Windy Gulfstream Landing on Long Island - Pilot VLOG 143

Here is a landing in our Gulfstream G-IV at Farmingdale Republic Airport. The winds were gusting to 27 knots, so it was a little bit challenging, but I got it done...I hope you enjoy!
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[@Klaatu-ij9uz]

Your co-pilot is very thorough. A good guy to have.

[@dijbee]

Very windy and bumpy on final. Northeast weather can be so demanding. Great to see how much pilot intervention is required in spite of ATC. They can leave you high and dry so you need to know where you are and how to continue without bumping into someone or something else. Long Island is one thing, can't imagine being stranded at night in Colorado! Thanks for another great video.

[@rctjacksonville]

look like a seat of the pants, white knuckle, thrill ride of a landing! This is where great pilots earn their pay, GOOD JOB!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you!

[@candidfoxmedia8292]

Good CRM Shaun.....ex DFW Tracon controller here. You did a good job with all the info your right seat was giving you. Keep up the good teamwork.

[@rorymcloughlin2023]

Not sure why the FO is getting some negative comments, I thought he was extremely professional, clear and very supportive. Good job 👍. As for Shawn, cool as a cucumber 🥒

[@milesreed3772]

The Pilot not flying is getting negative comments because the people making those comments have no idea as to what they are talking about. No idea.

[@bizbuildershawaii1719]

FO is very supportive but I think he suffers from Van Horton's Syndrome (voice immodulation disorder..see Will Ferrell SNL) which makes him kinda hard to listen to until ur used to it..great job Sean and FO!!

[@CFHuss]

Because there absolutely is a point where too much talking and overbriefing becomes a distraction.

[@CAPFlyer]

"Spoilers are for my mistakes, not his." Truer words were never spoken! Great video as always.

[@HWVISP89]

Strange attitude to have because the assumption is the controller made a mistake. If everyone flying into the NY metro flew the descent profile they wanted, it would be disorderly. I'm familiar with that sector at ZNY and you were kept high for a reason. However, where you were vectored for the visual to runway 1 was crappy. If you don't want to use speed brakes and can't make a restriction just say something instead of stewing about it. Love you videos! -Controller and Pilot

[@Repented008]

Hahaha!

[@iahflyr4690]

@@HWVISP89 Right there with you, tell us that you are unable. Must have been a bad day as normally you don't hear Sean gripe about ATC. Retired controller and Pilot

[@CAPFlyer]

@@HWVISP89 Sorry, but I don't buy that. He was given the crossing restriction late. There is no reason for them to have needed in excess of 3000 FPM descent on an ATC assignment. It also doesn't help that he was also re-routed off the STAR to apparently follow J121 for whatever reason (it appears they were originally on the CAMRN4 based on the discussion about the FMS problems) which only increases the workload for ATC and makes something like this more likely. Yes, he can say "unable", but ATC also should have known that was asking a lot and said something instead of just giving the restriction as if it wasn't asking extra. That is what the complaint was about - ATC leaving their issues on pilots to either take or not instead of at least acknowledging they made a mistake or that there was an issue.

[@19brandon66]

ATC called the tower and "owned it." A bit of "stewing" was appropriate...

[@iisubzeroii5538]

They just keep getting better. Great teamwork and it really showed through. Thanks for the upload.

[@jimhal5553]

I really love the way you guys worked together. AWESOME!

[@TheHangar1]

It's not always a Bed of Roses thank you gentlemen for sharing incredible teamwork awesome video!

[@ElbertPoling]

I thought the FO did a fantastic job. There was a lot to stay on top of. I noticed he asked a lot of "do you want..." so I'm thinking the cohesiveness is lacking in this team, for now, but I liked the way he kept the pilot up to date even if it meant reminders; staying in the zone. They'll get it figured out in the post-flight debrief.

[@sethflight]

Wow! What an approach!! Great job, Sean and kudos to your PM. #team

[@gjsthreefoursevinoneone8945]

Sean, your handling of wheel reminded me of my tailwheel stick and rudder landings in heavy winds. Lots of concentration and work. It's amazing how the human brain learns to do this almost subconsciously.

[@kenbryant2570]

That one was very interesting. Good job Shaun. You are the man.

