The Birth of The MONSTER CUB

Congrats to Baja Joe and Monte, its one beautiful plane you guys have built!
Be my wing man and join in the adventure: goo.gl/sW5J5o
Grab our new Mountain Pilot hat and more at: www.TrentPalme...
For more of my adventures follow me on instagram: / trentonpalmer
Facebook: / pilottrentpalmer
Music:
Song 1 (short montage section): Falling Rain
by: Virgil Arles
Song 2: Let The New Begin
by: Chptrs
Licensed by Music Bed
Get a free trial of the best music for your videos: share.mscbd.fm/...
The Gear I used for this video:
Fuji X-T3 - amzn.to/2EE3WU7
My on camera mic - goo.gl/GNsHF6
The Gimbal/Stabilizer I use: amzn.to/2HFXYl3
#BushPlane #SuperCub #MonsterCub

[@Petunia31]

Doing stories like this, of pilots and/or planes, from time to time would be awesome, and another good way to potentially spark that (internally combusted) flame in viewers. Could be a cool addition to the channel.

[@invisiblebike99]

I agree with this statement 100%.

[@jacksoncollins7776]

Well said RG

[@TrentonPalmer]

I had a lot of fun making this one so I may try to make it a more common thing on this channel 👍🏻

[@gnahapet]

Well said and 100% agree. Was one of my first thoughts! I was also hoping for Trent to say something at the end narrator style. Great work, Trent!

[@Dangus35]

@@TrentonPalmer please freaking do... this was great. I really enjoyed seeing how happy this dude was and the affect that flying/building had on him. would love to see that for more people.

[@amillerhighlife]

I am a big, tough, burly, hairy, man’s man and I may have cried a little. This made me remember my first solo 25 years ago. Fantastic documentary.

[@TrentonPalmer]

It’s funny because when editing something I am normally too close to have anything get to me but after stepping away from the computer for a day I did one final watch before exporting the video and it even got me a little. Joe and Monte did such and awesome job on the plane and Joe told the story really well, this was a super fun one to make!

[@bobshaw4063]

@@TrentonPalmer How is Nikk's plane coming along & has he applied to to the FAA to get his medical clearance back to fly again if it's required to fly experimental aircraft ? How is Nikk doing physically ? Is he still wearing two cast boots &n using his nice power chair ?

[@meals24u]

Aaron Miller WELL, I’m glad I’m not the only one soft over here haha.. I guess my 6” beard doesn’t mean much when it comes to watching these stories.. Something about it..

[@williamdistel2661]

You're not alone mate.

[@sundancer4426]

@@TrentonPalmer Please check your FB once in awhile...

[@travisminneapolis]

I think everyone watching CHEERED that moment he took off for the first time. +1 Trent!

[@cruiserdog9913]

I was getting into the story so much, I almost forgot who's video I was watching.

[@michaelb.8953]

I can also attest to that as I got sucked right in and lost track of time.

[@TrentonPalmer]

Awesome! Glad to hear it resonated with you, I thought it was a pretty incredible story

[@scottboyer8450]

@@TrentonPalmer Please do more videos like this Trent. So many amazing people in aviation with amazing stories to tell and your channel can bring them to us. Thanks for another top notch production!

[@Veteran_Aviator]

Same. It would be awesome for Trent to keep that up

[@JoshuaRichards2010]

Might want to consider launching an additional channel just for stories like this if it turns into a thing. I like it!

[@fredflinstone1093]

When I was a little kid, I spent 7 or 8 years of weekends at the general aviation airport with my father rebuilding his 1946 J3 cub from the frame up. I will never forget the first day he took me up in it. Watching this video brought tears of joy to my eyes. Congratulations on a great project and an incredible achievement !!!

[@57eleven1]

Trent Palmer, will one day produce a major motion picture. It’s coming! This is fantastic

[@normk5761]

Clapped and cheered at 5 in the morning. Now THAT’S a great video!

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Norm! 🙏🏻

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

A great restoration aircraft story that really doesn’t show just how difficult and labor intensive this project really was for him. The fact that this aircraft changed hands so many times is a testament of how many people tried and gave up after realizing just how many man hours it takes for a projects of this magnitude. Then he mods the airframe too. Wow what a great story. I’m surprised he didn’t know the bolt thread requirement??

