Day 4 - Low and Slow to Oshkosh - DRACO IS HERE!!!

[@royl657]

HOLY MOLY WHAT THE EFFFFFFFF that thing is insanity. Must be a Polish airplane, oh wait! IT IS!! lol. WITH A CANADIAN ENGINE! EPPIIIIIICCCCC. I flew one Wilga 2000 when I was 17, just for a brief moment to feel what it's like to fly the tow plane that I always admired 200ft behind on a tow rope in a glider. A beautiful bird, made of Canadian and Polish parts married together with an American touch. Love it!

[@TraneFrancks]

That Wilga is about the sickest thing I have ever seen. What an absolute BEAST.

[@LouT1501]

Draco: A too short, but very interesting, life!

[@Thefreakyfreek]

Luckily he is going to rebuild it

[@Gat_Gobbler3000]

Can't wait to see Draco 2.0 tho!

[@MichaelLloyd]

Holy crap. This video had so much packed into 11:37 minutes I need to watch it again. From Hey look, a sandbar that's never been landed on, lets fix that... to the most badass bush plane ever conceived, backing up and taking off and landing on a patch of grass the size of a (small) golf course green no less... Thanks for doing this...

[@justachipn3039]

I spent ALL DAY watching Mike build DRACO... simply amazing skills !!!

[@davidnoseworthy4540]

SWEET! I am not just awe struck . . . I think I'm "in love" with that incredible aircraft!! The Draco just blows my mind (can't go wrong with a PWC PT6A). Enjoy this series of videos and your adventure to Air Venture. Thank you very much for sharing, and much thanks to Mike for the DRACO!

[@rynetreatch9558]

If you don’t do something at least once a week that makes you giggle like a kid and stand in awe of something (like Draco) then you’re doing life wrong. Staying connected with that part of your heart is part of truly being a man. Enjoy every second of this dude, I’ll see ya next week!

[@CriticalAngle]

Few things are as awesome as beta on a turboprop. Oh man Mike's got a cool plane. I love how it hunches down before takeoff like a cat ready to pounce or something!

[@davidduganne5939]

Lower the front, instead of raising the tail...accelerates out of the blocks better!

[@modelleg]

Shit-n-git

[@AllanFolm]

Variable-pitch propeller. Runs the engine up to full power, holds it on the wheel brakes, puts positive pitch on the prop, and release the brakes. Max power, max pulling power from first movement.

[@angelreading5098]

Trent we are delighted to share your wonderful adventure to Oshkosh,already you have entertained us with some beautiful sand bar footage and now this super Wilga with helicopter like performance ! thank you for allowing us mere mortals the joy of flying low and slow with you,more power to your STOL machines that you put down almost anywhere,loving every minute of your trip.

[@joshuanicely8722]

I'm not really an airplane enthusiast but after watching the video on the Draco specs and this one of it flying I have to admit I'm incredibly impressed with the build and capabilities of this thing. It is THE hotrod of bush planes. If I flew this would be on my wish list for sure!

[@tpittockful]

I just started watching your videos as I heard your name mentioned by P1D. I cant fly due to eye problems but my passion is aviation ever since I can remember as a little bot. My father worked for United Air Lines so I flew a lot as a passenger. When I was in Alaska last summer I saw many bush planes and sadly saw one go down in Anchorage. I think you pilots are a very special breed of human beings. Truly an elite group of amazing individuals, you have my utmost respect and admiration. So I live vicariously through all of you by sitting in front of my computer watching video after video. Those planes taking off and landing in a couple hundred feet is amazing. Thats what Bush is all about right. Gotta get into those hard to get into places but you guys do it with such class and style.

[@MJ-td3ij]

Congratulations Mike Patey! Mike your enthusiasm and engineering skills are unlike anyone else I've seen. Thoroughly enjoyed the Draco build series!!! Thank you Trent Palmer for posting this video. I'm an hour flight away from KSPK, hope to fly the Fox over there and see it when Mike is back from OSH. It would be fun to fly Kitfox's with you Trent Palmer someday.

