The Most Dangerous Airport in the World Has Nothing on This Place

[@mattbrown817]

I wanted to say thank you, I've been battling a chronic illness for a long time and as of lately it's been worse. When I run into something like this I get to feel that joy again for just a short time and this is my first content which means I get to check out ALL the videos. You Sir are a very good pilot. God bless and safe flights.

[@HiThere-qr4jz]

May you be healed and have perfect peace.❤

[@DavidWhiteAltJazz]

Always impressed at your discipline with checklists, no matter how short the flight or familiar the mission. You don't take shortcuts. There are many lessons for all of us in every one of your videos. Thank you.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

I wasn't always keen on checklists til I saw the value in them

[@DavidWhiteAltJazz]

@@MissionaryBushPilot Wow. Hard to believe.

[@lowellgalambos3346]

Wow! That’s a challenging one! Well done.👍🏼

[@EinkOLED]

His life depends on it.

[@realulli]

@@MissionaryBushPilot Did you talk to doctors who told you about the Checklist Manifesto, then read it? 🙂

[@steve2736]

You’re not a good pilot. You’re a FANTASTIC pilot! Your ADM and skill level are superb. You’re doing what you love and it really shows. That type of landing situation really separates the men from the boys.

[@wilsonpickett3881]

And his use of checklists is spot on

[@brianblauvelt3142]

Wow. Great job. Better you than I!

[@MG-pv4uq]

That type of landing situation separates the Men from the Women

[@ricardorabello2459]

Averdade foi revelada abraço Ricardo juiz de fora Brasil

[@ricardorabello2459]

​@@MG-pv4uqconcordo plenamente abraço Ricardo

[@AlaskaRog]

Me: A recently retired pilot with many thousands of hours of Alaska bush, corporate, and international airline experience. It’s interesting to watch your videos. I like the way that you professionally deal with adverse runway conditions and weather conditions. When I was doing that kind of stuff it was without modern technology like GPS and terrain warning systems. The newer technology is great! You do a very nice job and I hope your career goes in the direction you desire. Your professionalism will carry you far. Cheers, Rog

[@tendaikaisi1399]

for some reason im scared of flying

[@KenBenard-y6l]

❤

[@chasjones5442]

@@tendaikaisi1399Growing up, I was so afraid of boarding an aircraft that it never occurred to me that someday it would happen, that is until I enlisted in the U.S. Armed Forces and was informed by my superiors that I along with other soldiers would be flying to Brooklyn Naval Yard in New York for an (8) day trip aboard a Naval Troop Ship to Germany for permanent duty assignment. Once we arrived at the airport, it is difficult to describe how scared I was to board that Braniff airplane, my very first flight at age 18. The NCO in charge ordered me to “get on the airplane and do it NOW!!” With all the mental and emotional strength I could muster standing on that tarmac, getting aboard was one of the most difficult-things I ever did in my young life. Since that time, boarding an aircraft became much, much easier so much so that I don’t think about it twice when I have to fly, in fact, I always look forward to flying when I have to…flying for me now has become thrilling and exciting!

[@Sbs_grahh]

You like to brag about your self dont you?

[@peterbutcher4848]

I chatted with a PNG bush pilot years ago and he related the story of flying into these bush strips, the wind sock would be hanging down but there were crosswinds. The locals worked out that if the weather sock was horizontal and flapping about the aircraft wouldnt land. The locals were chucking a rocks into the windsock to sort that out.

[@c0ldc0ne]

Ouch...

[@mordie31]

This made me think of the cargo cult thing for some reason. Amazing really ..

[@hornetpilot1817]

Haha You gotta do what you gotta do if the air is your only lifeline to outside help

[@noahschmartz2354]

@@hornetpilot1817 ur a bright spark.

[@hornetpilot1817]

@@noahschmartz2354 *you're

[@joserkomor6028]

I lost 2 bush pilot friends over the years from across the border on the Indonesian side. Flying into or through the islands backbone is always a challenge. Thank you for what you do!

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

I am sorry you lost your friends. May they rest in peace.

