Time to Wake the Dragon. Rebuilding the Monster Bush Plane has begun | DRACO X #1

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  • @daltonwatson5839
    @daltonwatson5839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +477

    Forget everything else on the internet because this is all that matters when Draco pops up

    • @Jefreeman13
      @Jefreeman13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Man I clicked on this so fast!

    • @danaskubic2145
      @danaskubic2145 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jefreeman13 me too, love it.

    • @james94582
      @james94582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jefreeman13 me too... I was like got to get in the shower..... But... Whaaaaaattt?!!!! Yep... Definitely watching this first!!

    • @james94582
      @james94582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed!!

    • @pathofresilience1796
      @pathofresilience1796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right lol!?!!👍😁

  • @lockpickinglawyer
    @lockpickinglawyer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +685

    I was hoping for something like this... and I’m glad you’re doing it with a new airframe. Too many question marks with poor Draco’s bones.
    I can’t thank you enough for making these videos. I learn so from them.

    • @elky82
      @elky82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      dont tell me the greatest lock picker on earth is interested in aviation too, dude your the man, ive learned a ton from you too!

    • @morpheus636
      @morpheus636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Wait... LPL is a MIKE PATEY FAN?!?!?

    • @pancakeking78
      @pancakeking78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I sure cant wait to see what Mike does with Draco X

    • @Jsimpson2120
      @Jsimpson2120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Who else is pleasantly surprised to see lpl on here

    • @jameschristiansson3137
      @jameschristiansson3137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Jsimpson2120 He appeared previously recently, so yeah it is/was a great surprise.

  • @superchargedpetrolhead
    @superchargedpetrolhead 3 ปีที่แล้ว +436

    The Return of the King....
    All hail DRACO X !!!!

    • @wowguy3562
      @wowguy3562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We all know Draco X will have added Roman numerals, thats just Mike ... Draco X plus IV, I can't wait

    • @juststeve5542
      @juststeve5542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@wowguy3562 Draco XIIIIIIIII

    • @rogerbloxham5381
      @rogerbloxham5381 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was about time

    • @vincentcastonguay8304
      @vincentcastonguay8304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Long live the king

    • @johnd5805
      @johnd5805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vincentcastonguay8304 it's just a plane

  • @brankooffice
    @brankooffice 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    Honestly, there is no movie, game or sports event trailer that has me more pumped than this announcement.
    Let's gooooooo!

    • @cheagle464
      @cheagle464 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why am I only seeing this NOW, 3 Years later!

  • @Myshtuff
    @Myshtuff 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Ok Mike I think it’s waaay beyond time for an update/explanation on Draco? Are you abandoning him? Are you now a pool builder instead of an aircraft builder? Give us a clue on your plans!

  • @Russellsperry
    @Russellsperry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I’ve been waiting for this moment! Record as much as you can. I don’t care if I have to spend years watching the new Draco build.

    • @renof2505
      @renof2505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah, if there was a live Draco/Scrappy cam in the shop it would certainly get used.

    • @Russellsperry
      @Russellsperry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@renof2505 - that’s a good idea, or he could even do a full on TV show.

    • @JimOHalloran
      @JimOHalloran 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Years? I hope not, I've already got years invested in Project Binky! Anyone taking bets on whether Draco X or Binky gets finished first?? Truth though, I don't really care how long Draco takes, as long as we get to see all of Mike's infectious enthusiasm along the way! :)

    • @ihdieselman
      @ihdieselman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JimOHalloran Draco x for sure project Binky will be project Binky indefinitely.

    • @JimOHalloran
      @JimOHalloran 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ihdieselman I’d like to see the BoM guys actually get to drive Binky, but I think it’s still a while away yet. Mike on the other hand will just work night and day and get Draco done.

  • @utube321piotr
    @utube321piotr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Glad Wilga will live Mike. Poland is proud of you. WILGA is a bird name in Polish of the GOLDEN ORIOLE.

