One of the things I love about Mike's channel is he does not do this for the money. He doesn't need any income from UA-cam to begin with, but you can tell that he is genuinely trying to share his passion of aviation with others. No other motive or reason. For that, this is my favorite channel on UA-cam. And I'm not even a pilot.
Agreed :) I live in Aus and I plan to get my motorbike shipped to the US in a year or so for a few months, would love to make it the same time as Oshkosh and get to see Scrappy and Mike :)
@Tree Power I think you may be confusing ego with passion. Clearly the guy is no different a person then he was long before the ability to post Videos on the internet.
There are numerous accounts of people who were extremely hypothermic and presumed to be deceased "returning to life" after being re-warmed. In the SAR community the adage "They are not dead until they are warm and dead" holds a very special meaning. This is especially true for cold water near drowning. I commend Mike P for using his many talents and generous resources to benefit others and save lives. Different video for Mike's channel but excellent content. Many people do not realize that the vast majority of public service fire, ambulance, diving, water rescue, aviation and SAR Units in the US are professionally staffed by volunteers.
1 year from now: "This is the only original part from that old Bell-206" *points to tiny serial number plate* "The rest we have completely remade from carbon fiber!"
This time next year it'll have a FLIR turret ball under the nose, a searchlight on the tailboom, a winch over the right door... and the mounts will of course be made of carbon fiber 😂
That was the best description of how auto rotation works I have heard. Now I understand it. So you intentionally disconnect the engine from the rotors. I am surprised that thing can take off with balls that big. I will stick with airplanes. Congratulations on that rescue you sir are a true Hero. I told my daughter once wile looking at your toys, if I had his money I don't think I could spend it as well as he dose. What a good way to make use of your success.
Man, that’s such an insane story to find that man in the Ice just as everyone was calling off the search. I can’t imagine my life being saved by a split second decision / someone luckily spotting me like that. Amazing story.
And the fisherman was found only because Mike knew the area so well that an out of place "rock pile" drew his attention. This guy definitely had his guardian angel watching over him that day.
Most great discoveries come from people going "wait. This is weird, why is that so", starting from a Greek guy being annoyed at his bathtub overflowing, to some Englishman getting hit by an apple to some American thinking a rock was out of place.
Some folks that have clearly done very well for themselves: I think I will use my money and power to control others and bend them to my will. Mike Patey: I'll buy a helicopter to do SAR for my community for free. You sir, are a good man.
@@darrenmiller5893 Well, since he Mormon, most have access to alota money.. But, being that, they have a obligation and are required to give back accordingly... More you have, the more, within your situation, ofc, you are required to.... Unlike certain other religions...
As a SAR technician and an aviator who uses his personal aircraft for SAR work, I'm all for the SAR related videos! My most memorable rescue was a young 16yr old girl, who fell off a cliff, we got called out for a body recovery late Sunday afternoon, first technician down discovered she was still alive! We worked on her attached to ropes on the side of a cliff for a few hours, eventually getting her topside and into an air ambulance. Sadly she died in theater in the early hours of the next morning.
Finally.. I know why I like you so much!!😵 I’m retired SAR with 30+years.. mostly ground based, but had a friend training me in his Bell 110 for SAR use in CA. Much care to you and your support family and friends!👍❤️👍
Paramedic for 30 years. Had a similar experience with a young man who'd been shot and dumped in the forest in a pile of snow. Appeared and felt frozen but his eyes opened and were following us. Crazy to see that. He survived.
So funny and such a good story. I am myself a search and rescue trained scuba diver. So I know the feeling...... Most rewarding is to find the person and recover him alive. But even if not at least the family has something to berry knowing for a fact he/she didn't make it. When I go into the water with my gear I am down for up to 3h straight which freaks people out because they are so used to max 1h dive time. And it makes a hell of a difference this extra time you are in the water or in the air so I know exactly how you feel. Always pushing the limits to advance forward. Thank you for sharing.
