My Aviation Journey - My wife speaks!

[@nonDescriptAviation]

It's a GAME CHANGER to have a supportive spouse! When I was playing MSFS, my wife asked me when I was going to start getting my actual pilot's license. I laughed and said how expensive the whole thing is. She paused for a second and said, "Well, the kids are going to be out of the house soon - scattered to the wind. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to go see them whenever we'd like? I think it'd be a great thing to have." Once I finally picked up my jaw from the floor, I started looking at flight schools and enrolled in an online ground school. Then, after the kids were launched, we downsized the house, moved to a town with lower cost of living (mainly to be closer to my aging mother-in-law), and reduce expenses. Now we're making it a reality (thanks to a great local Part 141 school).

[@RusscanFLY]

This is such an awesome story! I love hearing these types of stories from brothers like you, whose spouses just completely knocked them out of their chairs. Thank you so much for sharing Brother. This is so awesome. Definitely stop back by and let me know how the training is going once you commit. Take care, and again thank you for sharing with the community.

[@nonDescriptAviation]

@@RusscanFLY Actually I should be doing my solo flight in the next week! Had a little issue with pattern consistency and power-on stall training, but a good instructor can definitely help through those. Keep up the great work, Russ!

[@novinthomas7725]

Russ, Having a wife / spouse that supports you and your endeavors is truly a BLESSING!!!! GOD is always in the BLESSING BUSINESS!!!! Are you going to SUN'N FUN? If so, maybe we can meet up at some point in time.

[@RusscanFLY]

That is definitely the truth for sure. I am an extremely blessed man to have my wife support this whole journey. I’m just glad that she enjoys it as well. Not sure about sun and fun yet. Definitely want to do it. If not this year, definitely next, Lord willing.

[@martygenska8117]

My bride is watching this along with me; she has almost the exact same feelings as Caroline. She has always been extremely supportive, trusts me and my training, was scared to death on her first flight but getting better, and knows that I'm always stressing safety first. Thanks to both of you for sharing brother.

[@RusscanFLY]

No doubt about it Brother! I’m glad our women are so supportive of our journey. It definitely is a blessing for sure. Fly well, brother!

[@jimmydulin928]

In my aviation career, while supportive my wife was also the court of appeals. Her gift of discernment kept me from making some poor decisions. On those where I just charged ahead without consultation, I chose poorly. Good job you two.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother Jimmy! She’s definitely the brains of the outfit for sure. I am so blessed to have her!

[@TheGospelQuartetParadise]

I have only discovered your channel recently but I can see that your love of God, family, and aviation is keeping you happy and motivated. The fact that your wife is overcoming her fear of flying is a testament to her watching you and the conscientious approach you have to the pre-flight and maintenance of your aircraft. Anyone observing your attention to detail and surrounding your maintenance with experienced and qualified pros is something all passengers would hope for. This is especially true when inviting your wife and daughter along. Those precautions could mean a lot down the line. God bless.

[@RusscanFLY]

First, I think you so much for your support of the channel. It really means a lot to me. Second, I think you so much for taking the time to write and send this amazing comment. These are the types of comments that really provide fuel for my fire. I am so blessed that the good Lord put this before me, because I get to interact with wonderful people like yourself. Again, thank you so much for showing Brother, such love, and support. Take care, and God bless!

[@WingsOverTO]

Love it! My wife would probably have similar answers, especially when asked whether she'd ever become a pilot. :) Kudos to your wife for being willing to do this.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, she was definitely a reluctant flyer, but when we made that flight to Martha’s Vineyard, and got back within the same day, she was hooked! I definitely am blessed that she interest me to get us up and back on the ground safely. Thank you for the support!

[@glennwatson]

I’ve enjoyed the recent flights you did with your wife. I’m glad she’s feeling more comfortable with flying in the small aircraft with you and she was willing to take the challenge of overcoming her fear.

[@RusscanFLY]

It definitely makes having a pilot license that much sweeter. One of the things that had is part of my goal, is to travel with my wife in general aviation aircraft. So it’s definitely been wonderful that she’s faced her fear, and has decided to join me on different different flights.

[@hp3309]

Good for you. You have support. That makes the whole experience even more stellar. Keep it rollin Russ!

[@RusscanFLY]

You definitely speak the truth! My wife is such a blessing, she allows me to enjoy this journey. Take care, and thank you so much for your support. It really means a lot to me as well. Peace!