    • @killemtoenjoythesilence
      @killemtoenjoythesilence 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He should use the bird for inspiration on the livery.

    • @Rincypoopoo
      @Rincypoopoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lovely birds. Make a lot of different calls. They are here in Andalucia in the summer. I agree with Kill em´ re Draco Logo. An oriel would be very cool against... black for instance ?

    • @utube321piotr
      @utube321piotr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@llee66 rather veal-gah

    • @foxmulder3980
      @foxmulder3980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gee, thanks Cliff.....

  • @coltonkarges2656
    @coltonkarges2656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    ITS HAPPENING! OMG ITS HAPPENING! EVERYBODY STAY CALM!!!

    • @kaceesavage
      @kaceesavage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I can’t I can’t aaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!!!!!woooooooohhhhooooooo!!!!!!

    • @MooMoo628
      @MooMoo628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      STAY F*CKING CALM!!!
      😂

    • @scottskinner577
      @scottskinner577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Can't guarantee that

    • @rodchambers2529
      @rodchambers2529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's not possible to stay calm!

    • @juststeve5542
      @juststeve5542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'M CALM, WHO'S NOT CALM! WE'RE ALL CALM!

  • @tydeze1
    @tydeze1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    When Mike Patey says he's going to make something new and improved........be ready to be amazed. After watching the Scrappy build, Ive never seen someone who is so efficient in his designs, it's unbelievable.

    • @kirkspencer5522
      @kirkspencer5522 ปีที่แล้ว

      I understand drako could never fly again but what about a stacik display?0

  • @Obelix2610
    @Obelix2610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YES YES YES !!!
    All the Years i'm into Flying (nearly 30 years now) the Wilga was allways a little strange.
    But the time i saw Draco with a TP, I WAS TOTALY IN LOVE.
    I cant wait to see Draco X up in the Air.
    Back to work Mike, and build that Beast

  • @swisscheeseaviation590
    @swisscheeseaviation590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I think everyone in the aviation community has been waiting for this, can’t wait to see Draco flying again!
    Keep up the amazing work Mike!

    • @UncleKennysPlace
      @UncleKennysPlace 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well, you'll see _a_ Draco flying.

  • @Greenjohnable
    @Greenjohnable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    How does so much knowledge and skill fit into one persons brain? Mike is PURE genius!

    • @joethepro1089
      @joethepro1089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And passion. Pure passion.

  • @silasthomas1454
    @silasthomas1454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    "sleep is overrated" - Mike. Can't wait to watch you build this one too!

  • @trueknowledge8334
    @trueknowledge8334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great engineers break the rules and make something outstanding. The greatest engineers break their own rules to make the best thing ever. Draco X can't wait to see you in the air.

  • @4xoverland
    @4xoverland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    YES!!!

  • @MB-cv5pz
    @MB-cv5pz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Yessss! Our favorite plane is back! Stronger and better than ever!

  • @IFlyHeliz
    @IFlyHeliz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Mike I really love that you keep me so interested in aviation.

  • @FlyingAl2006
    @FlyingAl2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Two planes at once ??? Does that mean twice the videos too ;)

    • @allenpeachy3987
      @allenpeachy3987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope so. 😃

    • @sonshinelight
      @sonshinelight 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He needs to hire Trent and Devin to keep the cameras running while we watch blurry video of Mike getting back to work.

  • @MissionaryBushPilot
    @MissionaryBushPilot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Going to be sick!!! I can't wait

    • @chraven69
      @chraven69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeh definitely going to be a sick video series to watch. Like you I can't wait ✊😎👍

    • @dinobot_maximize
      @dinobot_maximize 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      mike, reconsider naming your airplane something else. draco is a dragon and dragons are serpents and world renown in pagan cultures are snakes/dragons and the snake is satan in the bible and god may have made your draco eat the dust of the earth like it's said god punished 'the serpent' with. god is a jealous god and has buried many civilizations, literally, for dragon worship. i think god uses disasters to bring some things to our attention and this could be one of those reasons although im not 100% certain its still a good idea to not call your airplane satan, basically.

