Solar Panel Wings on Custom Search and Rescue Bush Plane | Scrappy #59

My final surprise for Scrappy's wings, Im installing a large solar system to produce enough power to not only serve as a backup for scrappy, but to power anything I want all night long when camping or during rescue missions.
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[@TodayIFoundOut]

Next video probably: "Well guys, I wasn't satisfied that Scrappy couldn't fly without atmosphere so I added rockets and pressurization, so that if I wanted to, I could go say hi to the good people aboard the ISS, fix the Hubble if the backup computer goes out, and offer NASA a search and rescue option they don't currently have as space tourism becomes more and more a thing in the coming years... Back to work!!!" ;-) -Daven

[@paulhernandez6871]

🤣🤣🤣

[@vonBeurling]

That plane would make a good BrainFood episode

[@StephanLiebenberg]

The next mega projects video?

[@dinobot_maximize]

thats never happening tho. earth is flat, space isn't what they say it is and the ISS is faked in swimming pools - AHHH HAHAHA!

[@robertlaird6746]

@@dinobot_maximize The earth is round and we know this because of many factors unless the Bermuda Triangle is the edge of the earth.

[@Russellsperry]

Just when I thought the wings couldn’t get any cooler Mike exceeds all expectations once again.

[@forrestwiley9866]

Mike, you are a Aeronautical Genius no doubt..!!!! With a Loyal Friend like Ron faithfully working along side You AND Your Family too, it DON'T Get No BETTER..:)

[@chrisjamison376]

Mike, Scrappy is incredible, but what I love the most is you always are thinking of others and ways to help them in a bad situation. God Bless you and your family. Your inspiration is priceless!

[@VorstopZolder]

This is mindblowing. This is the reason why I like KZbin. Every now and then you bump into a person or a group of people doing something really really special. This channel, for me, ticks all the boxes. Especially the combination of Mark’s playful mind, his clear sense of practical necessities for search and rescue and his explanatory skills. Not to mention his engineering skills and his productivity. Such a big pleasure to watch your videos. Thanks a lot!

[@super_slo]

And then there's Mike. "Together, ... they are UNSTOPPABLE!" Lol. But seriously, they cause me mixed emotions - role models on the one hand, unreachable bar you can't help but fail to approach on the other!

[@travisweide9071]

Clear sense of practical necessities!?

[@flameco33]

I second this!!!! Great job guys!

[@StrikerFin]

@@super_slo Mark?

[@murraywestenskow2896]

Mike is Thing #1 - Mark is Thing #2.

[@RealRickCox]

Just when you think Mike can't possibly pull any more rabbits out of a hat, out comes a giraffe. Amazing.

[@pete3pete]

The ideas in Mike's head probably reproduce like rabbits in a hat.

[@RealRickCox]

@@pete3pete There aren't many people I really look up to. Mike is one of them. Not only is he incredibly gifted, he's a genuinely NICE guy.

[@bumpandswing]

This man just blows my mind. I never thought watching an engineering genius at work would be so entertaining. I can't hardly wait to see the finished Scrappy. It'll be like watching a baby being born.

[@fredbrooks1386]

You and your team are an example of what this country is about! You have the resources, the ability, enthusiasm, and the knowledge to deliver a product and a service to benefit many people. Thank you! You are indeed making the world a better place.

[@larrysmith3374]

The motorcycles will also serve as auxiliary landing gear should there be a main gear failure, and Scrappy will be the first ever aircraft with MATO (motorcycle assisted take-off.) 😂

[@insolentstickleback3266]

LOL! 👍🏻😆

[@tomcoryell]

Good one!

[@NzAviator]

That's the secret that they are releasing at best tugs.

[@cameronlapworth2284]

My God what type of landing could possibly take out that landing gear😁

[@RespectableRSYt]

Electric taxi using the motorcycles

[@CaptainCharlieBravo]

I think the most exciting part is the fact that when he’s “done”, he’s not done. There’s gonna be something that he thinks about doing after this plane is already complete. Absolute genius, Mike! Keep inspiring. Keep pushing the limits. You’ve earned a fan for life.

[@nleippe]

An old engineering adage: "If it isn't broke, it's simply because it doesn't have enough features yet!"