Mike : "If you want some more videos about........." Me : I would watch every thing you would post related to flying objects !-) So just turn on the camera and let's keep going!
Excellent video and beautiful Bell. Being retired LEO and having friends that are Law Enforcement Helicopter pilots, S&R is a great thing to do. God Bless.
Now you’re singing my songs Mike! Love the aviation stuff but glad we know we have some public service in common. 30 year paramedic here. Master’s in public health & ambulance service owner. I volunteer with my guys on the regular to help out in our states mountain rescues. Much respect sir! Keep on keeping on!
Cheers for sharing Mike (two thumbs up) Thanks also for being a volunteer and encouraging others to consider doing the same. Builds and strengthens communities.
"Never give up" is the reason this unluckley/lucky guy is still alive and enjoying life with his family. "Back to work" was never a better dessition! Congrats Mike and all the SAR team. Greetings from NE patagonia, Argentina. And... hell yes!!!! More storys and heli videos, please!
Mike, you gotta love that feeling when a rescue remains a rescue and does not become a recovery. My hat is off to you for sticking with the search even after the rest of the crew called it a day. God bless!
What an incredible rescue of that poor frozen man. How he was still alive is frankly astonishing. What must he have thought when search and rescue found him. So happy to hear he made a full recovery. Cannot thank search & rescue + emergency services for their great work in saving peoples lives.
The Patey brothers and family are amazing. Mike gets a lot of attention (deservedly so), but Mark is also top notch. Mark fixed my aircraft and "rescued my tent" in the backcountry years ago. I hope to meet Mike someday as well. Truly great people. I love the effect they are having on people to get to work, go and do something and do it well. Passion, rightly directed, can change the world.
God bless all Search and Rescue personnel, They are un-paid volunteers who spend their own time and money to help bring missing people home to their families. Salt of the Earth individuals !
I worked in northern Alberta and BC in the late 90s and early 2000s, I'm sure I have a few hours in that machine. So great to see it in good hands in her new home!
Hey Mike, You should know, that the people that have found your channel and can see how you approach life, are not surprised in the least that you have a passion for SAR, and of course support you fully. Hell Man, we're just stoked that you bring us along. Thank You, for ALL that you do.
Wow - You are awesome man! So inspirational. We need more men like you. Thank you for spending the time to share and help produce more awesome, caring men like yourself.
I was on Search and Rescue in Colorado 30 years ago and was an awesome experience and a scary one as well. I bet the rescue team will sure enjoy having that 206 available!!
@@josephmaughan1635 - that would be funny. I also wonder if Mike ever got the chance to talk to him again, because I’m sure Mr. frozen man would be super grateful. I’ve almost frozen in water 3 times, and if I didn’t have a fire starter kit I would be dead for sure. To this day I ALWAYS carry a fire rod in my boot laces.
I can't imagine any better thing to do than saving someone's life. You and your family already impressed the hell out of me with your engineering skills and your work ethic, but this puts my admiration on a whole new level. You are human treasures.
Bless you mate, if hadn't of known that terrain really well I don't think anyone would have found that gentleman. May you still be doing rescues when you are a hundred years old. Feel free to bring Scrappy to Australia anytime to meet your Aussie fans
LOVE THIS!! I have been involved with Search And Rescue for nearly 30 years. I have never found anyone BUT I have guided my teams to several finds! Its not about "one person finding another" its ALL ABOUT THE TEAM! We have a great team in Mason CO. WA and I'm still doing it! Your vids are like water to a parched MSN in the dessert! Keep making vids and GET BACK TO WORK!
Just inspirational. There is not a wasted minute in Mike and Marks life. Dedication to family, community, service and oh yea aviation. You push everyone to be better Mike. I vote Mike for president 2024.. thanks for sharing your passion.
