My First Helicopter SOLO! Robinson R44

[@PilotBambi]

Hey everyone! Thanks for watching my video. I'd love to hear from all of you what kind of videos you'd like to see on my channel. Cheers! :)

[@ksouza90ks]

Anything that deals with you and flying! The joy you have flows out of you and its infectious. Keep killing the game! HI from California!

[@sinfuldavy0]

You are living my dream. Congratulations!🙌

[@c_kemper]

Ever tracking EGTF give us a buzz!

[@JohnSmith-nh9pm]

Well that kind personally, this one was great 👌🏻🙌🏻

[@peenergysolutionslimited8903]

Beautifully done, nice and smooth and the best bit, you clearly enjoyed it!

[@nigelappleton2963]

Watching you have a fit of the giggles because you were so happy, priceless. Congratulations.

[@PilotBambi]

Haha thankyou! 😁

[@timetraveller3774]

@@PilotBambi Keep up the good work and you'll have a great future. Love your smile

[@InspirationRapide]

so happy for her!

[@Kunfuzion33]

I came across your videos one night, when I was up reevaluating my life. I'm a father of five daughters, and I just watched this video of your first solo flight and the absolute sense of accomplishment in your eyes, your smile and your whole posture is absolutely amazing. I'm in a rough place in life right now. However, your video has inspired me and motivated me to get out and start chasing some of my dreams and goals. One of them, being learning either how to fly a small airplane or helicopter. Thanks for sharing your adventure, congratulations and may God bless you and all your future ventures. Cheers

[@PilotBambi]

Thank you so much for your kind words, i truly appreciate it! I wish you all the best in chasing your dreams, and feel proud that these videos have been such an inspiration to you. My dad started flying small planes when I was young, and I have the fondest memories of our adventures together. Hopefully you will be able to share the joy of aviation with your daughters too :)

[@franciscovaldivia3088]

Yo iria con ella pero sin sonrisa me sentiria mas seguro imajinate oue diga cagamos y ella riedose seria igual ermosa guau chile

[@TheJttv]

The sun could go out tomorrow and that smile could light up the entire sky. You were beaming. Congratulations.

[@PilotBambi]

This comment made me smile even more!! Thankyou 😁

[@ld5954]

Jttv I have never seen a more genuine, beautiful smile than hers!!!

[@aaronprice7835]

Congrats

[@JohnDoe-jt9oq]

@@ld5954 She's acting for a video

[@ld5954]

@@JohnDoe-jt9oq You're entitled to your opinion, Even when you're wrong!😉

[@ryanmuriithi6114]

The smile on her face is priceless, watching her dreams come true .

[@billpollanger9231]

Oh my God, I am 72 old, you are living and doing my dream, you are the best Congrets young lady. God Bless

[@JasonWelchMusic]

The big smile on her face....says more than words ever could describe.

[@CHELLIE2408]

I Totally Agree :)

[@СергейШевченко-и7д]

Точно! Все эмоции на лице! Хочется сказать ей Welcome to the Sky!

[@RadioRich100]

Shes sitting on a vibrator.

[@СергейШевченко-и7д]

@@RadioRich100 ))

[@RadioRich100]

It says shes too silly to be flying a helicopter, probably not so good driving a car either. How long will it be before she starts playing her ipod and talking on her phone while flying?

[@clinker54]

There are few things more emotional for a pilot than a “first solo.” You made me relive my first FW solo in 1975, and my first helicopter solo in 2000. It literally brought a joyous tear to my eye. Thank you!

[@Quake120]

I did my first solo in 2011 in a 172. The day was absolutely perfect. Light wind, not a cloud in the sky, 45F, nobody else in the pattern. I remember when I turned onto the runway (untowered airport) and started to push in the throttle, I said out loud: "If I fuck this up, I'm dead". There was no worry at all, though, everything went so smooth, and I had done the same thing so many times it honestly didn't even feel that scary or anything. 3 takeoffs, 3 landings. It really didn't hit until about the next day that I had flown an airplane all by myself! It was incredible. Still one of the coolest things I've ever done. Sadly, I had to exit aviation due to financial worries and I haven't been able to rejoin. I miss it so much :(

[@DiabloOutdoors]

That's a VERY good instructor. How do I know? He removed his jacket from the helicopter just in case you would crash :D