    • @volvoripr9980
      @volvoripr9980 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dinobot_maximize good point

  • @williamandrews1683
    @williamandrews1683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    They say money can't buy happiness but it sure seems like it helps! Love watching you and your brother both.

  • @randallharmsen5802
    @randallharmsen5802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The Master and his flying machines! Rock it Mike.

  • @haraldschevik5213
    @haraldschevik5213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This guy is crazy...
    Crazy awesome!

  • @richmotion
    @richmotion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am not a pilot, not even a lot into aviation. But Mike is so full of compassion, knowledge and power, he always drags me along, even lifts me up (pun intended). Suddenly I want to weld something... I was devastated when Draco crashed, an now I am evenly excited and can´t wait for the videos to come! Perfection is knocking on our screens!

  • @connerman5000
    @connerman5000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m excited for this build and all the others to fallow Mike you are a great inspiration for all of watching. Keep up the good work and May God Bless You Sir!

  • @SteveBeckerBass
    @SteveBeckerBass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    YEEEESSSSSS!!!!!!! Can't wait, Mike. Not a pilot and don't think I ever will be, but your positive attitude and work ethic are addicting. Amazingly talented engineer and pilot, as well as an awesome Dad and husband. You're a huge inspiration to me. If I'm half the man when I die that you are now, I'll have considered my life a success. Thank you for the motivation.

    • @MikePatey
      @MikePatey  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow! What a kind thing to say, thank you. Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @Utahforrest
    @Utahforrest 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Mike Patey + Experimental Aircraft = The gift that keeps on giving.

  • @DevilDolphin734
    @DevilDolphin734 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Gets TH-cam notification that says Mike Patey instantly hits it!

  • @TheCharlieSmithChannel
    @TheCharlieSmithChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Not sure I ever thought a plane or a video about a plane would make me feel emotional

    • @trentjensen96
      @trentjensen96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I still cry watching the Draco crash video.

    • @TheCharlieSmithChannel
      @TheCharlieSmithChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@trentjensen96 that was a dark day and I was so heartbroken for Mike. Still, thank god everyone was OK. I'd take the loss of Draco over the loss of Mike all day. He is an absolute treasure isn't he

    • @trentjensen96
      @trentjensen96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheCharlieSmithChannel isn't that the truth?

    • @kconlon2836
      @kconlon2836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It did me also. who can tear up for a plane? I can.

  • @jazpacificrimhobby3053
    @jazpacificrimhobby3053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wake that Dragon!!!!!!!! Can't wait for my Draco to arrive. So happy you worked with Horizon. Can't wait for Draco's rebirth!!!!!
    You're an inspiration Mike!!!!

  • @thomasstraulina9098
    @thomasstraulina9098 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mike you are an inspiration to everyone. I'm getting to old for big projects but at one time I was told that I could rebuild the space shuttle easily. Keep on working on your dreams. Thanks. Tom

  • @bamascubaman
    @bamascubaman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The aviation world didn't know that it needed Draco until you gave birth to it but it's had a gaping hole with its unfortunate demise. Very glad to see that Draco will not only live again but will be even more ludicrous. 😋

  • @Mr_Z_Man
    @Mr_Z_Man 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    "Draco Patey...A plane barely alive...'Gentlemen, we can rebuild him'...Better...Stronger...Faster!" 😅 Maybe Lee Majors can make an appearance in one of the build videos. :D Such great news!

    • @RU-HDD-4-HVN
      @RU-HDD-4-HVN 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cue the special sound effects........

  • @dat240zg
    @dat240zg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Tease! Aww, man. I didn’t look at the length of the video. Come on, Mike. 😄.
    Really though, can’t wait to see the engineering that goes in to this beast!

