THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE STRIKES AGAIN! - In-flight System Failure

[@kevinblack16]

This channel has taught me so much about the process that goes into flying an airplane in terms of communication with ATC. What I learned today is that there is strategy in getting that airplane home as quickly as possible. Love it.

[@gregneedoba3927]

A little IFR, a little VFR, a good crosswind landing and even an appearance by the emergency checklist! A perfect Friday morning. Thanks for taking us along Steve 😎

[@rahpaneptune8240]

Good job,perfect landing and takeoff,stay safe sir.🙏

[@shadowknows5750]

I was always fascinated with the Bermuda Triangle growing up. Then I realized that more people in the U.S. die choking on french fries each year than everyone who has disappeared in the Triangle. Weird.

[@DanielSan-ch7dr]

🤣🤣🤣 that's probably right sadly enough.

[@Lesiba2]

I do not have laughing emojis on my PC, but you better believe that my diaphragm is hurting from all the laughter generated from your comment. Enlighten me a bit with how you generated your findings on the cause of death to American people by french fries (chips)

[@shadowknows5750]

@@Lesiba2 Are you laughing at the possibility my comment is true? Lol. I prefer chips vs.fries by the way.

[@davidbeattie1366]

Waaay more Dangerous in the Frenchfry Triangle! 😜Pax used to ask me about the “triangle” and my answer was that insurance companies know exactly how many people die everywhere and they don’t charge one cent more for flying there!

[@shadowknows5750]

@@davidbeattie1366 Lol, hilarious!

[@shoop4040]

I Just Love the vibe the Caribbean has. The colors the ocean, the sand the people. Even though I am not there physically just watching your video makes me feel at ease. As always great video safe travels and continue to have the time of your life.

[@steveo1kinevo]

Love the Bahamas! Such an amazing culture and location.

[@Maoshung]

@@steveo1kinevo LOVE your video's! Can you give me a list of companies down that way that I can watch for pilot openings? I have a few hundred hours turbine time.

[@EddieLeal]

@@steveo1kinevo Generator? Ever find out why you are going through so many of them?

[@mintyaviation2376]

I don't know what it is with your videos but I always find myself watching the entire thing, never skip a second.

[@montytaxara4328]

Your commentary is so smooth, having you as a flight instructor would be awesome!

[@mikewilkins9865]

Honestly made my heart beat faster watching his crosswind landing. I remember making several that felt like I was flying sideways. He did a great job!

[@jamescotter3756]

My slightly older brother and I as kids used to cycle out to Aberdeen airport in the 60s and 70s plane spotting and the thrill of watching videos like yours and others still makes us smile so thank you for making them, many more happy Ts and also landings

[@rivirme]

Always going to watch a few minutes: 40 minutes later we land.

[@get2dachoppa249]

I crank the playback speed up to 1:5, sounds just like the controllers around DFW & Love Field when I was flying around that area for a decade or so.

[@Bbpierced]

Me too! As fight test engineer...all things that fly.....I’m all in. 40 minutes later. LOL

[@TwitchArmy1YT]

Ok sorry for this but I thought this is funny but anyway the video is 32 min if you round to the nearest 10 what do you get 30 or 40 lmao but I’m the same way

[@camsmith4633]

Just another day at the office! Great job exemplifying the mantra of “Aviate, Navigate, Communicate” for other pilots despite what could be a major loss of electrical power. Young pilots are watching, and are getting a great education in “Calm is contagious” during an IFE. Thanks for showing us both the positives and negatives of flying.

[@dwaynedwayne7951]

Steveo must spend a lot of time editing with all those camera angles. Thanks for all the hard work. Your videos are awesome!

[@FatJesusLive]

I noticed that too, Getting permission from everyone around him must be something.

[@yaronsteinbuch3956]

Great video! It had everything - shortened runway takeoff, IFR/VFR/IFR, generator failure, turbulence, crosswind landing, international procedures - all handled like a boss!

[@_pjd]

I enjoyed being the co-pilot on this flight. Thanks Steveo!

