Raul, I am 54 and will begin flying lessons this summer. I am a 36 year, Air Force KC-135 maintainer, and retire in Jan '23. I am married with three young children and I want to buy a Mooney, but am keeping my options open at six seat aircraft. That is how I came upon your channel today. Your explanation on why one should become a pilot was well articulated!! You are very inspiring. Thank you!
Welcome! Thank you so very much and I am honored to have you. Thank you for sharing your comment because these type of comments highly electrify me. From an experience point of view, I'd definitely consider the Six so you can take the family wherever you please. It'll be slower than the Mooney but I love flying with the family even if it may take a little longer to get there. I hope you keep me updated with your search! Thank you and God bless you my new friend!
I waited until I was 41 to start. One of my biggest regrets was not starting when I was younger. I always thought it was too hard and too expensive. While it’s not free I wasted more money that the cost of my PPL on dumb stuff that has long since been forgotten.
I had the passion since I was young and then I worked at Jacksonville International Airport and would always spend time watching the airplanes come and go. Although I was young and not financially sound I still managed to find myself at the flight school almost 7 days a week.
I know many people have probably told you this but I really appreciate this video. It has sealed the deal on what I am about to go through. I am 51 and can't say enough how excited I am about to embark on something I have dreamed about my entire life. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
@@BrassKnuckles73 when people tell me their stories it is just like hearing it for the first time. It is joyful to hear you say that. Congratulations on your journey and I hope it brings you as many thrilling experiences as it has for us. 😀
I don't think anyone could have summed it up any better then what you just did, I put off flying for years although everytime I looked up and saw a plane that is what I wanted to do. 3 months ago on christmas day I passe d my checkride and although I am 61 years old I would like to think I have many adventures in aviation ahead of me. Thankyou for sharing you story and flights. :-)
Thank you very much Eric! You have such a remarkable story and I sincerely congratulate you for following your passion. It's amazing that I still look up at airplanes overhead and wonder what it must be like flying that aircraft at that moment. Thank you for sharing your triumph with me!
I bought my Cherokee 180 in Akron Colorado so it was neat to see that airport again and the mars like surface of the earth out there. Compared to New England. It is so brown out there.
@@gveduccio you guessed correctly. My favorite part of flying is the landing followed by the take off in the dirty configuration. I flirted with many names but Flying Dirty just had a nice appeal to it which sparks curiosity.
@@FlyingDirty You made a good choice...sounds cool while meaning something in aviation...I do free ground school for friends my web site is SpeedHeightCenterNose.com then I later got ForTheOption.com I just love hearing the tower with the guy with the southern accent say you are Cleared For The Option...I hope to eat at your restaurant some day..if you are in Georgia my wife maakes a mean arroz con pollo...we just moved to an aviation community with a paved runway...thanks for sharing stories...I need to make use out of all my cameras and Adobe suite
@@gveduccio I'd love to move into an aviation community. And I know what you mean LOL. I was raised in the south in Jacksonville Florida and then Texas so I am very well acquainted with those awesome accents. You are so lucky for that amazing cuisine. I am hoping that we can keep in touch. I'll probably be heading down to Palm Coast Florida to see my parents next week. I really hope that when the community grows we'll all be able to do some type of fly in so we can all meet and greet.
Saludos Familia ! Had my best experience when you gave me the opportunity to fly with you in Florida ! Your absolutely right , the view from above the ground and the relaxation was priceless ! Thank you 🙏🏽 my brother! Hope to see you all soon , God bless 🙏🏽
Harry, saludos and God Bless you my brother! It's great to hear from you and it was my pleasure and a must to share the experience with you. Because as you well know you gave me some incredible experiences in your limos when I was growing up. You, Javier, Enrique and others inspired me to be who I am today. I hope we can get up to the skies again and I hope to see you soon!
For that initial ppl cost, look around and look at joining a flight club. The club I fly out of you can rent the 152 for about $78/hr wet and instructor is $35/hr. Shop around.
That is great advice! Also, interview a few CFI's so you don't get stuck with an incompatible one. I made that mistake during my initial training and had to swap. Having to do this slows down your training.
