Sun n Fun 4: The Arrival STRESSES Her Out!!

The 4th chapter of our Sun n Fun adventure! During our initial descent ATC (unknowingly) tries to turn us into clouds to avoid traffic. We then enter the gauntlet of planes and hold with them at Lake Parker. Air Traffic Control clears us out of the hold and we join the arrival procedure into a busy 9L arrival. Turning final with all that was going on I almost lined up for the runway and then remembered 9L is the taxiway. We learned a few lessons on our first Sun n Fun arrival and will be ready for the next one! :)
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[@thirtywide]

I can't imagine being the person on the ground trying to keep control of this circus

[@310Pilot]

They did a great job keeping us safe there Robert! :)

[@dougbourdo2589]

@@310Pilot Yes. That was amazing. They could be auctioneers in their spare time too !

[@williamrouse3510]

@@310Pilot They did a wonderful job. I can only imagine how stressful that job might be.

[@chukli]

I don’t blame her stress. Her man DEFINITELY forgot to do his research before a big event. Time to move on girl 😄

[@mikelittle6809]

First of all, you both are a great team! I love watching you both go places and figure out things together. This episode was one of my favs. You kept it calm and amazing in a stressful environment!!

[@bobbydigi2102]

Dudes that was awesome! Thanks for bringing us along! I was so pumped!!! Also love seeing the System work! Professional all around!

[@dirtbike1921]

That was CRAZY!!! Hats off to you both. The two of you work well together. I was stressing from my armchair, white knuckles, heart racing the whole bit. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@mattcollins4550]

What a fustercluck. That made my palms sweat and my butt clinch just watching the arrival!

[@fulano86]

Holy crap, as a former regional pilot and current controller, that was extremely impressive by both of you. Thanks for sharing this video!

[@ronfrost7160]

That ATC guy really earned his paycheck! How grateful we are to have those wonderful folks, clearly working their buts off to keep us safe

[@barmst]

Sensory overload! You are good to keep it cool in that madness. WOW!

[@joeinfl5610]

Stressful, hell yes!! and I was just sitting here watching!! Yeah, you nailed that dot too.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Steve!! ATC does a great job during these kind of events to get us all in and out safely. :)

[@billroberts4012]

You guys really handled the stress well. I was going crazy not even doing anything. Thank you for sharing.

[@310Pilot]

You're welcome Bill....thank you!

[@hankbrown2871]

Absolutely Nuts! Great job. Jaime is a real trooper.

[@robertcurmi463]

Keep em coming 1 Bravo Charlie.. Love flying with you guys!

[@waynenelson6701]

You guys had your "A" GAME on for the approach!!! Well Done

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Wayne! :)

[@stevennunes1627]

Edge of my seat the entire time !!! Amazing

[@bronsonosborne3962]

YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME love watching your adventures

[@deans178]

O.M.G. as a retired ATC Controller from Oshkosh you AND your wife were AWESOMELY COOL & CALM!! Nice Job!!

[@hansloebel]

Love the cracking open the Miller Lite on landing after the stressful arrival.

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...it was a well deserved for her...she's a trooper!

[@snikwadtrebor]

Always love your videos but this one I enjoyed immensely because of all the information and graphics you showed ie all the pop ups etc once again you both done us all proud 👍👍👍👌👌👌👏👏👏

[@310Pilot]

Thank you for the feedback Bob...really glad you enjoyed it!!

[@toddhogan7894]

Wow ! That was crazy busy!!! Great job guys!!! I hope your departure was less stress. Another great video! Thanks for sharing!!

[@bluehornet6752]

Outstanding job! You two make a very effective crew. Jaime's confidence is growing, compared to your earlier videos--and her radio communication skills are excellent.

[@sparksw9dkb187]

There aren't enough expletives to express the stress of that arrival. Great job you two.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Sparks!!

[@MrMattyDucati]

Love that so many people recognize you! Great video and great team work on the pattern and landing!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you! It's pretty neat and we are still getting used to being recognized in the aviation circles. :)

[@tesladrivingdad8617]

Best video from the flyin yet, that was terrific, and you both worked so well together. Great to see!

[@310Pilot]

Awesome....thank you very much! :)

[@kangarooglenn]

Go Dawgs!! Love watching your flights.

