"The Harper Run" - 6 Cam Ultralight POV

[@thomassnyder6750]

This is my favorite of Brian FitzGerald's videos. His videos keep me motivated to get my own QuickSilver. Flew it for the first time this year just yesterday.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

That's excellent, Thomas! I got in quite a few hours this Summer in the MXL, too. About 5 years ago I bought a RANS S-12 and have been flying it a lot also. This last 5+ weeks I have been mostly grounded while I perform a "5 Year Rubber Change" on my RANS' Rotax 912UL. I'm not a very fast mechanic but I like to think I am very methodical and attentive to detail. So, it is taking me a lot of time. My Wife and I have also gone on a 3 day Anniversary trip and our Grandsons stayed with us on another 3 day occasion so, it's not like I have worked on the engine every day. Also, I had to wait on some parts about 4 times. When you do a project like this, there are always things that crop up that need attention that you didn't plan for at first.

[@domenicozagari2443]

Brian the Pope of Ultralights :)

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Domenico, Thank you very much! I am truly honored. Perhaps you will like some of my other POVs. Here is a direct link to my website page that will take you to them: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I have loads of other movies on Ultralights, Muscle Cars and Rockets. Blue Skies & Tailwinds! The Sky Surfer

[@domenicozagari2443]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer Thank you, i will look in to them :)

[@TheMattholew]

The little boy at the end is very heart warming. His helpfulness and excitement to see you and be a part of your adventure was really fun to see. What a beautiful thing.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

I'm glad you liked that. It was Providential. I'm glad I was able to record the moment with camera in hand. It was a great day and a memorable adventure.

[@sculter8]

This is one of my most favorite videos!!!!!!😊

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Sculter8, I am very happy to hear that. I put a lot of work into these movies. You might be interested in seeing more of that type. I call them "POVs" (Point Of View Movies). There are 6 more of them here and I am editing another one for release soon: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I also did a blog entry on that flight you might like. You can find it here: www.fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2014/08/07/the-harper-run/ Thanks for the good note. Please let your Buddies know about my website: www.fitzvideo.com Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@railwayhd1012]

Love all your video. Excellent job!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Railway! I have 5 more of this type of movie (POV) and more documentaries on Ultralights, Classic/Vintage Aircraft, Amature Rocketry and The American Muscle Car. They are all FREE on KZbin but the best way to find them is to go to my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ Tell your Buddies, too! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@1966jjohnson]

That video was amazing! Im looking for an ultralight flight instructor in Ohio tomorrow!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Jimmy. I have another 6 POV movies like that and many other movies you might like. There are more POVs to see here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Please keep in mind that I don't always fly that low but I do stay at lower heights when shooting these POVs because it is more interesting by far. Particularly with the lenses on these small cameras, if you get more than 100' off the ground it seems like you are 1,000'+ feet and there is just not much to see. "Harper" was extraordinary in that I was given the low fog to climb through and that made the 6-800' AGL shots at the beginning super interesting. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer PS: Be looking for it! I'll be releasing the new POV "The Flint Hills Spring Fandango" soon...

[@steveocal1]

Thanks for taking me along for the ride. This is by far the best ultralight video I've seen.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Steve! I put a lot of work into these movies. BTW, there are SIX more of these POVs to see if you are interested. The best way to find them and my other movies on Vintage Aircraft, Ultralights, Rockets and Muscle Cars is to start at my website. KZbin is highly randomized and some people have a hard time finding my stuff. Here is the address for the POVs: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm The main website address is: www.fitzvideo.com/ I will be uploading my final POV soon. It is called "The Spring Flint Hills Fandango". Please let your Buddies know about my work. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@driftlow2426]

Very smooth video. Well narrated without a crazy amount of background noise. Great package!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Drift. I have a few more like this. They all have "POV" in their titles so you can find them with a simple search.

[@treylem3]

🎯

[@perrycorn2789]

I enjoyed your video love to fly across Australia like that

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks! I have more of them here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm If you want to fly across Australia like I do - I think you should do it. That guy in Mad Max did.

[@Ed-lq1tx]

Best flight video I’ve ever seen! Multiple camera angles and low flying keeps the video interesting… keep it up!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Ed! That's the kind of thing I like to hear. By the way, I have 9 other other POVs like "Harper" that you might like also. The best way to find them is to start at my website here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I have also produced a number of documentaries on Ultralight Flying and Classic/Vintage Aircraft - all reachable from my website and all on KZbin. I have started populating them to Rumble also. Please let your Buddies know! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@marioelia4649]

nk you so much. Please make more!!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Mario, You are very welcome. I actually have 6 more of these movies on KZbin right now and another one set for upload any day now. The best way to find my POV movies is to start here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm This page introduces the movies and gives you direct links to them. My website is: www.fitzvideo.com/ There you can find other movies on Ultralight Flying and Vintage / Classic Airplanes, etc. Please subscribe and you will receive a notice as soon as the new Movie is uploaded! Please tell your friends, too... Blue Skies & Tailwinds! Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@esobofh]

Beautiful shots, excellent narration - really appreciate the effort here!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Kyle! I'm glad you liked it. That was the first of my series of what I call POV movies. If you want to see some more like that, just key word "POV". I also put mucho effort into one called "Lil Prop - Big Trip" that you might like. It has no narration and is a 23 minute music video. It was shot single camera with intercuts from a cameraman on the ground. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer PS: I shot primary footage last week for another of these "stream of consciousness, Sky Safaris" with 7 cameras. This was through the magnificent Flint Hills of Kansas. Unfortunately one of them did not work. So I shot it again two days later and had trouble with TWO cameras. So I am still struggling internally as to whether I should shoot it again. I had to take all the camera mounts off the plane to go to a Fly-In last Saturday. Also, the weather is fixin' to change on me soon. I'll come up with something...

[@james66872]

I just purchased a quick silver MX and totally looking forward to skysurfing

[@treylem3]

🎯

[@treylem3]

@@james66872 🎯 Scope those fields out thoroughly, poles ✌

[@james66872]

@@treylem3 good looking out

[@quantumac]

I enjoy this video a lot. I've watched it three times so far and each time I see something new. I like the way the landscape unfolds all around us and the style in which you tell the story. Keep up the good work, Brian!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+quantumac Thanks, Q! You are the kind of guy I am pitching this concept to. I want folks to be immersed in this environment like I am when I fly. The season is upon us and I shall be making many more Fun Flights this year God Willing. If you haven't discovered them yet you will also like the other "POV" movies I have posted since I shot "Harper". Probably the most unique is the most recent upload called "The Search for Mustang Valley". Please let your Buddies in on my movies - throw links out to ALL! Happy Resurrection Sunday! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@johnnyj540]

I flew an MX back in the mid '80s to early '90s and this video was like being back there, thanks for the ride I really enjoyed it.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Excellent! My goal was to put you in the plane with me and I am glad it has succeeded. I have uploaded 4 other movies of this sort you might also like. You can find them by keywording "POV" on my KZbin Channel. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian - The Sky Surfer

[@motorcyclerider1623]

Great production , fabulous flying. I liked it so much I contacted Quicksilver Canada to inquire about training and purchasing a plane. I flew as a student some 40 years ago and now being retired was looking for a new interest, thanks Brian for rejuvenating my passion for adventure and flying..