  • @ryansweb1067
    @ryansweb1067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I followed Draco from the beginning and watched your heart break when she flipped. I'm so glad to see that you've decided to build Draco X. It's going to be spectacular!

  • @kenferguson3349
    @kenferguson3349 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    O hell yeah! DRACO's return is just the news I needed!

  • @johnparrish9215
    @johnparrish9215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I will miss Draco, legendary greatness.

  • @randemness2680
    @randemness2680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When you get chills just seeing the title. Cant wait Mike

  • @micahgary7403
    @micahgary7403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Pause the rest of the world im keeping my eyes glued to this TH-cam page

  • @Mr.Phesadent
    @Mr.Phesadent 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mike, your channel has quickly became one of my favorites. Aviation, Engineering, Enthusiasm.
    We really appreciate it! #WelcomeBackDraco

  • @Dr.Reason
    @Dr.Reason ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Get that house and pool done, I’m ready to watch you build Draco X!

  • @robertwlaubreaux7835
    @robertwlaubreaux7835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow - two at the same time ! ? !
    That means twice the fun - please keep those superb videos coming 😎🤙

  • @KevinBein
    @KevinBein 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes! This makes me so happy. I knew there was no way you would be able to just throw Draco back together without making it drastically better.

  • @EasyAnderson
    @EasyAnderson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mike you just made thousands of people super happy!!! We can’t wait to see it!

  • @mcspikes1
    @mcspikes1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m excited and can hardly wait!

  • @nickb193
    @nickb193 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    luminous yellow for paint scheme! Cannot wait to witness the X!

  • @scooter2kool173
    @scooter2kool173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Ole boy isn’t playing around. Let’s go!

  • @donaldparlettjr3295
    @donaldparlettjr3295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Draco 2.0 here we go. I knew Mike couldn't leave it alone.

  • @shilohstore6086
    @shilohstore6086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I don't think I've ever been more excited for something that I don't own

  • @chrisjamison376
    @chrisjamison376 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Mike, I love the build and flying videos but most of all your love for Family, Life and Aviation is so inspiring! God Bless you and your family!❤️

  • @MrBluescruise
    @MrBluescruise 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good on you Mike! I subscribed to your channel during the Draco build, and to this day, I anxiously await every new video. I'm a 65 y.o. retired machinist who wishes he had instructors with your drive and infectious personality when I was in school. While I'm not a pilot (I have no depth perception due to a botched surgery) I love aviation. I've got a couple hundred jumps in when I skydived in my 20's, raced motocross and bungee jumped. My son is a Navy aviator, and I've been fortunate enough to see lots of navy planes up close. I used to hang out at the local municipal airports hoping (and getting a few rides) with some of the local pilots. I've done a lot of flight simming, and was fortunate enough to get to try out an actual Navy F-18 simulator a couple of times. Watching you and some of the other Fat Tire Cowboys flight videos help me live out my dreams of flying. Thank you for sharing your smile!

  • @Physhi
    @Physhi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I saw that Wilga in one of your previous videos and I believe I typed: "I see your next project coming up in the background," or something very similar to that, not hinting that you're gonna build another Draco.
    The Phoenix named Draco X.

  • @brianbob7514
    @brianbob7514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I’m glad he’s rich or we would have to crowd fund all this :)

    • @adamscholl9410
      @adamscholl9410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Rich is a poor way to look at Mike and Mark. Glad they EARNED enough money.

    • @brandoncaldwell95
      @brandoncaldwell95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you look at yourself poor, you will never do what you want in life. In your classification im beyond broke. In reality, poeple think i make a lot. I do not, but i do get and buy what i want when i can. To why i have 2 1 tons trucks, 3 trailers, an enclosed tractor, a ditch witch among many other things. Its just what i like, though im "poor".