[@jasonbergeron6347]

YEEESSSS!!!! Bar is open on taxi!! That's what I'm talking about!

[@nbt3663]

Jaime, we all will blow you a kiss! Lol, but right now I think you needed a hug from that approach!!! As always yall made it fun (unnervingly exciting) but fun.

[@williamralph5442]

I was stressed just watching. Kudos to the controller on the ground. The turbulence added to the fun. Great video Kevin.

[@prestonthomas9406]

I was stressing just watching the video, lol. Nice job keeping up with it all. I and a buddy drove to Sun N Fun several years ago and that was hectic on the ground. 3 light aircraft crashes that week, no serious injuries, will always remember that trip.

[@Rick-jm7zw]

Holy airplanes !!!!!! My palms were sweating just watching. Great job you two. I would still be flying around that darn lake.

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...thank you Rick! It was fun to take a couple laps but I was happy to be set free from the lake. :)

[@kimicollier9846]

Jeepers guys... WELL DONE..!!! Nice spot landing Kev. Kudos to those controllers. Thanks a mill for sharing.

[@310Pilot]

You're very welcome Kimi!! The controllers did a great job getting all of us in and out safely there. :)

[@ericsprague4273]

Best part crack open a beer after a stressful flight. Exactly what I do after a long road trip.

[@jarrettcrump6016]

Very cool video you guys make a great team. Keep up the great videos. Living the dream myself and I love to see other fellow pilots flying for a living or flying in general as well because the smiles that are on our faces when we are are priceless.

[@danp1975]

Wow that was incredible! Thanks for sharing the video.

[@310Pilot]

You're welcome Daniel...glad you enjoyed. it!

[@jorgejefferson8251]

Man that was an awesome video, even better than Oshkosh. You had me right there with you all the way holding my breath. You two work good together, great stuff!!!!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Kirk...glad to hear you enjoyed it! :)

[@cathypioch765]

Reminded me of flying orbit around cape Kennedy Now Canaverial for the night launch of Apollo 17. It was delayed by 2 .5 hrs so we flew back to Ft. Lauderdale EXC. and we watched from home. There must have been 150 aircraft in orbit !! AT NIGHT !!! kept us seperated by altitude ! And the light show was (running Lights and strobes) incredable !! 1972 dec. 6 6 souls aboard Cessna 337 N5438S Kevin and Jamie thanks for the ride !! Your the best !!!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Cathy...glad you enjoyed it! That sounds like an eye opening night you had waiting on Apollo 17! That's a lot of planes to be looking for at night my Twin Cessna friend. :)

[@shmily916]

Wow! That’s awesome! I’m stressed out just watching, can’t imagine being in the air doing that! Great job!!

[@fozbloke]

WOW!!!! That was heavy duty guys👍👍👍 Well done. Looking forward to the next 😊

[@310Pilot]

Thank you...glad you enjoyed it! The next chapter will have my Aeroshell aerobatic team ride along. :)

[@fozbloke]

310 Pilot looking forward to it👍 I used to fly an old 1966 K model 310 about 20+ years ago. Loved it😊, but had all the old “steam driven” analogue equipment. Nothing like all the high tech “Can’t get Lost” stuff they have these days. Really enjoy watching. All the best my friend 😁

[@JeffGillis1]

Totally Epic! You're "Cool Hand Luke" for sure. An old Paul Newman film from the 70'2.

[@Stack151]

Always fun to watch and have flown into OSH numerous times. We go every year (except this year - COVID), however we have resorted to taking the camper as it's much more comfortable and we can enjoy the entire week in AC! Great videos and keep them coming!

[@andrewmonger2116]

Phew. Great job K & J. I love those airshow landings, poor Jaime, she was so stressed out. ATC guys are amazing. Fantastic flying Kevin, kept me on the edge of my seat, keep up the good work, great video. Best wishes from Andy in the UK 🇬🇧

[@dallasdien]

Haha. That’s, “J & K”

[@Bumblebee71121]

Wow! Great video! A whole lot going on and yes, at times very stressful, but an extremely entertaining arrival all the same! Awesome job on the landing!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. :)

[@edmintz2702]

Mintz711, I see we have the same last name . Just wondering where you’re from my family is from around Fayetteville North Carolina. Also see you’re Into music. Well I’ve worked in the music business for 40+ years as a Rigger stage hand and lighting guy but retired now.

