WORST time for Flight TEST - IFR Status VLOG #10

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[@hygri]

Strikes me that five years has been more of an advantage - you've come a hell of a long way, and the level of training you've achieved by creating a community is frankly amazing! Aaand I now have my first flying lesson booked this January. All your fault dammit.

[@motorTranz]

Good luck and God speed.

[@GaryMCurran]

Jason, don't know how old you are, doesn't matter, really. DaVinci, I believe, once said that once you take to the skies you'll never look upward again the same way. Hundreds of years before flight, of any kind, it's very prophetic. You will understand when your instructor gives you the controls for the first time. You are joining a very limited club, and you will see things in a way that others do not, can not. Welcome.

[@vivaanignacio9363]

i guess it is kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to watch new movies online?

[@lawsonjude6642]

@Vivaan Ignacio I dunno I use Flixportal. You can find it by googling:P -lawson

[@vivaanignacio9363]

@Lawson Jude Thanks, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) I really appreciate it!!

[@Diegokitro]

I did a paperless IFR flight test, I had the AIM and CAP in foreflight and when I wasn't 100% sure of an answer I used the search, that saves a lot of time in the oral portion

[@daffidavit]

Dear FlightChops. You've made so many accomplishments over the years with so many "type ratings". I had no idea you didn't have your instrument rating. You have overcome many more adversaries than the instrument rating. It's tough I know, but yet it is fun and exiting. But you have the "Chops" to win it the first time. Remember a lot of people don't pass the instrument rating the first time and rightly so. But very many more don't pass the flight instructor rating the first time and very rightfully so as well. You have done more than the best student pilots have ever accomplished. My advice to you is to "know you have earned it". You will win it.

[@FlightChops]

Thanks so much for this comment. It’s been hard to see the bigger picture lately while I have focussed on this goal, which has eluded me for so long.

[@jdef1]

I agree. You have a lot to be proud of Steve. Almost every pilot does an instrument rating. How many have T6 ratings? Forget 2019...2020 is the year you start with an instrument rating and it's only up from there! Always rooting for you!

[@gabrielvazquez1691]

I have my IFR checkride on January 9. Six days from now.

[@nickyd018]

Mines on the 6th! Good luck 👍

[@gabrielvazquez1691]

@@nickyd018 same to you. Let's get this rating done.

[@raulramos6393]

I have mine the 7th. Let's do this!

[@gabrielvazquez1691]

Look at that, back to back to back

[@raulramos6393]

@@gabrielvazquez1691 where are you based out of?

[@jasoncarter7971]

Nice job taking ownership of the PIC part of that flight. "Are you really going to do those calculations while flying? Yes."

[@TheCanadianBubba]

Still amazing how fast the time goes watching these, especially for someone who has no desire to be a pilot. It's a real testament to how well you put these videos together Steve. All the best to you and your family this year !

[@susangardner294]

2020 is the year I get my IFR rating! Thank you for sharing everything you have gone through. Love your channel!

[@roryfiler214]

Mind = blown. The amount of stuff you need to know for IFR seems overwhelming. Lots of little details and nuances, hat's off to you for groking it all! Good luck on your test, I know you'll do well.

[@rocketplane8862]

Man, I remember when you were first doing instrument training, you would have task saturated so hard between asking for the hold and entering it. Looks like you nailed it!

[@gveduccio]

whatever the books say I typically make a call starting the approach, 5 miles out, 3 mile final, 1 mile final...overflying the runway...

[@carveroutdoors]

You can do it! I started watching your channel about 2 years ago and just finished my instrument December 2019. Just remember to watch your altitudes like a hawk on approach and keep that CDI pinned to the proper heading. Don't fixate! Remember to hit that VLOC or GPS button for the approach type.

[@rocketrider1405]

Although it's been a tad turbulent for you, I'm enjoying this video series (and your dog).

[@cfritz8492]

Just finished my IFR check ride Dec 4th with same weather and short distance approach challenges. Your videos are very relatable and useful. Thanks for sharing!

[@FlightChops]

Awesome! Congrats!

