Don't Waterski Your Airplane... or do. | The waterski talk

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[@charlesmartin1121]

Absolutely no offense to the other STOL guys channels, but what separates Trent's videos from theirs is that he tells a story each time. So even landlubbers can enjoy the content. Cheers.

[@aerykhurley8236]

Almost like one of them is a professional film maker... and the others are normal dudes with cameras.

[@charlesmartin1121]

@@aerykhurley8236 Touche mon ami.

[@alexdarcydestsimon3767]

@@charlesmartin1121 like the real French Mousquetaire !

[@DJslushy92]

Exactly. He doesn't talk doen to anyone. What a brilliant man.

[@kevinm3751]

@@aerykhurley8236 I think you are on to something...;)

[@FloridaLightSport]

My Daddy always said, “the engine doesn’t make the airplane fly, it makes it goes further”, just keep flying!

[@Pseudo-Geek]

I flew many airline flights back in the 1980s with a great pilot who had his own Citabria or Decathlon, I forget which. He decided to water ski on a glassy smooth lake. He kept lots of speed and pushed forward on the stick, but he was too prudent to push all the way forward. It worked just fine. He was hangar flying with some friends afterwards, and another pilot thought that sounded like fun. That pilot took his nice Piper Cub and went out on the same lake, but a boat had gone by and left a slight wake which disturbed the surface tension. He got out ok, but then had to explain to his insurance company why his Cub is now at the bottom of a lake. That's when I decided that it wasn't for me.

[@tsbrownie]

I did SAR for 15 years. 2 young guys tried "water skiing" and flipped the plane. We recovered 1 body right away, the other came up a decade later when the lake turned over.

[@srodigital]

Not wishing to sound like a broken record Trent, another great piece of drone footage, very entertaining. Take care and have a great holiday both of you.

[@kstricl]

The talk about engine out over water and what would you do, brought back to mind Cory Robin with his engine out in Ohio. And to Mike's video today about the successful engine out landing. I'm not a pilot myself, but I respect greatly those that have faced these situations, were able to use them as teaching moments, and continue to fly. Also greatly respect your position at the end.

[@paulsilva3346]

Not to forget that TRENT had an engine out as well.!.! Appears to me, I'm a devoted fan...

[@kstricl]

@@paulsilva3346 Yes, I remember that one as well. But, he was over land, and in an aircraft well suited to the available terrain. I don't think an engine out situation in a single engine aircraft will ever be "easy", but Trent's incident became a non incident because of his preparedness and the capabilities of his aircraft.

[@TheJustinJ]

Engine-Outs are nearly a daily occurrence for piston engines. The statistics say around 1 in flight failure, in every 3,200 hours. Keep in mind, most engines have an estimated time between overhauls of 12 years or 2,000hrs. Many people get 2500-3000hrs with proper use out of certain engines: TCM O-200, O-360, Lycoming O-235s and O-320s. They generally fail slowly. But can and will throw rods thru the block. Magnetos fail often. But there are no alternatives for certified airplanes, because FAA mandated 100-year old junk on us. And even the few certified options for ignition or FADEC cost more than a used Cessna. So, we can determine piston engines fail in flight about 50/50 between overhauls. And we also know that the FAA will continue to force this inevitable outcome on private pilots for the foreseeable future, because they take approximately 30 years to change their ways, on average. (the time it takes for the regulators to retire or die of old age). I know or have met over 20 people with off-airport landings due to engine failure, none were regarding fuel or even carb ice. Most people don't practice engine outs. And many schools and instructors, though they teach emergency landings and keep you looking for open fields, these same people fly around the airport traffic pattern way out 2 or even 3 miles downwind and fly these super long approaches that wont allow them to make the runway due to engine failure or even carb ice (which 97% of the time happens on final approach when throttle is closed to idle). Its like, stay on top of the airport. Schools have the most engine outs and half the time they end in fields or roads within a mile of airports, but they never learn.

[@Wild_Bill57]

Separate note: people should be able to take whatever risks they want, as long as it doesn’t endanger others. The government shouldn’t decide how one should live their life only that they use a minimum level of safety equipment to reduce the need for the rest of use to pay for your medical care for the rest of your life.