[@peppino1961]

It was amazing to see how many things this pilot has to deal with in order to safely land the plane. What seems like a simple flight is, in reality very difficult. So much respect for these pilots and their skill set.

[@Tom-ym7bm]

Respect ✊ Fact is those twelve minutes seem like four or five

[@butterphli3z]

People who take professions like this for granted and think it's all "simple" are simple people.

[@Melzizzo]

Loved going on this quick trip with you ! Thanks for sharing , it is true that you are so professional and amazing at what you love to do ! Blessings ride with you 💙

[@johnmaradangoi8740]

Thanks for the flight, I enjoyed it

[@kevinoneill3180]

You’re one of the best pilots I’ve ever seen. I’m an IFR rated pilot for 30 years. I had sweaty palms watching that. You’re awesome

[@lynskyrd]

wow - you basically landed in mud... and on an incline. Absolute respect.

[@alantorrance6153]

As an ex-pilot, not experienced in such extreme strips, I am mightily impressed. Happy Flying. Remember, every landing you walk away from is a good landing.

[@jimjulieduckham975]

...and if you can use the ac again - its a great landing!!

[@davey6693]

Your last moment instincts (skills) to match the slope and add the flare are crazy good and so consistent around the airfields. Great stuff Ryan.

[@Chucky90tt1]

Ryan, the narrative of your process during the flight is outstanding. I have adopted this myself. Cheers!

[@truthbomb4775]

The editing with the overlays is awesome. Great job all around.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad you like them!

[@calvinlindberg6567]

Good morning. Just found your channel! I was in PNG in 1992 with (then NTM). We were located primarily at the May River airstrip working with Summit the short term missions organization of NTM. Great content! Loved the video.

[@Jetjockey69]

Hey bro- I’ve been a faithful follower of yours from the beginning- I’m an Airline pilot with over 23 years of combined flight experience- your flying, editing and narration are ALWAYS top notch! You know our “ pilot mantra “ is you never stop learning , I can honestly say every single video I’ve watched of yours- I ALWAYS LEARN SOMETHING NEW!!!!!! If I ever made it over in your area I’d love to share some flying with you- I can’t tell you enough how I truly enjoy and appreciate seeing your videos/ vlogs post- my hat goes off to you my friend and thank you for representing all of us pilots in a truly informative and extremely inspiring way only you can! Keep up the “ AMAZING WORK “ you do and I pray each of your flights for many more years end in a safe ( maybe not typical) lol but safe landing! YOURE AN INSPIRATION!!!

[@giovannipallavicini1781]

Excellent example of a nerve wrecking landing! Great handling!

[@b43xoit]

Wracking.

[@giovannipallavicini1781]

@@b43xoit Thank you!

[@Moluccan56]

@@giovannipallavicini1781possibly wracked and wrecked at the same time!

[@sergeantairborne]

I found your channel after landing at this place (or somewhere similar) in MSFS VR. I wanted to see who would be crazy enough to do it in real life! You are super professional and skilled and I extend my highest respect!

[@bdshort]

I think this channel is why so many people were excited about the release of the Kodiak from SWS on MSFS.

[@donalddehaven3229]

I purchased the “above the treetops”album and it is wonderful. You are an amazing pilot and we pray for you and your family. You have my utmost respect for the missionary work you do.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thank you so much!

[@artswri]

Great flight, great presentation! Your consistency in flying and video production is stunning. Really (really!) appreciate your narrations, learning lots from them. Thanks loads!!

[@MathewKomabo-hj1mt]

Aiba is in my Salt Nomane Karimui District of Simbu Province, where an American Baptist Missionary Serves our rural people. Seeing you goind to Aibai always gives me goosebumps. Thank you always Ryan. You are our Flying Angel.

[@handsome-Tom]

Excellent job. As a fellow professional pilot, ex-military and now airline pilot, I have to applaud you for your knowledge and skills. This was a very testing flight which would take a long time to get to this high level of proficiency. Your continuous commentary shows us how much spare capacity you have! You made a very challenging approach to an airfield, surroundied with dangers, look straightforward and easy! Great video! 👍👍👍

[@richardlewis5316]

I have watched many aircraft take off and landings where there are a Captain and 1st Officer and often a flight engineer. I know a 380 is bigger but so is the airport and assistance from the tower. Amazing that you flew between mountains to land on an earth strip and you were Captain and crew on your own!! Real World flying!!

