I flew my girlfriend to the Dominican Republic

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  • Fly with us from Turks and Caicos to the Dominican Republic in my Cessna 150-over 175 miles of ocean and around weather and mountains!
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  • @reyesben
    @reyesben ปีที่แล้ว +59

    You guys stay so calm. 100 miles over the ocean with no VFR code. It’s kind of mind-boggling.

  • @Sabrina_MI
    @Sabrina_MI ปีที่แล้ว +26

    i love how candid you are on the cost. ive wanted my ppl and didnt realize all the costs

    • @ChimkenNuggers
      @ChimkenNuggers ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yuppp it's expensive as all hell..

    • @acasualviewer5861
      @acasualviewer5861 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ChimkenNuggers and he's flying one of the cheapest planes that exist.

  • @PilotLH
    @PilotLH ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That 152s livery is absolutely stunning. Nothing better than a bare metal plane, especially when used with some colour as youve done!

  • @kylefalkner3010
    @kylefalkner3010 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I think you guys should be well over 100k subscribers. Definitely my favorite couple in the air.

    • @flymetothefun
      @flymetothefun  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wow, thanks so much!!!

    • @nicolebellahsmith6899
      @nicolebellahsmith6899 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%

    • @Davi3038849844
      @Davi3038849844 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@flymetothefunfuel check by ladder? Wish my flying club always had this option, i have fear of slamming down my foot joint again.

  • @crufflerdoug
    @crufflerdoug ปีที่แล้ว +20

    We really enjoyed flying to the Dominican Republic. Super friendly to small airplane people, and it’s a beautiful country. But I’d definitely recommend going IFR. 😊

  • @billiondollardan
    @billiondollardan ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I swear I don't think I've ever seen a 150 look as good as this one

    • @JetstreamAviation747
      @JetstreamAviation747 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know! Really nice looking aircraft, it is very well looked after which is why!

  • @sloppythesloth
    @sloppythesloth ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have recently stumbled across your channel and watched your 3 newest videos back to back to back. I’m planning on becoming a pilot myself or at least getting some hours in as it seems really fun. Your channel led me to fall in love with all this aviation madness. I love all your videos and keep up the great work!

  • @CirrusSR20Pilot
    @CirrusSR20Pilot ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Found your channel by mistake. Great video! Awesome editing, commentary and graphics. I can't wait to binge watch all of your videos! Happy Flying!

  • @mrdoeverthing
    @mrdoeverthing ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful footage!!! So glad you were able to experience the DR!

  • @ahmadsamadzai8255
    @ahmadsamadzai8255 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is amazing man. I just bought me a C150J a month ago. Getting new avionics etc and ready to fly it hopefully next week. You've inspired me. Those fees are really unbelievable and ridiculous.

  • @bsimpson6204
    @bsimpson6204 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love that little blue plane, so two things to keep, the plane 🥰and the girl 🥰

  • @Infonerd310
    @Infonerd310 ปีที่แล้ว

    That gave me chills when they said they were fans, thats awesome!!

  • @YourAverageAvgeek16
    @YourAverageAvgeek16 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love how that ATC recognized you from your voice. So cool!

    • @cm101490
      @cm101490 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Could have also been the tail number.

    • @YourAverageAvgeek16
      @YourAverageAvgeek16 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ true

  • @RoyalTreatmentFlights
    @RoyalTreatmentFlights ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is great! Getting my private pilot license was one of the most fun things I’ve ever done. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Now, I’m starting to use my pilot license to repossess cars and create TH-cam content! 🤘🏻

  • @JohnMoore-xf5wy
    @JohnMoore-xf5wy ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I have literally thousands of hours overwater time with dozens of various ocean crossings.
    I once flew the Carribean extensively in twins.
    Very little of it was in light singles.
    You are pushing the envelope in a 150 with no raft.

    • @mattk8810
      @mattk8810 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He will learn

    • @dannyadventurer1172
      @dannyadventurer1172 ปีที่แล้ว

      As they say re a twin, the 2nd engine gets you to the crash site. Also, you have double the chance of loosing an engine.

    • @JohnMoore-xf5wy
      @JohnMoore-xf5wy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dannyadventurer1172
      Nonsense.
      The other engine gets you to an airstrip and saves your life.

