Search and Rescue Idaho Backcountry - Bushplane Adventure 2022 part1

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[@robtebay1]

A very sad ending to a video full of majestic beauty.

[@AVMamfortas]

Australian here. Old. Such beaut country and such a sad event. I appreciate you dealing with this subject in such a fine and empathetic manner.

[@jimhuskyflying]

Another excellent video. Several years ago, a friend and instructor crashed his Husky in the Mountains they both got out, but the aircraft burned down to the wreaked frame. Several aircraft flew right over them, but none saw them. Finally, the next day a helicopter pilot spotted the crash site, but the terrain was too rough to land his helicopter. He radio for a SAR helicopter to rescue the crash survivors and he gave the SAR helicopter pilot the GPS coordinates. The SAR helicopter then searched the area, but could not spot the survivors or crash site. The SAR helicopter then flew to a nearby airport and picked up the pilot of the first helicopter who lead them to the crash site. After that event, I put a SPOT (now an INREACH) in my aircraft and I carry an PLB in the pocket of my flying suit least I don’t have time to find the INREACH while exiting a burning aircraft.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

Wow.. thanks for sharing the story. I have no trouble believing it.. amazing how hard it is to spot something in that type of terrain. I also have an inreach.. your idea about the PLB on your person is an important point though.

[@oneninerniner3427]

Those last few shots were mesmerizing, wow. RIP those poor fellers.

[@barnesandrewj]

Great video. Appreciate you bro! RIP to poor souls..

[@prof.heinous191]

A sad loss there... But great to see you getting into Dewey Moore, always thought that would be a great place to camp! Another wonderful episode, thanks!

[@hughboyle]

Your videos never fail to impress. Most enjoyable! Your bird is looking great too.

[@jmoriarty7106]

Well Done, Buddy. Looking forward to part 2.

[@Kolbra2004]

Thanks again Todd for showing us the reality of flying in the backcountry. It's very scenic and full of beauty but there is danger lurking. Sorry to hear about the father and son. My condolences to that family.

[@turnbank3492]

Awsome as always

[@wingandaprayer883]

Beautiful scenery and excellent flying. Very sad that a couple of lives were lost, nature and flying giveth and taketh away.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

agreed

[@countryboy1936]

Thanks Todd, awesome as usual, so sorry for the loss.

[@MrWinger1951]

Sad, but interesting perspective you presented in a SAR endeavor.

[@russellcframe]

We heard a radio voice search for them when departing Indian Creek early that morning but there was only some vague mention of a possible fire at an unknown location around Lower Loon, we flew downstream to LL and turned back upstream and back toward JC and on home not knowing anything more than general missing party. Thanks for taking the time to use your airplane to look for them. Unforgiving country, but that's certainly part of the beauty and appeal of being in there.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

Thanks Russel, and roger that - agreed!

[@paulg.yarger8797]

Thanks for your Help!!! Soar Onward!!!

[@bandyladd5138]

I love your videos, great flying, great views and great music ! Sad ending with this one my condolences to the families.

[@m118lr]

Awesome flying in beautiful country. Great background music brother! Sorry to hear of those who were lost..May they Rest in Peace.

[@TheMadmacs]

ah jeez, such a tragedy. i try to tell people, these places are beautiful, but youre alone here and its a deadly place, zero mistake zone.

[@mrsaskriders]

Nice video 👍 👌 👏 😀

[@KevinRudisill]

Great Video, Beautiful scenery. Thats cool you caught up with everyone and landed at the track. Also, thats very unfortunate news, but glad you could help out as much as you did.

[@hamlaser]

Awesome video. Sad ending, but it was awesome of you to do what you could.

[@doncatch1]

Sad News. Have a safe trip.

[@MissionaryBushPilot]

My heart goes out to their family 😔

[@Christopher-bl3tn]

Always enjoy when you post, thank you for sharing your experiences in such a beautiful place. Keep’em coming please.

[@PowerlabsDiesel]

Love west ! 45 min flight for me from home !

[@rayfletcher3683]

Very well presented,so sorry but we have to accept the risk to experience the joy. We are all sure its worth it till we face the reality. Learn all you can and hope for a little luck🤞🙏🇨🇦

[@GravityKnightFlying]

Agreed!!

[@WilhelmvonFahrvergnugen]

Don't want to one wire Dewey...got it.

[@slkgeothermal]

Excellent video; did the downed plane not have an emergency beacon?