[@lw216316]

Nice landing captain. The camera view was excellent to show your landing technique. I am a remote control airplane instructor. Our 400 foot runway is in a bowl surrounded by ridges, woods and a rivine. There is a wind sock on a pole about 15 - 20 feet up. When I first began flying there I noticed that sometimes the wind at ground level was different and sometimes opposite of the wind sock indication. So I installed a ground level wind sock. Even then sometimes the wind is different at various points on the runway. We now have 4 wind socks along the runway. It is not unusual to take off one direction then land the opposite direction after a 5-10 minute flight. May your skies be blue and your wind calm.

[@CFITOMAHAWK2]

Good to see you using Taxi Flaps to give you some lift in dirt strips. I learned that in 1995 from a Bush Pilot CFI.

[@kingfisch]

Gorgeous flight. Definitely a bit of a nail biter. Again, your skills and experience are amazing. Your explanation of everything you do as you’re flying is not only informative but good practice. 🙏

[@mikebarnett1908]

Ryan you are an awesome pilot and you do a great job with these videos. I pray for you everyday.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

I appreciate that!

[@brucelevy]

That was educational, exciting, beautiful, and uplifting. Great flying with you!

[@mikemorgan8895]

Been flying the Kodiak on msfs and have been watching your vids for over a year. Love the content. Will be signing up for your flight sim course soon.

[@LK-nc7wp]

Spectacular!!! Am a private pilot with limited experience and your meticulous approach to flying is inspirational.Thank you!

[@tripacer8259]

I have a private and could NEVER imagine landing there!! haha

[@chrisknight3071]

Thank you so much..from British Columbia Canada...God Bless you and your family--- Merry Christmas!

[@steppie6422]

Wow..randomly happened upon this video and as a long time airline pilot and 777 check airman I have got to say this was incredibly impressive. Great job with planning your trip, procedures, your plan B, everything. Not to mention the video quality overall. I fly over or near PNG frequently and I always mention to my crews how I have heard the flying there is very demanding..your video shows that in spades! Keep up the good work, looking forward to watching more of your adventures 🤙

[@davidschuur4208]

Love your channel Ryan and will check out Patron. Been watching even in the Kit Fox videos too. Just had back surgery this morning and as a 46 yr current CFI with Lotsa tailwheel instruction, really enjoy Cockpit time while I'm recovering for 8 weeks. We've supported a MAF pilot for 10 years and need to support you! Richest Blessings for 2024. 🙏😊

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad to hear my videos are bringing you something to pass the time

[@davidschuur4208]

Not just passing the time but enjoying excellent Quality videos. Thanks again Ryan. 😎

[@shammanas9332]

Your videos are getting better and better. From the edits to camera count/views, your chanel is really establishing itself as an aviation go-to for many. Keep it up 👍🏻

[@JDRichard]

Great landing and keep looking at that little checklist you have up on your Console. Very impressed with a Landing in your flare at the last minute.

[@mr2gti]

PNG looks utterly stunning! What a job!

[@timothya2742]

I appreciate taking this flight with you

[@Tito_nsnv_]

Let me tell you this videos are inspiring for me to keep pushing myself forward to get better for my private pilot license..be safe God bless 🙏🏽👍🏽🫡

[@JoeyBlogs007]

The scenery out there is absolutely amazing.

[@douglachman7330]

As a know nothing observer i find this an excellent video to try and understand your experiences. Well done, you know your stuff.

[@manuelpagan8212]

Did anyone else say "daaaaaaaamn" after he touched down!... wow, crazy skills brother!

[@NivenRowe]

What an incredibly perfect landing. I was on my toes watching you,however, I had no doubts.

[@justincase5272]

"I'm waiting on the weather..." Sounds like a perennial problem in that regions! Same was true for me flying C-130s in North Carolina and Arkansas.