Rauli, Thank you once again for an excellent video. Aviation is the most rewarding accomplishment you can have personal and business wise. Remember, we are less than 1% of the entire world population . . . we are very special people. Friendship, Fellowship, and even Brotherhood can describe us, we are a huge family. Pilots respect, help and support each of us. Respect is another word that describes us no matter if you are flying an Ultralight airplane or a 747. We don't compete against each of us, we are here to help and enjoy our accomplishments as Pilots. Gracias nuevamente y un abrazo desde la Florida Central. Keep sharing those awesome moments with us. . . KUDOS !!!!!
Muchos Thank you Rafael. I had a line about respect but I ended up editing it out because I messed it up really bad in not saying what I really wanted to say. But you have clarified it very well for me. It's an amazing group! Que Dies te bendiga mi hermano!
Thank you for this video. This last week I was taking with a young lady about getting her PPL and I referenced your TH-cam video's. Thank you for posting this one. Maybe she and her husband will give me a call and want to do a demo flight. Thank you again, Jdcaflyer, CFII, MEI. Medivac Fix wing transport pilot. (EagleMed 24)
Hi James! I hope all is well! I have several followers either considering or already taking instructional classes. I made this video to inspire them and to hopefully give them more spark so I am hoping that they call you and start a wonderful experience.
Love your channel. Great post here. I’m inching closer to getting my license or at least in the air. Your post here helped me move in that direction. God bless. I just bought two T-shirts one was the know Jesus know peace. Thanks for reminding us all of that fact.
J S Walker, that is fantastic my friend and exactly what I love to hear. I passionately talk about these topics because I would like to motivate others into getting that certificate. Thank you for sharing your post and for buying my favorite shirt from my biggest mentor. God bless you my brother!
I’m glad I found your channel! I’m in the Denver area too and haven’t seen many other minority pilots. I’m currently going through a home study DVD course for my ground school, so if you have any recommendations of CFI in the Denver area that would be great.
Hi Marcus, welcome to the channel! My friend, I don't believe in minorities or majorities. There is only one of everybody sharing one world as the human race. Such mental illusionary words can have emotional attachments and are often use to trigger anger, fear, shamefulness and so on. I, on the other hand, love all people for who they are and their quality and great uniqueness. To that end; which course are you using Marcus? I used to know a great CFI who instructed me with my instrument certificate but he moved to Illinois. Other than him, I don't know any other great ones. My brother, I really enjoy watching others go from start to finish so please keep me in touch and posted with your success. God Bless!
@@wakandaengineer I never used the King Schools study course but I’ve seen a few of their videos and liked them. I think they work very well as a couple and are great at explaining the concepts. I wish you much success my friend!
I have being trying to finish my ppl the last 10 years, between family issues and job issues it ends up being put in the back burner. Then last year after saving money i finally started again and i am hopefully going to get it done this year, I am now 25 hours in and learning. Thank for great video and inspiring me to keep going.
You are very welcome! I love comments like yours my good friend. They also inspire me incredibly! I hope to keep inspiring you and I hope you finish your goal as soon as possible. Keep me posted with your progress!
I really hope you do and thanks for letting me be a part of your decision. Having a PPL has definitely changed my life and my family’s as well. Thanks and please stay connected and let me know about your progress.
@@FlyingDirty what was your initial motivation to learn how to fly? For me my motivation is freedom and travel. Currently I’m 21 turning 22 in May and I have been to many states and a few countries. Though, I don’t like being on airlines and I want the freedom to just wake up, plan out a flight, and then go to that destination on my own a few days later. I think my plan will be to live frugal for 3-4 years and then I can get the license around 25-26 years old. I want to get the PPL but I don’t want to go into debt for it.
@@YusefWakeel there were several motivational reasons that got me flying. But the biggest is my passion for airplanes. For me it began when I was around 12 when a friend of the family took me up in ST. Augustine Florida. Then, a few years later, a friend of mine invited me on a night flight through Jacksonville, FL. Ever since I was hooked. In my late teens I got a job at the Jacksonville International Airport and I used to go down to the ramp as often as possible to watch the airplanes land and takeoff. I just knew that I wanted to be a pilot and own an airplane someday. Don’t let go that burning desire and let it drive you to your life destination.