  • @ferdi9067
    @ferdi9067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Imagine having to decide if you’ll fly Scrappy or Draco X today haha🥵😅

    • @UncleKennysPlace
      @UncleKennysPlace 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No contest; that air-cooled eight banger is trying to flail itself apart. Gimme a turbine, please.

    • @perhearkko4255
      @perhearkko4255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It is no problem :-) there’s enough power to tow the other one :-)

    • @garywilliams9678
      @garywilliams9678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or the Xcub, or the Cessna, or the Eclipse or the Robins or the other Wilga.........Man life is hard I am loosing track of all these tail numbers.

  • @pieteri.duplessis
    @pieteri.duplessis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good news. All the best and have fun, I'm having fun seeing you in action during your rebuilts.

  • @hankelvisimpersonator2832
    @hankelvisimpersonator2832 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just.
    Fell.
    Off.
    My chair.
    This is so un expected, and so EXCITING!
    Mike, thank so much for letting us into your awesome winged life. I watched you build Draco, am watching you build Scrappy and keep looking out for Mrs Patey's Super Cub build.
    Great to join the journey with you and can't wait to see what you do with Draco X! This is going to be epic.... AGAIN!!!!

  • @paulbrach5778
    @paulbrach5778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My heart still breaks when I think of all the amazing work that was lost in the crash. It is so exciting to hear you are starting on DracoX. I’m not even a pilot, I just love when people make awesome things!

  • @TriggerFpv
    @TriggerFpv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I stopped my day to watch!! I'm so excited 😄

  • @inwen8258
    @inwen8258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    "We gonna make it even Better!" Vertical take off now?

    • @charlesdrake4316
      @charlesdrake4316 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He said faster than a helicopter not a vtol

    • @Jimidan1000
      @Jimidan1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@charlesdrake4316 Draco would roll 10-15 feet and be in the air...not much difference.

  • @nemo227
    @nemo227 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You made this old man smile, Mike. I was sure that you HAD TO rebuild Draco. Thank you!!! It is EXCITING!

  • @kinsleykhoo48
    @kinsleykhoo48 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just re-watched this video again - ADRENALIN!! - so excited, cant wait to watch this build...this is gonna be awesome!!!

  • @P-J-W-777
    @P-J-W-777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The fastest I’ve ever clicked on any link on TH-cam and the Internet!

  • @josiasahoba5163
    @josiasahoba5163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "FINALLY" Draco is coming back

  • @JA-bl7dk
    @JA-bl7dk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would personally love to see Draco back. Draco is why i started watching videos about STOL planes.

  • @joshuamusyoki1884
    @joshuamusyoki1884 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I am from Kenya and a new viewer to you channel and i love your crazy ideas that you bring alive in the aviation industry......... I can't wait to see Draco X come alive again, am excited.

  • @cdmc012599
    @cdmc012599 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sooooo happy to see you putting Draco back on the building blocks. Now, com on Mike. Lets get some new videos up. 😄 love watching your show. Great energy!

  • @trytolookbusy
    @trytolookbusy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are keeping us and Steve Henry in suspense about those Scrappy wings! But who cares the world is celebrating because we are going to see Draco come back! This is going to be amazing!

    • @GunganWorks
      @GunganWorks 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      5 months later...
      Still no wings.
      LoL

  • @HakureiReimuOfficial
    @HakureiReimuOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    Mike Patey stares down at the very concept of sleep and says
    "Not today."

    • @DennisMohn
      @DennisMohn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sleep is just some useless invention, most possibly by the bedding industry!

    • @jpaulkepler4638
      @jpaulkepler4638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He has someone on payroll to sleep for him .

  • @DigitalAwareness
    @DigitalAwareness 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love this guy! This channel is so underrated! Thank you for the content.

  • @CesarPasini
    @CesarPasini 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We can't wait for the next steps. This is a gift for all of us. Thanks.

