Using Autopilot in my New Piper Cherokee!

[@callmegurpp1268]

A russ video right when im about to eat is perfect timing

[@RusscanFLY]

Awesome!

[@JS-wz3km]

Doin great Russ! I suggest you bring a safety pilot along while you learn your new avionics. Someone who can just watch for traffic. All the screens and technology become a big distraction and will keep you heads down in the beginning. Once you become more proficient it won't be as big a deal. Fly safe, have fun!

[@RusscanFLY]

Great idea! Thanks for the tip! Definitely gonna make that happen!

[@thomaslongfellow4993]

Love your commenting and video style.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thanks so much!

[@mikem-VED70]

Love how real you are with your experience. You need a cameraperson or whatever they call them today. I know it's expensive but the angles and effort that go into making videos will pay off, in my opinion. Bloopers at the end would help also. "Good Lord, this bleepin' plane is heavy!"

[@RusscanFLY]

I cracked up at the last sentence in your comment!😂😂😂 that’s definitely a fantastic suggestion. I thought about trying to engage people to help me do videography and editing. Especially since I’m still really challenged by it. But I think you for the support, and the positive feedback. Take care, and thanks again for the suggestions!

[@DavZZee]

Russ has that autopilot sound in his videos now like all the cool airplane KZbinrs! Now Russ can fly without having to fly! Hitting the big time!

[@RusscanFLY]

LOL! 😂😂😂✈️✈️✈️🛩️🛩️🛩️

[@juguzuzgzgtzgftzf]

Like your energy! I propose providing a view of the cockpit panel in your videos ;)

[@RusscanFLY]

Definitely a good idea. I’ve been trying to figure out how to mount that on a clip so I can aim it at the panel. Going to figure out how to do that. Also, have to buy a couple more cameras. Definitely trying to put that in the budget. Take care, and thank you for the recommendation.

[@BLKAV8R2021]

Another awesome and informative video, Russ. Keep them coming.😊😊😊

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother! I appreciate the positive feedback. I saw your video about that laser like being flashed at you. That really sucked! Anyway, continue to fly high!

[@peteyyy2]

Russ awesome airplane and appreciate you. Missing flying into Lancaster on Cape air.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Good old Lancaster!

[@GMascelli]

This old man uses a nose dragger tug to push my Commander in/out of the hangar. Thanks for sharing your latest flight!

[@RusscanFLY]

You bet!

[@SmittyPilot]

Having Auto Pilot for your IFR Practical Test will be so helpful!

[@RusscanFLY]

Yeah, I’ve heard that it’ll be quite useful.

[@flywiseman]

Very nice and congrats again on the new plane. Auto pilot must be amazing. Looking forward to more videos. Fly safe

[@RusscanFLY]

Thanks, will do!

[@RockyTopAviator]

Oh man, when I started getting checked out for a high performance, I had to learn to not fight the controls, I was so used to a trainer! Going to a well-maintained high-performance airplane is such a welcomed transition; I haven't gotten to experience auto-pilot step yet, one day! Keep up the great videos, fly safe Russ! Edit: Posted before I watched the end of the video, my motto is "Just fly the ----ing plane!" Aviate, Navigate, Communicate, watching you follow that gave me chills, keep it up! Lastly, I built a small tug for taking the plane in and out of the hangar, I'm not happy with it though, I'd recommend spending some money on a good used unit (or riding mower?) if you can find one, our challenge is the wings get really close to the side walls, so precision is a part of it, makes it more difficult.

[@RusscanFLY]

I hear you on that switch from trainer to high-performance! One of the things that I still kind of struggle with is coming into hot and high. High performance planes want to fly, so getting it slowed down on final is still a challenge for me. Also, I’ve just figured out that a little nose up trim goes along way to help control the airplane in the flare. I will say that flying with an auto pilot is awesome! Actually to be honest, it feels like cheating! It makes aviator so easy. At any rate, thank you so much for your support, it is greatly appreciated. Fly well!

[@Twizlair]

I definitely like your statement about learning your autopilot. They can be a savior or killer which one they become is up to you. Enjoying watching you get more and more proficient with each video.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for this comment! I definitely appreciate the support and encouragement. Take care, and be well!

[@dreamcatchercowboy]

Great plane with an awesome autopilot Russ! I love mine and you will see it just keeps amazing you.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much for letting me know. Yeah, that auto pilot just seems like magic! I have to admit it sometimes I feel like I’m cheating when I use it. Anyway, thanks for letting me know. I may have some questions for you going forward. Thank you so much!