[@JessHull]

thats awesome did you ever get a ultralight ?

[@treylem3]

🎯

[@td-12kx53]

I can never get enough of watching these ultralight flight videos. I find them most entertaining. This particular video is perhaps the finest filmed flight I've seen on the Internet. The only way to feel any closer to the cockpit from this video is to actually be in the cockpit! Very nicely filmed. I truly enjoyed watching this. Thank you!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear TD, I happened to be at my workstation when this came in 1 minute ago. Thank you so much for the kind words. I spend a lot of effort trying to make these movies as good as I can. It is always great to hear they are being well received. I have another POV in the can that I have started editing. But... I am also doing Winter Maintenance on my Ultralight and decided to shoot some short movies regarding that, too. I'll be posting more stuff just as soon as I can. Please let others know about my work and thanks again! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@td-12kx53]

Brian FitzGerald, Well thank you! I look very forward to seeing your work. I just subscribed to your channel. I only have a handful of subscriptions and I chose yours to be one of them because I think you do great camera work with the ultralight experience, absolutely the finest I've seen yet!

[@dougrennick2212]

Your flight videos/camera locations are great from a viewing point of view,and your narration is superb,keep up the great work. We are in Ontario Canada and retired and totally enjoy your ventures.:)

[@edwojtecki3851]

Very entertaining video. You have shown us a side of life few of us have ever seen. Keep up the good work.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Ed! By the way, I have six more of them on my KZbin Channel as well as lots of documentaries on Ultralights, Vintage Aircraft, Muscle Cars and Rockets. The best way to get to the movies like "Harper" is here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm The best way to see all my stuff is to go here: www.fitzvideo.com Please let your Buddies know about my stuff. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@JoeCole12]

I normally don't have the attention span for such a long vid but it flew by, felt like 10 min. Thanks!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Joe! That was my first POV. If you go to my website, you will see KZbin links to all 7 of my POVs . The link is "Ultralight POVs" (www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm). My website is: www.fitzvideo.com/

[@oisiaa]

This is my kind of flying. I'm a commercial pilot who has flown 5,000NM legs across the pacific ocean, but this simple down low flying is what I truly enjoy.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks for this excellent comment. If you are looking at some down time on one of your many long journeys and want to see more of these POV movies go here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm My website is: www.fitzvideo.com/ and I have some documentaries there about Classic/Vintage Aircraft and other things you might like. Thanks Again! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer PS. I have been up three times in the last three days and all were flights you would enjoy...

[@ETBass-si1st]

I've watched this video several times and have enjoyed it each time. Low flying is very nice. It's like floating on air.

[@VoltaireLerias]

Another great video of Ultralight flying, Brian....... awesome !

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Voltaire! Have you seen these other ones? www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm

[@azharmean7534]

I really enjoyed your flight over the country,,thanks very much,sr

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Azhar, I'm glad to hear from you about "Harper". I am pleased to let you know that I have a number of other "POV" movies like "Harper" for you to check out. Just go to my KZbin address (kzbin.info) and search for "POV" and you will find a few. I also have "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™" which has some interesting Sky Safaris in Photo/Journalism form. You can get to it from my website: fitzvideo.com Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@philmccrevis4493]

Really enjoyed this in 2021. Thank you! For everyone else, check airspace rights before flying this low.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Humble! Please note that I have Six more of these POVs that you might want to watch AND I am editing a new one right now. You can best locate my movies by starting at my website. Here is a link to the POV page: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I also have lots of documentaries about Aviation, Muscle Cars and Rockets. Again, the best way to check out my stuff is to start at the website (KZbin "randomizes" so much, you'll be taken off somewhere else...). Go here: www.fitzvideo.com Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@philmccrevis4493]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer Thank you for the info. I'm in there now. I'm from KC by the way and have much familiarity with rural Kansas. You're soooo right. Beautiful!! I love your approach to flying.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

@@philmccrevis4493 Nice! I lived in Overland Park for a year when my Dad was stationed at Richards-Gebaur AFB. It was my junior year in HS and my favorite of the four high schools I attended. Kansas suits me just fine.

[@philmccrevis4493]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer We actually live in Grandview and I used to be in the Air Force myself, a hundred years ago LOL, so am familiar with Richards-Gebaur. I tried to send you an email using the address on Fitzvideo but was not recognized. Would you be interested in conversing over something other than KZbin? I have tons of questions on your experiences....

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

@@philmccrevis4493 Sure. I have talked about this stuff on the phone with guys all over the country - Canada and Mexico, too. I wasn't aware I even had an email address on my website. I had to stop posting the address because a while back the dark web geniuses swept it up and put all kinds of cruddy sales pitches on me. The same with my telephone number. I used to post it, too. If you want to post your phone number, I will call you up and then we can remove your post. That's what other guys have done and my first idea. If you have a better idea, let me know.

[@unkameatgoodbar2315]

That was one the best videos I have ever watched on KZbin period.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Unkameat, Thank you for the high approbation! I really appreciate it. Since you liked "Harper", I want you to know that I have 6 other "POV" movies of that type on my channel. The Best way to see them is to start from my website. From there it will take you to my KZbin Channel. Here is a direct link to the POV section: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I also have movies about Ultralight Flying, Vintage Aircraft, Muscle Cars and Hi Power Rocketry. If you have interest in any of that, you can start at the top level of the website here: www.fitzvideo.com/ Also, I have "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™" it is my Photo Journalistic effort to show you what I have seen on my travels to Small Town America out on The Prairie. Thanks again, tell your Buddies and... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@davestelling]

I agree, and thanks for the pointers towards your other content...

[@arcticablue]

This is a great video! Some guy flies near my parents' house just southwest of Hutchinson! I always love it when I see him flying!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks! If you go to my channel (kzbin.info), and keyword "POV" there are 5 other movies of this type.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Also, you might like to see the entry of The Harper Run that I made in "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™". It is here: fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2014/08/07/the-harper-run/

[@jerrydelyea5820]

Awsome job, very fun ride along! cheers

[@MALPAS29]

Really enjoyable video and the commentary adds to what is being shown. Thanks Brian for all the work you put into making these videos.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Stuart Smith Thanks, Stuart. Yes, they do take a lot of time but I believe the effort is necessary to put people in the plane. I have been shooting another one for the last 3 months. The shooting part may be done next week... You might like Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™, too. It is here: fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/ The latest story takes you down The Chisholm Trail to a town called Pond Creek.