[@mwash5779]

mike seems to be the most chill guy in the world love his attitude..great plane... excellent videos Trent...

[@RU-HDD-4-HVN]

That Draco bush plane is just gorgeous in every way....... even the sound. It's part hovercraft and drone combined. It's how Batman would land. Cool!! Thanks for the great content.

[@coryturner9140]

That’s the coolest aircraft I think I’ve ever seen. Incredible build! Love the pt-6!

[@leeCann]

Thanks Trent. I am loving the footage. This 65 yr old is grinning like a teenager waiting for each update. The KitFox is "representing"! And DRACO !!!

[@lorengallagher6049]

Watching your videos of the flight to OSH is a painful reminder for me of a life of too much work and not enough play. I’ve gotten a late start but looking forward to seeing you on a sandbar soon! See you at OSH. Live the life you love!

[@sonydroid2253]

That Draco craft is crazy. Such short take off and landing, and super low speed landing / stall speed too!!

[@capdink]

The best way to fly low and slow and enjoy the flight. Land wherever you can, just need 150 meter stretch. Fantastic video.

[@tomjohnson5597]

High speed, low drag is cool; low speed, high lift is amazing! Thanks for the video.

[@kennyFF033]

I'm lovin' this series! That is one SICK DRACO! I'm no pilot (yet) but it seems to me that DRACO embodies everything wrong about bush planes... it's BIG, heavy, has a jet engine... looks like a beast, until you see it fly. That is one graceful, beautiful bird.

[@brianrhoads86]

Theses guys are the cowboys of this generation! I love their senses of adventure. You go cowboys!

[@tomqueisser7706]

Landing on the Wisconsin River sandbar !!!!!!!!! That had to be so much fun !!!!!!!!

[@Mytyweav]

Just started my day off with a Bang! Thanks for taking the time to knock out the vids. They are doing a fine job of bringing us along for the ride. Enjoy the Baraboo/Dells airport. That is where the Cirrus factory was originally and it's where my Tailwind was built by Jim Clement. Baraboo has a bunch of very talented airplane people that are a LOT of fun to mix it up with. Have a Good Time!

[@davidduganne5939]

Tailwinds rule!

[@Mytyweav]

Hahaha... Yes, I can cruise at twice the speed at the same MPG that they are using BUT, I can't land as short nor on Un-Improved strips. The Tailwind has a completely Opposite mission. I have a Rans S7 Courier for flying with the "Low n Slow" guys. Honestly, the best of both worlds. Thanks Dave for the comment.

[@davidduganne5939]

Hi Fred! I shoulda said Tailwinds rule, too! Sounds like you have the perfect setup. Trent's videos highlighting the KF, Highlander, Rans et al, have really opened my eyes to the capabilities of these great planes. The Rans' background (company started by a cyclist/builder) gives it some extra karma points---notice my avatar! Fly safe, high or low, fast or slow!!

[@robertkimbrough4284]

Is it possible for someone to have to much fun? Draco, it said it all in one word! Crazy! Just watched Tucker fly under the bridge.

[@reyesben]

Loved the scenery over the windmills and my 10 y.o. daughter loved seeing the crossing of the Mississippi.

[@mrtbon1]

Love these updates. I enjoyed watching Mike's videos on building DRACO. too cool.

[@braqueguy6543]

I could watch Draco for hours. And the reaction when it backs up! The build series was great. Love your channel, man. Thanks. More Draco please!

[@donieoliqs2739]

Oh my Oh my!!. What a landing by Draco. That's a beast Trent.

[@flyboybobio3431]

What a fun adventure. I’m jealous. You do the best vlog of anybody on the Tube. Look forward to them all. Have fun be safe.

[@ralphmadera4366]

Congratulations Mike Patey Seriously you are one those inspirational persons that only comes by once in a 💯 years,I have been following your build and sincerely when I saw that landing I felt happy and thrilled.