[@triggerpointtechnology]

Ever heard of Tunnel Meadows? It was one of three bush strips (Monache Meadows and Templeton Meadows) on the high meadows of Mt. Whitney. Tunnel Meadows sits at 9,200 feet and is a whopping 1,200 feet long. Oh, and it has one approach because the East end is butted up against a steep hill so one way in, and the opposite way out. Bob White, famously flew into and out of Tunnel Meadows after it was closed due to the area being classified as a wilderness area which allows no vehicular traffic, even aircraft. But, he was grandfathered in and took many groups in and out in his Cessna 185 turbocharged STOL aircraft until his death ceased all operations there, except for . . . My turbo Twin Comanche STOL was able to get in and out quite nicely. California Golden Trout swim in the tiny creeks there and are exquisite eating. Last time there I found a little tag affixed to my door, telling me I had violated wilderness regulations and had to appear in front of a Federal Magistrate in Lone Pine. So, I did. As I was standing in front of the judge, he asked me if I plead guilty to landing in a designated wilderness area. I said I was guilty with an explanation. The judge stopped writing his judgment and looked up at me. “Explanation?” “Let’s hear it”. I said that the airstrip I landed on was “Xed” out but the lime used to make the X had deteriorated so it wasn’t visible, and I was using an old chart that still designated Tunnel Meadows as a viable airstrip. The judge said “Airstrip??” “There’s nothing about an airstrip in here”, referring to the citation written up by the Ranger. “Case Dismissed!” Feeling fairly cocky (since I had planned this “explanation” all along if I got caught) I walked towards the exit of the courtroom when the bailiff at the door said “wow, that was close”. I asked him what he meant. He said “minimum penalty for landing a plane in a designated wilderness preserve is $250,000.00” I damn near fainted.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

wow, you got out of that by the skin of your teeth

[@triggerpointtechnology]

Amen brother

[@Richsiee]

Wow! I replayed the landing several times and I can’t get enough of it. You are a great pilot Ryan! And the Kodiak is a real work horse! Keep it up!

[@mikebarnett1908]

Yes I replayed it several times as well ,watching the flare at the last second..

[@iang.8601]

Ryan, Great flight from Goroka to Aibai. It's good to see in the comments that your videos & narrations are helping so many people & making them aware of the real P.N.G. Thanks again Ryan &thanks for the ride , stay safe.

[@StephenBauerHomestead]

My parents were missionaries for 30+ years. I remember one of my dad's collogues telling me about a time when he landed at night with no runway lights. Everyone lined their cars up with their headlights on so he could see where to crash...I mean land the airplane. . I can't imagine those kinds of stressors. Great video.

[@bando404]

It’s been a minute since I watched any of your videos but now this one caught my eye. Happy to see you’re so consistently excellent, both in your flying and in your content production. Probably a frequently asked question: with these challenges in the geographical conditions, what’s the main reason for using fixed wing and not helicopters in your operations? I’m guessing it’s operating costs - aircraft prices, fuel, maintenance and such?

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

we actually use both, but the Kodiak can carry more weight for a cheaper cost to locations that do have airstrips

[@highpointsights]

Upon exiting the US air force I took flying lesson from Sammy Mason who had just retired as Lockheeds chief engineering test pilot in the early 70s With a mere 22000 hours. He'd flown the rigid rotor helo inverted. He said he was NOT hanging from the straps, but defineite He said you are going to be good. I enjoyed it. But i knew it was a job for detail oriented people i'm more into big the big picture. You just showed me I made a good decision in not pursuing that line of work!!!

[@kevinknight470]

Only in PNG, great job, Salute to You Captain. God bless. 😃

[@masembach]

I love all of the technical aspects you added to the video. Interesting to see all of the gauges and your explanations of what was happening was cool. Great video

[@nevianarashkova3449]

Great flight! Thank you for sharing! I received my coffee table book before Christmas and it's beautiful and just the right format, including the text. I was a little surprised you didn't include airstrips close to the sea, where the views are awesome. I suppose because they are not so challenging 😊

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Kandrian doesn't allow me to fly my drone there and the others ones I just didn't have any photos of them. Maybe in the future I will give a revision to this book with more places.

