Shortest Runway in the world? Part 2, length correction, tall grass, & real talk with Jon!

Join me as I show more footage from the ground, explain why my runway is laid out the way it is, and see some more cool clips. There should be enough details in this video for you to make your own "informed" conclusions about how long the useful portion of this runway really is.
I never once said this strip is the most sketchy or difficult.
I'm not sure why a handful of my fellow STOL pilots seemed so offended by the first video. Maybe it is because of the shortest runway title, or maybe because the Super701 cost less than 1/3 of some of the other high-class STOL planes and the fun factor is just as high?
Whatever it is, just remember, when someone who thinks they are way up high on the totem pole tells you that "You don't even know what you don't know"; that saying goes both ways sometimes. ;)
Anyway, I strive to remain a pretty humble guy and try to follow the rule: "Be nice to me and I'll be nice to you."
I don't care if you fly a $5000 ultralight, a million dollar jet, or don't fly at all. I genuinely try to treat everyone, with respect, in the same way.
You can see the first "Shortest Runway" video here:
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Thanks to my fans, followers, and friends for all the amazing positive feedback!
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[@scotth985]

I watched the video in question and it got in my crawl as well. It was just the plain arrogance in his attitude and I was a fan before I saw that particular one. I watched his attempt to be humble and I guess it's just not in him. Aviation needs new blood encouraged by the older more experienced pilots. If everyone had his attitude it would detract from vs add to the hobby. I will say this for him though. He led me to your channel and I have thoroughly enjoyed. All I see is a polite and well mannered southerner enthusiastic about his hobby. That is infectious. You got a new subscriber out of his temper tantrum or blow to his ego that made him look silly. I simply wouldn't want to hang out with him. You on the other hand I know for a fact I would enjoy. I've got a farm in the Ms delta just west of the hills that has me wanting to get into aviation so I can get from my home in south louisiana in 2 hours vs 4 hours. Don't be surprised if we cross paths one day. Hope that day comes sooner than later.

[@SMcda]

Yeh, don't listen to the negative BS. I have close to a 1,000 hrs in a turbo 206 flying the backcountry of Idaho. I have seen some hairy stuff. What you are doing in your front yard is incredible. Keep it up, no need to change what is not broken. Love your enthusiasm.

[@shanekennethjamesaustin3949]

Hi from Down Under Jon. Keep up the great work. Haters will be haters, there’s nothing you can do about that. Love your aircraft!

[@deanyoungblood9033]

Jon, Someone always has to be better, just don’t let the negativity bother you. I enjoy the videos and love the Zenith. Stay safe

[@joebruey]

Great job, Jon. The way you handled this is admirable. Too much negativity out there and not enough mentoring. Stay positive and find good people to surround yourself with.

[@HookedOnUtah]

Jon, don't sweat the small stuff. You have a super cool plane, and a super cool farm and stip. Love it. Fly safe and keep making the cool videos.

[@KitfoxPilot]

Jon thanks for you calm comments, shows what kind of a guy you are. I was a fan of the other guy but he really showed his self IMO running you and your plane down for no reason other than he must be the south end of a north bound horse. I'm no longer subscribed to him but I do enjoy your content. Keep it up!

[@chetbeckley3414]

John, love your videos and if you’re runway works for you, great! Thanks for your rising above all the nasty! God Bless

[@qrplife]

Your plane, your runway, do what you want. Thanks for the cool videos though.

[@foesfly3047]

I say this world is a better place because my brother, Jon Humberd is here, doing exactly he does. Don't you ever be anything except exactly who you are. And please, keep doing what you do. I love seeing it.

[@stubby4317]

Thanks for the update and explanation. I started watching one of the videos that was in response to your previous one but didn't make it very far due to a total lack of humility on their part. It's unfortunate that there are a few like that but I can honestly say that as a new pilot, everyone in the aviation community has been supportive in spite of my lack of experience. That's how we all need to be. Be helpful, be humble, be safe and enjoy the privilege.

[@round167]

come on up to Kansas Jon you are always welcome at our strip (0KS8) its a little bigger than you are used to but we like it (1700 x 75) nice rolled smooth grass!

[@Sam_Holt]

Hey Jon, keep the videos coming! Don't let the naysayers get you down. Everyone loves aviation content - please keep it coming!!!!

[@DirkHav]

You are an honnest, entertaining young pilot, and a very good one ! You have so much years to go, so keep informing us what you do.

[@bobbyhaynes5116]

You work with what you have and you have a place to land at home, don't worry about the haters...

[@boisebadboy93]

You're honestly living my dream. I'm from upstate South Carolina and I want my own larger piece of property with a small grass strip and a small hangar. Jealous!

[@paulmccurley7083]

Hey Jon, I'm impressed with your flying ability, don't let the negitive comments get to you! You and Trent Palmer have got me wanting to get into STOL. I recently bought an older 701 with a 100hp rotax that I'm redoing but I'm putting a 2000' runway on my farm. I only hope to be as good as you some day. I get to Chattanooga quite often I would love to see you plane some time.

[@JaviRP97]

Jon, love your content. Keep doing it your way and keep humble. We much enjoy it like that 👍

[@Joe_Not_A_Fed]

You are an inspiration. You have fun and you post fun, interesting content. You seem to love what you do and it shows. Keep doing whatever the hell makes you feel good. Thanks for sharing.

[@dfallt22]

Great to chat with you at KSQI and see the 701 in person. We always keep learning, and it's awesome to have you take us along for the journey. Safe travels on to KOSH!