[@jimcripps3612]

It seems to my somewhat jaded mind that it all depends on the actual Inspector that you get . Some of then have Bees in their Bonnets over certain requirements. I had one who didn't like my stainless steel turnbuckles and argued that I should use the brass type. Durr! . Regards Jim in NI UK

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

Jim Cripps - you are correct that different inspectors have different backgrounds and lean heavy on different items but the three thread rule is automatic failure here. I wouldn’t feel safe flying an aircraft with a bolt on the engine with less only because of vibrations. A structural bolt if it was close between 2 - 3 threads maybe not so much. Then i would see if it was a fiber or metal locking nut and if the bolt was going to be remover all the time for inspections but as a rule three threads. I was surprised they were able to obtain these bolts and the low profile but so quickly to complete the first flight. Damm good friends and a lot of spare hardware!!

[@blancolirio]

Great documentary and catching it on the big day. PA-12-great airframe. So Much Work to building any plane....

[@walterbenson5275]

Goose bumps for us old guys, do it again Palmer!!!

[@d3vast8n]

I love the sense of community around this project. Great big smiles on everyone's faces were priceless!

[@erik.albrecht]

You have to love watching hard work pay off! So happy to see an old bird get new wings!

[@user-vz4rb6rg2f]

Thank you 늘 건강하십시요 FROM South KOREA

[@danielwillets2346]

This is what we need more of in general aviation. Labors of love like this.

[@charlesreid9337]

i thought this would be another "rich guy pays people to build him a toy" video and rolled my eyes. Then i watched it and seeing these guys all come together and him to build his baby made my heart smile :)

[@donaldvojtush2013]

great event to watch. I can only imagine what Joe felt like in that flight. Congrats Joe!!

[@cheekcj]

Proud of you Uncle Joe and Monty ! You guys made it happen with all the countless hours of meticulous work. Job well done!

[@KDAero]

Hey, your vids are best! We are watching your channel from Russia. General aviation is still in its infancy here. We are doing our best to inspire more people, to promote flying by running our own youtube channel and our own airfield. And you show us what to strive for. Keep up good work! From Russia with Love!

[@MindsetMastery75]

Rooskie

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks so much!

[@johnfife3062]

Such a great aviation tradition in Russia -- if only our governments can get out of the way, we'll have a lot of fun flying together!

[@KDAero]

@@johnfife3062 Making new friends can make a difference in the world!

[@michaelrice500]

You'll get there; chin up brother!

[@kwittnebel]

Yeah. It is all about the people and the application of planning, sustained skill and effort to overcome problems and achieve real world technical goals. Those ingredients will always make for a good story.

[@Michael_Scott_Howard]

The male equivalent of a 4 year gestation and giving birth. What a beautiful moment, congratulations to the builder/pilot.👍👍

[@mayorstoner3459]

What an inspiration. Congratulations to Joe and Monte. I bet there was a tear or two up there.

[@rexgialla1970]

What a great feeling you transfer to us, very emotional clip ! I was deep inside , thank you Trent

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Alfiere! Glad you enjoyed it

[@pactube61]

im happy that you are up loading a Lot more frequently i dont care if its 5 minutes im allways happy watching your videos

[@gerritdykgraaf2570]

PacTube , I so agree with you!! I too was having Trent withdrawals!! Geeesh, this last Vlog was the bomb tho!! Hope Trent keeps them coming from here on out!! Like you said,,,, even if they are short ones!!🤠

[@johnnydrac]

Huge moment and what a milestone for ole Baja Joe and Monte :) GREAT WORK!!!!

[@nelsonashbrook765]

Your editing and video footage is exceptional Trent. Very well done on all of your videos. Keep em coming!

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Nelson! 🙏🏻

[@jeremykendrick8959]

I want to build my own Kitfox but my wife Cess-na!

[@TrentonPalmer]

🤣 that’s too good

[@durrellhorst22]

Pun intended , I like it 😀

[@rconger24]

But you are set! Now you have an excuse to buy a Cessna!

[@meals24u]

Jeremy Kendrick 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BenA-bu1cz]

Get one for her and one for you........happy building and flying!!!

[@BoB4jjjjs]

Excellent, go fly Baba Joe and stay safe and have good landings. Enjoy your aircraft you brought back to life.

[@chrispy104k]

Ah, such a great story. Getting a project completed and being able to use it...... it's a great feeling and you can see the joy in his face. Wonderful.

[@gregveinote258]

Great job, I've been lucky enough to build Cubs with my Dad for 40 years. Very emotional to fly something you've built. Thanks for letting people understand a little more impact, flying has our lifestyle. Fly Safe, but don't be afraid to enjoy!

