Some UA-cam fans are so weird. Common sense evaded them. Just because you’re a fan that doesn’t mean you’re entitled to anything a content creator shows you on their platform. Like Cleetus said; there’s a time and a place. When you’re invited; that’s the appropriate time for you to show up. Otherwise respect his boundaries and his privacy!
I haven't watched the whole video yet but being subscribed to FlightRadar24 I could get all the tail numbers of who landed there so he could have a chat with them if he wanted to
imagine owning an airplane and still being stupid enough to land on random spots, that you most likely know are illegal to do so and will bother random people who live there and probably make them scared as hell... Florida must have no oversight on anything flying below those 20k feet. Id be scared of people being this stupid and having airplanes, sounds like someone could just slam a plane into any random spot in this state.. which is crazy
@@deekamikaze if anything he should grab these numbers, and go to the FAA/court to send the message on a strong basis. get them all fined so they lose their licence and possibly their plane. Who is this out of touch to bother someone like that, specially people with money to have an airplane themself. you'd think these people know better, and might aswell put all these wierdos on a watchlist. if they land on random spots like this to bother a youtuber. what else would they be willing to do with their airplane
It scares me. I appreciate Cleetus achieving all these goals and wanting to show them to us, but this gives me huge Roman Atwood vibes. There are some weird crazy people out there.
Keep as many trees as possible!!! Don’t clear them out. They help break wind, and noise. They obviously add a lot of privacy and overall adds character to the property.
@@yup7242 he was talking about clearing trees for house sites etc. he never mentioned clearing trees to make the runway longer. He talked about trimming some to make it more usable.
Came to Florida from the UK... Turned up to a Cleetus Event (swap meet), met Cleetus, met George, met Jackstand. They were all happy to pose for pics.. You don't need to sneak in and ruin it for everyone.
Love the old Florida backwoods vibe they provide. Yea, unless I absolutely NEEDED the space, I'd try and leave as many of those tree there as I could, personally.
I agree with Squirrel about it being secluded. 21:28 Do whatever you want and build your dream property Cleet, BUT it would be awesome if you could keep as many of the trees as possible. The trees, wilderness and wildlife is what give properties like this one their charm. Keeps privacy between properties and adds character to the property. By no means am I telling you to not touch anything, but if you just buldoze every tree it will lose some of what drew you in to the property in the first place
Keep the "Squirrels"and the "Tree huggers" happy --- Go with a 1:1 ratio -- for every tree you need to clear just find another place to plant a new one. No doubt there's plenty of ways to plant new trees between the housing pads proposed to make up for trees removed elsewhere.
As a bridge inspector, I can tell you that plenty of counties in Tennessee use the bottom of a train car as a bridge. Counties with little to no budget do it all the time and it will clear a very large distance and have a steel base to drive heavy equipment across.
I literally was just coming on here to say the same thing. Well except for the bridge inspector. I welded up a whole bunch of supports underneath a couple of them up in the mountains for taking log trucks across. Just trying to keep them from swaying quite as much for the long distances.
Aye fr fr i think Cleet and Squirrel should seriously build a rally car and do a rally event. Would be gold content to watch them try to work together and navigate the course😂
@@Zqudtrue but Cleet is a beast driver. Squirrel direction giving would be the questionable part🤣 also im sure they have tracks that are a little more tame for beginner teams😂 not to mention it's LITERALLY the only racing I haven't seen Cleetus do yet
Imagine when Rip grows up and gets to watch all of these old vids to see where his dad came from...having these vids are gunna mean alot to Cleets family
Those trusses came from the Wauchula airport. My brother and I moved them there for Marvin about 25 years ago. There were 2 more trusses. Just another project Marvin never got to finish.
@@Uziqzx Yeh, I in stall alot of steel, the rust is like a protective layer on steel, the older the steel the better quality it will be also. But for making a little bridge for planes to cross, plenty of steel for that for sure. If he takes a grinder to it and ground down a small part i think there ill be shinny quarter inch steel just waiting to be used.
Nice!!! Here in Michigan we used to attend a Fly-In at a private runway. Carl the owner would pick a weekend for the fly-in and pilots from all over came. Carl's Fall event included a pumpkin drop and TP drop. Some pilots would camp out the entire weekend as well. The evening bonfires were also a blast. All at a private runway. So much potential you have Cleetus with your new airport! Congrats!!!
You should use those trusses to build your bridge..reuse something that's a part of the history of your new ...amazing runway/future home for your family.
We literally just had a group of cybertrucks tear up our runway at FL58 they even posted UA-cam videos of it. People don’t understand what it’s like to get a taiwheel stuck in a rut trying to turn off the runway. Cant wait for some fly ins.
ADS-B Exchange. You can play back to a certain point in a time and watch all the air traffic in the area and see who came and went and get the reg numbers. Pretty easy to do. Just remember it's Zulu time, not local. You can get the information and compare it to when people apply for authorization and then have a talk with them about it. I can't believe pilots dont realize that their aircraft can still be tracked.
@@Slindyyand it that area they would need to be on since it’s within 30 nautical miles of a Class B airport. It’s one thing landing in a spot where you’re not supposed to and another to turn off something that is required under federal law
Half the planes on that patch don't have ADSB, and some don't even have an electrical system. Usually when word gets out that it's not open to just drop in, usually pilots are mostly respectful of those kinds of things. The ones who act like a-holes are often called out by everyone else. Things will calm down now that people kinda know what's up.
This Brother has freakin MADE IT DUDE! To own multiple drag cars, Own a racetrack, Own a full-size shop, Own a Plane and a Helicopter, Own a whole airport, with plenty of land to make it into something insane with access to a lake! Absolutely incredible man 🙌🏼
He's a baby Mason. His daddy is a Mason. The ones on youtube blowing up are all part of the brotherhood that has grown into. You start at the lions club at teenager and you're golden
@@NitsuJisReal that's not really the point I was making. But, that Garrett is much more than the persona he created for the camera and we get to see some of it in the air.
A cool concept... once the Bald eagle air field is completed (or before) find a developer to fully model your airfield for payware on Microsoft Flight Simulator. Then, host online landing comps at your airfield.
It is interesting to watch you address all of the problems that owning a property with large improvements (airport, lake, open countryside, etc.). I built an airport’ on a ranch that I managed back in the Seventies. It was 2640’ by 75’ at 3200’ above sea level. It worked well for our aircraft. We had both fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Our problem was keeping people from making unauthorized landings and running all around the ranch. Our ranch was very private by design. The owner was quite wealthy and he didn’t want any unauthorized people on his property. My job was to keep them off among many other things. I marked the runway with large X’s making it a closed runway. That mostly stopped people from landing but occasionally someone would and say they didn’t understand what the large X was for. Normal BS. Good luck with your projects. Best Regards from an old man in his seventies.
@@Kyle1237 we did have to prosecute on two occasions. The first pilot landed in his Maule with two mini bikes in back. They unloaded them and started running them all over the ranch. The ranch had quite an extensive road system to enhance firefighting efforts. We rarely had fires, but we were prepared. So I watched this guy and his son running up and down the roads leaving gates open and chasing cattle and some of my horses. The other person taxed to our fuel trailer and filled up his Cessna 190 with our fuel. They also took the batteries from my Hughes 500 and pulled a couple of radios. I wasn’t at the ranch when this all took place but my security system paged my beeper to tell me something was up. I was about an hour away so all I could do was check the recordings of their actions. It is really easy to track down someone with their N number easily visible on their airplane. I called the boss and he was at Montgomery field getting into his Twin Bonanza when the Cessna 190 landed at the same field. He was informed by the tower of their location on the field and he quickly met them with San Diego’s finest. They were promptly arrested and their airplane was confiscated. They were convicted with all of our evidence and I really can’t remember what their penalty was. It was almost 50 years ago.