[@TheGospelQuartetParadise]

Nice piloting. I did notice one thing that may seem insignificant but could be a problem should you encounter turbulence. You may consider getting a kneeboard that can contain a memo pad with a pen holder. some of them even hold that plus an iPad. I'm glad you are very clear in your aviation intent. Loved that you configured the aircraft in case you had to do a go-around. Always keep that attitude and never grow complacent when you think you have mastered Charlie. And always stay ahead of fuel management. A lot of birds are dropping because of fuel starvation, even though there is fuel onboard. God bless.

[@RusscanFLY]

Great suggestion! Definitely gonna look into that.

[@leoncechrist]

GOOD LANDING .

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you!!!

[@pilotchase]

Super cool Russ, any plans to go to OSH?

[@RusscanFLY]

Not this year. Good Lord, willing, maybe next year!

[@ricohatcher6484]

Nice flight, Russ. When are we going to get a video of you and your beautiful family on a flight? God, bless you brother.

[@RusscanFLY]

Soon and very soon!

[@shanesdiy]

Beautiful airplane, congrats. Love your excitement and enthusiasm. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thanks for watching!

[@tgilbertson747]

Thanks for sharing your plane, nice clear vids.

[@RusscanFLY]

My pleasure! Thanks for your support.

[@ivoryjohnson4662]

Good stuff keep putting the time in

[@RusscanFLY]

Yes indeed! Thank you for watching!

[@thesavvycarconsumer1657]

Another great video I really love how it trims itself and the autopilot, bro you’re going to have a lot of fun in Charlie Enjoy God is good!! #classroom11 #King #SITL

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, brother! And thank you so much for the amazing support. Yeah, trying to get comfortable so I can take some longer trip for sure. Take care, brother, and God bless!

[@michael-i2s4n]

Nice bird, you deserve it,enjoy

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely a blessing for sure. Take care, and thank you for the support!

[@sktx2cali]

You got a new sub brother stay safe.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much, brother. I definitely appreciate you. Thank you for the support, and I’ll definitely do my best to stay safe. You do the same!

[@MichaelCarterShow]

As always beautiful just beautiful. Enjoy your weekend. #salute my gud brotha!!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you, family! You do the same.

[@PilotLife215]

Mike? I want to be like RUSS!😂. Awesome video fam, keep them coming. I love how it seems like you’re taking it easy, just trying to learn everything about Ms. Charlie before taking longer trips and having passengers etc. It has been an inspiration watching your aviation journey. From training with Maneesh, to renting little Sammy, now owning the beautiful Ms. Charlie. All the time staying humble and honest, sharing the up’s and downs of aviation. God is good and you my brother seem blessed and highly favored 🙏🏾. As always: Thank you! Safe Travels 🙏🏾.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much family! And thank you for being such a consistent longtime viewer! You are one of the reasons why this journey is so sweet! Thank you for the support over the many months. I can’t wait to share more of the journey with Charlie. Take care, thank you for the support!

[@ronrivers4261]

That was fun, Russ! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@RusscanFLY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JCON631]

Love the video. Why no instrument panel shots?

[@RusscanFLY]

More are coming for sure.

[@XOrionFE]

Great video Russ. Thank you for sharing. You definitely look happy!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I’m pretty overjoyed, and truly blessed for sure! Be well!

[@michaelduffy5909]

Greased, best to you

[@RusscanFLY]

Much appreciated!

[@sergio34410]

Hey great video amigo! I’m not a pilot, but someday I hope I’ll be one!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Definitely make that happen! It’s a challenging journey, but definitely so worth it!

[@flysport_tedder]

have you done much IAS descending/climbing with the '500? so easy to use, and the best way to climb (better than fpm in most cases). 15:20 lol new hangar problems. looks great in the hangar though! I miss the '500, it was so nice in training. I know I'm late in the comments but I appreciate your vids and flying.

[@RusscanFLY]

It’s interesting that you asked that question! I understand the vertical descent settings perfectly. I do struggle a bit with the indicated airspeed settings. Just today I had somebody explain to me how to set that. So I’m going to try that next. I did have an instructor say use indicated airspeed for climb, and vertical airspeed for descent. Anyway, thank you so much for your support and taking the time to watch and comment. You are awesome!

[@flysport_tedder]

@@RusscanFLY IAS is fun when you figure it out. It safer for climbing- you don't want to climb at 500fpm because at some altitude you'll run out of airspeed doing that climb. That's what makes it great. And the 500 has all the settings right there, not buried behind 5 button presses. Descending with fpm makes sense. I've been testing "best glide" settings and descending with IAS for that reason.

[@tgiflight]

Great to see that your'e settling into your new bird. Are you going to OSHKOSH this year?

[@RusscanFLY]

Not this year, but next year!

[@tgiflight]

@@RusscanFLY Same here!

[@goontube74]

I can definitely see a powered tow dolly for the hanger in the future.

