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Your content is also sharp! Now I have something fresh to watch. Thanks for doing your part to highlight GA 🫡 I'm subscribed and along for the journey.

@@OpenSourceGA thanks, will do the same. I’ll be sure to check in periodically. Maybe we will meet at a flying event one day. Fly safe brother

Thank you very much! I'm glad you're enjoying.

It didn't fully click when he said that just how long ago he was talking about. RJ is in his nineties...he has seen some stuff.

Thanks for stopping by!

with the weather cooling down in the Savannah area, it would be absolutely beautiful down there for next month's fly-in. Wish I could’ve done a better job, capturing the dew on the grass early in the morning...it just felt like a flying paradise.

I completely understand! Newer, we can do. Safer, we can do. Affordable? No there is where the issue lies and will continue to be the case. The only affordable path right now are homebuilts and other experimental airplanes I’m completely a fan of experimentals. If we could get build time and complexity down (adhesives vs. rivets, composites vs. aluminum...), I think we’d be well on our way to having the community solve its own affordability crisis.

I'm taking a little deep dive into the history of this airplane design and it’s absolutely fascinating. And thank you! She let's me play with airplanes...I think I'll keep her.

I'll probably keep both around

I'm told there was nothing wrong with the airplane...just a family dispute. That hurts more than being put down for a cracked case.

@@OpenSourceGA That hurts more than someone losing their medical and holding onto it hoping to fly again some day. I'd come out there and peruse what's available, but any chance I'm going to have of rescuing something is going to have to be relatively local or short-term cross country capable to get it where I can put some love into it.

He's seriously so cool. What can you tell us about him?

It's such an iconic design. Thought it looked strange at first then really enjoy it now. Any of those Mooneys look like they can be saved? Where are you based?

In a word: Easily. The spar attachment AD is a pretty simple one but gets people excited. My interior doesn't even need to come out to access the spar bolts inside, nuts on the bottom. I met a great NDT guy RJ Mariano here in Savannah who has done several. I highlighted him in my Eagle Neck Fly-In video. If he finds something...then I'll be asking for donations haha. The findings rate is incredibly low so I'm not worried. The Lyco AD doesn't require much work at all. Again if they find something...you react to it. Chances neither AD will be disruptive for me. I'll let you all know if they are.

I really like this idea. I think it’s a great way to document where we’ve been with general aviation. I could imagine even framing certain parts to have a family display. Ultimately I need to get out there and speak to more people and maybe some of you, my followers, could help connect me with some interesting Aviators

Thank you! I end up talking to people like this almost every weekend. I'm going to spend more time recording some stories and sharing them for who's to come.

This means a lot to me brother. I've been a fan for so long. Building up this network one person at a time.

I was everywhere at BHS 😂🇰🇳

@OpenSourceGA Yh I swear I saw that face before small world I would have been a few years behind you...nice video BTW keep them coming!

@ really nice to know there are people from back home who value aviation. I'll fly myself down one day. It's a goal of mine.

Wait - people actually watch all the way to the end?! You just scored bonus points and if you send me an email at hostesscityaviators@gmail.com, I'll mail you the very first Open Source GA keychain - I made 4 and I only have 3 sets of airplane keys so...winner! Thank you! And goodnight, Molly!

I actually don’t think he’s an absolute nightmare - I was ‘going there’ for the dramatic/comedic effect of saying that the actual “nightmare” was all the work I had to do last week! On top of my regular job and life. This is a great comment though. I actually think/hope there will be good support for general aviation in this upcoming administration. The FAA has done a good job at many things, but a horrible job IMHO at seeding innovation that could promote safety, access, and affordability. If these leaders put any effort into those things, I think we have a fighting chance in GA! I support anyone who puts forward good ideas that won’t keep tanking what I’m (we’re?) passionate about. Are you involved in GA?

@@OpenSourceGA I am, have been since '91. I had a 172, but recently got rid of it and currently on the market for something different. My first flight was with a friend. He was building hours and invited me. I tagged along for 7 other flights. This was back in '88 when we could rent a 172 wet for $40/hr. I really miss those prices.

@@antoniog9814 you've been aviating for as long as I've been alive! Nice! In my area now you'd be lucky to find an airplane under $180/hr.

Now time to get back to work. Interested to see how general aviation progresses under the incoming administration. Are you involved in GA?

Man that’s all it takes to ruin someone’s day. There are accident investigations from Part 91 to Part 135 about FOD in unfortunate places. This is why now I’m trying to only use shadowed toolboxes around airplanes and every slot has to be filled with a tool before we return my airplane to service. The same as is done at my workplace. I would much rather be flying but after that hangar cleanup, I feel so much better about the whole experience. Thanks for stopping by!