I honestly could watch you talking about paint dry. So more SAR content is welcome. Your passion and humble attitude, as well as your commitment to your family and community is truly endearing Mike. You have so much to be proud of. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. Back to work!
Mike could you do a story about your business and how you started & grown it? You live an amazing lifestyle, would love to hear more about the success behind it.
Why someone would give this gentleman a thumbs down is beyond my comprehension. Your a good guy Mike. We need more folks who have a heart like you. God bless brother, may you live long and prosper. Ok mike, it's ok, I forgive you for not getting there on scrappy. As they say, right!! first things firsts and lives are first things first. cheers brother. I wish I lived in your area Mike I'd volunteer to work for you in a second, for free. But I live on the other side of the country. BTW The more I get to know this man the more I respect him.
I'm an old Boy Scout "Operation Lost" enthusiast. I'd love to see some more SAR missions. Along those lines, I'm looking up the local CAP to donate some of my retired time for their missions.
That story was so cool. If you hadn't decided to go out one more time that man wouldn't be here. When I was in the Navy, we had a guy from another ship go over the side and we looked for 2 days and never found him with many Navy ships and divers. To this day that bothers me that we couldn't find him dead or alive to send him home to his family. I don't feel we failed him, but we failed his family.
Thank you for time and effort. Making search and rescue your service to your community. You and Twin Brother sharing life's dream. Cheers and Blessings Always
I was in search & rescue in Missoula County Montana from 1975 to 1977. The first time I rappelled out of a helicopter was also the first time the pilot had someone rappel out of his helicopter. We both learned some things that day - I learned to put a knot at the end of my rope - the pilot learned to watch his altimeter, not me. But by the end of the day we both got pretty good at our practice.
@@pbertlin6194 , Hi, yep, I got to drive the small aluminum boat in the clark fork a few times too. But a career in engineering was my calling, and quit the search and rescue in early 1977.
Mike, I would love to see more of your S/R vids. I worked S&R in Iron County for a number of years, also participated in Box Elder as a ham radio operator. Cant anymore but I love to follow.
@firefly I’m convinced the secret is not needing more than a couple hours of sleep a night. Either that or his wife has figured out the recipe to endless energy protein bars. 🤣
Just when you think you cannot respect Mike more than you already do....he raises the bar. What an incredible, honest, and sincere family. Retired volunteer Engineer/Medic. Member for life. I only wish I was able to give back as you have set in your example. Cheers and thanks Mike!
There's something very humbling about someone who could give, or not, in so many ways but gives the most valuable thing of all, themselves. A true inspiration.... Now, I'm gonna go clean that park dadgummit!
Mike, in every one of your videos, you prove that the America I grew up in is alive and well. Your innovation and energy are unbelievable. Thank you for your encouragement to the young and old of this world. Please do continue to share your helicopter and your missions with us.
I love search and rescue did it in Alaska when I was stationed up there in the Army I loved it except doing recovery it is hard seeing the look of family and friends. God 🙏 bless you and all your enthusiasm.
I'm a firefighter so I get soaked a lot. Last winter my gear froze and got so stiff I could barely move. The most painful was the gloves and the moisture inside. It was 4AM and -5°C
Glad to hear you and Mark donate so much time and resources to your community. My cousin “retired” from flying for a major commercial airline with plans to finalize/upgrade her helicopter certification. She volunteers with the civilian air patrol in the Seattle area to maintain her flight hours.
@@Fuckyoutubeass Some people say you're crazy if you hear voices. But I think we have all heard those voices, especially the one that says "Don't do that." but we do it anyway . . . and we all know the rest of the story.
Awesome to see you into SAR. I am just retiring from 21 years of search and rescue with the US Coast Guard and AK Air National Guard, working and flying as crew on HH-60s. Its truly an honor to bring home loved ones and being there for someone on there worst day. If you ever need any help with that girl id love to help ya out! Keep on doing the good work man. Stay safe!
