My Abandoned Helicopter Flies For the First Time in 10 Years

[@CleetusM]

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[@RCfanAddict]

Don't push gambling on your followers!

[@clyde3013]

gamble bad :(

[@Jsmith9619]

Anything for that $$$$

[@marvindebot3264]

Gambling destroys lives, STOP WITH THE GAMBLING ADVERTS!

[@joshuabadzinski9793]

​@@RCfanAddicthe doesn't own you, you have a choice. Off with panties, on with the boxers.

[@crispy2802]

This helicopter got me out of the mountains after I was stranded by Helene. Thank you, Cleetus. God bless you.

[@willparrish7646]

Hell yeah brother! 😎 what town?

[@doctorb.5893]

glad you're safe, and you got to throw up in Consuela

[@PappaLitto]

Hell yeah brother

[@raysantiago3750]

It's great news that God's angels flew YOU'ALL out. Helicopter November 42 Foxtrot, Foxtrot. ❤✝️🛐 God bless Cleetus.

[@pamshewan9181]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@hogie48]

Can we all just appreciate all the content this channel has coming up? Basically brand new MD500 taking delivery on, 5000hp Eagle is going to powder coating, Leroy's engine is rebuilt and it is getting a freaking body, and world cup is less than 2 months away. Hell of a couple months coming up! As someone who has been with this channel since before the whistle tips, i cannot thank you enough for all you do and the joy you bring to me.

[@LKZ_Prez]

Best channel on the internet! Not even close.

[@Friscorockhead]

The money that all takes is hard to comprehend. He deserves it, but damn!

[@s-3503]

Your right man I'm like about 4 years deep maybe close to 5 idk but it's never been dull and it's amazing

[@l.j.8931]

Dang. Whistle tips. Now that's a throwback!

[@cutlass8783]

Don't forget about the Dale Truck!

[@KDad514]

Cleetus feels more like kin than some of my actual family. I couldn't be more proud of someone I don't know personally than I am of this guy. What a journey he's taken us on. Can't wait for what's to come. Thank you Cleetus for being such a solid entertainer, father, friend and a proud American. Legend!

[@CleetusM]

Thanks brother!

[@richt247]

Best content on youtube by far!

[@johnsimon7867]

Hell yeah brother!

[@trevorbarnes3615]

I second this comment!

[@klaw163]

Very well said brother!

[@brandonmay8096]

I love how Paul instantly goes into professional mode as soon as they are in the cockpit. That’s what real professionals do. Class act and knows what he’s doing. Paul is the kind of man we all want to embody and emulate.

[@MrRozzi20]

20:40 "I got a whole table full of shit right here"....man I love Paul, felt that as a maintainer myself lmao

[@growlith6969]

Got a good laugh out of that

[@fourwheelerjock]

"The GUCCI all over"

[@justinspiers425]

i died laughing at that part

[@LunatrixEX]

i watched the video up to this point, and when he said that i said "oh man i gotta check the comments" hahah

[@racebanning6390]

PRO-FESSIONAL!!

[@ilovelamp61]

One thing I have observed about proper aviators and aviation mechanics is that they are not offended by a second set of eyes inspecting an air frame. Everyone takes it very seriously and respects the process.

[@robdagr8te]

It’s a good thing too man Joe must have been rushed or something that thing was sloppy. Loose lines loose filler neck hose sparks didn’t have those problems on his aircraft

[@stoker20]

@@robdagr8te Sparks took delivery after it was ready to go. Cleeter wanted to make an inspection video and test flight before it was done. I don't think Joe's crew had taken it out of the hanger. It had no fuel in it. Not unusual for a hose clamp to need tightening on a new assembly.

[@batz910]

I can guarantee they fueled it, ran it, rigged it and did almost every ground run possible then defueled it again because it needed to be weighed. Very standard practice in aviation maintenance​@@stoker20

[@thefunniestfarm4731]

Big difference between a failure on the ground vs in the sky.

[@usedyou.19]

@@stoker20if you know a major KZbinr is coming you do what you need to do for the video. No second chances

[@STLVR4]

Cleet, “Get your shit together!” George, “ Dang, I need a flight suit.” 😂🤣

[@Kirtvall]

😂😂

[@mattyicee]

Shit had me dying. Funny ass dude George is.

