YOUR AIRCRAFT HAS A PROBLEM... WHO TOLD YOU THAT?

[@imachacker]

I've seen so many youtubers with sr22s and so many of them never 'clear' before starting. One time when watching I heard an excuse saying it's difficult to do it in this aircraft due to the design of the door. To all those pilots out there take a look at every single one of Niko's videos. He opens the door every single time. Being a great pilot is all in the details.

[@CAPFlyer]

Except that first one where he had a line guy and just signaled engine start. :)

[@vonw.3294]

At WMU we fly Sr20's and we have to yell clear every time we are about to start up. We open the door and yell Clear. Its not hard at all, just open the door.

[@maesc2001]

I don’t get that clear prop ritual at all. I’m gonna piss some of by referencing us in Europe but honestly this does not exist here. A) there’s usually not many people on the apron anyway and B) when you see someone boarding his plane, who kind of walks near the prop?

[@CAPFlyer]

@@maesc2001 The words "clear prop", while originally for actually clearing the area around the prop(s), is used more today to let people in the area to know that you're about to start the engine and to just be aware. Just because someone isn't in your prop area doesn't mean that someone's not behind you and not ready to get blasted by the propwash should you fire up. Also, I'm not sure about Europe, but there's plenty of people who get in their plane and take 10-15 minutes before they start the engine, so just assuming that everyone on the ramp saw you get in is taking a pretty big risk that can be alleviated by such a simple action.

[@ryebred]

99% of the people that actually do yell “clear prop” then go on to start the engine 1 sec or less after yelling it which makes it pretty ineffective at doing anything.

[@M1stersupersonic8]

4:08 For those curious, that unique looking 727 is Raytheon's testbed aircraft Voodoo 1, registration N289MT

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

What's the story on it? Thanks for the info.

[@jadesluv]

@@cluelessbeekeeping1322 testing a cloaker

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

@@jadesluv What's a cloaker???

[@fuzzymath6240]

Neat factoid!

[@r.p.3192]

The difficult thing is to stay focused and clear your brain of this pretty annoying ATC confusion. That‘s exactly one of those moments where things might get out of hand and you might trigger a chain of mistakes... luckily the weather and the scenery helped to counterbalance the negative experience. No copilot to lend a hand, single engine, well done Niko!

[@Trenaway]

18 minute of burning fuel waiting for clearance, yep, I would be pissed too.

[@harpoon_bakery162]

and his engine was overheating

[@hewhohasnoidentity4377]

My issue is the location of the delay. If the controller was told there was a problem with the plane, why was no personal communication made in that time. How long would they have allowed him to be at the runway line? While the situation seems so minor and petty, the response seems like he is very close to some serious issues. Tower facilities should outwardly appear to have a culture of safety first and only. Here the officials say wrong information was given and then a different person allowed him to sit there with no communication. Something reeks in that tower.

[@Aleksandar6ix]

Imagine if it was a training flight....rental + instructor......OUCH! I've had departure delays myself, but not this bad.

[@Flyingdumbbells]

That was nothing. Go try fly out of a busy international airport in Low Vis Ops.

[@peetiegonzalez1845]

Imagine doing that in a helicopter. On a flight lesson. This is probably why most schools don't fly out of B-class airspace. (mine did). Still... as a student it was a great experience having to get in and out of bravo every time.

[@yelesaycholak5847]

I really love that Niko includes tower talks which makes it more enjoyable

[@andyrechenberg]

2:47 the Super Guppy! Saw her doing touch and goes at EFD. She doesn’t look like she could even fly. Thanks for the video.

[@chaz921dren8]

That was awesome to see those electrical generators with the focused sun rays

[@jimbob962]

After a long day, I unwind at 3am to watch your videos and they bring immense joy. The bit of scenery we got to see was stunning. Thank you for making this wonderful content!

[@unclemark5239]

Cool Hand Luke (1967): "What we've got here is failure to communicate".