[@AB82]

I’ve definitely noticed her comfort progressions with each flight with you. And dang! Russ! Your side view! Looks like your working out or maintaining the survivor fit look.

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, she’s definitely becoming more comfortable over time. I’m really glad, because it’s definitely the way I want to travel. And thank you so much for the flattery! Cameron angles can play tricks! Lol!

[@jeffstepp-ou8re]

You're a lucky man Russ, and yes im jealous. But in a good way. You're wife seems amazing. Blue skies and fly safe.

[@RusscanFLY]

I am definitely a blessed man for sure. I am so happy that she supports me without bounds!

[@JabariHunt]

Great video! I don't see this topic addressed all that much.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I wasn’t sure how this would resonate, but I definitely wanted to have her voice be heard. Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@anthonyvega1959]

I must admit, i love how supportive your wife is. I have always wanted to get my ppl, i shared my goal with my wife and the funny thing is that i recently won a discovery flight in a raffle at a flyin and did the discovery flight and my wife said when i landed she looked at me and i asked her what did she see. She said i saw a 50 year old man take off for the first time but you never cane down yet thats when she is pushing me thru the requirements to getting started

[@RusscanFLY]

I love this story! I love the fact that your wife saw the dream unfold, as it becomes a reality. I can’t wait to hear about your journey and all the things that you do in milestones that you hit. I am so happy for you, please keep me posted on your progress. Take care, and thank you for your support!

[@anthonyvega1959]

@RusscanFLY the biggest milestone I hit is I'm about 20lbs away from losing 400lbs that's another reason she wants me to live my dream

[@RusscanFLY]

@@anthonyvega1959 that is awesome! Keep grinding!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@CLdriver1960]

Love, love, love this video my brother. Having the support of one’s spouse is really important with this hobby. On our first date with my (now) wife, I took her flying. It was magical then, and after 32 years of marriage, it’s still magical when we go flying.

[@RusscanFLY]

That is so awesome! I’m definitely hoping that we can get there as well. Flying as a date is so magical. We feel so blessed to have had those opportunities, and we definitely hope that we get to experience more. Thank you for the support of the channel, and sharing, your memory with me. Take care!

[@wrora1]

I thought your Wife enjoyed the Hudson corridor more than Martha's Vineyard but I see I was wrong! Heeeey... thanks for sharing your interview with your wife!!

[@RusscanFLY]

You know not that I think about it, I think she enjoyed each of them for their own reasons. I think she enjoyed the Martha’s Vineyard flight, because it reminded us of our ation of our 20 year anniversary. I think the new York Hudson flight was just so awesome, just in terms of the sites we were able to see. Thanks for watching the video. I appreciate it.

[@jameswilson1522]

Totally Positive 🔥

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!

[@letsberealq]

:) My wife would have the same answer. I'm looking forward to being able to take her up for a flight in the near future when I finish my PPL

[@RusscanFLY]

It is going to be so awesome! It definitely made the difficulties of the journey, that much sweeter when I got my license and we were able to fly. Keep pushing forward. It is so worth it!

[@frankielynnband]

This was awesome Russ! Congrats to your wife for facing and overcoming her fears. Plus for supporting you! I can’t wait to take my wife up for the first time. That thought is what is keeping me from quitting this journey. Thanks for the positive videos!

[@RusscanFLY]

Hey brother, Frankie, keep pushing through the journey. I’m telling you, it is so worth it. When you take your wife out for the first time, she may be scared, but I tell you when she gets bit by the joy of flying, all the agony and pain to experience on the journey will be more than worth it. That’s why I want her to do this quick interview, even though she didn’t want to, so then people could see the transformation. Keep after it!

[@turninmonyin2noise978]

Nice to hear your wife's side of the adventure. She has no interest in becoming a pilot, but if you get her a few hours of basic airmanship, she will shed any nervous concerns from her previous experience. She will gain some confidence that she can have some control over her own welfare. Most passengers feel that they have given over all control of their destiny, She will take that back with a few hours of instruction. Look into the AOPA pinch hitter course. Blue Skies

[@RusscanFLY]

I definitely agree, and see this is solid advice for sure. I’ve seen other videos where the non-flying partner gets some flying experience in case of emergency, so that they know what to do. I’m definitely going to slow walk it a bit, but eventually, I’m going to suggest that she at least understand the basics. I’m hoping that that’ll make her even more comfortable for sure. Thank you so much For watching, and thank you for the great feedback!

