Building a Bush Plane 4 times the size of a Highlander

[@sarahenry3879]

I had a great time learning about Dell’s new build. I will definitely be posting another update video about this in the future ☺️

[@tomcoryell]

Hey Thanks Sara! Great video as usual! Please keep us updated on this plane. My buddy has a Broussard and I’m sure we both will be interested to see the completed plane. I always thought a Broussard with a PT6A on it would be cool, so this is close to that.

[@binker4848]

Hey Sara, cool looking airplane, was this shot before HSF this year or have they pulled the engine since?

[@theflyingfool]

Can't wait!!!

[@danmcburney3247]

Awesome 👍❤

[@tingram06]

The video was shot after HSF.

[@v6pulsar]

I'm not an aeroplane person as such but I can appreciate the engineering and the superb workmanship I'm seeing in this awesome build. However, the thing I appreciate more than anything, is the humility shown by all involved - so refreshing when compared to many other KZbin creators. I look forward to future updates.

[@shawnwedge5833]

We need to see a lot more of this project!

[@sarahenry3879]

More to come! -Sara

[@LoopyAg02]

Sweet build!! Thanks for sharing Sara.

[@the_candourist]

This was so awesome guys! Sara, maybe a new series for the channel?! Would love to see projects like this and follow them to completion and beyond!

[@SteveHenry]

Thanks JP! That’s a good idea! ☺️ -Sara

[@justinfuller7954]

This was great! Looking forward to seeing this thing in the air!

[@GlideYNRG]

Amazing project. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@danielobrien2090]

Thank you so much Steve and Sara for bringing Dells project to light for all of us to see totally awesome.

[@sarahenry3879]

You’re welcome! Thanks for the nice comment. -Sara

[@Billod58]

This is an amazing build! Please keep videos of this aircraft coming. Would love to see it fly

[@theflyingfool]

What a great build! Thanks for posting this Sara, it's very interesting.

[@andremetayer1467]

Hello, You maybe feel what I felt as a kid, when I saw my first "Broussard" during a show in the Air base of my region... For sure, the engine you've decided to place on will change the so rich sound from the original, that I've always in my ears, but, I've to admit that if this kind of turbine, or something like this one, was available at the time the "Broussard" was produced, that would be probably the intial choice. I'm very pleased to see your illuminated face when you talk about this incedible plane ! I'll be on alert to see the rest of your challenge ! Cheers from France

[@TrentSiggard]

This is so rad, I'd love to work on films like this.

[@gezac440]

Not sure if your the one or not, but I watched a stearmen in the 90 with the same setup and was relly impressed. I flew t6 for the 6 of diamond in the 70 thru 90ies, and after a while all airshow become the same. But this one I still remember 30 years later...

[@joesutherland225]

Oh i really do like this idea!shoud be infinitely versatile might be a similar story to the beaver if done right as i believe thetes still airframes around

[@matthewl6565]

This is high end! What an epic project

[@gregkinser8250]

Wow! Thank you for sharing your work. Very inspiring

[@Renato.Stiefenhofer.747driver]

Awesome project. Looking forward to see you flying the french beast 😀 Regards from Pilatus Porter land... ✈ BTW: Your "Portair" could be the next PC-6

[@daedaluscan]

What an awesome build. Inspirational.

[@bradalgra8088]

Such a amazing build! I have enjoyed your other creations in person several times, and am looking forward to seeing this one take flight.

[@davejohnson7678]

That's some real tech. innovation, superb video. ELT sends to satellite via the 406 signal and triggers an S&R to NOAA. No more 125mhz vhf. That's why the helpers from FAA show up. That S&R happens to much.

[@65LB]

Definitely want to see this updated all the way to flying!

[@robertlafnear7034]

Looks like Dell has some excellent plane building skills,.. good company to keep Steve..... I'll bet it too will be a show focal point.🤔

[@gtr1952]

Thanks so much to everyone involved for sharing your project! It is very interesting, and very well done!! The Garrett looks smaller and lighter than a TP6. Can't wait to see it run and fly! Congrats on a very cool project!! 8) --gary

[@e36s50b30]

As long as you don't have to touch it, it is also the superior power plant.