  • @LivingArtsCo
    @LivingArtsCo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such ingenuity, dreams, skills, is what made this country such a great place driven by inovation, creativity, ....Not many left, I command you on your work, the quality of your work, and keeping so many of us dreaming an smiling. I only built a Fisher mini cub an an Avidflyer when they first came out, ....The beauty and scale, performance of your artworks are definitely inspiring, the stuff dreams are made of...Thank you for your time spent educating us, an sharing with us. Cannot wait to see Scrappy perform. ;)

  • @rochboulanger6565
    @rochboulanger6565 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I like this, but I wanna see a finished and flying Scrappy more.

    • @jagerpowell1458
      @jagerpowell1458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Real excited on scrappy but my jaw dropped when I seen this.... building one plane that's not quite finished after such a long road and to announce Draco mkII with the same enthusiasm and ready to dive right back in makes me respect this man even more. Getting my pilots license has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember and it's this kind of stuff right here, the passion in it all that makes me want to fly that much more. Keep it going I beg you!

  • @johnbaker8512
    @johnbaker8512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Who else is old enough to get flashbacks to the Million Dollar Man watching this.. Good luck Mike!

  • @ukar69
    @ukar69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    If Draco X has an even shorter landing roll it will be doing it in reverse.

    • @DavidHope1133
      @DavidHope1133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just going to land vertically. Shorter landing roll than helicopters

  • @davidnelson195
    @davidnelson195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! I didn’t see Draco being built but I WILL watch this build! Oh course along with Scrappy! Be safe and thank you for sharing! You have inspired me with a different outlook on the things that I do.

  • @IvanIvanov-ve6ti
    @IvanIvanov-ve6ti 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are such a role model Mike...
    I'm currently doing my ground training in Europe for my FI (equivalent of CFI) course. I moved to a different country and I don't have a girlfriend nor many friend so I can work and study 10-12 hours a day. I wasn't doing this before and I didn't think that I was capable or If it was possible. But seeing your big big smile and this contagious passion for Avatian makes me feel like I can do anything, anything!
    I hope to see "Draco X" soaring trough the skies and you smiling from the cockpit soon!
    I wish you all the best.

  • @GunnerRA155
    @GunnerRA155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    FREAKIN PLOT TWIST!!!

  • @dreadog6425
    @dreadog6425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My life now has a new meaning. DracoX Lets have at it.

  • @MrMedderzEa
    @MrMedderzEa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Now this is going to be exciting :D.

  • @johnsons74thsquadron74
    @johnsons74thsquadron74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The original Draco was the most bad-to-the bone bush plane ever made. You taking Draco to a whole another level is making my heart pound with excitement. Can’t wait to see the result.

  • @mikeblocker5720
    @mikeblocker5720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Working with this guy would be an awesome experience. The energy around innovation. Awesome stuff

  • @DeltaVTX
    @DeltaVTX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Mike Patey’s insurance company is probably having a conniption fit right now.

    • @lawrencelacenski9781
      @lawrencelacenski9781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He might have to start his own insurance company 😂🤣

    • @cortpeterson9992
      @cortpeterson9992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Naw just dollar signs he has like 10 planes and a helicopter

    • @ron4969
      @ron4969 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Naw , his insurance agent looks like the professor from back to the Future..poor guy , lol

    • @jebby6922
      @jebby6922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I doubt he’ll be able to insure the Hull. Liability is a maybe.

    • @chrisraatz8000
      @chrisraatz8000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      huh, so thats how you spell that....

  • @braydentroiani7156
    @braydentroiani7156 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    "Shorter take off and landing"
    At this point it will just be a VTOL aircraft

    • @sebi4737
      @sebi4737 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      true that xD

    • @trentjensen96
      @trentjensen96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yeah, he'll have a shorter take off roll than a helicopter. 😂

    • @asroyowironagoro6369
      @asroyowironagoro6369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL! Could be..

    • @jackbelk8527
      @jackbelk8527 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The take off roll of a dragon fly.