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

I am amazed by how calm and confident you are. I think there a lot of good pilots out there but few great ones, like you clearly are. Great video.

[@charlesdaugherty492]

I’ve spent 38 years flying for a living. All I can say is well done!

[@rosesingadan512]

Very impressive... God Bless you. May you continue to fly happily over those mountains doing what you do..

[@simonbole-brown1295]

Thanks Ryan, you made a difficult landing look easy. Just received your book, it is great. Loved your photos and the descriptions . As always, safe flying. Happy New Year.

[@thomasjoseph6007]

Absolutely remarkable takeoff and perfect touchdown. Beautiful aerial view. Lovely video. Thank you. Happy and safe landings.

[@wisdomSP]

That's friggin' amazing. This is one of the challenges on MSFS. Could not imagine doing it IRL.

[@jimsmith3971]

From Leicestershire in the UK we love your videos. You're an intelligent pilot.

[@olddog103]

OUTSTANDING CAPTAIN,THIS OLD SAR CREWMAN WOULD FLY RIGHT SEAT ANYWHERE WITH YOU

[@offshoretinker]

Crumbs - I fly microlights but the terrifying ground you cover so expertly leaves me breathless!

[@scottlewisparsons9551]

Thank you Ryan for another…what? Having trouble finding the words! Well, another video from an expert pilot who operates in extreme conditions who as well as showing us his flying skills provides amazing videos as well. I haven’t watched one of your videos for awhile and this popped up. Keep doing the check lists! And “keep the blue side up” to quote Kelsey on 74 Gear! Seriously, thanks again for another wonderful video from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks again!

[@octopuliander6291]

The best flying and piloting content bar none...Marvelous to watch

[@luigiluigi2098]

Engine being slow to start sounds concerning 😮 hope you get that checked out asap. Amazing location and what a landing 🎉

[@walterfrog2840]

Great skill , well done

[@ambassadorlight3146]

That was a fast landing😳Nicely done!😊

[@DragerPilot]

Amazing stuff. I am a,ways impressed by the thorough preparation and “by the book” flying you do. So, add that to amazing skills (not to mention bravery), and I am not only impressed; but ashamed of my inadequacies when I think of my own flying years ago.

[@hahaadventures4838]

Love watching you fly! Flew into several small villages in Mexico over the years. Lots of similarities other than the green 😂 Mules, dogs, chickens and horses on the runway are sketch 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@andrewburnett1509]

My father flew in PNG many years ago. He was glad for the experience and glad to get out of there. He was good! My mother said that of his flying skills after they divorced

[@flare242]

I tried to land there, inspired by this channel. This bush strip isn't even an actual airstrip in MSFS (or at least it wasn't about a year ago when i tried). I had to find it on google earth, get the coords, then create custom waypoint, and just try to find the place from the air. What's great about MSFS is that the virtual landscape is close enough to the real thing, that the airstrip is actually there, even though it isn't marked as an airport/place where you can land. So i picked a small GA plane and flew from Mt.Hagen airport. I don't recommend a plane with trike gear. Use a taildragger instead. There were some clouds at the destination, so it took me a while to actually identify the exact location of the airstrip (when i arrived, it was completely covered with a cloud), but eventually the cloud went away and i found it. I landed, but i landed too long and it took me quite a while to stop. And when i finally got to full stop, the plane flipped over on its tail, thanks to the slope. It was an interesting experience from start to finish. From trying to find the place on google earth to finding it in the sim, and actually flying there.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

I have it available to download on my patreon page

[@flare242]

@@MissionaryBushPilot Pls, what is the tier necessary to be able to download it?

[@MidnightCamomile]

Amazing pilot! Lots of hours for sure, especially in the backcountry. You’re a Lucky guy!

[@ericc8737]

You amaze me sir! I’m so grateful I get to live your flights with you! My dreams of a life as a pilot were side tracked. Who ever you have taught to fly are the luckiest pilots flying! I’m impressed and proud of you. 👍😎🙏🏼

[@Neville-bw6wy]

Thank you for putting PNG on the world map in some of the most dangerous terrain locations on the planet. You are so wonderful and marvelous pilot. Keep doing the good job. God bless you and your family richly in His own special ways.