[@CTLanni]

Thank you for taking me for a ride today! Gettin' older, Parkinson's, self-grounded, sold the R182, sold the home-built SkyRanger. KZbin flying brings back memories.

[@craigjones1939]

You. Are. So. Good! And I love how you talk to us as if we’re right there beside you!

[@haywoodyoudome]

Really trying to get in the mile high club with him, huh?

[@harpandharley]

I never get tired of your narration explaining what you are doing. I sometimes do the same thing and feel it keeps my flying skills current.

[@hubcap54bryant22]

Like how you blended the “smash the like button” comment on the radio face.

[@jefferyholland]

Just to see if you are paying attention :)

[@pictureBigger]

he hides them in every video. pretty cool

[@dkm508]

I saw it! That is awesome

[@petemac7969]

@@pictureBigger Really? I've never noticed it before!

[@skyhawkadventures9374]

@8:05 love your comments on the Sunwing pilot’s landing. I’m sure most of their pilots are awesome, but my wife and I flew with them to Cayo Coco, Cuba a few years ago and had a much worse landing. When they touched down, we were past the half way point of the runway, followed by swerving from side to side and the thumping sound of the anti-lock brakes. When we finally stopped, I swear the nose gear was off the end of the runway. After sitting there for a few minutes, they used reverse thrust on the left engine to back up and turn so they could taxi back to the last taxiway turnoff. I wish I had video.

[@glennm2012]

Rock and Roll my flight friend. I so appreciate your professionalism and your willingness to share what you do. I flunked my physical with the military because my right eye would not turn to the right I have about thirty hours in a glider {Grob South Texas Lake Corpus Cristi} and ten hours or so, in a Pitts with an Air Force Flight instructor from Vance Air Force Base in Enid Oklahoma. He was flight Commander for several years in England before taking the post at Vance. He and his wife lived just across the parking lot in my apartment complex at the Sand Piper Apartments. I was a Drilling Fluids Engineer in the Oil Field at the time. I love flying upside down. Back to the Grob. What a beautiful piece of aeronautical design. A two-seater with the pilot in the rear. On a Saturday in 1981, I was glad to be with my brother and another friend who was a reporter with the Victoria Advocate News Paper. He was dying of cancer and had only a month or two to live. It cost twenty dollars for a twenty-minute ride into the South Texas skies. We were pulled by a tow plane and released around 2,000 ft. This was a small airport run by Hans and his wife. On the weekends, flight instructors from the Naval flight school in Corpus Cristi would come up and make extra money as glider pilots. I flew many times with Naval pilots but I must tell you about Hans. He was my first flight instructor and a flying mentor. I miss him and his wife. What an airport. No pavement just grass. Two hangers packed full. His wife ran a travel agency from the pilot shop. Between the main office and the first hanger were sawhorses with aircraft wings and under them were cats hiding from the South Texas sun. Oh, and a dog or two. The cats and dogs were friendly with each other. One day, Hanse's wife was coming to work and she saw vultures circling over a small calf with no mother. It was actually a Bull. This is an airport between Rufigio and Woodsboro Texas just off of Highway 77. She put the calf in the back seat and nursed it with milk and raised it like it was her own. I really loved Hans and his wife. Hans was retired from the Netherlands Air Force. He flew every jet aircraft for thirty years or more. He then faried single and twin-engine aircraft from Europe to the US and back for over ten years, post his military time. I saw his logbook and it was over 30,000 hours. He actually took a single-seater glider from Woodsboro to Ardmore Oklahoma where he called his wife who was following him with their station wagon and trailer up the interstate 35. He took off and cut the line from 2,000ft from his tow plane from the gulf coast and told his wife to pick him up at the Ardmore airport in Oklahoma. He said he was dehydrated and out of water. It was affecting his thought processes. This type of thinking is what made this guy a 30,000 plus pilot. I remember my first flight with Hans. It was my first glider flight. We made it up to around 8,000 ft thanks to South Texas thermals and he gave me an extra 30 minutes of flight time. We were coming down toward the grass strip at around 40 knots or so and it was really smooth with no side winds and just one beautiful day. I remember glancing over to Hans and he was sitting there like he was at home reading the newspaper. Just relaxed and not another thought in his mind. His hands were near the controls but not a twitch and it seemed he had the greatest confidence in my bringing this wonderful glider over the barbed wire fence and onto the sweet green grass of a safe landing. Oh, I must add, the bull raised by Hanse's wife became a real fixture of the airport. I forget its name but pilots were aware of him and always asked where he was before landing. He had a tire filled with cement and was hung around his neck so as to not let him run. Not really a bad thing. He was well taken care of and fed well. We just did not need him blocking the runway or hampering takeoffs. What a wonderful airport. What a wonderful story. My friend went to the hospital a week or two later and after entering for his check-up he collapsed and died. He was a great friend and I miss his way of loving life. The day we were at the Woodsboro grass strip, he pulled the twenties out of his pocket given to him by his family. I think he went up three or four times. I went twice. What a great day that was. When you reach down and pull the lever to release from the tow plane and the tow plane turns to the left and down, all of a sudden there is quiet and no vibration, just peace, and a wonderful view. You are alone and the sky is yours. An experience without words. How can one explain this other than by saying you must experience this for yourself. Then you can tell me. A breath of fresh air is as close as I can come. This is loving life. Thank you for putting up with my story. May flying continue to bless you and safe landings always be your signature of greeting your friends. Glenn Miller Colorado Springs at the foot of Pikes Peak, Americas Mountain! My Mountain, Your Mountain. Please wave out your window next time you fly by. I am always looking to the sky. I hate emoticons so just consider me smiling. I know you are!

