Emergency Landing, Loss of Propeller Control,

[@michaelmcconnell3777]

The more detailed format and flight cards are awesome, love the footage on pre-flight planning and briefing and your expanded commentary. You cannot provide too much data. Thanks for taking the time and thanks for helping Rod B. What a machine and a labor of love.

[@utopiasnow]

Michael McConnell thank you

[@montreysmitherman7466]

Avoiding those kinds of issues is the very reason I work alone, I understand completely how the oil line was overlooked, great video

[@utopiasnow]

Great comment, thank you

[@HIllCarver]

Love the new format! As a mechanic in a repair station, I think stopping distractions is quite difficult, if not impossible. I think a deeper take away would be a plan as a mechanic to mitigate the risks associated with being distracted. Any time you stop, and re start, you start two steps back from where you think you were. And I often take a break, and come back and put a wrench on lines I have ready done. Torque stripe is also a good tool in this scenario.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you John!! I like the strategy!

[@HIllCarver]

@@utopiasnow feel like that came across slightly condescending, which is not my intention. Sometimes crap happens and mistakes get made. But.. we can do something to help prevent them when possible. Love your videos Elliot!

[@flycatchful]

Being a prior military electronic technician this problem is negated by the use of appropriate manuals and operating procedures. I can't speak for my civilian counterpart but they admitted it was human error.

[@simonbaxter8001]

Totally agree with just marking the joint/fitting as being torqued. Also in high vibration area's and with flight control systems, it is always prudent to try and wire lock or install an anti-turn bracket where possible. An example was a mod to add anti-rotate brackets to Vans RV's fuel pickup tubes, internal to the tanks after a number of them fell off! In lieu of a visual indication, a process to list and note anything and everything that gets stripped down/disassembled and a corresponding 'check' once its re-assembled and torqued/locked completely. Hats off to Rod and Eric, Beautifully built aircraft.

[@alphabetica]

Putting a stripe on a critical fitting so you can see at a glance if it is lined up is just a great tip. I appreciate that.

[@FLPSDWN]

Stoked with this format. Learned a lot. Keep it coming!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@DarinHAviation]

This is outstanding. It fills a void in aviation content about flight test in the best way. I really appreciate the step through of methodology, brief & debrief, and honest discussion of the decisions being made. It even brings good items to consider for safety in a non-test environment like stepping to the downwind side of the runway to aid a 180 back if necessary.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Darin. The offset take off is a bit controversial. Some folks are opposed to it. I use it, but we have taken flack for it. Thank you!!

[@benjaminnevins5211]

You're such an analytical and skilled pilot. Keep up the good work!

[@utopiasnow]

Much appreciated!

[@FOX111975]

This increased detail is great. The issue of distraction by people 'dropping by' for a random chat is very real and a hard one to deal with. Good airmanship on the ground would be to leave people to the job if they appear busy!

[@utopiasnow]

Well said. Thank you!!

[@RobMorse]

Thank you for taking us along with you. The images are great, but seeing the decisions are even better.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you liked it!

[@Joe_Not_A_Fed]

Calling strikes and balls on something this complex and with so many people and emotions involved...can be tough. Your debriefs are logical and deliberate so lessons get learned...hopefully only once. I like your style. Thanks.

[@AaronBarthol]

Really enjoy the longer videos! Surely it's more work on your end, but greatly appreciated!

[@utopiasnow]

Awesome, thank you!

[@kilroy914]

I really appreciated the extra details. The video was so interesting that it didn't feel long or slow in anyway. Looking forward to the next segments! Thanks for sharing

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you for the note

[@williamfahey4092]

I love what the gentleman says about people interrupting you as you work on your plane. I can't tell you how frustrating that can be as an Experimental builder. You want to be polite and nice to your fellow hangar mates at the airport but at the same time, it is such a time suck and you know the distraction can cause you to miss something important.

[@PatrickJWenzel]

This is really good timing for my situation. Thanks for providing us with the commentary Elliot.