[@trengodd]

Was looking for this comment! Had me laughing my ass off🤣🤣

[@Josh_D03]

😂😂

[@Fireduck2112]

Just need a "Get your shit together George!" T- shirt

[@chiefsholsters]

Did you guys think you would be saving lives in NC with that thing 3 weeks ago? Thank you from WNC. I'm just SW of the runway in Hickory and have been watching all the helos operating out of Hickory go by for days. God bless and God speed. You have a new fan in NC. I'm sure I'm not the only one.

[@jonathaneidenschink6804]

True, I’m just here because I am looking forward to the upcoming video.

[@FeralRabbit]

For anyone who cares: the term "pickle" is from naval aviation when ordnance has to be dumped it is typically dumped into the ocean which is salt water hence it was "pickled".

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Army Aviation. Doolittle came.up with the term.

[@buymytoasters]

I care, and that's awesome

[@Frank_White-KoNY]

I needed to know this.

[@FeralRabbit]

@@beckyumphrey2626 made me look again....no mention of Doolittle anywhere but it I did find it was tied to a 1940s Norden bombsight manufacturer event where they hired Ringling Bros to put a show on and they dropped a Fake bomb into a pickle barrel. I heard the Naval explanation from my Dad who was an Army pilot go figure. Dammit wrong on the internet!

[@RyTrapp0]

That is fantastic

[@808G8GT]

The second half of 2024 is going to be awesome!! The unveiling of Consuela, Eagle, Leroy 3.0, AWD Dale Truck!! Hopefully Ruby's return is in the works.

[@masont3202]

And the blazer!

[@Ispeakmymindsorry]

@DawgWater666We don’t pay anything to watch the videos? You slow or what?

[@lancecain7270]

@DawgWater666 how is cleet click bate?

[@martyfarrell9459]

@DawgWater666 The jealousy is just oozing out of your pores.

[@justinbeamon6624]

​@DawgWater666 Can you name one thing cleet hasn't come through on as promised?

[@The_Don_Beverage]

LS George flying the helicopter It's upside throwing its blades 100 yards "GOLLY, WHAT IN THE WORLD" Cleetus running, "SH*T, GEORGE!"

[@anthonybossler1912]

When George gets his licence Cleet needs to make a fiero-copter for George

[@Mr.Saltwater]

​@anthonybossler1912 You nailed it, brother!!

[@floridabudgetbuilds4157]

Y'all gotta ease up on my boy. George drives wheelie monster 8 second cars down the drag strip that would make Y'all wet your little panties.

[@MeachPango]

@@anthonybossler1912 the blade is on the bottom XD

[@Dealete420]

He'd crash while trying to start it.

[@backcountrylifemagazine6912]

I worked in Alaska as a guide back in the 90s. We had one of these birds. Crashed into a mountain after the leading edge abrasion strip de-laminated from one tail rotor blade, sending the rotor into a violent unbalanced spin….quickly shaking itself off the shaft…cutting the tail boom off as it was leaving the scene….at about 2,000 feet above craggy mountain tops. I saw it happen from a distance..and was one of two people that was able to rescue our two friends that were onboard. THEY WERE F’D BUT SURVIVED. We were in the middle of nowhere. Took the better part of a day to evacuate those dudes to an Eskimo village where a Coast Guard Helo could meet us. We were way beyond their flight radius. Luckily we had an old Hiller Bubble chopper at our disposal, and were able to fly up into the rocks to pull em out….. ALWAYS PRE-FLIGHT AND CHECK YOUR TAIL ROTORS!!

[@landmine55]

Paul is one of my favorite guests because he’s got that swagger you can only get by knowing how to do it fuckin’ all. The matching flight suits rule.

[@jarhead9690]

Paul is the coolest. I wish he was on here more.

[@brianfast379]

For the shop a/c you need to put in a small window unit in your office 😂😂

[@1954shadow]

Ah, you gotta read the fine print, lol!

[@charlestorruella8591]

The whole office has ac stupid

[@APMAuto-qn3kv]

I don't know for sure I could be wrong, but i think they are running a mini split for the office.

[@GK-gr2mx]

They have ac in office already

[@bmw328igearhead]

Venting the hot side into the shop.

[@onemanzu]

Cleet doing more for safety inspections than Boeing. 😂

[@coreytrevor3910]

Because Cleet isn't building aircraft for profit lol

[@udrtydog1]

Lol ain't that the truth!

