Santa Monica to the stormy Rockies on a Private Jet!

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[@FredHerrman]

Love it. That shot at 10:09 of CA State Route 14 splitting off from Interstate 5 on frame right, and CA State Route 118 on frame left is just amazing to see from that vantage point. I constantly drive between Bakersfield and Burbank and go through that interchange almost daily.

[@Flugabenteuer]

Great takeoff shot at 4:48 looks like on an aircraft carrier when you release the brakes!

[@jonathonvince3605]

That thing has some serious power.

[@TheRuxinator]

0:50 I was trying to figure out what signal the marshal was giving here until I realized he was just scratching his back. Coffee and a new CitationMax video. Great way to start my Sunday morning!

[@willemp6432]

Thats funny....

[@shreddder999]

Ice on the top of the fuselage.

[@CitationMax]

Ha! That’s funny. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!

[@linanicolia1363]

marshal ????????

[@shreddder999]

@@linanicolia1363 marshaler....like a highway flagman for aircraft.

[@josephasabish3615]

Hey CitationMax! “Tiger” is a call sign out in Colorado used by the Air Force DA-20 aircraft that operate out of PUB. L3/Doss aviation operates the aircraft and often fly to a local airport named Bullseye to train USAF student pilots up to their first solo before the go fly their next airframe, normally the T-6 TexanII!

[@terryrobertson8382]

Hey Tiger, do you know Joe Gilmore? Old friend of mine from Wichita.

[@josephasabish3615]

@@terryrobertson8382 can’t say I do. I’m actually a Navy guy. Learned to fly from a guy named Russ Bird in the Springs. He and my DPE Hal Ellis work at L3. I’m off to PCola soon for Navy

[@terryrobertson8382]

@@josephasabish3615 He works for Doss instructing in the DA-40, thought you might have run across him.

[@CitationMax]

@@josephasabish3615 hey! Thanks so much for the explanation. Very cool to hear the backstory behind the callsign “tiger” safe flying! Take care.

[@robdotcom71]

@@josephasabish3615 Russ Bird... that's quite a fitting name for a flight instructor.. I did some PC tech support for a guy with the last name Bird... he owned a chicken processing plant... lol

[@gregmink]

Really enjoyed this one Max. The camera angles were money. And the edit was perfect. Hey, if you need any help with the CJ4 avionics, you know who to call. I know all those keys to press can get confusing. Just keep your fingers off the screensLOL

[@nrborod1]

Ex 5f

[@williegillie5712]

Greg, It was nice to see you and Max flying together. You both are of kindred spirit. Your both also two of my favorite KZbinrs.

[@CitationMax]

Haha! You made me laugh... You’re #1 on my list to call. Thanks for your friendship and guidance.

[@thakurcharansahu7342]

@@nrborod1 😂p

[@julikadeck1325]

@@williegillie5712 y

[@mikekarbach394]

Lived in Pueblo for a few years. Flower Aviation had a national reputation as prime stop for corporate aircraft flying cross country. Glad you enjoyed their cookies

[@Dave-eg2pc]

I like this pilot!! He speaks clearly even when speaking to the tower. And hes getting the clearest responses back I've ever heard!! back when I flew I proved several times that the tower has no idea what is being said to them a lot of the time and they'd respond as if they knew what I was saying.

[@kickazzz2000]

Wow! Glad to see the cookie in Pueblo is still a thing. Was the perfect post in-n-out snack during a stop on the way back east from SNA years and years ago!

[@Kld4402]

Man, the plane practically leapt off the ground, what a take off! And magnificent skies after take off, best office in the world!

[@bobrendon6813]

Love your videos!! I’m not a pilot or in aviation, just an aviation / plane fan…..I grew up in Santa Monica, under the airport’s take off flight path.

[@paullehr9236]

Enjoyed it. Especially the PUB part. I did some flying into there in a Mooney Ranger back in 1971. I was based at Fort Carson(not as an Army pilot) near Colorado Springs. I had gotten my Private Pilot at HVN 2 weeks before I went in the Army in 1970. PUB airport looked very different back then. If I am remembering correctly it had 3 runways that formed a triangle back then. Thanks for helping to bring back some old memories.

[@petelove9731]

Great video. I live near Heathrow U.K. but one of my favourite fields in the states was Santa Monica. I was a aviation photographer and loved sitting up on the balcony where there was a little cafe taking pictures, beautiful weather. Was last there in 1999. Great memories. Thanks for the film.

