CRAZY Gusty 30 KNOT Crosswind Landing at Sedona plus GIVEAWAY

[@GilMichelini]

Dude, your wife REALLY loves you.

[@marcoscaraballo2066]

-"We should go to Oshkosh!" -Pure silence... Lol

[@FlyingDirty]

Another great video Eric. Strong winds and wind shear coming off the mountains here in Colorado is pretty common and I had to learn to adjust to that very quickly. On the Six, I will land a bit fast with 0-1 notch of flaps 1 to avoid the wind pushing the airplane around. Also, keeping both tips full on landing will help substantially. Your wife didn't look happy LOL.

[@morthomer5804]

They would have a shot at the furthest travel to the show.

[@scottmulrooney8483]

It's on the way to the Bahamas ?!?! Lol that's great!

[@ibgarrett]

So, my wife is going with me to Osh the next time they have it (2021?) and I have a standing deal with her that the moment she is tired of being there she can hop on the airline and go anywhere in the country she wants. Visiting friends or back home and I’ll enjoy the rest of the week.

[@poppinsh.7820]

@@ibgarrett ok - THIS is a genius compromise!!!

[@desertsailorii]

Welcome to the USS Sedona. You're now almost qualified for carrier landings. Done many go arounds there..

[@TrentonPalmer]

Awe man, I felt for Poppins, thats never fun, and as a pilot I have been there, also not fun and definitely adds some pressure to get it on the ground. Great work on the landing!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I have def seen a few of your videos where your wife is in a similar situation! I imagine the lighter airplane makes it worse based on our experience in the smaller Cherokee 180 before we got the 6. But you have way better views!

[@ibgarrett]

Trent should get some Schwag and wear it on his next epic model airplane skiing video... ;)

[@gregorygarfield2376]

I really like when you show us the math you are doing and talking through how it affects the landing. I've never flown in a small aircraft, but I could clearly see how important taking your time and checking the math to ensure everyone's safety is, especially to you and your family.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks! I enjoy the math/science aspect of aviation quite a bit.

[@courtneyfletcher1594]

Great job on the landing!! Perfect example of “flying the plane all the way to the ground”.

[@ludastorm]

I think that reading a book during the flight makes air sick more probable.

[@cameronyoung3921]

Love the safe flying culture you promote on your channel. Always willing to try new things and test your skills but always doing so in a safe manner that keeps you and your passengers feeling comfortable in your ability. Smart choice to take several low approaches to feel out the winds as well as having a suitable alternate. Love the content!

[@teddryden1089]

landing KSEZ in those winds is not part of a "safe flying culture".

[@taxiviaalfa]

I mean an even safer thing to do would've been to just divert. As soon as I heard that the winds were gusting 30 I would've got out of that pattern right away. I don't want to risk anyone's safety

[@cameronyoung3921]

@@taxiviaalfa Not sure I entirely agree. I think it's important to note that every pilot's safety window is different and is based on individual comfort level and experience. As long as you are not breaking an operating limit of the airplane and you are confident and comfortable in your own abilities, I see no issues with pushing the limits as long as it is done safely and smartly. He made multiple low passes to assess the winds and had adequate fuel to make it to a divert if he felt uncomfortable with the winds. I'd argue that he demonstrated a great safety culture in this particular instance.

[@jimslimb]

Poppins is a saint! Thanks for putting your experiences out there - I’m easing my wife into flying and getting to see your family fully on board that sometimes you’ve got to go around, sometimes divert, sometimes say “today’s not a good day, let’s drive instead” and that’s just part of the deal is huge for setting expectations. All pilots strive to be safe, but flying with your family on board is another level of responsibility. Keep em coming mate.

[@martinpauly]

"What a trooper" - yeah, no kidding, after that bumpy ride! Nice landing, and beautiful scenery around Sedona. Thanks for sharing the flight, Eric.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@N2PPCFLYN]

I was happy to see that you were humble enough to make more than one “go-aground” attempt showing that you are a cautious as well as caring pilot. You’re safe airmen-ship will continued growth with you’re current mind set. Your wife & kids are awesome troopers! Great confidence is shown in the trust they have in your abilities. Enjoyable video with beautiful landscape and scenery. 😉

[@sirjaroudi]

Impressive flying skills with such strong crosswind. I raise my hat to you and to Poppins for her courage and support.