[@Walking_Death]

not hard

[@HotForgeChaos]

Ironic since Boeing owns MD Helicopters, back when Boeing bought out McDonnell-Douglas. Which is sad because some of my favourite aircraft were made by MD (Strike Eagle and the new Super Mudhen, Phantom 2, Hornet/Rhino, Skyhawk, Apache) and now being built and maintained by Boeing

[@Lane-jq3ed]

100%....Cleet earned his position

[@KCC2222]

NC resident here! Thanks so much for helping with the disaster relief. My husband is a big fan of yours! I will say that Ashe County NC could use some help. The Emergency Manager here has been denying outside help. She reportedly tried to close the small airport we have to deter people from flying their private aircrafts here. I believe someone overruled and I just saw a private helicopter fly over my home. I have family here who are first responders. A swift water rescue team offered to allow the Emergency Response Director to use their specialized software to help keep track of what homes have been checked, as they have been doing this manually. She at first denied them and reportedly asked what it would cost. My understanding is that the swift water rescue team is letting them use it for free. Just an idea of the situation we are facing. Most of the response has been from locals and most of our fire departments are volunteer. We have people trapped in areas that may not get power for several more weeks and can’t get out. The temps are already starting to drop and this is not sustainable. Entire roads are gone and some places may not be accessible for a long time. A local fire dept was hit and lost three trucks and the building is very damaged. Ive been told that batteries are a big need as well. Again, thank you much for what you are doing!!

[@Cranksfabshop]

Having the opportunity to hang out with Cleetus, George, and Paul was awesome! Thanks again for lunch Cleetus! Was able to have a long conversation with Paul about his career, having been a MH60 mechanic for Lockheed for years I really enjoyed that. Consuel is a real looker for sure!

[@jasonfriese9914]

Hell yeah brother!

[@djhals0]

i know this guy^

[@Cranksfabshop]

@@djhals0 😂

[@ryanweintraub9448]

ATC recognizing Cleet is cool as hell lol

[@Methoverbitches]

We don’t mess around up here brother

[@eddominates]

4 2 Foxtrot, tower requests a Hell Yeah Brother

[@matthosking9681]

Ryan I had no idea who this guy was when mentioned that, my trainee knew it instantly lol

[@Nick210]

It’s happened almost every time he flies in a video

[@bradpeterson7572]

So happy for you brother. I remember way back when. You said "mark my words,i'm going to own a helicopter someday" Well you've done that and then some. You have incorporated your love for flying perfectly on to your channel.

[@dadbod1747]

What you are using that helicopter for to help the victims in Western North Carolina just got you a new subscriber. Thank You so much for what you are doing.

[@terryp187]

58:51 yes it was “so far gone”, but if you really think about it my guy… you do the exact same thing with almost everything you touch, including the freedom factory itself!! Congratulations Cleet! U definitely deserve it buddy!!! 🚁 🚁 🚁

[@thomasnassab6172]

The diversity of this channel’s content, all while maintaining the best quality in the industry is truly unmatched. You and your team are crushing it. Keep up the great work!

[@fuzzymutant116]

Right? I’m loving this helicopter footage more than eagle (for now) I’m such a helicopter junky. But Cletus gives us what we need. (Minus the dinosaur motorcycle resurrection) 😉

[@fuzzymutant116]

You’re fortunate to have a big plate, Cletus… cuz yours is full! And I think we all love it! You deserve it, brother.

[@markim5087]

There is always a bubble for everything, and everyone at some point, because while all thiS content is great, and this is my second favorite channel, as Steve’ morris engines channel is my favorite simply because he is always helping everyone, and as he says, BE CAREFUL YOU MIGHT LEARN SOMETHING,LOL.,but again I’ve got cleetus to thank for that too, as it was he who asked us to subscribe to it ,to pay for his engine, ! I just hate to see SME fade out of cleetus channel, I mean cleetus abused the SMX clearly ? He should have just stayed within its limits, and the cars limits for what it was built for ! You don’t have to keep trying to go fast to get views ,and likes…I enjoyed seeing Steve on his channel, that said it’s been a month since I’ve watch cleetus channel, yet I watch Steve all the time, cleetus had better videos when he was doing stuff the avg gear head could afford to do !like cheap jet boating, drag racing a corvette go cart,

[@EpicValleysStill]

I dont know how different YT would be if Cleeter decided to be a lawyer. Im glad he didnt. Congrats Mitchell you earned this. What a freaking unit.