[@ExtremeRecluse]

I like that cessna pusher puller. I like how you announced the runway as you lined up. I was watching the video of the crash of the delta connector flight that had taken off from the wrong runway and crashed into the lights at the end. Those guys were very experienced pilots also. Such a simple but devastating pilot error.

[@elmerfudd6305]

Not long ago started watching your vids, your professionalism always checking sheets, instruments, even looking for other planes on runway, not being complacent is really a pleasure to watch, as the end result is getting back on terra firrma safely.. love the scenery, even the fluffy white clouds, all the best to you max keep those awesome videos coming and keep safe..

[@mj6962]

Fascinating every time! One question though. When ATC has you look for traffic, I can’t ever see it on the camera view. Is there anyway you could use a circle graphic, or maybe an arrow, to show where it is? That would help a lot. Thanks again for the great education and entertainment!

[@proprotornut5389]

Best job in the world. Great video and narration. Enjoyed it. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@naderramadan5587]

Love the feel of the plane. Very smooth on take-off ...a lot smoother than big passenger jets and the cockpit looks more "user-friendly" or a least I get that impression.

[@karlkascha1261]

I always give the thumbs up first thing because I know that the content is top notch. Always a great flight Max. Thank you for sharing your love of flying with us landlubbers. Lol. I think that my favorite video is when you flew down the Hudson in the Cirrus and looped around the statue of liberty and return to base. Whenever I watch your videos or premier driver's videos, I think of the Carpenter's song, Top of the World. It is said that the Carpenter's had just purchased a Learjet and she was inspired by the view from above. You certainly are on top of the world. The view is awe inspiring. Always a pleasure to ride along with you in the right hand seat. I'm always impressed with your professionalism and radio handling technique. Safe flights always.

[@CitationMax]

Hey Karl! Thank you very much. Appreciate your kind message. I have not heard of that song 🤦🏻 but will definitely check it out now! Be safe and take care!

[@karlkascha1261]

@@CitationMax You never heard that song before because it was a hit before you were born. Lol. Unfortunately, I remember when it was a hit. Lol

[@LukePylypciw]

I still can’t get over how cool you flying this jet alone is😅

[@CitationMax]

Haha! Thanks Luke.

[@Marvhagler]

I know, he's good.

[@samuelborchardt-cho7379]

I concur

[@apga1998]

But is it prudent to fly this without a copilot?

[@zenamoore6733]

I don’t know how he do it I’m so scared of planes ✈️🥺

[@stephenbrody2717]

Just found this channel. Very cool. Max you are so laid back. I was a little geeked when there was no visibility and just watching. 😂 I have to watch more. Good editing to man. Thanks for the cool video

[@Daveinbangormaine]

Great video Max. Maine is also a great place to fly over. I have seen your video when you flew into Portland Maine. I would love to see you fly here into Bangor someday.

[@EfficientRVer]

Bangor gets plenty of interesting stuff for you to see already, what with it being the last super cheap Jet-A before heading across the pond! Here in Keene as far as jets go, we just get a local corporate Falcon 2000 operating a few times per week, and occasional Netjet type stuff, usually Challenger 300 or 350, or Citation 560. But this weekend a Citation 680 taking off laid down an ADS-B track through my back yard as it turned after takeoff. A pair of C-130s tend to buzz us once or twice a week with no ADS-B out. Occasionally a pair or two of F-35s go roaring somewhere at maybe FL150, also without ADS-B out.

[@CitationMax]

Hey Dave, I agree, love Maine! Have been to Bangor in the cirrus but Never in the CJ. Would be a fun flight!! Thanks for watching! Take care

[@clairgood9491]

I just love these videos

[@CitationMax]

Thank you!!

[@shreddder999]

@@CitationMax 5:41 Was that Otto Pilot?

[@yankeeed15pr]

Ditto, loved that "Top Gun" power take off, you could only imagine the thrust produced by those twins...thanks for the vid Max, it really made my day down here in P.R. !! 😎🛫

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Ed! Take care and be well

[@Jack-ns6xr]

Smooth as silk, Max. Greased it. You make it look so easy. How quickly and confidently you orchestrate the flight technology is impressive. Awesome flight and great editing/commentary. Respect, sir. ✈

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Jack!

[@linanicolia1363]

Impressive solo pilot of a private jet. Did not get that level of comfort and functionality, overnight. Congrats and respect to you, handsome young man. We are impressed by your efficiency !

[@CitationMax]

Thank you! Nope it’s taken me many years of building experience and flight time. Take care and thanks for watching

[@hansdegroote7133]

Superb video as always Max. I just love the way you film close up to the instrumentation when you explain things. That makes such a difference for the viewer.