[@Mxyme]

Nice build! ⭐️ I used to know a Broussard here in Switzerland and flew with it.

[@e36s50b30]

It alwas reminds me of the mighty Lysander somehow.

[@bartgoins1782]

Another great video, Sara. Thanks for sharing.

[@saltzen961]

Keep us posted . Looks like an interesting build for sure........And no Steve , you don't get to put that Engine in the Yee Haw !!!

[@edchester1773]

The duck-tape patch on the back of the shirt is a sure sign of where his money isn't going! Great project, please keep us updated!

[@jorgeblanco6708]

I can wait to see the final product.

[@RubyS.1]

Didnt know he was the Yak guy. I saw him at Travis AFB when i was little so cool

[@skyeparker5822]

That was awesome. Thanks Steve!

[@grantgarlington7ACDriver]

That is crazy cool I cannot wait to see this thing in the air!

[@michaelbias3438]

How very cool. Thank you.

[@Blackcloud_Garage]

That thing is awesome. It’s like a Pilatus PC-6 Porter little brother. I want one 👍👍

[@e36s50b30]

I doubt that it is smaller.

[@grantgarlington7ACDriver]

That is crazy cool! Looking forward to seeing this in action!

[@MaxAbetkov]

You’re the man Steve! Definitely need you to come back to CAP some time. Some cool stories you were sharing

[@redisgonenowitsgray]

I would really like to see more on this build.

[@klw141]

Incredible! It is amazing what you do with time and money.

[@YYChinook]

interesting concept

[@johnreese5428]

Very Cool. Thanks for sharing!

[@SteveHenry]

Thanks for watching

[@StraightTail56]

Some nice 35’s will give some more clearance. I’m sure those are on the list

[@SMGoertzen]

Wow, great build! That engine mount is substantially larger than the one I did. I a chromoly one to put a 3 cylinder Pontiac Firefly engine from a car into an Ultralight.

[@doren8491]

Great video of a great build

[@tommorgan5287]

Can't wait to see this at KMAN!!!!!

[@mikespencer237]

You are going to love flying the Garrett, it kind of spoils you going back to anything else! That's the exact engine we had in the Metroliner. Kinda loud though.....

[@danmcburney3247]

Just WOW !!!! ❤❤👍👍

[@AirplaneDetective]

This is going to be an incredible plane

[@mattscrane]

Wow!

[@J0HN_3_16]

When you make substantial alterations to a certified plane does it remain certified or does it become experimental?

[@AwDaleYeah]

I strive to be like you one day Steve!! I WILL buy a highlander from you. Mark my words!!!

[@larrynoe6162]

They’re there to help, awesome.

[@SteveHenry]

🙃

[@allenpeachy3987]

Spectacular build Dell. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelguy7168]

Very cool build. Thank you for the video.

[@ALR_420]

The humble Patey ;)

[@foesfly3047]

This is high value content ♠️

[@portnuefflyer]

I got a ride once in Dean Wilson's single engine high wing "camper." IO 540 powered, (can't recall what he called it) big enough to walk around in flight. This is almost on that scale.

[@steveanderson9718]

That is on The High Side of Kool..... onward...... Carry On.... !!

[@dondesormeauxrcadventures7551]

We have another Mike Patey on our hands here. Does he have a KZbin channel for his builds? I would definitely subscribe.

[@airtechcoatings]

we have the jet Waco parts in our shop as we speak getting cover.

[@gusbisbal9803]

You're using Hiwin linear guide rails for the door :-) its all about precision there.

[@pauly1605]

Unreal

[@dennisnbrown]

So awesome! Thanks

[@justinparker7795]

@ 9:40 angle of atc. where do I get one?

[@clarencehopkins7832]

Excellent stuff bro

[@taylorgawthrop6534]

Awesome build

[@SteveHenry]

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

[@simdpk]

Haha, I used to work for MB Quart 👍

[@redleader]

Reminds me of the Pilatus Porter.... Should be a nice jump plane. But prolly to expensive for most drop zones to purchase.

[@doncatchpole]

wow.

[@momovuyisich8945]

It looks like it has flown 4 flights in November 2024, as N1050H. Any recordings of the flights?

