The TRUTH About This YouTube Pilot's Emergency!

[@pilot-debrief]

Update 2: She got her commercial before her CFI...sorry if I misspoke. Update 1: The problem with her aircraft was that she had a brand new E-mag installed and it was digital while her old instruments were analog. They had to add an analog to digital converter and it reset the fuel flow calibration on her GI-275 (Garmin). The fix was to reconfigure it back to the Cherokee settings. So, no actual failures, but potentially a very scary few moments when you don't know what's wrong and you're trying to determine if it's a serious problem or not. If you want to check out any of the other aviation tragedies referenced in this video, they can be found here: kzbin.info/aero/PLq7-qTFjklJ5AT4A0XsR6Zd0KP1sjS5ZD

[@Raiders33]

IMO, Stevie Triesenberg on her @bayflight channel seems to have great piloting techniques while creating her onboard videos. Plus very interesting aircraft restoration and cross-country small-engine GA videos.

[@diggy-d8w]

I'm not a pilot but one never knows when you might have to learn fast... lol, I was glad to see that she didn't go down. peace

[@larrybethune3909]

You are great. Thanks!

[@foreverpinkf.7603]

I was asking myself, what the reason has been. Thank you for the update.

[@bugatti314159]

She handled this perfectly but the installer should have caught this and prevented the whole incident. Instrumentation 101.

[@TexDrinkwater]

It's refreshing to watch a pilot who does everything right rather than everything wrong. Thanks!

[@patriciamariemitchel]

Plus, she's blonde, don't forget. 👀

[@wickedcabinboy]

@@patriciamariemitchel - Fortunately, as a male, my 25 years as an RN disabused me of that old trope long ago. I saw the blonde hair but I never gave it a second thought.

[@Phiyedough]

You should also check out Noel Philips PPL flights. He is British but I think he now lives in Texas.

[@wickedcabinboy]

@@Phiyedough - Thank you. I'll do that.

[@TexDrinkwater]

@@Phiyedough He also lives in the Houston area. I've watched some of his videos, but I find him a bit irritating.

[@FlyWithKay]

Love it! Thanks for putting this together Hoover!

[@brianakelley123]

Keep it up Kay! Love watching you fly!

[@njbpaul]

Nice work Kay

[@chipdiamond5104]

Oh wow! I didn't know you were on KZbin.. I used to follow you on tiktok during the pandemic!! I gotta sub to the KZbin channel now!!

[@tommylynch7887]

Great flying

[@stevepayne3094]

Massive respect Kay

[@MM-ui5kb]

My daughter (5 years old) loved watching her videos because she is a "girl pilot." I only show Kay's videos because she focuses on flying first. I often learn stuff when my daughter watches her videos. Kay is probably the best aviation youtuber around who shows videos of her flights.

[@FlyWithKay]

Thank you so much! And tell your daughter hello for me. I can't wait to see her in the skies one day! :)

[@coreym162]

@@FlyWithKay Heyyy! You're in the chat. You're about to gain a new sub in me too.

[@billythekid3234]

for those who are wondering what happened, Her instrument was the problem and had it fixed Apon landing. She said it took about 10 minutes it had to do with calibrating it after installing the new mags. Hoover ty so much for all the hard work you put in to give us these high quality videos!

[@dx1450]

Something about needing an analog to digital converter since the new equipment was digital while her instruments were analog.

[@markpitchford7375]

THANK YOU. That was a glaring omission from the video.

[@dasb00t999]

Thanks for this. It’s what scares me to death about flying small planes. You can do everything right as a pilot…but your mechanic can still kill you.

[@jakerabinz9411]

Yup, I worked with a guy, who at age 29 was intellectually barely above a moron. He somehow got a grant for A&P school in Colorado. He was half way through the 1st year of a 2 year training curriculm. He'd tell me how he learned a twist tie tool, or how to stop a crack in windshield plexi, but he was not getting any training in even fundamental flight physics/ aerodynamics . Or even the differences between SA, PA, and DA, and Standard conditions and those are critical must know settings, calculations before and during flight. They did teach weight/ balance/ datum loading, but really little about the importance of each instrument and how it works. I would quiz him with basics on these. I asked him what is an Attitude Indicator , and VSI, what are they for , and and how do they work. He didn't have a clue. His reply was "they just teach us how to take things out and replace them." I tried to explain to him how turbine engines operate, and the thrust is generated by mass acceleration of gases through a nozzle. He was clueless. I was befuddled by understanding that these A&P schools are just trade schools for dimwits. I told him to watch " Mayday" series so he could get a clue of "Dude if you screw up, PEOPLE WILL DIE!!" He told me , he barely passed his exams, and was worried about the "orals" portion of his first year finals. My point is that aviation is DEADLY BUSINESS. Yet there are training mills cranking out morons that can't even do simple multiplication in their head, and taking bong hits first thing in the morning, getting a ticket to work on Aircraft. WTF is going on there!!!

