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I’d love to fly in a Sling Tsi sometime

Dude broke all the rules but pulled it off

Over rated and over priced.

you didn't get out to enjoy the area?

Nice video

Great video. We used to be members and property owners at Mountain Air and flew our MU2 into there. You can see a few videos of that on my channel. Video technology wasn't what it is now ;). The only other comment I would make is that at least when we were there 2NC0 wasn't in the database, so you needed to put it in as a user defined waypoint. Since the GPS didn't know it was an airport, you would get multiple terrain warnings as you descend so consider inhibiting terrain warnings prior to starting the approach, otherwise it can be distracting. And if you don't have a dedicated button to do that it takes some searching in the GPS menus since that isn't something most pilots do very often.

The great mystery in any discussion about "the impossible turn", is what is the aircrafts climb-gradient, and what is its glide-ratio? Another thing missing: What is the best glide speed: IN A BANKED TURN? These are rudimentarily simple to calculate, but I have never met a single other pilot who could actually calculate the precise numbers or even knew how!

Just.... wow... amazing location, thanks for sharing!

I landed at Johnson Creek about a month ago in the afternoon. Thought I could get out of there in the evening, but the winds were all over the place and temps were pretty high. Decided to camp overnight (had my basic camping equipment with me). Glad I did -- it was scary enough getting out of there first thing in the morning.

Great work! Your height above the end of the departure runway is a good indicator of your actual climb gradient, which eliminates guessing about headwind or density altitude effects. If this height is more than 500 I consider it safe to try a turn back. If not i don't. Whatever number you use, pre-brief it and commit to it before takeoff. In addition to startle factor there is pure indecision, which is probable more common and can be solved by pre-briefing your emergency procedures.

Nice video, do they allow helicopters?

I first like and comment all your videos. Then i walk into my garage to work on my Sling build. And finally i watch your video :) Please post more, it helps!

Nice video Mike!

Definitely on my list of dream destinations. Can't wait. Is your red flashing Airmaster controller concerning at all? Is it "Propeller and controller are suffering an over-current situation," or does it just get cranky when landing in the Climb setting?

Thank for the ride along!

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So glad you made this video, Mike. Johnson Creek has been on my to-do list for a long time. I previously lived in Driggs Idaho towing gliders and flying scenic flights over Yellowstone. I got to get back out there and plan to do so when my Sling is completed. Thanks for the great demo with Evan!

Very impressive - beautiful approach. Looked pretty sporty. Sketchy co-pilot (best build assist dude around). Thanks for the video Mike.

It's all about that base...

Believe it or not there are those of us who still lack GPS on our panel. My panel is circa 1987 in a 1965 Cherokee. Great video and I would love to attempt the landing. Greetings from Wilmington, NC.

Click bait - this is NOT about the Sling TSi engine failure and turnback. There wouldnt be a need to turnback if all aircraft are Sling TSi because the Rotax doesn't quit!

Well Done Mike. Was just there last week touring the mountain facility.

Great job 1AM. I know it takes a lot of time to do this. Thank you! I have a Sling 2 with Magnum chute. I agree with your analysis. It would be nice to have a data base of Sling chute deployments like Cirrus has…but maybe lack of pulls is an indicator of Rotax reliability. I think Boris Popov (founder BRS) has said “pull at any altitude if you need it!” The TH-cam video titled “Rescue Parachute System in Sirius” shows a successful deployment at about 200’ or 250’ agl, I am guessing, from level flight. In the USAF, it was hammered into us to trust the ejection seat. Parachutes work great! “Pull early, pull often!” th-cam.com/video/MQjxpwzigN4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=RRHfcRLCIwWUIjuO Or here’s test pilot in a spin 14 seconds before impact! 327 agl? th-cam.com/video/xwZrtYgnP7s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lQEostCnUKAZYbbF

Great video! A+!

One of my favorite channels! I love your content and thank you for posting your adventures & knowledge.

Thanks for posting Mike! Very informative and educational. I look forward to all your useful videos on Sling. I have a chute on mine too and often wondered about how to best use it if needed.

Nice one Mike. I've equipped a chute in my second aircraft. My 4 place mission didn't allow a chute in my TSi. So I'm planning to do some turn back practises and be picky with the airports to minimise the risks. Either way, the chute is a great option to have at any altitude.

Thank you. I just finished Engine by Mike Busch. Your information syncs well with many points made in Mike’s book.

Hey Mike, enjoying your channel. Did you enter in your checklists in ForeFlight from the POH or did you get them somewhere? I have a contract on a Sling Tsi.

Excellent video Mike and just the subject that Sling should address. When building my TSi I asked them about this topic. I think they would be wise to review and recommend your video to their clients. Credit to you …

invaluable advice, thank you sir.

Thank you MIke for another excellent video and your analysis of the factors involved in the decision making. Very helpful.

Great video, thanks a lot!!!

My Rotax engine runs great on my Cam-Am Spyder. It doesn’t fly high but it goes fast when needed.

Excellent performance information. Thank you

Proud to be south african Well done fellas

Fernando seemed to have rightaphopia. The fear of turning an airplane to the right!

Nice

I'm planning to be a pilot. Is there any tip you can give me

I have done impossible turn in the TSI almost a hundred times 600agl is all you need.

Great video Mike! My wife and I got a chance to fly in there last fall for a night and a little golf. I was a little nervous but it was an amazing experience and such a beautiful place. The approach and departure are awesome!! Maybe we can do it again someday.

Great vid i can only find MAX HP where can i find HP to RPM graphs on the 912is 915is 916is like HP at 4000rpm 4500rpm etc. 🤷‍♂️

Too bad they're so damned expensive!

Rotax 2 stroke in line cylinder engines is complete garbage. If you manage to run one more than 200 hours it's a miracle

I love that plane

For power off better follow a rule. The 777 No Power Turnback Rule. If expecting to climb at 700 fpm plus, have 7 knots or more wind, then mark the altimeter for 700 agl or more. I learned that on the Emergency LowManeuvering channel. The 700 No power Turback rule. Partial Power he taught from 400 agl if not surging engine. If surging, dont turnback, headwind turn if any.

Where did you go?

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You say you're 72 on final but his will be 65 why the difference? Thank you!