[@deadreckoning7091]

“Speed brakes are for my mistakes” Words we pilots live by!:) Great vide, Shaun. Keep it up. Dead Recogning, “A signuture Journey”

[@audiovisualaviator6436]

Hell of a day to practice some ground reference manuevers that left turn over Jones Beach area you had a massive tailwind turn into a headwind. Nicely done. The crazy comms in N90 Airspace is why i love flying in Jersey and NYC Area

[@dixienormous3262]

Great job Shaun! I've never seen you that stressed yet. The FO for some reason is giving me a vibe.

[@billnicholson2470]

Wow that was quite intense! Well done Shaun. Thanks for posting. That took a lot of concentration and work.

[@TOMAS-lh4er]

THANKS AGAIN !!! FOR letting me ride along,Bro.

[@djblanton]

We all go back to school when we watch your expertise. Super video. Really appreciate the effort that goes into bringing us this content. THANKS!

[@JoseRivera-lt2cc]

One of your best videos - quite the workload - good CRM.

[@esalenchik]

You’re working hard in this one, Shaun! Thanks for the recordings and for putting it all together for us. Always interesting seeing all the details of the approach and landing.

[@knffla]

Nice job on handling her U turn and with all the stuff going on with the setup approach they have even with you being the only aircraft on the D! Great video Shaun!

[@Luciferx624]

Great to see my home airport make it in your video!

[@hotelgulf]

Could feel the stress coming through on this trip. Both of you handled it like pros. Wouldn’t expect anything less. So glad I moved to Upstate NY. Don’t miss the congestion. Safe travels gentleman!

[@pauloestevam3462]

Great approach and landing! Well done .

[@williegillie5712]

That was quite the eventful flight Shaun. You guys did a good job of staying ahead of it. Nice windy landing. All in a good days work.

[@kennethreise6416]

Great video I love the new angle you have.

[@davidsteinberg3663]

Welcome to Long Island! I am in and around KFRG frequently and have my Civil Air Patrol Squadron meetings there. Very cool to see "my" airfield featured in a CPL video!!

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

Gr8 flight Shaun...bit sketchy conditions! Well done!!!

[@jlightfoot7536]

First, I love these videos. Second, people need to realize Jon isn't around anymore. That was another time. Now there are new people who may or may not want to be involved with being on video. Third, Shaun looks to be more busy. With Pres. 69 they seemed to have alot of downtime to do things, and an empty cabin at times. Fourth , when people get used to someone or a certain procedure and that changes, tjey have a hard time adjusting or just won't. Jon and Shaun had a long time together. These new people or better Shaun being the new guy have to get used to each other. Maybe the company wants the FO to be telling info. Maybe Shaun liked the guy telling him that info so he could fly the plane and not worry about all the "other crap". People are very quick to judge here. And remember, If the FO doesn't want the camara in there, it probably would be gone. Yes there was a few issues that went on here. But ya have to harp on a guy about his hair? Maybe it's time I take a break from viewing. Everyone is just getting mean and hateful. The comments are ruining the video.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

I really appreciate your thoughts and comments here. I have to agree that many people can be quite petty in the comments and it does get old after a while.

[@jeffr532]

Shaun, I hope you realize there are a lot of people viewing your videos that don't give a rat's behind about hair styles, who the FO sounds like, or how much chatter goes on between the two people who are responsible for the aircraft. At the end of the day; the only thing that truly matters is the safety of the passengers and crew. Some who share the cockpit and controls may want/need more communication. Others may not. Far be it from me or anyone else to judge which way is better. Those who are critical should take a hard look at their own successes and shortcomings in life instead of trying to prove their way is the best way.

[@nathanmcguire932]

I love being a pilot and being a part of this community, but it also tends to attract a lot of elitist assholes... I’ve been noticing that too

[@charlessteven8825]

You guys that was good. Bravo

[@jamesroark2096]

Well done, gentlemen!

[@hurleyflyer263]

Well done Captain.

[@kevinswain1304]

Great video as always. Keep up the good work!

[@tomcotton6308]

Great co-pilot .

[@keithp5669]

Nicely negotiated approach and landing gents!

[@starman10548]

LOOKED ALITTLE BUMPY ON TJE APPROACH. ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO.

[@dlvox5222]

Calm cool and collected. True professionals.

[@gervers]

That’s one great landing in challenging conditions! Nicely done Captain!

[@ronmoore5827]

Good job Shaun, watching you fight that wind reminded me of Steve Mcqueen in The War Lover, trying to haul his shot up B-17 over the cliffs!

