Excellent overview video of Alina's training, timeline and trip to OSHKOSH. I really enjoyed hearing the communication audio as well. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for sharing this compressed timeline of what was clearly a well planned and executed training program, Bill. What struck me, compared to my experiences working toward my own Private ticket back in '91 were two things: 1) that she was soloing from the moment she started moving, so there would have been much less anxiety over the firs full pattern, unlike with those of us who learned in two/four seaters with an instructor next to us until that first solo pattern, with the empty seat behind us and 180 or so less pounds to haul around the pattern; and 2) she enjoyed a faster than normal repetition of short flights from taxi to wheelie, to approach practice, and on. With that faster turnaround she must have internalized the skills faster: from your video she clearly showed signs of rapidly building that fast, measured control response to the point that it was intuitive, requiring almost no conscious thought. Keeping in constant radio contact gave her immediate constructive input for fast learning. I also noticed in looking at some of your other videos last night that this is actually "second verse" for you, as you went through the same program with your son a coupe of years back. You're an amazing, dedicated and caring guy, Bill; there should be more dads like you in the world.
Thank you for your kind words. Your second point of rapid repetition is a good one. I'm also a cfi and each trip in the pattern takes 6 or more minutes or about 10 per hour. In her case we could easily double that or even better. As she got more comfortable she would take off and land in both directions thus doubling the reps again. She liked to pontificate on the radio after each run. Summarizing her thoughts of what she learned. I also think it was a stress reliever to be able to pause a second and reflect and not have to get right on to go-around, positive rate, flaps up, and so on in the dual training scenario.
@@williamh.scottv438 Pontification: I like to do that too; it's part of what I call "thinking with my mouth open". Narrating the experience helps to internalize and integrate it, pulling out the relevant parts for maximum reuse. Stress reliever? Yes, I'm sure it was that too, especially at the beginning. Reliving and reviewing the experience allows one to (re)gain control of the process, and reset the mind into a state of readiness for the next run. Again, all that is clear in her seemingly effortless control during approaches and flares. So... now this chapter is almost over, you just need more children ;-)
@@julianopificius6910 My oldest is 26. I'm hoping he starts sending some grandbabies this way. My middle is 18 so it'll be a while before he starts. And of course Alina at 14. I don't even want to think about that. But my wife tapped out after Alina. I didn't think I wanted more but now I do. Children are one of the most clear guideposts in life. Once you have them your job is obvious. This episode in Alina's life has brought a lot of attention on me, and a lot of it is very positive and that's nice to hear however, I would be just as happy had my name never been mentioned. When Alina was flying, I think we were turning the corner from Georgia through Tennessee, I called her to ask about engine temperatures and fuel and so forth and she said "thank you. Papa for giving me this opportunity. I don't think many other girls get to do what I'm doing." And then there was silence because I couldn't speak.
@@williamh.scottv438 What are her long term goals for aviation? I didn’t progress beyond VFR in a single engine, and wish I had gone forward. Crop dusting just didn’t seem like a career choice in the 80s.
@@dalesmth1 her focus right now is on going to the Air Force academy. After that she's not so clear what is going to happen. I've also discussed the possibility of the naval academy. She wants to fly something. So she's focusing on good grades so that she'll be accepted to the Air Force academy.
You are so lucky to have a strip right in your yard. Its superb to watch Alinas development. Continue to be so impressed with her fast response on the controls 5:39 during what appeared to be stong wind or turbulence? I wish I had been able to fly at 14! I can see her in fast jets even carrier duty with her reactions like this. She has definitely 'got the ball'. Great work Alina. You have an incredible daughter Sir.
Wow, what a dream. When I was her age I contacted quite a few airports about ultralights hoping to get into the fun. I actually drew up plans to build one too after studying books about design. Never got there. It is quite the honor to see her do this at such an age. Thank you very much for sharing!
Kudos to the young lady. And Kudos to the courageous dad who had the care and confidence, the patience and the time to teach the necessary and sufficient knowledges to develop his daughter's skills. She will go far and he may gratiously accept his due praise.
I am watching your videos from France. I think, William, you're a wonderful Daddy. My parents were good, too, but, unfortunately, they didn't make what your are doing to fulfil such interests of mine in the airflying. Go on, your videos are extremely interesting. Love to both of you and to all the aviation lovers.
