My Thoughts On The Recent Paramotor Fatalities... - Pt. 2

[@pamness7728]

Tucker, thank you for making this video and the tactful way you explained things. It was my brother who died in incident 1 at AFC. He would have wanted to have the PPG community learn from his mistake and equipment malfunction. You did a great job at bringing awareness to the sport he loved so much. To those of you who were there and helped him as well as shared information about what happened, thank you. My family and I genuinely appreciate it. To his PPG family, whom we asked to help educate by this tragic accident... great job. Tucker, we grew up in the same neck of the woods in NJ where you are and my brother loved his motorcycle as well. You are kindred spirits and I’m certain he would be honored that you took the time to do this justice. A heart felt thank you. Question to the PPG community, should this accident be recorded with USPPA?

[@TuckerGott]

I am so sorry for your loss. 😔 Thank you for sharing a little bit about your brother. I never had an opportunity to meet him but I'm sure we would have enjoyed flying together. I always hope that sharing incidents like this will help at least one person in the future.

[@pamness7728]

@@TuckerGott thank you. Question, In your opinion, should his accident be registered with USPPA?

[@Robert468us]

Yes I think the accidents have been recorded so peoples can see exactly what went wrong to prevent some one else doing the same thing in the future . If I died I would want it showed on video so we could make the sport safer for other to enjoy safer for the future !!

[@mikeemartin2387]

I am sorry for your loss. Teary eyes fill my face as prayers are made to you and your family.

[@Trendiest]

I just bought a paramotor from the brother of the AFC crash. He is giving up the sport due to his brothers death. They both were in air conceptions with the tornado. He told me, when I bought the paramotor, just to never launch left as the torque is just to much to the right with that motor. I’m a beginner so I don’t know if adjusting is possible with how powerful the motor is. But I feel you are doing a good thing Tucker talking about it. And I believe his brother would also thank you for this safety video.

[@flyul1]

I was at the Arizona Flying Circus Prepared for launch when the Fatality occurred. I both saw the impact and watched video a friend caught when he was preparing to video my launch. Some background. The pilot had switched from a less powerful Paramotor to a Tornado. A very powerful Paramotor. More power = more twist potential. Always be carful when stepping up to a more powerful Paramotor. Be prepared to back off the power as soon as you detect a twist starting. Do not wait until it gets bad. That is too late. I was informed by a very reliable witness who was on the impact seen. His helmet and forehead impacted the bumper of a car on initial impact. Thanks for the video. I just got my motorcycle out as well.

[@TuckerGott]

Thanks for the insight and I'm sorry you had to witness that. I still have a feeling that there was something else going on. I've flown a tornado on an air conception frame and the torque was very well managed.

[@troymcgrew9822]

I was standing behind and to the left when he took off and initially thought his right leg strap wasn’t connected. Later, a friend saw his equipment and said the leg straps were connected and both had been cut by paramedics or the first people who got to him. When he took off, his body rotated clockwise from my perspective and he skidded to the left. Once he gained altitude (20-30 feet), his right hand came down and was messing with his harness kind of like he was having trouble getting seated and that is when the twist happened. Well never really know the exact reasons which caused this, and it’s easy to speculate because you want to understand what happened, and figure out how to stop a similar incident from happening.

[@shootingwithsheps]

@@troymcgrew9822 was this Dustins crash?

[@gpaull2]

One of the hardest parts about learning to fly is learning when NOT to fly

[@huffpappy]

Better to be on the ground wishing you were in the air than to be in the air wishing you were on the ground.

[@crayder1100]

@@huffpappy I don't think most people are either of those. If you want to be in the air, you fly and enjoy it. If you don't want to fly... don't. The only exceptions would be you're crashing or too poor to fly.

[@stevenlarratt3638]

@@crayder1100 i think you have mis read the meaning of his message.

[@crayder1100]

@@stevenlarratt3638 perhaps you could explain then

[@stevenlarratt3638]

@@crayder1100 as pilots we in the community always wish to be in the air, the risk of being in the air outside of anyones flight envelope as well as personal ability means that we all should be on the ground wanting to fly, instead of being in the air wanting to be on the ground.

[@joshperryppg]

I've already told my wife, and my paramotor friends, if something bad happens to me while flying paramotor, I want that video released to the public so people can learn from it.

[@jquest43]

Don Croft died at 70

[@asarnth]

Release to the public for another one bite the dust!

[@albynospyder4120]

👍

[@joshperryppg]

@@-BUFFALOMan Do you even fly paramotor? No? Then get back in your armchair, keyboard warrior.

[@joshperryppg]

@@-BUFFALOMan Ok keyboard warrior. So brave!

[@torrypope3218]

Ray was a great guy,always had a smile.We flew together a few times.His Memorial is today.Blue skies forever Ray!

[@ThomasGrillo]

Hey Tucker! Enjoyed the on-bike discussion. Very tastefully done. Thanks, and condolences to the families of the pilots referred to, in this video.

