Rest In Peace Fellow Aviator 💔 We'll Have You Home Tonight

In this video, we're sharing the recovery of a tragic airplane crash that took the life of Wayne Wirt. We have The Wirt Family in our thoughts and prayers as we mourn the loss of this amazing Husband, Father, and Grandfather.
If you would like to support The Wirt family to help them cover some of the many other costs associated with this tragedy, you can find their GoFundMe page here: www.gofundme.c...
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Ryan McDonald- North Wind Helicopters
Mark and Mike Patey
Ben Schumacher- Timberland Helicopters
Linn County Sheriff's Office
US Forest Service
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[@just_max069]

As one of the 5 grandchildren, I am very very grateful you guys got involved. Thank you so much.

[@jaydintrudeau9887]

I’m very sorry for your loss. May God bless and bring peace to you and your family.❤

[@4113N5]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please pass on all of our condolences.

[@richardfowler3254]

I am so very sorry for your family's loss; I will continue to keep you all in my prayers as you all work through this sad time.

[@michellehoffman7158]

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family ❤️

[@ratchet2003]

Sorry for your loss. Memory eternal

[@philipdeclue1658]

Dave Sparks is such a great human constantly putting him self in position to help out people who desperately need help leading by example of what we should all inspire to be to make life on this planet a little bit more bearable always thinking about others and nature he is truly a angel amongst us thanks to him and all his guys

[@theotherguymax9189]

Spread random acts of kindness brothers and sisters

[@hevan420]

Agreed very good people 👍 not many left on this world

[@colebz420]

All for the content. Content is also how he is able to help so much. Kinda goes hand in hand

[@KryptsCorner]

Would they do it without recording it though, content is king 1st and foremost to all these people

[@Sam-lq2jh]

@@KryptsCorner Would they be able to do it without recording?

[@fj9460-lr]

As a retired state police crime scene investigator and processor I commend you all for your empathy and respectful handling of this tragic even!

[@rdejaynes]

Amen

[@edwardbrown561]

I hope they got a proper debrief and counseling after something like this. I've seen several youtube groups go this (amazingly selfless) route, and over time you can really tell what they've seen is wearing on them mentally

[@kwhite145]

God Bless all of you that were involved 😢

[@jamesallion7648]

@@edwardbrown561 I agree. As a former fire and rescue member, I have worked a small plane crash such as this. Worst thing in my career.

[@spencerwinston4334]

May the angels watch over this man and his family. You and your first class Team deserve honorary Navy Seal Trident medals for these Saint like acts and your sublime service to humanity. RIP fellow pilot, we salute you.

[@vlarep2]

This is what America should be about. What a great group of people. Also, I cannot belive what that family was put through. As if the loss of a father and husband wasnt enough. Bureaucracy is a cancer.

[@Helix_22]

Did you hear what he said at 6:04... Simply disgusting. It's like the American machine isn't being ran off of American blood. Could you have imagined if they did not get it down in time... This country is falling apart because we do not have Americans running the country.

[@jasonnean2795]

Nailed it, @vlarep2! Well said sir.

[@jamesmorris3928]

Fellow UH-60 A/L aviator here (US Army, retired): we recently lost two dear friends of my own (from college and later in the Army) to a terrible accident that is still under investigation. You really handled this recovery in a professional and compassionate manner; compliments to you and all the members of your team.

[@mmec2000]

I know the feeling. God bless you Brother.

[@jeremyanderson7493]

Sorry for your loss

[@Th3Weirdest0ne]

I'd like to thank you for taking the time to share your heartbreaking story, and for your service.

[@Mr_Capybara.]

Thank you for your service and I’m sorry for your loss.

[@the.snackiechan]

There is only one thing we all can say. Thank you for bringing him home Thank you for bringing closure to the family Thank you for doing this Thank you for being there And Thank you for being so kind

[@travism9339]

That's 5 things.