[@teddybaumgartner]

7:45 “I wouldn’t call that a greaser.” 😂

[@TrevorDennis100]

Worth watching just to see that sweet landing. That would have to put a smile on any pilot's face no mater how many times he/she has mad a perfect touch down.

[@pilotpeego1820]

Oh no, that damn generator issue again? Daher needs to address this issue. Unacceptable! BTW, that landing was butter. Awesome!

[@Lola-yq6lg]

I was in bed watching and I genuinely felt like I was there on board. It was so relaxing. Thanks for the video !

[@BruceBoschek]

Nothing more satisfying than a turboprop spooling up! Thanks for another great video.

[@andytaylor1588]

You know your day just got brighter when a steveo1kinevo video comes up on the scope.

[@LJDRVR]

Thanks for sharing what you're doing with the pilot community, Steve. Good stuff, Bruddah.

[@shaneoakley8757]

Nothing beats that landing you did at Staniel on video in the Cessna 208. Nasty. You are one hell of a pilot Sir.

[@grahamb1]

Great cross wind landing, I'm pleased to see you're staying proficient for us.😊

[@ck2music712]

I'm DEATHLY afraid of planes and flying, never been on a plane and probably never will, but I started this video, and I just COULDN'T stop watching... This is the first time I've been able to get the fear out of the way, and be able to see how absolutely GORGEOUS, and freeing flying seems... I'm facinated with piloting, and just watching what a great pilot you are, and how under control everything is SERIOUSLY made me see EVERYTHING in a different way... Thank you... Great video... Might've even changed my life, lol...

[@tsm_lloyd4322]

“I heard something fly up back there I think it was the pretzels”😂

[@jonahcilley7978]

I’ve never heard Stevo giggle at turbulence! xD it’s good to know the pros do it too!

[@pinmode]

Be sure to let us know how that generator issue was diagnosed and resolved. Another pro quality video, thanks for posting.

[@p00pie]

Im pretty sure he said that the ghost of Captain Hook was cursing the plane.

[@Demian1]

@@p00pie LOL

[@ObsidianJayMusic]

if you were a pilot youd know

[@picassoboy52]

@@ObsidianJayMusic some reason you need to be snide? that gain you anything special?

[@stefanogizzler]

I admire the radio communication from the ATC and the pilot, it's amazing stuff. Great video!!

[@ricardojusino5933]

“I wouldn’t call that a greaser”😂😂😂😂

[@ChristopherRangon]

0:26, wow what a view right out that entrance! Amazing vlog and flights as always Steveo

[@michaelcarron3418]

Landed there once in Military C-130 back in the late 1980's.

