Yeah.. I saw that coming since Valentine's Day in West Texas... and I knew when I saw that title that what happened at 13:50 was gonna be in THIS VIDEO... and I'm screaming YEAHHHH!!! at the screen. Y'all have EARNED that... and I'll second the "live long and prosper." Me? I'm taking a longshot, and getting my own new home airport: EHRD. If y'all want a BIG adventure, something that'll take a bit more than a C-172 (though surprisingly not MUCH more, if you're willing to take the far north route)? Across the big pond is definitely a thing. Funny enough, the thing that got me firmly attached to flying was another journalist and his lady friend crossing the pond, back in 1975... Peter Garrison and Nancy in Melmoth, "The Compass and the Clock" (December '75 _Flying_)... I hope your story sticks with the next generation as that one did with me.
I don't think I have ever seen a woman look at a man with as much love in her eyes as she does when she looks at you. You are one lucky dude. Congrats. May your life ahead be filled with joy and the happiness that comes only from family.
That 'look' of Chelsea's is what I noticed most a year ago. Those who become our spouses DO have the look for each of us early.... It's not just Chels. The trick is to 'keep that look' alive for decades as you hit the rough spots. It's these early years that set the tone for the long haul. I think they might have what it takes. I'm at 41 years (to the same awesome lady). She still 'occasionally' looks at me that way.. when I'm not ticking her off.. lol...
I have never met either one of you, however I feel like you both are my friends. You made a 54 year old man cry with joy which is very hard to do. Congratulations
WOW what a story. Thought I was watching the Hallmark channel. I'm an old guy. My risk taking days are over. No recovery time. Bless you both. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You risked it all. You won it all.
Congratulations. Your the luckiest guy on UTube to have a beautiful girl that adore's you, is a pilot, owns her own airplane, and can do maintenance on your airplane. What a deal. Cheers to the both of you and your life's adventure.
As someone who has seen you ever since 2010 when I had 9 years old, and my dream was becoming a pilot, to seeing you today as a 23 year old, commercial pilot, I’m really happy for you! Congrats Josh!!!!🎉🎉❤❤
I came here for the flying, stayed for the video editing, came back for the story. Magnificent story, video production, and overall, story telling. Wishing you both the best and congratulations. I’ve been into aviation my whole life, been going to Oshkosh since I was 3. Just like Paul Poberzeny said, “We come for the airplanes, we come back for the people.” People are truly what matters in life. Oh yeah, but airplanes are cool also.
You brought a 6’5” dude to tears watching this. The proposal did it. If y’all did a movie I’d watch it. Thanks for the content and helping us fellow pilots.
I'm not 6'5". Since my wife is 5'1" I claim 5'15". This one is getting shared with her (and my handkerchief is wet) as she does love a good love story -- not so much the airplanes!
When I started watching this channel I was just a kid who enjoyed aviation but had no experience or connections to the industry and didn't really know how to get started. Through your work you've helped me so much in finding a way in and getting my aviation journey off to a start, 10 years later I'm now on the verge of taking my CPL checkride and am now looking at where to start my flying career. I can't thank you enough for all you've tought me through sharing your tips and your story on this channel, you and Chelsea are such an incredible team. So thank you both and a huge congratulations, I cannot wait to see where your story goes next.
Cheers 🍻 and congratulations! We viewers have been on the edge of our seats, patiently waiting, for you to make things official BECAUSE we can no longer imagine this channel without Chelsea! What a blessing to have found each other.
Josh, I have followed you since you were in high school and credit you for getting this rusty old pilot and CFI current again after a 25 year break. I have been holding my breath hoping that Chelsea was the one for you. I was applauding wildly when I saw you propose to her. Congratulations to you both. May you have an amazing journey through life together. Have fun at Oshkosh this year.
You’re a gifted storyteller Josh, and you help the rest of us in aviation live our own stories to the fullest. Sincere congratulations to both of you, and so happy for this turn in your story!
Thank you! As 61 year old new grand parent and a first time ever making a comment on line, I just wanted to let you know that your video moved me to tears! Thanks again for all of your videos and if the two of you are ever near the coast of Alabama (kcqf) please reach out as not only do we have room for you to stay my wife and I would be delighted to take you to dinner and show you a little bit of the gulf coast and fairhope Alabama area. (I know you have been close when you flew some approaches from Pensacola and you have also skirted along the coast past Alabama multiple times!). I admire the two of you and wish you the best! Heck I don’t think I’ve seen you in an aero commander so maybe plan for that while your here as well. (N1340j). Again thanks for this latest video and getting me to post on line for the first time! Enjoy air venture! (I won’t make it this year since I used that card going to sun n fun’s 50th this year) Loren
Beautiful... Beautiful story, beautiful storytelling, beautiful filmography and editing, beautiful couple... just beautiful. Well done and congratulations!!
Congratulations to Josh and Chelsea. Thank you for taking us on your adventures and journeys together. Love the way you film and tell your stories. Here's to many many more adventures together! Cheers!
With man-tears in my eyes, let me wish you two lovebirds a HUGE congratulations! I've been waiting for this video since Chels entered your life. Nothing but blue skies for you guys!