[@aviatorcrafty102]

Possible controller deviation, ready to copy phone number

[@vonw.3294]

The tables have turned!

[@JohnRobertson22]

That’s why I prefer to overnight at delta and golf airports. Us little guys get the shaft more than I’m willing to put up with when there is that much commercial traffic. Sorry you had to deal with that Niko. Great content as always!

[@NikosWings]

Some of the Deltas in the area would not accommodate a rental car. So it had to be ONT

[@JohnRobertson22]

Oh I see, curtesy cars are pretty common in the golfs in my area (Midwest). I have never flown through the southwest or southeast. Thanks for the heads up! That information will come in handy when I expand my horizons!!

[@NikosWings]

Courtesy cars for 1 hour is one thing, a rental is a different story. I need flexibility when travel on business. Meetings, employee dinners, lunch. Can’t rely on Uber

[@JohnRobertson22]

Niko's Wings I see, I haven’t flown for business yet, just educationally and recreationally

[@MrUraniumProductions]

Awesome video! Thanks

[@theghostknife3214]

Janet Airlines at 14:17. Flys out to Area 51, and other locations within the Nevada Test and Training Range

[@LVVideoGuy]

We can't talk about Janet flights!!!! :)

[@theghostknife3214]

Flying Z Customs ;-)

[@vonw.3294]

good eye

[@randylinn502]

No such locations...

[@firekraqr]

Janet's don't exist.

[@jamescarroll6954]

Thanks for an aerial tour of my old home territory. Glad you had a better day once you were cleared to leave.

[@fitz4adventures]

Every video you put out is just so much fun to watch.

[@jiajianhou426]

That landing tho, I can’t even tell when the plane touched down. Perfect.

[@WillaHerrera]

There should be no such incompetence. My heart is pumping so rapidly.

[@003rog]

In aviation, as in life in general, you can make a plan, but you can’t plan the outcome. Breathe deep and go with the flow.

[@robertbowling8393]

From Ohio, thank you for sharing yet another great flight ... Glad it turned out to be a good flight for you after the obviously stressful start. You handled yourself most tactfully! Again, great flight. Fly safe and stay well ... As always, good business to you sir.

[@aerolex1]

Really enjoy learning from your experiences. Thanks

[@fuzzyjax]

Great video. Thanks for taking us along.

[@jameshyatte7230]

Beautiful scenery on that trip! When the words "ready to copy phone number" is usually the other way around lol, great video as always Niko.

[@gregnettles3677]

That was awesome glade you stayed calm.

[@RamonAlmodovar]

thanks for everything slow guy .. always a pleasure

[@antoniobranch]

Flight following and/or pop-up clearance works all or at least most of the time. Great Video.

[@evanwoolston6312]

Hi Niko I was the Maule 18T you were waiting for as you left SPF today. I almost said Hi on the radio because I thought I recognized your voice but I thought, nah it couldn’t be. Anyway I am glad to see you in the area. Take care. Evan.

[@NikosWings]

Next time say hello

[@evanwoolston6312]

@@NikosWings I hope there is a next time and I certainly will say Hi.

[@goldfishhhification]

Amazing composure........ I have tons of respect.

[@jturie]

good call on cancelling IFR....gtfo of that confusing situation.

[@slidewaze]

It was really nice to hear how much you enjoyed your VFR flight to KLAS. We do have some nice airspace around here. Safe travels!

[@NikosWings]

Thanks, you too!

[@dheyes803]

Niko, you are definitely a trooper. Your ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with ATCs who might have a touch of altitude sickness and/or not enough caffeine. KLAS is not an easy base for departure but as always, you passed the test without turning heads.

[@NikosWings]

Wait for the next episode. KLAS ATC were incredible

[@slidewaze]

@@NikosWings Ya, they are a pretty good group.

[@ifixbones]

Congrats Nikko on keeping your cool during the ridiculous episode! Great video as usual.

[@ttjclz]

Another very enjoyable video. Thank you.!

