Single Pilot Jet Flight to the HondaJet Factory

March 19th 2023 - Flying Single Pilot back to the Mother Ship at the HondaJet Factory for some nice upgrades to the jet as well as a few scheduled maintenance items.
Route of Flight: KFCI-READE-LYH-HENBY3-KGSO
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This video is highly edited for time, presentation, and content. It is NOT to be used for instruction or regulatory purposes.
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FBO
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Aircraft and Engines
GEHonda Aero Engines HF-120
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Aircraft Management Services
Turbine Aircraft Logistics - FlyHJ
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Training Services
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Survival Gear used by Blue Max Six:
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Uncharted Supply Company - Zeus
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In-Flight Gear & Services
Air Sync - air-sync.com
FlightPlanning by ForeFlight: www.foreflight.com
In Flight Texting -Garmin InReach Mini 2
www.garmin.com/en-US/p/765374
Headsets by Bose (A20): boseaviation.com
XM Satellite Radio - Aviation: www.siriusxm.com/aviation
Sunglasses by Oakley Standard Issue (Military Veterans Program): www.oakleysi.com
In-Flight Recording
Cameras: GoPro Hero 9, Hero 10, & MAX gopro.com
Camera Mounts: Joby joby.com/us-en/
Video Editing by Final Cut Pro: www.apple.com/final-cut-pro
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[@kevinferrell6466]

I have your father's squarely in my prayers. And his presence next to you, albeit in spirit, is a great thing to have. My father has passed so I do not have that luxury. Bravo. It shows what you are made of.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks so much. I'll pass that along. I'm grateful to still have him 1) around and 2) interested.

[@5iFTYHFaviation_addict]

Not gonna lie, this lil jet grew on me, didn't like how it looked when I first saw it, now I love it lol

[@bluemaxsix]

Same. I saw the HJ at the Oshkosh debut. Great to fly and incredibly well designed

[@bradlovely6936]

Always a pleasure cruising the stratosphere with you! Stay fly, BMS!

[@bluemaxsix]

I had to share your "Stay Fly" comment with my daughters. You helped me massively up my rating with them.

[@bradlovely6936]

@@bluemaxsix - : ) However, whenever, wherever I can -- I will. 👍✈

[@bluemaxsix]

Solid. Much appreciated. 🤜

[@bradlovely6936]

@@bluemaxsix - Anytime, guy! We value you + what you do!

[@kevinferrell6466]

I bought a Honda Jet hat. That gets me one step closer to the actual thing :-) keep pumping out these videos, I truly enjoy them and learn much about the Honda Jet and what I will need for a type rating.

[@bluemaxsix]

Hah, I didn't get a hat and I now feel totally cheated! Thanks for watching and keep moving forward!

[@chrishall9740]

Great flight. Thanks for taking us along.

[@bluemaxsix]

Absolutely. Thanks so much.

[@westjet116]

Thank you Tim and also for all the work you wife puts in to make these great videos. Very much appreciated.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thank you. I just read her your comment and it's greatly appreciated. I'm flying & filming with my brother tomorrow. Stay tuned

[@E69apeTheMatrix420]

I now understand what the American dream is. Congratulations on your all your life achievements. Fully deserved, hard work pays off.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. I'm grateful. Thanks for watching.

[@christy6828]

Thanks for that info on non-flair landings. I learn something new every time I watch.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks Christy. These comments make all the work worthwhile. Well...I'd also be happy with a few hundred thousand more in ad revenue

[@JaimeCCS]

Hopefully I'll be there the first week of June. The aircraft is in pre-purchase inspection. Wonderful video as always. 👊

[@bluemaxsix]

Outstanding. Keep me posted on how it goes. It's an impressive operation that Honda Aircraft runs. But like a good barber, chef, or mechanic...don't rush them!

[@airplaneramp]

Fun!

[@bluemaxsix]

So Fun! That flight Was forever ago (it seems) but travel and training delayed getting it edited and out. I have a flight with my brother tomorrow, which should be a lot of fun.

[@airplaneramp]

@@bluemaxsix Have fun doing some stalls with him 😂

[@brianglass3534]

Great video. Enjoyed watching it.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. I appreciate it

[@user-gw5uo2zc6k]

Great camera angles and editing. It keeps the segments moving smoothly. The cabin looks bigger than the previous video I watched because of the camera positions. Great job varying those it up.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks so much. I keep working and trying to tweak to get them better.

[@Mrd1_j6665]

This is an AWESOME channel. Great info shared...