    • @JohnMoore-xf5wy
      @JohnMoore-xf5wy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mattk8810
      If he lives.

    • @darrinsmith1588
      @darrinsmith1588 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m pretty sure that there must be a regulation that would state that he’d must have a raft onboard. That 152 is definitely not ETOPS certified 😂

  • @rockjose1962man
    @rockjose1962man ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the most beautiful cessna that i ever seen.

  • @NewEnglandPatriotsfan
    @NewEnglandPatriotsfan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Caribbean is beyond beautiful

  • @AngelTheredStar29
    @AngelTheredStar29 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is my all time favorite video on TH-cam of all time

  • @TheBeav1613
    @TheBeav1613 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I can’t to finish my PPL. My girl and I are going to recreate your trips! Thank you for the bucket list

    • @TheAstrocricket
      @TheAstrocricket ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm goin for my PPl aswell it's a long but fun journey!

    • @JohnMoore-xf5wy
      @JohnMoore-xf5wy ปีที่แล้ว +1

      FIRST, get some experience!
      Don't head for the Caribbean with the ink still wet on your Private ticket!

  • @ytzpilot
    @ytzpilot ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Having already experienced engine failure and forced landing in a single Otter, I no longer see reasons for taking risks like this

  • @PrestonVanLoon
    @PrestonVanLoon ปีที่แล้ว +73

    $10/gallon fuel is the craziest thing about this trip

    • @Frisher1
      @Frisher1 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You would be surprised how expensive fuel is down south

    • @tkorte101
      @tkorte101 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We pay close to that in Canada thanks to Justin Trudeau's carbon tax.

    • @thomasperez9191
      @thomasperez9191 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol

    • @colinfitzgerald4332
      @colinfitzgerald4332 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The C150 is approved for a supplemental type certificate for auto fuel unleaded, non- ethanol which costs $4 and some change here in NW USA. It saves lead sludge in the oil pan and lead deposits on the spark plugs.

    • @tkorte101
      @tkorte101 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@colinfitzgerald4332 MOGAS is definitely the way to go for the reasons you mentioned. It's not as stable as AVGAS though so will tend to stratify if left sitting for extended periods but agitation cam restore it. Unfortunately, here in Canada all MOGAS now has ethanol as part of the eco radical agenda, it's enforced under something called the Clean Fuel Standard and will be inflicted upon the US populace if the democrats stay in power.

  • @xylos16
    @xylos16 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    you are living the life my dooood! ❤

  • @smicksmookety
    @smicksmookety ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cute little plane. Can't wait for you to install the supercharged big block 350 in it!

  • @alankordzikowski7670
    @alankordzikowski7670 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Time to do some east coast island hoping. You can to Long Island NY, any number of airports there. Maybe meet up with Bruno. Then to Block Island RI, called the poor man’s Martha’s Vineyard. Rent mopeds and explore the cool island. Depart from there go to Martha’s Vineyard and then onto Nantucket. There is also an airport at the tip of Cape Cos where you can park your plane and walk to the beach a few yards away. Maybe do a day at each of them. Little east coast summer beach trip! Load up on lobster!🦞

  • @francinejaninesarmiento1797
    @francinejaninesarmiento1797 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your "Pack With Me" video is my go-to whenever I need to pack for a trip. Your tips on staying organized are golden! Speaking of organization, have you heard about the new v4 Bento Bag from NomadLane? It could be a game-changer for your packing routine.

  • @kevinbonilla9791
    @kevinbonilla9791 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so awesome thank you so much for visiting my beautiful island 🏝️

  • @chefboyrv57
    @chefboyrv57 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Single engine miles out to sea, you're very adventurous young man.

    • @trinidadianbeauty1
      @trinidadianbeauty1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or just plain stupid

    • @dannyadventurer1172
      @dannyadventurer1172 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As they say re a twin, the 2nd engine gets you to the crash site. Also, you have double the chance of loosing an engine.

    • @chefboyrv57
      @chefboyrv57 ปีที่แล้ว

      Interesting philosophy Sir.....@@dannyadventurer1172

  • @Acc0rd79
    @Acc0rd79 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Getting noticed in a small country is big man status! WOW Great views. I wish I would have started flying at a young age, was always told I couldn't though with glasses... talk about a lie. My poor plane is waiting on a new cylinder right now, I hope it gets fixed soon!