[@mikeharris50]

Send them a bill for fuel

[@bstancel12]

Very cool aircraft you have there.

[@cduemig1]

I’m sure that was frustrating. Very cool seeing the liquid sodium solar plants in operation. I’ve never seen that before especially not from that vantage point.

[@madelinevicioso7980]

You are so patient 🙏❤️❤️

[@chadwilson5848]

Great video Niko. I'm just down the road from you in Sunrise. Really enjoy watching. Thanks for taking the time.

[@3blades476]

GREAT video Niko. I always enjoy your content!

[@NikosWings]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@nolinovio6748]

after watching 20 or so videos of yours, I don't look at clouds the same way anymore

[@cirrusflyerh2843]

Hi Nicko, did you see the F16 tailing you as you tracked the border wall at 2:57 ?

[@NikosWings]

They couldn’t keep up, lol

[@stevenleyson728]

i agree about niko said about california. it gives a vibes that so calm and nice i was in LA last august 25 2019 i missed san diego so much so nice to go out about 6am in the morning those sunset scenery and ridges it's absolutely fascinating.

[@kayrogers8417]

I always enjoy your flights. Well done.

[@thedesertpilot3118]

I'm glad you got to see the beauty of the southwest! The best part of living here is the beautiful scenery for flying.

[@daniellopardo]

I've just discovered your channel and subscribed right away, love it! and you have a beautiful plane as well. Safe Travels!

[@NikosWings]

Thank you very much!

[@philmaxwell1858]

Enjoyed another flight with you! Never saw solar setup like that before. Thanks. The guy up St. Andrews.

[@parshasanjana25]

You came a long way brother

[@tennesseewoodsigns8637]

Wow! That was crazy confusion. Love your videos!

[@4harps753]

Nikko when I was 8 I “knew” I’d become a pilot someday. I went to USCG Academy, flew helos as a cadet (orientation flight) and couldn’t wait to get to flight school. Unfortunately a training accident on my first ship assignment damaged my hearing so flight school was a lost dream. Private lessons were never able to materialize (life happens). Actually never even been in a single engine aircraft. Watching your videos has let me get a little taste of the flying lifestyle I always hoped to experience. I don’t really understand why but they relax me. Thank you, thank you, thank you for doing them!

[@NikosWings]

Hey David you can fly with me when the chance arises.

[@4harps753]

Niko's Wings You’ve got yourself a deal! I’ll keep an eye out for you in the SE Mass skies or drive to Boca someday. 😎

[@lucabaldoni8911]

hey since my last comment i purchased my first plane a piper archer up in RI and took it down to NC couple of weeks ago...will need to get into video making :) cheers!!! hope to have the chance to fly west as well...beautiful scenery

[@NikosWings]

Do it Luca, the more the better

[@chadcawley8112]

Mannnn great videos your the man keep them coming please!

[@darrellbelk426]

I've lived in Arizona my whole life Niko and I'm glad you are able to see the beauty of the Southwest. So many people in this country just don't get how nice it is out here in the West. Safe travels Brother.

[@rdakessian]

I just picked up my new sr22t from knoxville this week. Now to edit my videos to make them look as good as yours! ;) great videos and content.

[@NikosWings]

Congratulations Robert! You are doing something right...

[@rdakessian]

Niko's Wings like my Kalymnos born dad says. “Always do the right things and the right things will come to you” keep up the good work!

[@NikosWings]

Your dad is a wise man!!!

[@jebblinne3273]

Excellent as always!

[@mmichaeldonavon]

Certainly enjoyed this video, Niko. Yes, I would have been pissed off also. :) Great "greaser landing" at Vegas - I love the glitz there. Haven't made that stop (when I had a motor home) for a number of years. Thanks for the stop.

[@Peakbase]

They seemed to be having an issue reading back your tail number. Perhaps that caused an incorrect report of which plane was having issues 🤷🏼‍♂️. You handled it very professionally...not that anybody would expect anything different. Great content, as always.

