching old radial engines start up!

[@lawr46]

Wow, the production level on this series is a amazing, I got goose bumps from the opening shot!

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thank you

[@paulyoung181]

You nailed another one Mikey!!! For me a great video is when the production stays out of the way of the story but also enhance the story with video.

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thanks PAUL!!!!!

[@felixlopez458]

I'm sure that Pops could start them with his eyes closed... His (and Buffalo's) legacy is an inspiration to us all aviation aficionados... Thanks for sharing Mikey! #keepemflying

[@stephenindc9102]

What a plane !! Great video. The DC-3 is the "plane-iest" looking plane ever made. Just great.

[@angelreading5098]

Here we have a unique combination,firstly a true Master aviator who knows the DC-3 like the back of his hand,then his son a very capable videographer artist sets to compile a unique record of his fathers life using the aeroplane he loves so much,there are so many interesting details and insights here not just about the DC-3 but what it takes to operate these unique vintage machines and what they have done for humanity in saving lives and involved in the worlds conflicts as a serving veteran in their own right,the short video's capture a lot and enable us to take in the magic behind the aircraft and its very able custodian's,well done Buffalo !

[@barryallin4294]

Very well written good job 👍

[@davefost]

Thanks for posting these Mikey and Joe! These may seem like a cool project but in reality, they are an important contribution to the history of aviation... a hundred years from now, they still still be here... and people will marvel at them.

[@alexgorski5031]

Those radials running is like a lullaby.

[@benedicto.050]

That's true, I have a lot of sleeping time inside C47's 😉

[@rod928s4]

There is a magic to the sound of a radial engine exhaust that is in a class all its own!!

[@jimross898]

Mikey! My Dad died 4 years ago at 74. What disappeared from his years of doing amazing shit makes me wish I'd spent some time documenting it while he was alive. Kudos to you for doing this. Part of our oral history that's important and so easily lost.

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Sorry for your loss Jim. I’m happy to have the opportunity to do things like this for those reasons.

[@arnoudbonte6417]

Just in time, just started eating and needed something to watch. Thanks mikey!!

[@ginggur17]

Love this. Really really feel a part of your family operation. Stunning.

[@cobrasfifawelt2158]

Joe was the coolest DC 3 pilot, and he save humans in the NWT, Buffalo Airways it's always what humans around Yellowknife need❤

[@kbjerke]

That brings back SO many memories. Thank you!! While I did work a lot on DC3s, I am reminded of my very first SOLO runup as a fledgling AME (after its annual) of our PBY-5A in Timmins, 1978. (CF-DFB) Same engines, same routine, same smoke and noise!! I can still smell that 80/87 exhaust... (liberally blended with 100 weight oil, of course!)

[@petermclennan6781]

FANTASTIC taxi footage! Kudos to the camera crew. Your shows are making me want to drive from the Kootenays to Yellowknife, just to buy a Buffalo T-shirt. :)

[@jerryvandyke9216]

Mikey are your DC3 “t” shirts still available? Mine are getting a little tattered 🇨🇦😎

[@BagelBunny]

What's going to happen to these wonderful old "ladies" when guys like you can no longer fly ?? I learned on my Dad's old twin engine Beech 360. Her name was Gillette because she flew so smooth. I miss her, and my Dad, every day. Thank you for the memories. Bunny

[@AlexanderJScheu]

Dear Bunny, don't be too sade, do not call him... let *Him ... sleep..... - keep in silence in Your heard, surely with Your not forgotten *Gillette which have given all together an adventure life... .The Hero (RIP).. had had start to the last ... *Take-Off - via *Walhalla.... May I wish for You *Peace, health and luck, Greetings from an unknown German Camerade,

[@mervinburns]

I love Joe’s relaxed, comfortable radio work and at the same time everyone totally understands what’s happening and intended. Excellent video. I’m a heli pilot but the DC3 is defo on my aviation bucket list. As we say here in Ireland, keep her lit Joe!

[@scottrobinson3568]

I like this series with your father, Mickey. A separate series of basic maintenance and repair issues would be nice!

[@1SeanBond]

A Fantastic veiw! Wow the production quality 5star Mikey! Awesome job Joe! Be safe Luv&Peace Sean&family!✌Cheers!🍻

[@georgekeats1478]

Mikey this series is going to be so fantastic. Your Dad is such an icon. It’s great to see him up close again. Big thumbs up!