[@johnrutkowski9005]

A common theme any time these things happen seems to be that they were one corrective action away from not being in the video, and that alone makes it worth discussing. If this video results in one person letting off throttle during a twist or braking a big surge, it's worth it. If I were ever to make a mistake, I would want it discussed in detail. Also, a lot of snowmobiles in the comments apparently!

[@abelferia1]

First, my condolences to the families involved in these sad incidents. I was moved by your level of professionalism and caring. You are doing us a great favor by sharing your thoughts. I always listen and learn from your comments and value your opinions. Thank you, Tucker.

[@TuckerGott]

Much appreciated. Hopefully bringing awareness to the situations in which the accidents occurred helps someone out.

[@CraigSmith568]

Well said. My feelings also.

[@jonnyabrudan]

@@TuckerGott Yes sir it helps and you are right, I love watching you riding your FZ-07 , instead sitting behind your desk 😄👍

[@froggie6608]

This young man is not only a credit to himself, but to his sport and to the youth of our great nation. Well done Tucker!

[@frankiepaul9869]

Gay

[@esnyder77]

Hell yea🇺🇸

[@dr_awesome_1010]

@@frankiepaul9869 lol, imagine being so sad that you say this when someone is just trying to compliment a content creator. Pathetic really...

[@frankiepaul9869]

@@dr_awesome_1010 no one care what you think... you are nothing to me.

[@dr_awesome_1010]

@@frankiepaul9869 First of all, your grammar is appalling. Secondly, if I am nothing to you, then why respond. Lastly you are a homophobic, pathetic person trying to make yourself feel better by insulting others. Got nothing to say? Probably good, it wouldn't be worth my time. Have a great day :)

[@misc8932]

I became and instructor almost 20 years ago because when I started flying I saw so many people spend so little time caring abotu safety. I knew that being an instructor they would teach me things for cloud formations to thermal conditions when passing over different colored obstacles to eddies around building. The thing that kept me good was never skipping my preflight checklist - and add things to it if I had mods. For instance I added a fuel shutoff valve and one day I forgot to check it and as I was sitting to let my PPC warm up, it shut off. Fortunately one of my added checklist was to sit in my PPC and let it warm up for 3 min. That helps know if they are issues with the carbs, etc. Anyways, I added it to my checklist. The other thing is that many people don't do homework to understand the dynamics of flight of their aircraft. They just get in it and fly. You made a suggestion of letting go of the power. That is a good suggestion but also horrible in other cases. If you have to clear an obstacle (because there are times it will surprise you) you have to counter the torque with your chute which I understand you said not to do - and that would not be correct. If in that situation for instance your torque is turning you to the left into your chute, you apply left turn to drag your chute faster than you turn into it. I was flying over a lake and they had power lines crossing the lake with no power poles in the lake. It is a situation that required full power, torque twist, and left turn to fly straight. Torque is not better or worse than in the old days except for the weight of the prop. Torque became a little less because the mass went down from wood to synthetics - but most of the torque is because of prop/air resistance. In the old days we had counter rotating props which were super phenomenal but it drives the cost up. With all that said, I want everyone to be safe and even the safest people will have accidents - but greater than 90% of accidents are due to not taking the training seriously [equipment, self evaluation, judgement [flying in improper conditions or in an improper manner], understanding flight characteristics of your craft, having and practicing multiple out scenarios, etc. It remains unchanged in two decades.

[@jacobusvanderwalt9223]

Massive 👊 respect from South Africa my my brother... flew for 2 years until my wifey got pregnant with our eldest... she is turning 8 this year and I feel the need.... the need for slow speed

[@qaannat]

It was a heck of a lot better than sitting all monotone at your desk.

[@robertwren2289]

Tucker, Why don't paramotor chutes have cutaways like in Skydiving? Seems it would be easer to deploy a reserve and not worry about getting it tangled in the main chute.

[@drewmortenson]

excellent question

[@KingOfComedyXD]

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[@sandorrendeczky8549]

Thank you so much man, for donating the first week of AD Revenue to Resurgence PPG! And also, for making another video discussing paramotor fatalities....and just as you said, I also would want people to discuss an accident that happened to me, in hope others could learn from it. Everyone, let's please all make this a safe flying season! Blue skies and epic sunsets!