[@utopiasnow]

My pleasure!

[@fed8925]

This flight/video was well done, regardless of the outcome. This video was encouraging and informative, keep them coming.. Lessons learned, thank you for sharing each lesson learned on every project you share. Also, this digital log is great at referencing for folks like us who are constantly learning and wanting to better ourselves as pilots. A license to learn is part of the joy of flying as well as seeing success or the outcome of each struggle as each one builds contentment.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks, will do!

[@fed8925]

@@utopiasnow You're welcome, something's you've taught me over these years..

[@jimz68]

Really enjoyed this. I'm not a pilot, but I like hearing about the steps taken during flight test. And the tech stuff.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@larryegilman1]

Michael pretty much covered everything. To add to that, your format past and current is exceptional. The insight you provide about the discipline and thought processes of flying but especially test flying is immeasurably valuable. Your professionalism and willingness to share is truly appreciated. See you at Reno 2020

[@utopiasnow]

larryegilman1 thanks man

[@deSloleye]

This is exactly what I wanted to see. Loved everything about it. Could see the rustiness in the brief, thought the debrief and lessons learned to be really useful. We all get that effect of distraction no matter where you work, learning to handle it in a job that has serious consequences is vital. No shame, just understanding. Great footage, especially of takeoff. The acceleration of that thing is awesome!

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@a10moondog1]

Excellent format! It felt like a Fighter Weapons School brief, flight, and debrief. Thirsty for knowledge pilots should get college credit for this one! Superb effort, Elliot; looking forward to flight 14.

[@utopiasnow]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@monte01232003]

Absolutely loved the longer format. I thoroughly appreciate the planning vs actual execution and the voice over explaining why you were doing what you were doing and/or what you were thinking at the time. Can’t wait for these types of videos during the Raptor program! Thanks for taking the time to share this content with us. It’s also interesting during the briefings to hear the difference between someone emotionally and financially involved in the project versus someone looking strictly analytically at the project. Fascinating stuff!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you for the comment and for watching. We are looking forward to the Raptor as well.

[@Chuck_Carolina]

I am shocked you only have 15.7K subscribers.... Somebody didn't get the memo. Great content!

[@utopiasnow]

I appreciate that!

[@badnade4886]

Love the full briefing and debrief. Seeing you make honest assessments of yourself, and your limitations, gives me courage to do the same. A good pilot is always learning. As a student pilot, I must thank you. I continually return to your videos, because you demonstrate the values I hold dear, and I hope to emulate your thorough approach to aviation. Please keep up the good work. Hit us with that hard data...

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@brianstyrczula9466]

Good to see your keeping well. I can't wait for the Raptor project.

[@utopiasnow]

WE are excited as well

[@louisvanrijn3964]

The honesty of the video's is a real eyeopener. The red line in aviation, professionally or in homebuilding is constant quality. Proficiency without any dips. I have met perfect pilots which, very seldomly, showed low proficiency flights. Also mechanics have bad days...alass we are human. Check, recheck. And double cross-check. again. Thanks for the video and good luck!

[@Kendell_Bidwell]

Really enjoyed the detail in the video. The lessons learned are certainly worth sharing, thank you.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@gmcjetpilot]

Love the table of contents with time stamps. Love detail because details is where the knowledge is.. Enjoyed. Your 10-12 min are great for different constant. Flight 13 deserved a deep dive. I would mix it up long and short format based on content.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it! thank you

[@gmcjetpilot]

@@utopiasnow Looking forward to the Raptor Program. Kind Regards.

[@barbs2600]

Awesome vide Eliot and Justin!! I really enjoyed the in-depth longer format approach you have taken this time around. Keep up the good work!!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks! Will do!

[@firasal-tahan6338]

Brilliant video - loving the new format. I stumbled upon your channel last night and ended up watching until 3am. As a UK-trained PPL, this has been very informative. Best channel on KZbin. Keep up the great work!

[@utopiasnow]

Welcome aboard! Thank you for the kind words.