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. The feedback helps. Keep it coming!

[@paulgudde2025]

wow! love the video - I hope you post many more for days and years to come - so educational and camera angles are awesome! thank you so much

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks so much. We're working on another one that I hope to post later today.

[@brunogt1982]

Awesome video thanks for the upload 👍🏼

[@bluemaxsix]

You're welcome. I'm grateful that you all take the time to watch and comment.

[@guitleft]

Hi Tim - I mentioned retiring to my colleague and your cuz Karen, and told her I wanted to learn how to fly. I'm on chemo, so computer only. Also mentioned that I love honda jets. She said her cousin had a little jet thingee, and later sent me a link to your youtube site. Turns out I was already a subscriber and following your videos. If you are ever in the Atlanta area, your lunch or dinner money is no good here! Would love to break bread and hear some stories. Safe travels and thanks for the vids! Mike Carey

[@bluemaxsix]

Hi Mike, I'm so glad our paths sort of crossed and how awesome that you're learning to fly. I'll happily take you up on your Atlanta offer! Stay strong 💪

[@rodar4690]

Great videos as usual. You should come and fly to France when you can.

[@bluemaxsix]

We're really hoping to do the Atlantic Route and fly through Europe. Thanks for the invite and the positive comments.

[@donc9751]

Im enjoying your videos very much! I like both your casual conversation as well as the more technical aspects of doing what you do as it was once my dream job to go aviation via military path but it didnt work out this life around so im really enjoying both your civilian aviation discussions as well as your military background as i grew up military and spent the years between age 14 and through my graduation from HS living on Ft. Hood Tx and love military history etc. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride! I am going to start learning to fly the Honda Jet in msfs 2020, maybe even set up some of your flights. Blue skies and happy flying as you live the dream!!!

[@bluemaxsix]

It's so great to have you fly along and I'm really glad that you're enjoying our content. We'll try to keep it coming.

[@BillyJ10]

And just one more suggestion. Would Love to hear the turbines spool up on start, one of the best sounds in the world

[@bluemaxsix]

Rats...We thought we had it in there for this one. Oh well,filming a flight with my brother tomorrow and I'll try again.

[@grahametindale8292]

Great pilot! Love your commentary!

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. We're working on getting another one out today 🤞

[@globalnomad450]

I laughed during the take off run, you were accelerating and your iPad screen rotated due to the acceleration 😂

[@bluemaxsix]

It really does kick you in the tail! I love it.

[@natebot321]

First time I’m seeing this channel! Loving the camera views, professionalism, and uniqueness as I haven’t been able to find any other HondaJet cockpit flights like this. Only thing I could suggest is for better audio. Maybe mix in some raw cockpit sounds on takeoff and landing. CitationMax is a great example of this.

[@bluemaxsix]

Welcome Nate, thanks for showing up and taking the time to comment. When I was in the market, I couldn't find anything either. For the sound, I literally had 1 camera audio mixed in at normal volume for this flight. You're not the only one recommending that. I'll keep trying. #QuietJet

[@williamkent7270]

Thank you for posting these HJ videos. I fly a HJ out of St Augustine and enjoy what you have shared.

[@bluemaxsix]

I'm so glad that you enjoy them. I'm working in another one this week...Hopefully. Any chance you're coming to the HJOPA Safety conference at the end of the month?

[@yakisakisumo]

Just an incredible perspective you are "graciously" allowing us to see... THANK YOU!!! And THANK YOU to your "film editor" - The Wife! Love these videos...

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks so much for the feedback, We're kicking off the editing on another video today and I've passed along your words of encouragement to my wife as well.

[@terrytomlinson8772]

Enjoyed your BizJet interview - been to the HondaJet factory - all looks first class

[@bluemaxsix]

Hey, thanks so much. @BizJetTV was such an incredible ble resource for me when I was moving into the HondaJet, that it was a real blast to get to interview with him.

[@AustinMarti]

Concise radio calls, disciplined flying.. really enjoyed the flight and video.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks so much for watching. All feedback is certainly appreciated 👍

[@AustinMarti]

@@bluemaxsix Thanks for sharing it! I sent you an email

[@kevinferrell6466]

Have you considered a Patreon channel and a merchandise line? Like men's pilot, he does very well with this merchandise, T-shirts and whatnot clever sayings on them like this is how I roll, the picture of the attitude indicator. Regardless, I anticipate your channel will progressively grow and additional revenue streams will be developed. A pilot like me can learn a tremendous amount by watching you operate your aircraft.