[@jasonMB999]

My first solo was IMPOSSIBLE to believe, i took off thinking i was dreaming. Like you will be solely responsible for the plane and everything that happens after takeoff. Maybe it's a joke! But its real.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

All the same feelings of my first solo in a plane just came flooding back watching you. That is so awesome! Great job 👌

[@PilotBambi]

Thanks! First solo's truly are unforgettable!! I'm sure you're gonna have a blast flying heli's too 😍

[@nerblebun]

@@PilotBambi: Congratulations! Your first solo is a monumental achievement which also encompasses a range of emotions. A little nervousness, a bit of fear, the pride of accomplishment, and a big-o-sack of joy.

[@xxtwnz2919]

Very smooth. Did your instructor cut off the tail of your shirt (blouse) or is that not a tradition for rotor pilots? Surprised you fly the pattern like we do.

[@beemoro3716]

when she laughed it really brought back the joy i felt during my first solo

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Our God is an Awesome God. He created the entire universe and everyone and everything in it. How Awesome is it that Jesus Christ died on a cross to save us from our sins. Nowadays everyone and everything is awesome. Guess that makes God and Jesus Christ, just alright, as the 70's song goes

[@crooked-halo]

I'm a fixed wing pilot, aircraft nut and have watched hundreds of aviation videos. Among those is lots of "first solo" content. This is the greatest first solo footage I've ever watched! I am literally in tears! The joy and freedom of that first flight alone is so evident and you're completely full of emotions that are almost indescribable! The aircraft flies more responsibly, you're freaking alone, happiness engulfs you. You giggle & laugh. _There's nothing like your fist solo!_ A commercial license, instrument rating and hundreds of hours later, my first solo is still the ultimate moment in the air! What a lovely video! Thanks for sharing!

[@renzocarrasco4098]

Hello, i am from Perú, one question, how much is the career of helicopter Pilot at EE.UU?

[@crooked-halo]

@@renzocarrasco4098 Google it. I have no idea. It certainly varies widely depending on where you work. In the U.S. helicopter pilots are in high demand & make lots of money. In fact, in 2023/2024 all pilots are in _extremely_ high demand.

[@ironhorsegladiator5034]

@@renzocarrasco4098 $150/hr

[@crooked-halo]

@@ironhorsegladiator5034 Your annual salary would have to be $312,000 to make $150 an hour. I doubt seriously there are any helicopter jobs paying that much.

[@MakeAsylumsGre4tAgain]

@@crooked-halo you’d be surprised. Tourist flights are even way more than that again if you own the business. People pay a lot for a competent heli pilot

[@britknowles6530]

I think I was smiling as much as you were. I love seeing young people do great things!!! Congrats

[@sinedo]

Thousands of hours later you still brought back that same feeling of my first solo 42yrs ago in a Bell 47G2!! Congratulations!

[@PilotBambi]

Thankyou so much!

[@Jobratedman]

Me too. first solo was in a Bell TH-13, 1964

[@billmoran3812]

The first time you are alone in an aircraft in the air, is a really amazing feeling! You also realize, it’s entirely up to you now. You are right, it’s hard to explain what that feels like. I remember thinking my life was now totally in my own hands. There aren’t many places you can experience that.

[@David_P132]

Exactly.

[@amc7988]

Volé solo por primera vez en un ultraligero, de eso hace muchos años y nunca olvidaré mi primer solo!

[@vsucountryboy]

A car.

[@MakeAsylumsGre4tAgain]

@@vsucountryboy lol lame 😒 cars are grounded genius. you can just push the brake slightly and everything is okay

[@lukemarshall4453]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who talks to them self a lot when they fly solo feels so much more relaxing :)

[@PilotBambi]

So true!

[@tk5067]

I absolutely LOVE seeing someone so excited about their first solo. If you were nervous, it didn't show. You seemed confident, competent, and like you were having the time of your life. Congratulations, and well done!

[@PilotBambi]

Thank you so much!!

[@evinkleinman6052]

You are a good example to other novice fliers of the value of confidence, competence and passion

[@gherardolazzeri6139]

Any time a new pilot wears new wings, the stars are smiling! Wow! You made me feel again my solo sensations!