[@msytdc1577]

With only two seats and with the ability to carry large loads under the wings he should make some carbon fiber people carrying pods. Can use the excess electrical power for a heat pump to heat or cool the pod interior. They would easily double up as extra cargo carrying capacity for day to day or S&R usage. Bonus points for being able to air-drop cargo like life rafts with supplies or cases of beer for thirsty campers. Integrate the Garmin system to auto release when drop calculator indicates an on target landing.

[@peach6405]

Draco X is coming up

[@chriszeiner7834]

@@peach6405 yep, I think allot of people forgot he as another Wilga waiting to be build!

[@craigtoull775]

This just gets more insane each part of the build. Cannot wait for some footage of places scrappy visits in the future

[@mikemorgan8792]

With all the planning, the wings came along very fast!!

[@superchargedpetrolhead]

Ron: How much overengineered you want your plane to be ??? Mike: *YES*

[@Smokkedandslammed]

I think it was "YES³"

[@toddprifogle7381]

@@Smokkedandslammed At Least .

[@Daniel.Palmer183f]

😂

[@TD_YT066]

MOAR!

[@Smokkedandslammed]

@@toddprifogle7381 And thats before he over builds it 🤣

[@JustPlaneSilly]

I put a sticker on my Grumman and had to take a nap afterwards. It's a Mike Patey sticker though so the sticker itself has a lot of additional parts, functions, features, etc

[@ForFunFlyer]

That sticker is better, stronger and lighter than all before, I guess? 😉🤙🏻

[@Kevin---kx3jy]

I have to take a nap after watching most of Mike’s videos.

[@citizenblue]

That sticker alone just shaved 5 knots off your stall and added 5 to your Vne🤣

[@robwagner4615]

😂😂😂

[@nleippe]

And it kept working while you slept...

[@ieism1]

This plane gets crazier every time I watch a video. Thank you for working S&R, its not always fun but its appreciated.

[@redlineak]

I'm going to cry thanks for posting fast! Super excited to see the wings on!! All of us in Alaska can't wait!

[@austinbarnett1]

So, scrappy was just an acronym all along.. Search Camp Rescue Absolute Performance Plus Yippy!

[@theangrybeaverpilot3973]

So true!

[@james94582]

Definitely need to see this on a shirt with outline of Scrappy!!!

[@1950harleycharley]

Love it!

[@dongeiger4500]

You should consider mounting a extreme high def camera on the underside of your aircraft to use in your Search and rescue. It is much easer and with better vision for your back seat observer to watch a video screen than they could see through a window. Also it can be reviewed later for something you might have missed during your first pass. Just a suggestion.

[@Daytonaman675]

Like a gigapixel one? With the 100TB solid state drives now this could be a real thing.

[@martylawson1638]

Why go half-way? There are 8" diameter FLIR turrets that would work beautifully mounted up under the nose or on one of the wing-cargo points.

[@Daytonaman675]

@T.J. Kong I would love to see L3 donate one just for the “oh hey civilians check out our cool expensive toys”

[@ChevTecGroup]

Thermal is the way to go. Even just having a spotter looking out an open window with something like a pulsar accolade2 will make spotting humans 20x easier. I hope Mike and his SAR team use thermal as it really is a game changer

[@alexhamon9261]

Yeah FLIR is the way. Augmented visibility in fog, night, etc.

[@darrellrath]

I really hope you post your rescues and epic adventures. Can't wait... you are so inspiring

[@garykusnierz2108]

I would love to watch the first flight !! So glad you built it as if it would last forever !! My jet is a 1958 and still flys and looks like new ! and boy am i glad it was built to last !! I hope she turns out to be better then you expected and puts a Permanent smile on your face !! Thank you Mike !! For all the Inspiration ! Take care and stay safe !! Gary K

[@alexhamon9261]

I feel like scrappy needs a FLIR turret so the search doesn't have to end after the sun goes down.

[@irvingsmith3449]

I think he already mentioned having cameras for taxi purposes that will have low light/FLIR capability.

[@terrygardner3031]

@@irvingsmith3449 Draco had it as will Scrappy. In the mountains around where he lives SAR is always out looking for lost hikers in the mountains, snowmobilers, even boaters overboard. The system isn't military grade but just about.

[@anthonymasters07]

Thats a great idea. Maybe a hud display with an A.I. algorithm designed for search and rescue.