[@kf8679]

Beautiful flight ..other than the hold up for take off... passionates is a virtue...Great Job Niko....

[@ozziepilot2899]

As always a great flight and interesting ATC dialog lol clearly they were confused somewhat. I've heard about those solar processing towers, never seen one so thanks for sharing Niko, stay safe and well cheers from Aussie :)

[@jameschen9099]

What 's Cirrus's procedure on Forced Landing ? if you are able to glide to an aerodrome (asphalt or grass) you continue to do so ? Else, glide over an empty field and pull the CAPS at the prescribed altitude ? Always into wind ?

[@NikosWings]

You pull the CAPS unless there is 100% certainty that you will make the field

[@MrDecaliostro]

Insanely beautiful flights!

[@georgelaureano5815]

Great flight kico

[@BaronPilot]

Great series as always. I would not have been a happy camper sitting there. But you handled it well. 👍🏼

[@aviatortrevor]

My speculative guess is that ground controller said a different aircraft had an issue. The tower controller confused them for you. Honest mistake.

[@NikosWings]

They never said that

[@CAPFlyer]

I'd more believe that Ground heard another aircraft saying something about a problem and confused them with Niko and then told Tower that Niko was having a problem than Tower mis-hearing Ground. Either way - it was odd for Tower to say that she was waiting for release at first and then not confirm whether you had a problem and only "realizing" the confusion after Niko said something.

[@Chris_the_Muso]

Regardless, if a pilot asks for clearance, you don't then turn around and tell them they have a problem with their aircraft unless you've completely messed up. If there really had been a problem with the aircraft in that location (blocking approach to the runway), the controller would have (should have) been asking Niko for status and his intentions. It's not making a lot of sense. The overheating issue is potentially a serious one, and the supervisor covering up mistakes is an even more serious one. Niko was understandably pissed. The tower should have owned the problem and undertaken to review the procedures that failed in this case. I'm guessing there's a method for going over the supervisors head and reporting the incident, which might not be a bad idea considering the lacklustre response.

[@gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043]

Chris Robinson • Potentially dangerous, indeed; as in, the ATC (where, when and type aircrafts involved escapes me now) may well have “forgotten” Niko had he been lined up on the runway to depart. Then she might have given landing clearance to an approaching passenger jet. This scenario really happened and many were killed as a result.

[@Helibeaver]

I'd say it was an honest mistake, and not that big of a deal. Engine was not overheating, or he would have shut down.

[@JEVI3NDOU]

4:10 What kind of aircraft is this? Why does it have such a nose cone ?

[@NikosWings]

Big engine on the Cirrus SR22 Turbo G6

[@albriseno2428]

great video. You showed remarkable restraint in Ontario, more than I would have had.

[@bartgoins1782]

Being short staffed is never and excuse for incompetence. If you can't do your job, you're in the wrong job.

[@marsgal42]

I'd be pissed too. I also wonder if "Cessna 2SZ" had something to do with it. Nice JANET 737. :-) On my last flight I was number three for takeoff with a couple more on approach. Things were getting warm and I was watching the gauges closely. Once I was in the air all was well.

[@HoosierPilot]

Was that a guppy on the ramp towards the beginning of the video? Also one day I hope to be able to put videos together the way you do.

[@freelanceastronaut8692]

I saw that too. It looked like it to me. It looked like there were some military aircraft there as well.

[@HoosierPilot]

Chad Dossett yeah I noticed. That would have been an awesome stop to see some interesting aircraft!

[@Bnormandy]

Yeah, it was a Guppy use to watch them come in and out of there when I was stationed in El Paso.

[@HoosierPilot]

Bnormandy I thought it was. They’re pretty rare. Do you know how many there are? I didn’t realize that was El Paso. I missed that part.

[@mwechtal]

@@HoosierPilot Wikipedia says they made 5 Guppies.

