I get the "automatic rough" thing! Been there and done that! The only time over the water I didn't get it was at night at FL390 when I couldn't see the water! We are looking forward to our next Bahamas trip.
FL390... I'm not getting the Aztec up there. I guess I'll just have to get used to the automatic rough then. It's an acceptable trade to us; the Bahamas never disappoint.
I made my first crossing from HWO thanks to all the UA-cam videos including your prior one. We almost triggered SAR as we flew around prior to landing and took longer than on flight plan. Weather leaving was sketchy but we went around it. Flight took 25min on a piper warrior.
Another great video. Thank you. The reason people get that “automatic rough engine” feeling over the water is because CFI’s train everyone to be paranoid. Safety and preparedness are paramount. We stay alert and we do everything we can, the rest is left to God. You have a great airplane enjoy the ride.
Thank you, and you’re right. That said, I’m thankful to the flight instructors I’ve had. A little paranoia can be a good thing. It’s serious business flying over water. We had an acquaintance with an engine failure in the Bahamas a few weeks ago. He and his family are fine, but unfortunately, the plane was a total loss. Just goes with the territory.
@@DoubleDawgDare Thank God they are all OK. That would definitely be in the back of anyone’s mind. You’re a great pilot keep up the good work and God bless you and your family.
Sic 'em! Woof, Woof, Woof! Same thing here. Higher risk -> heightened awareness. I do the same thing at night and over mountains. It's a funny little mind trick.
awesome video once again ! I like how you talk through some of the aspects of the prep, plan, and procedure. Your video last was very good with the documents but it is good putting in the info as part of the conversation. Ended up with some good shots from tail cam. I liked that of the build up cloud you went right over. Take care and thanks again.
We loved some of the outside shots on this video. The whole flight was gorgeous. We’re glad you enjoyed it, and we’re happy to hear that you find our videos helpful.
Super nice to hear from you. You've got a nice home! We certainly hope that any family you still had on the island made it through the storm. If you'd like to try and meet up, and you're in the Stuart area, reach out through our linked email and we'll see if we can work something out!
Back with you, enjoyed the Bahamas scenery and the cloud surfing. Watched this one on the big screen den tv and the colors were eye popping! Marsh Harbor brings back some pleasant memories, flying in and sailing with some friends of mine for the week. Auto rough is a real thing, happens in offshore sailing too I might add. Fly safe!
We love it when people tell us they watched it on a big screen; it's so much more beautiful that way. I understand what you mean with sailing, as Kelli and I sail a bit as well, with a couple different bareboat charters on sail catamarans. The biggest difference for us, with boating, is that our auto rough on the boats has always been the result of an actually broken boat...
I really must take the family to the Bahamas when I get my medical back and we get back on our feet. You guys make it look so easy. Thanks for taking us on another great adventure!
Ouch. I get it. Cost can be a little easier to fix than some medical problems, though, so at least there's a possible way forward. I've had some friends lose their medical, can't get it back, and can't fly anymore. It's sad when that happens.
This flight reminds me of a conversation I had with a customer who owned a Cherokee Lance and was planning to go to the Bahamas. He was concerned about his single engine and a flight over water. I told him the engine really doesn't care if it is over land or water. I knew it was running fine at the recent annual. BTW Doc, Is that an EPIRB on your shoulder strap?
I would be a bit nervous single engine as I've been through an engine failure before during my private training. It's part of why I fly a twin. I prefer the redundancy, despite the increased complexity. It is an EPIRB on my shoulder; it goes with us on all our flights over water... just in case. Better safe than sorry.
@@DoubleDawgDare I understand 2 two is better than one. But at least you are not behind a pair of "crunchin' metals" as we used to call them at Lycoming.
Hurricane Dorian (and others) really hurt this are of the Bahamas. I can only hope that the already developed infrastructure can be put to good use sometime in the future. Glad you enjoyed the views, and I hope school is treating you well! Keep us posted regarding your progress!
Love the video. Can’t wait to fly there myself.
Thank you, and you should go! We’re rooting for you. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions.
I get the "automatic rough" thing! Been there and done that! The only time over the water I didn't get it was at night at FL390 when I couldn't see the water! We are looking forward to our next Bahamas trip.
FL390... I'm not getting the Aztec up there. I guess I'll just have to get used to the automatic rough then. It's an acceptable trade to us; the Bahamas never disappoint.
I made my first crossing from HWO thanks to all the UA-cam videos including your prior one. We almost triggered SAR as we flew around prior to landing and took longer than on flight plan. Weather leaving was sketchy but we went around it. Flight took 25min on a piper warrior.
Congratulations on the crossing and successful management of the weather concerns! We’re proud of you and we’re glad to hear that our videos helped!