[@greymarck]

Superb! Great idea, and thank your Wife for the interview on our behalf.

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, she didn’t really want to do the interview, but I told her that it would be good for people to hear her perspective in her own words. Thanks for the positive feedback.

[@twinflyer1491]

Thanks for giving us wifey’s prospective. I wonder if she would be open to learning to control and land the plane. The pitch hitter courses are great for anyone that will be flying a lot with you. Keep the videos coming. Blue skies to you both.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I completely agree, and I actually broach this subject with her. It was definitely met with fear and a whole lot of trepidation. I’m hoping as we fly more, she will get more comfortable with that idea, and understand the safety measure behind it. Take care, and thank you for the support!

[@tgiflight]

This is a awesome video, and I enjoyed hearing her perspective, as well as watching your wife overcome that fear and supporting your passion. Teamwork makes the dream work!

[@RusscanFLY]

No doubt about it! I am blessed that she supports all my endeavors, no matter how much they cause discomfort for her initially. She’s definitely been special for sure. Thank you so much for the positive feedback. Take care!

[@tonygaytan9848]

Beautiful relationship!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! I’m definitely blessed!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@nathanwildthorn6919]

She is really cool! And refreshingly straightforward! 😊

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, my wife doesn’t sugarcoat anything! She’s definitely awesome for sure.

[@MichaelCarterShow]

Wonderful interview wit WIFEY!!!! Russ Can Host A Talkshow/Podcast Radio!!!!🤣 Have a safe & blessed week. #salute my gud brotha!!!!! P.S. Happy International Women's History Month to her, ur daughter, ur moms, siter, baby cousin, all of the women in tha famlay ect.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother! I hope you enjoyed the interview. I know it was short, but I definitely want Wifey) to say a little something. Anyway, thank you for the international women’s history month. Shout out. Peace!

[@MichaelCarterShow]

No doubt fam & BTW United & perhaps Boeing should just close it's doors after all of these incidents for the past month & a half. #superfacts!!!!! Also i read earlier about a student pilot that tried to break into a cockpit Alaska Airlines flight. Cray Cray!!!!!

[@alphacharlieflies]

I was kinda curious what her experience was in 2002. But I also do understand not asking her about it in the interview.

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, the whole thing was a little tough for her at first, but she has seen what a blessing head has been in the end.

[@thesavvycarconsumer1657]

Well now we know. Keep grinding.

[@RusscanFLY]

No doubt, family, no doubt!

[@Ellexis]

I’m sure glad that you all included us gals that fly. It’s still a male dominated profession on any level of aviation but we do exist. I would’ve liked to have heard more about your wife’s experience in 2002. Also, I would have liked to have heard whether your wife would be up to having enough training to communicate and land the aircraft if God forbid, something happened to you while you were all in the air.

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, I wanted to do a little bit more, but my wife is not one to be in front of the camera. Definitely not something that she wanted to do, but she did it because I asked. And I think I’ll have to work on her overtime to do the copilot training. I think she’ll understand as we get further down our aviation path.

[@ricoserrano8942]

Im hoping to get to that point with my wife maybe when I get my PPL she may try it. I never heard you say maybe a video I missed what is your goal in aviation ?

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, I would definitely keep pushing, and definitely mention it to her. My wife was reluctant at first, but loves it now. I don’t have a specific going aviation, just kind of going where it leaves me. Not really interested in going into the Airlines, as I’ve already worked for somebody else for 34 years. Just enjoying this journey.

[@jeffstepp-ou8re]

Russell there's the Nestle factory on my town, there's a chocolate fest the end of may nice little municipal airport close by. Ladies love chocolate.

[@RusscanFLY]

This cracked me up! This is a flight that would have all the necessary motivation.

[@jeffstepp-ou8re]

@@RusscanFLY exactly. Southern Wisconsin buddy.

[@kristinm784]

Russ, my nephew is a pilot He is having his wife learn to land Would you ever do that? Or would she?!

[@RusscanFLY]

I asked if she wanted to learn how to be a pilot. I got a resounding no! L O L! But I will encourage her to take the pilot passenger training. I think that will then help her feel more in control.

[@kristinm784]

@@RusscanFLY absolutely And two brains are better than one 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