Very nice flight and talk Raul. Maybe a bit out of topic but any particular reason your seats don’t have headrests? Keep up the great content. Saludos !!!
@@Aviation-bc4zi I do have about 9 (black) XL but not the Tall ones. Those and other sizes have been hard to get since the pandemic. If you decide to order a shirt just let me know on the order that it is for you and that you want a Long Sleeve and I'll make it happen for the same price as the short sleeve. Thanks!
That is pretty awesome 😎 my friend. Congratulations to you on your success! I’ve said on several of my recent videos that flying is one of the best accomplishments I’ve done in my life. I’m hoping you’ll feel the same way as you make many flying adventures.
Once you get your Pilot's Certificate and you start doing a lot of flying you may end up surprised like myself. I was looking at my logged hours the other day and I happened to have all the flight hours needed for the commercial rating. All I need is to take the FAA written exam and the check ride. Best wishes to you!
Do you think its worth it for me to get my ppl? I do not want A career in aviation, but I’ve always wanted to fly since I was a boy. Even if it is just a couple of hours a month. I am just worried about the cost of owning a plane, is it cheaper to rent a plane?
That's probably not a fair question to ask me 😀 I love aviation so much and it has been an incredible journey for me since 1998. I cannot say no to your question. I most definitely think you should do it! You're like me. I never wanted to fly commercial. My only goal was to do exactly what I am doing now. Loving life and sharing my flying passions with family and friends. There is a rule floating around that if you fly 50 plus hours a year it would be better to buy. Based on my experience, I would agree! Thanks Rex and keep at it!
No. But for the Cherokee Six you can only get a normalizer and it can be hard on the engine if you use it too much. They run very hot fast and also burn a lot of fuel at lower levels. You will not benefit much from a normalizer unless you fly where you will need oxygen. And that can become a major problem due to what most people don't even think or know about and that is the extreme danger of fluttering at higher altitudes. In higher altitudes the airspeed indicator is no longer reliable in terms of safe maneuvering speeds and you may quickly experience fluttering in a Cherokee Six and that wing might come apart suddenly and without much warning. It's just not a good combination for a Six in my opinion. Now that being said, here in Denver, you can benefit from a normalizer on takeoffs but it does you absolutely nothing at lower altitudes. Thanks for the question Tulio!
I remember going through my PPL training. Most memorable moment was the first solo in the pattern and looking to my right and thinking “oh S@&t, I have to do this alone this time” most terrifying, exhilarating and joyful moment at the same time. There’s a whole other story that goes with it on the third touch and go and was asked to do 360s for spacing...Everyone should at least try a discovery flight, just to see what it’s like.
Raul,
I am 54 and will begin flying lessons this summer. I am a 36 year, Air Force KC-135 maintainer, and retire in Jan '23. I am married with three young children and I want to buy a Mooney, but am keeping my options open at six seat aircraft. That is how I came upon your channel today. Your explanation on why one should become a pilot was well articulated!! You are very inspiring. Thank you!
Welcome! Thank you so very much and I am honored to have you. Thank you for sharing your comment because these type of comments highly electrify me. From an experience point of view, I'd definitely consider the Six so you can take the family wherever you please. It'll be slower than the Mooney but I love flying with the family even if it may take a little longer to get there. I hope you keep me updated with your search! Thank you and God bless you my new friend!
@@FlyingDirty
I will definitely keep you updated and am excited on where this journey will lead! Providence is a wonderful thing!
I waited until I was 41 to start. One of my biggest regrets was not starting when I was younger. I always thought it was too hard and too expensive. While it’s not free I wasted more money that the cost of my PPL on dumb stuff that has long since been forgotten.
I had the passion since I was young and then I worked at Jacksonville International Airport and would always spend time watching the airplanes come and go. Although I was young and not financially sound I still managed to find myself at the flight school almost 7 days a week.