[@rickjohnston1649]

Great ultralight flight. Really enjoyed your narration, made me fill at home for sure. Been through Kansas many time when I was driving a truck but never before have I flown over it until now. Thank you for taking the time to share your beautiful world of Aviation. R.J. from Alabama*

[@nigeldunkley2986]

Wonderful! Thank you Brian for sharing this - that was quite the most fabulous NOE flight I have seen in years and just oh so different to what we have here living in this part of Europe, although the surrouniding terrain is also dead flat it is so much more densely populated. Happy landings!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thank you, Nigel! I am glad you liked this one. I have a number of other similar movies and have put the letters "POV" in their title so you can bring them up easily in a search. I think you would like "Lil Prop - Big Trip", too, so you might check that out. If you like Classic/Vintage airplanes I also have lots of interviews with owners of them. That series is called "That They Might Fly Again". Parts 1 & 2 are on my Channel now. I will be uploading Part 3 before too long... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@TDederick]

This is one of the best personal aircraft flying videos I’ve seen!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Tim! After "Harper" I made a few more like it. Check 'em out HERE: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm

[@R1FamilyR1]

i had to watch it twice. really good job. I'm going through some necessary steps before selecting an ultralight myself and your video keeps that fire stoked for me.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Steve. Just go slow and build up competence before you try this low flying stuff that you see me doing. I make it look easy because I have over 1,000 hours in type. I think you might like "UFM2" which is my movie on Ultralight Flying. It is listed as a "playlist" on my channel or you can go to it directly at this link: kzbin.info/aero/PLw-1AzkBKwvPI_oKgrJ96S3zjgemcipI8 That's my latest on Ultralights but you also might like my original "Beginner's Guide to Ultralight Flying" that I shot in the early 1990's. You can see it here: kzbin.info/aero/PLw-1AzkBKwvMcBpo1o9R0ejjzxS9opB0z If all that doesn't burn you out, let me know and I'll hip you to some more... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@alaskaaksala123]

Excellent video!.. thanks for posting....I also like the text prompt sounds. Very unique..

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Chuck! There's more where that came from. Go to: fitzvideo.com More POVs and documentaries. Blue Skies & Tailwinds! The Sky Surfer

[@steveshires2868]

I really enjoyed the intimacy with the Earth that you showed with the low flight. It gave me a sense of the majesty and wonder of flying that is not felt at altitude. Thank you for sharing this wonder and exploration.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Steve! I'm glad you see what I see. There is a particular advantage to seeing The Great Plains from 50' to 200' that is quite inspiring. I think the slower 40mph airspeed is part of it also. You can traverse the same landscape by car, bike or on foot and not get the same effect at all. You sure don't get to see the "free range horses" like I do. If you get a chance to check out any of my other POVs, you will see the horses. The scenes are like the cowboy movies of the 30's - 50's. The other POVs can be found here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Please let your Buddies know about my work. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@Marvin-if8sl]

Wow! Thanks for the ride Brian; I'm looking forward to our next one!!!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Good to hear from you, Marvin! You might be interested to know that I already have a few others of these "POVs" (Point Of View) movies on line since I shot "Harper". The most recent is "The Flint Hills Fall Fandango" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3enlnhtp9F9rLM). "The Search for Mustang Valley" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYq1cqiuoKiXjdk) was shot in Oklahoma. "Sun Over Severy" is another POV movie like "Harper" and I also made an extensive Flite Blog™ story out of it that you can see here: fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2014/10/08/a-flight-to-severy-kansas/ "The Harper Run" was also covered in The Flite Blog™ here: fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2014/08/07/the-harper-run/ If that's not enough stuff for you, I have another POV called "Autumn Air" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/enO9YWx4jaqcqtE). I shot the footage for "The Flint Hills Spring Fandango" already but have not had time to edit it yet. I will put it up ASAP to this Channel and announce it on my mailing list. I made a 1.5 hour Fun Flight yesterday to buzz a few airports in my area. It was excellent to catch some air. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@255-southcarolina8]

Wow I enjoyed that very much thank you very much very beautiful scenery definitely catches your eye hope to see many more I will be posting this on Facebook

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Jimmy, Great to hear from you. I would have answered earlier except my Wife and I were on a Caribbean Cruise and I couldn't log on to my KZbin account... So far I have done 6 "POV" movies of which "Harper" was the first. If you go to my channel: kzbin.info and key word "POV" you will see most of them. Actually the first one I did is "Lil Prop / Big Trip". You will like that one. I also have lots of other movies on my channel. Please let your Buddies know about my work. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@patmcgaha8120]

I am thinking of getting rid of my 64 Honda CA77 Dream and getting back into aviation in a QuickSilver! Thanks for the ride along Brian.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Pat, That is good to hear. It is the truest expression of American Freedom. I'll be doing some flying this afternoon. Keep me posted. Also, If you want to see more of my POV's, go here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I am editing one more in the bunch. It features 8 cameras and will be titled "The Flint Hills Spring Fandango". If you subscribe to this channel you will get an announcement. Blue Skies and Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@rrich26]

Nice job Brian.

[@davestelling]

This has gotta be one of the greatest presentations here on KZbin! Thank you, really enjoyed...

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Dave! Tell your Buddies. I put a lot of work into those movies. I think you picked it up elsewhere but in case you didn't, there are more of that type of movie here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I am working on the final in the series which I hope to have finished by the end of the Endless Summer. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@eb7cmk]

Very beautifull fligth and marvelous place to do. Thanks!

[@vagabondroller]

Very nice!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks very much. It is one of my most popular POVs. Check out some of the other ones by searching "POV" because that is in the title of all of this type. You might like "UFM2" also. It is about a variety of Ultralight Flying modes. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@fromabove4210]

Very nice ... really well done Brian .. you exposed a wonderful experience about Ultralights !!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

From Above Thanks! I put a lot of work into these. Please tell your Buddies to give a look. I am working on another POV right now. The shooting part won't be done for another couple of weeks. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian - The Sky Surfer™

[@oswaldobaronefilho]