[@DavidLowry-wdlowry]

Always thankful to see your videos at Aibai. Seeing these videos makes family seem just a little closer. I'm also glad to see Aibai got the "most dangerous" title after it lost "most stressful" last year.😃

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

It's always something with Aibai, either the winds or the clouds to have to deal with

[@lydiaohara7202]

Wow, you are just a phenomenal pilot, love your energy.👏👏👏

[@malahammer]

"NTE you are cleared climb to 6,200 for a straight in approach" 🤣🤓😛It's a different world in PNG :)

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

I did a full pattern, it just must not have been obvious

[@sespikouse4999]

Great Airmanship Ryan, I remember meeting you at Madang flight service but do work up in the Tower, now retired.

[@aurorealis3249]

God Bless You Sir! Amazing video, narration and superb aviation skills.

[@MrButuz]

Wow I aint a pilot but that vertical slope was coming up real quick! Great video.

[@Joe-mo5io]

Beautiful country and great skillset. Reminds me of landings in the Snake River area of Idaho...10% slopes, committed to land at several mile final etc. Enjoyed your flight, Thanks for posting.

[@ronhatcher7734]

perfect landing

[@tickcreekranch]

Awesome content and really nice editing! Thanks

[@tomarmstrong1281]

Loved that, a little squeak from the Stall Warner and then touch down. Sweet.

[@66lwmorgan]

One of the most detailed landings I've seen from one of the best pilots I've seen. The camera's you use are crystal clear, nice job Captain.

[@daveharling]

This totally made me miss mission field flying! Thank you for sharing.

[@johnlindsay3820]

The definition of professional. Respect.

[@dathyr1]

Thanks for showing us the short flight and landing on this dangerous short landing strip in the mountainous area. I think I have seen a couple other videos of landings to this remote airport. Thanks and take care.

[@savvasperisanidis]

Captain, I just saw this surfing KZbin for fascinating human endeavours, and your video came up. Amazing. I drive a small vehicle because I can't drive a big car properly. No sense of spatial distance, height of car, etc. So I drive a gutless little car. Can u imagine how impressed I am at your courage, ur control. I absolutely am in awe at how u did this, so effortlessly. Ur attention to detail, the ability to understand and read the dashboard itself wow. Absolutely brilliant.

[@HiThere-qr4jz]

Love your professionalism.

[@lannyheslop2170]

Great flight

[@mackmoulin]

Great stuff. Thanks for that. You are definitely doing the right job, and loving it!

[@lawipac]

I was inspired by the radio calls and the gadgets you used. I can genuinely feel your love for piloting. In addition, cool GoPro setup

[@Dynamic_Flyer]

Touched down right on the stall warner! Superb handling skills.

[@DylanJones94]

First time viewer, loved watching you in your element! This flight was super impressive and I will definitely check out some more of your videos! My only criticism is that your logo is a blatant copy of the all trails logo, just mirrored.

[@Kikiyayazengardens]

Thank you. Very exciting video. Regards from Cambodia.

[@JohnMoore-xf5wy]

Flew Hercs into Moro when it was brand new. Fun times. Fly safe.

[@kennethperian4370]

Great job landing Ryan, and thank’s for showing and telling. Be safe see ya next time see ya bye.

[@jerryrivera4298]

What an amazing pilot and personality. This makes airliners look boring. 🙌🏼

[@limpanskok]

Hallo from Sweden ..... Maybe a stupid question but what is that little box on the dashboard? feels like it is not original to the aircraft....... 10:20 .... There I got the answer

[@WingZeroType]

Holy crap that wing-shot of the landing showed just how little margin you had on either end, you really need to be bang-on with this. It's mighty impressive.

[@joentexas]

Been a while since I've watched. I remember Aibai from before you went back to the states. It's still a heart pounder watching you do it from my desk. I like the sped-up return at the end. Gonna have to start watching again. Good stuff, Thanks.