[@immrfun]

The Arizona pilot was a friend of mine. I was there in the area but only saw the video as I was flying when the incident actually occurred. I was with him while we waited for assistance. Weather was not a factor. We had a desert storm pass through earlier but winds were light thereafter and many people were flying, including me. The air was smooth at the time. He had a line break earlier in the day and had just replaced it. Unknown if he made an error in that process. I can say he launched in a congested area of RVs etc. likely for convenience rather than the wide open field. The video shows him in a hard bank turn low over the RVs which seems abnormal to me as one would typically fly out straight until one is clear of obstacles. This leads me to think his glider was not flying right. One should pull up the wing before each flight to make sure the lines are clear. Unknown if he did that. Once in the hard bank turn he applied full power leading to over torquing of the motor and a half riser twist that caused the wing to be forced downward because the motor was then pushing upward in the opposite direction. The wing then impacted hard into the ground from about 30ish feet. Had he let off the throttle instead pendulum stability would have brought him back to equilibrium. I speculate he applied full throttle because he was low and at a sharp bank angle over RVs. Of course, we can only guess at this point as we can not obviously interview the pilot. The takeaway from this is the same with most aviation accidents. There were a combination of errors that occurred likely due to complacency because he was experienced and had successfully flown hundreds of flights before without incident. Had he carefully checked his wing, walked to the open field to launch in an area clear of obstacles, and/or reduced power to land when other issues arose, this would have been a non-event. Every form of aviation is dangerous and potentially deadly. I have been flying multiple types of aircraft for 35 years without incident. That could change tomorrow. We accept risk when we venture into the air to experience the miracle of flight, something people only imagined until very recent human history. If you choose to pilot any aircraft, get instruction, follow all the recommendations, and never be complacent on safe procedures and flights. You can have a high likelihood of a safe flying career if you do so. Happy flights!

[@videopokernetwork6824]

You are one of the best things this sport has to offer. Thank you for your insight into these two tragic events.

[@jimmynoname4089]

The kids at the park. Lol

[@adamdobrzanski6631]

Condolences to all involved. Including the emergency responders. Some people might think us pilots have a screw loose because we all understand the risk we all take of paying the ultimate price. The reward of personal flight is worth more to us then that risk. Always will be. Godspeed to those mentioned in the video.

[@briansmobile1]

1:02 Solid.

[@Charlie1821]

It took a slew of fatalities for the wingsuit base community to take a step back and learn from it.

[@eddiepreas3693]

I think about how some of the the things I have learned that keeps me safe as a pilot, that some gave their lives for me to learn that lession. Makes me appreciate learning more if that makes sense

[@dalgrim]

8:30 pumping your own gas in NJ?!? Reported to the FAA...errr.. um....

[@Droning-ON]

Completely agree with your comments 01:00, one of the biggest frustrations in the PPG community is the uproar caused by talking about incidents, yet it is essential to talk about incidents for others to learn of the mistakes made, and to avoid dying in a similar scenario.

[@vladvoznyuk]

Kudos to you, Tucker, for finding a way to support our veterans. Love your channel :)

[@stangshorts2504]

This is the first time I'm hearing about these incidents. Thanks for the video overviewing what happened.

[@BeRadWill]

Well done. Condolences to the families who had a loss. When it’s my time to go I can only hope it’s doing something I love and am passionate about.

[@larsonadventures580]

We were at AFC and were witnesses on the ground. We saw the entire incident and have footage of the last moments. To me he was struggling to get into his seat right before he started to torque, but I am not sure if that would contribute to the incident or not? It has been very traumatic to witness this and we really appreciate how you re-enacted it with your miniature PPG pilot and your thoughts on the incident. Thank you for your respect and honor of both families. We will be posting our AFC video soon from Larson Adventures. We were camped next to your friend Ross at the event. Thank you for all you do for the flying community. Diane & Roger Larson

[@Chris_the_Muso]

Getting into the seat would change things, if it changed the upward angle of the motor. By my understanding It's the upward angle that turns torque into twist (Kris's riser twist video on PPGzone). Possibly, getting into the seat flattens the angle and reduces the tendency to twist. If I've also worked it out right getting into the seat flattens the angle by putting the weight of the legs further forward. It seems that the correct course of action would be to reduce power to idle to stop the twist, get into the seat, and then power away from the ground as long as you have enough room/clearance. I'm still deciding if I should get into this sport as it would fulfil a childhood dream so this is a bit of an eye opener. It's good that the community talks about things the way they do because education is the key to making pilots safer.

[@hxckideskimo]

Hey Roger, we met shortly after AFC when you pulled up next to my car on you motorcycle. From my understanding he had recently gotten a new motor with more horsepower than what he was used to, which plays a large role in the torque. Also, a possible explanation was getting his throttle stuck. From what I heard, after impact his throttle was still going, so it could have been stuck. I didn't see the whole thing, but I saw him bring the wing up, looked away, then fall out of the sky. Tragic.

[@larsonadventures580]

@@hxckideskimo Yes I remember you. I had heard later he was having some problems with his throttle and had a very powerful motor.