[@mrwilson7617]

Racing suits instead of fancy suits.

[@VikingShelters]

Absolutely! Legends and so funny. These guys are what makes me proud to be an American..

[@quevicular]

The world is definitely a better place because of his choice.

[@cs0986]

I’d hire him to represent me!

[@Enter-a-name55]

That's funny. I was thinking that same thing a few days ago. I had just been at my lawyers during the day and I remembered Cleetus saying he was going to be a lawyer but dropped out. That was probably the hardest decision that man ever made. Abandon the dream of having one of the most prestigious careers in the world,,,, to make KZbin videos. Pretty crazy.

[@logancole5267]

I live between Black Mountain and Fairview on rt 9. Thanks for your help. Our roads collapsed and we dug out for days. My neighbors we pulled from their house were air lifted out from the Straight Away Cafe. We are still building out. We need to buy equipment for our neighborhood, but we appreciate the help.

[@nickwalston1322]

Love how even though it’s a fresh build from a reputable company. This guy is still doing his thorough check on everything. Stuff like this you can’t miss anything. It’s easy to miss something. Better have more eyes when it comes to your life

[@racebanning6390]

Dang rights it is..... ask me how i know! When its hundreds of thousands of dollars, chekkit 5 times. Then throttle up.

[@nickwalston1322]

@@racebanning6390 Yeah. I’m not a racer or anything like y’all. When cleetus said it’s like a race car u have to check everything. That’s when it hit me it is the same going that fast also. Crazy

[@jonbird6566]

Its Aviation standard. Everything is checked, double checked and signed off on by someone with even higher qualifications, then checked again. Preflight every time to check again, checklists followed step by step... Its a VERY by the book and has many checks and balances built in. This is completely normal in aviation. Non-aviators might look at this video and think that him thoroughly checking the work of such a reputable company while AT the company might seem rude or something but being in aviation, its not only expected, but its welcomed and in fact required. Its why aviation is still to this day the safest form of transportation in the world.

[@michaelmartinez5843]

From a lightning struck auction corvette, to a scratch and dent Venezuelan Princess rocking a tail number referencing his very own race track, I can't think of any one more deserving of all the success that came as a result of insanely hard work. HELL YEAH BROTHER!!!!!

[@BlueCollarBachelor]

I remember the mail call with Cleet and Cooper going on about a helicopter to fly to work. Watching it become reality has been a hell of a trip Brother. Thanks for taking us along!

[@BlueCollarBachelor]

Paul is a gem. The people you get to see on this channel is fantastic.

[@goosenotmaverick1156]

Oh man I remember that. I had entirely forgotten about that conversation!

[@DandSCreations]

Im an airline pilot. Whenever i think I make alot of money then realize I dont have own my own aircraft kind of money (yet). Your wild success from YT over the years is testament to some of the insanely hard work you and your team have done to get where you are. Relish the success brother.

[@cmorlok]

I’m 53 and have a son who is your age, I’ve watched since very early on, to me, you almost feel like another son and the whole team is a bit like the gang of kids that was always hanging around our house back then. Very proud of you and all your guys.

[@Im-not-clever]

That's a cool thing to say sir, I hope he sees this.

[@ChrisWashburn]

@16:56 Marketing team directly, how awesome. Just shows how engaged MD is as a company, meaning even if it's an old bird of theirs in the air it's still important to MD Helicopters today.

[@LatitudeSky]

MD is a really small company and far more interested in every single ship they produce. Paul called the MD500 a Ferrari of the sky and that's accurate. These are boutique ships made by hand. The likes of Bell or Airbus are mass-produced, which is fine but it totally lacks the personal touches.

[@eky_busch]

I saw this flying over the TOYOTA plant here in GEORGETOWN, KY while I was on break at work the other day!!! AWESOME!!

[@dkjphills79]

Cletus is not sponsoring this message however i have to say something. I picked up the consuela t shirt on the raptor giveaway. I am impressed probably one of the nicest KZbin shirts i have ever picked up. Thanks brother.

[@jesskeepscorin]

I can vouch as well got the cleet and squirrel tow truck shirt can say 10/10

[@matthewcolson7667]

Got the who’s your grandpa T and can say the same the graphics is nicely made I can say I’m confident with the way I treat shirts it will last a year or two atleast

[@ghost-carnage8964]

Make sure to keep the dryer heat on low if it's the rubber kinda like stuff or it'll crack. Otherwise, cleetus' clothing merch is actually really good.