[@JS-yh7kw]

​@jakerabinz9411 but yet the overwhelming majority of aviation accidents are due to pilot error 🤷‍♂️

[@paulcarlsen4088]

I think too many KZbin aviators think camera, aviate, navigate, and communicate. It’s refreshing to see someone who thinks about cameras last.

[@Mountain-Man-3000]

She kept being a CFI, just her "student" is a camera now! Great to see a conscientious pilot who is taking flying seriously!! We do tend to see all the worst aspects of flying on here usually so this is refreshing.

[@Capecodham]

CFI?

[@Capecodham]

@@snarkywombat155 You are not the producer, thus you need to spell it out.

[@badouplus1304]

@@Capecodham Don't be an assh***e, CFI is mentioned in the first minute of the video, figure it out by yourself.

[@ter1413]

@@Capecodham Certified flight instructor.

[@Capecodham]

​@@badouplus1304 Hoover details what the acronym stands for, he is a professional, you are not which allows him, not you, to use the acronym AFTER he defines it,

[@jimw1615]

This pilot's actions are a perfect showcase of what to do for every flight. We have way too many pilots (some making videos of their sloppy flying habits) who just jump into their aircraft and go flying, automation and all. When Kay gets into ATR flying, she will be an asset to the operator that hires her. Thanks Hoover.

[@pilot-debrief]

Absolutely!

[@codures]

I bet she does: aviate - navigate - communicate - instagramate.

[@theaustralianconundrum]

She's still too blase in my book. Look at her other vids. Some are quite unnerving. @@pilot-debrief

[@thedave1771]

I just jump in and go, never an issue. Checklists are for wusses. If I crash I just click to restart the sim. Any other pilot skipping checklists should stick to the simulator with me.

[@CharleysAquaticNook]

@@thedave1771Need attention?

[@vapsa56]

She is a pilot's pilot. A consummate professional. She will make an amazing addition to any airline. And I hope to one of the majors.

[@7thsealord888]

I am impressed by this pilot's calm, thorough and professional manner. Her running commentary of what she was doing and what was generally going on was very effective.

[@jerryvelders4457]

I've seen a few of her videos, and have a lot of respect for her attitude about flying .. and surviving. I wouldn't hesitate to ride in her plane with her. She always makes piloting the priority, and the video is secondary.

[@FlyWithKay]

Thanks so much!

[@ampere11]

It's crazy how different this felt compared to the normal debriefs. She exudes competence and skill. Well done.

[@Boodieman72]

Every pilot should be using a checklist regardless of what pilot level you are.

[@dx1450]

I'm not a pilot, but I certainly would. I know my memory isn't always the best so it's likely there would be something I'd forget to set properly before taking off.

[@christopherbedford9897]

You don't need any clearer evidence of that other than to know every airline requires it and every airline pilot does it. Simple as that.

[@karlrschneider]

A mental checklist is every bit as valid as a printed one.

[@christopherbedford9897]

@@karlrschneider Until it's not. Like when your memory fails. Which is why printed checklists exist. Doesn't matter how good your memory is in *normal* circumstances, in an emergency lots of things go out the window. People can blank at any time and it's no good saying "it's never happened to me" (a) doesn't mean it never will and (b) you're not everybody.

[@Kyle-pi4ec]

I have observed, on multiple occasions, pilots missing or incorrectly performing tasks while following a checklist. Checklists can be good, but they still don’t eliminate cognitive bias and other human errors.

[@raydelrosario2366]

I saw the actual "Kay Video" before the Pilot Debrief. Kay was so excited to try this restaurant for lunch and she was dressed up for it. But when she knew there was instrument issues, she didnt think twice about turning back and deal with the situation on the ground. Im not a pilot but I admired what she did.

[@dx1450]

Yeah, too many pilots crash because "I just wanna get there!"

[@raydelrosario2366]

@@dx1450 you are absolutely right. To name a few, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Buddy Holly, Space Shuttle Challenger......on and on

[@Joe-Guybee]

I thought the same thing when watching it.

[@jefife750]

As a retired Professional , it’s encouraging to see such Profesional level judgement from a young pilot, particularly on screw tube where many or maybe most are “how to die in aviation” videos.

[@FreshTillDeath56]

Look I'm only a paramotor pilot, but I can assure you, you feel the same exact way when something out of the ordinary comes up. There's times were I'm so close to my target destination when all of a sudden I'll get hit with something like nausea from wicked turbulence. I don't think twice about turning around and going home to land.

[@schrodingerscat1863]

If every pilot was like Kay there would be vastly less accidents. She does everything by the numbers and it is refreshing to see someone so young who takes time to do things right and fly as safe as possible.

[@MyGoogleYoutube]

Except the lack of shoulder restraints in her aircraft. She is really dropping the ball on that after performing countless other upgrades to her plane. Totally ignoring what is considered a basic safety item.

[@N8844H]

Returning to the field rather than pressing on, keeping things simple rather than introducing new factors (like adding flaps), and staying high until you had the runway made no matter what. She did a fine job of managing a weird, potentially serious, problem. Well done!