I really hope people leave you guys alone when you get the house built and stuff, don't need situations like Atwood and Matt have had. Hope yall the best brother
Or be the guy that knocks on Matt’s door at midnight, knowing that he’s got a thousand guns, a lot of property, and a backhoe? Some folks just ain’t too bright.
Lord knows what is wrong with people to think they have the right to invade other space and privacy like they do. These people you see on UA-cam don't want you walking up on them or entering their property without being invited. The general plabic is rude and ignorant.
What a tease this video is! In my old mind it gives some well disguised clues to future endeavors. Like the P-51 comment, i.e. a future acquisition; the lake, i.e. future aquatic racing, activities; sprint boat race track, etc. This young man has certainly got his head screwed on straight. He has, and is building, for his and many other family’s futures. His awesome abilities to provide interesting, family friendly media content which touches so many viewers is phenomenal! I’m 70 years old and am excited to see what he does next! Hell Ya Brother!
You know you’ve made it when you not only have your own airfield but also 20+ acres for your homestead PLUS more acreage with a freaking private lake that allows boats! SO EXCITED FOR YOU CLEET! You have certainly earned it and I’m so thankful we get to live a small piece in the journey with you.
Wonder what ownership percentage Squirrel, James & the rest of the team have in the Freedom Factory? Or are they still wage slaves making Cleetus wealthy?
This is actually a problem from the earliest days of aviation. They built floatplanes, but couldn't get them to take off. Finally somebody had a little step on the bottom that allowed them to break the surface tension. Even the big flying boats (Catalinas, Martin Mars, etc.) had them. You can see the little one on the Cub's float between the struts that attach to the body.
Thanks for allowing the 99.9% of your fans that respect you and won’t trespass to get an insider view of the amazing property. Sucks that the .1% always seem to ruin things. Keep on keeping on brother!
@@mrwilson7617 its not illegal to land your plane at a registered airstrip its just considered rude depending on the situation. most registered airstrips welcome pilots and have many amenities from fuel to free loaner cars
Very cool ! Years ago i lived on a grass strip in Estero. I spent many happy hours mowing the strip, flying all over in the area and just enjoying life . I am happy for you being able to experience this ...
It’s crazy to see how far cleet has came and how much the whole company and channel grew so fast . Cleet hasn’t changed one bit , content has always only increased in every way.
This guy is literally showing you where his personal house and family are located, and sharing the process....gosh darn it have some respect, and patience, not many people in this world will actively let others into this space. Just wait for an invitation, it'll be soooo much better.
That place is a total vibe. My Grandpa used to fly a Cessna 140 and would fly under our local bridge (it's about 80ft above the water) and land in his fields and whatnot. I've been wanting to get my pilots license for a long time, and you're inspiring the crap out of me right now. I love seeing you live out your dreams, this is so awesome!!
I love watching as Cleetus just continues to build an incredible dream life, all starting from videos of exhaust whistles on a corvette 😂 It's inspiring.
It really is. Amazing how he took the chance and dropped out of school and now he's building a freaking empire with his team. Just goes to show if you're willing to work hard and believe in yourself you can accomplish anything.
lmao I'm imagining the cows are the ultimate source of plane knowledge, they probably know every model that hits that runway like "yeah Chuck that's another one of them Carbon cubs, wish I could fit in one of them"
Yeah, except that if I had to put money on a random person correctly guessing a single engine prop plane model, a cub would be one of the two easiest to guess, along with a Cessna 172. They’re basically the ford fusions of the aviation world.
If you have an airport just down the road from the race track, then how can a neighborhood bark about noise? I’m thinking that’s two feet on a tombstone for a lawyer to think about. But un authorized landings equal drug drops for police activities.
Jeremy Clarkson just built a new house for his family and described in UK newspaper how he has seen random people just wander in to take a look at his living room like it's some kind of public space. Another time some guy just sat in the kitchen like it was his, and one time JC's girlfriend Lisa found someone in their house. Some people are just stupid and somehow think they can enter the house because owner is well known...unbelievably idiotic thinking.
So happy for this feller. I should be jealous but I’m not. I’m actually happy to see him and his family acquire this life. It’s so cool he shares it with us. 😇
Hey Cleetus! I just started watching your stuff recently. My first comment here. Dang dude! The airport project has me stoked!! What an absolute dream! Like many, many pilots, I'm yet another who has dreamed my whole life of living on an airstrip. You are doing it brother! So very cool! I am really, sincerely, very happy for you for being able to make it happen. It honestly makes me giddy that you are actually doing it! I'm working on finishing up a Corvair powered Zenith Zodiac 601HDS. When it's done and you are ready for visitors, I will definitely be dropping in!!! One thing, I'm sure you've thought it through, but why not build your house on the lake? With ready access to the runway, that would be the ultimate in my book. In any case, congrats my friend and God bless! Dan Philgreen Fort Myers
So stoked for you Cleet, you are living your dream life with your family and friends. You've busted your ass, taken huge risks and now you're reaping the rewards. Couldn't have happened to a better dude 🙏I hope you are going to keep all the cows out there and enough room for them to roam happily.
Hey Cleet, as a safety specialist i would really suggest you put your headrest a few inches up higher. Believe me, in a crash having it so low can cause your neck to snap. Living on the edge, but do it smart😅
You should use those rusty trusses to build the bridge from the lake to the airstrip! Think how cool a miniature truss bridge would be to span that crossing!
Listening to cleet describe everything while he was driving instantly reminded me of the step brothers movie while they're thinking about all the things they can do to their bedroom. Happy for your success and cheers to much more
Those trusses would work out really well for an open air covered area to temporarily Park planes or for when you have parties. There could be a nice place to set up. You might not be able to get them rated again to use for storage enclosed and all that, but for uses only when you know the weather and such should be able to use them safely!
My 5 year old always says "well well brother welcome to the Cleetus McFarland UA-cam channel" side note. Im glad Cleetus made it. He just feels like a friend. Good job buddy
It’s about respect! Cleetus share’s a lot of personal information with us and really sometimes shares too much at times. Give the man, his family and his employees privacy and respect. Landing on an airfield without permission and following people through a gate is just messed up. I can see pulling up to the gate and snapping a picture or two, but respect the boundaries. They’ve really opened their places and lives up to us, and if it get’s too crazy, they could easily shut the door to everyone, other than events. Enjoy the video’s and let them be. If you see them out and about, give them a wave and carry on.
i know if i ever find my way to florida america and events were currently running i'd get myself a photo from the road near the helmet ate the race track and the sign at the airfeild but i wouldn't dream of actually going in and be delusional enough to think hey if anyone here they're gonna wanna talk to me.
Hey Squirrell : Deer can jump over that little fence easily... An 8' fence is minimum needed to keep them out. Love the airport - congrats guys, you all deserve it. Keep up the great work!