[@BradfordC]

I bought the black Cleetus hoodie and it is very nice quality. Did not disappoint.

[@Sam97979]

after the Project Farm shirt test video, I can comfortably agree with you. Literally comfortably, I'm wearing one right now!

[@mckrackin5324]

Consuela is a beauty. Cleetus' huge smile is infectious. I think my favorite moment is when the air traffic controllers knew who he was. "That's me brother". Have fun guys and be safe.

[@Visonista]

What does Consuela mean please?

[@mckrackin5324]

@@Visonista It's a South American name. It also means "comforts" in Spanish

[@Visonista]

Tks Mac. I thought is may have been a name he gave the aircraft because of it's background or something.

[@mckrackin5324]

@@Visonista It is. He gave it that name because of where the heli comes from.

[@fadzilcheman4613]

I came here years ago watching Cleet goof around putting whistles on exhaust tips, now look at where we are. Track owner, 5000hp drag car, MD 500, private airstrip, and so much more. What a come up! so proud of Cleet and the team.

[@lcarocham]

On behalf of millions of Venezuelan we THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts for having the true venezuelan flag on the tail of this bird (the one with 7 stars on the blue stripe and not the 8 star travesti that Chavez/Maduro put in the current version). We cant thank you enough for this.

[@robeylemere]

Last week was the worst week of my life, Garrett I just have to say thank you for all you've done for your fans. Watching the excitement of you taking delivery of your helicopter and the true excitement and joy of this all. I'm truly happy for you and your family and seeing all your hard work paying off. It brought me some joy in this difficult season.

[@pottersi]

"This too, shall pass". You got this man

[@robeylemere]

@@pottersi I appreciate it man but it’s the kind of pain from loss you don’t come back from.

[@garthp9874]

Cleetus, to say you are "living the dream" would be an understatement. I know that you work very hard to make all of this possible and it "just goes to show anyone that if you want it bad enough, you can make it happen" in the good old USA. When I think back to when you first bought the race track and then covid hit I think that almost anyone would have "thrown in the towel" but not you. You are an amazing person and I can not believe you are so young. I know you have a lot of people in the background that are helping you and any normal person could not help but "pull for you" and wish you nothing but success. Remember that even if you just had a small fraction of what you have now you would be so blessed. Continue to make us proud. God bless you!

[@docdurdin]

I came for the cars long ago. I stayed for Cleetus & Company who are always a joy, a special place of Brotherhood & Love. Hell Yeah Brother !!!

[@dsdiesel8667]

I’ve saw your videos here and there and never subscribed but, after seeing videos on my FB reels by what I’m guessing is your God given name flying this helicopter to bring supplies and/or rescue folks in Western NC I’m subscribing now. Thank you for what you’re doing to help those poor folks out, my dad’s got a place about 25 minutes from Chimney Rock and it’s basically non-existent now.

[@trevsta7997]

Paul's attention to detail and knowledge when it comes to the MD is exceptional. Cleet is the man. Friends and team of gold. Keep surrounding yourself with people that push you to excellence. We appreciate the content and what you do for the community. Keep it up brother!

[@BUILTFORDTOUGH79]

Paul….. what a guy! Seems like a cool feller, and the knowledge! Cleetus is surrounded by great people. That’s what keeps this channel going. Make sure you take care of these guys man!

[@mattypisme]

You're very welcome. Thanks for making me smile for the last 7 years and always being you. You're a damn good young man keep doing what you do. We all appreciate what you've done for racing.

[@andyallison8968]

Stoked on the amount of aviation you’re mixing into this channel!!!!!! And that is a beautiful MD!

[@DSMITH-cz7xi]

Cleetus is a freaking magnet for the best ppl to get support and business taken care of,I absolutely love this channel,I couldn't imagine supporting a better dude! Its special,Thank You Sir!!!

[@SMor42]

Probably because he genuinely seems respectful and deferential to them. He never acts like he’s a big shot who knows everything. Instead he presents the people supporting him as though they are the real experts that we all get to learn from.

[@Jordanschow9]

Long time fan here, and seeing this makes me so proud of this man! From exhaust whistles in the Bald Eagle Machine, to owning your own custom painted MD AND being in instrument certified Helicopter pilot. On top of everything else?! Just wow man. Will forever watch every video you put out.

