New DA-42 VI Flight Vlog! Monterey to Sacramento IFR!

[@ExtremeRecluse]

Superb visibility. Wish somebody would slip me the keys under the Christmas tree. My last flight was in a Blackhawk in 1996.

[@seancunningham7589]

I was a door gunner in a black hawk i. 2009.. love that bird…

[@joelwilkins8695]

excellent video. I got checked out in a DA42 earlier this year after flying the Cirrus for a year. Love the automation and the modern engines. Your radio discipline is excellent. As a retired controller, it's just what is expected; a quick readback just like it was read to you with no extraneous words. Looking forward to more DA42 vids!

[@westcoastflyer]

Hey thank you very much, I really appreciate it. Retired controller how cool! Thank you for watching.

[@GMD64]

I'm not sure why this video came up as a recommendation but I'm really glad it did. You are an amazing pilot effortlessly flying an amazing aircraft. My favorite part was your call out of if you didn't like the twitchy wind you'd go around, very very wise ahead of your years, some pilots make the mistake of thinking it is a test of their courage or skills or both to get it down, you are an exemplary example of pilot in command Sir.

[@westcoastflyer]

I really appreciate this, thank you sir!

[@ericm333]

Thanks for sharing. Never flown a twin star but I was trained to always never turn the fuel pumps simultaneous & always give it time to check fuel pressure normalize before turning off the other. Beautiful looking aircraft. Thank you

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for sharing! Great advice.

[@JackRobertsUK]

Fond memories of flying into and out of McClellan in USAF F-111s many years ago. That used to be our depot for major maintenance and upgrades.

[@westcoastflyer]

F-111s?! That is amazing. It's an honor to have you watching my videos.

[@ohwell2790]

Did my round robin flight from Santa Maria-Bakersfield-Monterey-Santa Maria in 1975 in a C-150. Now 80 do not fly anymore, can not pass the flight physical but that is a mile stone in a pilots life. Thanks for the video, real nice.

[@siroboo9471]

Excellent pilot and inspiring as well, thanks.

[@mariusz.3113]

Great IFR work. Amazing FBO been there in my 172 from PDX. Enjoy the new plane!

[@westcoastflyer]

From PDX that’s awesome! Thank you!

[@flyingmusician]

Such a cool plane. Would love to fly any of the Diamond twins someday.

[@onebravotango]

That sounds like an exciting flight vlog! Flying from Monterey to Sacramento under IFR conditions can be challenging and educational. Safe travels! ✈👨‍✈🎥

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you very much!

[@hanshasse7820]

Sehr schönes tolles Flugzeug und ganz tolles Video 👍👌✌️ Wünsche Ihnen immer allzeit guten Flug und immer eine gute Landung und viel Glück 🍀👍👌💪✌️ Danke für das schöne Video 🙏🇩🇪

[@mrkc10]

Great video. That twin star is cherry! Like flying a light/medium jet. Great single pilot IFR work 👍🏻

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks a lot!

[@Kujjiman]

I gotta be honest, I clicked this video with full intentions of hatin' on you; the glasses, mixed with the million dollar plane. But I became impressed with your professionalism on the comms and procedures. Well done video and entertaining as well!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@GregFlies]

Another great vid! Amazing how that twinstars do that performance/fuel burn. Definitely on the short list of next airplanes.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you! You’re right, pretty incredible!

[@jeffowen7060]

Way to go Blaze. Well done. Glad you are enjoying 224PG Keep flying !

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you very much!!

[@DMBRishere]

Amazing aircraft Blaze❤and there’s nothing to block your view wow!😮

[@westcoastflyer]

It sure it quite open up front making an unbelievable view!

[@jmead6121]

Thanks for the Flight ...amazing me all the flight time on so many approaches starts many miles back & depend with direction till you finely reach that final glide scope to go straight in ....but thats an amazing views for all aboard

[@N9197U]

Your flying is very professional. I am very impressed!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@valleybarbell]

i did all my flight training at Mather back in 2002. loved flying in the valley. awesome new twin, looking forward to more.