[@williamdistel2661]

Wow, what a video! Big man's smile just before he took the first flight said it all! When he said it's like my first solo at 16... that's why we fly right there. Thanks for sharing.

[@markfreemyer3339]

Great video , you totally nailed it Trent , music was perfect when she was airborne , made me well up . Thanks Trent

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Mark!

[@xsbuilder1]

That is one very nice Super Cruiser! I have a long term love of those vintage 3 place Cubs and that one is the absolute best restomod I have seen.

[@Bodhi594]

Dude, when the plane took off I got emotional. LOL I was so happy for this guy. Plus your music made it emotional. Damn you Trent!! Lol

[@microwaveguys]

Excellent Film Package, your craft shows it's all about the story~ a victorious day for a single man journey, climbing the mountain !!

[@ericcurry1119]

You Sir are a man's man! Rebuilding vintage aircraft to fly in the wilderness. Hell, I only take photos of planes for a living and admire your life choices of flying and restoring em. What a beautiful piece of machinery. Have you named her? It's inspiring to see that cadre of guys all being so stoked about a restoration job well done. Teamwork. Friends.

[@tachion100]

Great videoo! It was very exciting for me becouse in a few weeks we have the last inspection of our PA12 that we rebuilt with my dad. Love your videos, a hug from Argentina

[@TrentonPalmer]

Awesome! Then this was perfect timing for you! Hope all goes well with your Pa12!

[@charlesreid9337]

You're the one who inspired me to buy my avid and get my license (im still working on that the past 2 years have hammered me financially). Please dont stop flying and making videos. Youre an inspiration for a LOT of people who never thought they could fly..

[@tomcoryell]

Well produced Trent! It’s nice seeing a beat up barn find get a new life.

[@Dave-hc6pp]

I’ve watched every one of your videos and this one was your best yet. They’re all good and keep getting better but this one, this one took me there. I’ve got Stage IV prostate cancer and a few other health issues so I can’t get around like I used to but I find myself living vicariously through you and your friends. I flew and had 40 hours but scared myself so bad trying to crab into the wind one day that I gave it up and decided to ride motorcycles instead. I never lost my love of flying and my daughter is a multi-engine jet pilot. I’m looking forward to your next video. Thank you for posting these.

[@gerritdykgraaf2570]

Trent, You knocked it otta the park!! What a nice video/story!! Wow You can do some more of this type stuff!! Very aaaaw inspiring to say the least!! Job well done bud!! Fly Low,,, Fly Safe,,, G - Man

[@alainvanlanduyt2604]

A superb video of great people and of their fantastic work. Congratulations to all!

[@coreymalhiot2796]

I don't think you could meet another guy who is more knowledgable about their own plane! Incredible workmanship to rebuild that old frame. Enjoy flying that MONSTER!

[@parttimeandy854]

Awesome video Trent! Joe’s friends and family are going to love this and it is a great tribute to him.

[@Levi_Allen]

I’m not crying... you are

[@TrentonPalmer]

I just have something in my eye... both eyes... 😜

Probably sperm.

[@Jonnydeerhunter]

That's so awesome! :) Couldn't stop smiling from the avionics master on!

[@MsRandiCook]

Fantastic video Trent! The smiles were everywhere! 😊

[@davidrobins4025]

I love the intro music on this video. Monster sound for a monster Cub.

[@budrohammbone2806]

Very Nice Interview Technique Mr. Palmer, it made for an Excellent Vid. Your New (to Me) We hope to see other interesting interviews. Thank You !

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@lvsqcsl]

Man, another Trent Palmer video! I feel I have hit the jackpot!

[@ghost19144]

Thank you, Trent I haven’t yet obtained my license but watching Baja Jo achieve his dream is truly inspiring so again, Thank you and Keep doing what your doin, inspiring the next generation of pilots.

[@slamsshenanigans2296]

Congrats Joe and Monty!! Great story and effort by all!

[@aaronstrom16]

this is the most amazing flying story ive ever seen. All i dream about is flying and getting into my own kit fox or carbon cub. Im nearly 40 years old and im gonna do it all because of you, mike, cory and jonas. I love watching you guys and im so excited to take on aviation. thank you so much.

[@Ricky_kim3]

09/09/19 my solo date, hard to recreate but times like these just remind you of why you started flying and how far you've come

[@markdoan1472]

Yup .. love building stories on back country planes .. a bit different having Trent doing such a documentary ... but don't seem to matter what he produces .. Its great stuff

[@s3hel]

Wow, great video Trent! Beautifully done. Congratulations to Joe and Monte! What a nice way to tell their story.