Ya know... it's tempting to say "it's about time" and you know what... it is... about... time. It's about time spent together. Time in happiness, time in strife and how you learn to deal with that together, time apart, time with family. You two did it right and I admire the both of your AND your parents for that. Congratulations and best wishes for long and prosperous lives!
Watching your videos over the years I always knew you guys were made for each other. The way Chelsea looks at you spoke of her love for you. Congratulations and best wishes for your bright future together. Millie is gorgeous and just the fact that you gave her a forever home makes you guys #1 in my books.
I'm no pilot but I've always wanted to learn to fly. I've been watching you on UA-cam for years. Congratulations Josh and Chels! Many many lifetimes of happiness.
Congratulations. Been with my wife for 35 years she has never flown with me but she has never said I cannot. Take your special and make it work for you!! hope to see you both at OSH.
Wow…! How cool! At 45 with my first child coming this fall with the love of my life, this moves me. I am so happy for the both of you. We will pray for your very best!
I'm a fairly new subscriber and really been getting into your videos. Flight has been a dream of mine my whole life, and at 56 I'm finally going to push myself to move forward with it. Thank you for helping to inspire me to take this next step. And after watching so many of your videos I have to say this one is my favorite. Congratulations!
As with every new show, Aviation 101 makes my day and week. I wish you everything good and the same forever Love my wife and I shared for 16 yrs. till she passed, but that love has NEVER DIED. May GOD Bless you both with all the greatness you both deserve.
My wife and I have been married almost 23 years now. That was the best decision I ever made. Congratulations to you two and may you have many years of happiness!
I would have sworn that you two were already engaged. Your video "The ladies flew us to Key West 3 Countries in 3 Weeks: Part: 9/10" at 14:28, Chelsea is covering her left hand like she was hiding a ring. I hinted in that video that I thought I saw a "surprise" but didn't want to spoil it for anyone else, or ruin it for the both of you. I was completely wrong, and I'm SO glad I didn't say anything else. Regardless, we're so happy for the both of you. Although we knew it was coming. The way you look at each other tells it all. Congratulations to you both, and may you both have a very very happy marriage. CONGRATS! 🎉🎉
I had just started medical school back in 2014 when I came across your channel. From the aborted takeoff video in the mountains, to taking off for a new journey in your life. Congratulations, Josh! ❤
Congratulations!! I started watching you about a year before my first solo when i was 15, I’m now 25. Thank you for the amazing content. Enjoy the new chapter.
I have three boys, three daughter-in-law‘s, three grandchildren. Everybody doing great and I include the two of you. I’ve enjoyed watching you grow together so much. I hope to watch you mature through your life and your family for a lot of years. Thank you for including me Joe.
Have followed Aviation101 for many years and am so happy for you guys. I as well as everyone else could see there was something special with you two.Really brought a tear to this old guys eyes. AND that you have settled down in my State. From Rick in Richmond,Ky. May you guys have all the happiness in life for years to come and take care of that Kentucky girl Josh.
Very nice and congratulations. I like how you managed to keep many parts of the proposal private. As mundane as it may seem, I love the dog adoption story, it says something about who you are. Safe flying.
Josh, I have followed you since your high school days on your channel. Your videos were interesting then. But I am amazed at how you have grown into one of the best storytellers and videographers on UA-cam. Playing this video is definitely a real treat. Thank you for sharing your story. Congratulations to you both.
Ok who is cutting onions around here.. Congrats you two.. I have to say I called this from the first time I saw the way you two look at each other. And after the tragedy of today's events I needed this video more than you know.
So So So happy for you all. !!! Appreciate you all sharing all the things you do with us. Have been watching you from the beginning and so happy to see this come around for you both. Great job on the plan Josh. Be safe have fun and enjoy Oshkosh. Being out here West Ky I hope to run into you all sometime. Take Care. Congrats to both of you !
I’ve watched a few of your videos now. Felt like a dork for watching this but I was genuinely curious how you guys met. I didn’t realize how much we have in common. Texas, an old Ford truck, a Cessna, San Marcos, proposing at Enchanted Rock. Kind of amazing to me. Anyway, good luck to you guys.
OH YEAH! I knew it was building to this!! HUGE CONGRATS 🍾🎉🎈 I figured when Chris & Keelyn were there it was going to be for this reason! Hope you guys have a great rest of your week and I hope to see you both and N80991 at Oshkosh 24 this year! Cheers 🥂 my friend, Wishing You Blue Skies & Tailwinds! -Caleb’s Aviation 😊
Awwww, what a great story. My wife and I met at a local airport while we were both completing our PPL. We got engaged and married two years later. All that was 13 years ago and life is grand!
Dear aviation 101, I’ve been in love with aviation since I’ve been born and I’ve wanted to be a pilot ever since. A few days ago I got 97% on my written exam and I will soon do my practical exam. I have watched your content for a long, long time and you have been a big part of my aviation journey. I couldn’t name a Netflix show or another UA-camrs content that is even close to your movies. Thank you for that, meet you in the sky some day!