[@bluecow10]

Agreed

[@AkPacerPilot]

I disagree in one tiny part, it shouldn’t be risk, risk doesn’t have a victim, shouldn’t be a crime or punishable offense without a clear and decisive victim. The term risk is vague, leaves way too much for interpretation. What one might consider risk might not be a risk for another. Government should be policing anything that doesn’t have a victim and feelings butt hurt does not make you a victim.

[@alexdarcydestsimon3767]

Thing is ...make laws against pilots while thousands of people get injured in car accidents every year...

[@AkPacerPilot]

@@alexdarcydestsimon3767 personally I think government is too involved in trying to be the parent of adults… let adults do what they want so long as there is not a victim…

[@SteveCooling60]

What about the resources dispatched (and also taking some sort of risk) searching for people when they are lost being free?

[@bradalgra8088]

Flying off that Lupine runway was awesome! That drone footage is the reason you should produce a documentary on STOL flying! You're the pro. Just do it! :)

[@RustyCoon]

I’m really glad to see the conversation shift slightly to give some perspective on PERSONAL risk management. Waterskiing, low n slow flying, competition flying… all of them have similar risk profiles to so many other aviation activities. Quinn said flying single engine over a city at night - it’s a common practice, Crop Dusters fly at max gross weight, low to the ground and even under power lines on a DAILY basis, and all of this is accepted by the general population and the FAA. “Don’t judge other people” good advice, Trent. One pilot’s risk/reward scenario isn’t the same as another’s and as long as you are considering the safety of people on the ground and/or your passengers then - live and let live yo!

[@billlamerdin8828]

I was at Bocca Wednesday. Always searching the skies for the Flying Cowboys. Hope to be one someday as a WSC Trike pilot. Love your videos.

[@Raypatrick66]

It’s good that u bring this up because you know everyone is going to be curious and it’s just one of those things some can some can’t and then there’s the legality of it!! So if you tell people no they want it more so I think education is the key on most everything!! Love seeing all u guys and Quinn alway makes me laugh!:/) thx guys u rock…. Wish I had all of the experiences you have had.:-) cover your six….

[@Felix-bj9et]

Hi Trent! I noticed that your right main wheel seems to have a bit of resistance compared to the left one. When taking off, your right main wheel stopped almost immediately while you could see the left one still spinning. Also after landing, the right one sometimes locked up every so slightly. Might wanna look into it. Great videos and best wishes from Germany!

[@paulg.yarger8797]

I've seen the Right side stop Turning after Takeoff too quickly also!!!

[@jt248]

It's because of rudder for counter torque, it initiates the right brake. He talked about it in another video

[@Felix-bj9et]

Jarrett McDonald Thanks for the clarification! Didn‘t think about the link between brakes and rudder pedals but it makes entirely sense.

[@warrendemars]

Most likely it's caused by Trent stepping on the right rudder pedal a little harder to control the airplane due to P torque. As he pushes on the petal, it will add a touch of brake that stops the tire. As they spin, there is some vibration and right after takeoff you feel every vibration to make sure the engine is running and the airplane is flying correctly. Stopping the tires will immediately stop the vibration. If the vibration doesn't stop, as you expect it too, then you know something else is wrong.

[@mikeclay3926]

Your buddy, Quinton, is Owen Wilson’s twin brother!

[@Dan007UT]

Came here to see if this was mentioned lol

[@BaxterretxaB]

Why not use 122.75. The correct air to air frequency?

[@mountainfunguy5657]

Thanks for another!

[@jb5-pct]

Footage and philosophy. What makes this channel great. Thanks, Trent!

[@mustanggun]

Those that are scared to waterski, should not waterski. Those that don't waterski shouldn’t virtue signal and talk down about those that do waterski. It's hypocritical if you ask me. We're all aviators, lets support each other as a fraternity. Another great video Trent.

[@robstanton9215]

Man I love Wyoming!!! I’ve spent a lot of time all over the front range of that state and Colorado. Wyoming is wilder and far less commercialized. Be safe and have fun!!!

[@tommynikon2283]

I know that when the FAA wants to pull my ticket.....that my desire to waterski is even stronger.

[@alexdarcydestsimon3767]

You remember me of a song... "Only responsible inviduals who pay 25000 dollars can experience your speed" From another talented youtuber who goes by PSR. I'll try to find a link kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXXMhYOMnpZ8oLc

[@jamesburns2232]

The FAA has a hard on for busting recreational pilots. 😯

[@james1795]

@Tommy. First things first. You have no ticket. Untill you learn how to fly.