I cannot say how impressed I am with this young lady. Kudos to you, dad, for the training you gave her. I know some have browbeat you to death, but this video shows the methodical steps you took with her. As for the eye protection, Yui may want to consider a pair of vintage aviator motorcycle goggles. They are really well padded and comfortable. I was amazed at how well they fit and vision was great.
Alina Scott. Amelia Earhart. Two of the greatest female aviators. We all look forward to the wonderful aviation accomplishments Alina will achieve. Thank you for the videos allowing us to enjoy part of Alina's aviation journey
Oh that being a great pilot was all stick and rudder familiarity! Many a great pilot has been busted by the FAA for lack of knowledge of their regulations and taking liberty to ignore them. 😉
Alina must be a rockstar at her school. The comment Alina Made mid air. Thanking you... means you and her mum have done your jobs right and then some ! Dad of the year award coming up.
I discourage her from talking to her friends about it unless they ask her first. In my sons case, his peers reacted to his accomplishment in a negative way. It was something I didn't see coming.
Entirely the opposite with my sons his Mates were intrigued, though they did rib him for the newspaper article. but only in fun. Anyway keep they videos coming we are all fascinated.
Wow really great to watch Alina looks like a skilled pilot!! As an RC pilot I wish I could really fly looks like a blast, maybe someday...in the meantime I"ll continue fly my plane on the beach ;)
excellent video,Bill,your daughter are heros!!!--my son soloed in a glider on the day he turned 14--26 years ago--then on his 16 bd he soloed the cessna 150,which he flew with an instructor when 10!!!
Good Job Alina, i remember when i flow with Cobra Ultralight 15 years ago mostly like this...it is better using helmet to protect your head from wind and safety reason.....have a nice landing
Hello Mr. William, I was interested into paramotors, but after seeing ur tarmac vid super awesome! Now I want to get into ultralight. Can u give me a little info on how to start . A link would be great on what plane u fly , after that I can see if they have any schools for that in my area. Thanks
Amazing. Beautiful. A great family achievement. Well done. Love the combination of in flight cameras, ground to air work. Are you far from where the Wright Bros started, flew?
I have one comment of concern, not about the flying but about ergonomics, Alinas knees. They might with time become damaged by her sitting with them outstretched. Move the pedals back a little or the seat forward, or maybe just use a pillow.
If I may ask, what kind of work do you do to afford this hobby? Aircraft is not cheap, headsets aren't cheap, radios aren't cheap, repairs aren't cheap, that's why I ask! That is awesome training and extremely supportive!
At 32 to 1. I don't think it matters that much but I have used penzoil. I think it's in the yellow gallon jug. I've also used Lucas and Walmart's supertech. However, I think the supertech didn't look so good compared to Lucas and Pennzoil
@@williamh.scottv438 Are the winds being flown in there typically pretty steady in velocity and direction; does she go up in gusty and variable, too? I figure, if she can get used to that, there may be hope for me also!
She used to wear sun glasses. What changed? what or where is KOSH? Have to keep stopping the video when comments are posted. I'm not a speed reader. I can't believe you can fly like that with no license and no atc. I never caught the GPS she uses. Is the yeasu aircraft for 2 meter ham expanded? I'm jealous. That would be so much fun.does this have a parachute?
@@williamh.scottv438 So, you know my dsylexia problems???? How do you know me???? That would be like a power lifter telling you.. believe me, you can dead lift 1000 pounds.
@@williamh.scottv438 Don't hide your other comments if you have others posted. Your easy to find. Partial dsylexic. All my life and now at 66 it's too late. I've survived quite well as a retired forest ranger/firefighter and U.S. Navy veteran. I just see strange words if I read to fast or misspelled words. But I do have to read slower than most. I'm in sought flori...duh. 🙂
@@daveseddon5227 Thanks, but I don't do algebra, trig or calculus anymore. That was only for 2 weeks to pass the test. Then I forgot it all. I thought nano meters was appropriate for me. The length of one step an ant makes.🤣
@@julianopificius6910 I know that. My point was... I have to keep starting and stoping. It's annoying. Most others leave about 10 seconds or so, more or less to give you a chance to read it. He's not the only one. He is the one who sets it up. What is another 5 seconds? thanks. 🙂
What is the deal with letting her fly without eye protection!? I don't mow the lawn, ride my bike or use a power tool without my eye protection. This kinda ruined this for me. Dad is not being responsible. What if a little bee or fly hit her in the eye? Dumb.