[@GG-sr4ww]

Awesome, brings back some memories of my all-too-brief time flying the DC3. Joe’s experience and skill handling the airplane are a joy to watch.

[@markbrooks140]

You keep makin' em, we'll keep watchin' um!

[@fr.garrettnelson9920]

Mikey, these masterclass videos were brilliant idea! Excellent work

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thanks bud!

[@richardburguillos3118]

This are such special seasons your sharing with us. Treasures to be cherished for years to come. Sure wish I was a pilot as I’d be honored to have Buffalo Joe as an instructor. He is calming but is someone I sure would not want to disappoint. Thanks!

[@taylorsimonr]

What a wonderful video. After Ice Pilots, I can't thank you enough for putting out Plane Savers and now these.

[@ukar69]

Watching this as I wear my Buffalo cap signed by Joe.

[@youraninee]

Bring back ice pilots! Best content!

[@frankjames7247]

Such a lesson on how to start a DC 3 thank you Joe, please bring back Ice Pilots.

[@c.johnson1691]

The first plane I flew in was a DC-3. I loved it. Such a beautiful plane!

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

I am thoroughly enjoying these! I’ll probably never fly a DC-3, let alone on one, but this is next best to tagging along. Thanks for the work involved in making these.

[@rollydoucet8909]

We flew in a DC 3 from Dorval (Montreal) to Goose Bay, Labrador in 1951. I can still remember how smooth the flight was. The engines were just humming.

[@friendlypiranha774]

I flew in a DC-3 back in 1983. The only way I can describe it is that it was like getting into a Bentley.

[@18robsmith]

I'd love to have a lesson Joe, wouldn't matter what plane, just having a lesson with him

[@danielfenster1833]

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing content! I am a lifetime fan of the DC-3 and this personal experience working with them is a great combination. And very well produced Mikey!

[@sixtoes2313]

Mikey. Save these for your Grandchildren. Then show them when they are old enough to understand.

[@paxwallacejazz]

Now that's a plane I love that old girl.

[@Turbo45]

great job guys !! super interesting, great sound, leaving us on the edge of our seats at the end of each episode!

[@johnbruckner4681]

Love this program. Can't wait to watch the next one. THANKS

[@AdrianJayeOnline]

LOOK this is easy I know how to do that, I've seen "flight of the pheonix"

[@kurtboginski507]

Another great one Mickey! Very well done. Educational with the "GREAT MASTER" at the controls.

[@williamkurtb]

My Dad would take us kids to Midway Airport to watch the old Recips fire up I loved the sounds of the starter, then the exhaust note and the smoke I remember him explaining about the lower cylinders having oil drain down which is why the smoke on startup. He was not a pilot but he loved all things Mechanical. So we got to see Planes, Ships, Tugboats, steam Engines, Dozers, he was like Joe when it came to driving trucks before diesels had taken over.

[@kevina8172]

My first plane ride was a DC 3 out of South bend, to bad Daily dug up Midway

[@richzahnle8198]

@@kevina8172 Meigs field is gone, not Midway

[@chuckswinden1635]

This man along with his aircraft are a national hermitage, he deserves the recognition and respect of aviations finest, thank you Joe. My son had the privilege some years back of visiting Buffalo airways, even brought back an awesome souvenir.

[@bugbloke1975]

Mikey, you're knocking it out of the park with the fantastic production on these!! 🤩 Can't explain how engrossing your films are to someone who'll never sit up front and fly in a DC3. I'm totally mesmerised by these birds, your dad and just in awe of what your family achives on a daily basis. Following DTD last year, bought me a whole new perspective on WW2, the people who fought and flew in it and the huge roll the DC3 played in it and I have soley you to thank for that eye opening awakening.🙏 Love what you do, keep it up, your making valuable history! 😊👍

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Thanks for the insightful comment bud. It’s people like yourself that make all this worth it Bud!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@kennethhuff7158]

Use to watch the old props start up on the flight line when I was in the USAF, love the old T-28 start up, so much smoke.

[@Doughboy842]

Such a delightful plane. Thank you for this vid. I learned more on how a DC3 starts now.

[@dano4572]

that was the fastest 6 minutes and 31 seconds in my life! and I enjoyed every second of it!!

[@seekgodfirst1605]

Awesome pilot, great video! Such a test to see a pro at work like this. Thank you for the video

[@davidhays7749]

I can't even begin to tell you how much I enjoy these videos, they have an atmosphere I love.