[@bluemaxsix]

I've thought about it. I'd obviously like to monetize the effort that goes into it. Right now, I'm not sure I could do justice to Patrons since I really don't have extra (quality) content to share on a consistant basis. I did turn on the Super Thanks and also engaged with Buy Me a Coffee. I've heard from a few manufacturers of the gear & services I like enough to talk about. No sponsorships yet. My gut is that I'd need to be north of 100K subscribers to be on their radar. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@kevinferrell6466]

@@bluemaxsix when you're ready to go with Patreon, should that arise, count me in. Imagine how much it would cost me to have an instructor show the content you display. Good luck on your ATP, although I doubt you'll need it. The luck that is.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks Kevin, I'll work on having unique content. I did pass my ATP, it was excellent training.

[@kevinferrell6466]

A huge thumbs-up!

[@smjj08]

Love your videos, living vicariously through you, just picked up the Honda Jet in MSFS 2020, trying to duplicate your flights, loving this jet for sure !!

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. That's awesome. Thanks for following along. I'm working on another video today.

[@WRTS4G]

Just stumbled across your channel and the videos are great! I'm a Chesterfield native and did some lessons out of Chesterfield until my career path took me into public safety. Just picked up the HondaJet for flight sim and I've had a blast flying it so far. Subbed and looking forward to future videos!

[@bluemaxsix]

So glad you stumbled into us and thanks. I was just out at Chesterfield this morning getting things ready for a flight and video tomorrow. I hear awesome things about the MSFS HondaJet. I posted a few videos a few months ago specifically to address some questions from the Sim community. Thanks!

[@WRTS4G]

@@bluemaxsix Chesterfield is a great airport and I had a blast flying in and out of there. You were right when you said in one of your other videos how amazing the staff is. Still remember going there over 20 years ago when the BBQ place was there and would just watch planes. I still get a chance every now and then to drive by the field, but I’m residing in the west end now.

[@bluemaxsix]

Absolutely true!

[@jerrybarlar9768]

You are a good son to put these videos together for your dad. Has anyone suggested that perhaps you would enjoy Glider Flying? It would be a perfect match of your love of sailing and flying. The "mechanical turbulence" you experienced can be thought of as ridge lift. Good luck and God Bless with your flying. Love watching your channel.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks Jerry, I've taken lessons in gliders before and loved it. Hmmm...maybe this summe?! Thanks so much for watching.

[@John-hw3ds]

Liking the camera angles now. Great job! Also in your preflight you run engine fire alarms. Does the HondaJet have fire suppression on the engines?

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks, John...everything about these videos is still a work in progress but it's getting incrementally better. For the engine fires tests - that's a part of the automated preflight systems check. Good catch! And yes, there is fire suppression. It's built into the over-the-wing engine pylons.

[@sirthomas9835]

Vids are quite interesting, particularly your comments. Perhaps the addition of close up views of the instrumentation while making flight changes would be informative.

[@bluemaxsix]

Great suggestion. I've recorded a few more with some close-up shots. I'm working to get them edited and posted. Thanks for watching.

[@_K_W]

You have a great vibe. Saw your interview on Mojo and when you said you were Army Aviation I knew I liked you. You can throw on an ASMR version of the preflights to landing and everything in between and we'd watch the whole thing, Cheers from an Air Force Aviator. Say hi to all the "Reach" call signs for me!

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. Great idea - I'll give it a try. I hear Reach all the time!

[@timothysylvain4465]

Once again, another great video! I love the new camera looking over the wing, definitely keep that. If you have any friends with Microsoft simulator and a decent sim setup I’d love to see you try the Hondajet on there and get your opinion of it! Would be a neat video. Keep them coming.

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks...Great suggestion. Maybe someone following on KZbin might offer. Could be fun.

[@billcox5217]

I’d be happy to offer mine for you to try out. I’m near Amherst, 20 miles north of Lynchburg. Love flying the Honda jet on MSFS. For a pilot I think the frustrating thing is having to use the mouse to click everything you’d just use your finger for on the real thing.

[@NovejSpeed3]

You (and your wife's editing) is fantastic. Im getting Premier 1 Driver vibes watching your videos.....thats a compliment. Looking at your library i have a lot to catch up/binge on. Easy subscribe decision! EDIT. Ive always wondered was it hard transitioning to fixed wing?