[@kilton44]

"Crosswind landings are pretty much one of hardest things you can do being a pilot" and you aced it. Such a pleasure to watch your professionalism and great views out of Nassau. Thanks, as ever. Be safe.

[@kathymyers-host6187]

That was a PERFECT Landing! Way to Go Steve!

[@johnharmon6533]

SteveO, I'm sad to hear that you may be cutting back on your videos going forward. I just found your channel this week and within 3 days, I feel like I'm one of your flying buddies. You have such a nice, calm, friendly manner, I feel that I've been in your right seat for years. Please keep on sharing your trips with us. It's a pleasure to fly with you and learn as you explain things. I wanted to learn to fly when I was younger but I never made that happen. I'm now living vicariously through X-Plane 11 and watching your videos. The KZbin skies won't be the same without your videos. Stay safe, and keep on flying!!!

[@Dev-qx7si]

I always love the b-roll at the end. So much effort goes into getting all those different angles.

[@lanceleavitt7472]

calm, cool, and collected, as they sometimes say. Amazing instructional presentation. Much thanks.

[@Yak54PR]

I Hope all is well.. We miss you down here in Puerto Rico, any plans to visit us again?? My son still doesn't forget that day he met you at Ceiba airport. Take care and blue skies...

[@noelmasc.4348]

Another superb and well edited video; could not stop watching you handle the aircraft and your skill at pilotage and landing, well done. You are a great inspiration to us all!

[@Spec62]

Again, always love the Bahamian waters tranquil indeed. . .despite the whitecaps!

[@herculydia]

Tranquil white caps. Lol

[@mikebrewer5758]

Dan, my LCD has a sign behind him that says "grading is subjective". That is so true to your point.

[@jpmrwares]

SteveO! Another finely crafted video-and always the best music choices, as well! Keep it up!

[@prestonmiller9552]

Nice flight with a few nice bumps and a perfect crosswind landing. Great Video. Hope they can figure out what's going on with the generator. Then again it could just be that Bermuda Triangle thing.

[@tonyboulton9956]

Brilliant Steve - fun and instructive. Time for a move to the new model??

[@hhampton]

I soloed in a Cessna 150 and Cherokee 140 back in 1973 but school and life intervened and I never finished. That is one of my biggest regrets in life. I can't get a medical now but I love watching your channel along with Aviation101 and PremierDriver.

[@BLACKMONGOOSE13]

Really great landing Steveo. Spilled my coffee on that last big bump.......

[@andrewbainton4029]

Like the way, you handle all the curve balls Stevo. Enjoying the videos on my end. Always pick up useful tips from you! Thanks

[@pauld.709]

Smashed! Just curious why you got clearance and ATIS in the room and not the plane? Save fuel? Too hot?

[@CaptainSultan]

To get radio working you need to use the battery of the plane. By doing it in the briefing room, you can directly startup the engine. Pretty smart solution.

[@sweetcheels]

In reality he may have saved 10 minutes worth of fuel

[@alessandromorelli1267]

Man this is one of the most instructive video about aviation. I am amazed

[@breondavis9878]

Thank you for showcasing my beautiful country!

[@cjctucson7683]

Awesome job on that landing Steveo. You are indeed a fantastic pilot and also great at letting us know what you are doing that makes that landing so smooth in pretty rough conditions.

[@transactcredit]

That had to be one of the most entertaining flights I have seen yet. The flip to VFR back to IFR - classic! LoL

[@waterlife.1905]

It made my night. The "160? Watch This" lol. Pulls up 500 feet and goes VFR. Control was probably chuckling. Steveo doesn't get snaked.

[@mannysykes]

time?

[@kf8679]

Steveo...lol I am watching You and your Dad(Bernie) on "Going RVing" TV show buying a RV together...funny I recognized your voice first.... Great pick for you and your dad..Hope your making great memories together...👍🏼..Your Dad is a very nice man ..see where you get your easy going personality..

Fantastic. Your landing was clear as my parking behind my house.