[@mrbmp09]

I've called Bullshit on the hydroplaning formula for years. (Sq root of tire pressure x 8.6) My pickup truck tires are rated at 80 psi. Sq. Root of 80 is 8.944 8.944x 8.6 = 77 mph!!!! So I'm perfectly safe to drive on flooded roads at 76 mph? Bullshit.

[@pnwnative4465]

😂😂😂

[@radioace318la]

I never understood the desire to ski your plane.

[@guyguthrie3236]

Good to see the mighty Quinn again. As always very entertaining drone video. Can't wait for next post of camping/fishing trip with Hailey. Haven't seen Nick or Ty in awhile either?

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

A better formula for waterskiing forces would be to equate the tires to a boat hull's planing speed, because hydroplaning tires on the ground are using different physics. They're compressing a thin layer of water against a solid surface, whereas waterskiing aircraft and boats are planing on water with nothing beneath it...the two couldn't be further from each other. It's sort of like comparing an ekranoplan to a jet when determining stall speeds, two completely different things. Maybe something like Crouch's planing speed formula? I'm not much of a boat guy so I can't really say if that's the right calculation to use. Maybe there's a more accurate formula if one were to look at the math involved with the explanation of skipping stones. Tire surface area is small relative to weight even with tundra tires, but they're only supporting the weight you're intentionally pushing down into the water...so really they're probably not countering all that much force.

[@MrToddsCorner]

Another great video Trent. Great subject to. Really like all the input from all of you. At the end you hit the nail on the head - if done with respect for others and it's fun, leave',m alone.

[@edwardtuijl7517]

Great flying footage, thanks

[@SoloRenegade]

it's legal to fly beyond glide distance of shore. What will an airliner do if they lose an engine at 30k ft halfway across the Atlantic and can't glide to shore? Maybe we should ask the FAA about Sully on the Hudson?

[@747Max]

I noticed in your listing of "RISKs" you failed to mention the risk of receiving a violation of FAR 91.13 by an overly enthusiastic FAA Inspector . Just because you received a warning letter doesn't mean that the next guy won't receive a notice of suspension. The good news is all they will need to do is convince an NTSB Law Judge how the following was not a careless or reckless operation: - Operating an aircraft from/on a surface it's not approved for. - How they are able to operate an aircraft on the surface of the water (probably) without a single engine sea rating. - If in fact that aircraft had flipped in the water, how the introduction of probably 15-20 gals. of fuel would not endanger the quality of that body of water. While I'm sure it's fun to waterski an airplane, the more videos that get posted of it happening will draw the attention of various "enforcement personnel" thus turning someone's fun into a protracted legal hassle.

[@danjones7876]

federal overinforcement has a chilling effect on entertainment.

[@glevideo]

In my youth, shortly after I learned to barefoot ski we tried to see how slow we could go before we went kerplunk. I was able to barefoot down to just about 36 MPH. Most barefooting is done at around 38 to 40 MPH. The arch and heel of one's foot (and could even do it on just one foot) is a very tiny surface to skim on the surface of the water at that speed. There is no way that an airplane with large balloon tires is going to sink through the surface of the water at 35 MPH or slightly slower. I'll bet they would continue to ski even down to 30 MPH.

[@james1795]

@glevideo. So? You have clown feet. What does that have to do with the price of eggs. Besides airplanes don't have feet. Although some do have snow skies.

[@carnagefpv8256]

@@james1795 is that you Joe Biden?

[@aileronsintowind6835]

@@james1795 someone failed physics and how the effects of surface area on water yields different results huh .

[@james1795]

@@aileronsintowind6835. Sorry about your mistake.

[@fordemon835]

Hey Trent thanks for inspiring me to get up and go do my discovery flight I went and flew today for the first time in a small plane and being behind the controls what an experience I'm completely hooked looking how to get back in the air the moment the wheels touched down.

[@Bobm-kz5gp]

Why be stupid? Taking a chance of ruining a nice aircraft? Out in the wilderness, miles from help. Unnecessary risk, think about your family, loved ones, an on an on an on. Aeronautic decision making, yes! Don’t water ski your airplane. Thoughts from a 10 year Army Huey pilot and a 3 year medivac pilot. 43 years of flying and no accidents and no one has had to risk their life to rescue me.