Excellent! It's a wonder to see this video, by an agronomist engineer like me. It was a great pleasure to see this video. To see the lands of Kansas, fly over the crops, large open areas, see the rivers, trees, farms, ah! Including the train, of course! I had the impression of feeling the smells of the plantations, the earth and the differences in the air temperatures. I flew in the region of the city of Sorriso in the north of the state of Mato Grosso in Brazil. There are many similarities between these regions. Thank you so much, Mr Brian FitzGerald.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Mr. Barone, The pleasure is mine. I am gratified at your comments regarding this movie. While I have many more to show I would but suggest one more that I think you would enjoy. It is called "The Search for Mustang Valley". It will show you an area of prairie East of Ponca City, Oklahoma. Here you will see Oil and Cattle Fields and a topography somewhat different than what you have seen in Kansas. Also, the focus of the story is to show the herds of Mustangs our government supports to run wild on the plains. You can see it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYq1cqiuoKiXjdk I have always been intrigued with Brazil. I would like to visit it some time. One of my pastimes is to watch Mixed Martial Arts and Brazil has produced the best fighters in the world. What is your specialty in agronomy? A year ago I did my best to record the progression of a wheat crop in Kansas from the perspective of my Ultralight. The idea was to trace it from planting the seed through to harvest. The weather was not cooperative and I have yet to make a movie out of it. The area I flew through is around Wellington, Kansas which bills itself as "The Wheat Capital of The World" (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wellington,_Kansas). I have seen wheat in that area that is absolutely breathtaking in scope and quality. Unfortunately that was not the case when I embarked on the movie project that year. I am thinking I must try this movie project again... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@bills48321]

Beautiful video! I wish I could fly in an ultralight like that in beautiful country like that.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks! I have been shooting some more of these in The Flint Hills of Kansas... Check 'em out. They all have "POV" in the title for search purposes. You will like them. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@epretorious]

Thanks for sharing your afternoon (and your knowledge of flying), Brian! (Or should I call you Mr. Wizard?!) ;) Did you happen to notice those utility poles [along the road that you were flying across] @ 26:07? Yikes!

[@epretorious]

BTW, Brian: Your POV video is, by far, the most beautifully produced Ultralight video that I've watched so far - and I've watched a _lot_ of this type of video since I "got the itch" a couple of weeks ago! The combination of the six, separate camera angles and your video editing make for a fantastic viewing experience! Thanks, again, for sharing!

[@wkboggs5]

5 years old video, and you're STILL getting appreciation. Add me to the list. Great work.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, WK. I'm glad you liked it. I try to make movies that have "legs". I purposely make them (for the most part) "undated". "Harper" was my first POV. Since you liked it, you should check out the other 6 I made (so far...). You can find them here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Also, you will like "UFM2": www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/Launch_Ultralights.htm Finally, here is my latest post. It is called "One more for the Gipper". This is on my photo/journalism blog "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™". Check it out. It is all still pictures but I think pretty good anyway. It is best watched on a desktop or large laptop computer: www.fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2020/05/15/another-one-for-the-gipper/ Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@frankmolina5206]

Brian,I just saw your flight and I'm impressed. Wish I could be flying like that.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Frank, I am very glad you liked it. In case you want to see more of those POV's, it is best to find them on my website here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm There are lots of other documentaries on Vintage Aircraft, Rockets and The American Muscle Car. Also, you might like "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™", here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/FliteBlog.htm Please let your Buddies know about my work! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@ThinkingManNeil]

Splendid video. Superb visuals. I especially appreciate the multiple camera angles. Thanks for this...

[@bauduy5]

I was always impressed with your low flying . Especially with camera from wing,that always bring beautiful view.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Bau. I spent enormous amounts of time fabricating camera mounts to get those angles. I'm glad you like them.

[@Bass.Player]

That was excellent! I'm not much for any type of music in these videos, I'm glad there was little of it. Music is so subjective, it took me right out of my zone back to playing high school gigs in the 60's, I wanted to stay in the quicksilver... Thanks...

[@johndog71]

That was a blast, want to see more, "and no more condescending remarks about the great plains", that has to be the best place in the world for a rec. pilot to fly. Maybe I will take a drive over to Quicksilver, about a mile away, and dream.

[@theobserver3346]

What a Great Video.. I enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks.

[@sunshin1812]

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[@CharlesBerryamericanlinkage]

The Harper Run ! I enjoyed it thanks for all your time .you keep me interested all the time I have owed few air craft sa 300 starduster, SA1 pitts , now its time of my life I am going to step down a notch to a ultralight and you made me feel it not step down but a step up looks like you helped in that decision thanks again

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Charles Berry Dear Charles, Thanks for the positive reinforcement! These projects take an enormous amount of time with pretty much no compensation except kudos. I would like to fly a Pitts some time but most of my time has been in Ultralights after training in Cessna 150's, 172's and a few hours in a Piper 140. You sound like you are quite experienced. I would just recommend that you spend a goodly amount of time getting used to the extremely low speed and light wing loaded type of flying before doing some of the stuff I do in these movies. I'm not saying it's that tough but in winds it requires constant attention to airspeed and "automatic" reflexes for turbulence control. With regard to that, I have been reading "The Wright Brothers" by David McCullough. He includes personal observations The Brothers made that mirror things I see and feel when flying in the same flight regime. I would highly recommend the book. It is wonderful and gives me more appreciation for them even though they have always held a lofty position in my life regardless. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you transition to Ultralight Flying. My telephone number is on my website if you want to call as is my email address. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@aftabmugheriaftab6413]

enjoy brian enjoy we r just mouth watering great fun keep flying 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Aftab, Good to hear from you! I have a number of other ones on my channel like that. Just key word "POV" to see more. Check out "The Search for Mustang Valley". Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@tomascharles5080]

Beautiful scenery great pilot skills.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Tomas! There are 6 more of these type movies on my channel. The best way to find them is to go here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@lifeonthebog]

Beautifully done, sir! A lot of work in preparation is easy to overlook by us viewers. I'm so fulfilled that you've created this magnificently gentle and serene passage. And your observance of details along the journey was much appreciated. This project is a gem! (additional thought on watching further:) "Let the plan go as it will." Wonderful! Sounds like the words of a man who's learned wisdom in life.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Mr. Mattison, I am overwhelmed with your generosity and appreciate your observations. These POV movies are very time consuming and require meticulous attention to detail to achieve a modicum of success. I think you would understand how many flights with cameras rolling that I had to scratch for any number of reasons - all to get something I would be proud to show off. Even at that, a couple of cameras died on me before the end of "Harper" but not enough to scratch the flight. God gave me enough to complete the project with the supreme addition of the young boy and his Grandfather showing up at the end. I'm glad you liked it. I also wrote this flight up on "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™". Here is the link to that angle of the same story: www.fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2014/08/07/the-harper-run/ You might also like some of my other POV movies (there are 6 more with another on the way...). You can find them here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm And, I have lots of other movies on my KZbin Channel that you might like. The best way to check them out is to start at my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ Thanks again! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@lifeonthebog]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer You are most kind for all of the info and links to your work. And yes, that final photo of the young boy and his grandfather - such genuine happy smiles from them both - brought tears to my eyes. You are a man at peace with the world and yourself. Can't do a work of love and passion like "Harper" if a man is not. Best to you!