[@jessebourgelas8811]

I know how you feel man. I just started at a new school at YXU, and I was trying to get checked out in a DA20 so I could get my CPL and Multi IFR done, but alas, I had the same issues. Crappy weather this time of year. Good luck. Keep up with the great content.

[@GaryLaaks1]

Happy new year Steve. This is your year. Tks for all your enery into brilliant content on your channel.

[@padsliderfranco9561]

Great vid....your capturing so much information. It’s amazing how we all analyze and learn.. the ForeFlight notes has value for all stages. Thank you and welcome 2020 to all.

[@hj45lp]

Never mind finishing in 2019, you will finish before the end of the second decade, since that’s officially a year away. Good luck!

[@damclean]

Hang in there Steve! You will get it. Hopefully the right weather has already shown up for you.

[@toxaq]

Seems like that app needs an “undo clear” button. Being an iPad maybe it needed a shake... Quick wing wobble? ;)

[@rn2811]

Bring paper charts and paper plates! I actually had an issue with my tablet on my checkride ride so luckily I had backup, but you should have paper backups anyways and he’ll most likely fail your iPad along with your Garmin 430 so be prepared. Great job on figuring cold temp corrections in the cockpit this is where I messed up on my initial checkride. The fun thing is after you get your ticket is maintaining currency. Happy 2020 Steve!

[@nmnmnm35]

Yeap. My DPE failed both my ipad and the 430 on my IR checkride. Was definitely prepared and expected that though

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Weather never seems to cooperate with us! I probably could've taken my first paramotor flight if not for New England winter. The way I'm looking at it, is this is an opportunity to do more reading and learning before that day comes. I'm sure you're doing the same. Looks really tough from where I'm sitting, but you're getting through it, Steve! I have no doubt when the day finally comes, you'll do fantastic. Great start to the New Year, Steve! Thanks! 👍🍻

[@martinvictorhotel289mvh2]

this is really nice to watch! and what an achievement. I'm still far away from this, but anyway, I love the way how you explain this, and put this all together. Keep up the good work!

[@PaulGarthAviation]

DPE: "Oh... You're FlightChops. I've watched all your videos. Here's your rating. Bye." Continued success in 2020.

[@johng2963]

Well I guess i should update my AIM book to 2019... Move over all my tabs and re-highlight what I need to know... IN FRONT OF MY WELL STOCKED STUDY TABLE/BAR. After all this hard work, I deserve a drink. Steve - appreciate all your videos and sharing over the years. Wishing you all the best in 2020. The weather will cooperate soon - summer is only 6 months away!

[@billnicholson2470]

Better weather hopefully. You'll do fine...Good luck. Thanks for the journey.

[@chrisprophet9420]

Nice! Mike's going to love the dash! Tricky machine but rewarding! 👍

[@bradgibson1238]

I love these videos! Thanks for keeping it up.

[@theozzieflightsimmer1552]

that's exactly what my desk looked like when i was doing my PPL. well done ! you will never stop learning.

[@ThomasSmartt]

You got this man! Love your videos and your videos have inspired me so much. I'm just starting my private traning and I couldn't be more excited!

[@smartycummins2500]

Wow your still working on it! Glad to hear man! I had my ppl checkride January of last year and I’m about to do my CFI checkride next month! Keep after it

[@KeithMendoza]

Do your IFR rating at KSNA. Weather won't be much of an issue; but, a few Boeing's and Airbuses riding your tail will be.

[@josheick7776]

You got this. Great work.

[@anthonynicodemo6388]

Nice work Steve, interesting to see you make the cold temp calcs. Not something I've had to focus on, but good to know.

[@TriadAgone]

I think I heard you guys flying the other day while I was going to Lindsay! I remember OCH asking for a hold. Neat!

[@kudacuda4350]

Speaking of the simulator, functional knobs and buttons for radios and OBS are there in X plane global mobile's C172. It also comes with a Garmin 530 too that's useful for loading GPS and ILS procedures. I have nothing against infinite flight sim, but it's just not as advanced as X plane mobile.

[@joembuchi3146]

You're an inspiration to many. Including myself.

[@wildzach]

It took me 5 attempts to do the instrument checkride due to low freezing levels / snow.