Josh, while I'm disappointed in your downplaying of the severity of COVID and the response to it, I loved this video, as I do all of your videos! Your aviation expertise along with your video production skills are at an elite level. Your ability to educate people about your craft is exceptional, your desire to do it is commendable! But, what impresses me the most is your ability to understand the dynamics of living life while still young. Thank you for being the aviation advocate that you are! Thank you for sharing parts of your life that most people keep private. It's reassuring to see young people with a vision and the common sense to execute it! You and Chelsea are adorable together! I wish you continued success at all your endeavors and adventures! I can't wait to see what's to come! Congratulations sir!
Yeah... the eyeroll on "patriotism" and then "knee-jerk lockdowns" was kinda unnecessary... congrats to you both on the proposal, but i couldn't make it through the video after the second COVID remark.
Absolutely agree. Over 1,000,000 Americans have died so far of COVID. This was really disappointing. I’ve been a fan of this YT channel for over a decade. This was a bummer.
I took that chance and flew to the Philippines to meet a woman with a baby that I had hit it off with online. We will be married 11 years in December! I waited a large part of my life to find her. We are so glad to have taken the chance! I love you two!
I am a fully grown, 44 year-old man who has been married to my high school sweetheart for over 20 years (together for 27), and watching happy couples getting engaged still gets me - who's cutting onions?! Beautiful story. All the best to you an Chelsea!
Congratulations to Josh and Chelsea,Nothing like this Aviation family! I didn't ugly cry like Chelsea did I swear! yall are a awesome couple,enjoy the journey together!
Finally!! What a great story and you guys are just getting started. I have been watching Aviation 101 for a while now and noticed that when you both look at each other, we all can see the love. Keep God first in your lives, love each other endlessly, love your family and your country and you will both go far.
I am a 62 year old guy , married for 23 years to a beautiful woman. You're video brought happy tears to my eyes. Then your stray dog shows up in the end. Made me well up again. My adopted dog Obi looks a lot like yours who came into my life unexpectedly who needed a good forever home. God Bless you Both...from a little town in Montana
Congratulations Josh and Chelsea! I've been following this channel's journey for almost a decade and it's amazing to see how much you've grown and what you've achieved. Can't wait to watch your lifelong journey together
Awesome video mate and great story !! Massive congratulations to you and Chelsea on the engagement, I will forever remember the day I asked my wife, (also a Chelsea) to marry me in a 172, it's the second best day to the day I married her.
I’ve been watching your channel for a long time and you two have been everywhere together… I’m glad to see you two have finally made it official. Congratulations to you both!!!
My first time on your channel. Came for the Catalina tips and was so intrigued by your chemistry, I looked to see what else was on your channel. Watched this one on your love story and I'm hooked. Subscribed. As a Christian and a recent widower (after my precious bride of 42 years suddenly and unexpectedly passed away) I can tell you that finding your soulmate is one of the greatest gifts we could ever receive. God bless you in your engagement and marriage. Stay kind, patient, sensitive and caring for each other all of your days.
I don't remember just when I came across this channel but I do remember that I was watching two people that were head over heels in love and today I am glad to have been able to watch this edition and see that proposal everyone was waiting for. Congratulations to both of you. By the way, I'm 83 and I was brought to tears too.
The story of a boy, a truck, and a girl. You can take the boy out of Texas, but you can’t take the Texas out of the boy. This was beautiful. Looking forward to many more adventures! Thanks for continuing to share. You have been a big inspiration to me in my aviation journey with my son. God bless you both!
Congratulations to both of you. Having officiated at the weddings of many young adults throughout my 40+ year pastoral ministry career it has always been exciting to see new marriages take off! And having just celebrated our own 53rd anniversary it is worth everything it will take to maintain the commitment to go for the gold plus! All the best to both of you. Love from British Columbia.
Congratulations to you both. Josh, your videos inspired me to pursue a career in aviation. My wife and I have been married for 20yrs and every day has been adventure. From being away on deployments to family trips out life together has been wild. Congratulations and can’t wait to see what you guys do together!
I'm sure we will never meet, Josh, but after following you for several years and seeing the incredible work you do, and then adding an incredible woman to your story, I had a huge grin when I saw you drop to your knee. You live a life that I, and probably many others watching, would consider just about perfect, and I wish you and Chelsea every bit of happiness possible. Looking forward to seeing where the future takes you two, and of course, 80991.
Josh and Chelsea I loved your story of how you met, your interests and how you became a couple then married. My adventure with Anna Marie in meeting, dating, and eventually marrying was as beautiful as yours was. Sadly I lost Anna Marie in March, 2024, but I still cherish every minute, every moment we spent together and I know that some day I will be with her again. Keep the wonderful videos coming and if you are ever out in the Seattle, WA area, give me a shout. I'd love to take you both to dinner sometime. Brian
Josh, your storytelling, cinematography, musical selections and narration are incredible. You draw your viewers in and leave us wanting more. Following your journey all these years and seeing the quality of your work evolve has been a real joy. More importantly, watching yours and Chelsea's love story evolve, with your mutual love of aviation, has been the icing on the cake. Congratulations to both of you and thank you for including all of us. Now, I need to go figure out who was cutting onions in my home office while I was watching your video!