[@joeljohansson4501]

Is Ron a pilot? Just curious. Anyway, back to work.

[@JoshSinclair]

Projector built into Scrappy?! So when we see a movie playing on the clouds we know where Mike is.

[@FallLineJP]

Mike: runs thousands of hours of CFD to optimize the drag coefficient of every single rivet. Also Mike: hangs two full size motorcycles off the wings. I love it man, this is so insane it’s beautiful. Can’t wait to see the plane completed and you out enjoying it in the backcountry. Back to work! 💪

[@warrenholmar1129]

Ah ha but thats why he is going after all that drag..... so he can mount his car under the wing.... car? I meant bike...

[@Pedro5antos_]

Yeah hahaha Mike is the best

[@johnclisham8064]

I very rarely post, but this just may be the greatest aircraft ever built. It's incredible. It's over engineered. It does too much. And I LOVE IT.

[@literallyshaking8019]

This build has attained levels above what I (or most people assume) thought was possible. I can’t wait to see this thing fly.

[@dodo3441]

Ahh yes, overengineering the shit out of everything. I love it. Sincerely, a German

[@shaneward6689]

lol...for you it wouldn't be overengineered then? just normal

[@dodo3441]

@@shaneward6689 Maybe thats how Einstein got the idea of relativity

[@1991apfel]

That's the German way...

[@TesserId]

Yeah, World famous German engineer. I fully expect that Mike would attribute some of his inspiration to that.

[@tihspidtherekciltilc5469]

I wonder if he uses 8 different kinds of fasteners to hold the cup holder on and require half the plane be taken apart to access the last fastener like the Germans did/do.

[@brycenew]

We’ll need an animated Scrappy adventure series… or at a minimum, a guest appearance in the next Cars movie!! Scrappy to the rescue! LOVE your work Mike!! You’re a HUGE inspiration mate. MANY thanks for that alone 🙏🏻🌟🌟🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@super_slo]

Planes Fire and Rescue spinoff (lol, spinoff of a spinoff of Cars). Definitely needs to have its own franchise. Kind of feeling a Mikey-esque vibe (turtles) - goofy and fun loving, but when lives are on the line there's no one you'd rather have coming to save you. For some reason I'm also feeling a Patey-planes A-team kind of setup.

[@gryfandjane]

And now solar panels. This aircraft just keeps getting more and more amazing.

[@Truckerbot]

This is the most creative/ bad ass build on you tube or any other thing I have ever seen thanks Mike for taking us on this ride with you 🇺🇸

[@benjaminbrianjenkins7102]

Who’s wants to get lost in Utah on purpose when scrappy is finished? You are an inspiration Mike. Your adherence to perfection regardless of difficulty has been my mentor throughout these last couple years following you. A saying has arose: “ would Mike accept that kinda work on scrappy?” Thank you

[@ColeAviation]

Nothing like waking up, drinking coffee and watching a new Scrappy video. 😂😁👌🏼

[@MrKippkatt]

That my Saturday morning! I wait for the notification!

[@gc1914]

And its my birthday !! This is all a dream 😳

[@robsalisbury2550]

Exactly what I’m doing right now

[@josiatokirina1788]

Wow! I can't wait for the Mike Patey new video series, "Scrappy's Back Country Adventures"! This is the best aviation and creativity channel of all KZbin!

[@curvs4me]

Oh Mike, now you're talking my language. I can't imagine just how amazing combining super stol flight and MX bikes!!!!!! Pure genius, talk about feeling like a little kid seeing the grand canyon for the first time. I knew you were genius, but this is a whole new level. God bless you and the family and Ron and the Cowboys.

[@HalfricanFPV]

Mike Billy Mays'd the hell out of this airplane build. Every episode there's a "But wait...there's more" and adds trophy truck suspension, nitrous injection, a rocket, adjustable suspension, not one but TWO leading edge flaps, and now solar panels... I can't wait to see this machine fly.

[@tomcoryell]

Exactly! New from Ronco (Ron Popeil) , It’s Scrappy! “ But wait, there’s more!”

[@cnknguyen]

The level of thoughtfulness in this build is absolutely astounding. Can't wait to see yall take her up.