I know many people have probably told you this but I really appreciate this video. It has sealed the deal on what I am about to go through. I am 51 and can't say enough how excited I am about to embark on something I have dreamed about my entire life. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
@@BrassKnuckles73 when people tell me their stories it is just like hearing it for the first time. It is joyful to hear you say that. Congratulations on your journey and I hope it brings you as many thrilling experiences as it has for us. 😀
I don't think anyone could have summed it up any better then what you just did, I put off flying for years although everytime I looked up and saw a plane that is what I wanted to do. 3 months ago on christmas day I passe d my checkride and although I am 61 years old I would like to think I have many adventures in aviation ahead of me. Thankyou for sharing you story and flights. :-)
Thank you very much Eric! You have such a remarkable story and I sincerely congratulate you for following your passion. It's amazing that I still look up at airplanes overhead and wonder what it must be like flying that aircraft at that moment. Thank you for sharing your triumph with me!
I bought my Cherokee 180 in Akron Colorado so it was neat to see that airport again and the mars like surface of the earth out there. Compared to New England. It is so brown out there.
That's a pretty cool small town. It is definitely brown when its dry out there! 😃 Thanks Benny!
Really good reasons ! Im taking my discovery flight tomorrow.
Ariel, that’s great news my friend! Let me know how it goes! 😀
Love the passion! Try explaining to a non pilot the joy of simply flying solo! So peaceful!
The feeling is incredible Jarrod. Thank you for sharing!
the fraternity aspect is a great reason...now more than half of my friends have private pilot licenses...most I met in CAP
Hi Gary! It is without a doubt a tight community of great individuals. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@@FlyingDirtyhow did you come up with 'Flying Dirty'? As in dirty config or something more amusing? My in laws and Puerto Rican and I know a ton btw
@@gveduccio you guessed correctly. My favorite part of flying is the landing followed by the take off in the dirty configuration. I flirted with many names but Flying Dirty just had a nice appeal to it which sparks curiosity.
@@FlyingDirty You made a good choice...sounds cool while meaning something in aviation...I do free ground school for friends my web site is SpeedHeightCenterNose.com then I later got ForTheOption.com I just love hearing the tower with the guy with the southern accent say you are Cleared For The Option...I hope to eat at your restaurant some day..if you are in Georgia my wife maakes a mean arroz con pollo...we just moved to an aviation community with a paved runway...thanks for sharing stories...I need to make use out of all my cameras and Adobe suite
@@gveduccio I'd love to move into an aviation community. And I know what you mean LOL. I was raised in the south in Jacksonville Florida and then Texas so I am very well acquainted with those awesome accents. You are so lucky for that amazing cuisine. I am hoping that we can keep in touch. I'll probably be heading down to Palm Coast Florida to see my parents next week. I really hope that when the community grows we'll all be able to do some type of fly in so we can all meet and greet.
Saludos Familia ! Had my best experience when you gave me the opportunity to fly with you in Florida ! Your absolutely right , the view from above the ground and the relaxation was priceless ! Thank you 🙏🏽 my brother! Hope to see you all soon , God bless 🙏🏽
Harry, saludos and God Bless you my brother! It's great to hear from you and it was my pleasure and a must to share the experience with you. Because as you well know you gave me some incredible experiences in your limos when I was growing up. You, Javier, Enrique and others inspired me to be who I am today. I hope we can get up to the skies again and I hope to see you soon!
For that initial ppl cost, look around and look at joining a flight club. The club I fly out of you can rent the 152 for about $78/hr wet and instructor is $35/hr. Shop around.
That is great advice! Also, interview a few CFI's so you don't get stuck with an incompatible one. I made that mistake during my initial training and had to swap. Having to do this slows down your training.
Rauli, Thank you once again for an excellent video. Aviation is the most rewarding accomplishment you can have personal and business wise. Remember, we are less than 1% of the entire world population . . . we are very special people. Friendship, Fellowship, and even Brotherhood can describe us, we are a huge family. Pilots respect, help and support each of us. Respect is another word that describes us no matter if you are flying an Ultralight airplane or a 747. We don't compete against each of us, we are here to help and enjoy our accomplishments as Pilots. Gracias nuevamente y un abrazo desde la Florida Central. Keep sharing those awesome moments with us. . . KUDOS !!!!!
Muchos Thank you Rafael. I had a line about respect but I ended up editing it out because I messed it up really bad in not saying what I really wanted to say. But you have clarified it very well for me. It's an amazing group! Que Dies te bendiga mi hermano!