[@the.snackiechan]

@@travism9339 Five of the same

[@IdiocracySpace]

Indeed. Play back with captions on - there’s several interestingly timed random “thank you”s that display on the screen. It’s only generated during the music - and when no one was talking... 🙏🏼

[@travism9339]

@@the.snackiechan Still 5 things.

[@the.snackiechan]

@@travism9339 No no He's got a point

[@inspiredblue]

As a wife of a retired commercial airline pilot and me being a private pilot- with gratitude and tears for what you have done to help this family. Thank you is not enough 🙏🏻

[@Dave-gf3kd]

Everyone who participated in this deserves thanks, and our respect for being the type of people who would jump in and help this family.

[@travism9339]

Had to make it about you.

[@r.a.facklam4851]

@@travism9339 who are you hating on now?

[@jocelynkreiser]

@@travism9339 and you just "had to make" an unnecessary negative comment like a dope

[@travism9339]

@@jocelynkreiser You look pretty with the filter. Wonder what you look like without it. 😂😂😂

[@celestiafanforever]

didn't matter how much paperwork you had to do, what matter was bringing Wayne Wirt home, you did an amazing job with doing that.

[@benvitcov5523]

As an old retired pilot with 5000 hours of experience I know the loss of fellow pilots. Bless you for what you did.

[@skylerp3664]

Got some time under your belt my man 🫡

[@KeithStarr]

Every time I think HeavyD can’t get any more generous he goes and does it again. Amazing team you’ve created.

[@ryanroberts1104]

It is nice to watch - they could just give money, they could try to hire a guy, or they could just make a small donation...but no, they get their own equipment and do the whole damn thing themselves! Imagine how amazing it would be if other "influencers" behaved this way!

[@AmandaJohnson1000]

What awesome job you guys are amazing

[@ChalkyHonky]

Yeah he is a great person! Hope the person in these comments pretending to be him gets testicle cancer

[@k9ashra]

As a retired law enforcement officer…thank you for your service to the family of the pilot. Very kind

[@alexislaisney3749]

As a retired stazi I thank you for your commitment to the order. All freedoms must be granted with papers.

[@pjk1714]

They are incredible on ground and air. When I saw the relationship with AWP and them working together, it was like watching the forces of good for those families. Thank you for your service.

[@zioncardman18]

@@alexislaisney3749 your ignorance shows no bounds! In a video like this where communities come together to help people out you feel the need to be a political dipshit! Your parents must be proud

[@thomascampbell7407]

As a full time human being... thank you for your service to the family of the pilot. It was not unkind.

[@jg6142]

50 years I’ve been a pilot ,30 at the airlines. Thanks for helping out God Bless.

[@DomGaccioli]

Seeing Dave and the crew use their skills, connections, and finances to help people in need is tremendous. We need more people like y’all around.

[@MatthewSTEELHEADERBC]

This is the sort of content that separates you from everyone else. Real stories real people. Genuine. Nicely done to you and the team.

[@williamdobbins3131]

As a veteran of military aviation (years of A&P school before that), a SCUBA Divemaster, and outdoorsman, I greatly respect the effort put in by the entire team. People like you keep our communities alive. Bravo Zulu. For our fallen brother, Fair Winds, a d Following Seas, we'll see you on the other side. For now, we have the Watch.

[@debbiejeffries3256]

Heavy D can make the impossible possible. Your ❤ is showing AGAIN. Thank you!😊

[@Shakey-fg6xy]

There isn’t a single person/team I respect more than HeavyD and his guys. The enthusiasm to help those in desperately difficult situations is unmatched. Thank you, for everything you guys do!

[@alvaro781minayt]

Never seen such an incredible group of people, helping the desperate in need. May that fellow aviator rest in peace.

[@alcaholic9559]

What

[@ethanmartinez640]

I don’t think this will ever be surpassed… you and your teams generosity and respect is a pure reminder that there are great people in this world who will help anyone at any time.

[@Slebonson]

God Bless you to the whole HeavyDSparks and crew!!!