You know…I’ve been following for awhile now…and when you first put this video out of course I watched it….and re watched it from time to time and the same infectious smile comes across my face every time. Thanks for sharing your experience….thanks for keeping it real…and congrats on your engagement…. Only one thing left to do now….get it done…time a wasting…😊
Wow. It’s about time you popped that question. The way you two look at each other just shows so much love and respect. You are one lucky man and she is one lucky young lady. Keep God at the center of your life and love her forever. Her smile lights up the world.
Been watching since before the current oldest video on the channel(which holy crap was like 10 years ago, time is fake). Watching the videos for the last couple of years or so it was obvious the amount of love between you 2. Congrats to you both!!!
I’ve followed your channel for years which has been a big part in pushing me to follow my own aviation dreams. I’m so happy for you two as it’s very clear you were made for each other. Hope to see you two in Oshkosh! Congratulations!!
Bro, I can’t even begin to articulate the thoughts I have about this video. This is a must see for all those who are making a new start with a cherished someone in their life. You hit me in the feels. Good luck and Godspeed.
Stories like this are why I keep watching this channel. You're a master of the video medium, Josh. And I'm so happy to hear you and Chelsea are engaged! I can't wait to see and hopefully meet you both at Oshkosh!!
Such a great story yous guys! I was privileged to get a photo with you both last year at AirVenture, had told of my plans to finish my RV-14 build, reported that I got my instrument rating inspired by you after 30 years since earning my Private Cert. I’ve been a happy cockpit club member for awhile and want you to know that my life is better because of you guys. From the bottom of this old man’s heart, thank you. The Big Bend National Park trip is on the horizon with the RV-14.
I dont normally comment on videos on here at all but your videos are some of the reasons why I pursued a career in aviation. Getting my PPL, commercial, ATPCTP and now flying for the regionals. Watching you grow as an aviator through these videos has been very inspiring and now to say congrats to you and chels!!!! Welcome to the next adventure!!!
What an incredible story. Love the cinematography, the writing and the narration. This is a breath of fresh air amidst the stuffy "wannabes" who have no idea about story arc, editing or passion. May God bless you and keep you both safe on the remainder of your journey to where you didn't know you had to go.
I'm not crying I got something stuck in my eye! Huge congrats to the both of you. I knew this day would happen the pure love in each others eyes says it all
We, aviators are passionate people, that's our nature. Your UA-cam channel has a lot of that and nowadays that is difficult to be found in the media. Wishing you guys the best.
Been watching these videos and following the journey for what seems like forever. Could not be happier for you both! Seems so destined between you both, and Josh this video was truly outstanding and beautiful, a true tribute to the joy you have with each other and the love you share, not just for the aviation world but for all the adventures and amazing future you will have together. This is just awesome! Congratulations to you both!!! All the best!
Josh, I feel like I've been getting to know you through your story telling and videos. The way that Chelsea has been looking at you (with deep love in her eyes) for more than a year said to me, if you asked her, she'd say yes. Well, I don't know why you waited so long, but it's finally happened. You've both been teasing us with hope of a wedding now for a long long time. It's finally here. What an amazing couple you two are. Congratulations to both of you! And for those who are just watching, hit those like/subscribe buttons if you haven't already.
70 yr old , licensed 38 yrs ago. Wife laying beside me asked are you crying. Hate when she ask that. Courting then proposal brought back so many memories. Thank you.
YES SIR!! Congrats Josh! My eyes are sweating! I am an aviation enthusiast and I love your channel, especially weaving life into your love of aviation! Praying God's blessings on you and your fiancée!
I think we all knew a year or so ago that you and Chels were destined to be together forever.
Congratulations and live long and prosper.
Yeah.. I saw that coming since Valentine's Day in West Texas... and I knew when I saw that title that what happened at 13:50 was gonna be in THIS VIDEO... and I'm screaming YEAHHHH!!! at the screen.
Y'all have EARNED that... and I'll second the "live long and prosper."
Me? I'm taking a longshot, and getting my own new home airport: EHRD. If y'all want a BIG adventure, something that'll take a bit more than a C-172 (though surprisingly not MUCH more, if you're willing to take the far north route)? Across the big pond is definitely a thing.
Funny enough, the thing that got me firmly attached to flying was another journalist and his lady friend crossing the pond, back in 1975... Peter Garrison and Nancy in Melmoth, "The Compass and the Clock" (December '75 _Flying_)... I hope your story sticks with the next generation as that one did with me.
Yep, we've been waiting. Lol
together forever ... hopefully.
I don't think I have ever seen a woman look at a man with as much love in her eyes as she does when she looks at you. You are one lucky dude. Congrats. May your life ahead be filled with joy and the happiness that comes only from family.
That 'look' of Chelsea's is what I noticed most a year ago. Those who become our spouses DO have the look for each of us early.... It's not just Chels. The trick is to 'keep that look' alive for decades as you hit the rough spots. It's these early years that set the tone for the long haul. I think they might have what it takes. I'm at 41 years (to the same awesome lady). She still 'occasionally' looks at me that way.. when I'm not ticking her off.. lol...
I totally agree.
I HAVE seen a woman look at me with that kind of love in her eyes...my own woman.
I have never met either one of you, however I feel like you both are my friends. You made a 54 year old man cry with joy which is very hard to do. Congratulations
My sentiments exactly. I'm 74 and blubbering like a baby. LOL.