[@donaldholman9070]

Great video. Thank you

[@jeremey2072]

Thank you for taking the time to produce these videos, I know it takes three times longer than it takes to shoot it (at least!) - I'm studying for my Student License with the goal of obtaining my PPL - and since I live in Alaska and my family lives in Florida (my aunt lives in Boca) obtaining my Instrument Rating will definitely be in the works, I am just looking forward to getting up in the air. Your videos are inspiring, thank you!

[@NikosWings]

You are right on the time it takes to edit. Good luck with your PPL and later on your IR.

[@maxvideodrome4215]

Well, at least Niko has air conditioning! 🙂

[@stevefisher2553]

That solar generator was INCREDIBLE

[@slidewaze]

It's quite impressive. And you can't imagine how bright until you try and look at them on a bright day with the naked eye. The camera just doesn't compare.

[@TachyonDriver]

Nice shot of the Fedex MD-11. Great in flight shots as usual, Niko! Thank you.

[@klc317]

Great view of those solar power generators. Ive seen those while flying the airlines out west and even from way up there they are quite a sight to see.

[@caryfields3927]

I thought I was dreaming with that controller issue! But the flight was one of the most beautiful that turned it around.!

[@scotty2307]

So, what does a short staffing problem have to do with an incorrect report of aircraft problems? I think that there is some CYA going on in Ontario, CA.

[@CAPFlyer]

Controllers working multiple frequencies. Note it was the same guy on both the Ground and Clearance Delivery frequency. A lot of ATC at these bigger towers aren't used to working multiple channels. It does take some adjustment. I know as a pilot I had a hard time at first listening to 2 (now 3) frequencies at the same time and still being able to pick out what is being said on each and not confusing which one is which. It's a good skill to have.

[@GreggK6EGG]

@@CAPFlyer ONT isn't that busy

[@CAPFlyer]

@@GreggK6EGG From what numbers are you looking at? According to the FAA, ONT had nearly 5.6 million passengers in 2019 with over 83,500 commercial flights (pax, cargo, and charter), nearly 16,000 GA operations, and 336 military operations for a total of 100,479 total operations in 2018. That's an average of 275 movements per day. I wouldn't call that not "that busy". Not only that, but considering its directly under the LAX arrivalc corridor, and is a Class C airport, I would say it's busy enough.

[@GreggK6EGG]

flights have been down since march. I grew up 2 miles from that airport, my father in-law ran ops there for many years. I would say the controllers are at the mercy of SOCAL but as far as tower ops. most of the cargo runs late night early morning. as far as timing of the video it was around 1pm very low time. the traffic south of the airport is handled by chino where most of the GA flys. sounds like more of a controller issue. ive heard of this before at Ontario.

[@Newberntrains]

@@GreggK6EGG before covid they had a massive SWA AND ATLAS operation goin

[@HobbyZobby]

Awesome plane good flying cool CH!

[@Henoik]

That tower controller stumbled on her words there a bit... In Norway we have a saying: "Think, push, wait, speak", referring to think about what you're going to say, push the PTT, wait a second, and then say what's on your mind.

[@doubleplazroblox3944]

Eco Power in Cali with mirrors even wind power is not enough to keep Cali powered up. I have flown out of La Verne CA which is next to Ontaria CA smaller but easier to get in and out of.

[@andrewmartin8739]

Great video Niko , thanks for posting , not sure what's worse the ridiculous ATC departure delay or being called the small slow one , keep on posting 👍

[@mktwatcher]

Your flying videos never disappoint. I can get my excitement just silenting flying along with you. It looks like Covid-19 hasn't slowed you down at all.

[@NikosWings]

It did, this was from last November.

[@WillaHerrera]

Great video. I'm glad you stuck up for yourself "SLOW GUY" Niko 😆

[@MrGovtCheese]

I tried to find Niko's plane in Flight Simulator 2020 but the Cirrus SR22 is only available in the Premium version. Now I have to upgrade to fly along with my fav channel. Thanks a lot Niko. 😁

[@tadeuszlufik]

I made it 1000 likes. Love the videos....the montage of footage and sweet music alone. Amazing Niko. Wish I could catch you sometime in the Chitown area

[@marshie1337]

is the "122SZ" callsign to lowkey troll atc? i could see if being hard to read back, esp in a high pressure environment like the tower.