[@sgbirch]

You said you can’t put into words how you feel. Every pilot knows exactly how you felt, thank you for bringing back my own first solo thirty years ago, you brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.

[@LuBiBochum]

Same with me....🙂

[@siras2]

Me too - I did my first solo in a Hot Air Balloon and just me in the basket without passengers (ballast) the thing was so light it didn't want to come down!. Great vid, happy landings!.

[@aircampilot8025]

you need no words your face says it all awesome living the dream

[@PilotBambi]

Haha couldn't hide the excitement!

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Our God is an Awesome God. He created the entire universe and everyone and everything in it. How Awesome is it that Jesus Christ died on a cross to save us from our sins. Nowadays everyone and everything is awesome. Guess that makes God and Jesus Christ, just alright, as the 70's song goes

[@Peter.Jensen]

@@JohnSmith-uy7sv 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@capta1nc]

Your enthusiasm is the only infectious thing that we need right now, keep it up!

[@roaldleroux2123]

Wow.....everything I experienced watching this clip has been repeated here below. Well done...brought back SO MANY memories

[@itsmeklev]

Good morning! I haven't started school yet, but throughout this video, I so picture myself flying solo and smiling too. You brought joy to my future. I cant wait to get started.. Sept 17, 2021.. I'm going to come back to this video whenever I'm ready to fly. Keep smiling!!

[@cobbsquaredinc5515]

[@dennisnyamweya6974]

Did my first solo 21 years ago but feels like yesterday! My joy has been releasing students for their first solos for the past 11 years, seeing them come back safely, is captivating....

[@SteveRoberts1]

After 32 years of flying helicopters, I still remember my first solo. Your smile said it all. Well done.

[@ziepex7009]

wholesome

[@soundzrinmygarden3833]

Isn't it fun to do something that makes you so happy you giggle like a child. That is pure happiness, good for you.

[@VickersDoorter]

I did my first R44 solo 20 years ago. This reminds me how exciting it was, but at the same time it's a reminder that every second of concentration and actions counts to keep you form certain death. At least on this model she didn't have to remember to pull for carb heat.

[@uzoiheds]

This bring all my emotions flooding back. My solo was in an R22. This was beautiful to watch, girl!!! Congratulations!!!

[@jmac659]

My CFI did 2 take off and landings with me, then asked me to take him to the hanger. He got out and before he closed the door, I asked him, “you’re sure I can do this?” He looked at me and said, “you got this!” Might have been my 3 best landings (private pilot - C152), ever!!! 20 years past. Remember this day and be proud!!! You did this!!!

[@yankeealfa2339]

Only those who have actually had the luxury of experiencing their first solo understand what that does to you.....great job and the smile on your face says it all!

[@jasonMB999]

It made me weak in the legs

[@redryderaus]

You don't need words. Your smile and obvious joy say more than words ever could. Congrats !

[@hedjudd]

Your grin and excitement reminds me of myself 30 years ago. You are just such a delightful person to be able watch develop, especially as you have flown into many fields in South Africa that i have too.

[@wynandloubser7646]

Kan jy Afrikaans praat . Hi Hedley all the way from Aus

[@hedjudd]

@@wynandloubser7646 hi ek is heeltemaal tweelingual ek praat biede tales deliciously 😂 How is it in the east of pretoria (aus)

[@wynandloubser7646]

@@hedjudd a blessing to live here mate

[@Aviation101]

I loved this!!! Congratulations! 🤩

[@AviatorGamer]

Oh hey!

[@PilotBambi]

Thanks Josh!! 😁

[@skankhunt3624]

@@PilotBambi so........ when are you going to take us all for a helicopter ride?🙂🚁

[@ThePDrizzle]

You know you’ve made it when MrAviation comments on your video. Or is it the other way around? 😂 Congrats on the solo!

[@bosephusray165]

Women dont belong in the cockpit

[@tobiaspopall406]

Hey Congratulations!!!! it`s so great to see you happy like that!! i can feel you appreciate it. I wish you all the best. Enjoy it and of course yourself!! Fly safe!

[@padillajoe7777]

Its so unique seeing her smiling of joy as she makes it to the sky, an angel like her there she belongs.

[@timkelley6616]

So nice to see somebody smile like that after 2020.