[@lauciricateam2]

Thanks Elliot for sharing your knowledge, learned a lot and every pilot will benefit from this in some measure.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for the comment!

[@cclose14111]

Man... thank you so much for walking us through the way you deconstruct things!! So awesome!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Chris

[@retydeere1111]

Good Job Elliot ! I like how you explain the plans before the flight and your professionalism start to finish. I like how you respect the old man too, he has his heart in that beautiful plane.

[@utopiasnow]

Rod is a solid dude, its him and guys like him that made this sandbox we call experimental airplanes, we are very fortunate for that. Thank you

[@bluhammer06]

The details from start to finish are excellent. In a endeavor that has the aspect of life and death, the importance of knowing how to interpret the flow of input coming at you is critical. Well done guys!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for the comment

[@petera1000]

Very good video. One thing that I find very helpful is use of witness/marker paint stripes on all fittings and nuts/bolts. Not only does this allow you to know if a fitting has moved by just looking for a break in the stripe it its also a good way to know its been tightened. When you remove a fitting for service you remove the witness stripe completely and then when you reassemble and torque it your last step is to add a small stripe. Each mechanic can have their own colour so you know who did what. You can even have a double stripe from a second inspection mechanic and know what has been double checked and what has only been single checked. This helps you avoid the interruption problems from on lookers too.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Thanks....Back in Nom when we had a mission maintenance of my aircraft....Was always foremost in the back of my mind......Very glad you were ok my friend.....Thanks very much for the detailed format.....Very good info...Loved the video...!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Steve!!

[@sail4horizon]

First, glad you made it down safe. As someone with a lifetime fascination with experimentals this info is endlessly interesting for me. Tough on a plane where there are literally a thousand scenarios trying to take you out. The more long format videos the better as far as I'm concerned. I appreciate the large amount of work it takes to put them together. My only nit to pick is double the length of your B roll clips during the interview portion before 8 min. I'd rather be looking at the plane while they're talking about it. And keep your IG stories coming, love the mix of planes and your kids.

[@utopiasnow]

Interesting stuff, thank you

[@ModelAV8RChannel]

Freaking awesome!! Love seeing this aspect of aviation Elliot. Love all the details, love the format, love the length, love the edit. Your best video yet!! Can't wait til your next adventure. Thank you for sharing.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the comment!

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

I’ve had the opportunity to be part of several new aircraft designs along with flight test programs and I’m still amazed about the amount of adrenalin that is rushing through a test pilots body after experiencing even the smallest inflight emergencies. I know it takes quite awhile to comedown off that high and then you are completely drained of emotions after that experience. You and your team present yourselves as completely in control of the planning, the test flight, the situations that arose during the test, the RTB, the landing and then your debrief. I know there is a lot more documentation that’s required after this test flight and conversations that followed but it’s really nice to see that your team didn’t land and start trying to play the blame game on why this failure occurred, but focused on what was learned from this test flight and how to improve the program as you move forward. Can’t wait to see you test fly the Raptor aircraft in June. Weather permitting? Great job! Great job!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you John. We look forward to Raptor as well!

[@longez360]

First class. Great format. Highly valuable lessons learned. Keep it coming!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you!!

[@johnfife3062]

One more point based not on the flight but the video -- get more sleep. Thank you for everything. Good lessons.

[@utopiasnow]

Noted! Thank you

[@waterskierjohn]

Love the long format.. Hope too see more like this

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks John

[@thomasfortnerconductor]

love the longer format! Airplanes are cool!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@tedmeyer8778]

Great level of detail. I like the longer format!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you sir

[@TheFleetflyer]

Great video. I'm soon going to be conducting a test flight of our RV-8 following an overhaul of the prop. Your very methodical and analytical approach is inspiration to me to ensure my approach to the task is similar. Please keep the great content coming.

[@utopiasnow]

Good luck on your coming testing. Let us know if we can help and thank you for the kind words.

[@alphabetica]

This was really interesting! Digging deeper is awesome !