[@paulsilva3346]

Did I hear Juan Browne say Truckee Airshow this weekend..? Blancolario is out and about,...

[@SoloRenegade]

waterskiing to a short off airport landing such as in Alaska? valid landing technique, if you know how to do it.

[@LTVoyager]

Unfortunately, the risks we each agree to take on do affect others … through both insurance costs and additional regulation. If a couple of accidents happen while waterskiing an airplane, we will get hit with both more regulations and higher insurance costs. It would be nice if what we did only affected us, but that isn’t the case in aviation today.

[@HiTechRob]

The new version of the Sporty's electronic E6B now calculates hydroplaning. LOL!

[@bobbyhaynes5116]

Love watching your videos Trent, I think learning how to ski the plane would be a needed skill just for the chance of a needed water landing. I have to get my license.

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

I dunno how much it would help in the average tricycle gear GA aircraft, the tires are too small to be effective for very long, and you're going to stall a lot sooner than a bush plane would. The two options here are a) water ski on the mains until your wheels sink in the water below stall speed and nose you over, b) hold it inches over the water and bellyflop into the water below stall speed. You end up going in the water at roughly the same speed, but would having some vertical speed during that time help to prevent nosing over? Plowing the gear deeper into the water might get the fuselage flat against the water, preventing a nose over by slowing you down faster. It's not really something one could quantify, but I have seen several water landings with fixed tricycle gear that didn't end up nosing over. There's a really popular video of a Cessna 206 in Hawaii landing in the ocean, it's a good example of that. If you have retracts, the best choice is to keep them up and hopefully skip over the water to a stop.

[@bobbyhaynes5116]

@@Skinflaps_Meatslapper I was mainly referring to a bush plane. Honestly without retracts on a tricycle landing gear I think I would try landing in a nose up, and try to flare the plane just at stall speed, trying to stink the rear gear and settling the nose in... I am sure it would be a rough landing no matter what what you did. And I would expect regardless lto be upside down.... now with that being said, know that I am not a pilot, and my only flight experiences are with RC planes. I am merely making my observation and thoughts based on my limited knowledge of flight.... I do not advise anyone taking my advice... more skilled pilots I am sure have better ideas.

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

@@bobbyhaynes5116 There's really no good way to land a fixed gear on water...sometimes you just luck out and stay upright, because everything is working against you no matter how you approach it.

[@michaelputz4694]

Trent.. you're awesome dude! I love watching you guys fly and I love that you realize you influence people and are responsible about it. Your disclaimer is spot on and people need to take responsibility for their own actions. If you can't set your own limits then you shouldn't be flying. I've never flown anything less than 1300 lbs and I have no experience landing where you guys go. But I love watching it, love the freedom, and love the beauty of it all. Keep on going, enjoy life, and give Hailey a hug... Life is good. :-)

[@Avi8tor857]

What the hydroplane equation gives you is a speed at which it takes extra force to push through the boundary layer, the depth of the water has very little to do with it (go watch people who hydroplane ATVs across lakes, which btw is probably more dangerous than doing it in a kitfox). So if you are in a hydroplane mode yes you are flying but it takes more than the weight of the airplane to break the boundary layer. So yes you can ski below hydroplane speed but it is far easier to dip in.

[@belladonnaciao]

Do y'all ever have issues with the FAA for using "Fingers" (a designated flight testing frequency) for air to air chatting? I know I've heard of pilots getting busted for it in the past.

[@AkPacerPilot]

Yes actually, warnings do happen, and when you are in an area where flight testing is occurring they will make you aware. Probably doesn’t happen often due to there not being widespread constant flight testing… For whatever reason no one seems to want to use the legal frequency for air to air… 122.75

[@daemn42]

@@AkPacerPilot Cept even 122.75 is designated for necessary use only, not chatting. There is no frequency designated for that purpose.

[@AkPacerPilot]

@@daemn42 true, but it does specifically mention communications necessary for safe formation flights.

[@ushouldntjudgeme3683]

@@daemn42 Trent keeps pushing the FAA around and yet he, in perfect Flying Cowboy form pushes right back.

