Commercial A&P here, this is definitely my new favorite channel. That 310 looks like an absolute basket case, terrible idea for sure... which is exactly why you should do it. That is the kind of wild ride you can sell tickets too! I'll be waiting for the "Save the 310" t-shirts to hit the market so we can all help fund this bankruptcy in progress.

There's good news and bad news, Jimmy. The good news. The gas cap is perfect. The bad news. We have to replace everything else.

This is some of the finest aviation KZfaq content available. Keep it coming Jimmy!

This is my favorite series on YT right now

"If there's anybody, that knows how to extort money from people? It's this guy... *ring-ring* Yeah, hi! Can I speak to Pastor Jim please?" Dude, that was brilliant!

Great story. Save the 310. My father rebuilt a 1948 Stinson 108-3 many years ago. Was a disassembled wreak , turned out to be a fabulous airplane. Once you are done with the 310 it will be worth well north of 50k with everything checked out and documented. I chartered a 310 over Lake Michigan many times. Really nice and useful airplane.

What could possibly go wrong with an aircraft whose air worthiness certificate looks like the dead sea scroll's.

I am sure that you will be able to get the finds to do the 310, even if it sits for a while. You have already trucked it down, follow through with it. You know you want to see it back in the air,and we all do to. Do it!!!

Jimmy, because of your exuberance with your aircraft adventures & associated costs, I figured out the translation or meaning of AIRCRAFT: Always Injecting Reserve Cash Regularly At Frequent Thousands. Sort of like BOAT: Break Out Another Thousand? Great videos BTW!

Jimmy, these numbers are way beyond my scope of understanding. A hope and a prayer are the best I can offer. I think that last phone call is the right path. Can't wait to see how this turns out. Thanks for Sharing!

8 months ago when I stumbled upon your "First start in 23 years" on your Cherokee I knew you were on the right path. that was 100k subscribers ago. Congrats on all the success! you deserve every bit of it! keep up the crazy shenanigans Jimmy!

The kid in me that used to watch Sky King wants to see the 310 fly again. I used to fly my dad's 1972 Cherokee Arrow back in the mid-70's, but had to give up flying when he sold it in 1977. I couldn't afford to fly back when 100LL was $0.86 a gallon. I certainly can't now..

Just about fell out of my chair when I saw "Priebe Prop Shop, Findlay OH". That's where I did almost all of my fixed wing training (private & commercial licenses, rotary & fixed wing). The prop work may have been done by Larry Priebe and/or his son Jim. Sadly the airfield they owned is gone, as is their business. Last time I talked to Jim (about 15 years ago) he was living in Florida. Great videos Jimmy!!

I love this guys shop all packed in with various projects. I prefer this sort of chaos to super clean.

Work on the Aztec and set up a fundraiser for the 310. There are enough nutty old plane fans out there to give you $5 to save it from the scrapyard 😊

We have a local prop shop that does the 500 hour overhaul on those props, we had to do it on our 310 A model a little over a year ago. Save the 310! If not we may be interested in the engines. Let me know if you're interested in the prop overhaul.

Love watching Jimmy's World it's great and sometimes inspiring.

TAS Aviation in Defiance , OH are twin Cessna specialists. That's all they work on. They may be able to help/answer any odd questions as to the direction of your project 310.

This is just insane - love the call to Pastor Jim ;)

I love your enthusiasm to save old planes with your knowledge and how you fix these planes up for the veterans or handicapped people out there. I am an avid fan of your videos and find it funny when you admit you do not know what every part is but always seem to get to the state to clear prop and save most of the planes you get despite constant interference from the FFA stopping you with. One piece of paper. You amaze me on your methods to get these old planes airworthy. The FFA has to realize that if you think the plane wouldn’t fly you. Would risk your life for a video only! Keep on going and clear the props!😊😊❤❤

Never have I seen a channel grow as fast as this one! Been tracking since vinyl applied to the Six. Great stuff!

I was a USAF Security Police Security Specialist stationed at RAF Upper Heyford UK during the shut down, and went to work in Law Enforcement after our mission went away. While working LE, I had the opportunity to work over at RAF Bicester, and watched the RAF glider club take off & land there. They launched via winch attached to the bed of a Bedford truck, that pulled them aloft, then they'd drop the cable nearly over the truck.

Hello from KSRQ, I'm glad I found your channel you have definitely filled a niche among viewers who can't enough aviation content. Thanks!

I say " save the Aztec". Used to see them regularly at my local airport in the 70's 😊

Well like a thousand other people would like to see the 310 rebuilt..but have to agree its a lot of money...so my thought is if you have to do six months of paperwork and deal with the FAA why not make it experimental and do some thinking out of the box, like with the props etc. seems like there is a lot you could do like three-blade composite props, etc.

Your phone call at the end to Pastor Jim was so good. Completely cracked me up.

By all means, I hope you're able to save the 310. I have a warm feeling for it, as it was the first twin I ever flew! But then, that was 1979.