[@johnklamp6985]

Reminded me flying a Hummingbird ultralight in Alaska in the 80's! Two flights after soloed I lost the left engine on cross to final. Thinking I was close to the trees, banked left and and landed in a field full of cow's! When they saw me coming it appeared as though they saw me and the cow's parted like The Mose's story! Incredible. Thank you for the memories!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear John, That's a great story. I remember the Hummingbird. We had one at The GliderPort here in Wichita. His seemed to have problems with the engines stopping in flight, too. I like the part about the cows parting for you. That is a Providential Event. Usually you hear of a guy making a perfect off field landing only to strike a cow... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald PS: You might also like "The Search for Mustang Valley" here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYq1cqiuoKiXjdk

[@Heather22056]

This is a great way to make time go by. Thanks

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Great to hear from you, Dood. I have Six more of these POV movies (with another one being edited). KZbin is confusing so the best way to check them out is to go to my POV website page: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I have lots of other things for you to look at on my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@nitroneal48]

That was a awesome video and beautiful flight. I want to get me an ultralight

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Neal, Thanks! "Harper" is just one of many POVs I have on my channel (kzbin.info) I think you would like the other ones, too. Just go there and Key Word "POV". I'll be adding another one as soon as I can. It is in the can but I haven't had a moment to edit it yet. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@LitoDoBrasil]

Brian thank's for share your movie ,its Great.....

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Manoelito, Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I have lots more where that came from. For the same type, just use the key word "POV". BTW... For anyone reading this thread, know that Manoelito is a superb guitarist. If you want to hear pure, unadulterated, guitar from a Brazilian Master, the way it was meant to be heard - check out his work. He has a number of fine recordings available for download on his website: www.manoelitomartins.com/ I own all of them. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@roncollins3078]

Hi Brian, I really enjoyed the flight to Harper, seeing and travelling the Open Prairie brings to life "The Big Country" best wishes from Hertfordshire, UK. Thank you.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Ron, That is super great to hear! I just checked out Hertfordshire on the web and it looks like a very pleasant place. Yes, I am fortunate to live on The Great Plains with lots of room to fly the prairie. It is a fantastic joy. I have 5 more "POV" movies like "Harper" for you to check out. My latest is called "Magic Time". I also have lots of other Ultralight, Vintage Aircraft, Amatuer Rocket and Muscle Car movies to see. The best place to find my stuff is from my website. From there you can jump off to the movies on my KZbin Channel. Please check out my website and let your Buddies know about it, too: www.fitzvideo.com/ Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@ronechols]

Another awesome adventure! You get a little closer to the corn that I'd chance, but like your reasoning. Looking forward to the next movie.

[@IowaStrmChsr]

Very nice video. I really enjoyed the flight. Between the different camera views and great commentary, it really kept my interest. Thanks for sharing this great flight.

[@mikekazmark9316]

I liked how you cross wires at an angle. When I learned to fly the quicksilver sport II, my intstructior taught us the same thing. If your engine craps out just before you get to the wire it's easier to alter your course (45 degree turn vs a full 90 degree turn).

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

You are a very acute observer and 100% correct. I have seven other of these POV movies having just uploaded the last in the series. It is called "The Flint Hills Spring Fandango". You can find them at this page: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I also have lots of other movies you might find interesting. Please let your Buddies know about my stuff. Thanks! The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@ackack612]

First viewed this a few years ago, found it again...... even better 2nd time around. I'm one of those people from the East, Newport RI. For me, this part of the country might just as well be the dark side of the moon, (yeah, flyover country) but I certainly can appreciate this gentleman's appreciation for the land and country he calls home. Well done, Sir.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Dave, I am delighted to read your comments and glad that the movie has some apparent staying power. In case you were not aware, I want you to know that I have 6 more "POV" movies of this type on the web as well as a variety of other Ultralight, Vintage Airplane movies as well as a documentary on The America Muscle Car and one on Amature High Power Rocketry. The best way to find these is from my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ Please tell your Buddies and... Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@terrycarter4459]

Great video, I am glad I could hear just engine sound and your commentary for most of the flight, Many Thanks. I am an old microlight pilot lol.

[@bauduy5]

You've got a very beautiful view ,congrats! I wish I'll have such amazing experience too.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Bau! I have a number of these POV movies on my channel. They all have "POV" in their titles. Here is a direct link to one called "Fandango" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3enlnhtp9F9rLM) Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Bau! Please check out some of my other POV movies. You will see many more fine and wonderful things.

[@ChipperWilliams]

I loved it! Thank you for videos like this.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Excellent, Chipper. You can see 5 more just like it by going to my website (www.fitzvideo.com/). That's the best way to jump off to my KZbin Channel. I call movies like "Harper" Ultralight POVs. Check it out!

[@froggie6608]

Brian, That is the best ultralight video I've ever seen. Great job!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+froggie6608 Well, Thanks Froggie! I'm glad you posted this because I saw that you joined as a Subscriber and since January 1, I no longer am able to post "Howdy" messages to my new Subs. I have communicated with KZbin about it and can't get recognition of the problem or admission that they have even done it... Anyway, since you like that one, you should check out my latest release (2 days ago) "The Search for Mustang Valley". Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+Brian FitzGerald One more thing... Tell your Buddies to watch it (and "Mustang"), too!

[@johnisley4578]

Good on ya Brian, Takes me back to my 18-30's having started out in an American Aerolights Eagle followed by a Pterodactyl Ascender, then finally a Pioneer Flightstar. I met a lot of great friends in which I still socialise with today, We did exactly what you are doing now, plenty of low level flight, there is nothing like it. We flew from Riddells Creek Airfield Victoria Australia, this lasted at least 20 years. I now fly an LSA aircraft Technam P2008. from the same place. Keep it up, fantastic work. Cheers

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, John. I still have the Quicksilver and also obtained a RANS S-12 that I have about 35 hours in. I have taken a few people up for rides to give them the flying experience first hand.

[@feedline]

Awesome video. I enjoyed every minute of it! Thanks for posting it.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+feedline Dear Feed, Thanks! Since you liked that one you will like my other POV's. You should also check out "Lil Prop - Big Trip". Be patient. I will be uploading a new POV called "Mustang Valley" as soon as I can finish it. Please pass the link to my KZbin Channel to your Buddies. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@trickcyclists]

Brian I take my hat off to you... what a wonderful video. I'm sooooo jealous, haha. Well done and keep 'em coming.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Chris England Thanks, Chris! I put a lot of work into it but God gave the scenery and the great day.