[@dickmoore7341]

Great job on the landing Shaun and that flight had you more tense then I've ever seen you for a couple reasons but that leak in the windshield better not short something out or you will have much bigger problems........be safe guys!!!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

There was no leak...it was condensation on the inside of the windshield frame. This is normal in many jets. I was just making a funny...

[@thenikonjones]

In terms of flying, I think this is your best video to date. That was a difficult situation you were given by ATC and you handled it with great skill. That gust right before touchdown was exciting to watch! Well done!

[@ericlozen9631]

Outstanding!

[@SNSQuests]

I was a bit nerve racked on this flight. Especially with the bad direction from ATC, great flying and nice landing

[@iansmith1368]

Nice flying Shaun! Love the G-IV

[@0321recon]

Well done!

[@gazzpazzer]

Very impressed with the CRM. Good job.

[@OMG_No_Way]

I like this FO. Dude is on it. Great CRM you two have.

[@BenA-bu1cz]

Part of the job good going. Nice see the CRM in play.

[@lbgherkin]

Excellent job - both on the video and the flying. It normally looks so easy - conditions like this are a reminder that you work for a living! Getting a 270 onto final is one thing in a Cherokee - I bet it’s a whole other level in a G-IV... Fantastic work as always.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

This one took a little more effort than usual I suppose. The 270 is the same process, but takes a little more planning due to the higher speed

[@sergiosauceda9836]

That approach made you to work for real Shawn . ., great video as usual . . .!!!

[@bhollingsworth]

Crazy landing. Well done.

[@derrick_blak_]

Short runway, crazy winds , awesome flying

[@hoss1003]

Good job.. anytime you come in wheels down, it's a great landing..

[@Al_Dente-d1p]

What a GREAT First O

[@prestonmiller9552]

Nice go around to reposition when he left you in a bad way. Good job landing in some tough winds.

[@andymugridge5034]

That looked hard work!

[@Vito_A_Labella]

great job

[@bigd-1-channel514]

Shaun, seemed a bit hectic, ATC made me wonder a bit. I agree you did not want to push that decent. Nice Video and landing despite the winds, etc.

[@ctn830]

FO in right sight is excellent!

[@mentonish]

nice landing,well done

[@vanstry]

That's the airport I learned to fly out of back around 1980. Haven't been back there in decades.

[@TheDamian418]

Nice teamwork. I was stressed!

[@fernandom9220]

Shaun, you guys certainly earned your money today 👍🛩

[@PhilsProjects]

man you earned your keep on that approach, your co pilot was on the ball, great job guys!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you!

[@JoseMartinez-ru1it]

Talk about grease man. Hell of a landing in less than optimal conditions 💪🏼😎

[@bobgregoryvb]

We're coming in hot.....LOVE IT!!! I will say that's the most intense I've ever seen you.

[@larrymayberry2312]

may be just me..but you looked a little tense in this video. Guess I would be too if ATC did me like they did you. Gusty conditions and still an awesome landing. Great job !

[@ProPilotPete]

Breezy day, always a cirrus out there in it

[@atlanticiacomjr9951]

Awesome content Shawn as always!! Keep it up, I think the cameras made your FO a little nervous as well as the winds in busy airspace. As always love watching your content, you're an inspiration!! Looking forward to seeing more from you! Ps; loving seeing you in the left seat!

[@marktaylor8263]

Interesting flight Shaun, great landing. You seemed a bit out of norms for you Shaun. Red likes hearing his voice.

[@chibinwosu5261]

Looked like a really challenging landing Shaun. Good work buddy

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you!

[@annnonymous9791]

"...coming in hot..." You earned your salary on that one! I pray all ur future flights go easy. I was holding my breath from the beginning of this video, & I hang out of open door Choppers!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

HAHA! That's awesome...

[@petejones4808]

Days like these you earn your pay. Nice job.

[@Tom_YouTube_stole_my_handle]

Impressive!

[@andytaylor1588]

I haven't been this early since I drank too much redbull. High workload approach n landing. Expertly accomplished!

[@grandpa1687]

Not a pilot but if I was; I’d want that right seater with me. Loved the continued updates he gave and making sure Shaun was informed of all needed information. Too little talk I think would be dangerous; especially in the windy conditions they were flying in. Again; nice video Shaun!