[@daemn42]

@@ushouldntjudgeme3683 FWIW, this issue really doesn't have anything to do with the FAA, but the FCC.

[@OldPackMule]

Hey Trent!! You might want to check your brakes and wheel bearings. Your right wheel is dragging to a stop WAY too soon after you lift off.

[@GC987]

Could well be. Looks like a noticeable difference - particularly at 10:45. Good spot #OldPackMule

[@davepalmer8925]

Trent your a wicked film maker kick ass pilot and seem like just plane good people. As long as your posting ill be watching and learning. It was years i didnt fly then a few years ago i met your channel and the fire was light again. I now have a bushplane in my hanger and its mostly your fault . Thanks for that brother.

[@Raypatrick66]

He does definitely inspire glad you’re out there brother cover your six

[@sizzelot]

if you want to learn water ski, how you supposed to do it if you cant have passenger?

[@markbrown4442]

Well said, mate. Risk is a personal thing to be managed on an individual basis. It is NOT to be handed down by some social media campaign. Good onya mate, from Australia

[@jonathanhall7903]

Water skiing in a plane should have its own term. Say..."Planing." How 'bout that? Planing. If the "planing" term catches on, I would like full credits and a free Trent Palmer t-shirt of sorts. That is all.

[@lowflyer2964]

I’m missing you boys!! Life gets busy!! I’ll see you guys at the High Sierra Fly in🤙🏼

[@SmittySmithsonite]

"Amateur hour", lol - hardly, brother! Your footage is at the top of the pack! Great footage and discussion as always. Great to see everyone together again! Time flies - it definitely takes effort to make it happen. 👍

[@FlywithMagnar]

IF - THEN, yes this is the best way to prepare yourself for the unthinkable.

[@adriangpop]

FYI That formula 9xsqrt of tire pressure used to be one of the most asked questions in UK airline interviews during the 70s & 80s. The origin is to be found in “Handling the big jets” by D.P Davies. The majority of Airline interview questions came from this book. Keep up the good work & helping an old aviator live vicariously.

[@GaryLaaks1]

Enjoy your camping trip with the mrs. Love this channel.

[@jimg163]

Awesome video, I am getting the bug to build a Kitfox or KFA. Keep up promoting aviation in a great way, thanks again Trent!

[@iamnotathome01]

Hi Trent. I enjoy watching your flying and your videography of it. Noticed your right wheel stops immediately after leaving the ground but the left wheel continues to spin for short while. Is this normal or is the right brake dragging or are the right wheel bearings dry? Cheers!

[@rumbear1]

Always good content TP! The waterski debate grows tiresome. Pontificators abound. As that great philosopher Yoda said "do or do not.there is no try". Not everyone can be a Jedi or the Sketchiest pilot ..... ;-)

[@rorytippett8345]

I was taught if your engine quits in a fixed wing. Turn your watch. Because u have time to figure stuff out. Because u then become a glider especially if u are high enough

[@Kujjiman]

Is there any risk mitigation brought to us by ✨SquareSpace✨ ?

[@DaleBoyce2012]

Hey Trent, great video! Any idea why the right wheel is stopping as soon as the weight comes off? The left wheel is spinning free.

[@brentdykgraaf184]

Wannabe pilot....but agricultural guy 100 % ... tire size... pressure ... plys..make a HUGE difference .. roller skates made me laugh. Outer diameter makes the biggest. Width next..

[@jjohnson1667]

Maul Guy on KZbin talked about this extensively on one of his latest videos. He doesn’t do it and only uses water when landing at bars. It just adds additional risk just to look ‘cool’ when skiing. If the engine does quit while your waterskiing, you’re basically up-the-creek, or in this, case in-the-creek. Just not worth it.

[@stevet8121]

Water ski or don't water ski, that's why Trent named it the Freedom Fox.

[@HuckThis1971]

Flying is high risk to begin with. Doesn't take much to take an aircraft down. It takes multiple factors. Those factors can add up very quickly. I've always wondered if people flying low along a river bed in a valley may come face to face with someone doing the actual same thing in the opposite direction.

[@coolcarbon4709]

Another great video Trent. Love your laid-back style imparting well balanced info for all.