[@IveLearnedSomeThings]

It was interesting to see you actually flying this. It's the home training airport in Microsoft FS2020. Nice landing.

[@justinsalaskanadventures]

I live in western Alaska, winds never stop blowing out here, and a lot of people fly Cherokee out here, they love them because the Cherokees do so well in the x-wind, shoot, 90% of the pilots never even tie them down! Nice job

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Justin its funny you should say that because every time I tie it down I'm like this thing isnt going anywhere anyway. LOL.

[@dougarroyo794]

keeping calm on the approach and aware throughout the flight goes a long way in maintaining confidence throughout the cabin. Nice work!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks very much!

[@HybridRTele]

I live 20 minutes from Sedona and can't get enough of it. The Wife and I are there daily to walk doggies, Hike, and MTB. Feel free to drop the Ladies off and take me to Oshkosh. My fear of flying brought me to channels like yours. Think I may start flying an Ultralight around here next year Thanks for your content, it's very helpful and educational

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Yeah Sedona is incredible. I love hiking there. I’d love to ride bikes there as well. I think it would be amazing to fly an ultralight in that area on calm days.

[@ceballosjo]

Great skills and video, in my Bonanza V35 if wind is gusty more than 20 knots I always land with no flaps (runway length sufficient). We too love Sedona at Thanksgiving. We repeated this year with a stop at Mineral Canyon.video at KZbin. Congrats your copilot for her support!!,

[@ibgarrett]

Definitely the best way to do those gusts. Carry a bit more airspeed and less flaps. Works like a charm every time.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I agree!

[@camilom3]

Working towards my PPL currently and I’ve used your videos to show my wife the cool adventures we can have as a family, she actually thinks the Cherokee 6 is the best option in the future for us. Keep up the amazing work

[@drbobaloo]

Strong work on the landing. Glad you are able to make the Sedona trip an annual tradition to get away with your family. Your work on this channel is very inspiring!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks I appreciate it!

[@marijnjc]

Some good "rowing" there. My wife keeps looking outside and keeps her arm all along the the window or armrest.. the vibrations through her arm help somehow to limit the nausea. Congrats on the great videos! really nice!.

[@billfly2186]

The four-wheelin' looked rougher than the approaches and landing in the plane.. Your crew will get used to it. Nice cinematography. Gonna get a hat. Keep the the fun coming.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for supporting this channel with a hat purchase! Yeah the jeep ride was pretty bumpy and they got the worst of it in the back again. LOL

[@PastorKwangle]

Love the merch! But watching the flight was better - tense there for a while, and certainly can feel for Poppins and air sickness! Tell her that Oskosh never has crosswinds like that!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Haha thats a great idea. I'm going to try it.

[@poppinsh.7820]

They don’t?!? Really? Or is this a load of bs to trick me? If you’re being honest, then I might go for it!

[@billbondurant8764]

Your girls handled the rough air like pros!

[@Pilot_Dad_Adventures]

Great job on the landing and remembering to "fly the airplane" first even with the distractions, you did an excellent job and the outcome wasn't in doubt. You always had a backup plan too! Hopefully your wife recovered quickly. Thanks for sharing your videos! Keep'em coming! Happy Holidays!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@carsonrussell5985]

I got my Private Pilot out in West Texas and normally have 20 knot direct crosswinds! My checkride was even worse...

[@AndrewWiester]

Oh my! I was totally with you on the 1st and 2nd passes and caught myself saying 'go around' at the same time you decided to. So happy that you and your family had a wonderful time and experience. Thank you for the wonderful story as always.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for watching!

[@fyrstoppin]

Your wife is a TROOPER!!!! I am lucky to have one as well. Really enjoyed the video, thank you for sharing.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for watching!

[@dxfile24]

Great video! Reminds me of the time I went to Santa Ynez and had gusty crosswinds as well. I too had to go around 2 times and landed on the 3rd try!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I love Santa Ynez. Made a video there too. :)

[@edthompson2043]

Poor mom! Lots of respect Eric for taking your time.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I appreciate that thank you!

