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The Falcon of Malta's Incredible Story: The best Air to Air Kill of WWII
George Beurling, a Canadian fighter pilot, became one of World War II's top aces. Known as "Screwball" Beurling, he served primarily with the Royal Air Force in the defense of Malta. His exceptional skill and daring earned him the title "Falcon of Malta." Despite his nonconformist attitude, Beurling's precision and sharpshooting downed 31 enemy aircraft in just 14 days during 1942. His unorthodox tactics and fearless nature made him a legend. After the war, Beurling attempted various flying endeavors but tragically died in a plane crash in 1948. His legacy endures as one of Canada's greatest wartime heroes.
I recommend watching "Air Aces" on George Beurling for a more in-depth documentary
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Gulfstream G700, Better Ryanair Prices, Archer eVOTLs, Quick Update
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The Gulfstream G700 is a new business jet that offers incredible range, comfort, and cutting-edge technology. It has a spacious cabin that can be customized and advanced avionics for a smooth flight. Ryanair, a major European budget airline, is predicting that airfare prices for the peak summer travel season might stay flat or see a modest increase compared to last year, instead of the previous...
Singapore Airlines Major Turbulence, New Airbus A321XLR & Emirates Boeing 777 Attack of the Flamingo
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In today's aviation news, a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence near Myanmar, resulting in one passenger death and multiple injuries. The plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Bangkok. On a more positive note, Iberia became the first airline to introduce the Airbus A321XLR with impressive fuel efficiency, allowing for new long-haul routes....
Unsolved Mysteries Of Aviation
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This UA-cam video explores unsolved aviation mysteries. Amelia Earhart's disappearance during her attempt to circumnavigate the globe in 1937 is a chilling example. D.B. Cooper's hijacking and escape with ransom money in 1971 remains unsolved. Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished in 2014 with no trace. The Bermuda Triangle is associated with numerous disappearances, including Flight 19 and the...
The 3 Things You Need to Fly For fun
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My channel for Stories of Aviation www.youtube.com/@StoriesofAviation The last story was on Douglas Bader, the legless badass fighter ace of WWII ua-cam.com/video/bwlh8jGv2vU/v-deo.html I'm changing my channel to focus on Aviation Stories more than aircraft fact videos. This is a trial, so do let me know if you like it or not in the comments. In this video I mention the Skyranger is in a 650KG,...
Why This Legless Fighter Ace Was So Feared: Douglas Bader, The Badass WWII Fighter Ace
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Douglas Bader, a legendary World War II Royal Air Force pilot, is renowned for his extraordinary achievements despite losing both legs in a pre-war flying accident. His determination and resilience led him to become one of Britain's most celebrated flying aces, credited with downing numerous enemy aircraft. Bader's insistence on returning to combat duty inspired his fellow pilots and symbolized...
Pilot Mike no more!
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I'm changing the channel to "Stories of Aviation" The first one releases soon!
What is it like to take a hot air balloon ride?
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This is Pilot Mike's experience of the Virgin Hot Air Balloon ride! Please note I am not affiliated with Virgin in any way. I paid full price for our tickets and I have made this video without contact from Virgin. ❤️ Please consider supporting me so I can keep making videos ❤️ My Patreon www.patreon.com/PilotMike Want to pass your Ground Exams? Bitesize exam prep app PPL Easy Pass Android l.lin...
Why Trevor Jacob's Crash Was Unusual
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In this video, I explain the usual procedures for engine failure and emergency landings. As a private pilot, I have trained for this. I can't comment on what Trevor Jacob did, but I can explain what we are trained for and what most pilots would do if they didn't have a parachute (which is usually the case). I provide you with the information on what would usually happen so you can make your own...
15 Facts of The Red Baron and World War 1 Fighter Aces. Do you know how young they were?!
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15 Facts of The Red Baron and World War 1 Fighter Aces. Do you know how young they were?!
Could the Sopwith Camel beat The Red Baron - and can I buy and fly one today?
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Could the Sopwith Camel beat The Red Baron - and can I buy and fly one today?
Pipistrel Panthera - So is it as good as it looks?
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Pipistrel Panthera - So is it as good as it looks?
Diamond DA40 - Why do pilots love it?
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Diamond DA40 - Why do pilots love it?
Become a pilot! | Get your PPL - USA UK Europe | Learn how to become a pilot in a simple steps
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Become a pilot! | Get your PPL - USA UK Europe | Learn how to become a pilot in a simple steps
Become a Ultralight or Light Sport Pilot
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Become a Ultralight or Light Sport Pilot
Become a Helicopter Pilot
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Become a Helicopter Pilot
Become a Paramotor Pilot
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Become a Paramotor Pilot
Become a Sailpane Glider Pilot | The Ultimate Guide to Flying a Sailpane Glider | Amazing Technique
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Become a Sailpane Glider Pilot | The Ultimate Guide to Flying a Sailpane Glider | Amazing Technique
Become an Autogyro or Gyrocopter Pilot
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Become an Autogyro or Gyrocopter Pilot
Affordabe Flying - Get a New Hobby!
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Affordabe Flying - Get a New Hobby!
Become a Hang Glider Pilot
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Become a Hang Glider Pilot
Why Piper Sport fell out with SportCruiser PS-28? - Cost, performance, history
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Why Piper Sport fell out with SportCruiser PS-28? - Cost, performance, history
Nemesis NXT Breaking records Piston and Electric
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Nemesis NXT Breaking records Piston and Electric
Aircraft and Prices at the Private Flyer airshow
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Aircraft and Prices at the Private Flyer airshow
Is Top Gun is Real? - Is there really a BEST of the BEST? - from F-4 to F-14 to F/A-18
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Is Top Gun is Real? - Is there really a BEST of the BEST? - from F-4 to F-14 to F/A-18
Tom Cruise is an amazing pilot! And that is his P-51 Mustang! But just how good is he?
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Tom Cruise is an amazing pilot! And that is his P-51 Mustang! But just how good is he?
Jets vs Turboprops - Which is best for $500,000???
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Jets vs Turboprops - Which is best for $500,000???
5 Sexy Piston Aircraft 2022
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5 Sexy Piston Aircraft 2022
Piper PA-28 - Confused on which type to buy? The Differences explained
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Piper PA-28 - Confused on which type to buy? The Differences explained
Autogyros - some to consider - prices - records - saftey and more!
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Autogyros - some to consider - prices - records - saftey and more!