Ready to work together for the betterment of this great country and by extension, world! Regardless of political affiliations, I’m hoping for some collaboration that will make general aviation safer and accessible. We’re on a good path with respect to safety but innovation and progress are seriously lacking. Do you have an aviation background?

Hey Mike. Unfortunately (fortunately?) I didn't need to replace the switch. I just reterminated the wires. They're easy to spice into and then apply environment protection like heat shrink. If I was looking for switches, I'd start with BAS aviation for a known good used example. A Piper Seneca might share a common part number. Check the IPC.

@ I did see you had only spliced the wires back together as you showed but didn’t know if you had suggestions for the micro switches and I will now look into your idea of bas, just wasn’t sure if you had bought any of those yet. I’m only looking because I would like to have a spare on hand in case or for when I do need one, I have it available and not have to wait on it, thanks again for your thought on this, Mike.

This sounds a lot like my situation except I'm getting rid of old army gear and parts that have no documented history. There's only a 1 gallon home depot bucket of oil though! If these things could talk they'd have so many stories to tell.

Thanks for sharing! I'm sure I'll let the channel know what my friends think of flying the DA20. That's the only one I'm be selling soon but it alone will put me right side up with the Arrow and Bo. I'm into those airplane really, really affordably.

It absolutely is! Financially painful at the moment of course but that won't last forever. I get to hang out with great people, make airplane noises on the ground and best of all...fly! Are you involved in GA?

@@OpenSourceGA It's the current dream and motivation. The carrot to chase after so to speak. Hope to get in the air one day.

@JoshuaLynch-x9d If you haven’t yet, find a flight school and take a discovery flight with an instructor. 1-2 hour flight to get exposed to the flying environment. Around here it’s probably $100-$175. Then just chip away at your flight time one hour at a time. You can enroll in pilot ground school (Kings, Sporty’s, MZeroA…) and do the ground training too while you wait for your time in the cockpit. That exam is good for 2 years - a natural motivation to get the flying part done! Knowing the theory will make the flying that much easier. I can’t stress enough that Microsoft Flight Simulator or XPlane are both incredible tools to give you hours of learning for next to no cost. There’s even “SayIntentions.AI” that is an AI software that realistically simulates ATC interaction. Whatever you do, just find a way to get up there. You’ll never regret it.

I have a plan to be in Nashville over the Thanksgiving weekend actually. Driving with a couple family members but, happy to connect if you'd like!

@OpenSourceGA awesome I live right by JWN. Would be great to say hi.

@BrianSiskind that would be great! Reach out at hostesscityaviators@gmail.com let's make some light plans and tighten up when we're closer!

I know a A&P IA CFII MEI who's visible in this video who could make the wrong side of the country, the right side! Ha. Always open to conversations. It's all about the learning.

But flying it home to the Pacific NorthWet would be a great bonding experience! Of course, I have that pesky PPL to finish, and decide what I really want from a plane beside something that's younger than I am (compare the C150 I'm training in), and that first mortgage-size purchase that not only moves but flies...

Between the 3 people you saw in the video (me, my A&P IA and another A&P whose hands repaired the broken wiring...) there's decades of general aviation and airplane design, build, test, and maintenance experience. We love the craft and the required attention to detail. Every 10 minute job turns into an hour of continued learning. You can do the same! Thank you for the great comment.

@@OpenSourceGA Serious business, thanks for explanation

The key here is to know and trust a maintenance person and these tasks become only items on a whiteboard - things to be done. The difference between success and failure around airplanes is only measured in money and time. I'll continue to take people like you along my journey and hope one day you do the same!

@OpenSourceGA Most appreciated!!

That V is iconic! Still pinching myself that I own one. HAAF is helping to keep general aviation alive in this area.

Such a unique experience. It was great to see so many young people enjoying the action and realizing that if someone as underfunded as me can get into aviation, then so can they. Thanks for stopping by! More to come.

I appreciate your kind words. Thank you

The cost difference was my primary driver. A $3,000 delta (new) was compelling enough. Everyone's mileage might vary. They're both incredibly capable beyond what a 120 kt airplane requires but this airplane also won't be bopping around in IMC, the other gauges are working fine...not much to gain on this platform.

Thanks! Looking forward to years of enjoyment. There are still used ruddervators and skins available so the airplane wouldn't be totalled. They are just very expensive but not unobtainable. If an owner prevents damage from hard impacts (insurable) or corrosion, there's nothing much to worry about.