[@legoboyM]

Great video! I'm studying for my private license and my first experience with crosswind landings was about 3 weeks ago! Only about 4 hours into flight lessons and the CFI let me take the controls for the first time on landing and the winds were gusting 15-18kts. She told me how to approach the gusts and while it was challenging at first, we got on the ground without a go around even though we were prepared to. Definitely a challenging experience but with an insightful debrief and some practice on my at home flight simulator, I feel much more prepared to go at another crosswind approach. Thanks for the helpful video, cheers!

[@ryancrazy1]

Thats a good CFI for letting you give it a go. Did you get your ticket yet?

[@russperkins4054]

Fun trip and a great video. Thanks for sharing your adventures! I have not landed with that much crosswind yet, hope I handle it as well as you. Keep the blue side up!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Definitely get out there and practice with a CFI! You will enjoy it.

[@bradgrupenhagen7824]

Good call on go arounds. When you rolled final on the 3rd pass looked much more stabilized. Great ADM, great landing.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks very much I appreciate that!

[@millerliteliker]

As usual, the best production on flying videos on KZbin. Your professionalism shows. I also think a great job on showing the decision making that goes into deciding to "go around" which too many of us pilots have a hard time bringing ourselves to do - we tend to want to "salvage" the landing. It causes alot of bent metal and worse. Probably over half of my go arounds were due to gusty crosswinds. The one thing about "gusts" is that if you catch them at the wrong time they can be devastating. That Sedona plateau does make for a challenging landing. Great job.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I am definitely guilty of trying to salvage an approach or landing but in calmer conditions. When it's going to be a challenge I definitely try to adopt a mindset that I am most likely going around. Thanks so much for the supportive comment- I really appreciate it and it's really nice to know others recognize the extra time/effort I put into creating these to make them as good as possible!

[@palaskecea]

Best dad, best partners, full of love, keep going and safe and happy flying. Hope you find some monoliths in your trip.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

That would be fun! Haha

[@bcwiener]

Flew there from KPSP about a week before your flight so it was fresh in my mind. You had riveted to my seat, getting tense right along with you. Quite a challenge with those winds, especially given the surrounding terrain. Good job!!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Oh man thanks for that feedback. Made my day knowing you were engaged by the video in that way.

[@monicamarotz891]

I can’t even imagine landing in those crosswinds! I love watching your adventures.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for the comment and glad you enjoy the videos!!

[@scottmulrooney8483]

I had similar circumstances flying my mom for the first time. She's now a retired nurse, then she was telling her shift she was so psyched to fly with me for the first time. Well, it was a little choppy so I stayed in the pattern and did touch n go's so I could put down if it was to much for her. She was a trooper, kept her talking and continued pattern work. I remembered checking off left wing while asking how she was. As I heard a strained "ggrrrreeeaattttt" I snapped right to see her mike swept up as she "utilized" the puke sack. Needless to say that landing was a full stop. She recoverd like champ on the ground. Took a clean bag to work with her and just showed the bag to laughter when asked how the flight went. Good news is she will still fly with me but we need very calm weather... lol

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Haha thats a good story- I enjoyed it and thanks for sharing!!

[@FlyingDirty]

Man, it's hard to say whether I like your flying skills or your video making skills better...the video editing is just too awesome!!!

[@tedsaylor6016]

Get a Reliefband for these "moments" - the zapps on the wrist work. Even if pax throw up and feel better (gallon freezer ziplocks for that), the smell is liable to make you sick. Refrain from food/drink a few hours before flying if you think its gonna be "choppy". Always tie down at SEZ, winds can change from nothing to howling inside of an hour.

[@csm6499]

Such honest warm supportive parents. Wonderful to share your delightful family's adventures. Thanks.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

You are so kind- thank you!

[@thatBrianKimGuy]

What a beautiful scenery in your show.. I was very impressed with your wife for tolerating the entire situation, and your daughters are super mature!!! You’re lIrving my dream and keep them coming.. love it..