[@ralphmittman9530]

Great job Trent. You show your skill as a talented and skilled story teller in video. Only 7 minutes, but you allowed me to feel like I was emotionally involved in the entire 4 year project. Keep up your contributions in this space....

[@GaryLaaks1]

Well done on the mamoth project. My late dad taught me that the more effort and sweat you put into it, the sweeter the reward. Looking at that smile confirms dads life lesson. Enjoy the Cub. We only live once or we only die once. The choice is yours. Regards from South Africa.

[@granadagcc3058]

Really a beautiful thing to see people apply a multitude of skills to create machinery that defy gravity and endures into a dream that inspires so many. - Fly the Dream!

[@mfmg1000]

Nice work Trent. This is a great story. Really enjoyed your interview with Joe and the way we could see the joy this project has brought him. 4 years work? I can’t imagine how good it felt for him to get in the air. Thank you for putting in the work to share this story.

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks man!

[@billpotterbladepitchfilms2716]

Dude, Trent this was 100% top shelf work! The moment those wheels left the ground I got serious chills. I agree with others on here, you could totally (and should) create a story series to allow pilots to tell their stories. This was an amazingly inspirational video! If you're looking to increase interest in GA, this is the way!

[@gliderpilot8882]

Simply AWESOME !!! Trent, you rock!

[@upstatedroneteam6649]

Fantastic video!!! My heart was pounding at the end. THIS is what aviation is all about. Thank YOU for making and sharing. Billy James - Beringer Aero USA

[@justachipn3039]

Great Story Trent... hook'm up with a fat tail wheel ;) I'll make sure Im flying in the here after... always had a passion to fly...

[@challenger604pilot]

I was cheering when it broke the steely bonds of gravity. Hope to see that on the Low and Slow to Oshkosh!!

[@odoutortiago]

Oh, boy... gotta tell you... wouldn’t be crying here if the aviator was a regular guy... but to see an elder ‘s man dream come true... that’s a blast! Congratulations, mr. Palmer, on another great video...

[@mrkoolaidman5975]

And that boys and girls is why pilots LOVE flying its a family.. Congrats Joe keep the blue side up! And green side down..

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

Congrats Joe! All the work and anticipation building up to that first flight and then finally taking off, solo. Just man and machine. Powerful stuff. Trent, would love to see more stuff like this as well.

[@moretrash4you]

Excellent video, and a beautiful restoration. Well done 👍👍

[@Kevin_747]

Love PA12's. Nice job, takes perseverance to build an airplane.

[@eddiex72]

What a great story. Hard to believe you could bring so much emotion and share this story in such a short time frame. Would love to see more like this.

[@stevek7649]

Always great to see a forgotten aircraft returned to flying status. It takes such dedication and substantial financial resources to resurrect an airframe found in that condition and return it again to it’s rightful place in the sky and do it even better than the good folks at Piper did back in the day. Great video Trent. Congrats guys and enjoy every flight.👍

[@ricksred7]

Great video! I’m not even a pilot and that gave me chills!!

[@ColeAviation]

Those MT propellers are like putting a super charger on a Cub. 😁👍🏼 Awesome job & congratulations Joe!!!

[@g-rod5199]

THis is awesome, I absolutely love haring the stories of birth of built aircraft! Great job Joe and editing and documenting Trent!

[@Utahforrest]

So awesome. Must be an incredible feeling to put in all that hard work and then fly it!

[@johnbolin7098]

Beautiful airplane , awesome story....and excellent videography. I couldn't help but smile for Baja Joe.

[@johnwebber2471]

Hey Trent... Thanks for creating all of your vids, they're a a pleasure to watch and ride along with you. Keep them coming.

[@timmorris3056]

Awesome Succes, Great Job!!! I grew up at the same private airstrip to Mark Vangrunsen, a relative to the RV designer. He was building an RV6 in his basement, and I remember him counting the exposed threads on the bolts after the nyloc nuts. At that time he said the inspector requires to see 2 threads, now your inspector wants 3, interesting.......I think I'd rather have 2 and be able to use a nyloc nut than 3 with just a standard nut, but I'm sure there's more to the process.

[@wadesaxton6079]

All the airframe nuts need to be locking. Normal or low profile nylock, steel lock or pinned. I’m really surprised they got to final inspection without someone noticing and donating tham a copy 43.13 to read.