[@davidendsley2391]

Trent your the man, thanks so much for the awesome video I know it's hard work but you don't know how much we all appreciate what your doing, this is only the third time I've missed Oshkosh so this is almost as good as going. The flying there is the best part then a party for a week. I can't say thanks enough I'm 65 and every time I go to the airport the smell of avgas the sight of a plane I haven't seen before makes me feel like a kid all over again.

[@MoiraOBrien]

That Draco is INSANE! I watched a couple of his build videos and was very impressed with how he made it so light. And what a beautiful plane too!

[@flyhardt]

Before watching this, I went to Mikes and watched the entire Draco build series. Seeing it behaving like this, the name is very well chosen. Unbelievable. I’m overjoyed right now and somehow need to see it live in action.

[@jwald6795]

I'm envious , you guys are truly living large. Have fun be safe.

[@UrbanMiningWithGearHead]

Way cool man! I've never seen these before, and was excited watching this and the other vid of 'Draco'. I'm used to seeing builds on cars, trucks and bikes, but didn't even know I was missing out on the thrill of these, and my storage yard is literally less than 200 ft from Nellis AFB! Keep it up and I'll keep watching! Thanx

[@dreadog6425]

DRACO is a rock star. The only thing cooler is the pilot Mike.Seems like a great guy.

[@benth162]

WoW great video Trent. I especially like watching him backing up the DRACO, that was so cool. No wonder he has a back-up camera.

[@kevinphillips9408]

I have been watching this video repeatedly for years and will continue to I am sure. Draco gone is sad.

[@EyebrowsMahoney]

Trent, I want to thank you for putting up these videos. I've always been in love with flying, I've been flying on and off since 2006 "trying" to get my pilots license but I've just been letting other things get in the way. Stumbling across your videos with Ty and all the other guys just finally pushed me over the edge and I've decided to go and finally work towards getting my license. I had a bias toward LSA/Bushplanes but your channel helped make me realize what I love, and that's going low and slow. I hope this finds you well, and I hope you guys enjoy Oshkosh. That Wilga is SOMETHING ELSE!

[@michaelstern1945]

To watch your videos is a real joy can’t wait for the Oshkosh series. Draco is one hell of a machine should be a show stopper at the air show.

[@1959Ragge]

loving that aeroplane wonderful modifications loving the fact that it can almost hover

[@CyberSystemOverload]

How jealous I am of your aviation community there in America. So vibrant and happy. I love planes but have zero airplane friends here in the UK where its also so expensive to fly. Really miss it. But I can live vicariously through your videos so thank you :)

[@bobshaw4063]

Another great vlog. The Draco Bush Plane is awesome w/the killer landing lights & being able to land @ a short distance . The rock the ramp party looked like fun .

[@mikeairbiscuit]

Draco is a BEAST! Love how the gear squats while holding her back. Did anyone else see the tail start to come up just from the prop wash🤩

[@tomascharles5080]

Wow that's a really good looking plane. Great vid.

[@williamschuman4951]

All you bush pilots are awesome, Draco just has that next level of awesomeness, motor on boys

[@BruceInFlorida]

Hey Trent -- we even have TUCKER GOTT in here !! He's a really super guy with an awesome YT page also ! TRENT -- Thanks for putting this series of videos together ! Its been an awesome way to meet the FLYING COWBOYS, a way to get to see the down and dirty of these STOL planes, and just enjoying this epic adventure, enroute to OSHKOSH.

[@MartyG144]

This series is awesome. I know it's a pain, but thanks for doing it for us. I was just heading out the door to Oshkosh and had to go back inside to watch this when I got the notification.

[@TrentonPalmer]

Haha! That’s awesome, glad you are enjoying them, hope to see you at Osh

[@dragthatsht]

I couldn't agree more. It has been allot of fun watching this trip.