Thank you for this video. This last week I was taking with a young lady about getting her PPL and I referenced your TH-cam video's. Thank you for posting this one. Maybe she and her husband will give me a call and want to do a demo flight. Thank you again, Jdcaflyer, CFII, MEI. Medivac Fix wing transport pilot. (EagleMed 24)
Hi James! I hope all is well! I have several followers either considering or already taking instructional classes. I made this video to inspire them and to hopefully give them more spark so I am hoping that they call you and start a wonderful experience.
Great perspective Bro. Think I’m gonna pull the trigger and get my license🦾
Hi Manny! You won’t regret it! It has been compelling and one of my best fulfillments of my life. Hope to share the skies with you soon. 😀
Another great video! Enjoy them all. Thanks!
Thanks Brian!
Great video. Thank you for this channel.
Thanks and You are welcome 😀
I enjoy your videos so much please keep them coming.
Thank you MrRlw308! I will definitely work hard to keep them coming. Thanks a lot for always being there!
Love your channel. Great post here. I’m inching closer to getting my license or at least in the air. Your post here helped me move in that direction. God bless. I just bought two T-shirts one was the know Jesus know peace. Thanks for reminding us all of that fact.
J S Walker, that is fantastic my friend and exactly what I love to hear. I passionately talk about these topics because I would like to motivate others into getting that certificate. Thank you for sharing your post and for buying my favorite shirt from my biggest mentor. God bless you my brother!
I’m glad I found your channel! I’m in the Denver area too and haven’t seen many other minority pilots. I’m currently going through a home study DVD course for my ground school, so if you have any recommendations of CFI in the Denver area that would be great.
Hi Marcus, welcome to the channel! My friend, I don't believe in minorities or majorities. There is only one of everybody sharing one world as the human race. Such mental illusionary words can have emotional attachments and are often use to trigger anger, fear, shamefulness and so on. I, on the other hand, love all people for who they are and their quality and great uniqueness. To that end; which course are you using Marcus? I used to know a great CFI who instructed me with my instrument certificate but he moved to Illinois. Other than him, I don't know any other great ones. My brother, I really enjoy watching others go from start to finish so please keep me in touch and posted with your success. God Bless!
@@FlyingDirty I am using a King Schools Private Pilot home study course. I will keep you updated. God Bless you too!
@@wakandaengineer I never used the King Schools study course but I’ve seen a few of their videos and liked them. I think they work very well as a couple and are great at explaining the concepts. I wish you much success my friend!
I have being trying to finish my ppl the last 10 years, between family issues and job issues it ends up being put in the back burner. Then last year after saving money i finally started again and i am hopefully going to get it done this year, I am now 25 hours in and learning. Thank for great video and inspiring me to keep going.
You are very welcome! I love comments like yours my good friend. They also inspire me incredibly! I hope to keep inspiring you and I hope you finish your goal as soon as possible. Keep me posted with your progress!
Great video ✅ definitely need to start saving up so I can get my PPL.
I really hope you do and thanks for letting me be a part of your decision. Having a PPL has definitely changed my life and my family’s as well. Thanks and please stay connected and let me know about your progress.
@@FlyingDirty what was your initial motivation to learn how to fly? For me my motivation is freedom and travel. Currently I’m 21 turning 22 in May and I have been to many states and a few countries. Though, I don’t like being on airlines and I want the freedom to just wake up, plan out a flight, and then go to that destination on my own a few days later. I think my plan will be to live frugal for 3-4 years and then I can get the license around 25-26 years old. I want to get the PPL but I don’t want to go into debt for it.
@@YusefWakeel there were several motivational reasons that got me flying. But the biggest is my passion for airplanes. For me it began when I was around 12 when a friend of the family took me up in ST. Augustine Florida. Then, a few years later, a friend of mine invited me on a night flight through Jacksonville, FL. Ever since I was hooked. In my late teens I got a job at the Jacksonville International Airport and I used to go down to the ramp as often as possible to watch the airplanes land and takeoff. I just knew that I wanted to be a pilot and own an airplane someday. Don’t let go that burning desire and let it drive you to your life destination.
Very nice flight and talk Raul. Maybe a bit out of topic but any particular reason your seats don’t have headrests? Keep up the great content. Saludos !!!
Thank you very much Jose! No good comment is ever out of topic in this community my friend. The earlier model PA32 seats did not come with headrests.