[@trickcyclists]

***** Haha, you're too modest. I've watched your video a few times now.. and was just as enthralled the last time, as the first. You've got life sussed and I'd bet that everyone of us watching your 'work' is more than a little envious. If you'd have flown coast to coast non stop I'd still sit through it. Also, you're a great ambassador for the MXL, they ought to sign you up and give you a few perks, just to keep you on board :-) ( But yes.. I do know you don't do this for any reward). Would you buy the same machine if you were starting over? I wonder what else you might have considered. Keep doing things just the way you do them, we love it.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Chris! But frankly it was just another day in the life of The Sky Surfer dancing the skies over The Great Plains of Kansas. I will admit there are moments when he seems to live a charmed life... Yes, I do promote the MXL a lot. For my purposes, it is hard to beat. Strong, well-designed, parts easy to obtain. Its maintenance is not technical and does not require exotic tools. It has a lot to recommend itself but the truth is that Quicksilvers are the only Ultralights I have ever flown. Guys tell me they are a little heavy in the roll axis but that's why The Sky Surfer has such bulging biceps... I like Kolb airplanes and also the Aerolite 103. Those would be the others I would try if I had some extra bucks. The Backyard Flyer impresses me also. I own a 70% complete T-Bird two seater with a 582. It has been stored in pieces in my garage and basement for about 7 years. The goal is to put it together in the next two years inside the soon-to-be-announced Sky Surfer Shack literally in construction right now! I'll post something about it on The Flite Blog™ before too long. Blue Skies & Tailwinds, Chris!

[@douglaswagner7637]

What a great adventure thank you.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Mr. Wagner, I am glad you found this adventure. One of the neat things about these movies is that you see them as they happened. With my POV series, there was no scripting and thus you get a sense of what the joy of Ultralight Flying is... That being said, if you want to see some more, I have another seven to watch. The best way to get to them is to start on the webpage jump off here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I also have many other documentaries on subjects ranging from Ultralights to Vintage Aircraft to Amateur Rocketry and The American Muscle Car. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@johnmckenna8989]

...A great video....I flew an Ercoupe for many years to the point where we flew as one unit...I had a real passion for flying close to the ground, even landing on the sandbars along the Fraser River...I found if you waved at the folks on the ground they were more likely to wave back than report you...I did a forced landing once under two sets of high tension power lines and my practiced low level flying certainly helped me through....I always wanted to try an ultra-light, but I'm over 6'6"...Through the 1970's I was a television news photographer, so have a library of 16mm and Super 8mm film of my adventures....The dihedral of your wings looks similar to the Ercoupe, which is 7 degrees, very stable......Saskatchewan is the Canadian province most like Kansas, and I like it there a lot...Anyway, I sure appreciate the memories your video brought back ( but you didn't fly under any bridges, yet ) haha ....I think I loved all the smells close to the ground the most, and buzzing trains flying lower than the tracks, lol.......John (west coast, Can.) ....

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear John, Thanks for your great comments. I, too, was a cameraman but got into that about 10 years after you. They were phasing out 16mm and we were using the early 3/4" systems. I worked at KSNW in Wichita for a while before I started my own ad business. We had a couple TK 46 cams but then went whole hog into the JVC 2000's and then 2700's. When adding a light system with the battery belt I would have 70lbs+ of gear on. It was very interesting as a job and got me into making movies. In addition to the POV you have seen (of which I have 6 others here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm), I also have shot a load of documentaries featuring Classic Airplanes, Ultralights, Amateur Rockets and Muscle Cars. I still have my hand in the ad biz and finished a spot for a client just yesterday. Thanks for checking in and please encourage your Buddies to look at my stuff. Blue Skies & Tailwinds! The Sky Surfer

[@MrDlt123]

An excellent video!!! Pure enjoyment. Well done!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks! Please be an ambassador for The Sky Surfer and pass links around to your Buddies so they can watch my stuff, too. Have you seen "Lil Prop" yet? Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@MrDlt123]

+Brian FitzGerald Thanks, Brian. I'll check out the other vids. Stay safe with that low-flying and keep the vids coming.

[@williamroberts5180]

Yes , I enjoyed your fliet I flew on flight crew in the Navy in 66-68'. With I coed afored to by one I'd fly up your way. Now I live in North East Texas alittle town called Tenaha. But you want to hear about what I though of the film , It was great and I loved it. So have clear skies an smooth winds.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear William, Thanks for your nice comments. By the way, I was born in Texas. Since you like "Harper" you will probably like my other 6 POV movies. The best way to get to them is to start at my website page here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I have produced lots of other Ultralight and Vintage Aircraft movies. The best way to get to them is by starting at the website: www.fitzvideo.com/ You might also like "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™": www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/FliteBlog.htm Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@thomasharper1895]

I loved your flight to Harper! I have belonged to EAA off and on and I really think the QuickSilver is my kind of flying, low and slow. Is the engine 2 or 4 cycle? My last name is Harper so that added to the interest. Also, I am an agriculturist and therefore very much identified with your flight path over crops and natural land features. I am still amazed that you can fly so low! Yet, you have the power to easily climb to surmount hedgerows or power lines! I like that you can use ground effect to your advantage! I can’t help liking your descriptions of the land and places you are flying over. I was born and grew up in eastern Montana and have driven as well as ridden the train across North Dakota, Montana and Minnesota and have always loved the different colors of grasses alone as well as crops! Thank you for your sensitivity to the very interesting Great Plains where I grew up!!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Mr. Harper, I am very pleased with your comments on this piece. It was the first of a series of "POV" movies I have on my KZbin Channel. Due to the vagaries of KZbin, I can never be sure how people see my movies. So, I want you to know that I have about 6 of these "POV's" on my Channel and you can get there by going to this address: kzbin.info There you will find more of the same and a lot more. Another good way to see my stuff is to go directly to my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ From there you can get to Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™ which features journalistic stories about my trips. You asked about the motor. It is a Rotax 503 DCI of about 48 HP. It is a 2 Stroke. It is one of the best motors they have made but it is no longer in production thanks to the Earth Worshipper's Global Warming Myth. Apparently, 2 strokes destroy the Antarctic... Anyway, please let your Buddies know about my website/blog/Channel and be prepared to see my newest production which will be released soon. It will be titled "Magic Time - Final Flight". Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@letyourlightshine8646]

Oh man!!! I just found your channel!!! This video has got to be the coolest damn thing I’ve ever seen! I’m putting the finishing touches on a Goat 4 glider I built over the last 3 years in my spare time:). My glider will launch with either winch towing aero towing with a dragonfly or comparable, or ridge launch. I’m supposed to be working on the rig for my trailer to carry the glider, but I can’t stop watching this video!!! This is fascinating!!! If I’m ever in Kansas I will look you up, and maybe you could tow me up lol! Anyways fantastic video. I can’t wait to see what other ones you have! God bless!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Light, I am deeply gratified to hear your reaction to "Harper". I have lots of other movies on my Channel but "Harper" was the first of my "POVs". You will probably like the other 6 I have posted and I think you would like "UFM2" also. Here is a link to the POV stuff: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm And this link will take you to "UFM2": www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/UFM2.htm Again, I really appreciate your comments and hope you have a lot of fun in your glider. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@patrickmckowen2999]

BEAutiful - thanks for posting this. Cheers, Patrick

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+PATRICK MCKOWEN Thanks, Patrick. That's what I like to hear. You are going to LOVE "Mustang Valley". It will be done as soon as possible... The Sky Surfer

[@chadshumaker2789]

At 26:00 (or a few seconds after) did you go UNDER the power lines??? If you pause the video at 26:07 you can catch frames of the 3 lines. Was that a lucky close call on your part or did you mean to???