[@brentdykgraaf184]

Hey....personal risk assement....everyone does it...to some extent... Hey... I drive 14 miles to work every morning. 3 vehicles driven by sleepy heads....6 by hungovers...20 texting not looking out windshield. .....and we are at the same altitude...Why I sold the goldwing.....

[@TheJustinJ]

Ive never done this, swear it...But I know OF people who have gone out woth their big-tire bush planes and touched the backs of running herds of antelope in the plains, either WY or MT or ND, cant remember where this person said it had been done... Count me out, fences are common and impossible to see from 5 feet up.

[@msmeyersmd8]

My Dad got his USAF 1953 Primary Pilot Training in a T-6. SOP training for Engine Failure in IFR, at Night or over Unsuitable Terrain for off field landing was to Bail Out. Ironically, the only single engine failure he had was just after a morning VFR solo take-off. At a contract school in Moultrie GA owned and operated by Bevo Howard. He landed successfully, unscathed, in a shallow swamp covered in mud. He sat on the wingtip, above water, until the rescue boat showed up. He flew his afternoon training sortie. "Back on the horse."

[@adriangpop]

One thing to consider is the water temperature. Many years ago whilst doing my advanced (BSAC) scuba test, on of the requirements is to remove your mask at 20m depth. I opted to have it ripped off when I leased expected it (as would happen IRL). The water temperature was 4°C, the shock was the temperature change from a nice warm mask to ambient water, I couldn’t catch my breath even though I had a regulator in my mouth, it probably to 10-15 seconds to compose myself. I was wearing a toasty dry suit at the time. Ihink Lake Tahoe in March would be challenging.

[@natebell5026]

Quinn: “flying at night single engine over a big city, I’m terrified” Me(working on night XC in PHX for PPL) 👁️👄👁️ I guess I’m terrified now

[@WTDoorley]

My Dad flew an L-5 in Burma in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He told me he would "waterski" (though he didn't call it that) on the Irrawaddy River. He was probably glad I didn't try it with our 182.

[@sandman4198]

Okay, I admit it....I went and searched for Lake Tahoe Waterski Video.....I was not disappointed WOW!!!!!

[@ik04]

122.750 is the standard fixed wing air-to-air frequency, but go ahead use the cool guy five fingers. 6050.32B Ch. 1

[@stateofmind9745]

I can't wait to finish & get my private pilot license & buy me a KFox bruhh.. Your content is ❤‍🔥🔥 Trent. Much love from Namibia.

[@MikePetrucci]

What video are you feeding your PFD with around 11:22? A GoPro mounted can display directly on screen? Love to see more about that.

[@markgutekunstdc2516]

I'd be curious as to Trents Liability Exposure from his insurance companies perspective. Does "waterskiing" fall under aerobatics? Does he have coverage for that activity. What about off-field landings. These landings go way beyond an improved and maintained grass runway? Does insurance cover all that? I know insurance is pretty tight on whats covered and not. I know recently when I bought my first RG aircraft that isurance want to almost want me to supply a blood sample to get the insurance and they were very strict on where to land/not land (paved runway vs unpaved runways). I am not pointying fingers. Just curious. I believe we should have the freedom to fly but I also no the realities of insurance liability, cost, coverage and risk assessment.

[@bernardc2553]

DAMN TRENT BOOM don't judge OBTW risk when ya get outta bed what if I forgot I was on the top bunk rolled over to get out & yeehaw Pow !! oh. Crap that left a mark!

[@pilotpeego1820]

That was some cool drone footage. Well done sir!

[@robmarykunzig5533]

Trent - Oshkosh 2022, will you be there? Monday and Monday night likely for myself and son. Hoping we might meet you.

[@MrFreddyjack]

To carry on to what Trent said about knowing how to get out of your airplane safely once your upside down… lifejackets are a great idea to keep for each passenger. It’s not that easy to swim with a sweatshirt in jeans in 40° water right after you are coming off an adrenaline high.

[@phatboizbackyardkustomz9006]

Rule#1 don't ever blow a life jacket inside an aircraft or you will go to the bottom with it! HUET training 101

[@silasmarner7586]

The FAA needs to eff the eff off. Furthermore these guys are proficient and exercise sound judgement. Thanks Trent and Co. Now about that music.......