Hello Alena. I love your videos and I am so proud of you. Well done & thank you. A wonderful achievement. Ive been building and flying things for over 50 years using my brain and education and sensibility to keep me safe. I deeply despise all the moronic doogooder HSE imbossiles & wannabees that try to impose their loony, know-it-all safety upon me. So I have always minimised my imposition of safety upon others. HOWEVER, with much respect, your legs frighten me. Sorry, long story. 20 years ago, I was asked to sit in the passenger seat (side by side) - tryaxis, trike, microlite fibreglass body aircraft, Rotax 447 prop front. The moron pretending to be a pilot (had a corrupt british CAA licence) unknown back then. He took off and then tried to do an outside loop. While decending, front down, vertically, with engine past full power and RPM out past the redline, towards a 6 feet deep concrete foundation, I saw the end of my life and hoped it would be quick. Now a thought entered my head. I had a friend that did parachute jumps (about 4 to 6 a day) for 3 to 4 days a week for 30 years. I remembered him telling me long ago about a parachutist with total failures, he hit the ground without the chute open. He lived and they say the thing that saved him (and caused the issue probably) was that he was quite drunk. The significance is that being drunk, his body was totally relaxed and simply bounced and flexed a lot on impact. Yes he had lots of broken bones but he recovered. So I thought it was best to stop being frightened and worried and force myself to be relaxed. Not easy obviously. Now there is additional info. The previous owner of this aircraft was a tall military pilot and his father was a lot taller and elderly so he sat passenger P2. So the brit CAA certified for the P2 peddles to be moved a lot forward. So my feet only just touched the peddles at a stretch. So, while diving towards the ground at above VNE, I thought RELAX. I must relax. I actually saw both of my knees sink an inch towards the floor (due to the weight of my lower legs & feet). That sight gave me re-assurance that I was relaxed for impact. My right leg was only broken into 8 pieces and found behind the fuel tank, behind the seat like yours. My left leg was spiralled like a corkscrew (literally) arround the straight metal yoke tube. Exploded into about 150 pieces. The chief surgeon stopped the doctor from counting the pieces at 100 but the 3 teams of surgeons were operating on me for 24 hours and tell me the total was about 150 pieces of shatteted bones. My point is: take it or leave it, but perhaps learn & use it to think for yourself. If the british CAA had any sense they would have cettified the movement of the peddles forward with a caviet that a saussage cussion be available to go under the knees of legs that cant reach the peddles. A simple cussion or my not knowing to be relaxed, would have very much reduced my injuries and the pain & suffering of the last 20 years. I can see your legs are bent in a lot of flights, but sometimes you relax and your legs are straight. Not a problem in the intended, controlled conditions of your videos. But I wish I had this knowledge in my hindsight. "IF" there is a crash imminent, MAYBE don't straighten your limbs. I wish you well and lots of fun flying & making these videos for us
The distance to the pedals can be adjusted by moving the chair. I think some people use blocks or pedal extenders. I tried to move the seat forward but she didn't like it. It also moved the CG forward and made the elevator heavy. So If I want to get her a little closer then I'll need to bring them closer to her. I think of all the possible things that can go wrong and I conclude our first line of protection is making sure things don't go wrong.
I'm just curious, did Alina stop at the Kankakee Il airport? I'd heard mention she did. Anyway, great job Alina, you did well..!! And congrats to William for being a great dad, passing on your knowledge.
Excellent overview video of Alina's training, timeline and trip to OSHKOSH. I really enjoyed hearing the communication audio as well. Thanks for sharing!