One of the things I love about Mike's channel is he does not do this for the money. He doesn't need any income from UA-cam to begin with, but you can tell that he is genuinely trying to share his passion of aviation with others. No other motive or reason. For that, this is my favorite channel on UA-cam. And I'm not even a pilot.
Nothing I can, or need to add to this
Agreed :) I live in Aus and I plan to get my motorbike shipped to the US in a year or so for a few months, would love to make it the same time as Oshkosh and get to see Scrappy and Mike :)
Well said.
@Tree Power I think you may be confusing ego with passion. Clearly the guy is no different a person then he was long before the ability to post Videos on the internet.
Ditto. 👍 Couldn't have said it better myself.
There are numerous accounts of people who were extremely hypothermic and presumed to be deceased "returning to life" after being re-warmed. In the SAR community the adage "They are not dead until they are warm and dead" holds a very special meaning. This is especially true for cold water near drowning. I commend Mike P for using his many talents and generous resources to benefit others and save lives. Different video for Mike's channel but excellent content. Many people do not realize that the vast majority of public service fire, ambulance, diving, water rescue, aviation and SAR Units in the US are professionally staffed by volunteers.
Me: "I fell out of my boat and I'm gonna freeze to death"
MP (Lands helicopter near me): "back to work!"
🤣🤣
😭🤣🤣
😂😂
LOL!
LMAO
If you didn’t like the Patey’s enough already, they go and do this. Incredible family. Absolutely incredible.
How were they raised?
@@rconger24 He's an American, that's kind of what we do when our fellow man needs help. The news would tell you otherwise.
@@skm9420 Absolutely!!
Well said my friend, well said.
INSANE amount of ENERGY 💪🏋️♀️😀
I am certainly down for more Story Time with Mike.
Same!!
Hell yeah! Start a whole new category of videos. Aviation stories you will like, with Mike!
I was totally expecting he was gone - and a little confused why he was sharing the story. 😂
💯 %!!
Me too:) I do search and rescue and always love a good story
My level of respect for the Patey family is immeasurable!❤️
How were they raised ?
@@rconger24 pretty obvious they were raised well.
1 year from now: "This is the only original part from that old Bell-206" *points to tiny serial number plate* "The rest we have completely remade from carbon fiber!"
That would upset the flight characteristics too much tho, he'd have to put weights in.
😂
A sort of Grandpa's helicopter story?
The New and improved version will weigh about 50 pounds
This time next year it'll have a FLIR turret ball under the nose, a searchlight on the tailboom, a winch over the right door... and the mounts will of course be made of carbon fiber 😂
That was the best description of how auto rotation works I have heard. Now I understand it. So you intentionally disconnect the engine from the rotors. I am surprised that thing can take off with balls that big. I will stick with airplanes.
Congratulations on that rescue you sir are a true Hero. I told my daughter once wile looking at your toys, if I had his money I don't think I could spend it as well as he dose. What a good way to make use of your success.
Man, that’s such an insane story to find that man in the Ice just as everyone was calling off the search. I can’t imagine my life being saved by a split second decision / someone luckily spotting me like that. Amazing story.
And at the moment five individuals did not like this. What an amazing story, just told like " I went to the store and bought a newspaper."
@@dave20thmay I’ve come to a personal conclusion that most if not all dislikes on Pateys videos must be accidental clicks lol
And the fisherman was found only because Mike knew the area so well that an out of place "rock pile" drew his attention. This guy definitely had his guardian angel watching over him that day.
Most great discoveries come from people going "wait. This is weird, why is that so", starting from a Greek guy being annoyed at his bathtub overflowing, to some Englishman getting hit by an apple to some American thinking a rock was out of place.
You are very inspirational Mike, good man👍
Some folks that have clearly done very well for themselves: I think I will use my money and power to control others and bend them to my will.
Mike Patey: I'll buy a helicopter to do SAR for my community for free.
You sir, are a good man.
How was he raised?