[@FraserImageTV]

I’ve been following since the exhaust turbo whistles too 😂😂 wild where someone can come from to what they doing now ! 👌🏻👌🏻🎉🎉

[@eksvtfab17]

Consuelas maiden voyage, love it! Also really appreciate Cleet describing all the different things they're checking and why they're doing it for us non-flyers to be able to follow along and understand. Love it, keep up the great work boys!

[@jamesvenables6202]

Being a non-American (I'm Aussie), I don't normally warm to things painted in starts & stripes but this finish is just superb: attractive, shiny and just perfect! And the attention to detail on the engine, rotors and interior is equally well done. I wish it was mine!!! Thanks for sharing your journey with returning this aircraft to the sky.

[@unsightedscarab]

At the bottom of the fuel gauge it should read "noo nooo no more fuel" 🤣

[@jayroberts636]

No it should read )Your Done!!)

[@ndyPandy]

Needs more lemon pledge

[@matthewromano8801]

@@jayroberts636 you missed the consuela joke LOL

[@matthewromano8801]

came here looking for this comment LOLOL

[@chilkat_river]

A good pilot doesn't depend on fuel gauge. They know how much fuel they put in and know their burn rate in flight.

[@racedouge1]

Don't forget to thank the new CEO of MD...He brought a great company back to supply parts and support for older MDs. The company is fantastic. Long live MDs.

[@59street20]

17:44 Cleet puts on the flight suit for two seconds: "George get your shit together " lol

[@iBoogieTM]

Yesterday I was just accepted into the commercial helicopter pilot licence course in qld australia 🇦🇺 thanks for sharing your video Cleet. It’s very inspiring. To a life of freedom!! Let’s get it!! ✌️ 🤙

[@pjbth]

It's so relieving seeing you take this serious the look on your face when talking about the avionics system. That was a focused intense dude.

[@fuzzymutant116]

Cletus shows his worth when he talks aviation. He does not F around and flexes hard! Cuz he knows his stuff. So impressed. And he should, huge respect! So happy for you, Cletus!

[@randalljames1]

Not so many times in any persons life that a story like yours works out... You are living a dream... stay safe...

[@TheFOHMan]

Great work a fine helicopter now! What you did with it in our NC Mountains can't thank you enough!

[@WISHMASTR444]

I grew up doing custom paint work on vehicles with my Dad “. Sure brings back lots of memories of the reveals we would do for customers! Gotta love it man. HELL YEAH BROTHER AND GOD BLESS THE USA!

[@TheJoebryant]

I got to paint a 1976 Ford Thunderbird when I was in jr high , when I went to school we didn't have a shop at the school so we got to go to a company to learn a trade, and we got credit for it, went to the Ford dealership to learn to paint

[@Spazum888]

Having Paul on your team is such a benefit. The amount of knowledge he brings to the table is insane. George always there for moral support. Im glad you got good people around ya.

[@daveisasdavedoes3558]

Lets all just take a moment to appreciate how cool Paul is

[@Craftmaster37]

Thank you for the video! After working 40 years in aircraft for the United States Air Force and now retired this was so enjoyable and relatable. I am also an A&P.

[@colinwallace5286]

With all the other aspects of military aviation, it has to be comforting to a pilot that his assigned aircraft is solid and ready to go. That’s an impressive career right there.

[@Craftmaster37]

@@colinwallace5286 thank you! Many years, many memories! B-52 , C-130 , C-5 , T-1 , T-38 and everything in the video was so relatable including the test flights after major maintenance.

[@joeburrows6]

5 years ago George was working a dead end job at fasterproms. He crashed the stunt car and is now taking flying lessons. Hope he does helicopter to. What a guy. Cleet you have earned some top tier friends what will do anything for you and I’m pretty sure you really appreciate and love what you have made.

[@bluewater82]

10:34 I'm gonna start screaming "PICKLE!" when I drop a load now.

[@goosenotmaverick1156]

😂😂😂

[@isaacclark6749]

Me too, I bet my wife is going to love it!

