Mom gets her first WAWA hoagie via AIRMAIL!

[@spend989]

You’ve come a long way my brother. Thanks for continuing to be an inspiration to us all.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for saying that. And thank you for the amazing support. I’ve been able to continue my journey because of support from folks like you. Take care, enjoy the holiday weekend!

[@emellina1]

Great work my friend!! You’re radio and writing down the frequencies are just fine - especially since you’re doing 5 things at once. The landing was perfect too. Hope you and mom had a nice lunch. Be well, fly safe.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I still feel more comfortable riding down the frequencies. I’ve noticed others who were able to punch them right in as they’re being read off. I’m just not that quick yet. And yeah, it was great seeing my mom. Plus, she really enjoyed the hoagie! Be well!

[@nathanwildthorn6919]

Wheeeeeeee! What a ride! 😊 Niiiiice landing, Russ! 👌

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother Nathan! It definitely was a great ride indeed. Plus I got to visit my mom, which is a huge plus. Take care!

[@nathanwildthorn6919]

@RusscanFLY I thought that your flying all that way visit Mom was such a wonderful way to show her how much her baby loves her. And you brought her a sammich! ❤️ 😃

[@RusscanFLY]

@@nathanwildthorn6919 no doubt! My mom has been amazing, so it’s just a small gesture. I can do to show her how much I appreciate her love for me. Take care!

[@ChristopherYounger]

As my 235 is still grounded (annual), I'm living vicariously through you, Russ. :)

[@RusscanFLY]

Oh wow! Oh, you’re definitely welcome into the cockpit! How long have you been down for annual?

[@ChristopherYounger]

@@RusscanFLY been down for a year ($$$). That's the other fun part of ownership. It's okay though, I still get in the cockpit with the Civil Air Patrol to keep my skills up.

[@RusscanFLY]

@@ChristopherYounger gotcha! I know I have to go into annual October. I’m praying I won’t be down that long! I guess I’d have to go back to little Sammy!

[@cincinnatusjeffery]

Another great video. Only one thing missing... You need to show us the food and tells us what you think! The food is always a key part of the trip! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@RusscanFLY]

I agree! I probably should’ve showed my hoagie, but I didn’t wanna show Mom‘s, she’s more of a private person. I didn’t want to invade her privacy. But typically I do show the food. Take care!

[@MontCoRealtor]

I've got my adventure flight scheduled with D-Town next week! You have been such an inspiration to me to finally just go for it. I honestly don't know that I would have actually done it had it not been for your channel and your videos as well as the consistent responses and info you have provided me. Thanks Russ. Ill let you know how it goes!

[@RusscanFLY]

Man, you don’t know how excited I am for you! I remember being right where you are, combination of excited, nervous, and slightly terrified! It’s gonna be such an awesome ride! I’m glad to be a part of it. Take care, and enjoy the journey!

[@KnowledgeNuggets-Togo]

Man you’re the Man Bro, keep these coming with the full ATC chatters it’s hella nice. Also you use Garmin Pilot or ForeFlight ?

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I tried to keep all of that ATC stuff in. I use ForeFlight, but I did use Garmin pilot at the beginning. Both of them are excellent platforms.

[@Timemachine429]

GOD BLESS YOU UNCLE RUSS 🙏

[@RusscanFLY]

God bless you as well!

[@shawnbrown7909]

That was so sweet.

[@Parr4theCourse]

Congratulations on the subs, you’re killing it!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother! Coming up on my five year anniversary!

[@solarpoweredafricanvegansp178]

Watching your vids is so inspiring!!! Cannot wait until I get my license 🪪! Edit: man I loved that landing 🛬 too!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for letting me know that you find them inspiring. That’s one of my main goals of producing videos for this channel. Also, I’m so excited for your aviation journey. Keep me posted on your progress! Fly well!

[@wandiletembe]

Beautiful video brother. Thanks. Praise God. 🇿🇦

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother! God bless you!