It’s really cool to watch a guy start off the way Ol Cleet did, become bigger on UA-cam and continue to do things he loves! Helllllll yeahhhhh brotherrrrrrrrrrr
The way Cleet shares his private life is wild. His unique character makes me never jealous and always happy for his success and achievements. Im sure i speak for others when i say we don’t begrudge him a single purchase or experience.
@@A-A-RonDavis2470 when you are in your 40’s its sometimes a struggle to keep envy and jealousy at bay. What im saying is it’s not an effort with cleeter
Being an all around gear head I love all mechanical means of transportation! I have to say I never took your channel too seriously but your aviation content is on point and now has my full attention all around!
I’m so happy for you Garret you work so hard for your family and audience. I hope those few weirdo’s don’t ruin it for you and respect your families privacy.
Garret, you have come a very long way. I've watched from the very beginning and I have never been more proud of some random guy on the internet. well done man, you were the push I needed to get into aviation oddly enough.
I'm honestly not sure what the hell he's even going to be able to do with it. The NHRA is on record, they won't in any way support or allow a multi-seat Fuel car to make a pass because there aren't any specs that exist(SFI chassis specs, when you hear about a "25.2 chassis" or whatever, 25.2 is the SFI spec that that chassis is built to; these specs are for safety obviously) to build one to. That means no BMP because they're an NHRA track and would get in some big crap over it, potentially lose their NHRA membership. They already suspended Larry Dixon for running his 2 seat Fuel car without approval(and he lost the lawsuit too). So, quite the "interesting" gift, a potentially completely useless Top Fuel dragster(and, TBH, I can't even imagine how much the running costs would eat into their income, these things are so expensive to run)
@@tezzrterry7485 The other issue is that Cleet has an NHRA license that he needs to run basically single digit ETs at NHRA tracks(let alone 6s, and now with the goal of 5s). They could pull his license for running the 2 seater *anywhere* - just like they did originally to the Street Outlaws guys for their street racing. Maybe "he could sue over that!!!", but I seriously doubt he would want to spend the kind of money it would take to fight the NHRA(nevermind the fact that, even if you win, you probably aren't going to have the best relationship with them after that). The NHRA sucks and it sucks that they suck. But that is absolutely the kind of things they do.
There was a time when Interstate 5 in California had a bridge wash out. 5 is mega important here, so it couldn't be down for long. They brought in RR flatcars to span the creek, and they carried thousands of cars and trucks a day until the new bridge was built.
Aviator cows?! 🤣 Those trusses look fine for using on your personal hanger. You could use those trusses to span the ditch over to the lakeside property! I can't wait to what the future hold for the Bald Eagle Airfield!
Agreed, trusses are pretty much indestructible. If they was laying down in the dirt and mud I would say maybe not, but being stored in a upright position likely as strong as the day they was built.
So amazing! My thought for all the extra land is a place for people to stay while visiting. There is not very many options in that area for hotels that are close so maybe some tiny houses you can use for short term rentals. My family would absolutely love to stay so close next time we visit the Freedom Factory
The fewer right angles on exterior of a house the less the cost. Heavy D’s exterior has a lot of right angles. Put your money into a hurricane tolerant house as opposed to cosmetics. Congratulations on this new property!
Lol what are you talking about? Corners are Corners whether they are 45° or 22.5° The process of siding, roofing, framing, and guttering is the same no matter if it's a right angle or not. Cost comes from square footage and material cost and time to complete. Past that comes any structural engineering for things like underground garages and stuff. Corners don't inherently add cost, they potentially add time, with time comes cost.
As a pilot I expect more of other pilots. They should know better and should understand better than anyone WHY you don’t go uninvited to a grass field. Pilots are known as people who respect the rules of the air and property rights, so to hear of this is very sad. I expect more from our less-wise compatriots.
Im not a pilot but i was thinking the same thing. A pilots license isnt cheap and neither are planes so most pilots should have a little more respect when it comes to these things because of all the time and money they have invested in it. Its a little different when you take a random fan with a clapped out junker hotrod car with a worn out 350 that wants to take his ride and cruise by the FF or even try to drive by Cleeters house, they arent expected to have any dang respect but a pilot doing this, is just goofy.
That was the biggest shock to me. Out of any community if interacted with I expect the highest standards of respect from anyone at the controls of a airplane. Unbelievable
@@Original22 most likely it was just semi local guys that thought Cleetus wouldnt mind and they maybe didnt realize how fragile grass runways are. Younger pilots i would imagine. I just hope they watch this and realize that it doesnt need to be done again. Some nice clear security cameras to capture tail numbers might get their attention too.
To signify the runway is closed, place big "X"s at either end ot the runway where the numbers would be on a paved strip. These should be large enough to be seen from pattern altitude. Anyone ignoring these signals can then be held liable for trust pass.
That and park a old junker of a car smack dab in the middle of the runway painted bright white, and when you are flying out just move it back and forth, then they cant land or do touch and gos, and whole lot nicer than just a cable strung across the runway, probably little less liability that way too!
Honestly I don’t even think it’s an FAA issue. The FAA controls airspace. The airport surface area is private property. It would be a local municipality issue, and the charge would be trespassing. It’s the same idea as if you landed a helicopter on someone’s property without permission and they filed a complaint. The FAA has nothing to do with that unless the act of landing itself was unsafe for whatever reason. Otherwise no FAA violation has been made.
@@VictoryAviation As cleet mentioned, its a Private Airfield and is restricted per the FAA, you have to have authorization to land. I am no Pilot and certainly by no means a guru in Laws and Regs of Aviation, but from the sounds of it, the FAA would certainly get in touch with people who conduct Unauthorized Landings at a restricted Airfield.
@@VictoryAviationthis is also a registered runway though just not private property landing strip. I have a good feeling if you just randomly landed on a classified runway the FAA can give violations.
@@VictoryAviationif a pilot violates FAA regulations and lands on a controlled runway without authorization he/she can have their FAA pilots license revoked.
@@aaronermis4082 I completely agree. That’s because they clearly broke FAA regulation, as you stated. Which FAA regulation states that landing on a private airport runway without permission is against regulation? Honest question.
I have never been so excited to live vicariously through someone else as this channel ever since the race track purchase and now the airport purchase and the lake access and bridge and I just get so excited! you are an awesome American
That's the sort of parasocial thing that lets people think it is ok to just show up on random days trying to enter the freedom factory or land on the airstrip.
Building a bridge is easy. For Irrigation you should go with the big guns we used then in horse arena watering they cover a ton of area. Cleetus you should see about top dressing the air field and putting in good irrigation if you need help with it my good buddy owns ESI Equestrian Services International and speclize in grass polo field’s and grass fields and horse arenas and can take care of getting that run way back green
I look forward to flying out here (with permission) when I get my pilot license, your channel helped inspire me to continue chasing my dreams and get flying.
your braver than me telling people that i was going to live on the airfield especially with the problems you already have with trespassers. kudos to you
That should've been a red flag. Now he'll definitely have people come in and land right next to his house and do whatever. Made his family more vulnerable.
Dude you should build your house between the lake and run way! There’s lots of people that have houses on a lake, and people that have houses next to their private run way, but there can’t be many people that have a airport on one side of there house and a 100 acre lake on the other side. You wanna go flying, just head out the front door. You wanna go to the lake, head out the back door.
It’s a local law enforcement issue, which is “trespassing”, not necessarily an FAA issue. Though I’m sure the FAA wouldn’t be happy about it, there’s not really any FAA regulation that’s been broken per se. It’s not cool for people to do either way. I’ve never landed on a restricted runway. It’s not my property to do so.