@@rconger24 Not a clue, but it seems like someone did a good job of it! Cheers
@@darrenmiller5893 Well, since he Mormon, most have access to alota money.. But, being that, they have a obligation and are required to give back accordingly... More you have, the more, within your situation, ofc, you are required to.... Unlike certain other religions...
@@ToyManFlyer1100 Seems you might benefit from a reassessment of your beliefs and assumptions
Very Well Said Mr. Miller. Sort of a 'not' Mitt Romney kind of guy.
Thank you for helping with the SAR team. We work with Saratoga Springs and Lehi FD's on Lae Utah with PWC rescue. Keep up the good work!!
Very cool 👍🏼👍🏼
As a SAR technician and an aviator who uses his personal aircraft for SAR work, I'm all for the SAR related videos!
My most memorable rescue was a young 16yr old girl, who fell off a cliff, we got called out for a body recovery late Sunday afternoon, first technician down discovered she was still alive! We worked on her attached to ropes on the side of a cliff for a few hours, eventually getting her topside and into an air ambulance. Sadly she died in theater in the early hours of the next morning.
This is such an AMAZING thing....Thanks Mike, you Sir are one of my hero's ....God Bless you and yours truly...!
First person on UA-cam to explain auto rotation properly that I've seen.
He's an engineer...
Finally.. I know why I like you so much!!😵
I’m retired SAR with 30+years.. mostly ground based, but had a friend training me in his Bell 110 for SAR use in CA.
Much care to you and your support family and friends!👍❤️👍
Paramedic for 30 years. Had a similar experience with a young man who'd been shot and dumped in the forest in a pile of snow. Appeared and felt frozen but his eyes opened and were following us. Crazy to see that. He survived.
Thats amazing. The extreme cold can absolutely save some peoples lives.
I love anything you do. You are blessed brother!
So funny and such a good story. I am myself a search and rescue trained scuba diver. So I know the feeling...... Most rewarding is to find the person and recover him alive. But even if not at least the family has something to berry knowing for a fact he/she didn't make it. When I go into the water with my gear I am down for up to 3h straight which freaks people out because they are so used to max 1h dive time. And it makes a hell of a difference this extra time you are in the water or in the air so I know exactly how you feel. Always pushing the limits to advance forward. Thank you for sharing.
You are a blessed man....thanks for serving your fellow men.
Mike : "If you want some more videos about........."
Me : I would watch every thing you would post related to flying objects !-) So just turn on the camera and let's keep going!
Excellent video and beautiful Bell. Being retired LEO and having friends that are Law Enforcement Helicopter pilots, S&R is a great thing to do. God Bless.
Now you’re singing my songs Mike! Love the aviation stuff but glad we know we have some public service in common. 30 year paramedic here. Master’s in public health & ambulance service owner. I volunteer with my guys on the regular to help out in our states mountain rescues. Much respect sir! Keep on keeping on!
Cheers for sharing Mike (two thumbs up)
Thanks also for being a volunteer and encouraging others to consider doing the same.
Builds and strengthens communities.
Your a saint ,a scholar , a fabricator and one he'll of a pilot ...keep safe and keep doing what you do best man ...much love from Ireland
God bless you Mr Patty
"Never give up" is the reason this unluckley/lucky guy is still alive and enjoying life with his family. "Back to work" was never a better dessition! Congrats Mike and all the SAR team. Greetings from NE patagonia, Argentina. And... hell yes!!!! More storys and heli videos, please!
Mike, you gotta love that feeling when a rescue remains a rescue and does not become a recovery. My hat is off to you for sticking with the search even after the rest of the crew called it a day. God bless!
What an incredible rescue of that poor frozen man. How he was still alive is frankly astonishing. What must he have thought when search and rescue found him. So happy to hear he made a full recovery. Cannot thank search & rescue + emergency services for their great work in saving peoples lives.
Wonderful Story Mike! Humanity!
