MY MOST STRESSFUL TAILWIND LANDING

[@18robsmith]

Ryan "Catch my breath", Brad "no kidding", and both start to breath again. Great flight, lots of instruction, and the silence during the final approach was VERY LOUD and understandably so. God Bless

[@michaelscott4766]

'Zoom on up' aren't words you usually associate with the Kodiak ! Another great video, thanks..

[@AndyL940]

Perfect landing 👍 Those Kodiak’s are the ideal plane for flying around that terrain.

[@FranksMSFlightSimulator]

OMG those ridges and hill-tops were close on approach! Cheers.

[@mmichaeldonavon]

How scary was that, Ryan! But, I loved it. :-) Now, let me get my heart rate down. ha, ha.

[@emylrmm]

looking forward to seeing Brad start to do some hands-on flying from the right seat

[@stevemayfield9476]

I love the approach on this one, so close to the ridges downwind. And someone has a house right on the top (@22mins). Definately an exciting approach..

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

I actually never even realised the housed on final until I was editing the video 🙂

[@joshsheffsagain4662]

@@MissionaryBushPilot don't mistake the houses for your landing zone...

[@SoundzAlive1]

@@joshsheffsagain4662 In PNG every landing strip is someones backyard.

[@PaulGarthAviation]

Nice landing. Congrats on blowing past 200K.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

thanks!

[@ahmedm6041]

This is by far the most rugged mountainous terrain flight I have witnessed. Awesome awesome flight indeed!

[@Fainkom]

I really really enjoyed this one..This is what they call experience..Great flying there Ryan..💯💪🏾

[@jamesgreer8610]

Glad Brad is along. I learn a lot hearing you “think out loud”. Great flight.

[@thegodofhellfire]

Great flying! That dog got a sandblast during parking!

[@POW_RYDER]

I'm a Fighter Jet pilot at Tyndal AFB and your landings make me nervous. Not you, but the Bush runways. Hats off to you.

[@rex69832]

Holy crap, Ryan. What a place to land. You make it look so easy. You have nerves of steel. You definitely greased this one. Super job. Will be interesting to see how Brad does on this one. Always look forward to your videos.

[@V8JOHNNY]

"I'll just catch my breath"............."No kidding" Brad comes across as a cool customer. Keep up the great work Ryan.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

You'll be seeing more of him in the coming months

[@omniryx1]

This 737 pilot will never again grumble about having to land on a short runway. 😁 Much respect, sir.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

thanks!

[@barbhelle5481]

I was holding my breath. Thank you Ryan.

[@ronalddekruif3312]

What a hero! I wish I was 30 years younger, I'd join you immediately. You really make my pilots hart racing again. I wanna renew my license again, tops!

[@David_P132]

Simultaneous flare and three-point touchdown . . . outstanding.

[@WolfPilot]

Ryan, another awesome flight!!! I just love the sound of that turbine.. It makes me all giggidy giggidy giggidy!!!!

[@Toartaulu]

The mountains at the island of Papua is really incredible….👍

[@MidwestMotor]

21:32 - that dog sure wasn't scared of a big loud propeller coming at him! LOL!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

they never seem to be, kinda weird

[@soniklabstudios]

That was ace Ryan! One of the very few times you actually looked a little tense! You must have total faith in yourself to land on a runway like that. I think Brad was a little worried! Brilliant job!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

It's always a little disconcerting sitting in the right seat putting faith in the pilot. I'm the same way when others are flying.

[@soniklabstudios]

@@MissionaryBushPilot I’m the same when someone else is driving! 🤣🤣🤣

[@captmulch1]

How can you tell Brad was max pucker factor?? Because he was acting too cool!!! Nice landing Ryan.

[@terrytavelli8254]

Great job on the landing Ryan. You nailed! Good landings come from preparation and a stabilized approach. Way to go.

[@retrodad6864]

Brad was definitely knuckle crunching but you made it look so easy Ryan. Great to watch. Thanks for posting. 🇬🇧👍

[@mistermikeanson]

That was quite a landing!

[@homertalk]

You rock dude! I'll be here when you hit a million subs.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Won't that be the day 🎉👍

[@robertwren2289]

You didn't let us know that you were feeling stressed at all. Good pilot!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

like a duck, calm on top of the water, freaking out under kicking furiously

[@md4droid]

OMG, that was insane! Beautifully done, Ryan. Thank you for sharing your office with us. :)

[@deanalm5492]

Pleasure to watch Ryan….life can be wonderful can’t it…? Enjoy..

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

You got that right!

[@weybikerlad7388]

Stunning scenery and video - you feel as if you are a passenger onboard such is the in flight realism generated. Tks.

[@staralioflundnv]

Bursting through those clouds was totally breathtaking! Exhilarating and ethereal flashback that took me back to a part of a song that goes, "Take My Breath Away" written by Giorgio Moroder and Tom Whitlock for the 1986 film Top Gun. Maybe it is a glimpse of Heaven. Awesome flight Ryan!