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thank you very much!

[@coleenafisk9583]

I enjoy you showing your challenges and being open with your go arounds as opposed to showing a greased landing at first attempt like many others would have.

[@jamesclague3566]

My mom thought we were in “hurricane” winds at KSEZ this Oct in similar conditions, ha! Awesome footage, as always, and really solid ADM displayed throughout.

[@taxidermydavid]

8:29. We understand...we trust you... Oh man. Those words pierced the heart. The music and the production was really well done too. I'm in the middle of PPL and have 3 children under 11. There is just so much in that exchange.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Hearing that back while editing definitely made me think quite a bit.

[@collinkenny3829]

Was there last week and saw your plane on the ramp! Glad you made it safely.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

nice!!!

[@michaeladray7579]

Mama is such a trooper! I used an electro therapy band when I started my flight training because I used to get really bad motion sickness, something to look into! Great video, and your girls are stunning!

[@thepurpleufo]

Your videos just keep getting better and better. Always make people feel better after watching. Thank you.

[@justanotheremdoc]

Awsome flying, camera work, and editing. Enjoy all your videos so much! What a trooper indeed.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks so much for the supportive comment. Really appreciate it!

[@MyFamilyFlightPlan]

I've had a similar experience with cross winds flying with the family. While super uncomfortable, the best thing to do is focus on a safe landing and knowing you always have an alternate. Great flying!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Agreed-- good call.

[@davidd6876]

Very impressive video! I really liked the low pass and getting a feel for the winds. Great video and always learn from everything you put out here on KZbin! Keep them coming and safe travels.

[@GeezerGeekPilot]

Eric, your videos are always top notch... but this one is off the scale! Very nicely done. Wayne

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

wow thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I had a hard time cutting this at first. spent 2 or 3 solid days just scrolling back and forth trying to figure out what I wanted to do with it but finally cracked it! I appreciate your supportive comment. :)

[@jbehrens5898]

Crazy crosswinds, gusting 30 would be a little out of my comfort zone. Nice work. Looked like you got tossed around a lot on that last approach.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

It was pretty bumpy alright. We have been in worse bumps but coupled with actual crosswind value in my head it felt different somehow!

[@christophercutforth6230]

Love love love Socal! Looking forward to getting back there once the world calms down. Love the videos! Thanks for sharing.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

It’s a great place to fly!

[@CascadiaAviation]

Beautiful landscape, beautiful airplane, beautiful family. Hope you know how luck you are dude. Glad you made sure the door was closed this time.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I definitely do. Thank you.

[@poppinsh.7820]

Uhm - that was me who didn’t shut the door last year. Guess what I do every single time now? Double and triple check it. 🤦‍♀️

[@hotvw64]

You should have your wife try the Relief Band. It cured my wife’s motion sickness issues and calms her down.

[@PilotKimmy]

We were hiking on the airport Mesa trail as you were doing those go-arounds! Sedona is simply amazing! I have to say- my favorite thing about this video (other than that yellow hoodie I hope to win) is that you showed your go-arounds. You often show your vulnerable moments as a pilot. And as a new pilot - I really appreciate that. You don’t edit out the tense moments to make it look easy. Rather, you show the reality of your uncertainty and discomfort that gusty crosswinds cause the pilots and passengers. Keep making great videos and we will keep watching! And please send me a hoodie!

[@poppinsh.7820]

Ok - I love everything about this comment. I love that you’re a woman and you’re a pilot - check it, badass chica right here! Second, eric told us at dinner that night that someone was hiking the Mesa and saw us and we were all cracking up wondering if you saw my lunch served on the wing 🤦‍♀️😂 The girls and I appreciate him keeping everything authentic as well. It’s what has made us more comfortable and sometimes even eager to hop in the plane with him. Maybe he will talk me into that pinch hitter course . . . I gotta keep meeting Boss women pilots like you!

[@septemberAJ]

Wow! Beautiful views! I’m so impressed with your go-around decisions. The pressure to put the plane on the ground is very real when there’s family and expectations piling on! Well done - and nice landing.