[@Beet5090]

If you don’t talk with yourself during a solo is it really a solo?

[@sl66ggehrubt]

Yelling, screaming, singing, hollering, talking shit about ATC.

[@RureLyther]

@@sl66ggehrubt I throw in some beatboxing too occasionally

[@Jack-hz9vr]

@@RureLyther Haha love it!

[@Aligatorxx3]

@@RureLyther 😂 you legend

[@jdickson242]

Yeah i think I did quite a bit of swearing on my first solo

[@arwenphoenix1]

I can not tell you how many dreams I have had of flying helicopters, and most of them alone. This video brings the feeling of what I feel when flying in my dreams. Thank you for this Pilot Bambi!

[@francoisona]

Her joy at flying. It's so beautiful to see. For a few millisecond I felt i was doing it. Thank you

[@johnd7564]

I soloed more than 40 years ago at Ft. Rucker, Alabama. I don't remember how many circuits I did, but I remember I popped up to my first rock-solid hover, and I remember laughing with joy just as she did. Flying is such an amazing feeling of freedom.

[@brianlangley215]

I can see the sheer joy in your smile and laugh, Good for you, Hope you get to do that for a LONG time.

[@kenistonjr]

I was literally smiling watching this. Congratulations. You make it look so easy!

[@ian3902]

I love watching first solo videos. It was great to see you never stopped smiling the whole time 😁

[@CarverMenne]

That has to be the most genuine smile the world has ever seen

[@Remykapel]

You can feel her pride, so rad 💛🤙

[@SeanKayGee]

I admire you so much. You don’t see many female rotary pilots and here you are! I wanted to be a pilot when I was in high school but my parents said it cost too much to pay for the school and my dream died then. After watching charter pilots fly in and out at the F1 this weekend, my dream has awoken. I’m following your journey. ❤️

[@TheGreatWasian_]

The military will pay for your training if you can make the cut .

[@Broker205]

As someone that would love to pilot a helicopter, thank you for sharing this moment with us! Congratulations! 😊

[@janstopczyk]

Do it, man!

[@NickMasseyRideon]

Congrats Pilot! I have been following for a while now and watching you grow as a Pilot has been nothing short of amazing. You go Girl!

[@kenyoung799]

So happy for you. Your solo brings back found memories of my fixed wing solo 45 years ago! I’m feeling all the same trills again, thank you for sharing this!

[@buoytoys]

She is so happy!!!! This made us smile !!

[@arthurh1231]

Your smile says everything congratulations that awesome.

[@noahpfeifer6931]

Congratulations! It´s so fun to see your excitement ;-) I am doing my PPL-H here in germany (on a Cabri G2) and had my first solo yesterday. Such a great expirience...

[@svshootingstar]

Love the unrestrained joy!

[@Hug_life]

I am binge watching all these helicopter pilot KZbin videos that motivated me to change my career path at 33 years old and to not be afraid! I’m so excited that I finally secured my funding and got accepted into the associates degree program in Aviation technology: Helicopter Pilot! In less than 8 months I will have my private and commercial license AND an instrument rating! I cannot wait!!! Thank you to all you pilots out there in KZbin land that made videos or commented in the comment sections discussions all the topics I needed to hear to make my decision! :) Congratulations on such a beautiful first solo flight!

[@blave549]

Beautiful. And also -- the flight too! Your smiles are priceless.

[@janiwaite9360]

Really enjoy the videos, I remember my first solo in R44. It was very nerve wracking but so exciting and enjoyable!

[@roryfleming8581]

Such a strange feeling having an empty seat beside you for the first time! That looked an excellent flight and your enthusiasm is infectious! Hope you have many happy flights and safe landings 😃👍

[@ryanmcgowan3061]

"I'm alone!" I remember saying that on my first solo. That feeling...

[@skankhunt3624]

That's the first thing I say everyday when I wake up😞

[@trinipilot2246]

I said the same thing myself when I soloed!!!

[@honey-zt9sl]

Oh man, I don’t even think I can imagine what you felt like, can’t help but get emotional. well done you. Amazing.

[@nemesisone8927]

i was 16 first solo man i was like uhmmm what am i doing ? lmao my uncle was watching me he was a 747 captain so yea i had to do it right :)

[@TommyG11814]

Bambi you are such a talented young lady, the world can use more like you. Happy flying !!!!!