[@tscott6843]

Having over 2 decades of civilian law enforcement experience and 2 decades in the USMC, I have handled far too many tragedies. I've never seen a crew work with any more compassion and devotion to the tasks at hand. I know for certain your attention to detail and respectful completion of this recovery will help the grieving family immensely. I have no connection to the family, victim or anyone involved, but I still want to say thank you. I liked and subscribed.

[@jshoe1986]

Dave and his crew deserve some sort of recognition for what they do paid or not nothing changes BIG heart ♥️ Massive community right here 🤙

[@cctoronto]

Dude, the stories, the cinematography, the music, the emotion, the editing! You sir, and your team, are killing it these days! Some of the most compelling KZbin video on KZbin! I can’t say enough, well done. You’re a good egg Charlie Brown!❤

[@sstocker31]

As a fellow aviator I'm gaining huge respect for you and your entire crew. I 've been following your vids for some time now and know that you have a huge heart. Thank you for all you do.

[@bogdannartowicz6560]

The world needs more people like you guys, Amazing human beings, Thank YOU

[@Andykev]

As a GA pilot for 48 years, and a sheriff sgt for 28... I have seen the reports and photos of many accidents and viewed wreckage after recovery, and I've been on many a crime scene. This is the first "on scene" recovery I've had the opportunity to witness. This was an outstanding video, compassionate, sensitive, and professional in every respect. Thank you.

[@felixcat9318]

Very well said.

[@snakkedr]

Having lost my father several months ago this brought painful yet cheerful tears to my eyes. I couldn't imagine what this family went through before you stepped in to save the day. Salute to you and all of the crew involved.

[@Plwalkr]

How can a diesel show end up as a reality series that has the ability to make a grown man shed a tear or two. You guys are incredible. I hope you keep doing amazing things like this.

[@carlpavlak428]

i totally agree with you on this one … this world so crazy now and no-one understands acts like this is how we need to be towards each other lifes to short for all the hatred there is

[@sandyc6569]

😊👍

[@juniorwest5706]

This one made me cry as well,

[@danielcarney6193]

I was good up till the black bag, 15 years in the fire service it brings back many memories of being on the working end. Just goes to show how real and human they are and how great it is they use their success to help others, and the positive impact they have... Even when it makes a grown man shed a tear

[@emil3672]

They do this by being amazing People, and setting an example that few of us Are able to follow

[@sykosocial]

Seeing the plane being flown directly over the camera and into the sunlight seemed quite symbolic. Great work guys.

[@dpurser]

As a former Army helicopter pilot and Vietnam veteran, I was very touched by the efforts of the Diesel Brothers and all involved. You show the spirit of "leave no man behind" that has always been a creed of Army aviation, one that we all took very seriously. To see the love, care, and effort that everyone involved put into this recovery was quite touching and made me proud. You are good men and I'm proud to know you even if it is just through this online medium. God bless each and every one of you!!

[@MrLandslide84]

I thought of the same exact thing. No man left behind. Considering the distance, etc. I am proud to be a fan.

[@thomasjohnson3793]

I know of a veteran pilot I talk proudly of, Dale Morse, very good man, so if anything like him ,we need a world of you, thank you for your service and God bless

[@jessicarandall22]

Hooahh!!!

[@williamcole464]

Thank you for your service, a fellow Vietnam era veteran.

[@Jimmyfisher121]

amen may your god stand by your sides.

[@kidwave1]

Dude, you are in a truly UNIQUE situation, to have the skills, equipment and motivation, to help people in some very dire and difficult situations. You're efforts are much appreciated. My condolences to the family.

[@TT-me9xh]

Agreed!

[@firebythewater4477]

God had a plan at this man's conception, and the world gets to see it in action.

[@kidwave1]

@@firebythewater4477 God has a plan for each and every one of us! If we can just get out of our own way, and not sabotage it, ...lt becomes so much simpler and more fulfilling!

[@UtilityMaximus]

I’ve just recently found this channel and am touched by the thoughtfulness toward the family who lost their loved one. I’m from Chehalis Washington and am also a pilot. This channel is using its fame and fortune for good. Major fan after seeing the heart of this channel. God Bless.