[@jeremyjabaay]

Love this format, for me and anyone else staring down the barrel of a test flight, this is great information/food for thought.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@tulux1337]

Thank you for putting that much work in this video! learned a lot, please stay with this format, absolutely fantastic!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@Ripper13F1V]

Fantastic hotwash. Love the additional length, so thank you for putting the time to edit it together. =) Planes Are Cool.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@santiagogr7894]

Great video, I love this format. Thank you for sharing it Mr. Seguin.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DaylianRousseau]

You continue to impress! Love the new format. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you!!

[@kevchilton908]

Amazing depth and detail here Elliot👌I learned so much from that. Thank you for posting such thorough detail. I wish you well in moving forward with the project, and look forward to any further updates.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words.

[@cirrusflyerh2843]

Amazing. Love the detail and the test logic being explained. Currently following and Looking forward to videos like this for the Raptor project. Keep up the good work.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you for the note! We look forward to Raptor as well!

[@Ausiguy1]

Great video and outcome Elliot. Looking forward to seeing you guys out here after things calm down. Cheers, Peter

[@utopiasnow]

I am stoked as well!!

[@jamesrichardson1455]

You, my friend, are the man!! Well Done!!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks man!

[@av8tore71]

Being an A&P IA mechanic with alot of experience working on the Mustang, F4U well war birds in general this is a perfect video. Thanks for sharing. Guess I'm going to watch the other videos to catch up

[@utopiasnow]

Av8tore71 thank you

[@av8tore71]

@@utopiasnow hey what kind of power plant? Take off sounded awesome

[@utopiasnow]

Av8tore71 540 CI big block V8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/anPXnXiZrrlqg5o

[@av8tore71]

@@utopiasnow wow that is so awesome. If you ever get up to KRFD I'm the owner of Pride Aviation, stop on in coffee is pretty.

[@utopiasnow]

@@av8tore71 rad, we've talked on the phone but never met. It would be great to check out your operation!!

[@rmay000]

I like the format. There's always the option to skip forward if it gets boring but I think you can't have too much information in your videos.

[@utopiasnow]

Robert May thank you

[@skippydeenice]

Imagine trying to troubleshoot something like this, back in 44-45 with battle damage, over enemy territory and being shot at, while trying to keep situational awareness. Truly the Greatest Generation.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for the comment Chris. Worth noting: this is a Stewart mustang replica powered by an automotive conversion V8. A super cool engine package in a gorgeous example of a kit aircraft.

[@sharaihmolyneaux8181]

I like the new format, especially the time stamps. 💯

[@utopiasnow]

Great, thank you.

[@redflyboy09]

Longer video the better, I want all the juicy details!

[@utopiasnow]

jeremiah canty thank you

[@duckbow]

Elliot, this is fantastic -- really appreciate the longer format, detail, pre- and post-briefs, and summaries. Excited to see more. Do you edit these yourself?

[@utopiasnow]

I do, I apologize. I am an engineer first...video editor is much lower on the list.

[@FriendlyFishFanatic1]

@@utopiasnow I thought the edits were just fine! Glad you made it down safe and thank you for the informative video. I learned a lot and I'm glad I came across your channel.

[@motskater]

Just like that 40 mins is gone. I love this kind of stuff. Its funny going from watching guys wrench on cars on youtube throwing stuff together jumping in the car and doing a burnout to flight testing where everything is based on process, risk, training, & root causes. You guys keep up the good work and be safe out up there!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks man, I appreciate the support

[@crono331]

Awesome video, love the indeep tech details. Long format is fantastic. And btw, soon replacing the prop of my experimental, and doing the test flights for the new permit to fly. I learned a lot here, sir.

[@utopiasnow]

You have good days coming. Let me know how it goes, or if we can help!!

[@christain_weaver]

I like how you picked the thumbnail that you liked... great video

[@utopiasnow]

Christain Weaver thanks

[@grumman38]

Really tells how exacting projects like these are, a lot of people think you just bolt an auto engine to a reduction and fly off. Once perfected the new owner must also know this technical data to maintain and fly safely. So much tougher than certified aircraft.