Fantastic videos beautiful young lady with an incredible flying career in front of her 😊🇦🇺
Thanks for sharing this compressed timeline of what was clearly a well planned and executed training program, Bill. What struck me, compared to my experiences working toward my own Private ticket back in '91 were two things: 1) that she was soloing from the moment she started moving, so there would have been much less anxiety over the firs full pattern, unlike with those of us who learned in two/four seaters with an instructor next to us until that first solo pattern, with the empty seat behind us and 180 or so less pounds to haul around the pattern; and 2) she enjoyed a faster than normal repetition of short flights from taxi to wheelie, to approach practice, and on. With that faster turnaround she must have internalized the skills faster: from your video she clearly showed signs of rapidly building that fast, measured control response to the point that it was intuitive, requiring almost no conscious thought. Keeping in constant radio contact gave her immediate constructive input for fast learning. I also noticed in looking at some of your other videos last night that this is actually "second verse" for you, as you went through the same program with your son a coupe of years back. You're an amazing, dedicated and caring guy, Bill; there should be more dads like you in the world.
Thank you for your kind words. Your second point of rapid repetition is a good one. I'm also a cfi and each trip in the pattern takes 6 or more minutes or about 10 per hour. In her case we could easily double that or even better. As she got more comfortable she would take off and land in both directions thus doubling the reps again.
She liked to pontificate on the radio after each run. Summarizing her thoughts of what she learned. I also think it was a stress reliever to be able to pause a second and reflect and not have to get right on to go-around, positive rate, flaps up, and so on in the dual training scenario.
@@williamh.scottv438 Pontification: I like to do that too; it's part of what I call "thinking with my mouth open". Narrating the experience helps to internalize and integrate it, pulling out the relevant parts for maximum reuse.
Stress reliever? Yes, I'm sure it was that too, especially at the beginning. Reliving and reviewing the experience allows one to (re)gain control of the process, and reset the mind into a state of readiness for the next run. Again, all that is clear in her seemingly effortless control during approaches and flares.
So... now this chapter is almost over, you just need more children ;-)
@@julianopificius6910 My oldest is 26. I'm hoping he starts sending some grandbabies this way. My middle is 18 so it'll be a while before he starts. And of course Alina at 14. I don't even want to think about that.
But my wife tapped out after Alina. I didn't think I wanted more but now I do. Children are one of the most clear guideposts in life. Once you have them your job is obvious. This episode in Alina's life has brought a lot of attention on me, and a lot of it is very positive and that's nice to hear however, I would be just as happy had my name never been mentioned.
When Alina was flying, I think we were turning the corner from Georgia through Tennessee, I called her to ask about engine temperatures and fuel and so forth and she said "thank you. Papa for giving me this opportunity. I don't think many other girls get to do what I'm doing." And then there was silence because I couldn't speak.
@@williamh.scottv438
What are her long term goals for aviation?
I didn’t progress beyond VFR in a single engine, and wish I had gone forward. Crop dusting just didn’t seem like a career choice in the 80s.
@@dalesmth1 her focus right now is on going to the Air Force academy. After that she's not so clear what is going to happen. I've also discussed the possibility of the naval academy. She wants to fly something. So she's focusing on good grades so that she'll be accepted to the Air Force academy.
You are so lucky to have a strip right in your yard. Its superb to watch Alinas development. Continue to be so impressed with her fast response on the controls 5:39 during what appeared to be stong wind or turbulence? I wish I had been able to fly at 14! I can see her in fast jets even carrier duty with her reactions like this. She has definitely 'got the ball'. Great work Alina. You have an incredible daughter Sir.
I am very proud of Alina's progress.
An interesting video showing the whole process of Alina's training. Good job. Greetings to Alina and dad.
Very good sister 🎉 god bless you
Aviation clearly runs in the family, it's good to see you both having fun.
Wow, what a dream. When I was her age I contacted quite a few airports about ultralights hoping to get into the fun. I actually drew up plans to build one too after studying books about design. Never got there. It is quite the honor to see her do this at such an age. Thank you very much for sharing!
She flies like a pro!
Awesome flight Alina! Great job to her instructor (Dad) for your patience and calm manner of providing instructions in flight preparations.