[@mrwilliemcallen4111]

hi trent im from i am your subscriber from mexico, this videos are awesome iam enjoying em, im a pilot i used to live in sacramento i got my license there , i d like to know how expensive is to own a kitfox , and its mainteinance , cant wait to watch the next video , ill be waiting for your answer

[@mrwilliemcallen4111]

6 6 i just want antes answer from Trent thath s all

[@mrwilliemcallen4111]

6 6 come on it's necesary for you be so agresive ? This is a chat to be friendly And Say hello to other pilots who shares your same passion , i'm a Bush Pilot Also i fly a Cessna centurión 210 , i want to own a kitfox thats it, get a life man be happy

[@texasfly9925]

Thank you Trent! Thanks for taking the time to film your adventures and thank you for the great job of editing them; especially the excellent audio and background music!! First rate!! As a pilot from Houston, I'm enjoying all things Trent!! Keep going sir!!

[@DEeMONsworld]

Tripped on these various "cowboy" vids recently, who are you guys? Wilgas are one of my favorite planes. I owned and flew both 1/4 scale and 1/3 scale R/C models of the Wilga 35 (tho older radial engine model), and they were a hoot. I could take off climb out to 100 feet dump throttle point down pull full flaps and land where I took off in front of me. Turbo conversion on the 2000 is awesome, didn't realize they had already stopped production of that. As a note the 35 Wilga had a counter clockwise rotation, so on take off rudder input was reversed, quite a surprise if you didn't see it coming. A friend took me up for a ride once.

[@amxoso]

That Draco is a beast!! What a sound on engine start! 😮. Another great upload.

[@mjones1958]

This is my kind of flying, bunch of friends, flying low and slow, Love It!, Thank you for bringing us along.

[@Flyby-1000]

Tucker!!!!!! Awesome guy!!! That Draco is one BADASS plane!!!!

[@elwitkauesa4148]

Tucker's t-shirt and that turboprop bushplane is really badass!!!

[@laatjie]

Trent great videos that many of us sincerely appreciate. Have fun stay safe and keep it coming. I am on the adventure through your camera lens!

[@prof.heinous8118]

Great to see Draco flying - thanks!

[@N-Scale]

I am a total novice at aircraft but simply love the utilitarianism of the big tire craft. Love it.

[@AviationNut]

That's the thing I love about the aviation community, everyone is always so nice and they stick together. You can literally fly into some unknown airport and ask another pilot for help and they will be there for you.

[@kevinmorgan6754]

love the whole series of vlogs. draco is a beast love to see it in person one of these days, thanks for what you do hope you have blue skys and tail winds the rest of the trip.

[@lapoint7603]

I really appreciate you doing your daily vlogs! They are great! Thanks.

[@dustunrosdail3583]

Thanks for putting in the working so we can come along on your journey.

[@IFATraining]

Wow! This is... flydom... real flying with pure freedom... I wish! Thanks fr sharing.

[@JasonThomasNC]

One of my favorites of yours! The raw fun that you are having permeates through this video. Makes me want to get my tailwheel endorsement and learn to land on a random sandbar. Keep em coming!

[@TheDisabledGamersChannel]

That plane DRACO amazes me, what a stunning aircraft !

[@jannepeltonen2036]

WOW. I spent most of last night watching the conversion series on Mike's channel, which by now (then?) only has taxiing and not actually taking off - and now I get rewarded with this. That landing was insane. I mean, the takeoff, too, but with that engine... :D Well captured!

[@chrisosborn9740]

Great work Trent so glad Mike made it what a awesome person as are all of you hands down the best keep it up.

[@philcourteney4328]

I watch a lot of Scott Palmers wingsuit videos, so cool seeing him stoked about the draco entrance!

[@donjohnston3776]

Absolutely fantastic aviation video of the year thus far !!!!!!!!!!! This should be submitted to a film/video festival.

[@Aero360Aviation]

What fun! I know it takes sooo much to put these out every day, but I have been thoroughly enjoying each and every one of them. Also, Draco is INSANE!

[@mythologicalmyth]

Draco! I Love You, Unconditionally!

[@jamesharkness1058]

OMG! Epic video! That PT6 is sick. Loved it! Thanks for sharing.

[@CC-jh4vq]

This video was my first intro into your hobby. I am in Chicago land and have ponied up for my share of $100 dollar hamburgers over the years with pilot friends and family. I now have a renewed interest thanks to your crews sandbar landing. I honestly don't know one could do that.