[@zynera]

These videos are what drive me to keep at it though thick and thin. Keep 'em up!! I really appreciate it as I'm sure many others do too.

[@tray22]

That three point landing was beautiful. Amazing story and great production.

[@Andykev]

These are the best stories, human triumph, we can all share the beauty and joy of all his hard work coming to furituion. Well done!

[@camarosteve312]

Awesome job! Both the plane and the Documentary!

[@jannepeltonen2036]

I wonder how it feels like to complete something, after building it for so long. Last summer, my wife's uncle got to sail a wooden cat he'd been building for 40 years. Thanks for this awesome story!

[@markwelton6501]

Trent you truly are an awesome presenter. Loved seeing the Monster Cub and meeting Baja Joe! Thank you.

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Mark!

[@fudogwhisperer3590]

When I had my cessna 172 engine rebuilt, as far as I can remember, we seated the rings by running the engine up to temp several times and letting it cool down on the ground before I ever took it flying..............or at least that's what I thought we were doing. So exciting! Congrats!

[@heathwellsNZ]

Wow what an amazing gift though to Baja Joe and his family - a cinematic record of this day! I don't even own an plane and am not likely ever to... I come from a background of just loving aviation and aviation simulators all in general... but on top of that I love editing small video projects for myself and my family and I have gleaned some great techniques from watching Trent's editing. That shot, filmed on a car, taking off... followed up by a static shot from where he powered up... but having the car on the runway blocked (except for a split second) by a person... genius! I can only assume Trent picks up heaps of directorial skills from the people he's working for in his job! This was an amazing piece of content!

[@russhillis]

Love the Cub! Icon of Alaska!

[@reddog3544]

Trent this was a very heartwarming video. The wife is not much into planes but she enjoyed this one also. Felt a connection to this man and wonder if he is a military veteran? Hope to see you guys flying together soon. Great job!

[@TrentonPalmer]

I’m actually not sure if Joe was in the military or not, I’ll ask him next time I see him. But thanks! Glad both you and the wife enjoyed the video

[@gagemorgan5518]

One of my favorite videos yet. Awesome

[@robbiewelle5114]

Awesome video! Love Joe’s comment about being as nervous as his first solo at 16. My son and I were almost as excited as everyone else on the radio call about oil temp dropping.hahaha. bring on the warm weather and more video’s Trent!

[@jb6027]

It's nice to have an airport that lets you utilize the non-paved surfaces. Some of them are very pissy about it. What a beautiful aircraft. WELL DONE you!

[@ruthiewrangler9864]

That was amazing. Thank you for sharing their journey. I love it Trent that you and your pilot friends will be carrying on this same passion for generations to come. I would love to see more anytime.

[@rmg987]

What a beautiful tribute video for such an incredible labor of love. I can’t imagine the emotions that must have been flowing after working four years on a plane to finally take it on its inaugural flight. Well done capture such a special story, Trent!

[@TrentonPalmer]

Thanks Robert! It was awesome to be there to be a part of it

[@jcbaily5559]

What a treat to get to witness this with you all....thanks so much!

[@ScottNelson01]

After laying off this channel vidz since oskosh I chose this one to be my first watch back. No regret! Throughly understated I am sure, but an awesome watermark for this gentleman's passion and accomplishment.

[@johnbacon2553]

Cool documentary style video on someone else’s airplane! Would like to see more in addition to your regular style videos 😊

[@theonlyDougBlack]

While I really enjoy all your videos, there was something special about this one. Concise, meaningful storytelling. Just awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@davidwaldrup9449]

Great video of a great celebration and culmination of a labor of love. I also soloed at 16 after starting to fly at 15 back in Dallas. It was a gift from my parents for making Eagle scout. This September I'll celebrate the 50th anniversary of that date at Caddo Mills airport east of Dallas. While I haven't kept current in flying I vicariously fly with you through your wonderful videos. Keep it up!

[@pgsyak]

Congratulations Baja Joe!!! I enjoyed spending the week with you and the group. By the way, I put your copper seal kit in your roll cart. Thanks!

[@gabrielchandler3893]

Hell Yeah. -12s are coming back ! Bad to the bone. I’m jealous of that 220hp!

[@michaelrice500]

Mine weighs 10 lbs less and it only has 150 hp. I bet it's hard to keep that one on the ground! So fine!

[@AkPacerPilot]

Trent, that was awesome, thank you for sharing your friend’s Monster Cub build. Pretty sweet plane!