[@irishmaniac918]

If no one has ever said this before, HeavyDSparks is basically a human angel walking amongst us !! He always jumps on board to help someone ! You're amazing

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

💯🙏👍

[@brian7327]

Dave after being a helicopter pilot for the past 30 years and Still grateful to still be flying this hits home God Bless you and everyone involved in this rescue of bringing this brother home

[@Bigtexascountry]

So sorry for this families loss. Heavy D, you’re not only an awesome man, but you’re a great individual. The world needs more people like you and the guys that helped out. You were able to bring a family some much needed peace. You’ve got my 100% respect for who you are and the things you do. Much love brother from all the way down here in Texas.

[@robaust3049]

“All I’m feeling is Peace and comfort…” to me, this comes from good people doing good things. Thank you.

[@philipershler420]

I was born and raised in Salt Lake. After seeing some of the recoveries you have performed (at no cost), I am proud to be a fellow from Utah. Your skill and dedication to what you do is just amazing. I was a private pilot, oh so many years ago, I still feel like part of the community. Your care and sensitivity in this operation could not have been better. May you and your crew have many more successes like this one. Thank You!

[@damoop2094]

HeavyD is such a good man

[@justinjones1632]

After watching this video I am sold on the fact that you and your crew have hearts of gold. We need more people in the world like you guys. Giving the family that closure was critical. Great work guys

[@MoonmanSpacejam]

It's sad that we pay all these taxes to the government, who have all the resources to complete this task and yet. The people still have to step in. F the government and love the people. Truly annexing what they did

[@peggytoes99]

AMEN To That! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE!

[@wowplayer160]

The way it was edited felt a little sappy but yea.

[@iitzfizz]

Yeah that's why they put it as a video on KZbin and didn't just do it under the radar.

[@ladros9154]

@@iitzfizz If they never published it as the content they would not have the money to do good, Sorta like Mr. Beast he is fucking annoying half of the time but people get free money and he helps more than most of us will ever help.

[@shortshack]

The world is such a better place because you guys are a part of it. thank you D and the crew. You give me hope for people . not much else does these days. THANK YOU . R.I.P Wayne

[@TheSkydancer28]

thank you as a pilot that has crashed in the wilderness and almost died for my troubles I am grateful to you for helping to bring a fellow pilot home to be laid to rest so that his family doesn't spend the rest of thier lives mourning for a body that cannot be recovered.

[@erikkarlsson2874]

Kudos to all you guys who jumped in and solved an impossible situation. This was a really uplifting story for a Sunday morning. God bless you all.

[@ax4hyr]

Amen.

[@jasonsimpkins9069]

Wasn't impossible. Easily doable. The government wants to have the say in everything. When they're involved it makes everything complicated.

[@derekyeager4719]

As somebody who lives three hours away from this incident, and I live in Linn County. I want to say thank you for all your hard work. I wish we had more people like you.

[@archieharrison9433]

Heart-rending. This video, more than any other, has made me a fan of this Channel. These are all some very decent people. They were sure raised right.

[@davevoorhees5994]

My dad was killed when I was 13 years old, I watched my poor mom suffer through loosing her best friend and husband. The grief and difficulties were so hard. What you did for this family is extremely amazing.

[@kush6969able]

We need more people like these guys

[@adamread2572]

Being asked for help from Heavy D is probably the greatest honor anyone could ever have.

[@ButterBunny-]

Heavy D all day 😌

[@MJCExperience]

No point in arguing over AWP or Dave and his crew. They are both equally amazing people who use their resources for an amazing purpose.