    • @carnyzack
      @carnyzack 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      With enough headwind, you can take off in reverse.

  • @MrWirebrain
    @MrWirebrain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Mike it’s getting hard waiting for your weekly posts. So what do you say, just put a live camera in your shop. We promise not to snoop more than 24 hours a day, seven days a week!

  • @HowardPope-l2k
    @HowardPope-l2k ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see DRACO coming alive again. "Back to Work". great videos!!

  • @tjmartin1492
    @tjmartin1492 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 + years on. to say I was devastated is an understatement I watched every single video and every draco build video along the way. Everyday for the last 2 years I have been wondering and excited for draco X it really will push physics and aviation to a new level. to say I am excited for draco X is a complete understatement. Srappy is legit one of the coolest bust plane to date if not the coolest.
    Love your videos Mike cant wait to see Draco X come back to life!

  • @rodchambers2529
    @rodchambers2529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I still think Draco should be red though :-D

    • @johnmarkgatti3324
      @johnmarkgatti3324 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      it may be 'dragon skin'!? .

    • @Agnemons
      @Agnemons 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately "Red is Dead"

    • @Aushumanoid
      @Aushumanoid 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Black would look slick

    • @kitfoxseries6245
      @kitfoxseries6245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I predict an awesome wrap.

    • @hexdude24
      @hexdude24 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Red Draco is iconic.

  • @RCMarty
    @RCMarty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The most inspiring person on TH-cam,

    • @foxmulder3980
      @foxmulder3980 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How'd that episode of Caitlyn inspire you?

    • @RCMarty
      @RCMarty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@foxmulder3980 Caitlin's episode didn't...
      But Mike is an inspiring dude !!!
      Passion, dedication, those are qualities that inspire me.

    • @foxmulder3980
      @foxmulder3980 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RCMarty Why didn't it? Are you transphobic or something? Bigot....

  • @bgribbz
    @bgribbz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I cant remember the last time I hit the like button so fast....DRACO LIVES!!!!!

  • @philipdenner8504
    @philipdenner8504 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i started watching your video clips because when i first saw your plane it looked awesome. (i am not a pilot) i was saddened to see the crumbled mess but am now glad to see it being rebuilt. from an Aussie fan.

  • @2011thekaj
    @2011thekaj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    best news ive heard today waking up:) If every aviation fan dosn't have a poster of Draco on thier wall somewhere in thier house then they havent met Draco or are just not that much into planes. Draco is a Aviation icon to the world.

  • @skerky10mm
    @skerky10mm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Holy crap! We are getting draco, click spring, and project binky back soon!! This winters youtube neck beard will be glorious!!

  • @ki4uaa
    @ki4uaa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I was on the phone with my wife and almost hung up with her to watch. Instead I hurried the conversation along

  • @mattf49006
    @mattf49006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Me : woke up this Sunday morning and contemplated blowing off cleaning my garage
    *Patey: starts a new build*
    Me:..awwww crap...work shamed

  • @bluharris662
    @bluharris662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so looking forward to seeing scrappy in the air and now watching Draco X come to life!! I am really loving your videos!!

  • @joeroberts4068
    @joeroberts4068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I actually cried when I saw Draco crash video. I am so happy to see this. I would like to see Scrappy get finished and fly first, but Draco has to live again! Mike, you are an inspiration for all.

  • @tomashi423
    @tomashi423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've never clicked on something so fast

  • @jeffwin99
    @jeffwin99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Wife: "put your phone down and pay attention to me!"
    Me: " shhhhhh, Draco > you"
    😂😂

  • @Vstromma
    @Vstromma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Christmas comes early!! How is there on dislike on the video already... some people I tell you, if you have hate in your heart... let it out!

  • @Build0001
    @Build0001 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As long as DracoX gets built I will be here watching. It looked so good Red though. Such an awesome plane.

  • @TheSwamppilot
    @TheSwamppilot 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for taking us along Mike! This will be fun!