[@HotForgeChaos]

Us DCS and Falcon 4.0 guys have been saying that for years lol

[@86jekstrom]

Hearing Cleet on the comms almost made me tear up... fun is fun but he can get serious when is counts!! Super Proud❤

[@Bigfish300]

Derek from VGG brought me here to sign a petition for the Freedom Factory and man, this channel ROCKS!! Drags, Freedom Week, ripping engines, $5000 truck challenge and now the most beautiful MD500. From South Africa and an old track racer myself, this is youtube on another level. Thanks brother

[@ChrisM-yr5tt]

Dude you are so lucky to fly like that. I am a car guy used to race. Now I fly fpv quads. I wanted to join the military post college to fly I didnt have the skills. been flying fpv for 12 years. You are blessed. not by me but for your life

[@kentmackey2717]

I'm constantly impressed by Cleetus and his desire and willingness to learn. Despite the shenanigans (which I also love!) he really does love to dive in and understand the things he is doing. Seems like a great student and probably destined to become a great teacher. And what a professional Paul is!! And George, always bringing it home with the one liners, etc. Great work everyone!

[@kenvanpassen9247]

He is a father of two children. He allready is a teacher, and one of the best kind :)

[@silvermannnnnnn]

Gotta love this schedule. I get my phone from 5-7pm at rehab and i keep going on youtube to see cleetus' video posted 5 or so minutes ago. Grassyass brother!

[@toddschlicher]

Good luck brother. Been there. Just keep thinking how about how much easier your life will be.

[@Boostlee2023]

Only sucks it’s not related to “doing it for dale” anymore..

[@LethalLee666]

IM 31 YEARS CLEAN BROTHER WITH ZERO RELASPES YOU GOT THIS

[@coopsexperience]

The sober life gets easier my man! Been clean for 11+ years now- it is worth every battle

[@carwashadamcooper1538]

@silvermannnnnnn you got this brother. Life is way better when you're not chasing the bag. Number one tip: stay busy. Don't let yourself get bored, and if you're looking for something to do, go big.

[@lolligaggin63]

FLY SAFE. BEEN WAITING ON THIS ONE FOR EVER. PLEASE BE SAFE!!!! LETS GO

[@jagilo9677]

The world needs more young men like this guy. Passion for life must be nurtured. It’s important to raise our boys to find a passion for activities: piloting, mechanics, sailing, surfing, jiujitsu you name it. Even the quiet activities that encourage creativity, ingenuity, innovation. This young man didn’t know that all these months of preparation would lead him to rescue and render aid to so many people in North Carolina. God bless him and his family and keep him safe.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

Dude the paint job looks 100X better than I could have imagined!!!! AWESOME! And I’m a long time little bird lover too I’d put this top 10 MD paint schemes I’ve seen, ur gonna have Dave jealous with the Blackhawk

[@gavinm717gkm]

That baby blue paint scheme is hot fire! Never seen an aircraft in that color and it looks incredible.

[@amont2]

Cleetus you met my friend Wade when you were here in Lexington. He has an Rapor R as well and he said you are going to help him put a whipple in there! I think that's awesome and super jealous!

[@RobertMacCready]

Remember the 1st time you showed us this train wreck. It's been an amazing transformation to watch. She looks better than new now. Hats off to everyone that brought her back to life and made her a prom queen. Love it!!!👍👍

[@the3hrdoption637]

That pretty little helicopter is so happy and so grateful to be brought into your life, spoiled, rebuilt, and loved Beyond any day in her life so far. You made her famous and gave that little helicopter a second life.

[@brianbeilmann2992]

Like how the air controller asked if this is cleetus.

[@IS4AU]

Did anybody else just not want this video to end! I have been waiting on this video. I hope there's lots more to come. Cleet that is one bad unit! Congrats

[@thedelcodave]

The Painter Jim earned a spot in a crown vic race. Unbelievable workmanship Jim!

[@NWSkywalker]

I’m glad to see this helicopter be ready in time to fly and help with aid and saving lives after Helena Hurricane, great job and love the color.

[@FuManDrew365]

I tell ya.. I did not think I was gonna like this aviation stuff that much at all. But I'm loving it more and more every video

[@darrenberkey7017]

I've been an IT professional for the last 20 years, which I've learned to hate, and now that I'm in my late 50's, every day I regret not making the choice to fly helicopters as a career. You're living your best life, sir.

[@elliottdiedrich3068]

Chase your dream! I am 64 and I still plan on getting my license.

[@brandonjohnson2350]

The happiness in Georges voice is the sign of a true best friend. You can tell he is so happy for you.

[@knight907]

It’s a beautiful thing to see a machine like that restored to all of its original (if not better) glory. Can’t say I’m a fan of the paint, because stars and stripes should never be grey, but obviously quality work by the paint shop. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it. Thanks for sharing this journey with us.