[@mjotd8670]

So, your flying an aircraft over rugged terrain, also training a pilot how to fly PNG, AND informing the viewers what is happening every second of the flight!! - so the next video we see see you doing all this plus wing walking?? - Pretty cool Ryan, awesome video, keep em coming!

[@markbarrett7520]

I always heard about landing and taking off at Aziana. Very short airstrip for sure. Your skills to land the Kodiac there is impressive. It's also awesome to see the performance of the Kodiac. Thanks Ryan and Brad for this great video.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks Mark

[@FourRulesRacing]

Even though we know how the story ends, it doesn't make it any less exciting! Zero margin for error on that one.

[@joshsheffsagain4662]

Tell you what Ryan, you're the epitome of that analogy of being a swan... Cool and serene on the surface, but as your "catch my breath' comment suggests, peddling furiously underneath! Stunning scenery and footage, as always. Best job in the world, getting paid for doing good in the world AND flying in a beautiful place by the seat of your pants. 👏👍 Edit: forgot to say, it's interesting watching Brad's progression. First video he was very quiet, taking in the scenery and generally a bit of that "new guy" quietness. This video, he's calling stuff out, getting involved, it's great to see, and daftly, somewhat reassuring and comforting to someone like me who lives with anxiety and a overwhelming self awareness that can be really inhibiting because it constantly runs through your head that other people are looking at you and judging. Despite knowing that it's normal behaviour for someone new to not know something. As I said, daft really.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Yes, as Brad is a new pilot, I can sympathize with him, it was very overwhelming for me when I started

[@edwardhewer8530]

Great video. Interesting to watch how distracting it is while you are teaching fellow pilot. Amazing how fast things happen. Cheers.

[@EricHeston98]

that was a great landing and the camera angles are top notch

[@daviator4720]

Great job expecting the unexpected... Like a sudden winds at committal, or maybe that dog or kid that runs across the strip where there are few options for recovery... Taking that breath after landing, reminds me of the tenuous nature of our life... Just a breath away from eternity... From a flying prospective, you are only as good as your last landing. Blessings from the city o brotherly love PHL ...

[@andelchallenger5516]

Amazing how calm and focused you are during the approach and land. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Pilots are to act like a duck, calm on top of the water, and furiously kicking their feet under the water. 😁

[@steveyork1664]

That was nail biting I’m telling ya. VERY IMPRESSED. Stay safe.

[@txnetcop]

I was a decent and careful pilot but you, Amigo, are a steely-eyed great pilot!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks

[@kurtkris]

Edge of my seat here .. nice landing Ryan! Really enjoy your videos.

[@hepgeoff]

I noticed everyone went silent as you were coming in for the landing. I'm sure you need full concentration during your approach. That runway looked short, more like someone's front lawn instead of an actual airstrip. Great flying, Ryan!

[@martinschwaikert5433]

No talking while approach or start besides flight related or common load calls. Who's talking is not flying

[@conrailquality1999]

Very nice, I've always wanted to explore Papua New Guinea, glad I sorta can by watching your videos.

[@scottacissel]

Just love these vids! Your calmness and dedication to the details and sequences actually are soothing for me to watch. They encourage me to do things always in a manner of excellence and not take shortcuts. Great job as always.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Awesome, thank you!

[@claudiaperfetti7694]

Totally agree with this thoughtful comment!!

[@flybyairplane3528]

RYAN, HIIt took me some time before I saw that runway, real fun, & SHORT to boot . Stay well all of you GOD BLESS, 🇵🇬🇵🇬🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mcivordawn9105]

Now, that gets the blood pumping Ryan! Great piece of flying, terrific flight amongst the mountains and valleys, really breathtaking….stay safe….Roger

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

thanks for watching

[@joemartino6976]

You don't have to be a pilot to appreciate the skill on display in this video.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks

[@fireflyrobert]

One word for that one - awesome!! Great flying Ryan.

[@stephenguarasci1041]

That was the toughest approach i’ve seen yet!

[@ursmuller3704]

Thanks Ryan for this great video. What an awesome landscape and landing at Aziana! God bless and stay safe.

[@mattheww1779]

These are the best videos! keep it up Ryan and Brad!🤩🛬

[@devonshire56]

Wheeew !!! I'm still catching my breath on that one. I find myself driving my car in traffic like you fly. It's rubbing off on a number of your viewers also who comment the with the same observation in their daily life whether flying or doing anything else that requires attention to details. I don't fly much anymore but you have certainly given me a reason the watch with envy.

[@michaelsales4908]

Great flying Ryan.Noticed the quick transition to flare. Would have loved to catch the action in cockpit action though.All good experience for Brad though.Stay safe Michael.

[@jacklongo3599]

Great flying Ryan!! BULLY Super instincts!!👍👊

[@richardhobbs8433]

What a spectacular finish to this marvelous flight.GREAT!