[@westcoastflyer]

Very cool! Valley flying is the best. Thank you very much!

[@profiskipinternational4402]

Tks for sharing ... like your format, 3 camera angles, editing is well done (saying this as media producer). Keep up your good work to be an ambassador for aviation and private piloting. :-) Twin props are my most beloved types ... :-)

[@bernardanderson3758]

I’m looking forward to seeing more of your flights in IFR conditions and I appreciate the ride alone

[@westcoastflyer]

More to come!

[@clarencewiles963]

Good job thank you for your sharing!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamiefreeland7834]

Pretty cool video! I’m not a pilot, but one I would love to learn to fly! Clean video, lovely plane! Thanks for the introduction!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for watching! I’m sure you’d be an amazing pilot.

[@patriciagonzalez6896]

Excelente vuelo con un avión esepcional. Y sobre todo con experticimo piloto muchas gracias por el vuelo.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@seancanada544]

did my multi in the da 42 my favorite plane ive ever flown, easy to land even in gusty winds, easy to control single engine especially when feathered

[@simplyroger2763]

Greetings from EHBK - Keep up the good work! Tnx for posting.

[@westcoastflyer]

How cool! Thank you so much!

[@curiousumscientia3648]

Very nice plane, great videos.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks a lot!

[@nightfall22]

Brilliant flying. Subbed, I enjoyed this brougham 🤘🏾👍🏾 looking forward to more flying

[@westcoastflyer]

Much appreciated!

[@davidcorbett62]

Beautiful aircraft and superb visibility Great vid

[@westcoastflyer]

Many thanks!

[@LookingforHigher]

Great video, Brother! Nicely done. PS - nice plane too :)

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you for everything Jesse!!

[@meazy451]

I love how you wear ski goggles for flying

[@LilJollyJoker]

Great video! Just subbed! Surprised to see you only have 1.12K subs lol! Keep it up!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for the sub! Just trying to grow the page!

[@LilJollyJoker]

​@@westcoastflyer Anytime man!

[@RusscanFLY]

Fat diamond DA 42 mustang such a great airplane to fly. There is one as part of the training fleet at the northeast Philadelphia airport where I rent aircraft. I’m really thinking about doing some between time in it, since it seems to be so pilot friendly. Thanks for the video! Now

[@westcoastflyer]

Absolutely! Yes such a great aircraft and hope you can get in one soon.

[@chrisbolia]

Amazing flight vlog, Kudos ! Wish I were with you to share the flight.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks a lot!

[@andrewtrovao2397]

Devia fazer mais viagens como essa levando o cachorrinho. E muito relaxante.

[@Eweyouhew]

Excellent video Blaze! Love the way you talk your way thru checklists, every button pushed, ATC calls, etc. For Non-Pilots like myself, I still understand 95% of what you are saying. Was stationed as Maintenance Engineer @McClellan early 1980s, so climbed every inch of that base. On your Final Approach it was neat orienting all the areas I use to bike to north of the base, i.e., Gibson Park, while watching F-111s on their Finals 1000 ft off ground. The Air Force still has presence there all be it small. If you could post a Flight Path Map during decents it would help us anticipate landmarks out the window. Neat Twin you have! Have Diesels been used in General Aviation before?👏👏

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you very much for your comment and kind words! Very cool about your story and being based at KMCC. F-111s sound like a wild ride! I am not sure if the Diesels have been used before but I know they are quite new!

[@sparky5860]

Great video……. Thanks for sharing…

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@amyw.fly21]

Nice video! This came across my recommended, I recently passed my Multi checkride in the DA-42. I also fly around KMCC and KAUN. If you are ever looking for a right seater lmk!

[@westcoastflyer]

Congratulations on your multi! Cool that you did it in the DA-42. Hope to see you around the airport!

[@ericm333]

Thank you

[@westcoastflyer]

You’re welcome but for what?