[@apexballoons]

Hi Diane & Roger, I may have met one or both of you that evening. You were probably the one(s) I overheard mentioning the video of the tail end of the incident, and I asked if I could view that footage. If that was you, thanks again. I witnessed the whole takeoff and incident from immediately after his running start with wing overhead, while standing next to the observation tower on the flight line (about 150 feet from his point of impact). From my vantage point it was clear that his takeoff was unstable from the very beginning. His wing was shifting left and right overhead as he ran up to takeoff speed, and he jumped into the air when his wing was angled 20-25° to his right of vertical, causing him to launch in an immediate right turn. I thought he was going to swing back into the ground at full speed, but he managed to power out of that. As his wing then swung back over towards his left about the same angle, the torque twist to his right began. I cannot recall if he let up on the throttle at all during his takeoff, but as his wing swung back to the right the twist subsided slightly. As the wing swung to the left again, the twist had fully developed and it was all over. His wing turned fully to his left and nosed down, and he twisted completely around to his right, and fell vertically about 50-60 feet to the ground. It was apparent that it likely was not a survivable impact. A handful of bystanders assisted in attempting to shut off his motor as the prop had shattered and the throttle was stuck open, with fuel spilling out of the tank. One person finally succeeded in pulling the spark plug wire off to shut down the motor and reduce the risk of a post-crash fire. Surprisingly, he still had signs of life and a number of incredible folks did their best to try to save him while waiting for the medevac to arrive. I was saddened to hear the news the next morning that he did not survive. Fly safe out there. - Jon Radowski, Phoenix, AZ

[@pamness7728]

Thank you for honoring my brother at the end of your video.

[@Robbo1966]

Great video tackling a difficult subject, you're a great ambassador for this sport, lovely part of the US

[@bryanmathis224]

This video made me finally realize why I enjoy your vids

[@ParamotorNC]

Well done. It is good for me to pause and reflect on safety issues.

[@williamstrachan]

I've worked a tiny bit in aviation and worked with a pilot who is sadly no longer around after an airshow incident, and... it isn't pleasant to piece together the last moments of someone's life and come to a conclusion that the person may have committed some errors (even one single error is enough let's be real) that snowballed into something we remember... but it is necessary. We all learn from our experiences as individuals, and some of us do not get a 2nd chance to learn from some experiences. I would hate to die from my own misjudgement/mistake and for it to not save someone else. Obviously I would prefer to live, but I would like to not waste the opportunities my learning would offer others. Nice, mature video.

[@apexballoons]

I agree wholeheartedly, which is also the reason I signed up to be an organ donor long ago. So that others may live.

[@joshbarnes5784]

Good content bud! Condolences to the family and friends of those who were in both incidents.

[@schwabit989]

Well done. Tucker, you made a very informative and respectful video. You continue to be a credit to the community and all those interested.

[@coheedbeast2113]

The backbone of aviation safety and procedure is learning from what went wrong. Good perspective.

[@bmitch3020]

My takeaway from this is there are places in NJ you can pump your own gas without the attendant getting upset.

[@wingood94]

I never knew this was a thing, in the UK we always have to do it ourselves. I guess they make more money not having to pay anyone.

[@bmitch3020]

@@wingood94 pretty much every other state in the US is self service too, which is why we all get confused in NJ.

[@MrEmiosk]

@@wingood94 enough incidents where people simply can't handle the subtleties of refueling. Though mostly because some people intentionally sabotage/sets the pumps on fire.

[@timothygermann780]

Diesel is self serve. Gas is not though not sure why he was allowed to pump his own with a motorcycle..

[@redthorn66]

I live in WA, and we pump our own. When in OR they pump your car, but usually let you pump your motorcycle. I assume it's because they don't want to damage your $30,000 Harley.

[@MrSatellitehead]

Your so cool i am a veteran and want to learn this skill. Your channel and what you do is so recharging. Thanks for giving to a great cause.

[@jimcr120]

From one vet to another, go for it. It’s a pleasant community, good camaraderie, and as he said, “It’s as safe as you make it.” I trained last November with my son and we’re continuing in the sport. We do thoroughly enjoy flying and this has connected us to the desire we already had.

[@dariust560]

Another (older) Vet here. Life changing. Trained last March with Aviator PPG. 100% the right decision. Great people, great sport. I’ve been out of the military for over 20 years, I can truly say that I haven’t felt that kind of camaraderie since my military days. So glad I got into the sport. You won’t regret it!

[@YouthfulCrusader]

Man, seeing tucker on that motorcycle is giving me MAD Moto madness vibes

[@HoltAircraft]

you're absolutely right, how you present information is as important as the information, youtube is an attention economy you have to be entertaining to get the word out

[@christophersenters2998]

The burger king tweet was absolutely brilliant marketing. But in all seriousness, I truly appreciate the down to earth, realistic and responsible, respectful position you take in teaching about this sport.

[@kevinalmeida7159]

i feel like fatalities are important to remind us this is living and cherish it and it helps us remember this is an activity you should respect and use caution stay safe

[@randythompson1957]

Tucker is a legend in his own town

[@NANA-xb8ew]

In his own head.

[@ric3281]

You are a good man Tucker, and I thank you for your donation to the Resurgence program, and speading their message. I am a 100% disabled vet and have always dreamed of flying (in my own control). I looked into the program and it looks like they do good things, keep up the good work.