Seems like you're on the right page but you do have some things wrong it could be taken up with a local authorities as a trespassing but when it's a restricted airfield and somebody lands on that their breaking FAA rules and regulations and the FAA would get involved And if they find who the pilot was that landed there without permission it's very possible that they would pull their license maybe not permanently but for a certain amount of time@@VictoryAviation
McFarland. Your attitude kicks ass. Awesome for someone to take a chill approach with non authorized people on your strip. Im new to your channel but like the content. Be safe cool man
I like the STOL setup as well, however I think we've seen it more consistently since the float modification though. Seems more useful for Florida but less atheistically pleasing, I will agree.
Absolutely floats are more useful in FL I definitely get it. and I definitely like that we’re seeing it more so I’m not complaining just a personal opinion aesthetically mostly
@@sharktopus88 oh I'm not disagreeing in any way, I promise. The cub looks kind of... I don't know how to say it without it coming off rudely, but it looks a little bland with all the extra yellow. Maybe some extra graphics would help atheistically? I much prefer the STOL setup but totally understand the usefulness of the floats. Doesn't mean I don't think they look funny 😂
They gonna be real sad when we hook the snatcheroo 7.3l up to their rudder and drag them off the runway.
Get em cleet
Why not build your hanger as a fly-in & boat-in hanger with access from both sides?!?!?! And have a helicopter pad of course as well. ❤❤❤❤
Soooo.... hydroplane boat coming soon? Or drag boat?
Yer done!!!😂
Hell yeah you get em cleet
Some UA-cam fans are so weird. Common sense evaded them. Just because you’re a fan that doesn’t mean you’re entitled to anything a content creator shows you on their platform. Like Cleetus said; there’s a time and a place. When you’re invited; that’s the appropriate time for you to show up. Otherwise respect his boundaries and his privacy!
I haven't watched the whole video yet but being subscribed to FlightRadar24 I could get all the tail numbers of who landed there so he could have a chat with them if he wanted to
imagine owning an airplane and still being stupid enough to land on random spots, that you most likely know are illegal to do so and will bother random people who live there and probably make them scared as hell... Florida must have no oversight on anything flying below those 20k feet. Id be scared of people being this stupid and having airplanes, sounds like someone could just slam a plane into any random spot in this state.. which is crazy
Some?
That applies to most UA-camr fans TBH.
@@deekamikaze if anything he should grab these numbers, and go to the FAA/court to send the message on a strong basis. get them all fined so they lose their licence and possibly their plane. Who is this out of touch to bother someone like that, specially people with money to have an airplane themself. you'd think these people know better, and might aswell put all these wierdos on a watchlist. if they land on random spots like this to bother a youtuber. what else would they be willing to do with their airplane
It scares me. I appreciate Cleetus achieving all these goals and wanting to show them to us, but this gives me huge Roman Atwood vibes. There are some weird crazy people out there.
Keep as many trees as possible!!! Don’t clear them out. They help break wind, and noise. They obviously add a lot of privacy and overall adds character to the property.
They also will help keep the area cool in the summer too! Keep as many trees as you can!
I wish I could like this and @wthea7913's comment 100 times. Especially for any level of crosswinds, it's going to make a huge difference.
Also, they’re just better to look at than flat ground. Don’t chop a single tree that you absolutely don’t have to.
Yeah, but we want a longer runway to include more types of planes
@@yup7242 he was talking about clearing trees for house sites etc. he never mentioned clearing trees to make the runway longer. He talked about trimming some to make it more usable.
Came to Florida from the UK... Turned up to a Cleetus Event (swap meet), met Cleetus, met George, met Jackstand. They were all happy to pose for pics.. You don't need to sneak in and ruin it for everyone.
DEFINITELY GET THOSE CAMERAS INSTALLED BROTHER!
If only he had a sponsor who does home security.
That seems like an invasion of privacy for the other users of the runway.
It is south Florida.
@@gabetessin5837 He owns it. Haha Wtf?
@@gabetessin5837uhhhh it’s his property 😂
I’d leave as many trees as possible, personally. It’s established shade and landscaping you don’t have to worry about in the future
Good for wind breaks too.
And the kids will absolutely love playing in them.
Love the old Florida backwoods vibe they provide. Yea, unless I absolutely NEEDED the space, I'd try and leave as many of those tree there as I could, personally.
For the cows to get some shade to
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I agree with Squirrel about it being secluded. 21:28 Do whatever you want and build your dream property Cleet, BUT it would be awesome if you could keep as many of the trees as possible. The trees, wilderness and wildlife is what give properties like this one their charm. Keeps privacy between properties and adds character to the property. By no means am I telling you to not touch anything, but if you just buldoze every tree it will lose some of what drew you in to the property in the first place
He's definitely against removing trees unless it's for a good reason
Are you new here? No way Cleet would destory anything without a good reason.
Maybe when you build your house you could put a Moat in with some wild life in it!!! 🎉😮❤😅😂 Or Pond!!!😮
or even relocate/replant new ones out of the way. It just adds so much to the vibe. Hell plant some eagle nest friendly trees. maybe you'll get lucky.
Keep the "Squirrels"and the "Tree huggers" happy --- Go with a 1:1 ratio -- for every tree you need to clear just find another place to plant a new one. No doubt there's plenty of ways to plant new trees between the housing pads proposed to make up for trees removed elsewhere.
As a bridge inspector, I can tell you that plenty of counties in Tennessee use the bottom of a train car as a bridge. Counties with little to no budget do it all the time and it will clear a very large distance and have a steel base to drive heavy equipment across.
I literally was just coming on here to say the same thing. Well except for the bridge inspector. I welded up a whole bunch of supports underneath a couple of them up in the mountains for taking log trucks across. Just trying to keep them from swaying quite as much for the long distances.
Did that at my work. Used a train flatcar to make a road bridge over a below grade pipeway - perfect
Hell yea iv seen decent sized bulldozers and a 200k lbs crane drive across a old train flat car being used as a bridge
Agreed, my first thought as well.
Can you give the location of train car bridges in Tennessee near Chattanooga?
Aye fr fr i think Cleet and Squirrel should seriously build a rally car and do a rally event. Would be gold content to watch them try to work together and navigate the course😂
shii that might be a bit dangerous LOL
Yes
@@Zqudtrue but Cleet is a beast driver. Squirrel direction giving would be the questionable part🤣 also im sure they have tracks that are a little more tame for beginner teams😂 not to mention it's LITERALLY the only racing I haven't seen Cleetus do yet
That would be pretty epic.
That would be sweet
Imagine when Rip grows up and gets to watch all of these old vids to see where his dad came from...having these vids are gunna mean alot to Cleets family
Great grandpa Cleet was a young whipper snapper
He just can’t see the video that started it all till he’s older, can’t give him to big of idea
I hope he backs them all up just incase
Ask Brandon and Dylan Lee about the vids of their parents.
I never even considered that, good point!
Those trusses came from the Wauchula airport. My brother and I moved them there for Marvin about 25 years ago. There were 2 more trusses. Just another project Marvin never got to finish.
Looks like good metal for making a little bridge out of.
You think those are salvageable having been in the weather that long? (I'm not very knowledgeable on building materials / framework)
Live in Tn now but I came from Wauchula. Small world.
I love that bit of history! Hope Garret sees this, as I think he easily connects with the history of his stuff and would appreciate it as well.