[@brucemiller8109]

Ive seen that aircraft type flown in Morocco years ago, a good airframe, where in the world did you find it,

[@tingram06]

It was in pieces when he found it. He has put it back together. He owns 2 Broussards!

[@mikeryan6277]

The only STOL School Bus in existence.

[@PIERREGERARD-zc2iq]

Witch CAD software are you using pls ?

[@James-ly9im]

Wow Great job Dell Taking it North?

[@joehillebrand1035]

What model 3d scanner is that??

[@tomcoryell]

Ha, before I opened this I said to my self that a Broussard is already a huge bush plane! Then I opened the video and guess what…….French Beaver!

[@heaven-is-real]

What CAD software do you use?

[@elliottdiedrich2123]

Be careful and remember to attach the locking mechanism on the door, Boeing has recently discovered that they can come loose if not fastened in place.

[@alistersladen1212]

Great post I hope you have a couple of follow ups of this build to post in the future. And would be great to have some footage of the maiden fight and testing process, I not asking for much LOL 🙂

[@Jack-ne8vm]

Ambitious!

[@SteveHenry]

Yeah, Dell dreams big! -Sara

[@romaricquerson6165]

Great project, but beware the Broussard is known to have to be centered rear for the landing, either with a mass or a personnel, then with a propulsion very slight compared to the radial engine, it will be necessary to be careful for this subject . In france we know well this problem .

[@tod502]

Updates?

[@ZebulonAirRacing]

Way to go Dell!

[@pfletch]

Was the third vertical based on actual engineering or just experience?

[@e36s50b30]

You need to have means to counter the increased P-factor.

[@makepartsUSA]

any updates on this build?

[@SteveHenry]

It’s close to flying. We are hoping to make another update soon. -Sara

[@tylervaughn6328]

Mike would build it in six months alone

[@paule4696]

Is there another way to get out of that airplane? That sliding door seems vulnerable to getting jammed shut in the case of a "hard landing" where the door frame could become misshapen. If flying single pilot it would be difficult to pre-release it in an emergency situation.

[@mikespencer237]

Also if you have a choice go with the McCauley prop over the Dowty, too many reasons to list.

[@stoneskipper7625]

Monstre de la brousse.

[@robkunzig5795]

S & S please bring us back when she flys and is fitted out etc. - thanks for the eye opener!

[@WARESPOWER]

Incredible improvement in the powerplant. It loses its original airworthiness slips. How’s it going to be registered now.?

[@SteveHenry]

Experimental -Sara

[@AeroworksProductions]

Does Dell have a channel on this build?

[@SteveHenry]

He doesn’t, but we hope to cover more of his build on this channel

[@AeroworksProductions]

Awesome, looking forward to this interesting build. Love your teams videos as well.@@SteveHenry

[@RICHIE_RICH89]

Id love to see and help. Mmm id get some serious power out of a built engine for ya .

[@Capt_Ron]

Garret is a time bomb. lol

[@catfishgray3696]

GOOD LUCK DELL, LOOKS GREAT / LET'S GO TO WORK AS THE MAN SAYS...

[@Squid_Wizard70]

Draco will have a competiter once draco 2.0 is built.

[@petittoto7433]

Nice work ! But I don't like the rails (doors) in that situation. They are for mechanic, not airplane.

[@tingram06]

Or loading your dirt bikes and flying somewhere fun to ride 😊

[@acengineer737]

Why didn’t you buy a pilatus porter?

[@bwalker4194]

Mike Patey detects a disturbance in the Force. Strong it is with this one!

[@arthurarmour6134]

Seems like a waste of a classic aircraft but, if he was going to try and get any practicality out of it, he should be looking into the turbine mod they do to some of the DHC2 Beavers, where they take the front of the fuse from the cockpit forward, and move the whole lot forward one seat row. The motor doesn't end up on long spindly mounts, the pilot's now out front with better visibility, and you've got an extra seat row (three more pax on the CofG), win/win I'd say.

[@stevemyers2092]

cool factor = 100%

[@mtacoustic1]

It helps to yell at it in French if something goes wrong!

[@gmonnig]

Wow! Be careful, you’re going to make Patey jealous. This might be even cooler than Draco.

[@Triple_J.1]

Nothing is going to be cooler than Draco.