[@bluemaxsix]

Hey thanks so much for watching. @Premier1Driver is solid...and most of the reason I decided (a few months ago) to do this. We appreciate the encouragement. Fxed wng is exponentially easier than rotary wing. Aerodynamics are the same...but almost nothing else. I do miss it, though.

[@andydodson8627]

I'd love to see this bird in action if you are ever in Dallas! I've practiced so much in flight sim, what a dream to own one day!

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks for the shout out. I haven't flown into Dallas lately but if you us, make sure to introduce yourself

[@BillyJ10]

Best video yet as far as camera and audio. You're editing is becoming as good as your piloting. You could loose the direct overhead shot. On take off & approach, maybe a split camera shot. Thanks for effort. Really enjoyed it with my morning coffee

[@bluemaxsix]

Great advice. I'll try that tomorrow.

[@firepilot109]

Love the videos. We have 4 HJ based at our airport and they are awesome jets. We have a PA32 6/260 and would be great to be able to move up to twin then jet one day.

[@bluemaxsix]

I have more hours in my former Cherokee Six than any other aircraft. Loved it. 4 HJs is too many. We call that collusion! Thanks for the shout out

[@firepilot109]

@@bluemaxsix passed the instrument checkride today in the Cherokee!!

[@bluemaxsix]

Huge congrats. Literally the most useful rating you'll get.

[@user-gw5uo2zc6k]

Check your recording refresh rate on your cameras. Your touch monitors on the HondaJet keep "waving" on the recording. I don't imagine that your monitors wave on and off normally. It's just how the cameras are reading the images from the monitors. Are you recording at 4k?

[@bluemaxsix]

Yep, you're spot on. I have the earlier version of the G3000 which has 1) a lower refresh rate and 2) it varies depending on ambient light. So it's hard t nail down. What I've learned since this video is that I use 4K and 60FPS for any cameras that show the panel. It's not perfect but it's better. Thanks so much

[@RusscanFLY]

I really love that straight down camera angle shot. Kind a hard to figure out how to do that in a Cessna 172! Anyway, I feel your pain on editing! Few people realize how much work it takes to connect all of those video streams into one coherent video Anyway, fly, well, brother!

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. That angle stumped me forever. I finally judt bit thr bullet and put an adhesive mount on an overhead light. I had it even better for my flight home from GSO but of course, I forgot to hit RECORD on the audio...so that one is in the scrap heap.

[@bluemaxsix]

So many of the other Aviation KZbin folks encouraged me to use outsourced editing. No way...at least not until I'm making enough to cover it. For now, we'll just keep trying and learning.

[@terrytomlinson8772]

Navy landing - more fun technique

[@bluemaxsix]

I spent a lot of time at sea which was unique for an Army pilot. Watching those men and women fly was humbling. I guess it rubbed off a bit

[@MAGApepe]

nice,,, i guess those stubby wings dont keep you floating on landing much :))

[@bluemaxsix]

Stop yelling at me! 😁. JK. I keep 'flying' it until I'm below 80 Knots. I'm looking forward to seeing how effective the spoilers are on the new Elite II

[@MAGApepe]

@@bluemaxsix :))

[@iatsd]

Think how much better, and how many fewer problems owners would have, if it was built in Japan like it always should have been.

[@bluemaxsix]

Hmm, interesting perspective. It's been a great experience so far but culturally, I know they're always looking to improve...as am I. Thanks for watching.

[@JavaT6437]

Very nice video, Thank you. How much does it cost annualy ?

[@bluemaxsix]

Real depends on usage. Fixed costs vs Variable costs. Jets operate on Programs (Airframe & Engines) so if you have the ability to be in the top level programs, you reduce a lot of the variable risks.

[@go5582]

Hi great channel and please update your videos.

[@bluemaxsix]

Well you're in luck, I posted a new one today for the first time in about 5 months.

[@MStoff88]

Seems really wobbly on takeoff and landing. Was that just the weather that day, or is that typical for a smaller aircraft?

[@bluemaxsix]

Maybe it's justcthe cameras. I've flown a lot of planes and helicopters and this one is hands down, the most stable.

[@Glofilter]

Great video as usual. How tall are you? Is your height one of the reasons you chose the Honda Jet? (I heard that if you are over 6', it's not terribly comfortable flying a Phenom, for example).

[@bluemaxsix]

Great catch on that. I'm 6'3" and fit really well into the HJ. I was so used to dropping my seat all the way down that when I first got into the jet, I did that and said "the visibility is horrible" I was convinced to raise my seat. The headroom is significant due to the design for natural laminar low.