[@ButterBunny-]

@@MJCExperience agreed. There was no back and forth. Just 2 opinions. AWP doe’s amazing things for people usually pertaining to water recover, heavy D with heavy equipment and friends. Im just supporting-my friend on his channel. Cheers 🍻

[@SWC44]

@@MJCExperience BOY OH BOY, SAID FANTASTIC!!!!!!!! NICEST AND MOST GENEROUS!!!!!!!! YOU DON'T HAVE TO ASK!!!!!!!!!!! HEAVY D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!! HEAVY D HAS A HEART OF A HUEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TBrady]

He's a youtuber. I get it, he does some good recoveries and helps alot of people. But come on, the greatest honor?

[@christopherg9806]

This is incredibly moving. The comment from the victim's brother-in-law about the locksmith is so often the case in a tragedy. In your grief, you find yourself thinking about very random things. My heart goes out to him and the rest of the family. You're a blessing to so many people you touch, Dave.

[@jessicajames3276]

Hi Are you married

[@barbararexroad5897]

God bless all of you that was involved in Wayne’s recovery. You are all Angels on Earth as far as I’m concerned ❤ Prayers and Love to the family and friends. 🙏

[@comanche678]

Over the years I’ve developed such a deep admiration for Dave and the people he surrounds himself with. These guys have proven time and time again the compassion they have and the desire to jump in and help where they can. Class act’s without a doubt.

[@SSTANDLEY3557]

I sat here and cried. Thank you for helping that family. I can't believe they were going to charge them so much money to get him off the mountain. You all completed a challenging but rewarding task and bent over backwards to help a lady recover her husband's remains in a very short amount of time. 💝💝

[@ddselvig]

I had tears welling up in my eyes at the end, too. What an act of human kindness!

[@jamesallen92]

Awesome job! Continue doing gods work @heavydspark!

[@Believeagidiogun8669]

Hello I guess you must loving watching sports?

[@montyfpv2259]

I won't lie, I'm a grown man and this made me cry. You guys do amazing work.

[@thomasdill88]

Me too

[@terrallputnam7979]

I am with you on that. The family seemed so thankful and even in this very difficult time. What a loss to them but Dave Sparks and crew help lessen the burden of recovery of the plane and pilot's body.

[@dakota_7501]

Same, the end got me.

[@jamieharding3460]

Not the only one

[@nickprice7752]

Same here man

[@jonnytoast]

The way you guys use your platform and heavy equipment to help people who desperately need it is indescribable. Bless you guys and keep up the great work

[@thomasdaigle8894]

Dave and crew; what you guys have done for a stranger is by far one of the greatest things of humanity you could ever have done. You are all heroes thank you so much. This poor woman has lost everything and you were there for her. Thank you thank you.

[@lindabriggs5118]

I absolutely 💯 Love you guys. You jumped right in and helped the family without hesitation. Thank you, everyone: NTSB, the Sheriff's, the crew, the US Forest Service, and all who made that recovery happen. My condolences to the family for their loss.

[@ltmedic3]

Your respect and dignity you gave Mr Wirt is down right amazing. You were able to show what it takes to do such a recovery while maintaining the respect something like this deserves. ❤

[@Redacted341]

@@JXZ2 They are monitizing it so they can give the money to the family, they are filiming it as a documentary and had permission from the family my guy

[@JXZ2]

@@Redacted341 At what point did they say that? Didn't see that. If so, good. Not like he needs KZbin money at this point anyway.

[@Redacted341]

@@JXZ2 Its pretty explanitory though and you proved that.

[@JXZ2]

@@Redacted341 Is it? So, he never said that in the vid huh? nice. Must be one of his paid employees? So that means I had no way of knowing that he was giving proceeds to the family therefore my point is validated. Using death to promote yourself is wrong even if you are not getting paid on this he will gain subs and then money from that. One way or another, I find it disrespectful to the dead.

[@kevinburt44]

Hi from England, I'm ex RAF Firefighter, so have seen a few aircraft mishaps. Your dedication and quiet professional work is fantastic. Great work.

[@terrygardner3031]

Hats off to you and your crew. The simple fact that you guys jumped in and took care of an fellow aviators final resting place and his plane says tons for each of your hearts. The compassion you showed to Cindy and her children went beyond just help it aided in closure for them and let them know there are still good people in the world today.