[@GravityKnightFlying]

It sounds like it bruned up pretty much completely 😢

[@DirtFlyer]

I was in the Civil Air Patrol for a short time back in the early 2000s, and one thing I learned was that it was very common for ELTs to not function in a crash for one reason or another. For back country flying especially I would say it is a very good idea to carry a Spot, Inreach, or PLB on your person.

[@Captndarty]

Another amazing video but definitely struck a cord with the sad outcome. As far as Johnson creek goes where’s the best spot to camp in the field? East side close to the hut north or south? There’s not much info on what to expect and the best sites to look for there.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

thanks brother... I personally like being on the "upper" end (south). Past the buildings just a little ways. I usually setup camp in between the last two bathroom shacks (when you are there you will know what I'm talking about). A lot of folks do like to camp north of the main buildings, there are good spots back in the trees for sure. Really, either side of the main buildings is good to me.. fairly close walk to the showers, can get into wifi range if needed etc. Decent places for tents, firepits etc.

[@shadowsrwolf]

This is kind why i want to move away from the old pacer limited on time of year to get in and out of Idaho. Performance margins are just too small to get in and out on the hot days

[@JimBronson]

I'm thinking that if I took off and had a performance issue in these narrow canyons, I'd probably follow the river course if I could, and if I had to plonk it down in the river, that's better than the alternatives. What do you think?

[@GravityKnightFlying]

Most of the time I agree. If you are headed down river, that generally means not rising terrain so thats a decent bet. There are a few kinks in this river too abrupt to fly if very low, but still better than a box canyon. I have also had the same thought - in many places in that part of Idaho, i think water skiing it into the bank at low speed would be better than hitting the trees or steep, rocky terrain. Not always, but often anyway. In some places that river is pretty fast, deep and wide… so I would not want to be upside down in the middle… but if done correctly, hitting the bank at a low-ish speed seems better than the alternatives! Great comment 👍🏼 -T

[@Watson1]

Great video, just a question, what hight are you allowed to fly until you need oxygen. Down Under here you can go to 10,000 ft. Thanks for posting. Cheers Wiz

[@defoozle6098]

I would absolutely love to see you link up with Cory Robin. Have you met? Both your styles would make for some great content. I’d watch!

[@GravityKnightFlying]

I would think I would cross paths with him at some point (I have never met Cory)

[@JSBIRD69]

In case anyone was wondering, that's me in the A-10. I was just airing it out.

[@gregwatruba4541]

Pfffffff, amateur I have an SR-71.

[@JSBIRD69]

@@gregwatruba4541 Yo G, can I get a ride?

[@prof.heinous191]

@@gregwatruba4541 That's kid's stuff, I'd like to tell you about the TR-3B I fly out of R-2601 and out your way, but I'm not allowed to talk about it.

[@chriskennedy9294]

Could you share your performance specs? Cruise speed, gallons per hour, stall & landing speed. could you also help explain indicated airspeed @ high density altitude?

[@GravityKnightFlying]

5.25-5.5gph at 95-100mph indicated. At 85-90mph fuel burn is real low. Above 105mph ias it gets thirsty. Climbs 1500ft /min at vx at 7k altitude where I live. Seen it hold 1100ft/min climbing through 16,000ft. Stall indicates 25 or less power off, but not accurate… 30mph at an average weight more realistic.. probably 33 at gross. Realistic touch down speed would be 35-38mph depending on weight. With power you can get it a little slower. No wind, take off roll at say 6k density altitude can be under 100ft if light. Typical up here about 150ft. Never had it to sea level. Indicated with vary with DA, especially being fixed pitch. Being turbocharged it will make power anywhere, but run out of prop pitch up high… start to notice it more above 12 or 13k, but true airspeed still gives enough advantage its ok. For example at 15k, im cruising at 24-25” and seeing 5500 rpm, so indicated speed is falling off because i could use more pitch (which would allow a more typical cruise power of 26-28”)

[@gregslaven813]

Love the videos, but you need to have the ability for us to hear your comms!

[@Flightstar]

What headset brand do you operate with? How is the Noise cancelling (if it does) work with the high frequency sound from the Rotax?

[@GravityKnightFlying]

I have a lightspeed zulu 3… it cancels noise well, but i had trouble with the headset quickly after buying it new. The wiring is a really crappy design… it took me a couple hours of tedoius wiring work to fix it… and i will buy a bose next time (though i hear their new model has some issues…. But the a20’s are fantastic).

[@billhalbert7955]

Another out of state airstrip bagger with a camera. Just great not.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

who are you talking about Bill?

[@tedmcd6584]

sounds like hes referring to u grav... what a fool did he even watch the movie! u landed at like 1 strip and helped look for downed planes!