[@Peter_Cordes]

Not adding flaps is less about simplicity, more about glide ratio in case the engine quits, I think. Optimal glide ratio is always clean, no flaps, so you want the plane to already be in that state (with enough speed to fly without flaps) if you're worried the engine might quit. And without flaps she'd be flying a bit faster, so getting close to the airport slightly faster. Along with staying high like you mentioned, this all this adds up (or multiplies), getting her within dead-stick glide range of a runway sooner than if she'd put in flaps early. I guess it would have a simplicity advantage as well, although presumably she's more used to landing with flaps. If the runway plenty long for the light GA plane she's in, probably no big deal either way.

[@j3nn3s]

@@Peter_Cordes And the self-briefing is an important factor, too. This prepares you mentally for what you really want to do. Otherwise you might fall back into your routine and put the flaps although in this case it is the unsafer option.

[@ebenezerwheezer2957]

@n8844H I don't think she returned to the field. I think she continued her flight to her original destination.

[@rafaucett]

@@ebenezerwheezer2957 : In addition to this video, I've watched the original video on her channel. She returned to the field.

[@kingslaphappy1533]

Yes, she made the prudent decision and as Hoover said, she was only a few miles away from her point of departure and returned there.

[@slayer8actual]

Can't help but respect how she went from happily giddy with her newly repaired aircraft to a concerned but calm, and controlled demeanor and took rational, logical and cautious steps to get her airplane back to the airport. She could have forgotten the basics of "fly the plane first" and gotten tunnel vision on her problems as so many other pilots have done in the past - they are the ones that troubleshoot their aircrafts right into the ground - but she focused on the right things at the right time, and handled it correctly. But what I really liked the most about her video was that she did not dramatize, sensationalize or in anyway heighten the danger for KZbin likes, subs or views. I subbed to her channel long ago and I'm happy she is getting a little bit of face time on your channel and is being presented as a good example of what piloting should be. She really is an outstanding young pilot.

[@billmoran3812]

I hadn’t heard about this incident, but I have to agree she did everything very professionally. She must be an excellent instructor. I was always taught to say everything I’m doing wether I’m alone or not. It becomes routine so if I have another pilot, he knows exactly what I’m thinking and can follow my train of thought. Kay’s flight was a perfect demonstration of what to do.

[@mita6010]

Thank you for providing an example of smart, thoughtful piloting in the midst of a seemingly sea of fatal mishaps.

[@ozpilotgirl]

It's actually refreshing to see someone doing all the right things, isn't it?

[@JeaneGenie]

Great to see a pilot who communicates clearly, and errs on the side of safety.

[@EEEZSolutionS]

Excellent review - thanks for the perfect comments - I've been a pilot since 1968 - Yup, I'm an old guy. While looking for a particular video, not about flying, I caught this video and was blown away by her absolute professional approach to piloting!. I also scuba dive! The two have lots in common in that both can be exhilarating yet fatal if proper pre-flight / pre-dive checks are not done, poor judgement is used or an unwillingness to follow best practices. You did EVERYTHING correctly which included your decision to abandon the flight right down no flaps and higher approach altitude. She is truly an awesome example of how to do it, right down to communications wit GC, tower and ATC!

[@Smannellites]

Thanks for this video, Hoover. I'm not an aviator and I watch Kay's videos a lot. I continue to be impressed with her meticulous approach, her use of the checklists even though she probably know them by heart, and her very clear explanations of what she is doing, which IMO is always a clear indicator that the person understands the issues. The point you made, Hoover, about experience breeding a casual approach to safety reminds me of the tragic death of USN F14 pilot Dale "Snort" Snodgrass, a legendary air ace, who was killed in his SIAI-Marchetti SM.1019 because he failed to remove the flight control lock before he took off. A simple pre-flight surface movement check (which Kay includes in her pre-flight checklist) would have saved his life.

[@franktbone]

Kay is one of the best pilots I follow, her focus and attention to detail is how I want to fly and as a student pilot I learn from every one of her flights. Thank you for sharing, Hoover.

[@pilot-debrief]

Couldn't agree more!

[@timmarshall7903]

Agree too. No comparison with TN girl. Kay is a good, qualified, safe pilot. Checklists all the time….

[@VoiceTotheEndsOfTheEarth]

@@pilot-debrief Another good pilot to follow is www.youtube.com/@MissionaryBushPilot. He flies in very challenging terrain and lands on grass strips, many not well kept, often slick at steep angles, high in the mountains of Papua New Guinea. He is very meticulous about checklists and wind directions, maneuvering over mountain peaks and through valleys, and under almost non-existent ATC support.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

I started watching Kay's videos a few months ago. She is excellent at explaining things and you can tell she is all about safety first. Thank you for showing her skills as a fine example of a good pilot who knows what one should be doing.