WOW what a story. Thought I was watching the Hallmark channel. I'm an old guy. My risk taking days are over. No recovery time. Bless you both. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You risked it all. You won it all.
I hope he sends this video to Hallmark and they make a movie out of it. I'd pay to see that.
Man, the humidity is high in here. I have moisture around my eyes. It has to be sweat.......... I love a great story.
I just had the same high humidity situation here, Sam. I love a love story.
Dang onions!! Or is it allergies?
Seriously, congrats to you both Chels and Josh!
Congratulations. Your the luckiest guy on UTube to have a beautiful girl that adore's you, is a pilot, owns her own airplane, and can do maintenance on your airplane. What a deal. Cheers to the both of you and your life's adventure.
As someone who has seen you ever since 2010 when I had 9 years old, and my dream was becoming a pilot, to seeing you today as a 23 year old, commercial pilot, I’m really happy for you! Congrats Josh!!!!🎉🎉❤❤
I came here for the flying, stayed for the video editing, came back for the story. Magnificent story, video production, and overall, story telling. Wishing you both the best and congratulations.
I’ve been into aviation my whole life, been going to Oshkosh since I was 3. Just like Paul Poberzeny said, “We come for the airplanes, we come back for the people.” People are truly what matters in life. Oh yeah, but airplanes are cool also.
You brought a 6’5” dude to tears watching this. The proposal did it. If y’all did a movie I’d watch it. Thanks for the content and helping us fellow pilots.
😂
Also 6'5". Also cried.
Me too.
I wasn't crying, I was thinking about the onions I have to slice up in a couple of hours. Yeah, that's it, onions.
I'm not 6'5". Since my wife is 5'1" I claim 5'15". This one is getting shared with her (and my handkerchief is wet) as she does love a good love story -- not so much the airplanes!
When I started watching this channel I was just a kid who enjoyed aviation but had no experience or connections to the industry and didn't really know how to get started. Through your work you've helped me so much in finding a way in and getting my aviation journey off to a start, 10 years later I'm now on the verge of taking my CPL checkride and am now looking at where to start my flying career. I can't thank you enough for all you've tought me through sharing your tips and your story on this channel, you and Chelsea are such an incredible team. So thank you both and a huge congratulations, I cannot wait to see where your story goes next.
Cheers 🍻 and congratulations! We viewers have been on the edge of our seats, patiently waiting, for you to make things official BECAUSE we can no longer imagine this channel without Chelsea! What a blessing to have found each other.
Took you long enough 😂😂 Girls like her don't come along every day. Congratulations. You two deserve all the happiness the world has to offer.
A few minutes in I was thinking “if this video doesn’t end with a proposal, I’m gonna be SOOOOO MAD!!” So happy for both of you! Congratulations!!!
Josh, I have followed you since you were in high school and credit you for getting this rusty old pilot and CFI current again after a 25 year break. I have been holding my breath hoping that Chelsea was the one for you. I was applauding wildly when I saw you propose to her. Congratulations to you both. May you have an amazing journey through life together. Have fun at Oshkosh this year.
Congratulations!! I think the entire aviation community has been waiting with bated breath for this announcement! :)
You’re a gifted storyteller Josh, and you help the rest of us in aviation live our own stories to the fullest. Sincere congratulations to both of you, and so happy for this turn in your story!
Thank you! As 61 year old new grand parent and a first time ever making a comment on line, I just wanted to let you know that your video moved me to tears! Thanks again for all of your videos and if the two of you are ever near the coast of Alabama (kcqf) please reach out as not only do we have room for you to stay my wife and I would be delighted to take you to dinner and show you a little bit of the gulf coast and fairhope Alabama area. (I know you have been close when you flew some approaches from Pensacola and you have also skirted along the coast past Alabama multiple times!). I admire the two of you and wish you the best! Heck I don’t think I’ve seen you in an aero commander so maybe plan for that while your here as well. (N1340j). Again thanks for this latest video and getting me to post on line for the first time! Enjoy air venture! (I won’t make it this year since I used that card going to sun n fun’s 50th this year) Loren
Beautiful... Beautiful story, beautiful storytelling, beautiful filmography and editing, beautiful couple... just beautiful. Well done and congratulations!!
Congratulations to Josh and Chelsea. Thank you for taking us on your adventures and journeys together. Love the way you film and tell your stories. Here's to many many more adventures together! Cheers!
With man-tears in my eyes, let me wish you two lovebirds a HUGE congratulations! I've been waiting for this video since Chels entered your life. Nothing but blue skies for you guys!
She is so beautiful. Took you long enough.
lol
Wow! Congratulations to both of you. I love to see the warmth of Chelsea's smile when she looks at you. So nice. Eyes are also moist.
Ya know... it's tempting to say "it's about time" and you know what... it is... about... time. It's about time spent together. Time in happiness, time in strife and how you learn to deal with that together, time apart, time with family. You two did it right and I admire the both of your AND your parents for that. Congratulations and best wishes for long and prosperous lives!
Watching your videos over the years I always knew you guys were made for each other. The way Chelsea looks at you spoke of her love for you. Congratulations and best wishes for your bright future together. Millie is gorgeous and just the fact that you gave her a forever home makes you guys #1 in my books.
