Amir, great video…I’ve enjoyed your very educational presentations! As you bought a very respected all terrain aircraft I wonder if you sold the Big Bird what if any loss you would see?….. Are the prices for (almost new birds) increasing? Continue with your safe flying, obtain the ATR and change professions as you have growing turbine time.
Amir, Also when over water make sure you have flotation available…in the Hamptons at Montauk Airport I spoke with an owner of a TBM who had an engine with loss of power after takeoff from JFK. He made it back on the ground. The mechanic found a rubber glove in a fuel tank.
Always keep that centerline between your legs, on takeoff, upwind, final and landing. Rudder to keep the longitudinal axis parallel with the runway, ailerons to keep you on centerline. Look down the runway then look at the end of the runway as you flare.
Regarding any discomfort flying alone …I can relate…negative effects of Hypoxia can affect some pilots at lower altitudes. When flying my Twin Bonanza years ago I always carried an O2 tank and cannulas…. after 4 hours at 9500 +feet I would fill tired and apprehensive with perhaps with a hint of acrophobia by using O2 at altitude I felt great! Also your never alone flying as you have ATC W flight following…with a rare Bird you will find many controllers interested. Always fly the plane, forget radios, TH-cam activities unless …you are confident.
Just fly more alone bud, your plane is one of the most capable aircrafts out there. It can handle pretty much any condition. Dont ever give your attention to a GoPro when you are PIC and not feeling comfortable. Currency is key, thats why I fly alone allot. Great videos, you got this!
As-salaam alaikum Amir, keep at it! Allah really saved you when He caused that Bronco to lose a wheel. If you guys had kept going you may have passed out and died from CO poisioning. Sometimes a bad thing turns out to be a blessing in disguise!
Lovely video! I really enjoy hearing you talk about both birthday experiences - it gives so much more context than you usually get. Looked pretty gusty to me - nice job on the solo!
250hrs on the airplane and you don't want to fly it solo? You don't want to land on the opposite runway? I don't like windy landings? I don't have enough hrs? Please don't ever fly alone. With 250hrs in that Kodiak you should have been flying alone as soon as your insurance allowed you. If you want to be a better pilot, get off the book. Get used to making decisions and improving your SA in the pattern. Circuits in the opposite direction are perfect mirrors and you're in a controlled environment. You are a smart competent person. Stop getting stuck inside your head. Compartmentalize your flight into secrions so that you don't get overwhelmed by over complicating basic procedures. Use your checklists and most of all, relax and enjoy the experience.
Amir, great video…I’ve enjoyed your very educational presentations! As you bought a very respected all terrain aircraft I wonder if you sold the Big Bird what if any loss you would see?….. Are the prices for (almost new birds) increasing? Continue with your safe flying, obtain the ATR and change professions as you have growing turbine time.
no question if your not already you will be a very professional pilot, much respect
2 Jet Type Ratings now. Thanks for Watching!
Amir, Also when over water make sure you have flotation available…in the Hamptons at Montauk Airport I spoke with an owner of a TBM who had an engine with loss of power after takeoff from JFK. He made it back on the ground. The mechanic found a rubber glove in a fuel tank.
I carry life jackets for everyone in the plane when we are over water. Thanks for watching.
Always keep that centerline between your legs, on takeoff, upwind, final and landing. Rudder to keep the longitudinal axis parallel with the runway, ailerons to keep you on centerline. Look down the runway then look at the end of the runway as you flare.
Regarding any discomfort flying alone …I can relate…negative effects of Hypoxia can affect some pilots at lower altitudes. When flying my Twin Bonanza years ago I always carried an O2 tank and cannulas…. after 4 hours at 9500 +feet I would fill tired and apprehensive with perhaps with a hint of acrophobia by using O2 at altitude I felt great! Also your never alone flying as you have ATC W flight following…with a rare Bird you will find many controllers interested. Always fly the plane, forget radios, TH-cam activities unless …you are confident.
Thanks for sharing this. Great content. Happy birthday!
Thanks so much!
I believe I saw you at Catalina today, getting out of Kodiak with couple of your buddies. I wanted to walk up to you to say hello but too shy ☺️😀😂
That was me! Say hi anytime! See you soon
Awesome video...thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Great video Amir! Very cool to watch you go from that first Caravan flight to where you are now! Looking forward to more fun!
Thanks a ton! Couldn’t do it without you!
Rich are you a CFI by any chance?
I don’t care what anyone says, I so appreciate your honesty and sharing your journey with us.
Thanks for watching!! It’s been amazing.
Just fly more alone bud, your plane is one of the most capable aircrafts out there. It can handle pretty much any condition. Dont ever give your attention to a GoPro when you are PIC and not feeling comfortable. Currency is key, thats why I fly alone allot. Great videos, you got this!
Thanks for the tips! Did 3 solos last week 🙏
As-salaam alaikum Amir, keep at it! Allah really saved you when He caused that Bronco to lose a wheel. If you guys had kept going you may have passed out and died from CO poisioning. Sometimes a bad thing turns out to be a blessing in disguise!
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Thanks. Love the journey.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Keep up the great work Amir!. I really have enjoyed your journey..
Thanks a ton!
In the exact same phase as you in a 172rg about to solo and apprehensive. Thanks for walking through it.
Congrats and good luck!!
Nice solo Amir,, you’re flyin that Kodiak like a champ
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Good for you, well done :) Safety first, ignore the haters and keep doing what you are doing.
Yes, thank you!
Lovely video! I really enjoy hearing you talk about both birthday experiences - it gives so much more context than you usually get. Looked pretty gusty to me - nice job on the solo!
Thank you so much!
Great story time. Plane’s awesome. Looking forward to the content Amir!
More to come! Thanks for watching!
Good job . . .
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice job Amir! I’m currently working on my IR up in the Bay Area KLVK. If you ever need someone to keep you company in the Kodiak I’m available! 😂
Awesome thank you!
250hrs on the airplane and you don't want to fly it solo? You don't want to land on the opposite runway?
I don't like windy landings?
I don't have enough hrs?
Please don't ever fly alone.
With 250hrs in that Kodiak you should have been flying alone as soon as your insurance allowed you.
If you want to be a better pilot, get off the book. Get used to making decisions and improving your SA in the pattern. Circuits in the opposite direction are perfect mirrors and you're in a controlled environment.
You are a smart competent person. Stop getting stuck inside your head. Compartmentalize your flight into secrions so that you don't get overwhelmed by over complicating basic procedures. Use your checklists and most of all, relax and enjoy the experience.
Thanks for the feedback. I’ve been flying alone a lot more frequently in the past 6 months.