[@bluemaxsix]

I've been in a Phenom but not since I've had & flown the HJ. I did sit in a Citation M2 earlier today and I really didn't fit in there at all

[@mmichaeldonavon]

Are you sure this is not just a "USAF T-39" jet that's been recycled? Just need to lower the Horiz stab a bit.

[@bluemaxsix]

Yep, she's a little rocket!

[@mts982]

do you have a link for turbine aircraft logistics?

[@bluemaxsix]

Www.flyhj.aero

[@johnlang150]

Was wondering Navy or AF, looked like a AF landing

[@bluemaxsix]

Even better...ARMY!

[@lnyhbt14]

Change the prompt to "Left / Right engine start" please.

[@bluemaxsix]

Hmm. Curious why?

[@shahidsouad]

which tablet and apps you used to record ATIS information? Tx

[@bluemaxsix]

Sure. I have a Sony Audio recorder that plugs into my headset which records audio on a seperate track. On my iPad, I use ForeFlight to take notes on ATIS and Clearance

[@shahidsouad]

@@bluemaxsix Thanks, last one, which apps do you use with pencil to write on iPad? I want to switch over from writing on paper to iPAD for taking instructions. Nice video.

[@bluemaxsix]

Yep, that's Foreflight. It has a section within the app called NOTEPAD which has the CRAFT format on it for clearances. I literally have gotten away from all paper using foreflight. I also like it because it's sync'd so whatever I do on my iPad I see on the app on my phone and vice versa. They don't sponsor me so this is my endorsement as a long-time user. Try it Nad let me know what you think

[@bluemaxsix]

What do you fly?

[@shahidsouad]

@@bluemaxsix Cirrus G2+. It is good machine and I enjoy it lot. Had my mind set for long time to get Honda Jet but end up with Cirrus.

[@alanwood4968]

is that usa?

[@bluemaxsix]

Yes, it sure is.

[@alxusmc]

What’s the push button start system name? I’m drawing a blank

[@bluemaxsix]

Thanks. FADEC - Full Authority Digital Engine Control

[@alxusmc]

@@bluemaxsix you are a gentleman and a scholar. I was going to put my head through the firewall tying to remember.

[@kevinferrell6466]

Thank God those pesky cameras aren't Minimum Equipment List items.

[@bluemaxsix]

No kidding. I just picked up a few larger video cards so I can go to 120FPS on the cockpit cameras. I can hear them beep when they shout down, but I never know which one it is until afterwards. Memory card full, Over Heated, or Battery going Flat. The battery life isn't great at all. We typically spend an entire day getting video downloaded, sorted and aligned.

[@zlindriver7632]

I guess if you can afford a HondaJet, you can afford cashews for your inflight snack. 😉

[@bluemaxsix]

I KNEW someone would catch that! Worst part was I left them behind when I scrambled to catch my commercial flight. #wastedcashews

[@bluemaxsix]

BTW,I have a few hours in a Zlin.

[@MichaelCarterShow]

I've been to the Duke Power cooling towers before taxiing for the railroad. I've also driving to INT airport as well but couldn't find brotha Mike's school/dealership @ 1st. I have now. I also traveled to GSO as well bt nt the Honda Jet facility personally. Have you got a chance to check out Mike's school @ Smith Reynolds Airport? I'm trying to network with him as well & finish my flight training there. I've made contact with him briefly via email bk in 2022 bt was tld he was busy. Can you also hook me wit Honda for networking purposes as well? Would be greatly appreciated. I'm too trying to build my channel as well. Good luck on your ATP rating btw. #salute!!!!!

[@bluemaxsix]

ATP rating -✔️ I was just talking to Mike this morning. His training program is solid. They are exclusive for training professional pilots.

[@user-ko8xz4cp4h]

بدنا مترجم بلغه العربيه 🤎

[@bluemaxsix]

I believe you

[@Parr4theCourse]

“FULL ROUTE DEPARTURE”…. Pilot = Cringeworthy!!!

[@bluemaxsix]

Seems like Every. Freaking. Time. Now. And for a 32 min flight?! Oh well, still super grateful. Glad you all are back in the air...as always, thanks for watching.

[@Parr4theCourse]

@@bluemaxsix Thanks a little rusty but getting back into the groove again… Good luck on your ATP!!!

[@bluemaxsix]

Passed it! Thanks

[@Parr4theCourse]

@@bluemaxsix Ah man you spoiled the anticipation for your next video-ha!!

[@bluemaxsix]

@@Parr4theCourse What really spoils it is how long it takes us to get a video out!