Looking on your website I did not see any long sleeve tees. Do you have any? In the video you are wearing one
What size?
@@raulcartagena294 XL Tall.
@@Aviation-bc4zi I do have about 9 (black) XL but not the Tall ones. Those and other sizes have been hard to get since the pandemic. If you decide to order a shirt just let me know on the order that it is for you and that you want a Long Sleeve and I'll make it happen for the same price as the short sleeve. Thanks!
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks a lot Eric and you are very welcome 😀
Thank you for sharing, great ADM. I will definitely check out your website. Worth watching it. Great informative tips. Thanks...!!
Thank you Captain Khan! Hopefully, this will inspire more future captains!
I started my flying training at 52, I have my PPL now age, 55
That is pretty awesome 😎 my friend. Congratulations to you on your success! I’ve said on several of my recent videos that flying is one of the best accomplishments I’ve done in my life. I’m hoping you’ll feel the same way as you make many flying adventures.
I have a couple young relatives that need to watch this video. Thanks for the 20%! Always loved the name.
My thanks to all of you for inspiring and supporting me and our aviation passions Bruce.
Great music! Great video!
Thanks a lot 😊
I was thinking to be a commercial pilot but I think I might do a private pilot and get a license
Once you get your Pilot's Certificate and you start doing a lot of flying you may end up surprised like myself. I was looking at my logged hours the other day and I happened to have all the flight hours needed for the commercial rating. All I need is to take the FAA written exam and the check ride. Best wishes to you!
Do you think its worth it for me to get my ppl? I do not want A career in aviation, but I’ve always wanted to fly since I was a boy. Even if it is just a couple of hours a month. I am just worried about the cost of owning a plane, is it cheaper to rent a plane?
That's probably not a fair question to ask me 😀 I love aviation so much and it has been an incredible journey for me since 1998. I cannot say no to your question. I most definitely think you should do it! You're like me. I never wanted to fly commercial. My only goal was to do exactly what I am doing now. Loving life and sharing my flying passions with family and friends. There is a rule floating around that if you fly 50 plus hours a year it would be better to buy. Based on my experience, I would agree! Thanks Rex and keep at it!
One day
Keep the drive and the day will come! Thanks for the comment!
Which plane is he flying?
Hi Eric! On this video I'm flying the Piper Cherokee Six.
Greetings from Florida! Is your engine turbocharged?
No. But for the Cherokee Six you can only get a normalizer and it can be hard on the engine if you use it too much. They run very hot fast and also burn a lot of fuel at lower levels. You will not benefit much from a normalizer unless you fly where you will need oxygen. And that can become a major problem due to what most people don't even think or know about and that is the extreme danger of fluttering at higher altitudes. In higher altitudes the airspeed indicator is no longer reliable in terms of safe maneuvering speeds and you may quickly experience fluttering in a Cherokee Six and that wing might come apart suddenly and without much warning. It's just not a good combination for a Six in my opinion. Now that being said, here in Denver, you can benefit from a normalizer on takeoffs but it does you absolutely nothing at lower altitudes. Thanks for the question Tulio!
Are you a cfi by chance?
I am not a cfi but I've seriously thought about pursuing it.
I remember going through my PPL training. Most memorable moment was the first solo in the pattern and looking to my right and thinking “oh S@&t, I have to do this alone this time” most terrifying, exhilarating and joyful moment at the same time. There’s a whole other story that goes with it on the third touch and go and was asked to do 360s for spacing...Everyone should at least try a discovery flight, just to see what it’s like.
What I remember about the solo was how much easier it was to fly without the CFI! Mostly from a weight standpoint, but, well, whatever...
John, That was just about the same feeling I got. A moment you'll never forget!
After the solo it seems like the training also goes faster and it's cheaper because now you can fly without the cost of a CFI.
Enjoy your videos.....
Thanks a lot James 😀
more like $23k these days
It has definitely gotten more expensive for sure!
why flight simulator is cheaper.
Of course! But it doesn’t get you anywhere and you don’t get to develop the incredible experiences.
What an amazing video
Thx
Thanks a lot and I appreciate your comment 😀
Very nice so nice
Many many thanks Yuri