[@daan.4463]

Zelfs na 1 jaar is deze video nog steeds een reminder aan de mensheid hoe mooi het leven kan zijn, wat een view! Even after 1 year this video is still a reminder to humanity how beautiful life can be, what a view!

[@musoseven8218]

That must be an awesome feeling! Thanks for sharing - VERY cool. After only 9 hours? too. Great instructor, calm, collected and positive/encouraging.

[@hidingposer3422]

I remember my solo in 1982. Cessna 150. Same cautions about weight difference. I took off like normal. But being 200 pounds lighter I was climbing like a rocket. All the instruments were okay. Had the thought about messing up. Then the training took over. I did a touch and go and bounced it a little bit. Second landing was okay. Taxied over and picked up my instructor and we flew home.

[@alistairmackenzie6152]

Fantastic video! Love the enthusiasm you seem to have for life in general it is very infectious! Your instructor seems an absolutely fantastic guy also! Hoping to start a PPL (A) this year and would love to find a patient and positive instructor like that to take me on the journey!

[@elpygargue188]

Congratulations mademoiselle! It reminded my first solo Alone in the plane !!!😂

[@robertkay9871]

Wow! You're doing so great..😊

[@userfortytwo]

Nicely done! That feeling when you go solo is so special and will follow you the rest of your life. I certainly recollect how my solo in a glider was and can totally identify with your realization midair as to how ridiculous it all of a sudden is to sit there alone, with a big smile, and not having an instructor to ask anymore :-D Awesome video, thanks for sharing

[@headsbrainmode]

I had tears in my eyes the whole time, I was with you on the flight... this is so beautiful

[@jf6720]

That smile says it all! Congratulations, and great camera angles.

[@philguitfiddle]

Congrats... It's so rare that you see such happiness. I hope you enjoy flying. Love the narrative of you stating what was going on in a crisp manner. I would fly with you.

[@rickbarrington]

Your sheer joy on accomplishing flight took me back to my own first solo. Bravo, congrats and welcome to the friendly skies!

[@Democrazyandfreespeechfirst]

I feel the proudness and happiness with you. Your lucky feelings and smile talks it out. Great great great 😊 congratulations I loved to watch it. Keep going with helicopters, might be a good chance in todays time to built up on it. Always so much fun like you had on your solo and save flights and landings for ever. Take care...you are now Heli Bambi! And to the about 30 negative voters on this vid, a little message: please take your frustrations to another playground, want to see you on a heli solo and will vote you then.

[@markboucher1549]

Wow i was waiting for an update 😁 Congrats on your solo!Man what a moment.

[@scotted3140]

I soloed in fixed wing aircraft in 1981 & i may not remember much details about the flight but seeing the smile on your face & the giggles brought back the feeling i had on my first solo it was a real sense of accomplishment. So congratulations on your accomplishment & I know you will have many more.

[@flapthrottle4394]

No one will forget his first solo.... congratulations and many more happy landings! Well done. 👏

[@geminiadventures8028]

I remember my 1st solo 20 years ago. I felt your enthusiasm while watching this video and was smiling right along with you because it's exactly how I felt. Sadly, I only got to 135 hours in the Bell 47 before all funding ran out and life stepped in with some changes. But, it's a feeling I will never forget. Nice job!!

[@josehonoriocosta6092]

Você mostrou muita tranquilidade durante o vôo, fez um pouso suave, excelente.

[@Nilskanalen]

We've all been waiting for this moment, Congrats!

[@PilotBambi]

Thankyou!!

[@LuizSchmidt]

The happiness on your face reminded me my first solo. Congratulations! You did it!

[@PilotBambi]

First solo's are truly unforgettable. Thanks Luiz! 😁

[@tonsomhorst4598]

I needed plastic churgery To get the grin of my face, i stil have it. The famous ‘FirstSoloGrin’😛😝😎🚁😎

[@cherylfluege3345]

Hearty congratulations Pilot Bambi! Am originally South African and living in Switzerland since twenty years. I am a good friend of Stephani and her family. Wishing many, many more safe and happy flights! 🇨🇭🚁🇿🇦

[@billiardsstar]

God you put a smile on my face watching how much you love flying.