@@Uziqzx Yeh, I in stall alot of steel, the rust is like a protective layer on steel, the older the steel the better quality it will be also. But for making a little bridge for planes to cross, plenty of steel for that for sure. If he takes a grinder to it and ground down a small part i think there ill be shinny quarter inch steel just waiting to be used.
Nice!!! Here in Michigan we used to attend a Fly-In at a private runway. Carl the owner would pick a weekend for the fly-in and pilots from all over came. Carl's Fall event included a pumpkin drop and TP drop. Some pilots would camp out the entire weekend as well. The evening bonfires were also a blast. All at a private runway. So much potential you have Cleetus with your new airport! Congrats!!!
You should use those trusses to build your bridge..reuse something that's a part of the history of your new ...amazing runway/future home for your family.
Was thinking the same thing.
3rd this
4th -- easy
I agree
We need enough likes on this comment to catch cleets attention 👍
Get security cams with good resolution. Point them at the runway. Catch the registrations.
...then report them SOBs!
Resolution is a lot less important than frame rate, especially when planes are flying by at 60+ knots. Get a 120hz, 4k camera.
@@SpankMyFace Simply have Georges stand there everyday with a camera, it's cheaper then good quality cameras.
😂@@22Epic
Bro George can't be there he's way to important for the channel !
We literally just had a group of cybertrucks tear up our runway at FL58 they even posted UA-cam videos of it. People don’t understand what it’s like to get a taiwheel stuck in a rut trying to turn off the runway. Cant wait for some fly ins.
Leave it to cyber truck owners to be douche bags…
Im more of a ford raptor kinda guy
@@TheAnnoyingBossyou were there ??????
Well, that's called "evidence", charge 'em with trespass and send a bill for the damage.
ADS-B Exchange. You can play back to a certain point in a time and watch all the air traffic in the area and see who came and went and get the reg numbers. Pretty easy to do. Just remember it's Zulu time, not local.
You can get the information and compare it to when people apply for authorization and then have a talk with them about it. I can't believe pilots dont realize that their aircraft can still be tracked.
That only works if the plane has ADS-B and it’s turned on…
@@Slindyyand it that area they would need to be on since it’s within 30 nautical miles of a Class B airport. It’s one thing landing in a spot where you’re not supposed to and another to turn off something that is required under federal law
A lot of private planes tend to request not to be on those sites.
@@americansmarka block doesn’t work on ADSB exchange.
Half the planes on that patch don't have ADSB, and some don't even have an electrical system. Usually when word gets out that it's not open to just drop in, usually pilots are mostly respectful of those kinds of things. The ones who act like a-holes are often called out by everyone else.
Things will calm down now that people kinda know what's up.
This Brother has freakin MADE IT DUDE! To own multiple drag cars, Own a racetrack, Own a full-size shop, Own a Plane and a Helicopter, Own a whole airport, with plenty of land to make it into something insane with access to a lake! Absolutely incredible man 🙌🏼
hes literally just completing side quests now. dude is a legend
The most amazing part is that you only named a few examples. Success indeed!
He made the right decision when he dropped out of law school to become, in his words, ''A full time redneck UA-camr''
He's a baby Mason. His daddy is a Mason. The ones on youtube blowing up are all part of the brotherhood that has grown into. You start at the lions club at teenager and you're golden
He should write a book on how he got himself to where he’s at. I’m definitely impressed!
It's incredible how serious things are when Cleetus is in an airplane. I don't know how you do it all.
Flying is a very serious business so I'm sure he adjust his attitude accordingly.
One screw up on camera and his license is gone.
@@CrispyCars his instruction looks super solid though so I'm not worried
You can't do dumb stuff in planes they are federally regulated. U do dumb shit in the air u sill never fly again
@@NitsuJisReal that's not really the point I was making. But, that Garrett is much more than the persona he created for the camera and we get to see some of it in the air.
A cool concept... once the Bald eagle air field is completed (or before) find a developer to fully model your airfield for payware on Microsoft Flight Simulator. Then, host online landing comps at your airfield.
I think my previous comment was deleted because it was taken for solicitation. From my searching through MSFS, I think its being done.
Buy a Waveblaster or 3
@@maccoretti51 POMB = Piss Out My Bottom
or just do that in real life you worm
Great idea!
It is interesting to watch you address all of the problems that owning a property with large improvements (airport, lake, open countryside, etc.). I built an airport’ on a ranch that I managed back in the Seventies. It was 2640’ by 75’ at 3200’ above sea level. It worked well for our aircraft. We had both fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Our problem was keeping people from making unauthorized landings and running all around the ranch. Our ranch was very private by design. The owner was quite wealthy and he didn’t want any unauthorized people on his property. My job was to keep them off among many other things. I marked the runway with large X’s making it a closed runway. That mostly stopped people from landing but occasionally someone would and say they didn’t understand what the large X was for. Normal BS.
Good luck with your projects. Best Regards from an old man in his seventies.
Wild flowers that spell "PRIVATE AIRPORT" along the sides.
I guess some people don't know how to read a sectional... did anyone ever get in big trouble over landing there?
@@Kyle1237 we did have to prosecute on two occasions. The first pilot landed in his Maule with two mini bikes in back. They unloaded them and started running them all over the ranch. The ranch had quite an extensive road system to enhance firefighting efforts. We rarely had fires, but we were prepared. So I watched this guy and his son running up and down the roads leaving gates open and chasing cattle and some of my horses. The other person taxed to our fuel trailer and filled up his Cessna 190 with our fuel. They also took the batteries from my Hughes 500 and pulled a couple of radios. I wasn’t at the ranch when this all took place but my security system paged my beeper to tell me something was up. I was about an hour away so all I could do was check the recordings of their actions. It is really easy to track down someone with their N number easily visible on their airplane. I called the boss and he was at Montgomery field getting into his Twin Bonanza when the Cessna 190 landed at the same field. He was informed by the tower of their location on the field and he quickly met them with San Diego’s finest. They were promptly arrested and their airplane was confiscated. They were convicted with all of our evidence and I really can’t remember what their penalty was. It was almost 50 years ago.
I really hope people leave you guys alone when you get the house built and stuff, don't need situations like Atwood and Matt have had. Hope yall the best brother
Seriously. Whoever was landing there has some screws loose
What happened?
Or be the guy that knocks on Matt’s door at midnight, knowing that he’s got a thousand guns, a lot of property, and a backhoe? Some folks just ain’t too bright.
Lord knows what is wrong with people to think they have the right to invade other space and privacy like they do. These people you see on UA-cam don't want you walking up on them or entering their property without being invited. The general plabic is rude and ignorant.
@@Bill_N_ATX don't do it before they dig there own pit🙊
What a tease this video is! In my old mind it gives some well disguised clues to future endeavors. Like the P-51 comment, i.e. a future acquisition; the lake, i.e. future aquatic racing, activities; sprint boat race track, etc. This young man has certainly got his head screwed on straight. He has, and is building, for his and many other family’s futures. His awesome abilities to provide interesting, family friendly media content which touches so many viewers is phenomenal! I’m 70 years old and am excited to see what he does next! Hell Ya Brother!
Yeah and he’s a person not a corporation which is the American dream. Your comment is way cool. You know what I mean? Citizens building stuff.
The p51 comment was because they already had one land there and buzz it
@@coyoteden3773 I see a P-51 in his hanger at some point. After all TC has one.. & the coolness factor is just unreal.