[@isaacpaulsen1158]

I actually just created an account so I could ask the exact question. I dont think he realized it but I believe he did fly under the power line at the 26 min mark

[@epretorious]

Yes - I saw that too!

[@kendonnelly3248]

Wow ! Part of my bucket list. Very nice and informative video. I cant afford one of those. Allays wanted one. Got 25 hrs full size. never finished. So i just stick to my cheep R/C stuff. lol! Happy flying.

[@Aviator168]

This is excellent video. Thanks for sharing.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Aviator! This was the first of 7 movies of this type and I am editing one more right now. If you want to see the others, go here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm

[@kennethclaar922]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer you did a heck of a job with this. I am going to go get lessons to fly so I can buy one.

[@kennethclaar922]

@@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer you said TCB on the nice article you wrote. I bought a necklace off of Sonny west one of Elvis’s good friends. Take care

[@mmatt]

When I first saw the link for this video a few months, I just about clicked on it right away - that was until I saw the length down in the corner. Assuming that it was just another long boring cross country ultralight trip I gave it a pass. Then, earlier today, I stumbled upon the 'Lil Prop - Big Trip' video and was blown away by the quality of it. When I saw that this video was made by you as well, I couldn't click on it fast enough. I'm glad to say I wasn't disappointed. I sat mesmerized for the full 51 minutes and still felt that it was too short. Thank you so much for posting. :-)

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

mmatt Thanks, Matt! You are the audience I am looking for. Have you seen "Don't Watch My Channel"? That pretty much sums up my desire for this Channel. I appreciate your comments. Please refer my site to others! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer

[@mmatt]

Not yet, but I plan on working my way through all of your videos as I have time. I have made some ultralight flying videos as well if you care to check them out, although they're not nearly as interesting as yours.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

mmatt "Don't Watch" is the gag intro to my KZbin Channel. You should get a kick out of it. Green Screen technique... I think it is only a minute long. You might also like my PhotoJournalism effort called "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™". I have other guys that have submitted a few things but mostly it represents trips I have made to small towns in Kansas and Oklahoma. The stories are made of still pictures and commentary rather than movies. There is a button to it on my website (fitzvideo.com). Send me a link to one of your movies. I'd like to see it. Later, Brian FitzGerald - Wichita - The Sky Surfer ps: I'm heading to the airport to check the compression on my motor and then probably do some aviating. See you later!

[@papitodayton45MH]

Nice video...i want one of those!

[@dannysunwantedopinions]

This is wonderful!

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Yo, Danny. That's what I like to hear! "Harper" was my first POV in the Quicksilver. There are a total of 8 of that type that I produced. So, if you want to see any more of this type of Ultralight Flying, go here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Additionally, I have other documentaries on my website: www.fitzvideo.com/ Tell your Buddies! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@mroger29sh]

mark r Scranton pa usa ur land out there is sort of level compared to mt area in pa , just a wonderful experience , my make my fly. thx so much and my very best

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Mark! Since you like this one, you should check out my other POVs. Just go to my Channel Lead Page (kzbin.info) and search for titles with "POV" in them. I also have many other Aviation Movies to watch and a piece on The American Muscle Car and a neat movie on HIgh Power Rocketry. Blue Skies & Tailwinds™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@DirkHav]

I keep coming back to fly with you, it 's almost hypnotising.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Dirk! I was just talking to my Son Jack about the effort I put into filtering the noise from the audio so you can hear the propeller in these POV movies. Regarding the "hypnotising", I was telling him that on long Sky Safaris the "Harley-Like" sound of the prop has nearly lulled me to sleep. The whole atmosphere of a Sky Safari over The Great Plains of Kansas is ethereal and transfixing. I'm glad you like them.

[@DirkHav]

I should be learning for my theoretical exam . . . Some people have a million dollar plane and the make vids too, but add horror music . . . I don't understand that.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

That's simple... A lot of people think that cameras make movies. Movies are actually made in your brain. The camera is only the vehicle for getting your daydream out to others. Apparently the guys you are talking about live in a nightmare!

[@ronpenrose3467]

Great video. I had a Weedhoper many years ago. This makes me want to get another.

[@cristalak]

Wow! Kudos .... with the low flying ....thats Awesome.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks! You can see more of that type of movie here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm

[@alanlaero]

Loved it! Thanks🙂.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Alan, I'm glad to hear from you about this. I have 6 more POV movies like "Harper" that you can find here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Additionally I have a good number of documentaries. The best way to find them is to go to my website first and it will link you to the movie on KZbin: www.fitzvideo.com/index.htm Please tell your Buddies about my work. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@treylem3]

Very nice, so awesome! I used to have a single place Cobra, by Advance(or Advanced) Aviation. I didn't fly quite as low as you, maybe 15-20 ft, but only sometimes, fields my area have alot of hedgerows crisscrossing, lol. What fun. 103 is the most fun flying experience, for certain, imo. Great vid. Hello from NC

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

That is great to hear. I have a number of other POV movies on my channel. The best way to find them is from my website: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm I'll be releasing "The Spring Fandango" POV soon... I also have documentaries on Ultralights and Classic/Vintage Airplanes. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@TheBoatwatcher]

Great Video. You fly the way I do. Low and Slow. Happy Flying

[@JamesT65]

Thanks for posting, this is really a wonderful video with some beautiful commentary...

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Jim! You just made my day. I have been working on another of these "POV" Sky Safaris. If you become a subscriber you will be automatically informed upon its release. Since you like "Harper", you might check out some of my other POVs. Just use that term for searching my site. I have another piece with "ground to air" shots also. It has a music bed I wrote and played under it - with no commentary - called "Lil Prop - Big Trip" that a lot of folks like. You might like that deal also. Blue Skies & Tailwinds! Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@JamesT65]

***** You are most welcome Brian, I stayed up till 3am watching your videos, I can't believe how low you fly. Already subscribed, it has inspired me to take up the sport. I did freefall parachuting, but UL makes me feel like you can endlessly fall without falling and enjoy the altitude...