[@tstanley01]

That 5 minutes prior thing is kind of goofy. Typically in the US they will clear you for the approach then if there isn't a tower, clear you to switch to CTAF. If you ride it IMC all the way to the ground you call and cancel, if you break out, you can switch back over and cancel with ATC....Heck in the US, at non-towered airports, radio calls aren't even required, it is just suggested.

[@brandongonzalez5882]

Nice piper warrior 2

[@jtthill5475]

Looks like a trip to Southern USA for the IFR test. Maybe the ice gods will allow a flight in 2020 before Summer. You have more patience than I, I would have booked a trip to USA just to complete the test. Good luck and thanks for sharing.

[@sljs1010]

Keep at it will happen.

[@ThatWasLoud]

Why does Transport Canada require calling 5 minutes before the estimated time of commencing an approach at an uncontrolled aerodrome? The FAA has no such requirement

[@theflyingfool]

Never trust electronics. Always take your paper scribblings with you Steve and remember that your radio calls still erroneously have "four" inserted in front of the aircraft ident :D

[@asimperson]

Oh hey there N456DX at 5:34 ! I did my first solo in that plane.

[@alexandermyrthue1987]

Looks like it's a job in itself to make this videos..... GOOD JOB FlightChops

[@FlightChops]

For sure yes - In this case it has been a solid debrief of the training I am doing currently, so producing the video was very helpful for my test prep.

[@benderandownz]

Keep going! I cant wait to get my instrument rating!

[@iesikhaty]

Trent Air Aviation mug!!?? That's a relic now lol - All the best buddy!

[@FlightChops]

Yup! George gave that to me when I did my first solo in a C-150 Feb 1996!

[@jsorbieus]

Seems to me that getting an IFR rating in Canada is significantly more detailed and difficult. The timing issue and cold weather corrections aren’t normally an issue on checkrides in the US, although my examiner did ask what the “snowflake” meant on the approach plates for KTVC.

[@iVince905]

Very similar none the less but different view on how TC views training compared to the FAA. To be fair CPL flight tests are easier in Canada, we don’t have to perform maneuvers like chandelles and lazy 8s. Also, majority of students do their IR after CPL and ME. I know in America, its different where one obtains an IR after PPL.

[@Valantir]

iVince905 I've never understood why so many students do multi and IFR AFTER their cpl here. School milking them for money really. You have so much time building to do between ppl and cpl why not do it during?

[@iVince905]

@@Valantir I guess it depends really if the student is modular or in a college integrated program where there is less freedom for the student to structure their own training.

[@MrBrowne86]

I’ve been promising my heli license since age 18, I’m now 33 and I’m 3\4 through 🤦‍♂️

[@projekt6_official]

You can do it!

[@daffidavit]

You will have it if you "WILL". I flunked my CFIA flight test several times back in 1972 before I finally passed the test, mostly because I didn't deserve it, but also because the FAA had a policy of not "allowing young kids to get CFI's". I know because I heard it through the grapevine that the FAA examiner who tested me said to others that "these young kids don't deserve to become flight instructors". Maybe he was right in his day because he was an ex-fighter pilot and I was age 21 back in 1972.

[@CanuckFlyer]

You can always ask for delaying vectors or even a hold on the Burlington approach if the timing between Hamilton and Burlington is too tight for comfort. That would help getting you the necessary time to make the "5 min prior to approach" radio call. Plus I'm pretty sure an examiner wouldn't come down on a student for not making that call 5 min prior. They treat it like real life, and in real IFR you typically dont make radio calls to your "Alternate" before you actually need to go there. Great Video and Good luck!

[@willr176]

whiteranger84 Exactly what I was thinking. Give yourself time to make the call, but also use the extra time to collect yourself and be sure the next approach is fully briefed; an examiner should look very kindly on good judgement like this. Best wishes for the exam once the weather cooperates!

[@480pilot]

My ifr was with paper, a 530 and 430 stack. My gosh i wish i would have had foreflight!

[@adrenalinowner7992]

It is all about learning, Just like driving a commercial truck from a Car

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Small window of opportunity, running out of time.. Oh lord this sounds like 'get-there-itis' that often leads to disaster. Be careful... always. As an oldster with medical issues that can never get a ticket, a SIM station like your are giving away would be the virtual ticket to my getting behind the yoke.