Kudos to the young lady. And Kudos to the courageous dad who had the care and confidence, the patience and the time to teach the necessary and sufficient knowledges to develop his daughter's skills. She will go far and he may gratiously accept his due praise.
very nice 👍👍👍❤❤❤
Another great video. What dedication ❤❤❤❤❤
I am watching your videos from France. I think, William, you're a wonderful Daddy. My parents were good, too, but, unfortunately, they didn't make what your are doing to fulfil such interests of mine in the airflying.
Go on, your videos are extremely interesting.
Love to both of you and to all the aviation lovers.
I cannot say how impressed I am with this young lady. Kudos to you, dad, for the training you gave her. I know some have browbeat you to death, but this video shows the methodical steps you took with her. As for the eye protection, Yui may want to consider a pair of vintage aviator motorcycle goggles. They are really well padded and comfortable. I was amazed at how well they fit and vision was great.
Alina Scott. Amelia Earhart. Two of the greatest female aviators. We all look forward to the wonderful aviation accomplishments Alina will achieve. Thank you for the videos allowing us to enjoy part of Alina's aviation journey
Oh that being a great pilot was all stick and rudder familiarity! Many a great pilot has been busted by the FAA for lack of knowledge of their regulations and taking liberty to ignore them. 😉
Wow fantastic achievement by a very talented young lady and superb instructor!
Alina must be a rockstar at her school. The comment Alina Made mid air. Thanking you... means you and her mum have done your jobs right and then some ! Dad of the year award coming up.
I discourage her from talking to her friends about it unless they ask her first. In my sons case, his peers reacted to his accomplishment in a negative way. It was something I didn't see coming.
Entirely the opposite with my sons his Mates were intrigued, though they did rib him for the newspaper article. but only in fun. Anyway keep they videos coming we are all fascinated.
What a confident young lady. She will go far in life if she continues like that.
Awesome !
Glad I got to meet both of you .
I want to see a video of her flying with the Devil Dog shirt on .
Wow really great to watch Alina looks like a skilled pilot!! As an RC pilot I wish I could really fly looks like a blast, maybe someday...in the meantime I"ll continue fly my plane on the beach ;)
and special thanks to you for that good videos and being a good father :) good job...
You forgot to tell her what??? Haha.
Good for her. Looks so peacefull up there.
I liked the fly over water approch. Cool watch thanks
I've forgotten more that I'd like to admit.
She needs some goggles to keep bugs out of her eyes, right, vice nice vlog ,,high quality,thanks BigAl California, just watched it.
excellent video,Bill,your daughter are heros!!!--my son soloed in a glider on the day he turned 14--26 years ago--then on his 16 bd he soloed the cessna 150,which he flew with an instructor when 10!!!
Well done, clever girl. Nice video, thanks.
Alina eres tremenda piloto y muy inteligente y el instructor te enseña muy bien
Remain so impressed, thank you guys
טוב מאוד. אהבתי את זה, מפקיסטו. 🎉🎉
amazing
great plane the pilot too😉
I like the plane construction I really like to build one someday
Very nice !
Alina , is best pilot, is going to be the best to the best
Excellent 👍
All my Dad tried to teach me was to drink, thankfully he did not succeed 🤣
Cheers
Oof. I'm sorry to hear that but I'm glad you took a different turn.
Awesome! Super Daddy too, training and brings her back like an LSO on a Carrier!
Good Job Alina, i remember when i flow with Cobra Ultralight 15 years ago mostly like this...it is better using helmet to protect your head from wind and safety reason.....have a nice landing
Great 👍👍👍
Excellet flight training as a preparation to the long trip to Oshkosh 2023 🙂
Thank you
You're welcome
Great Alina
Impressionnante cette préparation !
Master class in raising daughters
Alina muito bom seu trabalho,,,aqui do Brasil mais um fã.
Hello Mr. William, I was interested into paramotors, but after seeing ur tarmac vid super awesome! Now I want to get into ultralight. Can u give me a little info on how to start . A link would be great on what plane u fly , after that I can see if they have any schools for that in my area. Thanks
Uflyit.com
@@williamh.scottv438 thank you
Super bravissima 👏
More videos, little girl flying are great videos, I advise you to put on a parachute for safety. great girl
Superb very young
😊 complimenti sei bravissima
Amazing. Beautiful. A great family achievement. Well done. Love the combination of in flight cameras, ground to air work. Are you far from where the Wright Bros started, flew?