[@kubefs]

definitely, it is going to be pretty heavy though

[@kidddogbites]

@@kubefs good thing he's got Nitrous

[@gwenives9203]

I don't get it.. how can the solar panels be a structural part of the wing, are they aluminum backed? It seems like they should be backed by aluminum and riveted in, or the will just crumple up with air pressure.

[@gtr1952]

@@gwenives9203 I just mentioned that above, the negative pressure on the top of the wing might suck them right out! Good thought!! --gary

[@stuartsmith945]

@@gtr1952 my concern with the panels is that if they are not well secured to stop flexing and vibration, they normally fai lprematurely. The normal way to secure them is with adhesive coating the whole back of the panel and glowing them to a solid surface.

[@devinpell6249]

it would be so sick to see draco and scrappy side by side flying but so stoked to see the wings almost finished cant wait to see scrappy in the backcountry flying

[@nicholaschriss1706]

My Goodness, you guys are nearly there! I am so excited! The wing build went so well from concept, innovative one off design with solar insert panels and all the billet components the double leading edges like a commercial passenger jet and the 50 degree flaps etc, I mean just wow! Mindblowing!

[@shanecateriny4359]

The only KZbinr I will rewatch. Mike and his family are awesome, this include his right hand man Ron....I love that guy and how much mike loves him. My whole family looks forward for Saturday and scrappy updates. Also, get your brother on the Chanel more. I freekn love him too. Thanks guys, much love!!!!

[@joetroyner]

Ron hit the best friend lottery..

[@F1fan007]

He sure did!!!

[@Slugg-O]

This man NEVER runs out of new and innovative ideas. He is building a UNIMOG expedition vehicle with wings, The baddest monster truck in the sky. I love the solar panels and pure sine wave inverter.

[@garygoldman9257]

I thought Draco was was probably the coolest aviation project I'd ever seen. Boy, was I wrong... watching the Scrappy build has been an absolutely mind-blowing experience! Mike, you are a national treasure and an inspiration to all. Thanks for sharing your projects with us!

[@BenKickert]

I love how Mike will go out of his way to save a couple grams and also isn't afraid to over build / over plan / over pack for things related to safety. Priorities!

[@David-ql1hd]

He's a calorie counter and binger at the same time!

[@bdbelsher]

No one has seen the ducted fans that deploy out of the wings for VTOL yet…ha! Always enjoy watching engineering on the bleeding edge. Keep up the talents on loan from God! Can we get some bloopers, I know there has to be one somewhere like, oh crud I bolted that on upside down or humm I think that goes on the other wing!

[@cdmc012599]

Mike you are truly one of the best guys I've ever witnessed in the field of aviation. You really seem like a wonderful person. I'd love to meet ya some day. I'm a disabled retired veteran with a big heart for helping other. That's why its easy for me to spot someone that has a big heart that cares of others around you. So happy I come across your page. Really enjoy the video's.

[@kronik907]

Now don't forget to take the camera on your back country trips! Would love to see how far back into the woods you can get! I would watch every episode of a Camping with Scrappy vlog series.

[@peterream6508]

Are you building a plane or a flying off-road motorhome? Every time I think you're done, you do something else to put me in awe. Wow. Just wow.

[@peterream6508]

@T.J. Kong So, you're saying he's building a Transformer. I'll endorse this. Would recommend.

[@randallvaughan7337]

Aerodynamically shaped pods that could carry a multitude of specialty rescue equipment that mount to the motorcycle wing mounts might be useful.

[@super_slo]

I jokingly said it in the other video, but he's absolutely going to whip up a whole assortment of attachments for his powered "hard points".

[@sniping12]

Every single video I’m completely blown away and in amazement of Mike’s skill, I am glad I get to watch what he is doing, unbelievable the craftsmanship, it would be so cool to get to shadow him for a week just to see his attention to detail.

[@toddnewburn610]

Oh man, I couldn't help but smile ear to ear like an 8 year old kid at his birthday party the whole time watching this one!! Can't wait to see the next with wings attached!

[@prestonmiller9552]

Mike, you should take home lots of awards from ACCA this year. You out did yourself with designing, engineering and building Scrappy. And we got to come along for the entire process. Hope to see you in Illinois and Wisconsin. in a few days. I'm just blown away at what you can do.

[@michaelhurst506]

This has got to be the most capable Search and Rescue plane ever built! Absolutely incredible engineering and forethought for the mission! Thank you for sharing all your thinking and rationale as well as the execution of the build by you and your staff.