[@ben-n-stephflyingcircus8281]

We flew into Sedona last weekend. A little different experience for us though....winds were calm! Love the content! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

It's a great place isn't it?

[@ben-n-stephflyingcircus8281]

@@SoCalFlyingMonkey it’s definitely real high on our list of places to retire! We are based at FLABOB in SoCal. We actually purchased our Bonanza from a fella at Whiteman. I’m sure we’ll bump into you at some point in SoCal. 👍🏻

[@strohberg]

Hey, I gotta say, you are inspiring. I really like not only that you all fly together, but are so warmhearted with eachother. You set a good example, I think. Cudos to you for sharing that. It's really valuable, what you're doing. Keep it up. Flying with a big heart. Gotta love that! Good blessings to you and your loved ones.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thank you so much for the encouragement.

[@justacdnguy]

Watching you and your family enjoy flight together reinvigorates me when I lose my motivation in my flight training. Thanks!

[@renatoquintao368]

Good call on going around!... On our family trips we enjoy trying local restaurants with inspiring chef's!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Sounds like fun!

[@austingunn734]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! Poor Poppins... I feel for her. I've felt the same way after a couple of hours of gnarly turbulence. Great video, though! Love seeing the Dynon in action. I fly one myself.

[@jeffrussell280]

I feel bad for Poppins! Air sickness is THE WORST!! If you can talk your family into Sun-N-Fun in Florida, you can spend a couple of days in Orlando and hit Disney, Universal Studios and such.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Oh yeah that would be super fun!

[@josiahhaugen6783]

My first time doing pattern work with gusty winds ended up looking a lot like poppins. So cool to see you all traveling as a family and as always thank you for the awesome content!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Congratulations Josiah! You have been randomly selected as a winner of this hat giveaway. Please email me at [e-mail] with the subject line MERCH GIVEAWAY WINNER to coordinate shipping.

[@iesikhaty]

You've got a great crew with ya! Poppins pulls for the team - suffering in silence like that. Those were some very gnarly gusts right down to the tarmac, well done!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

She's come a long way since our first flight together in the Cherokee 180- I barely could get her to sit in the plane on the ground. LOL

[@poppinsh.7820]

@@SoCalFlyingMonkey truth

[@etaigabbai]

The fact that he stays so calm during high pressure situations actually amazes me.

[@piper0428]

Recent experience with similar situation in Cessna 172 with wind direction changing constantly. Very challenging. Learned when to go around and to keep calm. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@jamesbrown6235]

My first plane was an archer that ended in 631. Whenever you call out Cherokee 631, it brings back many memories

[@mitchberge8031]

Thanks for another vid my latest was 190 14G23 on rwy 16 in a C150 light by myself!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Oof that would be gnarly. My flight instructor called that plane - "The Mosquito". LOL

[@williamkumley5135]

Heck yeah! I remember when I asked the CFI to go with me on a crazy gusty day. 22G33 in a Cherokee 140. That was sketchy but I wanted to prove I could do it.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

always good to go with a CFI first! good call

[@yankeledpilot3191]

Love your determined effort while not compromising safety yet remaining so calm.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks!!!

[@jameskeelor6172]

Crosswind landings definitely challenge our skills. As a flight instructor I have had a few and had one student thank me for keeping us alive.....lol. Love the videos.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Haha that must have been a funny conversation. I used to seek out the crosswinds with a CFI for practice.

[@Outboundandbeyond]

Great job in crosswind, currently working on Tailwheel endorsement, would be a no go in that wind, been to Sedona 4-5 times, Love that place, Cathedral Rock is our favorite hike!

[@johnkroetch4559]

Nice job on managing the crosswind. You did a lot of good things. Those airframes are solid beasts. I hope you took Poppins for ice cream after - she earned it.

[@RuigieBilaro]

Love watching your videos, planning to start my aviation journey once my cousin gets his CFI hopefully beginning of 2021. lol I picture myself doing these kinds of trips with my family.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Definitely go for it! It's the most rewarding hobby.

[@sparrowcar]

The closing scene is so epic, amazing vid as always 🙌

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks for watching until the end!

[@77leelg]

Great decision making and technique. Kudos!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks!