You know you’ve made it when you not only have your own airfield but also 20+ acres for your homestead PLUS more acreage with a freaking private lake that allows boats! SO EXCITED FOR YOU CLEET! You have certainly earned it and I’m so thankful we get to live a small piece in the journey with you.
I can't imagine a better scenario. Its a dream
Hard work pays off. The freedom factory started with a dream manifested into reality.
@@jeremysales1232 thank god for nerds
@@jeremysales1232 unfortunately not all hard work pays off.
Wonder what ownership percentage Squirrel, James & the rest of the team have in the Freedom Factory? Or are they still wage slaves making Cleetus wealthy?
Didn't realize how much the glassy water affects take-off and landing. Cool insight , and thanks for the aerial tour!
This is actually a problem from the earliest days of aviation. They built floatplanes, but couldn't get them to take off. Finally somebody had a little step on the bottom that allowed them to break the surface tension. Even the big flying boats (Catalinas, Martin Mars, etc.) had them. You can see the little one on the Cub's float between the struts that attach to the body.
Thanks for allowing the 99.9% of your fans that respect you and won’t trespass to get an insider view of the amazing property. Sucks that the .1% always seem to ruin things. Keep on keeping on brother!
It is even fewer than that. More like .0001%. Can't believe someone with a pilots license did this. Trespassing with an airplane !
@@mrwilson7617 its not illegal to land your plane at a registered airstrip its just considered rude depending on the situation. most registered airstrips welcome pilots and have many amenities from fuel to free loaner cars
@@imchris5000 Thats not what Cleetus said about his airstrip.
@@mrwilson7617 the FAA supersedes what cleetus says
@@imchris5000 It is HIS airfield and he says it's restricted.
Should incorporate a "control tower" in your house. Would be a sweet hangout 😎👍🏼
Those trees are helping keep crosswinds in check on the runway.
Crosswinds are definitely an enemy to small aircraft. When I was in training I almost lost it doing a touch and go because of strong crosswinds
Very cool ! Years ago i lived on a grass strip in Estero. I spent many happy hours mowing the strip, flying all over in the area and just enjoying life . I am happy for you being able to experience this ...
You should take those old trusses and build a little shelter by your lake. Have a picnic area and a dock. Be a great place to hang out.
Might be able to use them for the bridge too. Plenty of steel there.
It’s crazy to see how far cleet has came and how much the whole company and channel grew so fast . Cleet hasn’t changed one bit , content has always only increased in every way.
I'm thinking the same. Great to see people succeed. Gotta take those chances in life!
This guy is literally showing you where his personal house and family are located, and sharing the process....gosh darn it have some respect, and patience, not many people in this world will actively let others into this space. Just wait for an invitation, it'll be soooo much better.
For real! This is going to be this man's home. Some people have no shame.
That place is a total vibe. My Grandpa used to fly a Cessna 140 and would fly under our local bridge (it's about 80ft above the water) and land in his fields and whatnot. I've been wanting to get my pilots license for a long time, and you're inspiring the crap out of me right now. I love seeing you live out your dreams, this is so awesome!!
I love watching as Cleetus just continues to build an incredible dream life, all starting from videos of exhaust whistles on a corvette 😂 It's inspiring.
In just a few short years !
It really is. Amazing how he took the chance and dropped out of school and now he's building a freaking empire with his team. Just goes to show if you're willing to work hard and believe in yourself you can accomplish anything.
The fact that cleet has to tell people not to land there without asking is crazy. He had to come to his brand new place all jacked up.
lmao I'm imagining the cows are the ultimate source of plane knowledge, they probably know every model that hits that runway like "yeah Chuck that's another one of them Carbon cubs, wish I could fit in one of them"
This comment wins this is amazing I’m literally crying 😂
Yeah, except that if I had to put money on a random person correctly guessing a single engine prop plane model, a cub would be one of the two easiest to guess, along with a Cessna 172. They’re basically the ford fusions of the aviation world.
I think "Chuck" is more of a steer name. ;)
"yeah Chuck that's another one of them Carbon cubs, wish I could fit in one of them" If you want to be a leather seat cover, we can arrange that.
You’re a classy guy. A lot of people would not have handled the landing strip thing as gracefully as you did. Best to ya!
Bringing sprint jet boat racing to Florida! That lake is perfect for some jet boat action!
I bet you it's that.
One word. Alligators!
If you have an airport just down the road from the race track, then how can a neighborhood bark about noise? I’m thinking that’s two feet on a tombstone for a lawyer to think about. But un authorized landings equal drug drops for police activities.
Im sure Finnegan would make a test rip
I said the same thing until he showed it up close, it's way too deep and i highly doubt the people building houses on the lake would want it.
Boundaries people. Respect them.
Jeremy Clarkson just built a new house for his family and described in UK newspaper how he has seen random people just wander in to take a look at his living room like it's some kind of public space. Another time some guy just sat in the kitchen like it was his, and one time JC's girlfriend Lisa found someone in their house. Some people are just stupid and somehow think they can enter the house because owner is well known...unbelievably idiotic thinking.
So happy for this feller. I should be jealous but I’m not. I’m actually happy to see him and his family acquire this life. It’s so cool he shares it with us. 😇
Hey Cleetus!
I just started watching your stuff recently. My first comment here. Dang dude! The airport project has me stoked!! What an absolute dream! Like many, many pilots, I'm yet another who has dreamed my whole life of living on an airstrip. You are doing it brother! So very cool! I am really, sincerely, very happy for you for being able to make it happen. It honestly makes me giddy that you are actually doing it! I'm working on finishing up a Corvair powered Zenith Zodiac 601HDS. When it's done and you are ready for visitors, I will definitely be dropping in!!!
One thing, I'm sure you've thought it through, but why not build your house on the lake? With ready access to the runway, that would be the ultimate in my book.
In any case, congrats my friend and God bless!
Dan Philgreen
Fort Myers
So stoked for you Cleet, you are living your dream life with your family and friends. You've busted your ass, taken huge risks and now you're reaping the rewards. Couldn't have happened to a better dude 🙏I hope you are going to keep all the cows out there and enough room for them to roam happily.
If you want to build a bridge those rusty but still solid steel girders could come in handy... just a thought.
Not for a bridge for planes tho haha
@@sheldongoossen9771There won't be a single bridge for planes, only vehicles.
You can’t help but to love Cleeter, come on guys, show some respect to the guy and be cool with his stuff.
Hey Cleet, as a safety specialist i would really suggest you put your headrest a few inches up higher. Believe me, in a crash having it so low can cause your neck to snap.
Living on the edge, but do it smart😅
Are you suggesting putting the headrest up higher, above the head, will cause it to act like a rollbar in a rollover?
@@SportbikerNZ no. Having it low like that allows Cleets head to go back too far and cause severe whiplash or a broken spine.
You should use those rusty trusses to build the bridge from the lake to the airstrip! Think how cool a miniature truss bridge would be to span that crossing!
George is one of the best additions the channel has ever had
Trusses should be fine unless you notice heavy rust/flaking. Get them primed again. Call Palm Beach Ironworks. We'll come build you a hanger🤙💪
Listening to cleet describe everything while he was driving instantly reminded me of the step brothers movie while they're thinking about all the things they can do to their bedroom. Happy for your success and cheers to much more
Those trusses would work out really well for an open air covered area to temporarily Park planes or for when you have parties. There could be a nice place to set up. You might not be able to get them rated again to use for storage enclosed and all that, but for uses only when you know the weather and such should be able to use them safely!