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks again, Jim. I am gratified to hear you are interested in flying ultralights. I feel obligated whenever this "low flying" comment comes up to advise you that I don't always fly that low. Yesterday I went up for an hour and stayed between 150' and 600' AGL for the entire flight. The view at those altitudes is quite excellent. Flying low is a joy but takes more skill and has the negative of limiting your landing sites should the engine quit. Even though and engine out landing can be made around 20 mph, you could get hurt bad if you land amongst boulders or up in a tree. I make the case for the low flying when shooting movies because it is FAR more interesting from that aspect than to stay at 150' and above. Frankly, though, it is safer, just as fun and advisable to stay above 100' AGL when generally Fun Flying. Please keep me posted on your progress. Air-TechInc of Louisiana is a good place to get a Quicksilver. (that is an unsolicited promo but tell 'em The Sky Surfer sent you anyway...) Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian - The Sky Surfer

[@JamesT65]

Brian, I would never attempt anything until I can get my basic maneuvers padded down. I have a great respect for the sky and flying after doing an intensive free-fall course a few years back. I will certainly keep you updated, I am based in the Philippines, but I may come for a flying 3 month vacation to the US.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Excellent. BTW. I stopped in The Philippines back about 1972 on the way to see my family in Bangkok. My Dad was stationed there as an "RnR" post after 100+ missions over N. VietNam commanding a couple of different F-105 squadrons. I didn't see anything of The Philippines but I can always say I've been there!

[@clydeholiday5907]

I got to admit you do a good job narrating and great photos

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Clyde! I'm glad you liked it. I have many more on the site and one more ("The Flint Hills Spring Fandango") soon to upload. You can find them here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@randybeard6040]

Its 4 years after this video was made but I still Enjoyed your Flight Very Much, I also like to Fly Low and Slow.....

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

More here: www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm

[@icerinkdad]

Great work...really loved the video.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Thanks, Bob! That was the second POV I made. I have six more of them on my channel and lots of other movies on Ultralights, Classic Airplanes, Muscle Cars and Rockets. I am editing a final POV that will be out eventually... Here is a direct link to more POV's like "The Harper Run": www.fitzvideo.com/Pages/POVs.htm The easiest way to get to my movies is to start on my website because KZbin is designed to confuse... My website is here: www.fitzvideo.com/ Thanks for your interest and please let your Buddies know about my work. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@Ichibuns]

I'm getting my ultralight training soon. Will be looking for a used Quicksilver Sport to do just this. Maybe a sprint if I just want some slow and really low flights locally

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

Dear Gregory, I am glad to hear you will be flying. I believe that Ultralight Flying is the most pure aviation experience you can attain. It can be very rewarding but I would like you to do me a favor... Please don't copy the "low level, up over the trees, down the river" stuff you saw me doing in The Harper Run until you have a couple of hundred hours in type. When I am out for a local flight I don't generally get below 300' to 500' AGL. Sure, it's fun to fly in ground effect but you owe yourself some time to really get used to the machine and to become competent in it so that you don't unintentionally smack the ground and break something. These planes are very susceptible to the wind currents and over time you can feel the air in such a way that you know when to add a little power when necessary and when to ease back on the stick at the right moment. It is all HUGE FUN but only when you don't bust your stuff up. Be honest with yourself and strive for excellence in your control of the machine so that you become "one with it". I know that sounds hokey and "Star Wars" but it is a real thing. When you get so that you are "not thinking" about every correction with your stick and rudder movements, then you are getting to the right place. It will take some time so be patient. Be a tough judge on yourself - your turn coordination, maintaining altitude in turns - all your pilotage. When you fly mere feet above the surface those things are VERY important. Maintenance is critical, too. All that being said, you are entering a great phase in your life! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ The Sky Surfer - Brian FitzGerald

[@DEGBOT]

WOW!!! I can't believe you missed the wires at 26 min. They string those over rivers also. I never fly that low unless I have surveyed the area completely. Nice video.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+DEGBOT I do it once in a while but don't make a habit of it. Remember... This is a movie. I'm trying to make it interesting but I'm no dare devil. I've discussed going under wires at length in other posts. If you search "wires" or "power lines", etc. you can find my whole method regarding that. I'm glad you liked the video. I have 3 other POV movies in the can I am getting ready to edit so Help Me Out by becoming a Subscriber to this channel. Then you will be notified of new stuff. Two other POVs that are already on the air are: "Autumn Air" and "Sun Over Severy". I think you would like them, too! Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer - Wichita PS: Check out "Sky Surfing - The Flite Blog™" here: fitzvideo.com/skysurfing2/2015/11/04/hunting-rhinos-in-marion-kansas/

[@Aviator1681]

This is a beautiful video. I like to see more of your work.

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+Aviator1681 Thanks, Aviator! The next thing you see should be "The Search for Mustang Valley" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYq1cqiuoKiXjdk). That is another POV type production. Also, in a similar vein is "Lil Prop" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ3JnWN5ltWBY7M). A music video I shot at the Salton Sea is here (kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4mvh3Z4is1mnbM). It is one of my all time favorites and is part of the movie "UFM2". Blue Skies and Tailwinds!™ Brian FitzGerald - The Sky Surfer

[@Aviator168]

+Brian FitzGerald Another question if you don't mind. How many hours have you put on your 2 stroke without overhaul?

[@BrianFitzGerald-TheSkySurfer]

+Aviator168 Dear Aviator, The factory (Rotax) wants you to overhaul these motors at 300 hours and that is what I do. I am running on my 1st overhaul of this 503 done by Rotax Rick of Florida ([e-mail]). I have enough hours left on this overhaul for this coming season so I will be sending it to him this Fall. Some guys say they "can get" 800 to 1,000 hours between overhauls. That's not my plan. I see no cost savings in waiting until a motor fails to do an overhaul (if that's what they are doing). I think if guys in the Ultralight sport adopt the methods used by N Numbered planes they will have much more fun and less hassle. I do an annual inspection every year AND change out the "wear" parts like plugs, wires, caps, fuel hoses, hinge bolts, tire tubes, drive belts, etc. You need to take a responsible attitude to the sport. This is NOT a snowmobile that you can throw in the back of a pickup if the motor quits somewhere. I don't think I need to elaborate beyond that... Our big problem for the coming years is that Rotax doesn't make our 337, 447 or 503 motors any more. Quicksilver is experimenting with the Hirth line so we will see how that works out. For now there are lots of Rotax motors around and parts are still available. Maybe electric drive trains will become viable in the next few years... Please let me know if I can help with anything else. Blue Skies & Tailwinds!™ BF - The Sky Surfer

[@Aviator168]

+Brian FitzGerald thanks for the info. I am working on gdi kit for 2 strokes

[@humblegeorge]

I now understand " the PUCKER FACTOR " Very cool video the wires do freak the tar out of me though.