[@Kalimerakis]

Why are there no bush-tires with tread? More often than not you are skidding and sliding when landing off-piste, I understand agressive, mx-style knobbies might become a problem in cross-wind landings but its a long way between those and slicks. They are bush tires after all, thats where they should excel and improve landing performance.

[@jrvanwhy]

Tread tends to pick up rocks and throw them at the wing/fuselage/tail, causing damage.

[@aerocorby]

"I hate the lake Tahoe video" dude I LOVE that Tahoe video😆, filmed from a helicopter to boot? №☝🏻 video ever made HAHAHA badass

[@RECK_Adventures]

I hate these kind of discussions, and I hate when people like you get in trouble for things like this. It's like doing wheelies on an empty road for me. No harm done there, I have never crashed one or harmed anyone by doing it, but I have gotten a ticket for it.

[@harrisjeff]

Looks like two of your friends were wearing Garmin InReach Mini satellite SOS devices. Smart choice, I'm enjoying mine for remote hiking with my wife

[@TRabbit1970]

Another factor: Downstream vs. upstream when skiing in a river. You lose ground speed downstream equivalent to the flow rate of the water.

[@boon197999]

Last I checked, we are protected by our unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As long as we are not putting someone else in unknown danger.. who cares? Drink your beer and hush, Karen!

[@exrobowidow1617]

Those purple flowers are Lupines! In Texas, they call them Bluebonnets, but there they bloomed months ago. You were landing in some type of bush lupine. That's a nice shot at kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpK5oIaaqbahhcU

[@jbl7092]

Definitely not judging other people (I race superbikes), but just because you see one guy get away with something risky on KZbin doesn't mean you'll get away with it too.

[@skyboys9814]

Hello Trent, I'm living in eastern Washington and I have no idea if your brother would be interested in his own Duster airstrip , but there's one available for sale in Tekoa washington, 2 years on the market. Looks like a great deal to be had for a duster pilot.. Just a thought to ponder. Fly on and be happy dude.

[@scottmorrison9149]

Then there is the possibility of enormous cost of retrieval and repair (if worth it) of a waterlogged aircraft. Why don't you guys talk about that? You guys are obviously loaded. Good for you.

[@MarekKnappe]

It's a bit sad that you always need to explain to mitigate hate-ratio :) Great content mate, you made me wishing to go to Alaska and get some good off-airport training

[@gtr1952]

I agree 100%. It does seem though that talking about it, and recording it is just like poking the 'lion'. 8( JMHO --gary

[@Dave-kq7gv]

this guy is clearly giving bad advice & full of beans: ALWAYS do a risk assessment before going to bed. I've been sleeping on the floor of my basement for years & have yet to fall down

[@jimmyjackman9215]

1:57 T: You guys think I should do a pass first or just land? Everyone: Land! LMAO

[@fmh357]

I agree with you totally, "but" in a world of whiny babies who want to tell you how to live your life by their own faint hearted and dare I say cowardly POV you're always going to run into some Karen or Ken who wants to make solutions to others' perceived problems. An inconvenience to others although they aren't even remotely affected.

[@craigsanders6925]

Barefoot skiers formula is weight divided by 10 + 20MPH

[@alanverity341]

Castrol aerobatic display team in South Africa do it with AT6 Texan (Harvard) aircraft

[@Fred-rv2tu]

You’re not allowed to make a code in Wyoming. I don’t need you encouraging people to come crowd up my mountains. (Joking, have fun)

[@markbrown4442]

BTW, your drone footage shows real promise. A little work and you could go pro. Pm me for a contact. I know a guy. 😉

[@ushouldntjudgeme3683]

ATTENTION FAA: Trent is promoting more dangerous flying

[@h.w.2038]

Literally just crashed my DJI inspire 2.. 1 hour ago..

[@MS-nj9le]

While he was jabber jawing into a mike whether one should water ski or not, Choppergirl just did it while flying under a bridge and is coming back around to actually do something worth seeing. Most of these guys couldn't handle an outside loop under a bridge water skiing the top tail of the rudder.... if she can spear a fish with the pito tube, it's a win.. if not.. it's a go around for a second try.

[@didierneeferc]

Waterskiing always looks awesome tho!!! and it sounds and looks like so much fun!!!

[@dougbourdo2589]

Spot on Trent. These words can be applied to almost any area of participation. Be well Sir. .....Oh, and impressive drone footage.