[@goontube74]

AWESOME Flight following video Russ! I loved it! Hope you brought mama a classic with some chips to go in it Heathcliff Huxtable style.😂😂😂Enjoy!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, she loved it. And I definitely jumped on mine with reckless abandon! Peace!

[@dwykejack1279]

You’re doing great mate👍 keep up the good work, came across your channel by accident and I love it love from London 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you for my across the pond Support! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment all the way from London! Definitely a place I’d like to visit one day! Take care, and thank you for supporting the journey!

[@friskytwox]

I saw someone mentioned a flight to Jamaica would be nice, but Russ, Canada is right next door. That would make a nice series for the channel, god willing.

[@RusscanFLY]

It’s funny that you mentioned that! Brandon, the brother who helped me do my oil change told me about flying to Toronto. I told him I definitely want to make that happen. We’ve already figured out how to get our planes registered, and all that good stuff. Oh Canada!🇨🇦

[@friskytwox]

@@RusscanFLY ah that's good to know. You might wanna start the decal process ASAP because it takes a couple of weeks. A week and a half ago, my friend did his FCC radio restricted license and it only took 2 days and $35. It doesn't expire.

[@RusscanFLY]

@@friskytwox definitely good to know!

[@sheilasembly-crum8447]

This flight was SO much fun! I truly enjoy learning more about GA flying through your journeys. Sending you continuous blessings for safe travels.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the flights. I certainly enjoyed them as well. I love this flight, because I got to go home to see my mom! She really enjoyed the sandwiches as well. Anyway, be well!

[@randyteeme6936]

Man , it doesn’t get any better than that. God bless you bro.

[@RusscanFLY]

I completely agree! Such a tremendous blessing for sure. Take care, and God bless you as well!

[@breadyblox2263]

A flight to Jamaica would be really nice!

[@RusscanFLY]

True indeed! Good Lord, willing, I will make that happen one day!

[@breadyblox2263]

@@RusscanFLYThanks Russ! I’m here for it! 800 more till we’re at 10k subs 😀

[@shawnbrown7909]

Love it.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!!!

[@DavZZee]

So tell us what kinda speed did you get on the way home? That was a great flight to visit with your Mom. Hugs and happiness!

[@RusscanFLY]

They were definitely incredible for sure. I’m hoping there’s enough footage that I can use to show the flight back. Sometimes the cars get full before I can really show a complete flight. But we were cooking on the way back for sure.

[@johnniewilliams4741]

Just awesome Russ. I like that you hand flew on the way there. Have you started IFR training since passing your written?

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, I wanted to make sure that I still keep my stick and rudder scale sharp. I haven’t started my instrument yet, because my annual is coming up. I figured, let me get on the other side of this annual, and then I’ll make it happen. Enjoy the holiday weekend!

[@lordflyquad4721]

I really enjoy all your videos Russ. I'm not a pilot, but have worked on the IT side (FAA systems) for 40+ years. Really admire your progress and your lack of ego. I'm going thru a bit of a rough patch personally right now, this video gave me a nice mental respite. Was the crew car really electric? Or just a hybrid perhaps?

[@RusscanFLY]

First, thank you for all of your support. It really means a lot to me. Second, I’m sorry to hear you’re going through a rough patch. I’ll definitely be praying for you, that the good Lord address whatever it is. Just know that He is with you through all of it. Lastly, it was a straight up electric car, believe it or not. I was absolutely shocked! Anyway, be well!

[@joshlafave6022]

very well done Russ! Have a good Holiday weekend, jealous im not flying till next week. Keep these coming great content.

[@RusscanFLY]

You do the same! And I hope you get lots of flying in next week. Be safe!

[@malikismail9725]

Awesome 👏🏾 brother, new adventures in Charlie. My wife loves the lunch in Connecticut video by the way 💯

[@RusscanFLY]

Thanks a lot brother Malik! Yeah, definitely happy so many new adventures. Tell your wife I said thank you! Definitely one of my favorite flights as well. Take care!