[@pcaviator687]

Thank you for a video with an actual positive result this time, watching a pilot who absolutely knows what she's doing regardless of the cameras and the circumstances. I give her much respect and as always keep up the great work Hoover! 😎

[@pilot-debrief]

My pleasure! Thanks!

[@MarionBlair]

Many commenters on the TNflygirl video attributed the tragedy to the act of recording, yet this incident underscores the potential value of videos in showcasing proper procedures. Ultimately, the key lies in recognizing that filming itself does not compromise safety; rather, it's the pilot's unwavering focus on flying that ensures safe operations.

[@ninjalectualx]

Her accident is mostly blamed on her poor instructors who were too busy flirting to teach, something she actually complained about before her crash

[@stellviahohenheim]

​@@ninjalectualxOr she's just a bad student

[@tbscotty813]

Sadly, to me, it seemed that TNflygirl - RIP - wanted to be an influencer first and a pilot second. I also suspect that her great success in other areas of life may have cause her to over value tenacity and adaptability, but that is pure speculation on my part. I'm willing to bet money that Kay debriefs her videos and seriously critiques herself. She probably made her students do the same, which is something that I would have never thought about. (I took lessons a very long time ago.)

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

@@ninjalectualxThey may have been flirting, but what they also did that made her crash more likely was they did all the work without explaining what they were doing. They programmed the GPS and radio, talked to ATC, made course corrections and didn't teach her how to do what they were doing. And she never asked.

[@ponderwonder]

@@BariumCobaltNitrog3n Interesting. It's an instructor's job to confirm understanding. A student can nod all day long without every confirming they understand and can practice the material.

[@LelandRJohnson]

I must say, this episode from Pilot Debrief has quickly become one of my favorites. The insights we gain from studying aviation incidents are invaluable, yet there's a wealth of knowledge to be uncovered in the flights that don't make the headlines. It's a testament to the power of proactive learning and the importance of sharing experiences within our aviation community. By highlighting these non-incident flights, we're reminded of the countless opportunities we have to learn from one another's experiences, helping us all fly safer and smarter. A big thank you to Hoover for bringing these stories to light and contributing so significantly to our collective wisdom.

[@brianjohnson5995]

She's talking to herself and the camera. It's a way to reassure yourself and increase your confidence. I love her tenacity and discipline. The checklist if adhered to will almost guarantee a successful flight operation, even if you have to divert and adjust the flight plan. I wish she would have included the radio traffic indicating her change of plans to the control tower.

[@xdays8806]

I have over 28K hours in my log book and am retired from a major airline...I'd fly with her any day. Excellent job all around Kay!

[@fuzzybutkus8970]

Yeah,that might not carry as much weight as you think it does, Basically because anybody can say they have 28k hours and are retired from a major airline online.It just makes me move on to the next comment and say”Yeah right” I thought you’d have a ton of replies really and felt kind felt bad you didn’t.

[@plane_guy6051]

@@fuzzybutkus8970 Really? You mean people can lie on the internet? Wow, that's something I never woulda thought of.

[@fuzzybutkus8970]

@@plane_guy6051 Yep I’m pretty sure,Why don’t you do a poll for us?? Seem to have a lot of energy.😂😂

[@gailgrimett2028]

​@fuzzybutkus8970 really? Why so quick to criticise?

[@neatstuff1988]

A pro has it open but does not read it out loud to themself.

[@pollylewis9611]

Hoover, this was great for you to explain all the right things this gal did for a safe landing, nice to see and hear.

[@pilot-debrief]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thatweldingguy556]

i love kay, i saw your thumbnail on the home page and my heart sank. all great talking points!

[@FlyWithKay]

I'm alive and well! Thanks for your concern though. :)

[@Jez1963UK]

Around the same time I was watching all the TNFlyGirl videos that were available on YT I also stumbled on Kay's channel. The difference was chalk and cheese (I'm not a pilot) - I said to myself at that time that I had EVERY confidence to get in a plane Kay was flying and NO confidence to step foot in Jenny's plane with Jenny flying. The difference in the two pilots was amazing. Kay is a true professional pilot and I would not have been at all frightened or worried with her at the wheel.

[@yungrichnbroke5199]

It’s almost as if not all women are the same

[@casssmith2610]

How refreshing it is to see a video you’ve posted about a pilot who is thorough and doing everything you’ve shown us that many pilots do not do. I watch this channel regularly because I’m a Road Warrior over 30 years with over 3 million air miles under my belt, an international business traveler who loves flying and considers flight crews as my heroes. Flying is a beautiful gift to us and as someone who flies more than most, I want pilots like you and Kay taking the controls and thankfully I’ve always gotten to work and back, 59 countries, every time. I just woke up, lazy Sunday, and this is a great way to start my day! Thank you! And for introducing us to Kay - I’m going to follow her! And I’ll sign off saying what I always say when I see a plane… I send up a quiet, be safe prayer.

[@FlyWithKay]

I appreciate the follow! You may just find me flying your airplane one day!