What a great man - I don't think I know or have heard of anyone more noble.
WOW! I already liked you Mike! Tons of respect. Thank you. What a great way to give back!
Yes, please add more. We need more daily influence to remind people we should be serving each other/humanity.
Mike & Ron to the rescue keep on keeping on I will watch all of it.
Mike drops a video, I drop what I’m doing and watching. Always good! If you had a show on Netflix I’d binge watch it.
Whaha.. same
All mikes videos are great, thats why we watch them soon as we see them 😎👍
Yes! Only.... hopefully... NOT on Netflix!
The Patey brothers and family are amazing. Mike gets a lot of attention (deservedly so), but Mark is also top notch. Mark fixed my aircraft and "rescued my tent" in the backcountry years ago. I hope to meet Mike someday as well. Truly great people. I love the effect they are having on people to get to work, go and do something and do it well. Passion, rightly directed, can change the world.
God bless all Search and Rescue personnel, They are un-paid volunteers who spend their own time and money to help bring missing people home to their families. Salt of the Earth individuals !
Samaritanism at it's finest.... Is usually quietly done. SAR is among the few not vilified by the dark consciousness of conquest.
Great life you live Mike, thanks for taking us along. Please keep it up.
Just when I think I can't admire Mike anymore - he pulls _"the time I saved a guys life"_ story out.
*Can’t admire more* then he do that.
If I were going to restart my life, I would take ME/Physics classes and be like MIKE.
How was he raised ?
ONE BRAVO TANGO! So great to see that machine live on!! Way to go Mike, she looks better than ever!!
I worked in northern Alberta and BC in the late 90s and early 2000s, I'm sure I have a few hours in that machine. So great to see it in good hands in her new home!
Hey Mike,
You should know, that the people that have found your channel and can see how you approach life, are not surprised in the least that you have a passion for SAR, and of course support you fully.
Hell Man, we're just stoked that you bring us along.
Thank You, for ALL that you do.
Bravo Mike thanks for saving lives ! Fly safe and Bless you !
Mike you are an exceptional human in so many ways. Yes more call out stories, and video of rescues if you have that.
How was he raised ?
Thank you Mike, for all you do for aviation and humanity.
Thanks for sharing your story.
Your story,.....goosebumps.... brrrr (scrappy is fun, the chopper is way more important!) thanks and the rescue crew for your service!
Wow - You are awesome man! So inspirational. We need more men like you. Thank you for spending the time to share and help produce more awesome, caring men like yourself.
I was on Search and Rescue in Colorado 30 years ago and was an awesome experience and a scary one as well. I bet the rescue team will sure enjoy having that 206 available!!
Anything you want to talk about I will enjoy hearing! thank you Mike for your great stories and work .
That was a great story. It would be interesting to get that guy to come on, and tell us what happened.
I was hoping to find a pinned comment with that story. I might have to check back in a few days to see if he makes an appearance.
I would like to hear the story when he got to go back to the marina and pick up his truck and trailer that is got to be priceless
@@josephmaughan1635 - that would be funny. I also wonder if Mike ever got the chance to talk to him again, because I’m sure Mr. frozen man would be super grateful. I’ve almost frozen in water 3 times, and if I didn’t have a fire starter kit I would be dead for sure. To this day I ALWAYS carry a fire rod in my boot laces.
I can't imagine any better thing to do than saving someone's life. You and your family already impressed the hell out of me with your engineering skills and your work ethic, but this puts my admiration on a whole new level. You are human treasures.
Mike you're so inspiring! Thank you for being you!
You and your family are incredible! God bless you all.
My first-EVER aircraft flight was in a Bell Jet Ranger. I still have a special fondness for that model.
My first helicopter ride was a Bell 47. And it was fairly new then.
Same here and it was in 1970.
God Bless you, for what you do! 32 years retired first responder. If I lived closer to you, I’d volunteer to help.