[@Yelnats101]

i want to say, i learn from your channel. i love ultralight aircraft, i was on the look out for a weedhopper. even got the plans to build one, but as much as i want to be in the air. i get the risk factor, i get it, then i see paramotor videos. it has almost the same risk, all i know is i have spent about 2 years of research and delt with a lifetime of wanting to fly and the risk to me are worth the reward. the only reason i have waited so long to get in the air, is i want to be trained properly, i live in an area of kentucky that you just dont see 103 aircraft, never!! but in the past 2 weeks i have seen a trike flying around in the area and it just gets me in child mode, but thank your for all the videos you do, and as always, stay safe

[@Sammy-jv7qn]

Instead of the espresso shot over ice, put a cocktail shaker in the freezer, then pour your espresso shot in the shaker, then over ice. That way you don't dilute the latte.

[@oceanbytez847]

Surprisingly, drink rocks (marble cubes instead of ice) are also great for this.

[@prussiaaero1802]

17:18 cat teleports outside.

[@Chris_the_Muso]

That's how Jellicle Cats Dooooooooooo

[@jimromansr9971]

Tucker I am glad that you share these events. I believe it is important for people to understand risk and possibly mistakes that are made. I am a fireman and when we have a fire fighter that loses his or her life we discuss this in a forum of what happened what could possibly keep this from happening to someone else. Thumbs up to you brother keep it up.

[@briantrausch3637]

Tucker You are one of the leaders of the paramotor community. It is almost expected that you take on the challenge to keep your sport as safe as possible. In the general aviation community there is a channel called Probable Cause by Dan Gryder. He has a solid format to explain each accident. He is working actively to keep his fellow pilots safe His no BS approach saves lives. Tucker with your lead, you can save lives also. I see that you are showing your experiences. Maybe you can draw other flyers in and everyone can learn from teachable moments to improve safety. Even a whole episodes on a aspect that caused a death can save many other lives. Thank you for what you are currently doing for safety.

[@shaneross7428]

Tucker my name is Shane and I wanted to say I really appreciate the way you make videos. Besides the entertainment factor your heart shows that you're a good person and we in the audience appreciate you and the inspiration. I just bought a blackhawk talon 2 with electric start and velocity core 30m wing. It was in a package on FB and I felt the call to go for it. I've had 10 to 15 hang gliding flights but the freedom of the paramotor and lifestyle and more challenging situations calls me. I'll continue to watch your videos and I'll buy some merchandise very soon when winter hits.

[@starwarskid93]

Well done Tucker, I watched all the way through, raised my awareness.

[@andybynum5365]

Great video! Tucker! You should spearhead an annual Paramotor Safety Day(or week.) You have the pull to get some of the big dealers and manufacturers on board. They could post safety videos, advising of their latest safety features, equipment, offer discounts on that day (or week, whatever) for reserves, flotation, etc. YOU have the following to make this happen with a few calls or a video challenge on youtube. I bet you anything it would take off like wildfire.

[@thegrantwalks]

Been watching you for several years and always notice the FZ07 in the garage since I ride as well and have always wanted to see your take on a motovlog. Tragic topic but great video. Ride/Fly Safe my guy. PS I see you blurring out that speedometer. 😂 sO IrResPOnSiBle!

[@Chris_the_Muso]

It's Risky Biscuits!

[@MordusdepleinairQuebec]

i dont understand why they took down everything on these incidents on the Facebook group

[@TuckerGott]

Me either. Seemed kind of questionable.

[@nickkankorsun123]

You are so sweet and respectful🥺

[@vedwargantiwar4610]

I always dreamed of flying and because of tucker I got to knew that their is a thing like paramotor, thanks a lot and RIP for the fatalities

[@FiveTwoSevenTHR]

As someone that's entering the world of fixed wing aviation, I hope that if I ever make a mistake that results in my death that other people learn from it so they don't repeat it themselves. Aviation today is very safe and a big part of that is learning from the mistakes of those that came before.

[@For891]

Do you fly out of Falmouth?

[@timekiller9555]

As someone that rides his old cafe racer everywhere. I enjoyed the bike ride talk. Always love the content from the clouds as well.

[@battleborndad7029]

Keep doing you Tucker! Always amazing video’s full of knowledge & Shenanigans! Thank you for all you do!

[@deltagamma-en1zh]

First one COULD be a stuck-throttle issue - sorry for the armchair vantage point here - leading to sensory overload, close to the ground, freezing whilst trying to sort things out, thus running out of time AND altitude....RIP. Could have been me, could have been you.

[@skibbyskib13]

Situations like this will always be a touchy topic regardless of the sport. Ive been a rock climber and have worked in the industry for about 10 years and no matter how experienced you are you need to understand that its an inherently dangerous activity. We generally don't even refer to it as safety we call it risk management because no matter how "safe" you're being, there's always outside forces that can cause a situation. I think this is something you touch on frequently Tucker with the risky biscuit mentality. Whats important is to learn from other mistakes and educate yourself, your friends, and look out for one another. So often in climbing, mishaps can be prevented with simply double checking gear and setups. Respect those that have passed but understand why it happened and how to prevent it in the future, both for yourself and others.