[@casssmith2610]

Thank you Kay because you can be my pilot any time!!!

[@darkhorse2reign]

Brother, your spirit is good because sharing GOOD news is just as important as learning from bad news.

[@SteveMasonCanada]

Not what I was expecting from the title, pleasantly surprised. Kudos to you for highlighting this, and kudos to Kay for handling it so well!

[@garrettswoodworx1873]

Same here! I actually debated watching this one for a couple of days because I had watched Kay's video when she first posted it and my reading of the title lead me to believe Hoover had a negative impression of her actions that day. I'm happy to admit my impression was wrong and I enjoyed Hoover's analysis almost as much as I enjoyed Kay's video. Kudos to both!

[@Scramblerkidd]

Love how she keeps her head and didn’t panic. Thinking through the situation and working out what issues you face

[@oahuhawaii2141]

It was good to see her knowing the typical behavior of various parts of her plane, and checking to see that everything operated as expected, even before a problem became apparent. For example, not many drivers monitor the fuel burn of their car while driving; they may notice an issue when they realize they've been fueling up quicker than normal, but that's usually after several fill-ups.

[@wimpymcsteel4458]

Fortunately, it was mearly a mis-calibration in the new equipment she was talking about, and she was in no real danger. However, this video is a perfect showcase in how to handle it. No reason to take any chances.

[@andrewmanahan2469]

Kay’s approach to process and talking herself through is super effective. A good lesson for many situations not just flying. Good job Kay

[@281950]

I learned to fly in ‘82 Piper tomahawk, first thing we were taught, use the checklist. Don’t move until the gauges are correct flight controls are free and clear. As a Kayviator I’m glad you used one of her videos.

[@FlyWithKay]

Nice to see you made it over here to check out this video! Kayviator Nation is on the move! :)

[@rtbrtb_dutchy4183]

I had my first solo in a piper Tomahawk back in 1992. I love those airplanes. That was 16000 hours ago. 😂😂

[@50falcon]

yay Traumahawk!! love it

[@drogers5511]

Thank you for showing a pilot doing things right AND not killed.

[@opheliadeclines]

Really helpful, instead of attacking content creators, you're highlighting excellent teaching, supporting the ideals of preparedness as well as ability.

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

Too many pilots treat an aircraft like an automobile. It was very refreshing to see a competent pilot for a change.

[@mach533x]

she live streams all kinds of things when sh eshouldnt... dangerous...

[@Ryan_Christopher]

@@mach533xNone of it is Live. GoPros do not transmit Live video.

[@JugSouthgate]

More people should treat their automobile like an aircraft

[@rafaucett]

@@mach533x ​ : Kay's videos of / while flying are *NOT* live streamed. The videos are recorded, edited later, and then uploaded to KZbin.

[@SENSO1966]

Good to have you back, Hoover. I like that you credit her with the (self) conversation. Some pilots might be self-conscious about that and viewers might think it weird. I took a couple of backseat rides in a two-seater Hornet (VFA-106 at NAS Cecil Field) and was shocked/impressed that the pilot talked to himself throughout the flight. "Shocked" because I was used to constant conversations in my four-seat Viking but had not considered a single-seat fighter pilot might talk to himself...and now I understand, even more, the value of doing so. As always, magnificent work, Sir.

[@stephenmajor5498]

Excellent! I absolutely enjoyed seeing a young pilot treating her profession as if her life depended on it. She reminded me of when I started flying in the late 1980's before cameras in the cockpit didn't weigh as much as a small child. I made sure to talk about almost everything that I intended to do whether I had a passenger or during solo flight. It's a great way to ensure the highest levels of safety and confidence in yourself and definitely for anyone unfamiliar with aviation. Obviously, you said this with clarity in the video. But it's something worth repeating. Great video of a great pilot. I wish her every success in her career. PS. File a flight plan for extra protection!

[@lownow7640]

Non-flyer here. In addition to being potentially life-saving for aviators, checklists are a great idea in general. I got used to using a checklist years ago for SCUBA diving - from packing my dive bag (nothing worse than arriving at the dive site without an essential piece of gear) to pre-entry into the water. Same with boating trips and road trips. No point burdening the brain with having to remember minutiae when using a checklist will do the job better.

[@jimwithheld7217]

Exactly. On a more daily level, even a simple shopping list, so you don't come home without that one key item you made the shopping trip for in the first place. I used to own a small boat and would go fishing with friends most weekends over the summers. My fishing checklist helped me NOT leave important stuff at home. As the boat was parked outside, EVERYTHING needed to be loaded back before the trip every time!

[@bwalker4194]

Kay is going to be rewarded with a very special airline seat in the very near future. Kudos to her professionalism!

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

that is just too creepy

[@mikecappelli]

Come and fly for us here in VA in Australia, I’m nearly 30 years flying 17 on the B737 and E190 for a bit to and I wish I was taught my initial flying by you!

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

@@sg-yq8pm a _"very special airline seat"_ ?