[@charles-vq6sd]

Cool pilots

[@Dr.Tree13]

very nice landing especially when I understand that runway one is just 5516 ft

[@henrydrew2203]

Damm, they had you guys doing some flying on this one!!!!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

yes indeed...

[@iraph89]

Did my flight training there love FRG!

[@attackspeed9]

Shaun, that was fabulous! I would have loved a camera off your left shoulder to see your speeds, ROD, and that big cdi with ADS-B traffic. Loved that 270 back over the bay to get reestablished. SUPER job Shaun, been in and out of FRG many times NY ATC can leave you high and dry! Great job. Can you get a left shoulder camera, it. would have been ideal for this wacko approach. Thanks.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you! I've been trying some new camera angles, and the next video has an angle over my left shoulder just as you would like. It should be out in a week or so...

[@AidansAviationAdventures]

Nice video Shaun , I fly at KFRG and thought .. why is ATC taking him to Deer Park if their landing runway 1 thats odd , they usually set you up on a vector to final over the ocean .. Nice landing in the gusty conditions . Well done , just for your info , If I,m on final at KFRG and I hear a Jet checking in with tower I,m always ready to break off the final and let you faster guys land first .. Nice CRM in the cockpit there too , thumbs up to your co-pilot

[@matthewfriske438]

little do you know shaun while on approach and final you flew over my entire life all in the span of 2 minutes, The things I would do to make my commute from amityville to bay shore take that amount of time you wouldn't even believe! Keep the videos coming man cant wait to start my private training hopefully in the next few months maybe even a career change on the horizon!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Awesome! Please let me know how the training goes!

[@dtbmjax]

Tell your "FO" I like the B50 he's sporting. Great video. I am surprised ATC had y'all that messed up in the approach. They usually only do that to the pistons since they don't waste as much fuel.

[@dphotos007]

Nice landing. Looked a bid windy. Just curious it seemed the co pilot repeated information to you when you already confirmed it. Think you were professionally nice to him. It would had drove me crazy.

[@AceHardy]

Keep at it

[@fxpthl]

Now That was pretty exciting Sean! Rock N Roll time but you handled it pretty darn smoothly sir! Love that kind of flying! This is why You get the Big Bucks!

[@suebennett2303]

I sure miss John. You two seemed to read each other and were one with flying!

[@edlapinski341]

shuan would never see the left seat with being the ego king

[@benspouse9840]

Nice flying! plus great co-pilot!

[@timdenowh95]

You looked stressed Shaun. Getterdun. Good job.

[@Excitable67]

Nice landing!! Seeing that turbulence reminded me a bit of coming back from northern Wisconsin with my brother and one of my older sisters. We were in a Cessna (not sure the model) and we came into some rain halfway back. (We did Janesville to Shawano and back) I will NEVER forget the force of being battered by the winds. I did an unwilling backbend over the back seat when the plane dropped on one wave over Lake Koshonong! The three of us call that "The Bonding Experience". My brother had never been in that kind of turbulence before. I felt he handled it really well. It wasn't until we landed and he looked up, shaking his fist at the sky and saying "I beat ya!" that we found out that was his first experience with it! Not sure if it was moderate or what, but I hope I never experience that again! While I actually felt safe with my brother at the controls, my stomach wasn't too keen on the experience. Not too much later, the three of us went up again on a short trip to Madison in a sort of "get back on the horse" type of thing. Much better flight that time!

[@klcox3184]

Stressful approach and landing, I presume.

[@TeemarkConvair]

now that looked like a bit of work

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Gotta earn that paycheck today! LOL

[@msnpassjan2004]

Haha, guess I'm one of the few guys who likes the FO and his steady checks and updates. In his defense, have we ever watched a crash investigation video where steady and relevent updates hurt situational awareness or pilot performance? Plus, they were having trouble with the FMS so I would rather the guy keep communication open.

[@bennie1138000]

20:16 The best place to go flying. Long Island south practice area

[@michaelburke750]

... “she’s weird like that...” omg wth... last thing I’d want to hear about a FMS

[@mvonsmallhausen3221]

"I'm afraid I can't do that, Dave"

[@brianhubbard6423]

Yeah ruff. I've had a smoother ride in my side by side in the mountains of Colorado. God bless.

[@john5321]

The present site of Roosevelt Mall is where Lindberg took off from...

[@MrSunlander]

Sweet!