Bless you mate, if hadn't of known that terrain really well I don't think anyone would have found that gentleman. May you still be doing rescues when you are a hundred years old. Feel free to bring Scrappy to Australia anytime to meet your Aussie fans
LOVE THIS!! I have been involved with Search And Rescue for nearly 30 years. I have never found anyone BUT I have guided my teams to several finds! Its not about "one person finding another" its ALL ABOUT THE TEAM! We have a great team in Mason CO. WA and I'm still doing it! Your vids are like water to a parched MSN in the dessert! Keep making vids and GET BACK TO WORK!
You're a good man Mike. No excuse for not doing Scrappy is required.
I've only directly saved one life, but it's not something you ever forget.
Just inspirational. There is not a wasted minute in Mike and Marks life. Dedication to family, community, service and oh yea aviation. You push everyone to be better Mike. I vote Mike for president 2024.. thanks for sharing your passion.
GREAT STORY MIKE, I BET YOU MADE HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN VERY VERY HAPPY👍👍 ENJOY YOUR CHANNEL, Thank You, Vinny 🇺🇸
Great Stuff Mike! Quite the philanthropist I think your children will follow in your footsteps!
I honestly could watch you talking about paint dry. So more SAR content is welcome. Your passion and humble attitude, as well as your commitment to your family and community is truly endearing Mike. You have so much to be proud of. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. Back to work!
Love this guy! As an ex-cop and trauma flight RN, I can say it's people like Mike who make our world a better place.
Mike could you do a story about your business and how you started & grown it? You live an amazing lifestyle, would love to hear more about the success behind it.
@Truck Jones where can we find that story?
@@iwill6002 Search for Mark Patey
Step 1... learn to not ever sleep
Just google search it ...The story is out there ..he doesn't need to retell it
Why someone would give this gentleman a thumbs down is beyond my comprehension. Your a good guy Mike. We need more folks who have a heart like you. God bless brother, may you live long and prosper. Ok mike, it's ok, I forgive you for not getting there on scrappy. As they say, right!! first things firsts and lives are first things first. cheers brother. I wish I lived in your area Mike I'd volunteer to work for you in a second, for free. But I live on the other side of the country. BTW The more I get to know this man the more I respect him.
I'm an old Boy Scout "Operation Lost" enthusiast. I'd love to see some more SAR missions. Along those lines, I'm looking up the local CAP to donate some of my retired time for their missions.
Cool, I did Explorer SAR in Washington State, we used pack horses for grid search in heavy timber Country near the border. Great times!
Great public service. Glad to see you invest in this area of search and rescue.
Yeah Mike a call out story every once in awhile would be cool.
Thank y’all Mike! It takes special people to do this!
**GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FELLOW SEARCH & RESCUE MEMBERS!!!**
Amen brother
Thanks for helping in the community.
We all need people that are there to help. Thanks for your service.
That story was so cool. If you hadn't decided to go out one more time that man wouldn't be here. When I was in the Navy, we had a guy from another ship go over the side and we looked for 2 days and never found him with many Navy ships and divers. To this day that bothers me that we couldn't find him dead or alive to send him home to his family. I don't feel we failed him, but we failed his family.
So that others may live.... Mike Every video makes me have greater and greater respect for you.
Mike, you are one hell of a man! Love you brother!
This is what makes you cool! Former Alaska React member
Thank you for time and effort. Making search and rescue your service to your community. You and Twin Brother sharing life's dream.
Cheers and Blessings Always
I was in search & rescue in Missoula County Montana from 1975 to 1977. The first time I rappelled out of a helicopter was also the first time the pilot had someone rappel out of his helicopter. We both learned some things that day - I learned to put a knot at the end of my rope - the pilot learned to watch his altimeter, not me. But by the end of the day we both got pretty good at our practice.