[@georgegeorgiev2610]

My favorite airplane!!l Love it. Lucky owner:)

[@murraymann7352]

First time on your channel. Love the aircraft! Hope to see you landing in Napa one of these days. Much success with channel and future videos.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you very much! I love landing at Napa! See you around

[@bruceerwin2541]

Nice, like you’ve flown it for years! Hope you take the Twin Star to the eastern U.S. and get into some REAL scenery. 😁

[@AB-jm3iu]

Great video, I noticed many pilots receive the clearance after engine start iso after preparation just before start.

[@westcoastflyer]

I don't understand this question I am sorry! Were you meaning why I get my clearance after startup?

[@AB-jm3iu]

@@westcoastflyer Taking IFR clearance before engine start, gives you a chance to review it, do your cockpit setup or reject it if it doesn’t suit you, without worrying about wasting time doing it while engines are running.

[@westcoastflyer]

Agreed but it can also be done after engine start safely. Today I was at a busier airport and I picked up the clearance before engine start…just depends on the day.

[@Kim-cn5bl]

very handsome pilot!

[@kentvonmiddledorm677]

Impressive. Well played.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@marcpasquini1029]

I liked your one comment about less bumps with the wider wings. Consider also that the twin engines move weight off the cl axis of the plane, reducing the bumps.

[@westcoastflyer]

That’s great insight, thank you!

[@mikercflyer7383]

First time on your channel I enjoyed it. Keep the videos coming. Safe travels. BTW I follow Mikey Lang long ferry flights from Austria.

[@westcoastflyer]

Awesome, thank you! That guy is the real deal!

[@JRGarage]

Sweet vlog!

[@westcoastflyer]

Huge fans! Would love to meet up and make something cool. I’m from Sacramento but am in Phoenix weekly. I have a 2018 SR22T and 2023 DA-42 VI. Would love to make content with you! Thanks for commenting! I just re followed your insta for you to see in hopes we can chat about future vids🤙

[@keithbrown9198]

Nice aircraft, great video! A trip for me personally, I was a controller at KMCC when it was still an AFB back in the late 80s, and also a private pilot flying out of the aero club there. Landing a Cherokee on a 200' wide, 10,600' long runway was a bit of a challenge when I was used to a 50' wide 2,000' long runway in the Philippines where I first got my license, LOL. I guess your video showed up in my feed because I mentioned McClellan in one or two other videos. Yay algorithms! 😀

[@westcoastflyer]

Hey thank you! Your story is incredible. Super cool that you were a controller at KMCC! That is pretty different going from a 50’ wide to 200’! Really changed the landing look. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@carlmanning6707]

Great video I sure wish I could fly but at 370 lbs I don’t think I’d would fit in them training planes love to fly with you great job…

[@GroterRonald]

Goed gedaan!

[@michaelshostack2547]

Will you do a videography episode where you walk through your gear, how you hook everything up, and what settings you use to get such great quality?

[@westcoastflyer]

Great idea! I use 3 GoPros (1080 30 for resolution). I have two suction cups (one for wing shot) and one on my and the camera behind me is hooked up to one of those sticky mounts. With two audio cables it helps to not have to match each video to its audio. Hope that helps!

[@BLKAV8R2021]

Very nice

[@garybaldwin1061]

Good job!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@JCON631]

Nice video. The intro is along the lines of CitationMax

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you! Yeah intros sometime sound similar.

[@michaelboley4428]

Love the vid blaze cool plane

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks so much!

[@wrphelan]

Congratulations 🎉

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@Marvinfj32]

One strange looking plane. But very cool. It has that angry look I like.

[@peterpulpitpounder]

Traveling mercies from God above.

[@psb116]

Nice video and plane! I currently have an order for a new Cirrus SR22T like yours, but after looking at this DA42 I have my doubts. The performance is similar. Which one do you prefer to fly? Awesome channel and videos! Keep em comin!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you very much! Both planes are amazing in my opinion. Both fly so different and have quite incredible performance. You can hold more with the cirrus, go slightly faster, and and go into smaller airports.