[@FlightChops]

If you'd like to win that panel, stay tuned for the announcement of when/how it will be given away. When was "get-there-itis" implied in this one? you mean my 2 month window to focus on the end of training and the test prep? It had to do with work scheduling, any other time of hear 2 months would have been more than enough - but to be safe, I ended up having to cancel most of my bookings due to bad weather - it is frustrating and inconvenient, but at no time did I push to fly when it was not safe to do so.

[@rynetreatch9558]

That ending seemed oddly familiar 😉😆

[@nicolasalin7523]

That flight sim is AMAZING 😍

[@MichaelPMc]

40 years ago I went through the cycle of weather or money forcing me many times to cancel my final flight test for my ppl. Long story short circumstances and regulatory changes meant I was outside the window on my student permit with 55 flight hours in my log book and the cost of trying again more than 3 times what I already had spent with no schools here, go ahead to 5 years ago and many hours flying with others and flying a friends pipistrel until he crashed the aircraft I finally was in a position to try and pick up where I had left off. Full 20 hour ground school then trouble with medical. Transport Canada really doesn't want people flying. My flying buddy built a single seat E-Gull so no more flying with him :( . Hopefully before I die I will find the money to at least get an ultralight and the license to fly it

[@sactu1]

Man that's really frustrating. I have been following your IFR journey - in fact I watched a few of your theory study videos before deciding to get my IR. So back in May last year I sat the test, then did the practical course over three weeks full-time. Got my Instrument Rating (during winter down under), and have been rated for the past seven months. And you're still not there yet. I guess our weather is a lot more conducive to flying than Canada's - although very occasionally (in the dead of winter) we have to consider icing. Stick in there buddy. OR, hop on a plane to Australia and get it done down here!! Some good real world IMC at present (smoke). :)

[@FlightChops]

Thanks! And sorry about the wild fires - that is a heartbreaking situation down there. My IFR journey has been slow due to many factors - it is frustrating, but at the same time, I don't regret any of it.

[@bicycle697]

Thanks!!

[@devingraves8044]

I had my PPL checkride yesterday, but had to discontinue after the oral due to weather...

[@georgia_dawgs_2746]

Devin Graves how hard was the oral for you?

[@devingraves8044]

@@georgia_dawgs_2746 it was not super hard actually. If you are in a 141 program, it will be easier than the stage 4 oral. My biggest recommendation to study is get the ASA PPL oral exam guide and have a friend or family member go through it with you cover to cover, having you answer each question out loud and having them verify if its correct with the written answer in the book. This will take about 10 hours if done thoroughly, but it is worth it.

[@georgia_dawgs_2746]

Devin Graves Ok thanks for the feedback. I’ll have to check out that book. Appreciate it!

[@KevinSPare]

Psssed my checkride on the last possible day, my INRAT expired at midnight....passed it at 2pm lol.

[@FlightChops]

That's awesome!

[@flexplexico480]

No worries, the submarine eats ice for breakfast ;)

[@ThatWasLoud]

Steve I wish you didn't say it's before your callsign. It's 100% fluff

[@FlightChops]

thanks yes, trying to do better with radio calls...

[@AliBaba-vw7mo]

*Infinite flight sponsors this video* XPlane Mobile : “hold my beer”

[@realisticfsxpilot2215]

Xplane 11 PC:"Step aside kido"

[@Review-This]

I would love to win your flight simulator. Thank you for all your videos

[@Senseigainz]

Great content. Personally In against using GPS in an IFR test. The test should be based on basic instrumentation and charts. Only for the purpose of obtaining the PBN portion should the GPS be used.

[@oliverokeeffe6379]

Why did he have to do an approach and missed at one airport to go to another airport

[@fbnx4219]

It sounds like there is some serious grounding issue with the radio on that plane.

[@Dan007UT]

All that heads down in the cockpit gives me anxiety. Me being only a student pilot and often having to avoid all kinds of traffic I'm always eyes outside.

[@Rourke-Slimer]

That's the difference between IFR and VFR. Can't clear traffic when you can't see out the window.