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  • @apacheinstructor
    @apacheinstructor День тому

    I met both of the Rutan brothers when I was painting airplanes at the Mojave airport, I found Burt to be very personable and exceptionally friendly, he was genuinely interested in the work I was doing and seemed completely void of the kind of ego you would expect from such an accomplished engineer, Dick Rutan…not so much.

  • @NoosaHeads
    @NoosaHeads 6 днів тому

    How about an explosive bolt to release the rotor, then deployment of a ballistic parachute system?

  • @treetopflyer522
    @treetopflyer522 6 днів тому

    If you can tolerate the tail wag of the v tail I guess its not too bad although passengers in the back seats will get airsick. still an expensive airplane to own. magnesium flying surfaces make it very susceptible to corrosion. I'll keep my Bellanca Cruisemaster.

  • @ronn4061
    @ronn4061 8 днів тому

    No Mxs or Mx2? This video is inconclusive therefore invalid.

  • @larrybuchanan7161
    @larrybuchanan7161 12 днів тому

    How do I follow you?

  • @jacquesdemolay2699
    @jacquesdemolay2699 15 днів тому

    STANDAR ???

  • @marksmadhousemetaphysicalm2938
    @marksmadhousemetaphysicalm2938 17 днів тому

    Prices aren’t too bad considering what they can do…essentially a STOL aircraft…I wonder if there are four seater versions…

  • @georgehardie2016
    @georgehardie2016 20 днів тому

    Who builds it kind of important

  • @georgehardie2016
    @georgehardie2016 20 днів тому

    Just the process seems ridiculously complicated

  • @trevordance3453
    @trevordance3453 21 день тому

    I am building a monowheel in New Zealand ...

  • @muffinman17065
    @muffinman17065 21 день тому

    I just found out that my grandad was in thw POW camp with barder and i have a photo aomeone took of him in the camp unseen by anyone

  • @zinajessica6125
    @zinajessica6125 22 дні тому

    Which Flying school did Tom Cruise get his CPL from/?

  • @carlospereda3069
    @carlospereda3069 25 днів тому

    Is it true that Cirrus has a parachute cause it can not recover from a spin?

  • @wdtaut5650
    @wdtaut5650 28 днів тому

    1:33 I think the North American Navion counts, so make it three, not two post war, all-metal, light planes. Depending on the source, the Navion was first. There are, also, the Luscombe 8 and 10 to consider. The Luscombe 8 was in production before the war so they may have produced the first post-war, all metal, light plane when production resumed.

  • @janbo766
    @janbo766 Місяць тому

    would be nice when you translate your inch and feets into metric so normal ppl can understand it :)

  • @DROHNENDANIEL
    @DROHNENDANIEL Місяць тому

    What model was that with the retractable gear?

  • @labouraredangerous
    @labouraredangerous Місяць тому

    21 yearold instructo, wow... 21 yearolds today dont even know their own gender

  • @towgod7985
    @towgod7985 Місяць тому

    Wasn't this guy KICKED OUT OF WWII!