[@tombrooks9699]

Always great exit music Steve. Hope your generator issues get resolved before you get lost in the 'Triangle'...

[@slabbadanks5829]

we need a steveo1 spotify playlist! dude has such good taste

[@gerardvandervoort]

I _never_ have my seatbelts on watching you Steveo... I appreciate livin' life on the wild side ;-) Thanks for sharing.

[@woodjacoodja9544]

"Slow speed to 160 to maintain spacing." Yeahhhhh, no..

[@jamescollier3]

Does that work with passengers?

[@ydsimulations]

@@jamescollier3 part 121 (commercial) nah to keep it simple you have to be under ifr no matter what

[@immanuelj8952]

@@mgoblue0970 I believe op was referring to Part121 operations in which case they would be correct.

[@Demian1]

bruh

[@dwainbertoncello5646]

Always a pleasure flying with a real pro! Nice job and thanks for taking us along.

[@covert0overt_810]

"Hey... can we get a TBM 940...?" - Stevo (probably...)

[@willg967]

Because of your videos I earned my Commercial license 4 years ago and now I'm flying a new Epic E1000 out of SRQ. It will be at the Epic display during Sun-N-Fun. Hope to thank you in person sometime. Your videos are inspirational!!

[@flyinbryanfpv]

Steveo! I feel like I've seen enough of your videos that I could fly the tbm myself 👍😎😃 Keep it up, love watching them.

[@LowAltMotorsports]

That base to final turn and landing was BADASS. That was all kinds of rad to watch. Thanks for the great video!

[@airmenanderson3223]

Great Job! Steveo! I would be honored to meet you some day... Have a blessed day... Godspeed...

[@alanfletcher5798]

Nice landing. I love the way you talk though the entire video like teaching a class. I also assume it makes it easier not to forget something!!

[@rayehanson6249]

Good job Steve! I hope to make it to the Bahamas some day it looks beautiful. I did see it, that was a hard one.

[@steveo1kinevo]

Good eye! 👍🏼

[@MichaelLloyd]

I got a good chuckle out of the Smash sign on the radio. Nice crosswind landing!

[@damiandimessor]

Steve: Puts the armrests down and gets comfortable* The Generator: ACKSHUALLY!

[@Mimi-lg9lp]

Time stamp😭

[@caseycraig3678]

@@Mimi-lg9lp 10:25

[@philipgledhill7227]

Steveo. Philip hope's you got everything sorted with your problem. At least you got down safe and well. Keep safe buddy phil.

[@pziemann]

why did you get the ATIS and clearance in the lounge as compared to the plane?

[@heartlandhawk4513]

easier.

[@SeanDuffyProductions]

Less time sitting in the plane with the engine running!

[@ralphhubbell]

Less worry about spilling his beer.

[@kevingallineauii9353]

@@SeanDuffyProductions cooler was my thought. You have to start up the engine to get the AC running. I am sure his company appreciates those little things and he does not have to sit in a hot plane while doing that.

[@craigpennington1251]

Always a great time on your flights. That TBM 850 is one nice aircraft. Checkout that generator failure whether it's parts used in reman or something else causing it to blow.

[@jackreed3445]

I Like how you snuck the “smash the like button” comment on the radio face.

[@beyondinsanitybr]

That was subtile and subliminar, had to go back to that point in the video to check it out.

[@geraldturner9764]

Ugh, dont give away the location.. err. Ha.

[@geraldturner9764]

@Aviation TV i was sorta skipping over that part first time through.

[@spurlworld]

Everytime I travel, I'm always by the wing, window seat of course! But your video was like being in the cockpit! Thanks a lot! My next plane ride will be to the Philippines, when it opens up!

[@raiderdefendant2225]

Great video I never been on an airplane before but when I was little my dad used to throw me in the air really high

[@Bbpierced]

Awe bless your heart! A fun memory to have. Bucket list...take a vacay round trip to Florida & Bahamas w/ @Steveo1Kinevo as your pilot. 🛩😉💙

[@mo_tiive]

dad? what’s a dad?

[@ashtonh340]

31:54 i’ve spotted that G-V before N776RB. recognized the paint scheme. saw it on its way to iceland.