[@rtbrtb_dutchy4183]

@@mikecappellithat’s a bit creepy. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@rtbrtb_dutchy4183]

Airlines aren’t the only jobs as a pilot.

[@Smoker140]

What a great video! @FlyWithKay just got a new subscriber! I’m a student pilot who’s in my early 40s, living a dream that I never thought was reachable. Growing up as an inner city kid, I thought to be a pilot you either had to be lucky or rich, I finally learned that was the furthest from the truth. I’m currently a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) with 22 years experience and current LEO Instructor. I live and preach that complacency is everyone’s greatest nemesis, and as seen in many of your amazing videos, it appears as if my opinion continues to hold true. As a student pilot I’m grateful for your breakdowns. To dissect a video where everything was done right and to have a successful ending was refreshing, let alone a great lesson taught. Thank you and God speed! Career number 2, Here I come!

[@ltdrak]

Great to see video's of people who fly in a professional way, and still find the time to safely explain what they are doing to their audience, be it a real or a virtual passenger. She certainly seems to have her priorities straight!

[@eugeneweaver3199]

And the joy of flying is not diminished in anyway!

[@dennistucker9081]

What a pleasure to see Pilot Kay fly! She speaks and acts like a professional, maintaining her composure, even handling a potential emergency calmly.

[@flyoma]

Even when I'm by myself in the plane or have one of my parents or a friend (who isn't a pilot) I tend to verbalize everything I am doing. At a minimum someone else then has an inkling of what's going on for their own situational awareness, and also gets the cadence of it to point out if they think something is skipped or to be another set of eyes looking outside. I hadn't seen Kay's videos before (don't watch a lot of KZbin piloting) but this was a really great example. And thank you for the debrief on it!

[@delboy1727]

I've watched a number of Kay's videos, and have always been impressed by her professionalism. I'd be happy to fly with her anytime. I couldn't say that for every KZbin pilot I have watched.

[@wickedcabinboy]

Time to apply at the majors, I think they're hiring. Thanks for this video. I kept waiting for her to do something untoward. Good to see that she handled it well. She is clearly skilled and an excellent pilot and you've given her high praise.

[@Jreaddy]

This women did a great job and I wouldn’t compare her at all to the other lady who passed away.

[@Kwauhn.]

Yeah, the difference is really night and day. Comparing Kay to Jenny is like comparing a rocket scientist to a fireworks dealer. Kay was professional, aware, and proactive. Jenny was... to put it bluntly, completely oblivious to everything.

[@rgp6570]

Nicely done Kay, and well done Hoover, featuring the good behaviors we all need to employ on every flight. I am a low time pilot (130 hrs), and don't get to fly as often as I would prefer. I usually rent when I fly, and one of the consequences is that I often don't meet the minimum requirements for rental at different clubs or flight training centers. As a result, I have a full check ride with a CFI before renting to go solo or with passengers. This means that a LOT of those 130 hours are time with an instructor to review the basics and make sure I am safe to fly. It costs extra money do do that, but is totally worth it. If I am unfamiliar with the airport(s) on a flight, I will typically fly the whole route in MS flight simulator with rudder pedals and yoke, using real world checklists at full realism settings, and with the time-of-day and weather set to what I can reasonably expect for the real trip. My benchmark for readiness is to have my instructor pleasantly surprised, and even better, for them to say they would have assumed I was flying at least every week, or had just flown the previous day.

[@mattgirgenti3595]

Glad you did this one. Have watched her for a while and you quickly identify her professionalism while having fun. I also like that you can watch any of her videos and hear the same checklist, same methodical approach, and dedication to safety .. AND still see the pure joy of flying. She shows that fun and professionalism do not have to be mutually exclusive.

[@wholearmor]

I watched that video of Kay's, and now viewing yours, it was great to see and hear your analysis and it's good to know Kay did everything right. All's well that ends well, as they say. Thank you for this video. Very well done.

[@KCBudd]

Well heck, that was downright refreshing!

[@pilot-debrief]

I figured it was time for a different kind of video. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@soupafi]

I'd go up with her

[@Mark-gg8xx]

Kay is an exceptionally responsible aviator, and it's fantastic to see her featured here, demonstrating how to effectively prevent incidents. Your content, particularly the one featuring Kay, is truly enjoyable-I'm already a subscriber to her KZbin channel.

[@vampiresforesl]

Seems to me she rode a minor incident into a "MAJOR EMERGENCY" for video view.

[@brandonman94]

Watching a pilot who feels the compulsion (whether for vanity like so many we see on this channel, or for good reasons. I'm not familiar with her channel, but, based on this aviation, assuming the latter) to record the entire flight for their channel, and then actually manages to calmly, and successfully handle a situation like this, is so refreshing. I found myself chair flying, and calling things out, and then immediately having them echoed by the PIC. Good flying.