[@HieronymousLex]

That’s a really good analogy with rock climbing and risk management

[@torqdoff]

I really respect how you approached this topic. I believe as a community we should discuss things like this to learn from them. But respectfully. I also believe that the families of the people that lost their lives doing what they love would want others to learn from these incidents just to keep others safe. Now lets talk about motovlogging. The struggle is real. I get it and tried it. Lets face it, you and I are no Jake the Garden Snake or Baron Von Grumble or Spicy110. I love that you ride but lets stick with what you are truly gifted at. Paravlogs. Still love you though. Cheers

[@pamness7728]

You are absolutely right. My brother is who died in incident one at AFC.

[@torqdoff]

Pam Ness I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@johnyogiburr2881]

Great coverage of a difficult subject. Never stop learning. Loved the footage on the bike too.

[@LITTLEEXPERIMENTCHANNEL1]

The tunnel amplifies the exhaust sound. Love the additional motorcycle content. Its a great mix in the content you provide.

[@12vibaba]

just a tip: If you ever get in a situation that you can not control the glider or when you don't know what to do. Let go of the throttle slowly and put your hands up slowly. The glider will correct itself 99.9% of the time. Let it do what it is designed for.

[@mattc.310]

Condolences to everyone involved. There is nothing disrespectful about objectively looking at the incidents and learning from them. Their deaths can have a positive impact on the sport they loved. Looking at the last few year's reports, the NTSB hasn't really been helping out GA very much with safety. The AQP movement may be the best thing to happen to GA since the Wright Brothers. If you haven't been out doing something for a while, take it easy till you get back in the groove. Get the rust off. The bike ride was a good idea since you couldn't safely fly. Something a little different that is interesting as well.

[@feloniousmonk8740]

Humans hit terminal velocity (about 112mph) in as little as 400 feet of free fall. At as slow as 25 mph water has a very hard time getting out of the way when something hits it. So in effect moving at around 30 mph, hitting water is like hitting concrete.

[@jameskimble6133]

I know these bad things are happening, but I used to watch you and enjoy your flights because you showed how you took care to get the best flights. The vast majority ain’t taking your kind of care when they go up. Come on back when you’re ready !

[@roberttaylor860]

what's a good wing to start

[@DanielArnett]

The ones your instructors/mentors say are safe for your weight, conditions, and experience level, and field elevation. To answer your question though, watch Tucker's video on the Mojo. Solid wing that'll last you years, just get it properly sized, based on what your instructor recommends.

[@kentuckybeardsman]

I would say that depends on so many things. You might want to find an instructor or someone with a ton of experience to help you in person with choices and decisions like this. Best of luck

[@derekhunter5040]

The cheapest sketchiest thing you can find on Craig's list.

[@philgee6901]

Whatever Jonas Marcinko doesn't fly!

[@jimcr120]

There are good beginner wings but what’s best for you is much better determined after you’ve had some training where under the guidance of an experienced instructor you’ll have a better idea of your ability and what you want to be able to do as a new pilot.

[@jamesedwardhuse]

Tucker just go with what you feel. Don't let people influence what and how you record this is a awesome video hope to see more vlogs like this

[@CujoHyer]

As someone who has been mostly blinded by radiation treatment from 35 years ago, Tucker, your videos help relax me now while I go through this bullshit. Thanks for making them.

[@seeratlasdtyria4584]