[@Flyfishtherockies]

Really enjoying these vlogs! I Went to Oshkosh every year from 1996 to 2013; I’ve now missed 5 shows due to work commitments. Thanks for sharing and putting in the time and effort to produce this content, it helps to cope with the FOMO, lol Have fun at Oshkosh!!!

[@CCitis]

That WIlga is insane.... has to be the coolest bush airplane in the world.

[@markoliver474]

DAMN SO COOL! This trip vlog is like aviation/flying candy... Thanks for the show.

[@tonyb8066]

Tucker Gott! Awesome. I'm glad you guys met up.

[@garybusey5370]

DRACO!!!! That Bush plane is beautiful! Take my money. I want 2.

[@timburkhalter114]

I was just thinking a couple days ago...I would love to see a video of Trent and Tucker in a video together...BAM and there they are! Two of my favs right there!!!

[@fuzzyapple45]

Very cool Trent, for somebody who would give an arm to get to Oshkosh one day, this is just brilliant so thanks for the time and effort you put in to this. And that DRACO is INSANE! Love Mike's dedication and enthusiasm!

[@timk4944]

wtf, is DRACO part helicopter... amazing! Thumbs up seeing Tucker here. Great sand bar video too. Trent, you sure can bring it!

[@derrickharris2013]

Mike and i hangar at the same airport and it’s been really cool watching the transformation of this plane and it’s a fun show when he is up and going around the pattern!

[@Darknamja]

I have done some hangar stacking back in the day during typhoons. Those we could not get into the hangars took off to find shelter elsewhere. :D

[@true2tui]

Damn you for introducing me to Draco, I've now procrastinated most of my day watching Mike's amazing series on the modifications. Absolutely amazing plane and Mike is such a great guy to follow. I've just recently found your channel and am loving your videos, keep up the great work

[@larrylong2402]

That Draco! Wow! You guys are having a ball!

[@danielmoynihan2852]

Unbelievable trip so far! Thanks so much for filming and posting daily! Feel like I’m going myself. Your editing is awesome as well

[@jannepeltonen2036]

Also Mike did mention reverse thrust and planning for that on his channel, but I never realized that he was actually planning to taxi backwards. A tailwheel bush plane backing up into position :D And I loved the way you filmed that, and the landing. Chin to the floor. :)

[@CrazyLegsFE]

Highest quality "vlog" on the internet Fly safe Trent! and cheers!

[@daniejodin2438]

These daily uploads are so fun to watch! And that plane is a monster... Keep up the good work Trent! /Daniel, Sweden

[@brucer81]

What's not to like? Thanks Trent for taking us along on your journey to AirVenture 2018. Woohoo!

[@rogerscott4497]

No idea how I ended up here but all I can say is WOW WOW WOW. Not only are the planes freaking awesome, but great content and video skills overall. Totally enjoyed watching you guys having fun.

[@MrMattyDucati]

I started on your channel with you going over mikes plane at Oshkosh and then went over your channel and subbed, nice work Trent and thats coming for a youtube junky. I then went over to Mikes channel and went over the Draco build, Dam Mikes a bloody legend so i had to sub to him too! I cant wait to see your house build, hanger and runway set up bud!

[@tonyyates2012]

These bush planes are incredible.

[@bensdadfrank]

Thanks for this. My flying is over, our old strip has buildings on it, but it’s great to see young people in tail daggers.

[@AkPacerPilot]

Awesome, so wish I could be there this year... that Wilga is something else...

[@Factory400]

That DRACO is stunning!!! I am so impressed..

[@maxwellpelcher3600]

So awesome! I've loved keeping up with your series. Can't wait to see you guys kill it at the STOL demo!

[@bobalmendinger4930]

That Draco is like if Tim the Tool man Taylor designed it ! Awesome job putting that all together . Great video work . Love the drone footage .

[@bobporterfield721]

Terrific video & series - thanks for sharing and super landing Trent !!!!

[@REBooner30]

Insanity! These daily vlogs are awesome. Thanks for taking the time to do them.