[@ExtremeUAE]

Love your videos 👌

[@westcoastflyer]

I appreciate that!

[@jimwright9866]

excellent vlog, great communication. what fuel do you use in the diesels?

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you! JET A

[@Matt-d4f2f]

Sweet machine! I’ve been flying at the airlines for a while, and I’m missing GA! Hey ridiculous question for you. Haha What brand is your shirt?

[@westcoastflyer]

Nice!! Lulu lemon

[@edwardszane]

Excellent

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@hlwade]

Blaze if you only had one plane between the DA42 or a DA62 platform or the Cirrus SR22 platform which would you prefer? I have a DA62 on order so just curious and I have a lot of hours in the Cirrus as well but would like to hear how you and your family view both planes as you fly both.

[@westcoastflyer]

Love them both! Love the FADEC with the twin but the performance with the SR22T is pretty unmatched. I’d take the SF50 though above them all!

[@mrsaskriders]

Nice video

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you!

[@BayAreaCowboy]

Awesome flight. Nice plane. Great landing. Nice to see your getting some duel engine time. I’m sure you’ll get a job quickly in the regionals after you graduate school. Any particular company your shooting for?

[@westcoastflyer]

Hey thank you sir! Hoping to go corporate.

[@BayAreaCowboy]

@@westcoastflyer I know you told me you went to a flying school in Auburn Ca. Close to you. Im sure there must be someone at that school that help you. The advantage to going to a big flight shool like ATP or Blueline is that the regionals and majors hire students right out of those schools. They cost more but you get the contacts to get a job. How far are you from getting your ATP rating? You will need that to get to the majors where the big money and big pensions are. You said you were thinking about corporate? Corporate has no union. No pension. Keep that in mind. It is critical to pick the right regional to work for to then move up to the major you want

[@BayAreaCowboy]

​@@westcoastflyermy last message got deleted. It hard to chat on here. Im the water skier that skied with Andy Maple and Sammy Duvall if you remember. I would like to email you if possible. I asked you if anyone ever explained pension to you? Has anyone ever explained the difference in pay from corporate to regionals to majors to you? How about the right regional to work for so you can move up to the major you want? Have you ever thought of flying cargo instead of passenger? UPS is the top major by far. Top pay and top pension by far. They own more aircraft than any other company in the world. Very secure! You will never worey about getting laid off and the company going bankrupt. They are union. All senority based. The sooner you get in the sooner the big pension clock starts. Its important to pick the right regional to get hired there.

[@photoholic11]

NICE !!

[@philipomar]

Good stuff man! I'll be flying that when I get my multi. I'm currently on my instrument training out here on KMHR in a DA40. In my opinion, the diamonds feel more lighter to fly than a 172.

[@westcoastflyer]

Hey out of KMHR we are neighbors! Good luck in the IFR ticket!

[@utubewatcher360]

Blaze, I believe that I may have met you at Turkey Creek Golf Course a couple years ago. Would that have been possible? at the driving range.

[@westcoastflyer]

Turkey Creek? I don’t think I’ve been there!

[@utubewatcher360]

@@westcoastflyer the course is in Lincoln, Jacob, Jake, and Blaze were the names of the nice young men I spoke with. Not many nice young men named Blaze :-) it was a long shot, hoping it was actually you back in April 2022. Thank you Blaze for getting back to me.

[@yaboykawz]

Hi, love the video, please forgive my ignorance, but, why don't the propellers counter rotate?

[@westcoastflyer]

Hey thank you! Don’t be sorry! Good question. This one just doesn’t have it!

[@FamilyManMoving]

Diamond uses a lot of words to say, "because we only have the one gearbox."

[@TheRealNabster1337]

What is the device that you are using to write on? It looks really cool! Thanks!

[@westcoastflyer]

LCD Writing Tablet for Kids,12... www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7X1RM7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@TheRealNabster1337]

@@westcoastflyer thank you!