Ok, I realize this is months later than the original posting, however, as an *older* adventurer type who has managed to survive a not entirely uneventful life (we'll get to that) I'd like to offer a few observations, take them for what you think they're worth. For some background bonafides, let me just start by telling you where my observations come from: First, I have spent a LOT of time in the air, first as a member of the XVIII Airborne Corps Special Warfare unit, during war time, and have night jumps/ halo jumps, swamp, mountain forest, and arctic sea jumps experience. Second, I have also been a military leo in several capacities, primarily narcotics/homicide and deep cover investigations.Third, though many years ago now, I was a fixxed wing pilot, a class 3 hang glider, a certified military scuba diver (I trained with and was certified by the Navy UDT), and have ridden solo on a range of motorcycles from 85cc to 1700cc on 4 continents, and driven (a Ferrari) at 150mph (sorry, fast as I cared to go on a public road-I am NOT a track kind of guy). There's a bit more (I've captain'd my own sailboat w/o loss of life or damage) thru a full gale that sank 10 other vessels, including a 90 something foot fishing boat): So....I am NOT without a bit of experience in hazardous endeavors. So, let me try and put the hazards of life into a bit of perspective. First of all, in my experience and to my knowledge LIFE ITSELF is an incredibly dangerous undertaking..in fact NO ONE survives it... That being said, there are simply some people whom you cannot prevent from exiting the gene pool early, whether by pure unpreventable circumstances, or more often, by circumstances of their own creation, whether by inattention to detail, failure to plan ahead, or their own simple stupidity. Unfortunately these people's mistakes/malfeasance all to often, result in death or serious injury to comparatively innocent persons in their vicinity. Those who choose to NOT life their lives barricaded behind secure doors, thus incur serious 'risk' every time they come outside to 'live' their lives and pursue their own interests. This is NOT to say one should abandon all common sense in their pushing the boundaries to experience all that life can offer. One must in the end take responsibility for themselves and their own actions, and take appropriate steps to protect and preserve their own lives, especially when intentionally undertaking potentially life threatening activities. The very nearly certifiably *insane* army pilot that taught ME how to fly (no one else would fly with him-This guy flew a mil cessna as a 'spotter', down twisting jungle trails with his only armament being a butt load of grenades and a couple of locked and loaded M16's (two in case one jammed) which he tossed/ shot out the small side window when needed, i kid u not.) Anyway , he taught me perhaps life's greatest one liner lesson: "Rule number 1- FLY THE PLANE!!!!!,,cause if you can't do that, nothing else really matters" Ergo, if you decide to undertake a hazardous activity, make damned sure you do EVERYTHING you can do to facilitate a successful outcome, EVERYTIME!!! I have to congratulate Mr. Gott here for emphasizing the point, that if everything isn't just right, including the weather, there's always another day. I could tell you about the bush/mail pilot I had drinks with up in Northwest Canada who despite a formidable fog, foolhardily took off early the next morning, claiming that his skills were so good that he could easily maneuver his Beaver float plane around and thru the ocean passages between the islands flying under the bottom of the cloud bank. Wasn't 30 minutes before he pancaked into the side of one of em, leaving his wife and kids behind....I could tell you about the mililtary training officer who decided to schedule a night jump into the Colorado mountain forests with winds gusting up to 30 knots...and the hapless fellow who rode his chute right into an unseen dead tree limb, leaving him looking much like a moth stuck to some biologist's display board on a needle, and just as dead:(. I could detail a WHOLE LOT more such experiences but I'm hoping you get to point. Don't get too cocky and take unnecessary risks, don't endanger others if you can avoid it. Moral of my quote, have fun, pursue adventure, enjoy all the opportunities in life you can, BUT, take your brain with you at all times. Barring reincarnation, you get one shot at this fabulous game we call life, make it last as long as you can. (Oh, and when over/in /under water, watch out for sharks :) There's an LOT of sharks in the waters these days for some reason.)

[@kjpphotography4764]

I really hope that people fly safe, because I would hate to see them heavy regulate this sport before I get a chance to fly a paramotor in the future. Thanks for the discussion Tucker!

[@Paramoteurpilot]

I'm with you Tucker, it is ALWAYS good to reflect on safety. It is very timely with the UK just coming out of lockdown with almost all pilots having not flown for 3 month or more, possibly with another month of poor weather. I enjoyed the motorcycle viewpoint but because you are usually flying I kept looking up at the overhead wires..

[@Kleanmonkey]

Nicely done Tucker, a sensitive topic to talk about which you very professionally addressed, my condolences to the families.

[@challenger2ultralightadventure]

I teach SCUBA diving, and this sport is made safe by evaluating and learning from tragic events. In order that we reduce them to a near non-existent level. Flying, has also learned from tragedy, and the worst thing anyone can do, is hide from these accidents and not openly discuss them. Or worse, to not do a frank and honest evaluation as to what happened. That would ensure that it happens again, which is the worst outcome.

[@richb.4374]

I'm not a gambling man, but I would wager that riding that bike is many times more dangerous than flying your paramotor. When you fly, it's you and your machine against the elements. When you ride a bike, other drivers can take you out in the blink of an eye.

[@saamip]

Same here and ride safe tucker

[@shannonwhitaker9630]

Ok what's the wager for riding your Paramotor on the road ?

[@GUCR44]

Thanks for the ride.... Your safe! As safe as I would be.. I'd ride with you.. Peace

[@forrest7126]

I'm glad you talked about this, you influence so many people including me to strive to get one... many of which will not attend a school which in my (and I know your) opinion that is not a good call. I will not fly until I do a course and it is unbelievably important to do this. There's stuff you can't possibly know about the way the wind works and can effect paramotors, unless you attend a course focused on that. I worked on fishing boats in Alaska until I had my left hand mangled, I've seen how the wind can go from 0 to 100 in minutes and I can't even imagine what that would be like in a paramotor. Different wind at different elevations, mountains redirecting the wind, knowing what to do in an emergency of any kind. I'm sure that is all covered in these courses and I can't wait to eventually do one. I plan on going to the same school you went to in Florida? I think, I will find out when the time is right. That was a novel what am I doing lol. Tucker you're the man!