I don't know if you get enough love in the comment section on your narration skills! Absolutely fantastic!!
Congratulations to you both! We are very glad to have been part of one of your first video shoots together! We wish you all the best.
Having followed you since close to the beginning, couldn't be happier for you Josh!!! Hope you two have a lifetime of happiness!!
I'm no pilot but I've always wanted to learn to fly. I've been watching you on UA-cam for years. Congratulations Josh and Chels! Many many lifetimes of happiness.
Congratulations. Been with my wife for 35 years she has never flown with me but she has never said I cannot. Take your special and make it work for you!! hope to see you both at OSH.
Wow…! How cool! At 45 with my first child coming this fall with the love of my life, this moves me. I am so happy for the both of you. We will pray for your very best!
Congratulations! Two amazing people, even more amazing together.
I'm a fairly new subscriber and really been getting into your videos. Flight has been a dream of mine my whole life, and at 56 I'm finally going to push myself to move forward with it. Thank you for helping to inspire me to take this next step. And after watching so many of your videos I have to say this one is my favorite. Congratulations!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
As with every new show, Aviation 101 makes my day and week. I wish you everything good and the same forever Love my wife and I shared for 16 yrs. till she passed, but that love has NEVER DIED. May GOD Bless you both with all the greatness you both deserve.
About time dude!! You can't let a prize like her get away....congrats to both you!
My wife and I have been married almost 23 years now. That was the best decision I ever made. Congratulations to you two and may you have many years of happiness!
Been waiting for this video forever, congrats to the both of you!!
You two are awesome and I love your videos, I couldn’t hardly wait for you to pop the question to her and when you did, I had tears in my eyes.
I would have sworn that you two were already engaged. Your video "The ladies flew us to Key West 3 Countries in 3 Weeks: Part: 9/10" at 14:28, Chelsea is covering her left hand like she was hiding a ring. I hinted in that video that I thought I saw a "surprise" but didn't want to spoil it for anyone else, or ruin it for the both of you. I was completely wrong, and I'm SO glad I didn't say anything else.
Regardless, we're so happy for the both of you. Although we knew it was coming. The way you look at each other tells it all. Congratulations to you both, and may you both have a very very happy marriage. CONGRATS! 🎉🎉
I had just started medical school back in 2014 when I came across your channel. From the aborted takeoff video in the mountains, to taking off for a new journey in your life. Congratulations, Josh! ❤
Congratulations!! I started watching you about a year before my first solo when i was 15, I’m now 25. Thank you for the amazing content. Enjoy the new chapter.
I have three boys, three daughter-in-law‘s, three grandchildren. Everybody doing great and I include the two of you. I’ve enjoyed watching you grow together so much. I hope to watch you mature through your life and your family for a lot of years. Thank you for including me Joe.
Congratulations to both of you and thanks for sharing your story.
Congrats to both Josh and Chelsea! Not that I have met either of them, but they seem to be wonderful, genuine people. I am so happy for them both.
Have followed Aviation101 for many years and am so happy for you guys. I as well as everyone else could see there was something special with you two.Really brought a tear to this old guys eyes.
AND that you have settled down in my State.
From Rick in Richmond,Ky. May you guys have all the happiness in life for years to come and take care of that Kentucky girl Josh.
Very nice and congratulations. I like how you managed to keep many parts of the proposal private. As mundane as it may seem, I love the dog adoption story, it says something about who you are. Safe flying.
Congrats you two... Praying for both of you
FINALLY!!!! So happy for you guys. Can’t wait to see you both at Oshkosh again
Josh, I have followed you since your high school days on your channel. Your videos were interesting then. But I am amazed at how you have grown into one of the best storytellers and videographers on UA-cam.
Playing this video is definitely a real treat. Thank you for sharing your story. Congratulations to you both.
I proposed to my wife on enchanted rock 11 years go. It's going to be a blast for you going forward. Enjoy the ride
Ok who is cutting onions around here.. Congrats you two.. I have to say I called this from the first time I saw the way you two look at each other. And after the tragedy of today's events I needed this video more than you know.
WOW! Congratulations Josh & Chelsea! What a story...
AOPA did a story on you last year, now they're going to have to do a story on her.
So So So happy for you all. !!! Appreciate you all sharing all the things you do with us. Have been watching you from the beginning and so happy to see this come around for you both. Great job on the plan Josh. Be safe have fun and enjoy Oshkosh. Being out here West Ky I hope to run into you all sometime. Take Care. Congrats to both of you !
Outstanding! Congratulations 🎊
I’ve watched a few of your videos now. Felt like a dork for watching this but I was genuinely curious how you guys met. I didn’t realize how much we have in common. Texas, an old Ford truck, a Cessna, San Marcos, proposing at Enchanted Rock. Kind of amazing to me. Anyway, good luck to you guys.
Well, congrats!!!
I’m not crying, you’re crying!!! I’ve been following a lot of years and you earn all the happiness you find!! Godspeed to both of you!
OH YEAH! I knew it was building to this!! HUGE CONGRATS 🍾🎉🎈 I figured when Chris & Keelyn were there it was going to be for this reason! Hope you guys have a great rest of your week and I hope to see you both and N80991 at Oshkosh 24 this year!