[@subtyper]

Awesome job Captain. Àbsolutely so inspiring in getting my license cheers Stevo blue skies brother

[@OlavSurlandHansen]

Very interesting to follow this flight with all the challenges and on top of it choosing a runway to get WORSE wind conditions, in order to practice - "to keep proficient"! Nice!

[@linearj2951]

I remember watching you previous generator failure. That one was a night flight.

[@steveo1kinevo]

Thankfully this time it actually reset.

[@cd5353]

Yes I remember that one !

[@secureman40]

After flying Military for 12 years it makes me miss it. You have more electronics in that aircraft then we did in the aircraft I flew in the 80s lol. Great flight and beautiful video.

[@MeZpatriot5O]

Controller: We're going to need you to slow down. Steve: Slow down? Ha! Hold my beer.

[@foreflight1013]

😅😂

[@TwitchArmy1YT]

No one cares

[@mannysykes]

time?

[@debrablack2759]

Thank you for the ride. Enjoyed the video. Love from Wilmington, California - Debra

[@mikercflyer7383]

Are you back to flying regular hours? and did you need a new generator? As usual love the intro and the ending. Have a good weekend.

[@castnerscutthroats9297]

Gen reset confirmed. See previous comment & reply (1 day ago)

[@mikercflyer7383]

@@castnerscutthroats9297 oh missed it. Thanks

[@jasonbergeron6347]

Excellent vLog SteveO. We are taking our TR182 over to Staniel Cay in June. Can't wait!

[@jeremycampbell3497]

I'd be having TBM look into the AC system as a possible cause of generator failures.

[@SuperBroncosguy]

Great flight, had a little of everything! Loved both the ocean view + cloud surfing. Generator failure sucked tho. Thanks for taking us along. Hi from Denver!

[@JenniferinIllinois]

ATC: We're gonna need ya to slow down a bit. SteveO: No, I don't think so. 😉 SteveO: Uh, we need an IFR clearance again. ATC: Keep that speed up Love it, SteveO cutting in line.

[@kj4ilk]

you'd think flying at 160 Kts would be fast enough but really its not fast in my simulator i fly a 182 at 175kts and it takes FOREVER to get from KCHA to Hartsfield jackson

[@samdajellybeenie14]

I always I love watching your videos Steve! I’m not even a pilot, but I love your professionalism and the beautiful views!

[@jamestyler167]

That ATC voice at 11:00 🥰

[@SluggyBoi]

Weirdo

[@eddiefox6738]

Man. You are the definition of professional.... my hat is off to you.

[@bmizzzzle]

Jeeze this was a busy flight on you! Love the content, keep it coming!

[@johnpeterman9469]

Nice crosswind landing. I'm not familiar with the warning light layout but did I see just as you got your taxi clearance to customs the caution light again with a generator failure?

[@js207802]

Steve, what's the purpose of getting ATIS & Clearance in the planning room and not in the airplane? Thanks for these awesome videos.

[@FesixGermany]

Same question here.

[@matisrand7854]

Save fuel, taxi time etc... I do it all the time with my handheld outside the aircraft b4 starting it

[@toStringy]

Yeah it felt really weird seeing him using his callsign while sitting in a chair in an office lol

[@pushing2throttles]

At foreign airports it may, MAY, be the procedure to pickup your clearance. Just a thought...

[@DanielCharry1025]

Cockpit might be warm as a car's interior. Doing it without wasting the battery and in free AC might be a good reason.

[@kutz0420]

Nice video sir. I get a chuckle thinking about somebody watching you run all around at the end getting those transport shots of the plane.

[@Rincypoopoo]

If TB were mine I would begin to think about a possible connection between the prop governor problems and the generator issues. Anything that repeats is a worry. There may be some odd harmonics in the turbine/transmission. Be interested in what real engineers might be thinking about if they had to trouble shoot this TBM ?

[@daviator4720]

I believe the generator is off the accessory gear box at the back of the engine, and the prop and governing separately located nearer the front of engine. But anything is possible...