  • @Vegas_Des
    @Vegas_Des Місяць тому

    Bro changed his convergence and used Stealth belts like in War Thunder 😮

  • @MBCGRS
    @MBCGRS Місяць тому

    I think Beurling had alot in common with Marseille. Both individuals trying to play a team sport solo.

  • @ferhanhussain4737
    @ferhanhussain4737 Місяць тому

    He’s a stirling guy that Buerling

  • @josephlau8476
    @josephlau8476 Місяць тому

    I like aerobatic very much.

  • @martingoode5600
    @martingoode5600 Місяць тому

    He didn't lose his legs in a pre-war accident it was while he was in the war next time you want to post a video of a military veteran get your fucking facts right stop making up bullshit misinformation

  • @22arabella
    @22arabella Місяць тому

    And what about Jurgis Kairys?

  • @fredbugden3511
    @fredbugden3511 Місяць тому

    No range, no payload . No point

    • @pauldonner9707
      @pauldonner9707 19 днів тому

      Um, wrong. Win races, set records. THAT is the point. 🙄

  • @awehellnah
    @awehellnah Місяць тому

    @greenpointaviation has a great video on flight mh370 i recommend you check out

  • @douggraham5812
    @douggraham5812 Місяць тому

    Both the EZ in LongEZ and the Eze in VariEze are pronounced like "easy", not "Easy E"

  • @minnesnowtan9970
    @minnesnowtan9970 Місяць тому

    The Cirrus requires a parachute repack every ten years costing at least $25,000 US. Whether the parachute was used on not. More cost on the SR-22 and G1 planes need the airframes cut and patched and repainted in the chute area. Cirrus is now Chinese owned, and their customer service means you should order your repack kit a year in advance. Not repacking the chute can mean grounding the plane. Why did Cirrus even do the chute? Spin recovery problems, only way to get it certified. Go Diamond.

  • @richardweller5545
    @richardweller5545 Місяць тому

    750 nm

  • @ferhanhussain4737
    @ferhanhussain4737 Місяць тому

    DB cooper is a bad ass

  • @453421abcdefg12345
    @453421abcdefg12345 Місяць тому

    The guns were .303 British caliber, not 7.7mm!

  • @Anerdouthere
    @Anerdouthere Місяць тому

    Rip Burt

  • @RichardCodes
    @RichardCodes Місяць тому

    Great video Mike!

  • @GregPreece
    @GregPreece Місяць тому

    RIP Earhart

  • @peteralexander3255
    @peteralexander3255 2 місяці тому

    Plane #2 - Lancia Evolultion?? Try Lancair. Top speed of Pipistrel Panthera is incorrect. VNE means Never Exceed Speed, not top speed. Get it right, very poor fact checking.

  • @bphifer
    @bphifer 2 місяці тому

    Can you earn money with a sport license

  • @ClassicCase
    @ClassicCase 2 місяці тому

    TL;DR: 1) money 2) money 3) money

  • @RichardCodes
    @RichardCodes 2 місяці тому

    Nice flaps!

  • @ferhanhussain4737
    @ferhanhussain4737 2 місяці тому

    Interesting vid Mike! As a POC of Pakistani heritage and a feminist I would like to see a video about Marium Mukhtiar, Pakistans first female fighter pilot please.

  • @matthew1337
    @matthew1337 2 місяці тому

    Have you ever heard of the "Cornfield Bomber"? It's a nickname given to a Convair F-106 Delta Dart that landed itself perfectly in a Montana field in 1970 after the pilot ejected due to a flat spin. Remarkably, the jet corrected its own flight path and managed a gentle belly landing in the snow. It's a fascinating example of Cold War-era technology and sheer luck coming together. I think this would make an incredible deep dive video, showcasing the mechanics, the pilot's experience, and the aftermath of this unusual aviation event! Would love to see your take on this!

  • @terryboehler5752
    @terryboehler5752 2 місяці тому

    Electric offers nothing.

  • @RR-kl6sl
    @RR-kl6sl 2 місяці тому

    now THIS IS A GOOD VIDEO !! Excellent work man, big props !

  • @fabiannebenavente7238
    @fabiannebenavente7238 2 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @ferhanhussain4737
    @ferhanhussain4737 2 місяці тому

    Can’t G-loc down this Top G. Great video and epic story Mike!

  • @jacknugent4352
    @jacknugent4352 2 місяці тому

    🙌

  • @matthew1337
    @matthew1337 2 місяці тому

    What an awesome story. Thank you for posting this. Loved it!!

  • @fabiannebenavente7238
    @fabiannebenavente7238 2 місяці тому

    Inspiring story Mike. Good job.

  • @OliverParker
    @OliverParker 2 місяці тому

    Wow, fascinating story! What a leg-end!

  • @GregPreece
    @GregPreece 2 місяці тому

    Great to see you back Mike

  • @RichardCodes
    @RichardCodes 2 місяці тому

    Loving the new style Mike!