@@OpenSourceGA Well they offered HALF A MILLION reward to the company that would take on the production of the Rudder Vators and NOBODY took it on, so they'll become more and more rare and eventually impossible to replace.

That's with the assumption that since no one has successfully taken it on yet, that no one will, eventually succeed in a replacement. That goes for any part, on any airplane. Modern technology and techniques can replace or improve any airplane part in existence. The issue isn't in making a solution - it's in testing and certifying said solutions. Although I'm new to the Beechcraft family I'm not new to fabrication and certification. Maybe we should partner up and take a swing at it!

I wish all airplanes had an articulating canopy to give this kind of access - we'd have a lot fewer rat's nests, dead wires, and fire hazards! Grounding is ridiculously simple. Diamond put grounding points all throughout the airframe and tidy grounding blocks on the panel itself. Once the engine is running we'll know how electrically noisy she is - should be minimal. Simon and I just spoke about this. I've been working with him and other A&Ps for years. You just gave me an idea for another video.

She's definitely getting that TLC. I'm close to my first flight now so all that hard work will soon be tested. What a journey.

I appreciate this feedback. It's all about the story.

Thanks for stopping by! Great question - weather and significant trends in climate will absolutely negatively impact GA - we feel it a lot more than the heavy airliners. It just seems (I don't have data handy) that clear air turbulence is becoming more regular for me and thunderstorms just seem more frequent over the last 10 years locally. Statistically significant? I don't know. But it feels that way. Tie that into the tornadoes that have dropped hangars into millions of dollars of airplanes in one swoop and you have a small airplane scarcity and immediate reflection in insurance and purchase costs. Naturally attendance at small events like this one will be affected as the young and able, continue to be priced out. People will deny it, but I'd like to stay ahead and get smart.

Two brands that are directly responsible for me almost missing rent every month...and I keep coming back. Want a surprise? My E60 550i M-Sport was the most reliable car I've ever owned...but I only owned it for 8 months. F01 750i fits me great at 6'6" - and I work on it every weekend. My previous Cherokee was the most reliable airplane I've ever owned...then it started chewing up its cam. It's almost like I enjoy the pain. Thanks for stopping by!

@ I’m just starting out in life 22 years old I’ve been interested in aviation and cars from as far I can remember. I’d love to be where you’re at in a few years

Next couple of years it could be my home field also! Gorgeous bird - I watched you taxi over. Great network at 1GA0 and it'll only get better if we keep it as it's intended to be - a kind of general aviation paradise.

That tail is absolutely iconic. Today the Cirrus SF50 airplane has also brought it back. It's wild what specific things stick out in our memories - glad this airframe was in one of yours. Any interest in going out there to get your private pilot license?

@@OpenSourceGA you know. It never interested me like my father. I think because it was always part of our lives. He was in the airforce for 25 yrs. Then worked his way from crop dusters all the way to a global 8000 (all custom ) when he retired at 75. I’m soo proud of what he did with his life. I did the navy route instead. Started out because I was young and didn’t want to be my dad. Now that I’m older I think being like him would’ve been pretty darn good! New to your channel but love it

I'd agree!

Appreciate the feedback - thanks for stopping by!

I couldn't be more thankful for the warm welcome I've received - if I can just stop spending all my money on 60 yr old airplanes, maybe I can move in! We absolutely will fly together soon. They say time in a Bonanza's a great way to transition into a Baron.

Thank you!

Thanks for stopping by!

We're out here aviating! What a great weekend.

I appreciate this feedback! This community is motivating me to continue. Thank you.

G'day! This one's a Continental engine and the spark plug cables are routed along the standard Continental pathway through standoffs that are a part of the type design. We've done more tidying up as well thankfully. The IA/engineer for this job routed things nicely. Beyond that, the insulation od those wires will resist more heat than I plan on exposing them to! Great call on varnishing the floorboards. I have some polyurethane I plan to use for longevity. Thanks for sharing!

I appreciate that feedback - it’s invaluable. I agree - I lose interest pretty quickly when there’s not much changing or going on. And keeping with my theme of non-instructional videos for entertainment value, I think keeping the people at the heart of the content is essential. See you back here again soon.

@@OpenSourceGA you don’t have to jump cut every 7-10 seconds. Put the camera on you and cut out the dead spots in editing. Drop in some music from TH-cam studio for free at about 10% volume make it cinematic or fit the mood. Don’t put rock country, rap, etc. this mood music in the background that sets the tone it’s Sirius something that sound serious. If it’s playful something that sounds playful you don’t wanna put music in there that somebody that doesn’t like country music that says I can’t listen to this and clicks away lol

Love this!