[@simyosimyo]

Good to see someone doing everything right for once

[@davidesalerno_68]

thanks Hoover, all your videos are special and this one even more than the rest! We debrief to learn from our mistakes but it's always important to acknowledge when someone in the formation makes good decisions in unusual situations. I have been a fighter pilot most of my life and I can tell you that I would fly with this lady any day! She is a real professional and her attitude toward flying reminds me a lot of the military approach. The things I liked are all the ones you highlighted: referring to the checklist, stopping the plane on the ground to do it, knowing her machine, aviating before anything else, deciding to go back, and, most of all, no flaps until sure to make the runway! I have been very skeptical about youtuber-pilots but this lady shows that it can be done in a professional way, and should be set as an example for all the rest out there.

[@brucerodgershimself]

Great analysis video, Hoover! And My B-I-L who is a 17-year FedEx 767 pilot would agree - well done!!! And HUGE kudos to @FlyWithKay on her outstanding videos. As a pilot wannabe myself, I love hearing how thorough she is with all of her trips - it really allows us to SEE/HEAR in realtime what correct procedure is. And of course, at the same time always showing excitement, energy, and the JOY of flying! (Been happily sub'd to both channels for a while now.)

[@ellute-rx1lw]

This girl was born to fly. Her temperance and poise leave you cold. An incredible technique and knowledge that means that seeing a general aviation aircraft fly professionally and competently does not become something anecdotal and out of the ordinary. I have followed her for a long time and she is wonderful. Greetings Key. Thanks for this video.

[@drumzone5]

I've been watching Kay's channel for a couple weeks now and greatly appreciate just how much she explains what she is doing at each step of the way. She really seems to be an excellent pilot and probably a wonderful instructor. Thanks for doing this debrief on her video.

[@kamaradski1]

I too saw the original video before this debrief, and I was worried you would try to find something that is not there. thank you for giving her the credit that she deserves as I really enjoy watching her videos specifically for the fact that she is doing so many things the right way and I often learn a thing or 2 from her videos!

[@MikePierce-u2p]

A great video showing a pilot prioritizing properly, making solid, smart decisions - flying safely. What a difference from that other KZbinr.

[@kmrtnsn]

Love this video! Using the checklist! Yes! As a former helicopter crewmember checklists and crew coordination was king for us, front and back. Seeing you point out what she’s doing right as examples for others is such I great and positive turn from the “this is what they did wrong” of most videos. I too like her commentary, she’s training herself to be a crewmember, part of team even as she flys alone. Good job! I’m going to watch some more of her videos now. Thanks! This was a good one, great content and commentary all around.

[@inmitch]

Yeah Hoover this video is rock solid. It's cool to watch a pilot deal with the situation correctly, it's just as interesting and not as sad as your other content.

[@greenthing99100]

Thanks Hoover, really nice to see a pilot always ahead of the plane, dealing calmly and competently with something that had the potential to turn into an emergency but didn't ever have an opportunity to, because she did all the right things.

[@stanleynich]

Her Professionalism is what makes her flights worth watching I started watching her about around November 2023 and used to Fly with the pilots of the company I worked for back in the 80's i got alot of flying time in but never started taking lessons and geting my license but i always wanted to learn how just in case im up there and something happens to the pilot im able to get the plane down, I have enjoyed every flight Kay has made, I was watching the video when she had the problem and watched how she handled it and I would say spot on, Go Kay!!!!

[@FlyWithKay]

Thanks Stanley! I will keep going. :)

[@mrh3578]

Great focus on the aircraft state and response to the issue. Love how she reviews all the safety steps with herself.

[@skykingusa]

Thank you for commenting on a video where the pilot did things well. I do enjoy the other videos as well, but a few more like this one interspersed with the others is most welcome! It can be a little draining to always see the negative outcomes, even though they do teach us things. Keep up the good work and I look forward to more videos like this one every now and then.

[@BobReed1]

I was so glad to see her land safely. She seems like a well-trained and well-prepared young pilot.

[@peetyw8851]

Most reassuring to see pilots having the right priorities. Thank you for the excellent presentation.

[@boogerwood]

I am glad you called out the checklist. One of the reasons why I respect Jason Shappert from MZeroA is that he boldly states the challenge that if anyone sees him pre-flighting an airplane without a checklist in hand, they have permission to call him out on it.

[@Isurusish]

Thanks for the video! Kay seems to be a very competent pilot. She erred on the side of caution every step of the way. If all pilots were like her, we wouldn't be seeing so many disaster videos.

[@georgesmith827]

Excellent video. Love the call backs to other safety stories throughout. Pilot Debrief is making the skies safer one story at a time!

[@johnabney3530]

This was refreshing, especially knowing this good pilot was going make it! Her narration was excellent, you can tell that’s the tone she as an instructor. This is also a great training clip for her students showing not only proper procedure, but being calm in a real life incident. This instills confidence and a love of flying. My father was an AF fighter pilot who loved flying so much, I would joke that if he didn’t have bills to pay, he’d do it for free. Well done on both of you, top to bottom! 👏🥂

[@FlyWithKay]

Thanks!