[@justinrigby8308]

You guys never fail to completely blow us all away at how amazing you are.

[@cfwheezy]

The very definition of community... We cant explain how much we appreciate what you do. RIP Wayne. Much love.

[@johnhornsby9620]

Over a year later and this story still gets to me. Thank you, so much, for taking this on. I learned of your helping this family after an extensive and exhausting campaign to try to find locals to help. It pained me to see so many in the aviation community, not want to get involved. Thank you, again for your work.

[@OldGamerKatt]

Although I am not an Aviator, I am a human being and my hat is off to everyone involved in this recovery. You all handled it with the utmost care and compassion for Wayne and his family. I have been a subscriber to your channel for a long time but today you proved to me that I made the right decision to sub to your channel. And to Waynes family, I want to extend my sincerest condolences for your loss. RIP Mr Wirt,

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

ME TOO 😅

[@dakoocokid]

The biggest hero in this story, apart from the man who reared a great family and unfortunately died, was the mother. She is incredibly strong to be able to deal with this situation as gracefully as she did and may her husband forever rest in peace.

[@burtpanzer]

Not to discount anything with her, but if not for Dave Sparks, the story would have ended without a hero, just a homeless woman and a wreckage covered slope, thanks to the state and the bank.

[@WiscoWoodShop]

As a priest, it is part of my role to offer closure and comfort to the family by offering the respect that every person is due, particularly at the time of death. It is a true ministry to offer what you have offered this family. Blessings to you for this difficult work. It is not surprising that you experienced such peace in doing so. May God bless and others who have cared for this family.

[@fortnitetrashcan8308]

God bless you

[@990mustang]

As an A&P mechanic watching this made me cry. Thank you guys for the great work you guys do in bringing him home. Amazing work. This is why i got into the aviation community. My deepest sympathy’s to the family from Arizona. Hopefully they can find the closure needed from this amazing work.

[@LC-gc1mt]

You guys are all to be commended to the highest degree for this type of charity work you do. Very refreshing to see the kindness and compassion you show to someone in need and dive in and give 100% of your time and talents to get the job done. My condolences to the Wirt family.

[@gichuck1522]

I do agree with this sentiment, and have heart felt condolences. What strikes me odd, being a poor aviation enthusiast is that I cant afford any aviation hobby but here they have plane(s) with magnificent hanger, land, fork lift, jeep, etc.. But no insurance, no money for recovery, and doing a go fund me to recover plane because they couldnt afford insurance & $50k recovery as we see million in assets? Weird. Guess thats how the rich be rich...

[@alyr7443]

I don't know how many times I can say thank you and praise your team, network connections, and you Dave.. BUT I will every time!! Thank you for using your platform to do so much good for people and families that need help! You all are amazing humans for what you do!!

[@WhiteBeauty406]

Made me cry. Heavy D and the crew are amazing human beings!!! Thank you for doing this for Wayne’s family!!! RIP Wayne!

[@justinlloyd3921]

I have watched your content for YEARS from the TV to utube and just when i thought you guys couldnt do anything cooler, you guys do this. Makes me speachless and greatful to know that people like you and your crew still exist!

[@prophog1]

Thank you bro As a fellow pilot I have nothing but respect for the hole crew that took part of this recovery. “Rest in peace Wayne”

[@debracornelius4474]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TheFreeBro]

You don’t need to say you’re a fellow pilot

[@danielwatson6373]

What an awesome example of empathy, kindness, unselfishness, and compassion! Thank You!

[@Horsewomann]

I think the part that touched me the most was seeing Diesel Dave doing his thing and supporting Cindy as the plane was moved into the hanger. That therapeutic touch from another person during hard times helps so much.

[@shelbysudholt4132]

That's the part that got me too, thank you for noticing! I couldn't be there in that moment for my mom, but when I saw that scene, my heart swelled knowing that they were taking care of her in my place. I have nothing but love for Diesel Dave, Heavy D Sparks, Mark Patey, and everyone else that volunteered their time to get Wayne home. I'm glad you noticed that moment too!