Great footage, love that shot under the plane. Definitely an epic way to travel w the fam 🤙
There’s nothing better! I’m surely fortunate to be able to travel this way with the family along for the adventures!
Another great video. Thank you.
The reason people get that “automatic rough engine” feeling over the water is because CFI’s train everyone to be paranoid. Safety and preparedness are paramount. We stay alert and we do everything we can, the rest is left to God. You have a great airplane enjoy the ride.
Thank you, and you’re right. That said, I’m thankful to the flight instructors I’ve had. A little paranoia can be a good thing. It’s serious business flying over water. We had an acquaintance with an engine failure in the Bahamas a few weeks ago. He and his family are fine, but unfortunately, the plane was a total loss. Just goes with the territory.
@@DoubleDawgDare Thank God they are all OK. That would definitely be in the back of anyone’s mind. You’re a great pilot keep up the good work and God bless you and your family.
Thank you, and best of wishes to you and your family as well!
Go Dawgs! Great video. Certainly get the rough engine once over the water. I hear stuff way more over mountainous terrain and nighttime flying…
Sic 'em! Woof, Woof, Woof!
Same thing here. Higher risk -> heightened awareness. I do the same thing at night and over mountains. It's a funny little mind trick.
awesome video once again ! I like how you talk through some of the aspects of the prep, plan, and procedure. Your video last was very good with the documents but it is good putting in the info as part of the conversation. Ended up with some good shots from tail cam. I liked that of the build up cloud you went right over. Take care and thanks again.
We loved some of the outside shots on this video. The whole flight was gorgeous. We’re glad you enjoyed it, and we’re happy to hear that you find our videos helpful.
You flew to my home! and I train out of Stuart :D!!! hope to meet you one day Dawg.
Super nice to hear from you. You've got a nice home! We certainly hope that any family you still had on the island made it through the storm.
If you'd like to try and meet up, and you're in the Stuart area, reach out through our linked email and we'll see if we can work something out!
Back with you, enjoyed the Bahamas scenery and the cloud surfing. Watched this one on the big screen den tv and the colors were eye popping! Marsh Harbor brings back some pleasant memories, flying in and sailing with some friends of mine for the week. Auto rough is a real thing, happens in offshore sailing too I might add. Fly safe!
We love it when people tell us they watched it on a big screen; it's so much more beautiful that way.
I understand what you mean with sailing, as Kelli and I sail a bit as well, with a couple different bareboat charters on sail catamarans. The biggest difference for us, with boating, is that our auto rough on the boats has always been the result of an actually broken boat...
@@DoubleDawgDare With apologies to “Jaws,” you gotta find a better boat 😜😁! We had those experiences too in 6’-8’ rollers on our Morgan 32.
I really must take the family to the Bahamas when I get my medical back and we get back on our feet. You guys make it look so easy.
Thanks for taking us on another great adventure!
Absolutely, we're happy to have you come along! Done right, it is easy to get there and back. Best of luck with the medical!
@@DoubleDawgDare With the medical, it's not really a luck thing, the cost went up to $200, so it's a $$ thing, lol.
Ouch. I get it. Cost can be a little easier to fix than some medical problems, though, so at least there's a possible way forward. I've had some friends lose their medical, can't get it back, and can't fly anymore. It's sad when that happens.
Your videos never disappoint! Thanks for taking us along!!
Absolutely! We’re happy you enjoy them!
This flight reminds me of a conversation I had with a customer who owned a Cherokee Lance and was planning to go to the Bahamas. He was concerned about his single engine and a flight over water. I told him the engine really doesn't care if it is over land or water. I knew it was running fine at the recent annual. BTW Doc, Is that an EPIRB on your shoulder strap?
I would be a bit nervous single engine as I've been through an engine failure before during my private training. It's part of why I fly a twin. I prefer the redundancy, despite the increased complexity.
It is an EPIRB on my shoulder; it goes with us on all our flights over water... just in case. Better safe than sorry.
@@DoubleDawgDare I understand 2 two is better than one. But at least you are not behind a pair of "crunchin' metals" as we used to call them at Lycoming.
I'd take Lycomings over Continentals any day. I've been behind both... and only the Continental tried to kill me.
Hello are you a Piper or a Cessna?
1979 Turbo Piper Aztec
so many roads and streets on Grand Bahama seemingly to be set up for neighborhoods with no houses - very cool to see from the air. Thanks for sharing!
Hurricane Dorian (and others) really hurt this are of the Bahamas. I can only hope that the already developed infrastructure can be put to good use sometime in the future. Glad you enjoyed the views, and I hope school is treating you well! Keep us posted regarding your progress!