Cheers 🥂 my friend,
Wishing You Blue Skies & Tailwinds!
-Caleb’s Aviation 😊
Awwww, what a great story. My wife and I met at a local airport while we were both completing our PPL. We got engaged and married two years later. All that was 13 years ago and life is grand!
Congratulations
The worst thing that can happen is she'll say no. But if she says yes . . . 🎉❤!
Dear aviation 101, I’ve been in love with aviation since I’ve been born and I’ve wanted to be a pilot ever since.
A few days ago I got 97% on my written exam and I will soon do my practical exam. I have watched your content for a long, long time and you have been a big part of my aviation journey. I couldn’t name a Netflix show or another UA-camrs content that is even close to your movies. Thank you for that, meet you in the sky some day!
Josh, while I'm disappointed in your downplaying of the severity of COVID and the response to it, I loved this video, as I do all of your videos! Your aviation expertise along with your video production skills are at an elite level. Your ability to educate people about your craft is exceptional, your desire to do it is commendable! But, what impresses me the most is your ability to understand the dynamics of living life while still young. Thank you for being the aviation advocate that you are! Thank you for sharing parts of your life that most people keep private. It's reassuring to see young people with a vision and the common sense to execute it! You and Chelsea are adorable together! I wish you continued success at all your endeavors and adventures! I can't wait to see what's to come! Congratulations sir!
I was also a little surprised with the reference to "knee-jerk lockdowns".
Yeah... the eyeroll on "patriotism" and then "knee-jerk lockdowns" was kinda unnecessary... congrats to you both on the proposal, but i couldn't make it through the video after the second COVID remark.
Interesting that Josh’s personal feelings are such a trigger for y’all, also explain what is wrong with patriotism? Whatever
Absolutely agree. Over 1,000,000 Americans have died so far of COVID. This was really disappointing. I’ve been a fan of this YT channel for over a decade. This was a bummer.
I took that chance and flew to the Philippines to meet a woman with a baby that I had hit it off with online. We will be married 11 years in December! I waited a large part of my life to find her. We are so glad to have taken the chance! I love you two!
I am a fully grown, 44 year-old man who has been married to my high school sweetheart for over 20 years (together for 27), and watching happy couples getting engaged still gets me - who's cutting onions?!
Beautiful story. All the best to you an Chelsea!
Congratulations Josh & Chelsea, you two are clearly destined to be together.
Wishing you every happiness for the next chapter of your lives together.
Congratulations to Josh and Chelsea,Nothing like this Aviation family! I didn't ugly cry like Chelsea did I swear! yall are a awesome couple,enjoy the journey together!
Finally!! What a great story and you guys are just getting started. I have been watching Aviation 101 for a while now and noticed that when you both look at each other, we all can see the love. Keep God first in your lives, love each other endlessly, love your family and your country and you will both go far.
I am a 62 year old guy , married for 23 years to a beautiful woman. You're video brought happy tears to my eyes. Then your stray dog shows up in the end. Made me well up again. My adopted dog Obi looks a lot like yours who came into my life unexpectedly who needed a good forever home. God Bless you Both...from a little town in Montana
Congratulations Josh and Chelsea! I've been following this channel's journey for almost a decade and it's amazing to see how much you've grown and what you've achieved. Can't wait to watch your lifelong journey together
Awesome video mate and great story !! Massive congratulations to you and Chelsea on the engagement, I will forever remember the day I asked my wife, (also a Chelsea) to marry me in a 172, it's the second best day to the day I married her.
I’ve been watching your channel for a long time and you two have been everywhere together… I’m glad to see you two have finally made it official. Congratulations to you both!!!
Congratulations Chelsea and Josh! You both won the grand prize!
My first time on your channel. Came for the Catalina tips and was so intrigued by your chemistry, I looked to see what else was on your channel. Watched this one on your love story and I'm hooked. Subscribed. As a Christian and a recent widower (after my precious bride of 42 years suddenly and unexpectedly passed away) I can tell you that finding your soulmate is one of the greatest gifts we could ever receive. God bless you in your engagement and marriage. Stay kind, patient, sensitive and caring for each other all of your days.
I don't remember just when I came across this channel but I do remember that I was watching two people that were head over heels in love and today I am glad to have been able to watch this edition and see that proposal everyone was waiting for. Congratulations to both of you. By the way, I'm 83 and I was brought to tears too.
The story of a boy, a truck, and a girl. You can take the boy out of Texas, but you can’t take the Texas out of the boy. This was beautiful. Looking forward to many more adventures! Thanks for continuing to share. You have been a big inspiration to me in my aviation journey with my son. God bless you both!
Congratulations to both of you. Having officiated at the weddings of many young adults throughout my 40+ year pastoral ministry career it has always been exciting to see new marriages take off! And having just celebrated our own 53rd anniversary it is worth everything it will take to maintain the commitment to go for the gold plus! All the best to both of you. Love from British Columbia.
Congratulations to you both. Josh, your videos inspired me to pursue a career in aviation. My wife and I have been married for 20yrs and every day has been adventure. From being away on deployments to family trips out life together has been wild. Congratulations and can’t wait to see what you guys do together!