[@CitationMax]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the new camera view. Take care

[@tedgray489]

Thanks for the ramp shots of the Skymaster parked next to you at SMO. As a previous Skymaster owner I spent many happy hours flying in the western US with my C-337. Glad to see some of the older "D" models are still flying. LOL ;^) Always looking forward to your next video...

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Ted. Glad you enjoyed the shots of the 337! Take care.

[@SethTerwilliger]

You mentioned the heavy traffic there and FYI they are mostly DA20s. Initial flight training for the Air Force is there. So cool to see your perspective as I've flown there!

[@CitationMax]

Thanks so much for the background and information behind Pueblo airport and the “tiger” callsign. Very cool! Take care

[@kevincollins8014]

I have always had the bell turned on, but didn't get a notification for this video Max. Just thought I'd let you know. What another incredible flight. I love breaking through the clouds. Thanks for bringing me along with ya and for taking the time to share this.

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Kevin! That’s really odd. I know other content creators have mentioned viewers saying the same thing. Hopefully that doesn’t happen again! Appreciate you watching. Take care!

[@dralbuquerque5162]

Fantastic video. I’ll never forget my first flight into Pueblo, the airspace looked like a swarm of bees, probably 10 planes in the pattern, lots of “tiger” call signs on the radios. Fantastic FBO.

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Eric! Totally agree, Cool airport, great FBO!! Appreciate you watching. Take care

[@flightsimmer7410]

I am planning to fly this route today on my MS2020 with my CJ4. Nice videos you're making, and merry Christmas from north-Norway. Now we have the polar night season and the northern lights is dancing high in the sky. Some rarity though, we dosen't have any snow on the ground this year, due to rain and relatively mild winter temperatures.

[@RelaxingPeacefulMusicChannel]

Thank you for posting these videos. I lost my dog yesterday from cancer and these videos are a nice distraction from the gut punch. All the best to you.

[@CitationMax]

Hi Bob, I’m so sorry to hear about your Dog. My thoughts are with you and your family. It’s a gut puncher for sure but I know he or she is in a better happier place now. Thanks for being apart of my channel. Take care and again my condolences.

[@johncollier608]

Nice one, Max. Great flight and the Flower Aviation looked really interesting and smart. High praise from P1D, too! :-)

[@CitationMax]

Thanks very much John! Honored to get high praise from Greg! He’s the best. Take care

[@willemp6432]

Don`t tell Steveo 1 Kinevo but I realy like your videos Max.Thanx..

[@burtonburrus5049]

Thank you for all that you do... For those of us who do not have the opportunity to do what you do, it’s always a pleasure to see and watch your work.... You are an inspiration to watch!!! I have shared your work with many students who aspire to become a part of Aviation. Again, thank you for what you do !!!!

[@CitationMax]

Hey Burton! Love to hear you share it with your students. Really happy to hear that! Appreciate your nice words. Take care and fly safe!

[@egalxxx]

You present the best Movies inside the Flightdeck about Citation, and full flights.Thanks i love the Citation

[@cochrab]

I just wanted to thank you for posting these videos. Being a road trip fanatic, I can appreciate seeing so many places I’ve driven to and through from the air. Will be watching all of your videos!

[@en7165]

I live vicariously through you. Thanks for making these. Always gorgeous. ;)

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Emilia!

[@raultrevino9618]

Really enjoy watching your videos. Your one heck of a pilot. Thank you for your videos. Keep it up.

[@hubriswonk]

I have always liked the Skymaster and got a kick out of seeing it in your video!

[@KutWrite]

Love your vids, Max! Beautiful plane, too, inside & out. Those wooden fixtures! That engine sound on the ground! Mmmmm.... Better than donuts! Boy has that airport changed since the mid-70s when I worked and learned there. There was a sign on the approach end of 21 "NO JETS!" I've heard they're going to close that airport. The city greedies have wanted to do that since before I worked there. Probably build more multi-million condos and high-rises all 'round.

[@bigphoto1]

Glad to see C-337 still flying

[@petertarantelli]

Beautiful is right...the views never disappoint! Good flight Max, thanks for taking us along! That FBO looked amazing!

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Peter

[@robdotcom71]

Due to my health... and "finances" FS2020 is the only flying I can do these days... it's amazing how far they've come from the early days... and finally my hometown of Adelaide in South Australia actually looks like it instead of just a bunch autogen rubbish. Shame the autopilot isn't quite right yet (or maybe it's just user error...lol). Thanks for sharing Max... Happy Flying.

[@jamesbrown6235]

Great flight

[@billnicholson2470]

Great scenery. Thanks for the ride Max. Nice landing.