Kitty hawk is in North Carolina. I live in South Carolina so it's probably 5 or 6 hours to drive
Выполнение пробежек с подлетами. Девочка летать учиться)
👏👏👏👏👏👍😊
I have one comment of concern, not about the flying but about ergonomics, Alinas knees. They might with time become damaged by her sitting with them outstretched. Move the pedals back a little or the seat forward, or maybe just use a pillow.
I see a super-heavy pilot in the near future
If I may ask, what kind of work do you do to afford this hobby? Aircraft is not cheap, headsets aren't cheap, radios aren't cheap, repairs aren't cheap, that's why I ask! That is awesome training and extremely supportive!
I'm a pilot.
This might be a dumb question lol. How did she know where to go once in the air? GPS? I an so proud of her!!
Yes gps
Do you use the Pensoil 2-cycle oil?
At 32 to 1. I don't think it matters that much but I have used penzoil. I think it's in the yellow gallon jug. I've also used Lucas and Walmart's supertech. However, I think the supertech didn't look so good compared to Lucas and Pennzoil
Is the Yellow/Blue color scheme for training purposes?
It has training benifits
😄😄😄
Excelente 👌
Amigo cuántos dólares cuesta un ultra liviano o ligero 👍
I don't think they're that cheap and I don't think you'd want to get one that was cheap. Try uflyit.com
Gracias, amigo saludos desde Medellín colombia 👍
She flies like Witchiepoo. Just sayen. 😁
What were the approximate wind go/no-go levels?
It changed as she got better. In the beginning it was less than 3 mph. Now she's ok with 15 mph with a 6 mph crosswind.
@@williamh.scottv438 Are the winds being flown in there typically pretty steady in velocity and direction; does she go up in gusty and variable, too? I figure, if she can get used to that, there may be hope for me also!
@@commentatron we avoid gusty conditions if possible. It's a "go" if the top number is less than 10. Grass strips makes it even better.
She used to wear sun glasses. What changed? what or where is KOSH? Have to keep stopping the video when comments are posted. I'm not a speed reader. I can't believe you can fly like that with no license and no atc. I never caught the GPS she uses. Is the yeasu aircraft for 2 meter ham expanded? I'm jealous. That would be so much fun.does this have a parachute?
-this takes place before.
-kosh is an airport in Wisconsin
-im not a speed reader either
-believe it...you can.
-garmin 196
-aircraft
-no parachute
@@williamh.scottv438 So, you know my dsylexia problems???? How do you know me???? That would be like a power lifter telling you.. believe me, you can dead lift 1000 pounds.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv gotcha
@@williamh.scottv438 😉
@@williamh.scottv438 Don't hide your other comments if you have others posted. Your easy to find. Partial dsylexic. All my life and now at 66 it's too late. I've survived quite well as a retired forest ranger/firefighter and U.S. Navy veteran. I just see strange words if I read to fast or misspelled words. But I do have to read slower than most. I'm in sought flori...duh. 🙂
A bit risky even thinking about not wearing goggles
Yup
Yes wondered about the goggles need eye protection.
What country?
USA
It must be nice to have a runway that you can land a 747 👍
I wonder if somebody has tried that in a sim.
Pretty cool, but why not just preemptively have googles in before flying? You know you're going to need them.
Because we didn't think we needed them. When it was clear we needed them, we used them and we have ever since.
The Evolution Rev Trike is what she needs…..1000 times better/safer/easier
I'll check it out. Thanks for the info
what is 4 nm? nano meters???
nautical miles. 4 nm = 4.603 miles
For an approximate result, multiply the length value by 1.151
@@daveseddon5227 Thanks, but I don't do algebra, trig or calculus anymore. That was only for 2 weeks to pass the test. Then I forgot it all. I thought nano meters was appropriate for me. The length of one step an ant makes.🤣
to fast on removing the comments. hold them a few seconds longer ...like 10. thanks.
Use the pause button, or just click anywhere in the screen...
@@julianopificius6910 I know that. My point was... I have to keep starting and stoping. It's annoying. Most others leave about 10 seconds or so, more or less to give you a chance to read it. He's not the only one. He is the one who sets it up. What is another 5 seconds? thanks. 🙂
You can use your "Space bar" on the keypad to start and stop the video, tap it once to stop, once to start, makes it easier not using a mouse.