I'm sure we will never meet, Josh, but after following you for several years and seeing the incredible work you do, and then adding an incredible woman to your story, I had a huge grin when I saw you drop to your knee. You live a life that I, and probably many others watching, would consider just about perfect, and I wish you and Chelsea every bit of happiness possible. Looking forward to seeing where the future takes you two, and of course, 80991.
Josh and Chelsea I loved your story of how you met, your interests and how you became a couple then married. My adventure with Anna Marie in meeting, dating, and eventually marrying was as beautiful as yours was. Sadly I lost Anna Marie in March, 2024, but I still cherish every minute, every moment we spent together and I know that some day I will be with her again.
Keep the wonderful videos coming and if you are ever out in the Seattle, WA area, give me a shout. I'd love to take you both to dinner sometime. Brian
Josh, your storytelling, cinematography, musical selections and narration are incredible. You draw your viewers in and leave us wanting more. Following your journey all these years and seeing the quality of your work evolve has been a real joy. More importantly, watching yours and Chelsea's love story evolve, with your mutual love of aviation, has been the icing on the cake. Congratulations to both of you and thank you for including all of us. Now, I need to go figure out who was cutting onions in my home office while I was watching your video!
Awwwwww my heart smiles for you "three!"
You know…I’ve been following for awhile now…and when you first put this video out of course I watched it….and re watched it from time to time and the same infectious smile comes across my face every time. Thanks for sharing your experience….thanks for keeping it real…and congrats on your engagement…. Only one thing left to do now….get it done…time a wasting…😊
Wow. It’s about time you popped that question. The way you two look at each other just shows so much love and respect. You are one lucky man and she is one lucky young lady. Keep God at the center of your life and love her forever. Her smile lights up the world.
Been watching since before the current oldest video on the channel(which holy crap was like 10 years ago, time is fake). Watching the videos for the last couple of years or so it was obvious the amount of love between you 2. Congrats to you both!!!
I’ve followed your channel for years which has been a big part in pushing me to follow my own aviation dreams. I’m so happy for you two as it’s very clear you were made for each other. Hope to see you two in Oshkosh! Congratulations!!
Bro, I can’t even begin to articulate the thoughts I have about this video. This is a must see for all those who are making a new start with a cherished someone in their life. You hit me in the feels. Good luck and Godspeed.
Stories like this are why I keep watching this channel. You're a master of the video medium, Josh. And I'm so happy to hear you and Chelsea are engaged! I can't wait to see and hopefully meet you both at Oshkosh!!
Been watching you for about 14 years now. Congratulations to both of you, well done. Can’t wait to turn the page and see what you do next.
Such a great story yous guys! I was privileged to get a photo with you both last year at AirVenture, had told of my plans to finish my RV-14 build, reported that I got my instrument rating inspired by you after 30 years since earning my Private Cert. I’ve been a happy cockpit club member for awhile and want you to know that my life is better because of you guys. From the bottom of this old man’s heart, thank you. The Big Bend National Park trip is on the horizon with the RV-14.
I dont normally comment on videos on here at all but your videos are some of the reasons why I pursued a career in aviation. Getting my PPL, commercial, ATPCTP and now flying for the regionals. Watching you grow as an aviator through these videos has been very inspiring and now to say congrats to you and chels!!!! Welcome to the next adventure!!!
What an incredible story. Love the cinematography, the writing and the narration. This is a breath of fresh air amidst the stuffy "wannabes" who have no idea about story arc, editing or passion. May God bless you and keep you both safe on the remainder of your journey to where you didn't know you had to go.
I'm not crying I got something stuck in my eye! Huge congrats to the both of you. I knew this day would happen the pure love in each others eyes says it all
I've been waiting for this since the day she first appeared on your Channel. Congratulations to you both❤
We, aviators are passionate people, that's our nature. Your UA-cam channel has a lot of that and nowadays that is difficult to be found in the media. Wishing you guys the best.
Loved this video! Wife and I will be celebrating our 50th this July 20th. May you both be blessed with as long a journey together and more.
Been watching these videos and following the journey for what seems like forever. Could not be happier for you both! Seems so destined between you both, and Josh this video was truly outstanding and beautiful, a true tribute to the joy you have with each other and the love you share, not just for the aviation world but for all the adventures and amazing future you will have together. This is just awesome! Congratulations to you both!!! All the best!
Josh, I feel like I've been getting to know you through your story telling and videos. The way that Chelsea has been looking at you (with deep love in her eyes) for more than a year said to me, if you asked her, she'd say yes. Well, I don't know why you waited so long, but it's finally happened. You've both been teasing us with hope of a wedding now for a long long time. It's finally here. What an amazing couple you two are. Congratulations to both of you! And for those who are just watching, hit those like/subscribe buttons if you haven't already.
I’ve been watching you for ten years . This is the best news ever. You two are great together! So very glad for you both.
70 yr old , licensed 38 yrs ago. Wife laying beside me asked are you crying. Hate when she ask that. Courting then proposal brought back so many memories. Thank you.
YES SIR!! Congrats Josh! My eyes are sweating! I am an aviation enthusiast and I love your channel, especially weaving life into your love of aviation! Praying God's blessings on you and your fiancée!