[@44R0Ndin]

That's not where I'd first look. I'd first look at getting a different brand generator if possible (sometimes only one company makes a given part). See if the problem still happens. If not you solved it, if it comes back again start looking for issues in the aircraft's electrical systems that would generate a generator overload. Maybe look at that AC system or other high-draw items, see if they're drawing too many amps for their rating.

[@44R0Ndin]

@@colinsouthern To be fair on an automobile (I'm an auto mechanic) unless you're talking about a very old vehicle ('60s or thereabouts) the alternator/generator and the voltage regulator are replaced as a single unit, you can't really get "just a generator" or "just a voltage regulator", and I (perhaps mistakenly) assumed that it was similar on aircraft. Anyways, that's the troubleshooting procedure I use when I have a recurring problem. I don't buy the same brand twice in a row on the same vehicle if the part failed early. Since we know we have a failure somewhere in the electrical generation systems of this particular TBM 850, I'd choose the most likely part to have an issue, and try a different brand of part. In the automotive sector, parts usually have some form of warranty available on them that says they won't fail within a year of installation (for example, time may be longer/shorter depending on the specific part and/or brand, generally the more you pay for the part the longer the warranty will be). If something similar exists in the aviation industry, then you'd be able to get it replaced or refunded under warranty, which would allow you to get the money to at least partially offset the cost of choosing a different brand of replacement part, so it wouldn't be such an expensive gamble after all. And it's hardly a gamble when you as the mechanic have gone thru the proper diagnostic procedures and come to the decision that "this is the thing causing the issue".

[@44R0Ndin]

@@colinsouthern I guess I'll have to bow to your superior experience in the field, and the field windings.

[@44R0Ndin]

@@colinsouthern I did find that video interesting, thanks for sharing it with me. I feel like I've watched it before, but being reminded of it again brought a few things to my mind. The failure in that video (wire shorting against a bulkhead) is why I mentioned that BEFORE going ahead and deciding to replace a part, it would be prudent to measure the current draw of each individual electrical circuit of the aircraft, specifically looking for one that's drawing more than normal. Also, doing a thourough check-over of the circuit breakers to make sure they are of the correct rating (seen that in automobiles, someone has a fuse blow and instead of finding the root cause of the issue they just put in the next size higher fuse) and are capable of tripping when they need to (seen that, some particularly cheap no-name fuses only blow when something like 500% over their rated current for a minute, usually this is only found out when the vehicle has an electrical fire soon after someone replaces a fuse, and with these particular no-name fuses using the right size fuse or not matters little), as well as verifying that they are capable of interrupting the circuit when they do trip (seen automobiles with brand new aftermarket stereo, alarm, and/or remote start systems that the installer really didn't seem to understand how electricity works and that they had essentially entirely bypassed a critical circuit protection device by connecting both sides of a fuse with a wire that has like 20 junctions in it). Trust me, I've seen some really shoddy work. I see that stuff, I tell the customer "Look, until I undo the screw-ups that whoever worked on your vehicle last made, I can't figure out what if anything is actually wrong with it, so this aftermarket system has to be removed before I can start diagnosing your electrical issues. The good news is that most of the time the aftermarket system itself is the problem." I hate aftermarket electrical accessories that are more complex than a trailer wiring harness with a passion. It's not the systems themselves that are the problem, it's the places you can go to that will guarantee they can install such a complicated piece of equipment within an hour or so. To get such a speed of install, they usually aren't experts at knowing your particular vehicle's wiring harness. Instead, they just start hacking away at the wires until it works, and who knows how much damage your vehicle's electrical systems have suffered as a result of the install process. Removing them is like removing a brain tumor, because the quicker the install was, the more the wiring for these aftermarket systems looks and acts like cancer.

[@NewGoldStandard]

Oh crap, I *didn't* have my seatbelt on! Thanks for the reminder... and thank you for posting. I always enjoy your content.

[@adamaaronson3837]

Steveo - I’m up in DC and missing florida. What will it take for you to come pick me up?

[@lamarherring7792]

Used to fly the 172 and 150 Cessna. You did a great cross wind landing. Very admirable!