[@douglascloud4484]

Sorry Elliot for asking my last question, should have read more of the comments and would have receive my answer. Thanks again awesome info and content.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Douglas!!

[@ale69sex3]

i ended lookin all the video awesome nice job

[@utopiasnow]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@nevervne]

Great video, Elliot!

[@utopiasnow]

Stoked you dug it!!

[@michaelmcconnell3777]

From Jim, a long time member of the Stewart S-51 community, retired AA Captain, former A-10 pilot, and SME of the engine configuration in this and many of the S-51s. "A couple points that weren’t mentioned in this video but need to be addressed. Rod’s airplane and several others out there have a dedicated, separate oil system for the PSRU. The oil line that came loose was the line that routes the excess oil that the prop doesn’t require back to the PSRU oil supply tank. This pump supplies oil to lube and cool the bearings and gears in the PSRU as well as provide pressurized oil to the prop governor. When the pump became starved for oil, the prop “auto feathered”, transitioning to coarse pitch like it was designed to. A lot easier to deal with at altitude than at the end of the runway at takeoff. The engine had no issues as it’s oil supply is separate from the PSRU. The PSRU ran at a low power setting for several minutes without oil pressure which is a non issue."

[@utopiasnow]

Michael McConnell thanks for the info

[@mthomson51]

@@utopiasnow Hi Elliot & Michael McConnell. As you know I been heavily involved in the Thunder Mustang community for 20 years, have built and flown a TM , ~250 hours and helped with a several of others. Still fly N151JM in COS. I also flew my TM as chase for the Adam Aircraft A700. Actually, I flew back seat and filmed in those chase flights while a pro like Elliot flew the very close formation. Anyway, unfortunately I have also studied the incidents which have occurred with the TM and one thing that I am now questioning is whether it is better to have the prop got to course or fine pitch upon a failure! Why? There have been several instances where the engine has been running fine but some part of the prop control system has failed, causing essentially a dead stick landing. If the prop had gone to fine pitch, the pilot would have had much more time to plan and potentially make a safe landing. Love to discuss this with you (IM me on Facebook for my number). Also, I'd like to comment on distractions and the line coming off. It's a reality. Phones, texts, hangar visits from airport bums like me, bathroom visits, trying to find the darn tool that was in my hand just 10 seconds, lunch, etc. etc. Distractions aren't new and I'd suggest that builders always use torque marker. Always. Never half tighten something because of an interruption, complete the task and ignore the interruption and never put in a bolt, install a nut or connect a line "temporarily" and hand tighten. If it gets installed, install like it's going to fly and mark it with torque marker. My comments here are not intended to be directed at this builder/owner or the crew but for all of us in the experimental community. I've made these same mistakes myself. www.grainger.com/product/DYKEM-Permanent-Tube-Marker-4TKH1

[@FlyingHigh793]

Thanks for the long format! I absolutely loved the detailed debrief of the whole process. As I plan to get into kit building I will have to take the advice on distractions during build and maintenance to heart. Could you do an explainer some time on chase plane procedures for the realm of flight test? The spin test chase video and the chase elements touched on in this video have always intrigued me. I used to fly chase for UAVs (to act as their eye and ears looking for traffic) and I am interested to compare and contrast the roles with flight tests. I also think others could get value out of the planning that takes place in a good formation brief.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for the comment! Chase is a great topic, I think in the contract test community Wasabi probably relies on chase more than most. I would argue that comes down to my relationship with Justin Gillen. I rely on chase first for external information about the airplane (smoke, oil on the belly, gear position, fluttering trim tabs). Secondly, I rely on chase for reminders about glide cone, traffic calls, and airport position calls. The problem is all those things are very critical pieces of data with wide ranges of interpretation., and if I don't trust what you are saying than all you are doing is distracting me. In short, I have to trust that you and I believe what you are saying means the same thing for me to act on your call. The best way I have found to create that trust is through a technical and personal relationship, like the one I have with Justin. We worked a program a long time ago with a team that had particularly poor radio discipline. That team had a tendency to say things on the radio that had a wide range of interpretations. Two times that almost resulted in an unnecessary bailout. So there is a tendency for people to confuse formation flying with safety chase. There is overlap no doubt, but great safety chase has a broader skill set, and (in my opinion) a specific kind of relationship with the test pilot and the test program. At Wasabi the critical piece of the puzzle is that Justin and I alternate those roles on programs, to make sure we both are in touch with the other side of the coin.