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Bill!

[@Adam-bd3fs]

Absolutely beautiful flight there, Mr Max. Hope to see you in the UK soon! See you in the VIP Studio Lounge, CYA YA!

[@germantobon5498]

Hello Max, I learned to fly in SMO 25 years ago, I sat in awe looking at Jets like yours which I haven’t flown yet, I’m flying the bus nowadays. All the best.

[@superskullmaster]

You got the seniority to still be flying?

[@germantobon5498]

@@superskullmaster if I had stayed at avianca I would, if I had stayed at Qatar I would, but presently on unpaid leave at a Far East outfit.

[@CitationMax]

Hey German! Thanks very much! It’s definitely a special place to land and takeoff. Safe flying! Take care

[@guitarrman03]

You don't want the same "guy" to complain to the FAA because you didnt really "cleared" the runway, makes me think of an other pilot on youtube ehehe... made me smile a bit, props to Greg and you !

[@2000stephenellis]

I could sit and watch these all day ! ... i`d love to do this as a job...sadly too old now ... but watching these is the next best thing ..subscribed and notified ! thank you !

[@ca1mello]

The center dashboard camera is awesome!! Excellent image quality and info entertainment. Congrats.

[@CitationMax]

Awesome! Glad you like the new camera angle.

[@larrymayberry2312]

About to go into the clouds..might be a little bumpy. Just as you said it the wing tips were waving at the clouds.

[@wotan10950]

Sweeping video! But hey, I live in the same area as you do, and I think New York’s Hudson Valley is absolutely breathtaking, especially in the Fall.

[@silvereagleomaha]

So cool....love the single pilot Jet thing!

[@T_210]

Nice. I've never seen KSMO so deserted...all yours mister!

[@myownboss1]

Subscribed!!! I moved up from a twin Cessna to Citation!!! Kidding; I have been subscribed to vlogger ‘310 Pilot’ for the longest and you just showed up in my recommendations... I am hooked! Thanks!

[@CitationMax]

Ha! Thank you for the support. Take care!

[@isaacfeinberg4623]

Cool to see you flying right above my house! I right around the end of the runway, so I see planes flying close overhead every day.

[@nickhart5332]

Awesome! Man, that thing looks like a blast to fly! Keep up the great work Max!

[@CitationMax]

Appreciate it Nick! Take care.

[@benz500r]

Cool video! I was just a few days in Colorado Springs ( not far away), a beautiful time of the year to be there.

[@onepairofhands]

that bird gets of the ground pretty quickly - nice vid

[@thefencepost]

At 24:26 you mention what you think is a military airstrip. It's a drag strip at Pueblo Motorsports Park. It does have about 2,600 feet of straight so it could serve some as an emergency landing spot in pinch.

[@EfficientRVer]

Brings back memories of the Gimli Glider landing.

[@rareform6747]

That lake Pueblo Reservoir is fun .

[@dotnetdevni]

Glad see u bk

[@taurus66]

Love watching your videos.

[@therealdeal6846]

It's always a pleasure riding the right seat with you keep up the great content..beautiful landing by the way!!!

[@CitationMax]

Thanks very much Simon!

[@BenNstyle]

The takeoff really shows the engine performance of the CJ3+ - Very Impressive.

[@CitationMax]

Yup! It’s very impressive.

[@trinipilot2246]

Awesome flight once again Max!!! Being from the east coast myself, I’m alway amazed by that part of the country and it’s beauty. Thanks for sharing!!

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Very much Kevin! Definitely a beautiful part of the country! Take care

[@StephenTWelsh]

hey Max, you should search "Working Title - CJ4" on google. Its a project some people have been working on to improve the CJ4 in MSFS 2020

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Stephen! That’s what I use. Back when this was filmed (over 6 weeks ago) I didn’t know about it. It’s a great project and much improved. Take care

[@shadownexusxdoac8634]

That airfield when you said it must be military, that's probably Air Force DOSS/IFT where Air Force pilot selects who do not have a PPL go to for their initial flight training.

[@brycesaunders9633]

Enjoyed this Max. I flew into KPUB on my solo cross country for my PPL. Had to pit stop at Flower. Very hospitable FBO with some extras.

[@dazzawazza1797]

These videos are mesmerising! Love it

[@larryadams9935]

So appreciate your vids, Max. Also, appreciate your professionalism and enthusiasm for aviation! 👍😃

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Larry. Appreciate your support. Take care

[@MyCowboy2000]

Thanks for taking me with you! I wait for your videos.

[@corockclimber]

Glad you likd my hometown area and it was nice to see it from your perspective!