My 5 year old always says "well well brother welcome to the Cleetus McFarland UA-cam channel" side note. Im glad Cleetus made it. He just feels like a friend. Good job buddy
I could watch a video EVERYDAY of the year from Cleet
Yes! We need a Year of Freedom 🎉
A year of freedom is needed
Fr bro
The kinda energy to trespass onto a private airstrip
Yes. A year of Freedom is so needed
You're a very blessed young man Cleet, and a testament to the value of hardwork, good decisions and a good heart.
George gives these videos an extra bit of freedom and energy.
It’s about respect! Cleetus share’s a lot of personal information with us and really sometimes shares too much at times. Give the man, his family and his employees privacy and respect. Landing on an airfield without permission and following people through a gate is just messed up. I can see pulling up to the gate and snapping a picture or two, but respect the boundaries. They’ve really opened their places and lives up to us, and if it get’s too crazy, they could easily shut the door to everyone, other than events. Enjoy the video’s and let them be. If you see them out and about, give them a wave and carry on.
i know if i ever find my way to florida america and events were currently running i'd get myself a photo from the road near the helmet ate the race track and the sign at the airfeild but i wouldn't dream of actually going in and be delusional enough to think hey if anyone here they're gonna wanna talk to me.
Hey Squirrell : Deer can jump over that little fence easily... An 8' fence is minimum needed to keep them out. Love the airport - congrats guys, you all deserve it. Keep up the great work!
That is a great suggestion.
Month of freedom let’s go My son and I both have a birthday this month a day apart he is 3 and loves watching you
Dang that’s crazy because my son and I share a birthday this month one day apart mines the 30th his is the 31st
Happy early birthday gentleman... I too share a bday in the month of freedom... Yesterday to be exact. The big 40!
Happy birthday dad and son. Hope it a great one for both of you.
One of my boys (all three of us watch) turns 6 this month as well.
Happy birthday, Month of Freedom folks!
Happy bday yall .. mine was the 11th
It’s really cool to watch a guy start off the way Ol Cleet did, become bigger on UA-cam and continue to do things he loves! Helllllll yeahhhhh brotherrrrrrrrrrr
I love how we call him '''Ol Cleeter'' He's 29 ! I got t-shirts older than Cleetus.
The way Cleet shares his private life is wild. His unique character makes me never jealous and always happy for his success and achievements. Im sure i speak for others when i say we don’t begrudge him a single purchase or experience.
Borderline bot comment lmao
@@A-A-RonDavis2470 im just old dude. I love cleeter
@@A-A-RonDavis2470 when you are in your 40’s its sometimes a struggle to keep envy and jealousy at bay. What im saying is it’s not an effort with cleeter
Squirrel: BETSYY!!
Betsy: WASSUP SQUIRREL!!! 🐮
I WAS COMING HERE TO SAY THIS! THANK YOU, FRIEND!
Being an all around gear head I love all mechanical means of transportation! I have to say I never took your channel too seriously but your aviation content is on point and now has my full attention all around!
The Lawn care guy is going to love you 😂
Fantastic Cleet......
Thanks for taking us all on the journey.........
I’m so happy for you Garret you work so hard for your family and audience. I hope those few weirdo’s don’t ruin it for you and respect your families privacy.
Garret, you have come a very long way. I've watched from the very beginning and I have never been more proud of some random guy on the internet. well done man, you were the push I needed to get into aviation oddly enough.
Don't forget this legend has got a top fuel rail coming from Australia too. Unbelievable live action.
Damn I forgot about that entirely
Can’t wait. Love the race car content
I'm honestly not sure what the hell he's even going to be able to do with it. The NHRA is on record, they won't in any way support or allow a multi-seat Fuel car to make a pass because there aren't any specs that exist(SFI chassis specs, when you hear about a "25.2 chassis" or whatever, 25.2 is the SFI spec that that chassis is built to; these specs are for safety obviously) to build one to. That means no BMP because they're an NHRA track and would get in some big crap over it, potentially lose their NHRA membership. They already suspended Larry Dixon for running his 2 seat Fuel car without approval(and he lost the lawsuit too).
So, quite the "interesting" gift, a potentially completely useless Top Fuel dragster(and, TBH, I can't even imagine how much the running costs would eat into their income, these things are so expensive to run)
@@RyTrapp0 I don't think it would be tuned to run hard, and wear out parts, but a regional track would allow exhibition runs maybe.
@@tezzrterry7485 The other issue is that Cleet has an NHRA license that he needs to run basically single digit ETs at NHRA tracks(let alone 6s, and now with the goal of 5s). They could pull his license for running the 2 seater *anywhere* - just like they did originally to the Street Outlaws guys for their street racing. Maybe "he could sue over that!!!", but I seriously doubt he would want to spend the kind of money it would take to fight the NHRA(nevermind the fact that, even if you win, you probably aren't going to have the best relationship with them after that).
The NHRA sucks and it sucks that they suck. But that is absolutely the kind of things they do.
There was a time when Interstate 5 in California had a bridge wash out. 5 is mega important here, so it couldn't be down for long. They brought in RR flatcars to span the creek, and they carried thousands of cars and trucks a day until the new bridge was built.
Month Of Freedom is one of the best birthday presents every year
Aviator cows?! 🤣 Those trusses look fine for using on your personal hanger. You could use those trusses to span the ditch over to the lakeside property! I can't wait to what the future hold for the Bald Eagle Airfield!
Agreed, trusses are pretty much indestructible. If they was laying down in the dirt and mud I would say maybe not, but being stored in a upright position likely as strong as the day they was built.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MOST TREES POSSIBLE ON YOUR LAND!
So amazing! My thought for all the extra land is a place for people to stay while visiting. There is not very many options in that area for hotels that are close so maybe some tiny houses you can use for short term rentals. My family would absolutely love to stay so close next time we visit the Freedom Factory
The fewer right angles on exterior of a house the less the cost. Heavy D’s exterior has a lot of right angles. Put your money into a hurricane tolerant house as opposed to cosmetics. Congratulations on this new property!
huh? are you telling him to build a circle house?
Lol what are you talking about?
Corners are Corners whether they are 45° or 22.5°
The process of siding, roofing, framing, and guttering is the same no matter if it's a right angle or not.
Cost comes from square footage and material cost and time to complete.
Past that comes any structural engineering for things like underground garages and stuff.
Corners don't inherently add cost, they potentially add time, with time comes cost.
@@asylumental pretty sure his point wasn't that exactly 45 degree angles cost the most lol... the point is, more angles = more time = more money
As a pilot I expect more of other pilots. They should know better and should understand better than anyone WHY you don’t go uninvited to a grass field. Pilots are known as people who respect the rules of the air and property rights, so to hear of this is very sad. I expect more from our less-wise compatriots.
I would, too you know Garrett has already let people know there is a time and place for things, and some just don't get it
Im not a pilot but i was thinking the same thing. A pilots license isnt cheap and neither are planes so most pilots should have a little more respect when it comes to these things because of all the time and money they have invested in it. Its a little different when you take a random fan with a clapped out junker hotrod car with a worn out 350 that wants to take his ride and cruise by the FF or even try to drive by Cleeters house, they arent expected to have any dang respect but a pilot doing this, is just goofy.