[@DoubleDragon600]

Hey brother, motorcycles in general like to run premium gasoline. The pistons create so much pressure it'll combust prematurely when you use lower octane and make it sound like your engine is knocking, which will lower the life of your bike. Its worth the extra couple cents per gallon. Especially on a high end bike.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

True back in the day, but today, the computer will just retard the timing to compensate whenever knocking is detected. My '74 RD350 always gets premium. I've got the timing advanced much farther than most would dare on this model, but I built it well apparently. Been running 11 years since the restoration trouble free. :)

[@sekishira]

Love the motorcycle ride and made the topic a lot nicer to take in!

[@esforex]

Always respectful, nice job

[@parapigeon4135]

Rip fly high brothers.

[@samroach3736]

Another good review without making assumptions on the what ifs etc .... top man !!!... watching with interest from across the pond in the UK

[@sacooper802]

Jacklyn has suddenly disappeared in the last many videos, maybe its temporary and thats why Tucker isnt bringing up the subject, but true fans will figure out somethings changed. Things change and life goes on with or without us. I will always support Tucker and the industry.

[@calebstopa]

Great points!! Also, it's so cool to see you drive through Clinton! So awesome to know we got such an awesome guy in NJ!

[@nicolasbellemare8958]

i once shared my paramotor with a fllying friend and we forgot about the weight difference then when my friend took off he had crazy torque twist because the thrust angle was soooo bad, we almost have 75lbs difference , the fact that he understood what happened saved his ass and while watching this from the ground i was praying god to bring him back on the ground safely or in other words i sh*& myself for a good 5 minutes. Sometime life give you great lessons you just have to be wise enough to remember them.

[@seanrogers4061]

Dang and i didnt know that bad stuff could happin wow on a paraglider, fly safe.

[@benjammin3060]

My condolences to the families. Tucker, Tastefully done but of course the range of emotion will cover the entire spectrum no matter how this topic is discussed. PS: NICE DOWN BLIPS!!! Matched really good, a great skill to have when trying to nail the Apex everytime.

[@Arlen6010]

Tucker love what you do. Love your content. Keep up the good work

[@pcservice709]

Definitely enjoyed the video. It’s nice to do something different now and then

[@docdurdin]

Glad you mentioned the NTSB... If GA Pilots quit flying or threw a tantrum with every accident, no one would fly. Education and training help to minimize not eliminate. I'll bet as much as you enjoy riding that bike, you would feel safer in the air. I love riding my bike even with the implied risks.

[@gippywhite]

Wait a second… You’re a New Jersey. Why are you pumping your own gas? I thought that was illegal there!!! But seriously, videos like this are valuable. Thank you for covering it. 🪂🙏🏻👍🏻

[@markaleptic]

It's probably the same ad here in oregon, they let you pump your own for motorcycles.

[@gippywhite]

@@markaleptic Oh wow! I didn’t know that!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

They usually let you do motorcycles, since I wouldn't want these guys scratching my paint or spilling gas all over it ... and most people feel the same way. So far the communist state gov't hasn't cracked down on that ... yet ... ;) What a moronic law ...

[@pegbars]

I thought the same thing about the gas station. I worked in Jersey for 7 years and I liked that they pumped your fuel for you.

[@solonutiket564]

Some times before kayaking a hard river, we take a safety brake. and sometimes, we take one on the trip down the river.

[@PWIZZLE7]

87 Octane in The FZ07?? 🤭🤭 she deserves 93, Bro!

[@fordman2636]

It’s not a r6. It’s a beginner street bike 87 is more than adequate

[@fishonkayakadventure]

@@fordman2636 motorcycles typically do not have anti detonation or anti ping programming, you put high octane gas in those bikes or you risk blowing the motor due to either of the aforementioned issues.

[@flywithmikefromchicago]

@@fishonkayakadventure yep always premium or the best available in any motorcycle

[@chasewilbur851]

@@fishonkayakadventure FZ07 has a low compression ratio compared to some bikes. it's designed to run on 87. don't waste your money on octane you don't need

[@patrickstewart6252]

Tucker, great information and an absolute necessary conversation. Love the bike but, riding with a GoPro doesn't do justice like flying does.

[@shanewalsh5877]

Yeah, motorcycle content 🤘 I really appreciate that you are talking objectively about this sad topic so that we all can learn something and prevent things like this!

[@user-px1wj2uv3r]

FINALLY! The FZ07! Sweet bike man.

[@dennisleblanc4683]

I agree that with any error or failed flight (regardless of the outcome) should be explained so that others can learn and adjust accordingly if they happen to experience a similar situation, love you videos, hope to one day be able to join the hobby.

[@Ren-vv8bb]

I live in central USA. Love seeing the older style buildings and such.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

We've got plenty of them in MA, too. Especially in the ghettos, lol. :D

[@RALPHLAURINO]

4:09 slapping the pole like crazy.