  • @JB-sv5pr
    @JB-sv5pr ปีที่แล้ว

    What a vibe man
    Super mahalos for being me along

  • @johnnukecop
    @johnnukecop ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for sharing your adventure, and oh, what an adventure!!

  • @pilot3016
    @pilot3016 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hopefully you have the fabulous 150 with the incredible 40 degree flaps. Yeah baby!

  • @Solo_Mo
    @Solo_Mo ปีที่แล้ว

    This is exactly why I’m getting my PPL, adventures like this!

  • @halledeesch123
    @halledeesch123 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wholesome atc for real

  • @SeanDaSean
    @SeanDaSean 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great vid! Is Betty the computer voice telling you height (as obsessed as I am with aviation I have no idea what it’s called) or the ATCer

  • @joewilliams4142
    @joewilliams4142 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very nice 150 you have there. Good job.

  • @AvHOFFI
    @AvHOFFI 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    OMG ur going to DR?!?! That’s where I come from AKA where I was born 🤣 lol

  • @joedubois3203
    @joedubois3203 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great channel! Loved meeting y’all in Cartagena.

  • @ItzJustPatch
    @ItzJustPatch 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yall are living my dream life

  • @Vejitasei
    @Vejitasei ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your trip. I'm planning to do a similar trip Sep 2024. Any advice on customs, filing flight plans, opening and closing flight plans, etc? Did you buy the Caribbean maps on foreflight and for your GPS? If possible would love to see a planning and procedures video about international travel.
    Going to call AOPA as well next month. Clear skies and safe travels.

  • @jlyalls
    @jlyalls ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Videos! Love the authentic content!

  • @eugeneweaver3199
    @eugeneweaver3199 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!
    I agree, Lanie, sharks are no bueno!

  • @igclapp
    @igclapp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's nice. What brand of life raft did you take with you?

  • @donbuethorn1618
    @donbuethorn1618 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Would you fly Southwest if it was down to one engine ? You are risking a lot on that VW style engine

  • @Leviathanliams_adventures
    @Leviathanliams_adventures 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What was the name of the hotel you stayed at because I think I might’ve stayed there when I was in the Dominican republic

  • @jenniferogden9260
    @jenniferogden9260 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video ❤

  • @MostlyPlanes747
    @MostlyPlanes747 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Project flight moment

  • @ChadB_n00b
    @ChadB_n00b ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful aircraft. Great flying as well! What were the final fees?

  • @Waymxil
    @Waymxil ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's not about how big it is, it's about how you use it

  • @FlyingPapaBear
    @FlyingPapaBear ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the sunglass clip-on. Which brand is it and where can I find these? That would be really helpful when wearing a headset a couple of hours...

  • @leonmills6867
    @leonmills6867 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If I am worried about sharks I would not be over open water in a single engine aircraft.

  • @Cr1mson2827
    @Cr1mson2827 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey were you guys to MYE3 i live there ;) couldnt believe my eyes when i saw your banner xD

  • @fgvfhtft1527
    @fgvfhtft1527 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What happens if you open your window in mid air?

  • @volandoconisaac
    @volandoconisaac ปีที่แล้ว

    love the vids keep them coming!!!

  • @kasperzak
    @kasperzak ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So it's cheaper to park an aeroplane in Dominican Republic, than a car in Bristol

  • @leonardorivera2324
    @leonardorivera2324 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video guys!!

  • @TECAdventures
    @TECAdventures 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Be careful with that nice girl of yours there mate, you were pushing into some pretty average weather. Remember you can always fly another day if you need to.

  • @MichaelCarrPilot
    @MichaelCarrPilot ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve got a 172A. Who did your overhead panel?

  • @billcook4768
    @billcook4768 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful. But (non pilot here) it seems weird that you can fly VFR over open water like that.

  • @colinferrell4954
    @colinferrell4954 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent... nice one fifty too!

  • @DanielHunterUSA
    @DanielHunterUSA 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think I’m going to buy a Cessna 150 ,Can I put a Rotax 912 on a Cessna 150 ?