[@DanWebster]

loved it, mesmerized at how you dont freak with a white 0 vis winscreen

[@charlesadamson7810]

Im impressed! These corporate jets are pretty slick. love the confidence and skill you put forth in a very interesting video. I just found you, but Ill be back.Thanks for the ride Max

[@CitationMax]

Thanks so much Charles! Appreciate your nice words. See you on the next one.

[@coreyjordan2745]

CitationMax. Playing my favorite song in the background. Awesome brother. "ooyy - gelatin nature".

[@garrymorrison1769]

That was a fund flight. Smart 15 degrees right heading for Wx. I also fly the MSFS.

[@jasonrwilkinson9216]

Hi Max, beautiful scenery on approach to KPUB, great to see the airport busy with training flights - hope you enjoyed the cookies!

[@scottyp1873]

Great video Max, good times. Thanks for sharing and making videos.

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Scotty!

[@barrydavid9287]

Great video Max , doesn't take long to get airborne in that plane of yours. Smooth touchdown also, keep up the good work !

[@CitationMax]

Thanks very much David! Appreciate it.

[@KyngRoss]

Love your videos. Keep them coming Im a x-plane11 and Microsoft Flight sim addict

[@softreset82]

Sunday morning with Dunkin and Max. Truly a memorable day

[@CitationMax]

Ha! Thank you Jason.

[@coma13794]

Really nice work. You're staying way ahead of the airplane which is why it all looks so easy. Looks like SCT has ceilings up to FL190 in some places, unless it's a fixed pointout for aircraft on that SID, we'll look at getting that refreshed on PE!

[@CitationMax]

Thank you KS! Had goose bumps flying in the ZLA airspace after spending thousands of hours on PE in that exact area as you know lol. So cool! Thanks for watching my friend. Take care.

[@kabty1]

Always loved the beautiful scenery in your videos

[@Corvette_pilot]

I’ve been over the Rocky’s a few times. It’s an awesome view.

[@JamesRaffaele]

I really enjoy your videos. It’s a pleasure to watch. I love how detailed you are when flying and sharing your videos. 👍👍

[@aikidoshi007]

Good job! Thanks

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Steve!

[@falgul21]

Max. great video as always... Woow California fires can be see it !!! .. nice clouds and bumping .. awesome landing... !! Thank you for sharing !!

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Al! Appreciate it! Take care.

[@davidweiss8710]

No joke..I did a Santa Monica to Colorado Springs flight in the Citation in MSFS2020 about 10 days ago. It didn't go well for me..but that is because I suck at MSFS2020 so far..lol! Great video Max! (if I can screenshot my flight log in the sim I will)

[@CitationMax]

Ha Hey David! I hear ya! Try this mod for the CJ4! It makes a huge difference. github.com/Working-Title-MSFS-Mods/fspackages just unzip the folder and put it in your community folder and that’s it. Take care and thanks for watching!

[@stalkev]

Great flight through he clouds on Auto pilot..... You stuck the landing too... Awesome, and thanks for sharing.....

[@CitationMax]

Thanks Kevin

[@kenprevatt1267]

Butter landing , you make it look easy

[@PilotDaveAviation]

Great video Max, that skymaster sitting next to you before you taxied I flew in 2004 out of PBI to DAB with a buddy. Wow, icing already, as always my friend thanks for sharing your video ! Good day, N7DR

[@CitationMax]

Thank you David!

[@CodeFreak1981]

Great video of the flight to Pueblo, CO. I was born in Pueblo, CO.

[@HyperShift]

That thing got off fast!

[@KevinGoldenEnterprises]

Cool. I’ll have to give the CJ4 another try in FS2020. Thx for the heads up.

[@suttonflorer7258]

Longitude is better in fs2020

[@CitationMax]

If you google CJ4 MOD for Microsoft flight simulator. And put that in your community folder it changes the plane!

[@CitationMax]

@@suttonflorer7258 check this out also! google CJ4 MOD for Microsoft flight simulator. And put that in your community folder it changes the plane!

[@suttonflorer7258]

CitationMax awesome thanks

[@suttonflorer7258]

CitationMax will you make some videos of you playing with it I would love to see it

[@rauledgardorodriguez5520]

Thank cap. IT was a nice fly.

[@scottturner891]

Love the detail to safety and communication you provide. Keep doing that you do my friend!

[@CitationMax]

Thank you Marty! Appreciate it.

[@wunderwoman6577]

I love those cool starts as well. I've seen some knarly starts before!

[@andrewbroadfoot6195]

What a neat FBO in KPUB!