[@franciscomuniz1757]

Love that the central theme of the video is family and bonding. Happy flying!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks so much!

[@rbarberop]

I feel for Poppins!! But incredible video and good call with the go-arounds. Thanks for making these videos! An inspiration to do the same with the family!

[@pilotjohnnyg]

Great job on the landing! Your family are troopers, especially your wife!

[@hobie1613]

Loved it! This one really showed how important passenger management is. I took my first XC as a private pilot with my dad not too long ago and the wind got stronger and gustier than forecasted while flying back. Learned a lot of valuable lessons on that flight.

[@westcoastpilot]

Definitely beyond my personal minimums. I would have been diverting to Prescott after the first attempt. Great video!

[@davidd6635]

I would have flown on to Prescott in the valley. Winds more predictable than in the mountains. What is it they say about mountain landing...back on the ground by 11?

[@SoaringMidlo]

Same for me, but then my Cherokee has two less seats than his.

[@korbike1]

Nice work on the landing, and video! Bravo for your wife and kids hanging in there! No flap landing if needed!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

yeah if on the 2nd attempt I didn't feel the roll authority I would have gone no flaps. Good call

[@dougnissen4887]

IDK but to me it looks like you killed it on the X-Wind landing. Pretty straight down the runway and center line for bonus points. Well done sir.

[@maxk3941]

Very nice!!! 5 STAR! And Respect to the Family, they where very calm ()without screamingggggggggg ) while you was concentrate with landing

[@poppinsh.7820]

Yes! Thank you! There’s no editing for that - girls and I said not a word. Truthfully after the first pass I couldn’t talk because I was going to puke! 🤣

[@ChrisFlies]

Struggling with my own crosswind landings and am grateful that you take the time to make these videos, lots of useful tips, thank you

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Glad you found this one useful! :)

[@23aviatorguy]

That video felt like it was only 5 minutes long, it was like watching a miniature suspense movie. I always get excited when you drop a video. Hopefully Poppins was able to bounce back and enjoy the rest of the trip.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks so much for that direct feedback about how the video engaged you. I really appreciate it. And yes she bounced back really quickly and we had a great trip to Sedona.

[@poppinsh.7820]

Went and got dinner directly from the Sedona airport - got a Dr. Pepper and I was BACK in the game!! Smiling and everything - he’s turned us into peeps who love to fly - who knew?

[@23aviatorguy]

@@poppinsh.7820 that's good to hear. My grandfather use to tell me stories about my grandmother's reactions when they encounter bad weather in his airplane.

[@poppinsh.7820]

@@23aviatorguy I bet those are some great stories!!

[@23aviatorguy]

@@poppinsh.7820 I've heard the same stories a million times lol. Mainly about when they flew into a thunderstorm. One day they were taking off from Jackson, Mississippi in a Piper Seneca. My grandfather said a Delta airliner departed before him on a cloudy spring day. Then, he heard that same airliner ask to deviate due to weather. So my grandfather became curious and decided to turn on his radar. As he was moving his hand towards the ON switch, it was to late. He said they flew right into a thunderstorm and the turbulence was severe. Even though it only lasted about 5 minutes it felt like 30 minutes. My grandmother was covering her face she probably had a minor heart attack. At least they survived and learned not mess around with thunderstorms again.

[@phantomscope8183]

Your filming is absolutely extraordinary and your adventures with your family warms my heart! You are blessed!

[@scottosborne420GW]

Good job handling the crosswind. Exactly what I would have done, make a low approach or two to see how it effects the aircraft near the actual touchdown area and be prepared to conduct a go-around. I enjoy your videos.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Glad you are enjoying the videos and thanks for the comment!