Forget about the 310, it's parts now. The aztruck is the way to go! You got lucky with it if it's as the mechanic says.

Glad to donate (from Australia)....I think you've given us value for money, and I'd like to see the journey continue.

You certainly know how to take on the big challenges Jimmy. Keep it coming, loving every video. Air traffic controller, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.......retired for 5 weeks.......

OMG! You have a mechanic wizard as well!! This is totally Hoovie's Garage but with aircraft!! Luv it!

I'd fix the aztec , sell it and use the money to partially fund the 310. It could be a long term project fueled by patreon donations.

Corrosion can be a real headache. Will continue to follow your thread with interest. It has been a long time (1970's) since I flew a 1956 Cessna 310. The prop issue is a tough one as is the damage done by the mouse factory. Wiring looks rough but anything that old needs new wiring anyway. Yes, airplanes convert money to noise. Twins do it twice as fast....Looks like the Aztec is better than expected. Since you have the "Six" you are familiar with the IO-540 Lycoming.

Try western aircraft propeller they help me with my prop IRAN when every shop turn me down. They gave me good surprise when I was expecting at 32K bill for 2 new prop on my baron B55

Love watching Jimmy's video. It shows you can always have more airplane than money. This guy should be on a comedy show.

I absolutely love the 310. But like most things I love, I could not afford them and now they live with some other guy. Good luck Jimmy!

This stuff is heaps of fun, you're a great loon of a presenter, but it's also really fascinating seeing how you've gone about evaluating your finds and now getting into the real business of getting them airworthy, if possible. Glad I came across your channel!

I love how real he is! Keep killing it mann

Pastor Jim at the end.... Priceless!

Hi, I am from Minn I love to watch your adventures Fixing some of the abandoned airplane and brand it back to life. Keep it up.

Yes finally Jimmy vídeo. Waiting for you man.

Man, I'm glad you posted this... I was afraid she'd done away with you! Forget the 310. Yeah, it's lot more sexy than the Aztec but that Aztec will fly with anything you can close the doors on... and it will haul some ice. I was bringing one back (non-turbo) from the auction at Cape Girardeau many years ago and picked up a load of ice over what passes for the mountains out there. She never blinked... unlike me. Took about a day and a half (OK, probably 20 minutes on a real clock) before ATC could get me lower. All-in-all a good airplane to get your ME and fly your family around in.

The ending has me rolling over in laughter! Great job Jimmy!

Yay, my new favorite channel! Love ya, Jimmy!!!

Keep up the good quality vlog always a pleasure to watch cheers jimmy

310's are beautiful and worth the agony, ordered a hoodie, hope it helps.

There's visible improvement in video quality with every video in this series! Amazing work!

Thank you for this education on aviation inspection.

Great videos, you're a way braver man than I. Been flying 20+ years mostly professionally. I'd love to dive into crazy projects like this, but am too scared. That looked like Seminole Lake Gliderport, got my glider rating there a long time ago, soaring is super fun. Looking forward to your adventures with these airplanes.

You have a good looking aircraft. It looks good fixing it and putting back together to work again. So nice.

Great stuff again, becoming my weekly fix of lunacy..keep it going🙂👍

I remember a cartoon. When I was in the NAV. Posted outside the captain office. It was a 747 landing on an aircraft carrier. It came to stop at the forward cat area, the mast was knocked off the ship and one of the wings. And the pilot, caption read. " I told you I could do it!"

It's super hard to find honest mechanics like this. Especially since even a few small repairs can net them $10,000 - $20,000 easily if they want.

For the people wondering: the beeping sound in the glider is the sound of the electric vario. The faster it beeps the faster you climb. Normally I turn it off during takeoff and landing since it is quite annoying and turn it on when starting to find thermals.

I’m no pilot but I love flying and you’re channel! You always make me smile and laugh!

Love love love your videos. As for choice between the twins….it’s really not the money, it’s all about safety…which twin will be the safest one to fly. If it’s the least expensive so much better.

I love the channel I can’t believe more people aren’t subscribed! You are doing a great job keep it up I love the vids!

The beeping in the glider sounded like the world's worst rave. I would have list min mind. Kudos to you.

What ever the out come, I can’t wait till the next episode 😊

A&P/IA here. I used to maintain an Aztec. Pretty sure there is a 5 year prop AD on Aztec Props….basically disassemble, inspect for corrosion, reseal, reassemble. Btw….that was a 2400 hour airframe in Primo condition and the owner had to give the thing away. No market for twins with $5 fuel and 36 gph fuel burn. Clear Prop x2

Looking forward to the Aztec project. WIth some of the money you save from the 310, you can put an electric trim in the Aztec so you wont need to strech your hand like manually open the sun roof of a car!! No t-shirt for me, just go for the Aztec. I'll be here watching you man! Great channel!!!