[@chuckmartin5773]

Great video! what pad are you using? Thanks

[@westcoastflyer]

Link below! Can write on it then press a button and it all disappears. Highly recommend + you don't need to charge it! www.amazon.com/Colorful-Erasable-Electronic-Painting-Educational/dp/B08SLPTSXW/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2NUM0UVAWDHUY&keywords=erasable%2Bboard%2Bfor%2Bkids&qid=1693980034&sprefix=erasable%2Bboar%2Caps%2C258&sr=8-6&th=1

[@johnwalters878]

That’s interesting, like a modern etch a sketch, lol. You don’t have to charge it, but it does take batteries. I assume it lasts a really long time or it might not be good as a paper substitute.

[@johnmcevoy6635]

I didn't see the ILS approach plate during the approach nor a briefing of the approach plate. maybe it edited out. love the plane though

[@westcoastflyer]

Yes, in the description I state that videos are edited for time and all checklists (including approach briefing) was complete. I had ILS plate on phone out and present. Thank you.

[@marcosaraujo5812]

Did you receive any bulletin or recall from Diamon regarding the DA62 in Dallas that lost both engines due to an incorrect wiring installation???

[@westcoastflyer]

I’m not sure! I know before I picked it up it had to go through some sort of AD for the engines. Either way it just came out of annual so it’s ready to fly. Take care!

[@OshowAfrica]

Yo Blaze. Let’s fly together sometime this year. I love flying the DA 42. Got my multi @MidwestCooporate Air. Been hooked ever since. I’m a CFI based out of Troutdale, Oregon. I got flight Benefits so I can come to your location

[@JohnsonAviation]

I am from the Sacramento Area and I am looking to complete my Multi rating as quickly as possible. May I ask where you completed your training and if you have any recommendations?

[@westcoastflyer]

Mach 5 Aviation is definitely the place to look. Ask for Charlie and mention I sent you and see if they can sneak you in. Best of luck!

[@JohnsonAviation]

@@westcoastflyer Thanks! I actually planned to head up there this week and ask about their Tecnam.

[@WorldMusicStageRecords]

Excellent video. What is the board you are writing on? Thanks.

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you! LCD Writing Tablet for Kids,12... www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7X1RM7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@johnwalters878]

Just subbed, it’s nice to watch other pilots fly locally to me. Your IFR explanations are helping me be more comfortable in learning . I am currently VFR. Also that stupid kids tablet thing actually is a great idea and I am getting one, lol. Thanks for the flights and your professionalism!

[@westcoastflyer]

Thanks for your comment! What airport do you fly out of? Haha yes those tablets are amazing! Hope you’re enjoying yours.

[@johnwalters878]

Am out of Chico (CIC)

[@westcoastflyer]

Great airport!

[@AndrewBashtovoy]

Great bird, exellent flight. What's better than an IPad or your e-reader with stylus?

[@westcoastflyer]

Thank you! I think the board I have works the best since you don’t need to charge it and don’t need to have paper. Maybe just preference!

[@westcoastflyer]

Here is a better link for it! So easy to use and cheap. Never have to recharge and I leave mine in plane. amzn.to/3Sx6wzi

[@TheSonjaxfactor]

All I know about flying is living through vloggers like you. Why is this IFR if it's a beautiful day?

[@westcoastflyer]

Good question! Each airport has certain weather minimums to fly VFR while IFR gives us the option to fly through clouds. Though each airport was clear skies, en route I knew there were clouds and I MUST be in an IFR flight plan go got through them. There are other reasons like ATC tells you where to go and have a better eye on you so in my opinion, there is added safety. Hope that helps!

[@ExoticAgent]

What kind of shades are you rocking?

[@westcoastflyer]

Oakley Sutro!

[@eclesiodj7769]

Parabéns pelo vídeo. Faz favor, se tiver chovendo como é o desempenho deste avião?

[@westcoastflyer]

In the air there is no difference but on the runway you’ll see a longer takeoff ground roll as well as a long landing distance.