[@49txhunter]

That was stressing me out too. Good flying!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you!

[@mikejw58]

Absolutely the best one yet! That's going to be hard for anyone to top. Love the way you guys stay calm and positive while working together as a team. You guys are the BEST! Jaime deserves some special pampering after that one Kevin! Take care of that girl! She's the best.

[@310Pilot]

Awesome...thank you for the nice compliments Michael! :) She is the best...I'm a lucky guy! Made her breakfast in bed this morning.

[@vikingcycles]

24:46... "That was awesome!" sums it up perfectly! Looking forward to flying in next week.

[@pouyan225]

These controllers are heroes! Nice job guys it was nice to see you working as a team.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Pouyan! The controller did a great job of getting us all safely in and out! :)

[@Hermandbl7]

Kevin, you are a very accomplished pilot, but you still would have been in deep trouble if Jaime had not been an accomplished controller and co-pilot during that approach! She was your extra pair of eyes and a second pilot's brain to keep up with everything that was going on. I noticed I was holding my breath during your approach!

[@Ellexis]

Great job you two! It’s not everyday you get to practice formation flying with that many pilots you (most likely) don’t know not to mention landing on a taxiway and nailing your orange dot! It’s wonderful when it works and yes, kudos to those in the tower coordinating the chaos safely! Thank you for sharing! 👍👍

[@Whitesp44]

That was awesome!! I was stressed sitting in my chair. On the ground. That was a great learning tool for a pilot in training. The way Kevin shot down ATC in regards to turning into the clouds was outstanding. You are in charge. A lot of people get balled up speaking/dealing with ATC. The hand flying in the pattern look fun and challenging! That's the way I always want to fly. I have to try it before my time is up. Good thing Jamie was there to assist and open the beers. Great video guys thanks.

[@RLXPrez]

Wow!! Outstanding!! Your vid should be required viewing for all pilots planning on Sun n' Fun. Felt like I was there... thanks for sharing!!

[@310Pilot]

Awesome...thank you for the nice comment! Happy to share our aviation journeys for those that are interested. Next up is my ride with the Aeroshell Demo Team. :)

[@texstar77]

Without a doubt! Understand what lies ahead! Be 3 months ahead of the plane!!

[@Photocollector2010]

Jaime wasn't the only one in the plane who was nervous. Heck, I was nervous sitting here in front of my computer! 😉

[@pastorpastor1239]

That was really enjoyable to watch! That was so cool and so fun to watch 😍✌Nice Work U-2!

[@circusfactory]

You guys are sensational. What a team. Love it.

[@brettwest549]

Until I watched this one, I had planned on flying into Sun n Fun next year, but now, no thanks!! Insane!! Great job Kevin.

[@310Pilot]

Oh no...I don't want to scare people away from these events. There may be better times than others to fly-in. I know OSH is usually fairly easy if you show up right as they open and builds quickly the first hour after and beyond. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulwear1489]

Wow - that's the maddest ATC radio conversation I've every heard, that controller was unbelieveable - no wonder Jamie was stressed. Busy place, hope you enjoyed the stay. Paul

[@colinpotter7764]

I've seen quite a few Sun and Fun videos, this is the only one that held my complete interest right to the end. Excellent.

[@310Pilot]

Awesome....thanks for the feedback Colin!!

[@MachTuck]

Awesome arrival!! good job you two!

[@rski1036]

When the crowds go to the left, I find another place to the right. Thanks for reminding me what I don't miss.

[@310Pilot]

It's funny because I hate crowds. I avoid them and big cities as much as possible. However, I love these big aviation events. After them I need a few months to get peace for my introverted soul. :)

[@rickbarrington]

Watched from the edge of my seat.. felt I was doing the arrival myself. GREAT job aviating while documenting the flight. She is cool as always (even when stressed :). Found myself smiling while idly browsing 310s on Controller with no intention of buying.. gotta get me my own Jamie first :_). Thank you for your videos - you're on my must watch list. Best from Seattle, Diamond Pilot

[@frankpatton656]

Kevin! Never experienced anything like that even for a couple of minutes, much less that long! Great job hitting the numbers, and colors! Hope you post a video of you ground activities, especially any videos related promos and connections you make! Loving this!