The pastor jim part 🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

I've been looking at the Aztec market, and it's a pricey one, but a healthy market. The aircraft themselves are greatly loved by their owners for its comfort and space. Nice big windows for great views, and it's an excellent IFR platform. There really isn't a modern equivalent. Is it impossible to store the 310 until such time as the Piper is sold on? I wouldn't advise you to fly it yourself, as I'm afraid that once you have, you won't want to let go. One thought is that agencies, like the FAA, don't want the hassle of dealing with older aircraft. They're happy putting up all kinds of roadblocks to restoration. It's much easier for them dealing with new aircraft.

Great video again! When I flew in a sailplane the guy let me sit in front and at height fly it. 😃. It was winch launch. Needless to say he did the difficult bits. 😉

Bummed the 310 seems like it's destined to the scrap pile. But, I am excited to see the Aztec flying again. Good luck and keep up the good work!

My first flight in a 310g from Dayton to Sun n Fun. Unforgettable ! Save the 310.

So proud of you ! You're a great and happy man Congratulations Sir Have a good luck

Well Jimmy, I agree the Aztec is worth it. But the 310 is saveable too! I actually like it better than the Aztec. I would consider going ahead with it. Maybe restore it to a point where it can be sold.

So.... The Aztec, stood outside for decades, is rescueable,and the 310, stored inside protected, with practically new(ish.....) engines is a fail, because of two damn propellers? that's.... that's a rollercoaster...:(

I’m kind of a sentimental aircraft guy but if you can get this aircraft flying again I want to see it. Go for it!!!

At 14:00 you're right up my alley brother! Tell SK I said hello!

Scrap the 310, its a bottomless moneypit. I worked in a shop where we tried to talk somebody out of restoring a same vintage 310. He said fix it. One year and $200,000.00 later he had a 310 that was airworthy and worth about $50,000.00! Good luck.

That straight tail 310 is a bit of a rare beast, you could restore it and paint it to represent a U-3 in service with the US military then fly it on the warbird circuit...

Hey I recognize that hanger, Iv actually flown In That piper cub with the floats. He’s a good family friend.

That 310 is a terrible idea... so when is the save the 310 merch dropping? Would definitely support this project. One of the only channels I come back to everyday to look for a new video.

Thank you Jimmy for the entertaining videos.

It's crazy that the 310 isn't worth more in flyable condition! It seems like a nice-looking plane, there seem to be lots of "Sky King" fans who have a soft spot for them, and as you said, there are only like 6 in flyable condition anymore... but it's still only worth $50K? Huh.

Finally. I've been whole week for another video

Cut bait and weigh anchor on the Cessna 310. It is a cool aircraft but old and not feasible to service ($$$$). Friend of mine had and right engine fire while taxing in his 310 A model. You will need to loose (sell) many t-shirts to fund this project. And in the end you will still loose your shirt. Great energy in your channel, enjoy watching you become broke. :)

Pastor Jim 😂😂😂 Dude you’re awesome

Funny in the glider the beeping thought that was your heart rate HAHAHA

i recently stumbled across youre channel and love it jimmy you are the tyler hoover of the aviation industry just please stay safe alright

👍👍👍👍👍 , I like the pastor Jim bit 😆

Pastor Jim is the master.. lol great video

Nice shot at the end! Bullseye!

Bless your heart, 'Pastor Jim'! Lmao Great video, once again!

#Savethe310 ! Love your channel Jim! My thoughts and prayers are with your bank account…. Greetings from Glasgow in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Kudos to you Jimmy for giving the homeless A&P another chance to get his career going again.

Beeping sound in glider would drive me crazy.

Parachute????? I love you dude. 22 secs into this video and this man has me in tears. OK. Now i know. Great edit.

For the 310 magnetos, Check the TCDS, note 13 for eligible magnetos. You can install slick 6310s and others. Education costs money. You can fix the 310 for less than my daughter spent at Columbia. (and she still needs a pilot certificate). Are the engines -Bs or -Ms. Easier to find -M props. Crankshaft dampeners are different. Maybe the crankshafts as well. It sure is hard to believe the Aztruck is more economically viable than the 310.

LMAO that last line was excellent. A jab at the psycho mega millionaire pastors haha.

A possible source is MT Propellers at Canadian Propellor service in Winnipeg Saskatchewan. Seems to be the go to folks for props. In Canada too which means you get 20% dollar exchange. If swapping props anyways what about reversing scimitars?

20:00 that's some mighty expensive fan blades....

Hi Jimmy, enjoy your stuff. Re the FAA certification you'll be fine, they certified the 737-max after all..

If you make a good offer, like 5k or something, they might do the prop inspection. Money moves. Patreon could work, offer some behind the scenes or a live stream on there.

This is my new favorite YT channel!😆

DrPepper, I haven't had that in years haha, great video!😄

Save the 310! Lets all chip-in!!!! AND AT THE END - A RAFFLE FOR HER!!!!!

Love this…I’ve had all these problems and joys.