  • @FLT247
    @FLT247 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Change the title… “I take my girlfriend scud running”

  • @Charliepcrw
    @Charliepcrw 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i like flyine cesnna in ptfs cus of dis guy

  • @thomaswinterburn6680
    @thomaswinterburn6680 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it possible to fly do a transoceanic flight of every contanemt starting in Africa and going to erope then asia then austraile then all the way back to Europe an finally to rich America an last down to poor americal and backt to Africa using lots of fuel stops and a plane that has a range of 800 nmi?

  • @VictorGaleskas
    @VictorGaleskas ปีที่แล้ว

    What was the total cost of the trip

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking very cool.

  • @Bucketnate
    @Bucketnate ปีที่แล้ว

    Wooo! Love these

  • @sunnyscott4876
    @sunnyscott4876 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can you fly VFR over so much open water in your tiny, cute plane ?

  • @waynecleare494
    @waynecleare494 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it possible to modify a 150 to fly 600NM ?

    • @karaayers2867
      @karaayers2867 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There is a c150 Commuter where Im based at NC05, it has long range tanks from the factory

  • @shaneschex1038
    @shaneschex1038 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably the best videos I've seen on hopping around the Caribbean! However, I am confused on the timeline of the journey or maybe I just watched the videos out of order...

    • @flymetothefun
      @flymetothefun  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! We're doing them a bit out of order so that's probably why! It'll make more sense soon haha. And we may do a long video at the end of the whole trip 🙌🏻

  • @CamViesky
    @CamViesky ปีที่แล้ว

    Visit Jamaica 🇯🇲❤️

  • @mikegyde7071
    @mikegyde7071 ปีที่แล้ว

    What was the resort you went to. Looks amazing

    • @flymetothefun
      @flymetothefun  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Westin Punta Cana! We loved it!! And the airport is on their property. So cool

  • @gelther1
    @gelther1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Living my dream man

  • @jermaineleone8364
    @jermaineleone8364 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome to the Caribbean...u should come to jamaica next lol. How long have u been flying.

    • @astron800
      @astron800 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you do come here, try doctors cave beach, beautiful place, got lots of wildlife, clean sands, and mini reefs. Even got a tour boat that takes you out to the big reefs.

  • @marshallpoe8087
    @marshallpoe8087 ปีที่แล้ว

    Denis, are you the dude working out of the Fireworks offices?

  • @granthausner2350
    @granthausner2350 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wish I had a plane pilot GirlFriend 🤣

  • @wyatt92563
    @wyatt92563 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He: Land Ho!
    She: What’d you call me! 😂😂😂
    Anywho, I like your PFDs. I wear one when I’m flying to Catalina (KAVX). Really enjoy your videos 😃

  • @Kytreeswerving
    @Kytreeswerving ปีที่แล้ว

    Uh you didn't talk about how much it cost overall

  • @BabyC-17
    @BabyC-17 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I live in puerto rico

  • @Kkp-s5c
    @Kkp-s5c 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

  • @pilotmiami1
    @pilotmiami1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo.go ahead

  • @emmanuelalmonte2307
    @emmanuelalmonte2307 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look at the price in Turk and caicos and Puerto plata fule I cheaper

  • @seanrhone5306
    @seanrhone5306 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You few VFR over the ocean with no land insight? Probably not the best idea.

  • @pilotmiami1
    @pilotmiami1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go ahead

  • @devonlove9095
    @devonlove9095 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude its time to upgrade to a faster plane.

  • @Koryyd
    @Koryyd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you just buy a plane and fly? I didn't know that (maybe a new hobby when i grow up)

  • @curiousnomadic
    @curiousnomadic 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    2:19 Lots of scammy charges there. Might as well land on an abandoned road or runway and fetch the fuel.

  • @captstevetests
    @captstevetests 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lanie, please stop holding the phone in front of a camera getting the exact same shot.

  • @joelperdomo13
    @joelperdomo13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴

  • @robimauri
    @robimauri ปีที่แล้ว

    Il gelato finisce per O maschile fatti portare 1 bibita femminile 😅

  • @haileydoesit
    @haileydoesit 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are you taking off over gross weight?

  • @yammmit
    @yammmit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it’s very nice that you do all this with your girlfriend but you seem way too comfortable with her. nothing lasts forever and eventually one of you will be seeking a new mating partner

  • @paradiseliving271
    @paradiseliving271 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the event and cheapest way to get my private pilots license

  • @benjaminthomas6663
    @benjaminthomas6663 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just say no to clickbait arrows.