@Talisman195 That was back in my High School days at Sentinel High, Greetings from Missoula😎
@@pbertlin6194 , Hi, yep, I got to drive the small aluminum boat in the clark fork a few times too. But a career in engineering was my calling, and quit the search and rescue in early 1977.
Mike, I would love to see more of your S/R vids. I worked S&R in Iron County for a number of years, also participated in Box Elder as a ham radio operator. Cant anymore but I love to follow.
Welp, if I didn't already feel like a lazy underachiever today, this sure pushed me to that point. 😂
Ha ha, I’m sure we all feel that after watching Mike’s videos 🤣🤣
Sounds like a new channel about search and rescue.
To be honest...
What ELSE is Mike doing with his time? I sometimes have to question his level of commitment... 😉
@@Rand54 no, not until DracoX is done.... his videos are too far behind as it is 😂
@firefly I’m convinced the secret is not needing more than a couple hours of sleep a night. Either that or his wife has figured out the recipe to endless energy protein bars. 🤣
Great looking bird! I crewed an OH58 Alpha and Charlie model in the Army for 6 years. Great memories
Me sitting and waiting: ......
Mike Patey: .....I AM Iron Man!
I'm thinking more of a Tony Stark than Ozzy Osbourne.
Just when you think you cannot respect Mike more than you already do....he raises the bar. What an incredible, honest, and sincere family. Retired volunteer Engineer/Medic. Member for life. I only wish I was able to give back as you have set in your example. Cheers and thanks Mike!
Please, your content is top notch. Would love to “ride along” on your call outs.
Mike, would be awesome to keep up with your s&r work - thank you.
There's something very humbling about someone who could give, or not, in so many ways but gives the most valuable thing of all, themselves. A true inspiration.... Now, I'm gonna go clean that park dadgummit!
Thanks for giving back
The "new toy in the shed"... Man... I can't wait until I have a shed like that!
Love Your Work Don't STOP keep going , Cheers from Aussie Land
At this point, I just wish my workday had 72h like Mike's...
Mike, in every one of your videos, you prove that the America I grew up in is alive and well. Your innovation and energy are unbelievable. Thank you for your encouragement to the young and old of this world. Please do continue to share your helicopter and your missions with us.
One of these days, I’d love to hear a breakdown of the 14+? aircraft you have built or modified.
I love search and rescue did it in Alaska when I was stationed up there in the Army I loved it except doing recovery it is hard seeing the look of family and friends.
God 🙏 bless you and all your enthusiasm.
I'm a firefighter so I get soaked a lot. Last winter my gear froze and got so stiff I could barely move. The most painful was the gloves and the moisture inside. It was 4AM and -5°C
Sounds like a beautiful summer morning in Northern Alberta...😜
Great rescue story. Nothing like a happy ending. Thanks Mike!
Thank the Lord that guy recovered! I bet his wife was overjoyed!
Very generous of you to expend substantial time and money to public service!
I'd love to see an interview with the fellow who was rescued
Glad to hear you and Mark donate so much time and resources to your community.
My cousin “retired” from flying for a major commercial airline with plans to finalize/upgrade her helicopter certification.
She volunteers with the civilian air patrol in the Seattle area to maintain her flight hours.
Insane story and that man had the luck of a thousand people in a moment, that you guys decided "let's make one more pass". Life and death stuff.
Mike listens & trusts that still small voice. You only hear it when you are not troubled or conflicted. Life lesson there.
@@Fuckyoutubeass Some people say you're crazy if you hear voices. But I think we have all heard those voices, especially the one that says "Don't do that." but we do it anyway . . . and we all know the rest of the story.
Awesome to see you into SAR. I am just retiring from 21 years of search and rescue with the US Coast Guard and AK Air National Guard, working and flying as crew on HH-60s. Its truly an honor to bring home loved ones and being there for someone on there worst day. If you ever need any help with that girl id love to help ya out! Keep on doing the good work man. Stay safe!
How nice for Mike to mention his much better looking brother Mark. That is humble.