[@eclesiodj7769]

@@westcoastflyer Muito obrigado

[@danspiteri4350]

Is the interior of the DA42 the same as the DA40? I really like the DA40 but I find the DA40 a little short on headroom.

[@westcoastflyer]

I’m sure there are some differences but I am unsure, next flown a DA40! Sorry man!

[@OjDidit7700]

After seeing this I’m not doing my multi in the Seminole anymore

[@donjohnston3776]

What kind of clipboard are you using?

[@westcoastflyer]

Link below! Can write on it then press a button and it all disappears. Highly recommend. www.amazon.com/Colorful-Erasable-Electronic-Painting-Educational/dp/B08SLPTSXW/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2NUM0UVAWDHUY&keywords=erasable%2Bboard%2Bfor%2Bkids&qid=1693980034&sprefix=erasable%2Bboar%2Caps%2C258&sr=8-6&th=1

[@official_nenechicken]

What is different between da-42ng??

[@Billetus]

You like the SR22T or the Diamond better?

[@westcoastflyer]

Hard to say which one I like better! They are both amazing aircraft’s but it’s been fun getting to know a different plane!

[@bernardanderson3758]

How do you like flying the T-Tail DA-42 Blaze

[@westcoastflyer]

I love it!

[@staymad7206]

how do you have access to these nice planes at such a young age? guessing these are your parents? Saw this for sale in the forums

[@westcoastflyer]

Family’s aircraft, I’m the only one who flies it though.

[@persistentone3448]

How would you compare the control feel of the DA42 against the SR22T?

[@westcoastflyer]

I’d say the DA -42 feels more heavy and mushier controls (in a good way). Feels very stable and getting into some bumps are easier in the twin vs the cirrus.

[@persistentone3448]

The DA42 should shine in situations that need rudder, like crosswinds. They thinned out the tail so it cannot catch side winds, and they put the tail further back, so you get lots of leverage. In addition, the rudder control on DA42 is using control rods, versus pulley on the Cirrus, so you should really feel the control inputs. I wonder if DA62 might make a good small charter platform, which you could sell to passengers based on the safety profile. Diamond needs to improve their marketing.

[@samueljones5969]

You should do one engine at a time for the ECU test

[@westcoastflyer]

According to my instructor and mechanic, you do them at the same time.

[@samueljones5969]

Ah interesting. I just finished multi at a 141 and we always did one. Guess it doesn't matter.@@westcoastflyer

[@westcoastflyer]

@@samueljones5969congratulations on your multi 141!!🎉

[@shiz778]

Nice what year?

[@westcoastflyer]

2023

[@shiz778]

I want to purchase one but I am worried about insurance since I plan to finish my ppl and do my other ratings in it.. any advice??

[@TheGonkDroid]

What is that scratch pad? Or is it just an ipad?

[@westcoastflyer]

www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7X1RM7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@barrymorris8117]

What's that electronic notepad you're using?

[@westcoastflyer]

Here is the link! I highly recommend. LCD Writing Tablet for Kids,12... www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7X1RM7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@barrymorris8117]

Awesome, thanks!

[@abacojack13]

what is that knee board you are using?

[@westcoastflyer]

www.amazon.com/dp/B08L7X1RM7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@marcpasquini1029]

👍👍👍 McClellan Jet services. Best FBO

[@westcoastflyer]

Yes they are!

[@felixaudet5860]

Lowest operation cost Twin?

[@westcoastflyer]

Maybe so! Maintenance is pricey though vs a Tecnam or something with less performance.

[@airman64]

That's a beautiful airplane why would anyone want to travel commercial if you own this.

[@All_inGiants]

Cirrus or DA?

[@westcoastflyer]

Both!

[@pabloendara5285]

you learned to fly from swayne ?

[@westcoastflyer]

Learned up in Auburn Ca. Mach 5 Aviation. Hope that answers your question.

[@pabloendara5285]

@@westcoastflyer really nice . The hotdamn in the video tropes me out. Nice plane too buddy