[@drbethdupree]

My son Tom shared this with me and I loved it! You flew right over my house when you turned from down wind to base. I got my private ticket when I was 19 going to college in Hawaii for my sophomore year. Your landing reminded me of my X wind landings on the north shore at Dillingham and I was in a Cessna 150 😬😬😬. Poppins is a great sport and my stomach is like your sighted who was behind you texting like she was on terra firma😎😎. My Son has his private ticket and is finally getting back into flying after a several year break and your videos are inspiring him! My 92 yo father has a private airstrip on PA and that is where I learned to really fly after I returned from Hawaii when I got checked out in his 1946 Aeronca Champ. Taildragger flying was a who different level of skill. I am currently not current, as I am a breast cancer surgeon here in Sedona and I don’t have the time to commit to flying that you need to be safe. Please reach out when you return to Sedona as we will share our favorite spots with you and your girls. (That is if Poppins lets you have a do over Sedona landing🤣🤣) Have a wonderful holiday and thanks for sharing your adventure. Headed to your website to get a sweatshirt to support your channel!!

[@nickxidis9571]

Oh man, getting sick never fun. Someone taught me to ask passengers how they feel on a scale of 1-10, anything below an 8 and they’re not having fun and I need to adjust my plan. Great story, thanks.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

thats a great tip thank you - I will use it!

[@smaze1782]

Very nice! I loved how when you weren't feeling it you went around without hesitation. Love your channel, man.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks so much!!

[@b.garvey9580]

Your video quality is always excellent. I was on the fence about about a 17hr road trip to paramotor and explore Sedona. Your video sealed the deal!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

I would drive 17 hours through the American Southwest for sure- so beautiful. Paramotoring Sedona will be icing on the cake!! Hope you enjoy it. Saw a couple guys hiking in to Courthouse Butte to base jump it early in the morning...

[@darmarhazel4736]

Nice job on the landing and with the merch! My crosswind skills need a little work so I would have gone to Prescott to wait it out.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

Thanks! It was at the edge of my personal limits but glad I tested the waters and ultimately decided to do it.

[@markoni978]

OH man, the ladies really put up with a lot. All the best to you.

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

They sure do!

[@harterbob]

Retired military aviator. After my military service I flew business jets for a fractional operator under parts 91k/135. Our SOP only allowed for two attempts at any approach at the destination airport. If you had to go around or go missed approach on the second attempt, you were required to proceed to the alternate. Not second guessing your decision making, but I would have gone onto Prescott after the second attempt. We once carried a passenger from Las Vegas. He wanted to go to Bermuda Dunes. Bermuda Dunes was reporting severe turbulence. Told the passenger Bermuda Dunes was not an option, but we could take him to Thermal. He became visibly angry and insisted we take him to Bermuda Dunes, which we could not legally do. Decided to overfly Bermuda Dunes at 1000’ AGL so he could see first hand that we couldn’t land there. Over the runway, we were getting beat up really bad. I turned around and he was white as a ghost, and was shouting at me, “Take me to Thermal!” Approach and landing at Thermal was a non event, and I made my point with that overflight of Bermuda Dunes.

[@vaporlockgaming5298]

That’s a good SOP. Probably before that is to check TAFs ahead of time and go ahead and turn around as soon as it is going to be quite a bit different than originally planned. I usually don’t take family on a short local hop when the winds are 20G30 so I stay married and dry.

[@galenogarbeferreira4616]

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[@sammyseidman4833]

Great work! Handled everything about as well as possible, and still greased it in! Can't wait til the next one

[@RandymanB]

Great flying, good job with a tough landing. Love Sedona, all of AZ for that matter. Just a bit to far for a flight from Wisconsin!

[@SoCalFlyingMonkey]

yeah that would be about 10 hours in a Cherokee 6! I have flown to Florida and back and I enjoy the really long trips. In flight snacks!!

[@RandymanB]

@@SoCalFlyingMonkey A long cross country like that is on my bucket list, maybe someday I'll fly to AZ from here. Nice to see you flying out of Whiteman, used to visit the tower there. I'm from La Canada originally.

[@RandymanB]

@@SoCalFlyingMonkey Follow up! We just visited Sedona on a vacation, flew commercial though, and did the Vortex trail hike and hiked around the airport. Had to re-watch your video! It was too bad it was so rough for Poppins, she is way more of a trooper than my wife would be though! Really enjoy seeing the work and thought you put into that landing. You may have been feeling the pressure to make the landing but you weren't letting it interfere with your good judgement. Love it when Poppins says, "I trust you".