[@Dan007UT]

@@Rourke-Slimer good point!

[@FlightChops]

Yes, we had filed IFR for that flight, and did spend a fair bit of it in actual IMC conditions - that said, when in clear skies, even when operating IFR and on radar, we still do look out for traffic. Only a few minutes of a 2.6 hour flight are shared in this video.

[@radbaron]

Hey Steve, another great video! Hope this one doesn't self destruct in 24 hours! Someone else commented on the Closed Captioning... and it's in Korean. I turned it to English translation... you might want to remove the CC from this video on your end if you can!

[@FlightChops]

weird - ok thanks - I will look into that

[@cjl76]

A wee tip: Once you've calculated/annotated your corrections, take a screenshot. If you accidentally clear then later, you just refer back to your screenshot ;) Good luck with your test, you'll kill it

[@FlightChops]

Thanks. And yes, I mentioned it briefly in the video that I meant to, but forgot to screen grab initially, but I did cap it after doing the in flight calculations

[@1shARyn3]

Ah, the GNS430..... The planes I trained on were Bendix-King equipped. I went to a different FBO for my practical ---- and they used the 430. KICKED MY BUTT!!!!!!!!! Didn't have much beyond introductory training on it. Really regretted that. But hang in there --- you'll get it done. Schedules are only concepts of the human mind. Don't sweat the small stuff

[@NETBotic]

Someone had one inch of ice buildup!?

[@cirruscapo]

You really got into the weeds in this one Steve, but I liked it... And good luck on getting your IFR...

[@FlightChops]

Glad you enjoyed this deep dive - editing it helped me solidify several things

[@DominicUliano]

Great video. Quick question, I noticed that you have a Logitech k400 keyboard on your sim. Are you using that with Windows 10? and is it working okay for you?

[@FlightChops]

Seems to be working fine, yes.

[@naronwayne652]

10 days until my instrument checkride.........

[@FlightChops]

right on - get after it!

[@GaryMCurran]

Very first thing, at 0:35 into the video. "I'll never use this again!" Never say Never! You have no concept what the future holds. Sure, the RV is going to have a state of the art panel, but what happens when you decide you want to take the wife and the daughter to Sun 'n' Fun? Are you going to fly the RV, or maybe, instead, you'll rent an Arrow or a Seneca to take you. They may not have all the latest and greatest. Stay proficient in everything. By the way, before you go and give away that sweet sim you have at home, wait until FS 2020 hits the market, and see if you can plug it up to that sim. I would LOVE to see a sim like that with wrap around displays running FS2020 in VFR mode. That ought to be interesting. Now, as to the ratinsg, you'll get it eventually. Spend some more time in the sim honing your skills, even if you can't log it. When that day comes, and by the way, next Monday and next Friday are both above freezing, although Friday is raining, you'll still feel fresh and comfortable. I've said all along, you're going to ace your test, don't fear it, but more importantly, don't fear yourself! Can't wait for you to get it.

[@FlightChops]

Yes, fair point - even when editing I cringed when I heard myself say that. What I am really doing is more of a self imposed rite of passage - attacking the rating in one of the most challenging ways; with a 6 pack panel and no auto pilot. Many people get their instrument ratings in a G1000 and only have to turn off the auto pilot briefly during the check ride.

[@GaryMCurran]

@@FlightChops I won't say you are doing it the hard way, but I won't say it's the right it best way, either. Is a good way, one of many, and I think it makes you work harder, but there's nothing wrong with that. I DO know, just like the Harvard, you'll do just fine with this and you'll get that rating with no problem. Proud of ya, Steve. I wish I could still be flying, so you're doing this for what Vern Demerest in "Airport" called 'ground-bound penguins!' I, for one, am thankful for you doing this for us.

[@dannybryant4459]

Morning when you do the IFR hope you will have a great day for the flight

[@edhaskell1554]

Why are your CC's in Korean with no option to change to English?

[@FlightChops]

Don't know - I will look into it

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

That engine has not been touched for a quite a while...looks pretty awful.

[@FlightChops]

It is actually touched all the time - the maintenance at the school is solid and it runs great. Now, is it cleaned often? no.

[@Hedgeflexlfz]

Damn took you forever