[@StevieOnHisBike]

Excellent! My dad was a RAF engine machanic on DC-3s during WW2 - by a long way his favourite (of the aeroplanes he worked on). It's great to see and hear some of the things that would have been so familiar to him. Just wished he was still around to watch this!

[@bgumbleton]

Still have my Buffalo Airways tee shirt that I bought in Edmonton at the Airplane Museum! Always loved watching the series!!

[@ScrotusXL]

Mikey, you’re dad is a wonderful caring human being and seeing him here not balling out people and bring a massive grump, shows him in his true light. Nuff respect bro👍😊

[@dhalz4152]

This video is beautiful in a bunch of ways. Kudos to Joe for keeping them alive, kudos to you for telling us about it.

[@valtradrivern111]

Wow Mikey!! What an amazing video! Can’t wait for the next instalment. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@joerosier6059]

I love this Mikey!! Thanks to you and your Dad for doing this!!!

[@stevestar657]

Really enjoyed this video! My father-in-law was a pilot in the army, and he flew DHC-4 Caribou's. When he got out, he began flying DC-3's for a private company in the mid 60's, they were always his love! Glad I found this!

[@hbykv]

DC-3 is the perfect aircraft for flight training. I started on the DC-3 in 1967 and then flew airliners for 34 years. DC-9, DC-8, A310, B747 and MD11. It was always a pleasure.

[@Glenn08CRF]

Very cool! Thanks Mikey, watching from Southwestern Ontario and I watched all the IPNWT episodes. I really like watching Dad as he reminds me a lot of my Dad, my Dad was the Joe McBryan of the construction industry down here and that kind of experience you don't see often. I have to mention Arnie Schrader too. Legends, absolute legend! Watch the PBS special with the DC4 and the bouncing dam Buster bomb. Lancs brought them in...but you guys did it with the '4! LoL I love explaining that mission to people and how important it was and for you guys to take that on with Nova was awesome. It's History!!!

[@Brendengs84]

Loving the HD footage mate, it makes a huge difference to the experience.

[@pete5534]

Concise run through of procedures - easy to follow. It’s a real dance getting that aircraft airborne and you clearly don’t want to be stepping on any toes. Mad respect for knowing how to keep that plane going.

[@GazT4R]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. I will likely never fly myself, let alone war bird but watching this was amazing.

[@stevenbeaucaire1161]

Well done Mickey. Being from Ottawa , now living in Maine, these videos make me miss Canada. Keep up the. Great work.

[@asirisandaruwan837]

It’s Great 😊 I love ❤️ so much from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@andrewweninger1059]

My grandfather used to hangout with Joe back in the day. In fact I flew in one of Joes DC-3’s in the late 80’s.

[@paulevans3261]

I thank You, Mikey for these vids!!!! LOVE this plane!

[@angusmcgherkinsquirt]

Fantastic. Thanks for the detail. Looking forward to the next one.

[@jamie1707]

Wow! So very interesting! I never knew starting radial engines was so complex. Thanks for this lesson!

[@raymondvandorpe2768]

Mickey, I've been waiting for you to do a series of videos just like this. Thanks for all the work it must have taken you to do this! You're getting better and better all the time. Again, THANKS!

[@MikeyMcBryan]

Raymond Van Dorpe Thanks Raymond!

[@charlesbartholomew2910]

I love watching you guys...fascinating! Thank you for sharing. I look forward to more. :-)

[@markhayes100]

Thanks Mikey, these are great videos. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@coldisle]

Yer old man is a true treasure Mikey…one of a kind, and his complete authenticity always shines through. Another great video. Flying the DC3 in MSFS is as close as some of us will ever get. My dad spent a lot of time riding on DC3s in the service (1940’s)and the pictures are priceless. Thanks Mikey!!

[@richardfuller2326]

Joe is one of my heroes! Thanks for keeping a part of history flying.

[@johnmoss8230]

A masterpiece awesome video Mike thank you and great idea with the master class series always great to see Joe . 👍👍✈✈

[@colgoochthemarine]

Joe is nothing short of an Aviation living legend for his dedication to keeping these beautiful aircraft flying.

[@TachiTekmo]

I love Joe, he reminds me of *exactly* how my grandfather explained things to me! Taught me everything i know as a machinist! And man, he loves that old bird! ❤

[@MasboyRC]

This is so classic and legendary airplane, thanks for sharing

[@hugooc]

Wonderfully shot! I look forward to watching the complete series.