[@abdication2383]

This man's existence restores my faith in humanity. God bless you, brother!! Keep up the good work.

[@UncleManuel]

I've already said it and I say it again: these videos involving a human loss are always edited so tastefully. It's hard to loose a family member so every help counts. It's awesome for all those people getting involved, wanting to help no matter time or money. Dave always has the golden hand in assembling exactly the right crew... 😎👍

[@dlcinmesaaz]

Dave, you and your team are amazing human beings! As a fellow aviationist, there is no way possible to show the gratitude you guys deserve! May the man rest in peace!

[@robbie521]

I am very happy for all you do. I am retired military, Combat engineer and aviation technician , 22 years. I worked search and rescue for 14 years and understand what that takes out of you and how it effects you later in life. Take care and never be too proud to seek help when you need it. Cheers.

[@josephg2630]

Love that “never be to proud to seek help”🤝🙏🏼💙

[@davyjones5890]

Thank You for your Service, Sir.

[@cremebrulee4759]

Cameron did a great thing by letting you know about this. Thank you for taking on this project and putting it together. The kindness and generosity of everyone who worked on this project is amazing. You all rescued this family in so many ways. Thank you for taking on this extremely difficult project. Thank you for leaving crash site pristine. Nature is sacred and essential. These areas must be protected and preserved for the future. God bless all of you, as well as Wayne's family and friends.😮

[@holditorsken2030]

i started watching this video not expecting much, but this was one of the most touching videos i've watched to date. amazing job, guys. such a sad incident, but it sounds like he lived a hell of a life. as a huge aviation enthusiast, i send all of my condolences to his family and friends. fly high, rest in peace🕊

[@shaneochristian4979]

In the aviation world myself, you guys did one hell of a job and one hell of a favor for a fellow brother.. I've never seen anything like it! You guys are truly a good bunch of guys, and I thank you for everything that you guys do.

[@messageme-4919]

Lets talk! Something Huge For You..

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

THATS A FACT JACK

[@skyknight2095]

This hits very close to home for me. My dad crashed and perished in his Lancair Legacy in the El Dorado forest in May of 2011. He was supposed to arrive at our ranch in the afternoon but never did. I had the unfortunate burden of getting the process started of trying to locate him. Initially your thoughts go from one of hope that maybe he had to divert to a remote airstrip without any services where he can't get ahold of his family to hoping he's not cold or trapped in the plane and its just a matter of time before he's found alive to the shock that someone has found the wreckage and no one survived. Getting that personal effects bag all sealed up and touching the very items your dad had used bet perished with is still emotional for me. sometimes I will look through his logbook and see the trips we went on and reflect upon it with happiness. It took SAR volunteers 48 hours to find the crash site. All of the things in this video regarding the banks and accounts needing a death certificate to continue paying bills or accessing the money are 100 percent true. I commend you, Ryan McDonald with Northwoods Helicopters, the Pateys and everyone who committed their time and resources to helping this family move on from what can only be described as an instant and complete disruption to the their lives which will have lasting effects for many years. Great job Heavy D!

[@Johnny2Bags47]

❤

[@STTaggart27]

That’s so cool and I have no clue how it feels but that is so amazing how you just have to look at the positive

[@itsjessieg]

❤ sharing your experience brought me tears, you are so right about keeping the little personal items. The loss of a parent is hard enough and to think of organizing the search and rescue seems unbelievably difficult.

[@villastarofthesea]

a sad story of a man who passed, doing what he loved to do, and you guys brought comfort and closure, a job well done.

[@Adam-hh5xl]

It's great to see a community come together to help out one of their own, whether it be aviation, diving, RV' ing, etc. This video is a testament to that fact. HeavyD, you and your crew have such big hearts and you constantly prove the quality of character you all are.

[@jeaniecolwell1531]

I agree

[@Gearhead720]

The size of Dave's heart never seizes to amaze me. You and your team are amazing human beings!