[@lordk-rings3690]

WELL DONE CHAPS... KEEP FLYING SAFELY...

[@MichaelWillems]

Geez. I need a few hours rest after watching that. Hats off to you, man.

[@davidbjornstad7759]

Thanks for the ride-along. I know what you mean about wanting to be in control; that's why I don't like airline flying, in spite of the fact that I did a fair amount of it, especially in my last few years working for the guv'mint.

[@kam70111]

Love the greenery. Beautiful.

[@johnkerr1953]

I really enjoyed that flight Ryan, looked really smooth no bumps, you are a great pilot , thank you.

[@tjc1725]

That is an impressive approach. I tense up when you say, “We are committed.”

[@mko3753]

Wow. Final / touchdown is a challenge but have to say that the approach is something else too. Thank you for sharing!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tomkiefer2386]

WOW I was holding my breath!

[@lornemartin7636]

So cool under pressure. And so similar to my day (night) job resuscitating patients in the ER. Your industry is so much better with structure and checklists, and I love your adherence to protocol. We need more of that in critical care medicine. I like the way you verbalize for the audience, I do that myself when managing an acute situation. Keeps the mind clear and lets everyone else know what you are thinking.

[@mjotd8670]

Total respect for your job, Thank you for what you do!

[@NathanElcoate]

Absolutely insane approach! And wow nailed that landing!

[@leokimvideo]

Even a dog on the runway to add to the stresses

[@helibob2367]

You certainly don't have to worry about getting your cardiovascular for that day! Done and done! I'm trying to imagine what it would be like riding right seat on that one! That's definitely an e-ticket ride.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

The only downside to it is high blood pressure for long periods of time 😏

[@helibob2367]

@@MissionaryBushPilot Was it last episode where you were asking us if we were getting bored with these videos? Yeah, right! Lolol!

[@claudiaperfetti7694]

Breath taking Brian! Awesome! Good job! God bless you!!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stillsearching5780]

Understand that! Had to catch my breath just watching the video!!!!! I realized I wasn’t breathing at the end and almost passed out!

[@patrickheavirland3599]

Good morning from Minnesota USA!! Nice landing!!

[@milesdee1806]

I am sure each ridge you flew over gave a different wind "feel" up or down drafts. Constant adjustments but you make it like a yawner. Good stuff Ryan & Brad!

[@ronsites2694]

Very nice, great flying. Thanks for the video.

[@gregcleeve6810]

It will be interesting to see whether Brad (after a qualifying period) ends up putting cameras on his planes and doing his own videos and commentary.....at least he would have had a great teacher.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

not sure. I enjoy making videos regardless of the content, so he would have to enjoy doing that first before I could see him making these types of videos.

[@losmosquitos1108]

Ha, the one dislike was the pilot who crash landed on the strip! Got him, Thx for entertainment and teaching. Michelle ♥️🇺🇾👍

[@soundofheartrelaxation652]

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[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad you enjoyed

[@soundofheartrelaxation652]

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[@Professor_sckinnctn]

Wow. So impressive, and such a beautiful set of views (and I was catching my breath sometimes just watching). Thanks!

[@dougbourdo2589]

Sure is a far cry from Kingman, Arizona. Equally beautiful but really different colors.

[@mrsaskriders]

Holy f*** that is intense. Really intense. Stay safe you guys. I love your videos.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

thanks Andy

[@rolandgardiner3059]

There is only one word for that, Unbelievable! There is not much room for era in that terrain.

[@schlempy]

Every video I'm like, no way he is going to land on the hill..then he lands on a hill with a 15 degree slope with no problems. Yet another nice landing...

[@ahwwsten]

Man, what a landing! Great video Ryan.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yams900]

Good work guys ! Your videos assists my flying in FS2020 as well

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

great to hear it

[@ZK-767]

Now that's is experience, awesome landing Ryan..love your videos watching from fiji island

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks for watching!

[@jpb72]

Amazing, brave and you can fly me anywhere

[@rusnsc7622]

Awesome video, Thanks Gents.

[@stephenacman3244]

Wow. Incredible!

[@ferglesnerk]

Haha. I flicked through to the landing, watched that then went back to the start to watch the whole video. I'll stick to driving my bus, thanks.

[@MightyRob1]

Nailed that landing!

[@dabuya]

May God keep you safe! Your skills are amazing.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thank you very much!

[@kingfisch]

Your skill is impressive. Another great video!🙏🙏

[@flanerpete2040]

Awesome landing, Ryan!

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

Thanks

[@OlavSurlandHansen]

Jesus, this was an exciting one!

[@jonathanholzmann]

Great landing Ryan! 👍👍👍

[@WhiskeyDale]

NAILED IT !

[@josephrasberry3850]

Awesome job! Loving the channel.

[@danschreck834]

outstanding, nobody knows until they have done it,,good job!

[@YanDaOne_QC]

73 views and 252 thumbs up right now...... we can definitely say that people likes it