[@Mongo29]

Nice job. My BP is peaking after watching that. You do take it all in stride. Always fun to watch you guys. Thanks

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Jim!!! Glad you're enjoying the channel. It would be fun to wear some sort of pulse/blood pressure gauge while flying into one of these things. Of course we probably wouldn't want the flight doc to see it. :)

[@MikeSU98]

I think poor Kevin deserves the first beer. Just sayin'. 😎🛩️ That was incredible!

[@tonyalsleben2853]

That was insane! Nice job keeping it cool!! I was like,, where is 9L???? lol

[@commonsoldier6442]

Great flying!!!! Great video!!! Thanks Kevin and Jaime for taking us along.

[@310Pilot]

You're welcome Christopher...glad you enjoyed it!

[@scotttillotson1389]

Great video as always! Thanks for sharing.

[@goldfishhhification]

One hell of a wing rock. Jamie's eyes were bugging out. haha

[@310Pilot]

Got to give the controllers what they want. :)

[@richardvarner2802]

WHEW!!! Boy, that approach and landing tired me out just watching you and Jaime fly N771BC in to Sun ‘n Fun. I have to give you credit, Kevin. You were pretty calm and given all that traffic, all the radio chatter, and trying to follow ATC’s instruction. Yours and Jaime’s experience in ATC probably helped y’all, and kept you calm. Great job!!! Look forward to the next video. Happy Flying, and as always, safe landings.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Richard...glad you enjoyed it! Next up is my ride with the Aeroshell demonstration team with some formation acrobatics and some avionics shopping at the show. :)

[@IrishJohnnyO]

That was sick!! My palms are literally sweating!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

That was intense, and you handled it very well! Have fun, you two, and stay safe!

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Mike!!

[@tomrike3488]

Holly Crap !!!! I'm with Jaime!!! That was insane...... Glad I was riding along in my office! Thanks for another great video. : )

[@310Pilot]

You're very welcome Tom....glad you enjoyed it!! Next up is my flight with the Aeroshell aerobatic team and some avionics shopping at the show. :)

[@BrianReeves2]

I'm watching a year later from the comfort of my chair and it's still stressful

[@chukli]

Ummm…what happen to the green dot. Lol

[@gerardomyles1151]

Instablaster

[@jeefflanyt]

F*&K THAT !! I would have cracked open more than a Miller Lite after that one. Glad to see Jaime has command of the cooler.

[@ZChevyZ]

Damn dude that was crazy, my hats off to both of you.

[@Ak1932Qld]

You guys rocked it !! Wonderful

[@jan3195]

Kevin - Sun 'n Fun looked a lot more nerve-wracking than Oshkosh to me. Which one was more of a challenge for you? Also, it's nice to see you guys get to experience the love from your subscribers. Keep up the good work!

[@donemory7459]

Whew! Kevin & Jamie, what a great VID! No doubt that was nerve racking but you guys did a superb job! You had me on the edge of my seat! :-) Thanks again. Don

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Don...glad you enjoyed it!!!

[@jeffpennington2043]

AWESOME FLYING !!! That is nail chewing controlled Chaos. You've GOT AN AMAZING COPILOT!!! 🇺🇸✌👍👍👍💻🇺🇸

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Jeff! I agree...very lucky man!! :)

[@antonynaude3372]

I really enjoyed this post, keeping them coming!

[@310Pilot]

Glad you enjoyed it Antony...we'll keep them coming as long as ya'll are enjoying them. :)

[@west1304]

That was so stressful to watch, had to keeping reminding my self to breath....great landing sir, felt for Jaime but she was smiling at the end

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Russell!! She was happy to be on the ground and did a great job of helping me out when things got busy. :)

[@skiprussell8153]

Holy crap man that would drive me nuts I would be totally stressed out to hear all that at one given time to get into a place anyway you too have a great Memorial weekend be safe take care

[@310Pilot]

It's a lot to process. Helps to be very familiar with the procedures, not be a new pilot and being very familiar/comfortable in the plane you are flying.

[@TorqueTheRich]

Man, what a pro!!! Way to keep your composure. That was insane.