[@malikismail9725]

@@RusscanFLY I definitely will 👍🏾🙏🏾💯

[@Skiddadlin_]

You should fly down to Greenville downtown SC Russ! (GMU) my flight school is based there so I’m always over there. Plus, there’s a mini golf course and a restaurant lol

[@RusscanFLY]

I’m definitely gonna have to check that out! Mini golf course and food!?!? Yeah, that’s a must do. If I head down that way, I’ll definitely let you know. Take care, and fly well!

[@berniebrown9115]

Coming up to 10000 subscibers

[@RusscanFLY]

Definitely exciting!

[@MichaelCarterShow]

Interesting yet hilarious title🤣 Those hoagies are actually pretty gud. I'm sure she enjoyed it being her very 1st time having one. Perhaps next time treat her out to a Philly cheese steak or Rita's Italian Water Ice. God bless y'all. Enjoy your holiday weekend FAMLAY. #salute my gud brotha!!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, she really liked it! More importantly, she was just glad to see me and have lunch with me. I was excited to have lunch with her as well. Best thing about aviation, has being able to go home to Pittsburgh and then not be a really big deal. Take care!

[@MichaelCarterShow]

I've also noticed that this is ur 2nd airmail flight where u last time delivered tha t-shirt to brotha Rick in exchange for a hoagie too🤣

[@BlueSideUp77]

ATC trainee... I'm still writing down some of my phraseology/practice down here ;)

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you for joining the ranks of ATC! As pilots can do what we do, without us doing what you do. Enjoy your journey!

[@PilotJimmyJ]

Which Lightspeed headphones do you have? If you have bluetooth you can pair with your phone and play music through them that way.

[@RusscanFLY]

I have the lightspeed Zulu, which I’ve had since I started my Flight training. They’ve been pretty awesome, but I lose signal when I go up, unfortunately. But I have paired them with my phone to play music just to see how it sounds. They do sound pretty good.

[@PilotJimmyJ]

@@RusscanFLY Yeah it actually does sound good. It also mutes the music if something comes over the radio or intercom so you won't miss anything Also - I guess with iPads, you can record the audio of the headset through an app. I do not have an iPad but there wasn't anything for Android last time I checked. I did design a battery powered board that records all the audio to an .mp3 file you can use later. I designed it because I thought it was always clumsy plugging in everything into the camera. When i get things fired up again I'll send you one you can experiment with if you are interested.

[@RusscanFLY]

@@PilotJimmyJ that sounds like a plan! I saw your email too. Thanks for thinking about it brother.

[@Flyght727]

You just wanted to avoid the Pa. Turnpike Fee's! 🛩 LOM next Saturday?

[@RusscanFLY]

Yep! And yes, I will be there. Actually putting my airplane on display!

[@Flyght727]

@@RusscanFLY Copy that...............Hopefully not as hot as last year at WIngs. 🛩

[@av267-o9y]

Was it so bumpy that you reported to tower that you were 10 miles west of the field when you were 10 miles east of the field? Did you bring a Primanti’s sandwich home with you?

[@RusscanFLY]

No, it wasn’t that bumpy, still learning! And no, no Primanti Brothers back to Philly!

[@JBalloonist]

The most important (non-aviation) question…Eagles or Steelers?

[@RusscanFLY]

Steelers all day, baby! Nothing like that black and yellow!

[@JBalloonist]

@@RusscanFLYexcellent!

[@RusscanFLY]

@@JBalloonist 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@cmritchie04]

for the viewers.... WAWA is a chain convenient food store, some of the stores sell gas their markets are mainly in Delaware, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania and moving towards the mid-states at the time of this video being posting August of 2024...besides their Rye Rolls they are nothing of special

[@RusscanFLY]

Pretty good in my book!