[@RusscanFLY]

No doubt about it!

[@johnniewilliams4741]

It’s awesome you get to do IFR in your own plane. You will know your avionics inside and out. If you ever make it to Austin Texas area, look me up. Blu Phi.

[@RusscanFLY]

Will do! 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@damotherFNman]

I enjoy these videos

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much!

[@beer2197]

Great videos Russ

[@RusscanFLY]

Glad you like them!

[@globetrekkers39]

Awesome Job!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@berniebrown9115]

Russ enjoyed your flight. Ever get down near Houston I would love to take you for Seafood or BBQ. are you going to go to Oshkosh ?

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! No Osh for me this year, but good Lord, willing next year for sure. And I’m going to take you up on that barbecue!

[@AB82]

Are you gonna add one of those flip out air scoops to the small cabin window?

[@RusscanFLY]

Yes indeed!

[@yardmanvibes3559]

It would be good if you had a flight simulator with your aircraft and the exact equipment that way on your off days or bad weather days you can learn and get more proficient with the equipment and the autopilot without flying.

[@RusscanFLY]

Agreed!

[@Parr4theCourse]

Hello from OSH…. Autopilot will spoil ya!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

Yes, it will! Enjoy Osh!

[@seti48]

What does insurance cost for the 235 including hull coverage? Thanks for the Videos.

[@RusscanFLY]

That’s coming soon in the members only video. Check them out if you want to, because I do a deep dive on all the cost associated with my Airplane by experience! Take care!

[@1dullgeek]

Oh man Russ. Wait until you start using that autopilot on an instrument approach. I bet your CFII will show you how to use it but won't let you use it use it much in training. Honestly using the AP to fly an approach is so easy it's like cheating. I still hand fly approaches with a safety pilot for proficiency. But the AP makes instrument flying a TON easier. It's an incredible safety improvement. I won't fly single pilot IFR without one. Can't wait until you get to experience that.

[@RusscanFLY]

Definitely looking forward to it, brother! It already feels like cheating to me. I mean, it’ll climb at a certain speed, descend at a certain speed, change to a different heading. So crazy!

[@Kingovcali8667]

I find this video very interesting because I am a student pilot and learning through my PPL on a glass cockpit to use auto pilot is weird to see someone that has experience to use it for the first time. However, it is amazing to see we learn in different ways at different times or different systems, keep up the good work.

[@RusscanFLY]

Thank you so much! Yeah, auto pilot is not something I really had access to. Only one other Airplane that I trained and had one. Take care, and fly well!

[@FuturePilotNinerOne]

Got your own plane? Love to see it!! Permission to join you for a flight, please and thank you? 😄😄

[@RusscanFLY]

Of course!

[@Gerrypickles1940]

Hey Russ how can I join members? Some videos I would like to see

[@RusscanFLY]

That’s awesome! Thank you beforehand for the support. Click the link below. Again, thank you so much for your amazing support! Join this channel kzbin.info/door/s4pfVp1gw2S99Y_efNk5HAjoin

[@tedmoffatt9185]

Is there a lot of things to get used to on the your new aircraft?

[@RusscanFLY]

Yes indeed!

[@stevenelliott3444]

Okay my friend when are you going to straighten the front camera out is still Kricket

[@RusscanFLY]

😂😂😂 soon!

[@Gerrypickles1940]

I’m a member 🎉 😅

[@RusscanFLY]

Awesome! Thank you for the support!

[@MO-PA28-140]

Going to Oshkosh?

[@RusscanFLY]

Not this year. Good Lord, willing, I’ll be there next year!

[@binaryinfections]

hey russ im a professional photographer located in Reading PA and would love to take some pics of you and your plane

[@RusscanFLY]

That would be awesome! I appreciate you reaching out, and you’re willingness to do that for me. Let’s make it happen for sure. Take care!

[@irvinjones531]

Man you got to get Charlie,s co-pilot door fixed.

[@RusscanFLY]

You got it! I just had it open because it was so hot in the cockpit.

[@Langkaka]

Hi Sir, what do you do as a career to be able to own your airplane? I am asking because I want to reach your level of success.

[@RusscanFLY]

I work in ecology. I call myself an environmentalist.

[@Langkaka]

@@RusscanFLY amazing

[@irvinjones531]

Oops sorry about that!!!!!

[@RusscanFLY]

It’s all good!

[@theowinosowino5814]

Hope you locked the door

[@RusscanFLY]

Me too!😂😂😂 yeah, I got it locked this time!

[@devildogkilo]

I’m Anti-autopilot

[@RusscanFLY]

Why is that?

[@publicclammer]

You need a tug for sure!

[@RusscanFLY]

No doubt about it! I feel all of that weight!