[@caas6162]

Absolutely loved the video!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you

[@sahs3811]

Beautiful aircraft, love the colour scheme!

[@ryanjones315]

All these details are great. Thank you!

[@utopiasnow]

I am glad you dug it.

[@russreadsbooks]

Great video!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks man!!

[@kentfield2205]

Thank you and Mr Bower for posting this video. A lot of good information. And from a viewer standpoint the more info the better. If there are viewers that want less, all they have to do is fast forward the parts they don't like. As far as thoughts go, I thought the brief should be in a more sterile environment, not where there are other personnel and distractions. The same for the debrief. From a meteorological perspective regarding cloud cover percentages and what's acceptable. Take two sheets of paper. Lay one on the table, this will represent your sky. Take other piece of paper and cut off 1/5th of it (20%), and tear it up into small pieces, these will represent the clouds. Take those cloud pieces and place them on the piece of paper that represents the sky, and determine if that percentage of clouds is manageable or not.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Kent

[@michaelad8096]

Great video loving the inside look

[@utopiasnow]

Michael Ad thank you

[@Mammux]

Fantastic video! Love the details.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks a lot!

[@isaacoberholzer7805]

Love it. Thanks for making these!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for commenting

[@sb_flyingC150]

Great Video ! Enjoyed all the extra information.. I’d like a video that details a lot more of the specifics about this airplane and engine set up and design goals. But yeah overall this was great 👍🏻

[@utopiasnow]

Noted! This video has some tech details: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anPXnXiZrrlqg5o I would also recommend Rod Bowers website: www.ramairforhomebuilts.com/

[@sb_flyingC150]

Elliot Seguin ok great I will check out the links! Thank you

[@CapnT87]

Yep, go back 3 steps every time you have to step away from the job! Typical aircraft maintenance human factors scenario :). Glad it went the way it did! Beauty aircraft.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Capn

[@stonebear]

Good stuff! Preflight might've been a little long but I really liked the discussions about how the gear sequencing worked (something I've been interested in for several decades) (yes) and the detail on the flight itself was really gratifying... some of the earlier really short vids I thought were almost fluff, but this has a lot of good chewy material in it. Please, continue with this format!

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@triedproven9908]

You would think the PSRU would have a fail safe minimum as to not render the engine completely useless with loss of hydraulic fluid. Should add a hydraulic fluid level sensor to the reserve tank just because it's been an issue. The sensor would eliminate the belly check, and allow almost immediate response to a levels change. Could even use a gas gauge rigged setup for the time being. Could pull one from the junk yard for cheap. Well flown falling bird Elliot. Good job getting her on the ground.

[@utopiasnow]

Interesting thoughts, thank you

[@kamilsp7fll]

Format is very much appreciated.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you!

[@donvaledon1]

Elliot, I really enjoy your videos. Very interesting!

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks Don

[@dancingtiger577]

21:37 love the sound love the vids thanks

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks, great to have you here.

[@ForFunFlyer]

Strange, totally missed this video 🤔 Luckily I watched it right now! 😀🤙🏻

[@utopiasnow]

Welcome back!

[@MartyG144]

I really dig the long format

[@utopiasnow]

Great to hear!!