[@tonykeast9966]

Every one of us wants a toy replica. A little matchbox one for the kids or a fancier one for big kids. She's a stunner Cleet, proud of ya 🤟💙

[@beforebefore]

So glad you went with GARMIN! BEAUTIFUL aircraft deserves the BEST avionics!

[@MeowTbss]

Every evening, I see that you post a video makes my entire evening. I have a couple beers, relax and watch the best entertainment ever. If TV was still viable thing, you would totally have a fully nationally syndicated show.

[@airwaycherry4310]

Cleet you split your cheeks smiling and grinning as you stepped out of 2FF, as it was so clearly obvious how proud you were of your beautiful BAD ASS Hughes 500. My son Christopher and I thoroughly enjoyed being with you on 2FF's first flight post Rehab.,. God Bless you fellow aviator, and God's Speed Airwaycherry CFI-I, MEI, ATP

[@chubbyDAW]

“I can’t wait til we’re out there at the junk yard doing LS swaps with our tow hook”😂😂😂 LS George funny as hell man

[@kasper_429]

The award for the world's most expensive engine hoist goes to Cleeter 🤣🤣🤣🤣.

[@chubbyDAW]

@@kasper_429 lmaooo

[@SoothingRelaxation21]

I gotta hand it to you Cleetus, you never give me or anyone with a brain a boring vlog! One important thing is that you 100% deserve to have your dream helicopter! She's a real beauty. Congrats & we'll be here to watch her fly to the new airfield!!

[@Adclif]

"Got a controller here thinks this might be cleetus?" lol

[@matthosking9681]

They cut the part that I said "Yeah he's up here fanboying" 😂

[@davidoverholt251]

I like Cleetus and his wife Mattie hauling everything they can up into the mountains of NC to help all our fsmilies up there, from Florida! This family is the bomb of devotion unto the Lord!

[@castekracing]

I'd imagine the first "drive" of something that flies is a lot more nerve racking than something that is on the ground 😅

[@austinkoeppen6122]

For sure, car breaks down you pull of to the side. Aircraft breaks down in the air, you're gonna have a bad time.

[@bluesnowfox361]

I didn't have a single hint of scale until I saw our man climbing into it right before the half-hour mark. What a massive machine. Maybe not Cub-on-floats big, but big!

[@Tom-zs6bb]

@bluesnowfox361 I'm a small man and when I flew 500s for a Florida Sheriff's Office everybody said I made the helicopter look bigger!

[@Dr.Gunsmith]

I’m here because I heard about your storm rescue, your a credit to humanity 🙏

[@SuperchargedSecondGen]

@CleetusM when I started watching you on the tube and you were cramming shit in your vets exhaust like rubber chickens and turbo whistles. I had no idea I would be seeing you fly your own fully restored helicopter as a trained helicopter pilot. Well done brother I’m truly proud of what you have done with this channel and yourself. It makes me proud you have been able to drag your friends thru this venture as well. Congratulations sir and I’m excited to see what’s next and where you boys end up in that beauty.

[@dannylegare8150]

Paul is a character! "We don't go gucci all over!"

[@mblizzy]

45:20 Squirrel almost said “What could possibly go wrong” but he stopped himself lol.

[@BonziBill]

after watching the journey to the usa, the paint work, and now, the first flight.... awesome!

[@OutkastAdventures]

Ive been waiting all summer for Cleetus to drop this video. I had thought it would be soon after seeing George standing next to it at the end of the Fiero vid. Joe had said the Consuela may be the best MD that his shop has ever done and he’s right!!! Love all of your content but the aviation is the best. Please keep it up and I hope to see more colab with Paul, Dave Sparks and Jimmy Webb. Watched this vid 3 times already!!!

[@Burley_Bert]

54:29 Cleetus "That's me brother"

[@sophiejaysstuff4026]

Paul, if you read this thank you for helping Cleetus be safe!

[@irishmaniac918]

"George get your shit together" hahahahaha

[@bobewalt]

Watched a hundred of his videos and this is the only time I've laughed out loud. Thanks Cleeter !

[@irishmaniac918]

@@bobewalt oh yeah that part was hilarious, such an awesome video, I love all the drag racing and car building videos, but man these aviation videos and content are top notch ! Such a beautiful machine.

[@jonathanray83]

Thanks for Helping out in Appalachia My prayers for yall Godspeed good Sir.