[@og_myxiplx]

Agreed. Full redundancy, solar, equipment power, permanent emergency kit onboard, motorbikes on the wings, the list just never ends. Every time you think Mike's finished hes build something else that nobody would even have dreamed of. By this point Scrappy doesn't need a hanger, it's going to have to launch from underneath Mike's swimming pool to the Thunderbirds theme. This plane *IS* search and rescue.

[@MitchellPetersonJr]

I just got home from a 2 week work trip in the Bush. Second to seeing my family, this was what I was most looking forward to seeing! Mike has inspired me to finally get my Pilots license. I'm headed to Fly Around Alaska tomorrow to finally start!

[@peteratkin3788]

I've been watching the scrappy build from the start, and I'm just blown away every time.

[@amytaylor1368]

Hello there 👋👋,how are you doing today?hope you had a nice day?GOD BLESS YOU!!

[@denvershoemark8495]

No wonder Richard Branson did his space flight recently, been watching this build and thought better hurry up before Mike beats him up there!!

[@Jim_Austin]

These have got to be the most complex wings ever designed and built.

[@IkeCoblentz]

I doubt it

[@964cuplove]

@@IkeCoblentz 😀👍

[@HavingWandered]

For GA perhaps. AF (armed forces) has all the nutty folding wing and sweep wing designs plus whatever the heck is going on with the Osprey lol

[@PLEASEMAKEANOTEOFIT]

I'm surprised there is no carbon fiber shear wall spanning underneath those numerous solar slots. Like to see a Bend Test now. And a temp reading camera monitoring the inverters.

[@puffns]

I would not be surprised to see a video showing a wing attachment that operates as a solar grill! Mike is not going to be stranded in the boonies and not have a hot meal! Amazed to no end at his engineering prowess!

[@chrisolson3293]

“But wait there’s more”, that’s what I think every new episode….. Great job, amazing airplane

[@BCummings]

Not only can you engineer it and build it, you can explain it so a layman can understand. That is a rare skill set.

[@tumeloselate3795]

By the time the world realizes your engineering madness and capabilities, you will be rescuing and recovering lost satellites in space. You are great man, let nothing holds you down in being a blessing to humanity.

[@Pedro5antos_]

Hahahaha this was a great one. Mike is from out of this world

[@brandonhampton5945]

I've been watching these guys for a while now they make it look so easy eveyone of them. Even camera guy to. They need there own TV show for real.. I love watching them makes me motivated to do as much as I can with my day... back to work 💪

[@fredstork]

I was so proud about my 2 solar panels on my plane that allows me to charge my cameras and usb power banks with over 2.3 amp… I’m feeling a little silly now… solder a landing gear or running a home cinema in the bush… You are awesome Mike!

[@Russellsperry]

I can’t wait to see how many of these great ideas are going to find their way into Draco X. Imagine huge double a arm suspension on a Wilga. Say goodbye to Wilga wobble!

[@mastex5575]

since Draco is designed for STOL Mike would have to shed weight somewhere else or need another powerful motor to get up to speed...

[@patricktennant1585]

@@mastex5575 he has that turbine in the case

[@fredbugden3511]

With every build exceeding the last , Draco X is going to be EPIC !

[@primrosereceptionist611]

@@patricktennant1585 Yes he already stated that Draco X will have a more powerful turbine than the original

[@Russellsperry]

@@fredbugden3511 I think I can almost picture what Mike’s going to do, but he always surprises me.

[@leeCann]

Just when you're convinced Mike has included everything possible on Scrappy; he introduces a complete solar system and a humongous double paint booth. Iove this guy. What a joy watching this process. Now how can I hitch a ride to air venture!!!!

[@ParadigmUnkn0wn]

Usually the last 10% takes 90% of the time, but it seems like you thought of literally everything and planned perfectly from the beginning so it's all coming together like a fine swiss watch at the end. This is truly amazing and inspiring to see.

[@havebasswilltravel57]

Way to go Mike. Safety for you safety rescue for others, thank you for all you do.

[@mikeneumann4660]

The scrappy RC aircraft are going to sell like hotcakes.

[@fredbugden3511]

E-flite is already sitting at their desks thinking “ how the heck are we suppose to do that on a model ? “

[@shaneslad]

And charge itself too!