[@timotheethibault3223]

This vidéo is very good. It makes me dream about your job and the airplane you fly. Very good

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks man

[@845SiM]

Plane is stunning. Great video. You could debrief a slice of toast for an hour and I would still be interested. I am a mechanic (not aviation) and the technical and mechanical info is on point. This plane seems to have a bit of a character already. Which I suppose for you is exactly what you enjoy, figuring out the puzzle as well as testing the planes.

[@solarshooter]

Love it, you guys keep the dream alive! Also I think Justin needs a faster airplane...

[@utopiasnow]

Yes, perhaps...but don't we all need faster airplanes...;)

[@hpux735]

Loved it!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you!!

[@schmetterling2169]

A MASSIVE inspiration to me! I enjoy the more detailed format catering towards learning and teaching. The dream for me is test pilot, im working on my private now though. For the next major video you do can you explain and elaborate the more nuanced information? I found quite a bit was over my head despite studying aviation. Thanks for the awesome content and stay safe!

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you for the comment!

[@awsomedudeedwin]

Best video yet !

[@utopiasnow]

I appreciate that

[@markmcdaniel3975]

Much better format for everyone's understanding especially mine. Dumb question please, what about a live feed camera under for belly check to facilitate or substitute for chase plane?

[@utopiasnow]

Interesting thought. I had hoped we'd be through the "is it leaking" phase of the program by now. But with the time we've spent wondering about the question that would be a novel solution. thanks for the comment

[@donaldparlettjr3295]

In Army Aviation we had checklists when we took things off and putting things back on. We were required to initial each step. It was a pain ,yet when we were interrupted we knew what step we were on. PS if your a Huey guy have a spare "Jesus Nut" on you, it'll send a chill down any pilots neck.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you for the comment!! Hueys are cool!!

[@grantflavel9822]

First time watching im not an engineer ive painted over 40 planes i so enjoyed your detailed vid ty. Look fwd too thr raptor programe

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you!! We look forward to it as well!!

[@WakeMarine]

Dang. A loose line. No drilled line fittings or torque seal? Looked like the boss was very disappointed. That's what A Cards are for. Got sweaty palms watching your approach.

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks for the comment, great to have you along.

[@spitoinkr]

Awesome video Elliot. Thank you for all the detail and briefings. It sure was very interesting.

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@B25Flyer]

Elliot, I lost the oil pump on my F-1 Rocket wtih an aerobatic MT. Like the prop you have, it then went to high pitch. When the prop went coarse, I looked at the oil pressure, and obviously it was zero, I pulled the throttle back, but did not pull the mixture. I had an airport made easily, and I hit the high key, everything was fine until I got to 120 kts, on base, then I could not slow down or get the airplane on the ground, even at idle thrust, with coarse pitch my airplane will fly. I pushed it on the ground at 100 kts and got it stopped, with really hot brakes, but in my mind the engine had failed, but it was running at idle with no oil pressure and pulling the mixture never occurred to me. On a subsequent flight you might pull the power to idle and the prop to coarse pitch and fly at best glide and see if you can maintain altitude. In a light airplane with big power it might just fly at idle... Doug Rozendaal.

[@utopiasnow]

Thank you Doug. Sounds like some great flying in your rocket. Are you still flying it? I am pretty confident the airplane would have flown with the prop in coarse pitch. The question was did the PSRU have enough oil to stay luricated, and what else was wrong. Waiting on the gear and flaps was my hail mary in the event I needed to try to add power and get back to the airport. Thanks again!!

[@B25Flyer]

I have had it 10 years, it's an EVO, I have over 2000 hours in it. Fabulous airplane.

[@johnlichtenstein6158]

Good stuff!

[@utopiasnow]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@miguelperaza6615]

Wa there any way possible to check a leak with a well positioned go- pro?

[@marcushinkle7886]

Great video. I can’t wait until you start on the raptor. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. When is the estimated start date for Raptor program?

[@utopiasnow]

We are looking forward to it as well!! Fingers crossed for weather.

[@stay_at_home_astronaut]

Good video

[@utopiasnow]

Thanks