[@stevenminchew4274]

I live not too far from that crash site and I really appreciate you guys coming up here and helping out.bunch of good guys keep using your platform to do good. I tell my family you can't help everybody out in the world, but you can always do one good deed a day

[@gonsolop2429]

As an aviator myself, I say, " Bravo. " job well done. A noble cause.

[@jdshaw2751]

God bless all of you that pitched in to help bring him home! As a Marine, this is just as honorable of service as anything I can think of. Working with you fellas would be my dream job if I wasn't too disabled to could cover that kind of terrain. You fellas ROCK!

[@ourlifeunchained]

Thank you for taking care of a fellow aviator. This is a moving and emotional mission showing the amazing community of aviation. 💜

[@Flash1776_]

As a fellow aviator and Oregon resident, thank you guys for doing this. It’s comforting to know the aviation community is full of great people.

[@krystle4248]

Fellow residient as well, living in the Linn-Benton area. Proud of our Linn County Shierieffs especially but all the wonderful people that made this happen!

[@Flash1776_]

@@krystle4248 couldn’t have been done without all of these great men, but a great sheriffs office indeed.

[@Leifinator90]

This broke my heart as a father, brother and son.. You guys are some real angels for people in need. All respect for you guys!

[@lorriecheshire6471]

😢 thank you for helping the family. So sorry for all who loved him. 💔

[@314biggy]

You and your crew are true gentleman! Thank you for helping these people over the years it really brings me joy to see you helping people!

[@danielevans8434]

The things you guys do for people is absolutely astonishing. Thank you for being such great humans and bringing us along for your journey. Condolences to Wayne's family an friends.

[@kennethpecevich778]

Because of you and your crew I still believe in humanity and kindness.. thank you for helping that family

[@greenwidow]

RIP Mr. Wirt, my condolences to his family. Thank you and your team for helping their family. 🙏💛

[@insanelee13]

The gesture alone is heartwarming enough, but the act of recovering what you needed to is amazing. I don't think there's another team of people who could have done that any better, with any more respect or without as much love as being a fellow aviator then you guys. Huge respect for volunteering, and getting it done for the family. My condolences to the family, and I hope the healing can now truly begin. ♥️

[@sybiljordan209]

Amazing people. God bless yall.

[@bethfrench9064]

This video was nearly impossible to shut down. God bless you for rescuing one of your fellow airmen and helping his family! ✝️

[@Believeagidiogun8669]

Hello and how are you doing

[@2412Bec]

Respect, bro. As a retired uk emergency and rescue, I can say how much of a respectful courtesy you did the families here. 👍

[@R2debo_]

Thank You for all you’ve done & continue to do!

[@sidebproductionsllc8353]

Heck of a job boys, making an impact at every turn. Nothing but absolute respect. 🙏🏼

[@richienotsorich4303]

You have to give these men a LOT of credit for their big hearts, open arms and very hard work. It's very rare to see people who are well off doing anything for anyone but themselves these days yet here comes Dave and crew busting their butts and bending over backwards to help people in need every chance they get. There's a special place in heaven for all you do for others. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being who you all are. This was an emotional and moving situation and as usual you all rocked.

[@judyreusser7570]

I watch yours and several other rescue channels, numerous times a week. I have never felt the emotional pull that I did on this rescue. Thank you for all that you do.

[@gregslaven813]

I'm not a pilot, but I have always loved aviation. Watching this video made me love aviation even more! What you guys just did for this family was nothing short of incredible! You guys are the real deal! Thank you to everyone that helped out and came together for this cause. I love Mike and Mark and follow them on the youtubes as well! I have definitely picked the right channels to follow!!!!

[@Pilotc180]

In this crazy world we live in there are still those great people out there who volunteer time, talent, and money to help others. They set an example for all of us to follow👍❤️

[@ark-mark1]

Exactly. ❤

[@mattmcgee97]

That’s is what life is about in my opinion. Helping others when needed