[@citizenblue]

I don't think we'll get a HH Scrappy. Mike out-engineered their whole team on this one, and they could never do it justice at a price point that would sell. I hate saying that, because I would love to park a Scrappy next to my Draco.

[@reckemroysrc3764]

@@citizenblue I've been thinking the same thing. Good luck horizon hobbies

[@cheezyridr]

@@citizenblue a model for flight sim would be a nice consolation prize.

[@johnashcroft-jones6091]

Wow, Mike, I didn't see solar panels coming! You have packed a whole bunch of capability into your baby. So cool and right. Scrappy is one of a kind, truly a world first. I can't wait to see it all come together and up there. Good luck we're all with you.

[@randynopasri]

I AM IN AWE ! Thanks Mike for this edition of Scrappy...

[@muchmuchmore]

Can't wait for a Scrappy Goes Camping with Mike and Ron video. Amazing content as always. Thanks for sharing your awesome project with the world!

[@jeffreymarchant4020]

Yeah,I'd like to see that...and using the Bikes...!!

[@akaknowlesy10]

Awwww man! That’s just cruel! I thought we were going to see the wings go on today. Mike, your innovation continues to blow my mind. Keep it up and back to work!

[@Maverick648]

I’m looking forward to seeing what kind of design he comes up with for the floats down the road. Also have you all heard about the Alphadan engine? It is expected to have PT6 power out of a light and cost-effective 4 cylinder. Loving the build! I hope the wing design makes it into GA and for other rescue and fire bombing aircraft. Congratulations to Mike achieving this milestone. Have fun at Oshkosh! Can’t wait to see this beast fly and see all that it can do!

[@julesviolin]

Unbelievably FAB project and as always with Mike......lots of epicness!! 🤠

[@williamwintemberg]

I'm watching Aircraft History in Real Time! Everything on this plane is adding new dimensions and capabilities.

[@williamwintemberg]

@@amytaylor8487 You as well.

[@Billy-rn3il]

Anytime I try to explain this plane to someone I realize how impossibly detailed and complicated it truly is. Words cannot describe how much thought and love has gone into it. Absolutely amazing. 🇺🇸

[@oldschoolhoosier]

I can honestly say that Mike cornered the phrase “Your imagination is your only limitation”. Way to go Mike. Scrappy is setting history for design that will challenge engineers and designers to come out of their boxes. Awesome Video.

[@MrGaryGG48]

Maybe that should be edited to "Mike's imagination is his only limitation." Any other manufacturer I've ever worked for or heard of has to deal with Manufacturing Managers and Finance Managers, etc., that would put the stops to Scrappy about 10 minutes after Mike proposed the project. His only known "Manager" would be Chandra, and she seems to be awfully supportive!! So now the limits are where????

[@SkyWriter25]

Every time Mike says "back to work!" an airplane gets it's wings. SOON it will be Scrappy's turn! 😍

[@wisheye1]

I love these videos. The world needs more guys like Mike, great guy.

[@thomashudgins996]

I'm speechless....... If ever there was a way to time travel, I'd travel to July 24th, 2021 just for the next video. You never cease to amaze me, Mike.

[@SaneAsylum]

That is pioneer day in Utah!

[@MegaYellowbear]

I mean, you CAN travel forward in time... just by existing 😂

[@kstricl]

1: Oversized engine & prop capable of near VTOL thrust in still air. Check. 2: Wings able to hang ground search vehicles and don't know the word Stall. Check. 3: Suspension that can handle hard landings in rough terrain. Check. 4: Enough power to build a second plane in the middle of nowhere. Check. Master plan: Search and Rescue confirmed. Seeing all of the pieces over the build I can finally see the big picture, and it's very obvious once pointed out. Excellent work Mike and Co.

[@droneguruza]

Simply the most inspiring channel on KZbin. Back to work!

[@Chiefsfansince-qb1kt]

Hello MIke. Scrappy looks like he's coming together nicely. And the solar aspect of this is really cool. What a plane! I'm coming to Oshkosh with my 14-year old son and am hopeful to shake your hand and introduce my son and myself. We're both 1st timers at Oshkosh and are truly looking forward to the experience. Another great video. Looking forward to meeting you up in "Wisco."