[@marckenyon9953]

Cool - I flew into S&F right after I got my private ticket back in 1988. I don't remember it being quite that hectic. 310 had a tougher go, when the RW was closed and they had to stack everyone up orbiting the lake that's when it seemed to get a little dicey. Back then they did not use the taxiway for landing but they did have noise abatement procedures in effect so we all had to approach close in to the RW and then do 45 deg plus turns to base and final. I was flying a 172 being eaten up from behind by a Prescott Pusher. Controller told me to add speed and land long, we landed simultaneously me in the middle of the RW and the Pusher on the numbers. The controllers they get for S&F and Oshkosh are elite. They are the best of the best and do an awesome job. NICE WORK 310 Pilot and co-pilot :)

[@toomanywaystofall]

Damn it's like you are in an auction for airspace...Good job!

[@310Pilot]

Sold to the white Twin Cessna over the stacks!

[@CH-dz9nn]

I'm still trying to figure out why I was nervous! Great Job!

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...thank you CH!

[@ackie6490]

I know this is older....but....that was nuts! Fun watch! Thanks!

[@captain_daniel9y631]

love these arrivals

[@userfixit]

Good Time to Push the Easy Button! WOWSER! -Bob. Athens. GA

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...I haven't installed one of those...yet. :) Go DAWGS!

[@colinbrettell3136]

Wow, very confusing circuit before landing, hats off to you Kevin 😎

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Colin!

[@karlfair]

Great work guys! Kevin you made a tough job look easy. Jamie working through the stress and still getting it done, again great job. Hope y'all had a lot of fun for all the stress.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Karl....we had a blast! She did a great job of swallowing the fear and helping out...I'm a lucky guy. :)

[@RCFlyer007]

All I can say is, oh hell no! I’m with Jamie, too much stress. Glad you made it safely and hope you had fun

[@MC-rh3fc]

Wow! Thank You Thank You Thank You 😀 That was awesome. So glad you published this video. Now I know I should be scared when I go next year 😂👍👍

[@310Pilot]

Aw...it ain't so bad. You just have to be very familiar with the procedures and hope all the other pilots around you are too! :)

[@MC-rh3fc]

Jaime, you were cracking me up. Christine would be exactly the same way. Glad it all worked out. I sent you a link for a center console. Did Kevin happen to share it with you?? LOL. Ok Kevin fess up. You guys are an inspiration 😀 You both have helped us pursue the C310 dream. In 30 days we should be proud new owners 🎉

[@310Pilot]

Thanks for the link Mark....it's added to the list of upgrades. Don't be trying to get me in trouble...I showed her right away. :) Congrats again on your new bird...looks like you guys will have an awesome cross country traveling machine. TSA goodbye. :)

[@larryvisser1086]

Awesome flying and really awesome ATC.

[@terrychaffin6568]

I love to watch your videos concerning flying in your airplane. You both are very classy and very funloving as a couple and a family. Please keep making your videos because you are so enjoyable to watch !! Love you Both .

[@Botpoint21]

Jamie is stressed and I would be too. Sooo much going on. I haven't flown in about 10 years but I love watching this stuff. That controller almost felt like an auctioneer.

[@foolishwatcher]

You nailed it, Matt! "Green dot going once, going twice, sold!"" :-D

[@310Pilot]

Glad you're enjoying watching Matt while you're taking your flying break! Like the micromachine man. :)

[@calpi1]

Great job staying calm... I was more stressed than Jaimie.. have fun at the event.

[@310Pilot]

Thank you Dave....we had a blast there! :)

[@NiceHarley]

Great video & great holding pattern & great landing, very good job. I know someone was glad to get on the ground.....It is now officially Miller Time......

[@rogereastman3187]

The most outstanding part of this exciting video was "her voice" on the radio. 🤗

[@waukeshapilot6462]

Jamie has to be so excited about Oshkosh after that!

[@310Pilot]

Not sure if excited is the right word. :) She's a trooper though...I'm excited about it. :)

[@asherstanton4561]

And that’s why I drive to fly-ins‼️

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...not for everyone for sure Asher. :)

[@jwschrag]

Absolutely love it! Great job! Brought back good memories of flying that approach myself, well, the lower, slower one, anyway. Loved that Jaime cracked a beer on taxi in. Those beers are the best...arrival beers!

[@310Pilot]

Ha ha...glad you liked it! Is a bit safer in the high/fast pattern...of course until you have descend into the little guys that are hard to see beneath you. :)

[@gsp-greenstripepilot9508]

That was masterful! Nailed it!