Those neighbors must really love you.
They are very proud of her. Thank you for pointing that out.
wohl gar nichts funktioniert ohne training...
What is the deal with letting her fly without eye protection!? I don't mow the lawn, ride my bike or use a power tool without my eye protection. This kinda ruined this for me. Dad is not being responsible. What if a little bee or fly hit her in the eye? Dumb.
So would you say you weren't entertained?
Nice, but a litlle dangerous without helmet and suit.
The Best ❤❤❤❤
Hello Alena.
I love your videos and I am so proud of you.
Well done & thank you.
A wonderful achievement.
Ive been building and flying things for over 50 years using my brain and education and sensibility to keep me safe.
I deeply despise all the moronic doogooder HSE imbossiles & wannabees that try to impose their loony, know-it-all safety upon me.
So I have always minimised my imposition of safety upon others.
HOWEVER, with much respect, your legs frighten me.
Sorry, long story.
20 years ago, I was asked to sit in the passenger seat (side by side) - tryaxis, trike, microlite fibreglass body aircraft, Rotax 447 prop front.
The moron pretending to be a pilot (had a corrupt british CAA licence) unknown back then.
He took off and then tried to do an outside loop.
While decending, front down, vertically, with engine past full power and RPM out past the redline, towards a 6 feet deep concrete foundation, I saw the end of my life and hoped it would be quick.
Now a thought entered my head.
I had a friend that did parachute jumps (about 4 to 6 a day) for 3 to 4 days a week for 30 years.
I remembered him telling me long ago about a parachutist with total failures, he hit the ground without the chute open.
He lived and they say the thing that saved him (and caused the issue probably) was that he was quite drunk.
The significance is that being drunk, his body was totally relaxed and simply bounced and flexed a lot on impact.
Yes he had lots of broken bones but he recovered.
So I thought it was best to stop being frightened and worried and force myself to be relaxed.
Not easy obviously.
Now there is additional info.
The previous owner of this aircraft was a tall military pilot and his father was a lot taller and elderly so he sat passenger P2.
So the brit CAA certified for the P2 peddles to be moved a lot forward.
So my feet only just touched the peddles at a stretch.
So, while diving towards the ground at above VNE, I thought RELAX. I must relax.
I actually saw both of my knees sink an inch towards the floor (due to the weight of my lower legs & feet).
That sight gave me re-assurance that I was relaxed for impact.
My right leg was only broken into 8 pieces and found behind the fuel tank, behind the seat like yours.
My left leg was spiralled like a corkscrew (literally) arround the straight metal yoke tube.
Exploded into about 150 pieces.
The chief surgeon stopped the doctor from counting the pieces at 100 but the 3 teams of surgeons were operating on me for 24 hours and tell me the total was about 150 pieces of shatteted bones.
My point is: take it or leave it, but perhaps learn & use it to think for yourself.
If the british CAA had any sense they would have cettified the movement of the peddles forward with a caviet that a saussage cussion be available to go under the knees of legs that cant reach the peddles.
A simple cussion or my not knowing to be relaxed, would have very much reduced my injuries and the pain & suffering of the last 20 years.
I can see your legs are bent in a lot of flights, but sometimes you relax and your legs are straight.
Not a problem in the intended, controlled conditions of your videos.
But I wish I had this knowledge in my hindsight.
"IF" there is a crash imminent, MAYBE don't straighten your limbs.
I wish you well and lots of fun flying & making these videos for us
The distance to the pedals can be adjusted by moving the chair. I think some people use blocks or pedal extenders. I tried to move the seat forward but she didn't like it. It also moved the CG forward and made the elevator heavy. So If I want to get her a little closer then I'll need to bring them closer to her.
I think of all the possible things that can go wrong and I conclude our first line of protection is making sure things don't go wrong.
I'm just curious, did Alina stop at the Kankakee Il airport? I'd heard mention she did. Anyway, great job Alina, you did well..!! And congrats to William for being a great dad, passing on your knowledge.
Yes. Kankakee was a stop