[@TesserId]

I can't stop thinking about the future aeronautical engineers Mike and his brother are inspiring. Someday, a pilot is going to say "yeah, I was in a jam, but the Patey device saved my hide."

[@james6164]

Not only is the craftsmanship incredible, but so much heart is put into everything. While he talks about watching movies out in the bush, he comes alive when he talks about the uses for search and rescue.

[@keithsmith4236]

If thunderbirds had made a plane....... Just when you think you couldn't possibly make scrappy any better. Way to go Mike this just rocks

[@11kungfu11]

Fuck yeah. Pause. making coffee. getting my medicinal stuff ready... PERFECT sunday down under. I love you two guys, wish I still had a best friend.

[@MrDougDR]

With the week we've just had in South Africa, it is so pleasing to see your channel. Thank you Mike

[@newmonengineering]

Very cool, I certainly hope you have some rf chokes on the lines. Inverters tend to cause frequency within the battery circuit. It can build static electricity. Since it's right next to fuel I certainly hope you took precautions for shielding it. Other than that very cool

[@maleficentcop2752]

Talk about the ultimate overland vehicle....a freshwater tank, clip a curtain on the wing for showers, a small refrigerator, hammocks on the wings....110 power, yeah the possibilities are endless....YOU GO MIKE....MorRon...👍👍

[@hidel308]

So about now DRACO is like that 87 Ford Tempo you drove for a year in High School. SCRAPPY is taking the cake and the bakery! KEEP IT UP! Loving all of these extraordinary mods!

[@karsonbranham3900]

Absolutely incredible the “Swiss Army knife” features you incorporated into Scrappy! Maybe you could get Victorinox to sponsor Scrappy, or at least make you a Scrappy centric version of one of their knives to go with the “kit”! Very awesome adding in the solar power capabilities.

[@Spinner1987CH]

but only the XXL would fit the theme 🤣

[@RadDadisRad]

Wenger Giant is the world record multi tool, Victorinox wishes they could Wenger Giant.

[@Spinner1987CH]

@@RadDadisRad yes but Wenger is not producing knives anymore… they were bought by Victorinox few years ago…

[@microbuilder]

I was going to build a micro version of Scrappy, but this thing is out of my league at this point lol

[@diggybean2705]

It just doesn't stop. You guys are true pioneers. Keep up the good work.

[@cayden3470]

Having this guy as a dad must be awesome!

[@Corsair016]

Incredible!!! It's such a joy to watch it all come together. Keep up the fantastic work! You've been a large part of the reason I'm going for my AME 👌

[@stevengaris9864]

I feel like I’m watching a runaway diesel when watching this build. It just keeps going and gets crazier. 😂

[@DarylOster]

Had that happen once- the crankcase was vented from the air intake to the oil fill tube, and I made the mistake of adding oil with the engine running. A GM diesel running away on aspirated engine oil is not a good sound!

[@daniellamfers4118]

I had my suspicions that the wing's would be incredible but dang, Innovative engineering like this just is so rare. It is my hope that Scrappy will be seen by school age kid's all over the country, to inspire them to imagine what they might accomplish if they are just willing to learn and get "Back to Work" Thanks Mike and Mark!

[@hanshans387]

Scrappy is the world's most expensive weldcing cart, I love it!

[@masonfisher4688]

Hey Mike I hope you know how much these videos mean to us! I can’t thank you enough, I have my PPL but haven’t been able to make the time to fly over the last few years and am no longer current. I love aviation and your videos are my main method of getting my fix! This week has been tough for me, last Sunday I had a Grand Mal Seizure, Im feeling fine now but we aren’t sure what caused it. I’m working with my neurologist and FAA medical examiner with hopes to retain my FAA medical. It will be an uphill battle but I’m hopefully I’ll be able to continue my passion of aviation, if not I’ll always have your videos! I actually live in Logan Utah so I love seeing Wasatch mountains in your videos! Thanks again for all you do for the aviation world! Can’t wait to see Scrappy get in the air!

[@jackbelk8527]

I can't imagine messing up a high mountain camp site with a movie!!

[@charlesseymour1482]

Best solar cell mount geometry I've ever seen.

[@jwelman1]

You guys are gonna have a blast with that plane! Love your work "Back to Work" Mike and 'Rivetting" Ron and all other eager helpers! Enjoy!