[@NikosWings]

There’s nothing complicated about 122SZ

[@marshie1337]

​@@NikosWings i agree but i wondered since the controller said he liked the callsign. the general similarities in the characters can play tricks on the mind as any dyslexic would tell you. ps, thank you for responding niko. very good stuff.

[@AmericanExplorer]

That was crazy at Ontario! That confusing exchange and misinformation wouldn't have inspired my confidence in departing safely depending on their instructions. The scenery was beautiful! I've never seen nor heard of the solar power generators that use mirrors. That was quite a sight! Nice catch of the "alleged" Janet Airlines jet at 14:15 that "allegedly" ferries workers to and from Area 51 that doesn't exist, lol!

[@Shit_I_Missed.]

Look up Heliostat power plant, or Solar Power Tower. jrbdtx is right they can get up to 1000 °F. Amazing things.

[@PercivalFakeman]

It sounded like a sincere apology.

[@NikosWings]

And it was and that diffused the situation and the call with the sup was very friendly.

[@hardlylivin6602]

Always loved aircraft but I really like the one being flown in this video. Reminds me of Mercedes Benz but with wings.

[@YardLimit]

I flew into KLAS in my Mooney, coming from the east. It was great. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@Fippel96]

Just woke up & saw new vid of Niko.. greetings from Germany

[@hgbugalou]

I'm in love with your plane. If I ever get my GA license I'd love to have exactly what you have.

[@motorwouter]

Thanks for this amazing vlog again 👌🙂

[@visarma9673]

Quick question? What were your airport fees at Vegas? Or, was a full tank of fuel suffice? On a side note:: I experienced something close at KONT. Also, if you think you have overheating concerns at ONT? Wait until a afternoon departure at Vegas...

[@NikosWings]

The cost was not that bad, fuel was expensive but overall not as bad as you would think.

[@visarma9673]

Niko's Wings - nice and evasive... I enjoy following your channel.. keep up the good work...

[@slidewaze]

Welcome to a density altitude of FL-450 :^)

[@greenthumb6875]

Your professional as they come... Great video... I want to purchase a cap...

[@jrbdtx]

The top of those towers is a giant container of superheated liquid salt. They can get up to 1000° F.

[@JoeVanDyke4240]

And, the company just declared Bankruptcy this morning

[@NikosWings]

Too much real estate and too much technology for seemingly small power output

[@oscarjonesxxx2893]

Yeah -essentially 'your tax dollars at work'. I heard that it takes more energy to start them up in the morning than they make all day. Not confirmed///

[@JoeVanDyke4240]

@@oscarjonesxxx2893 The Big Part of this is that they got a HUGE Tax Break, I believe somewhere in the 25 Million Range, from the Feds for building it

[@NikosWings]

Somebody made money, unfortunately not the tax payers... what a waste... interesting example of what NOT to do though. If these were real solar panels instead of mirrors it would have been maybe a bit more expensive but I bet it would be generating much more power. Uneducated guess...

[@adamant6016]

i always thought that was so cool to fly over and see those huge mirror dishes thats where they are fracking.

[@NikosWings]

They are not fracking, they produce power by heating up oil which in turn heats up water to turn a steam turbine

[@mjotd8670]

wow, not sure what has grabbed my attention more, Niko's great video, or all the comments posted regarding the delayed take-off...either way, keep em coming Niko!

[@theresasrangerdaddy]

Another great video. Not sure how often you're on the west coast. But the next time you're in Vegas, I'll buy you lunch and a cup of coffee.

[@Oceanbreezefarm]

Niko, what was the route you took from Dallas to El Paso?

[@NikosWings]

It shows on the video

[@Saldanga007]

Another great video 👍