[@rodrigocamargo2895]

Parabéns!!!! a emoção que você sentiu foi contagiante!!! "DEUS" abençoe...tenha bons voos!

[@gravity2zero1986]

So cool i was just laughing with u when u said: I`m flying alone!

[@Mash4096]

I love watching other people's first solo. I regret not filming my own now..

[@fredfunk6802]

Well done, Miss Bambi. May every flight be as magical as this one was!

[@russelllmetcalf]

Your smile says everything! Anyone who has ever flown rotorcraft knows that feeling. Well done. Congrats!

[@PilotBambi]

thank you so much!

[@Maranatha1968]

Very charming girl!

[@hawkeye1836]

"I'm Alone", no, "you're not" GOD is your Co-Pilot, NEVER forget that !!! ❣💓❣

[@tylerbuck9347]

Amen 🙏

[@-redacted-2214]

The perfect woman doesn't exi..........

[@dannyhurd8646]

Remember my first solo at Pueblo Air Field in Pueblo, CO in a Piper Tomahawk. Really no other feeling like it, looking over and realizing you're alone. This was one of the most genuinely happy video's I've seen in a while. Thanks for sharing

[@jefersonzultanski4000]

Não entendo nada, mas pela qualidade das imagens sem tremer nem balançar, acredito que ela foi bem!

[@thormatt2963]

Great job! I did my first solo in a WCS trike last year. It's so exhilarating when you're alone. Fly safe!

[@marxtr6]

As a 60 year old man, I’m so proud of you. Your excitement was contagious. Good on you young lady.

[@rossiFandallas]

The joy in your voice brought back a lot of memories of when I soloed! Awesome video! And congratulations!

[@berniebrown9115]

If I smiled that much my face would hurt. You are a joy to watch. Keep taking us along with you. You have become my favorite utube personality. Keep on flying girl.

[@Pork-Chopper]

That's totally awesome! Justed started out on an R22 Beta, Have 12 hrs logged. Still practicing hovering, hover taxi, pickups n set downs. I'm not 100% confident, yet, to go up alone, but, I am confident that I will learn the feel of it, n get more proficient each time I fly. Congratulations!!! 🚁 😁 You did great!! I envision it in my mind flying solo already! Got butterflies in my stomach while watching you! Way to go Bambi! Clear Blue n 22

[@CombatDoc54]

WOW!! Such a great video and so fun to watch your expressions!! I am glad that your instructor made a comment about the weight difference without him. I was 16 when I soloed in a Cessna 150 many6 years ago. We did 3 touch & goes, he told me to let him out and told me I was ready to give it a try. By this time, I only had 8 1/2 hours in. This was just a small community airport in NW Arkansas. I let him out and taxied back to take off. He never mentioned anything about the weight difference. I barely got down the runaway about a 1/3 of what I was used to, the plane just seemed to jump in the air, the stall alarm went off, the nose was very high, I instinctively reached down to the trim wheel and just spun it up to bring the nose down. I am proud to say, everything went well after that. When I was in my flight pattern, it was like the happiest day of my life. I was just freaking screaming, laughing and crying at the same time. It was so surreal and so peaceful. Although I loved it so much and after so many years of flying, I never felt that exhilaration again, I never forgot that feeling, and I remember it like it was yesterday. But nothing can compare to the first time alone, never. The feeling of accomplishment and peace. Congratulations!!!!

[@luisotaviochiavaro6233]

Ohhh my gooooddd.... I'm here on my couch feeling alll the feelings i felt on my first solo on 2002... amazing!!! Hugs from Brazil...

[@psblad2667]

The first solo is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!! You will never forget it!! Congratulations!! Hope you got "baptised" properly into the chopper pilot community!!!

[@peggymiller3045]

Thank you for adding captions for your deaf and hard of hearing viewers! Congratulations on your first solo! Your joy was contagious!!

[@paladinhill]

Bambi... you took me back to July 29, 1965 and my first solo... same giddy feeling. Thanks, and let us all kow when you get that heli rating on your license!!

[@cq7415]

You did perfectly. You didn’t seem to want to stop. Can’t blame you. I see you are 23 years old, great to see such a young beautiful lady getting started flying. Your face is so pretty. You must have a wonderful personality too. Thanks for sharing.