Perhaps it was for nefarious reasons
That was the biggest shock to me. Out of any community if interacted with I expect the highest standards of respect from anyone at the controls of a airplane. Unbelievable
@@Original22 most likely it was just semi local guys that thought Cleetus wouldnt mind and they maybe didnt realize how fragile grass runways are. Younger pilots i would imagine. I just hope they watch this and realize that it doesnt need to be done again. Some nice clear security cameras to capture tail numbers might get their attention too.
Brother that property you bought before the runway is so badass can’t wait to see what you do for a bridge
To signify the runway is closed, place big "X"s at either end ot the runway where the numbers would be on a paved strip. These should be large enough to be seen from pattern altitude. Anyone ignoring these signals can then be held liable for trust pass.
That and park a old junker of a car smack dab in the middle of the runway painted bright white, and when you are flying out just move it back and forth, then they cant land or do touch and gos, and whole lot nicer than just a cable strung across the runway, probably little less liability that way too!
Video cameras galore. Enjoy dealing with the FAA.
Honestly I don’t even think it’s an FAA issue. The FAA controls airspace. The airport surface area is private property. It would be a local municipality issue, and the charge would be trespassing. It’s the same idea as if you landed a helicopter on someone’s property without permission and they filed a complaint. The FAA has nothing to do with that unless the act of landing itself was unsafe for whatever reason. Otherwise no FAA violation has been made.
@@VictoryAviation As cleet mentioned, its a Private Airfield and is restricted per the FAA, you have to have authorization to land. I am no Pilot and certainly by no means a guru in Laws and Regs of Aviation, but from the sounds of it, the FAA would certainly get in touch with people who conduct Unauthorized Landings at a restricted Airfield.
@@VictoryAviationthis is also a registered runway though just not private property landing strip. I have a good feeling if you just randomly landed on a classified runway the FAA can give violations.
@@VictoryAviationif a pilot violates FAA regulations and lands on a controlled runway without authorization he/she can have their FAA pilots license revoked.
@@aaronermis4082 I completely agree. That’s because they clearly broke FAA regulation, as you stated.
Which FAA regulation states that landing on a private airport runway without permission is against regulation? Honest question.
Freedom factory 2.0 on this land! Drag strip oval track jet boat racing all of it and the airport 💪🏻🔥🔥🔥
I like how cleet is saying “idk when we’ll have a 30 foot boat on this lake” while his brother is building a 30 foot long boat lol
That why he say that cuz they are get use the boat in the lake
I have never been so excited to live vicariously through someone else as this channel ever since the race track purchase and now the airport purchase and the lake access and bridge and I just get so excited! you are an awesome American
Congratulations brother!!!!! The water excites me!!!!
Hard work pays off. Respect Cleetus. You deserve it.
I love how your videos/you make us feel like we are ALL your best friends! 👍👍
That's what makes people think they can just show up uninvited to someone's place
That's the sort of parasocial thing that lets people think it is ok to just show up on random days trying to enter the freedom factory or land on the airstrip.
He has an awesome demeanor.
Building a bridge is easy. For Irrigation you should go with the big guns we used then in horse arena watering they cover a ton of area. Cleetus you should see about top dressing the air field and putting in good irrigation if you need help with it my good buddy owns ESI Equestrian Services International and speclize in grass polo field’s and grass fields and horse arenas and can take care of getting that run way back green
I like that you're thinking about your pops and bro living on your property.
Grouping family together should be the last thing you'd do lol.
Use the trusses from the unbuilt airplane hanger for the bridge supports.... This is sick brother!
Please do a build/video log, maybe on a 2nd channel, of the house building process. Being able to watch it from start to finish is awesome.
I look forward to flying out here (with permission) when I get my pilot license, your channel helped inspire me to continue chasing my dreams and get flying.
your braver than me telling people that i was going to live on the airfield especially with the problems you already have with trespassers. kudos to you
That should've been a red flag. Now he'll definitely have people come in and land right next to his house and do whatever. Made his family more vulnerable.
Cleet, I built that solar farm right next to Bald Eagle Airfield! Hope its not too blinding for your approaches!
You're gonna have to see whats faster for you to commute to the FF, carbon cub or the supra! battle of land vs air!
He done said 6 mins in carbon cub and 3½ mins in supra lol
@@Lifewiththeredmons they gotta throw those lab coats back on and do some science testing to make sure!!
@@platinumtoast yes we need some McFarland science episodes been a minute
Only one involves a pit stop in jail.
The fact that you want your dad or brother to live on your land with you is awesome I hope for you they take you up on that. Quality family is great
Dude you should build your house between the lake and run way! There’s lots of people that have houses on a lake, and people that have houses next to their private run way, but there can’t be many people that have a airport on one side of there house and a 100 acre lake on the other side. You wanna go flying, just head out the front door. You wanna go to the lake, head out the back door.
cleetus mcfarland youtube channel has thee best content on youtube right now i dont care WHO YOU ARE BROTHER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
People are gonna learn quick not to mess with cleet when it comes to flying. The FAA dont mess around.
also cleet has money for bald eagle AA guns.
It’s a local law enforcement issue, which is “trespassing”, not necessarily an FAA issue. Though I’m sure the FAA wouldn’t be happy about it, there’s not really any FAA regulation that’s been broken per se.
It’s not cool for people to do either way. I’ve never landed on a restricted runway. It’s not my property to do so.
@@VictoryAviation Unauthorized landing at a private airport isn't a pilot violation with the FAA? Serious question.
He could mount a minigun under the Piper Cub and turn it into Nick Rye's plane from Far Cry 5. That'll intercept some "Peggies."
Wpuld make the cub go faster in reverse than forwards@@CaseyCollier
Seems like you're on the right page but you do have some things wrong it could be taken up with a local authorities as a trespassing but when it's a restricted airfield and somebody lands on that their breaking FAA rules and regulations and the FAA would get involved And if they find who the pilot was that landed there without permission it's very possible that they would pull their license maybe not permanently but for a certain amount of time@@VictoryAviation
McFarland. Your attitude kicks ass. Awesome for someone to take a chill approach with non authorized people on your strip. Im new to your channel but like the content. Be safe cool man
Some landscaping and bridge building content would be insanely cool can't wait
Think you need to get some Bofors 40mm Ack-Ack Cleetus.... 😁
Cleet is just a master in anything with an engine. What a guy!
Floats are cool but I definitely preferred that the original way in STOL format
I like the STOL setup as well, however I think we've seen it more consistently since the float modification though. Seems more useful for Florida but less atheistically pleasing, I will agree.
I prefer the STOL as well, but I understand that living in Florida the floats are just so dang handy :)
Absolutely floats are more useful in FL I definitely get it. and I definitely like that we’re seeing it more so I’m not complaining just a personal opinion aesthetically mostly
@@sharktopus88 oh I'm not disagreeing in any way, I promise. The cub looks kind of... I don't know how to say it without it coming off rudely, but it looks a little bland with all the extra yellow. Maybe some extra graphics would help atheistically?
I much prefer the STOL setup but totally understand the usefulness of the floats. Doesn't mean I don't think they look funny 😂
@@goosenotmaverick1156 for sure haha we’re definitely on the same page.
Take note of Cody's driveway. There's a reason he posts those signs. Thank you for the tour Cleet and Squirrel!
Train the cows to attack all unauthorized landings. Betsy looked almost ready to go.