[@davidh7799]

I enjoyed the heck out of this video. An example of an aware pilot making good decisions. Very instructional, and not left with the feeling of somebody dying. I'd appreciate you putting more of these types of videos on your channel.

[@pathologyiscool]

Awesome example of what pilots SHOULD DO. She really handled her circumstances well. Great instructional video.

[@sheilasembly-crum8447]

This is my first time seeing Kay! I love her sense of logic, priorities and navigating. Excellent decisions she made!

[@FlyWithKay]

Thank you.

[@g.tucker8682]

Demonstrating good practices, proper operations, prioritizing, decision making - all important to teaching. Good job Kay and Hoover!

[@FlyWithKay]

Thank you!

[@matthewhaddock6458]

Haven't seen many of your videos, just a couple of crashes and honestly, I think it's great that you put this up. As a non-pilot that's interested in this, it's actually great to see what should be done so if I decide to take it on, I know exactly how I should expect an instructor to behave.

[@isomeme]

It was a great change of pace to analyze the work of a skilled pilot at the top of her game. Thank you.

[@tugginalong]

Awesome job young lady!!! She even made me feel confident in her abilities which brings comfort too.

[@jimmyc451]

i love her channel. she always errs with caution rather than risking a bad situation

[@williamsteele]

Wow... she did a fantastic job. She really understands her aircraft, it's systems and capabilities. She also knew her proper priorities and was able to, or knew not to, communicate them. Thanks for posting this as a great example, Hoover.

[@bishopdredd5349]

Wow, she’s so awesome! Also love how she set her cams up with gimbal, that sideshot of her flying looks looks so cool.

[@user-clintredwood]

Yup nice to see a pilot taking things seriously. She deserves a thumbs up

[@dragonflydreamer7658]

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[@AlyssaM_InfoSec]

Love the way you put this together comparing how she handled her situation to various other accidents you've covered. I love Kay's channel because she and I both have 1968 PA-28-180s and almost ironically I had to declare an emergency at 700ft AGL just after takeoff around the same time that she had this situation. No cockpit video of mine but did post a debrief of it for the same reasons you posted this. Thought it was important to show a good outcome from an emergency once in a while and share the lessons I learned from that experience.

[@FlyWithKay]

Thanks for the nice words and I'm glad you made it safely back to the ground also! :)

[@alleyratAnderson]

It's good to see a video where the pilot was competent and didn't die.

[@acwoodcrafts2540]

Awesome video of Kay's experience!! Thank you for all the incredibly detailed videos you have put together!! Im 69, went all the way to solo back in the 90's, never finished my license, but totally have the bug back in me, starting back up next month!! Thanks again!!

[@aaronmichael1022]

This is one of the best videos so far! I love your perspective and the fact that she takes flying as serious as she should. I'm not a pilot but it's refreshing to see someone respecting the importance of really understanding their craft.

[@737smartin]

Here, here! 👍

[@davepelvin130]

Great communication and I love her thought process…. Super thorough, chill and prepared! Great job, and thanks Hoover!

[@elbelgranense]

I'm amazed that you show this as an example of what to do! The issue with the fuel flow (a bad setup of her new GI275) should have been detected on the gorund right after engine start, if not there, during run up, worst case, when applying take off power. She showed a lack of knowledge of her aircraft power plant normal operation values, in this case, fuel flow. Thanks God, the issue was just configuration and not a real fuel leak, other this would have turned out much uglier with a likely in flight fire snd tragic outcome.

[@MarkBelluzzo]

Love it! Echoing everyone else's relief in having a video with a happy ending. This is a stellar example of aviation. So many people probably think "must be an error, gonna continue" not the ones who have a will to live. Thanks!

[@pilot-debrief]

Thank you very much!

[@servingcant]

This was a great palette cleanser… I’ll definitely be subscribing to Kay.

[@kdawson020279]

Yeah, in a field where too many people make a set of bad decisions that end in tragedy too frequently, it's a good change of pace.

[@Top10VideosOnTheWeb]

palate

[@rv6amark]

Good video. She kept everything "out in front" of her rather than falling behind the situation. You can stay in front of things if you do all of the things she did here.

[@jasonworden8209]

She is friggin amazing! She even knew she could perform a slip if she had to lose altitude fast! Very smart young pilot there IMO! 👏 👏 👏. And glad to see a video once in a while where the pilot survived! Love the video, & as usual you did an excellent job of breaking it down. 💯 ✌️

[@kilroy691able]

Slips are taught quite early in flight training. necessary for pre solo release as well as emergency procedures. It should be 2nd nature to approach higher than normal.if there is a failure of engine better to have the extra buffer..

[@Stigstigster]

It's really nice to see someone doing everything competently for once. I totally get the purpose of this channel and I really enjoy learning but this is great to see as well.

[@rjsledz]

Finally a program where someone actually survives

[@TexasGTO]

She's a real professional. Excellent work. Thank you for the debrief.