Man im so excited i think i found my passion. I flew a plane for the first time yesterday and i am hooked! It’s really cool how you can just go anywhere you want land anywhere you want…im inspired dude. Im flying again in a couple of weeks, i might just go for my license

Matt makes it all look very easy but he is an experienced and very professional pilot. Even so, he started in a small Cessna like the rest of us and I think flying will probably be the best thing you will ever do. I only wish I had started twenty years earlier. It would have been worth some sacrifices. One thing I definitely learned. If you wait until you are sure you can afford it you will never do it. My three companions when I learned to fly were the chairman of a huge company, a 17 year old student scratching money from from casual jobs and a driving instructor who could only afford half an hour's tuition a fortnight. But we all got there.

Priorities.... you make your mind up as to what you want to do! I have owned three aircraft and the current plane I have had for 24 years. But my house is only a two bedroom cottage.... and I couldn't be happier!

First step: Get a whole lot of extra money.

Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right - Henry Ford

I think what Matt is suggesting, perhaps you can afford flying but their are tradeoffs. I loved flying and took on two partners to lower the yearly costs of ownership. If you fly less than 100 hours a year its cheaper to rent but scheduling isn't easy. Between annual, insurance, tie down and reserve for maintenance the cost was $3500 for the plane to sit there every year without any flying. The cost become lower the more you fly every year. It's all about priorities and passion. If you really want to fly GA you will find a way. I did for 41 years. Still love every minute.

Microsoft flight simulator 2020 is the closest I'm getting to this!

Matt, Just wanted to let you know how great it is to see a new generation sharing the passion of aviation. I started flying at 17 and was active for 35 years, (now 62) had several airplanes, and held a CFI, my favorite was my Cessna 182. You Sir are spot on about goals. People who not set goals and work toward them see us who do as some how cheating. I did not come from a wealthy family and had a career as a first responder. All one needs to do is set priorities and goal and work.

Hey Matt.. Have been meaning to write you a few lines for a while. Just wanting to thank you sincerely for your channel and for you sharing your aviation adventures and knowledge with everyone. It must take a lot of time sourcing the content, editing and uploading etc etc and it is appreciated a lot. If it wasn't for you sharing, many/most of us would simply never get to see and learn so many interesting things related to aviation. Your a good guy Matt, an awesome pilot and I like mostly spending many hours flying around with you in 367HP. Cheers...ps..just learnt about patreon.

Here’s how you actually afford a plane: -Go to school and study something like engineering and you’ll start at around 55-70k a year -save up for a couple years then buy a small plane for around 40k (Matt’s bonanza is at least 300k or more with all those avionics) -Or get lucky and start a business and get really wealthy Absolutely no way Matt afforded a bonanza by not having a car or living cheaply, unless he has a very lucrative business (which he may have). The bonanza is probably sponsored by a few companies or family, which isn’t a bad thing. It’s unrealistic to say you save money by flying a bonanza around instead of going through the airlines. Remember, a new bonanza goes for 600k or more. Matt’s is probably over half that. Anyway, your videos are great Matt. I really do love that you promote General Aviation. Too bad it’s so expensive.

whatever you do, GO POOP BEFORE YOU FLY.

I just realized I spent as much on my gun hobby that it would take to get lessons. Your channel is really inspiring and this is what I want to do next.

"How do I afford this?".... "I make a TODO list"... I think you missed some steps in there. I think what people are asking is more like "what do you do for a living to allow you to afford a 200,000 dollar airplane and maintain and fly it everywhere." Especially because you are so young people are curious.

"Always make sure you have fuel" I can confirm. This is good advice.

haha that re-route... Nah I'll just cancel and go VFR lol awesome video Matt

The best description of general aviation I've seen so far is the guy who said "It's an expensive toy that MIGHT get you somewhere you need to be." He also said something along the lines of "The most deadly words in general aviation are "I'll see you there on the 5th at 10AM.'"

Step 1: Accumulate money Step 2: Spend it Step 3: “ Step 4: “ Step 5: “

Another amazing insight and incredible self flying adventures. Love the "increase productivity" and "...discipline and drive to make it work..." That's where I am at at present - consistently doing the small things daily to make it happen!!

I'm 52 and I know that at your age I never would have had the confidence to do what you have achieved. Well done and I look forward to the next video 👍

Totally agree, my brother and I are partners in a Cessna 150 to build time and train. We commuted to college instead of dorms, drove older cars, but could easily afford to own our own airplane to meet our mission. It took sacrifice and focus but is absolutely the best way to get a start in an aviation career. Now I’m instructing and it’s starting to pay for itself. Would not have been possible for me had I only rented, not a fan of massive debt for a very volatile industry. Now with the talk of LSA weight increases, hopefully C150 values go up and we get our investment out of it after our mission is complete. If you do it right, surprise costs like maintenance aren’t a huge deal. We put a new engine in when we bought it, we made sure in the buying process we could buy it right and this was made possible by relationships at our local airport. 10/10 would recommend 👍🏻 great videos Matt!

Ha, nice little 210 dig for JP in there! Nice video. I sold my car and got my Ercoupe, the dream of flight is possible!

I usually enjoy your vids Matt but this one has a real patronising tone to it. Recreational flying is, and really always has been, a very expensive pursuit out of reach of most average people. You’ve not mentioned how you acquired your aircraft or even what it cost but I’d hazard a guess that it is financed or was purchased with help from the Bank of Mum & Dad. Getting the capital alone is not feasible for the vast majority of people, let alone paying the ongoing costs. Whilst your lifestyle at the moment - young, unmarried, no dependents, presumably a good income - makes it much easier, you might be surprised how much more challenging it becomes as you mature and grow older. Anyway, I hope you don’t take this the wrong way, but a little bit of perspective in your video may have been preferable to making sweeping statements.

Thanks Matt for the inspirational message. Lot of people don't know that if you put enough effort into something one can do just about anything.

Hold on, are you actually saying that making a to-do list and having a 'slightly less nice apartment' is all it takes to go on pleasure flights all the time? Come on Matt, admit that you completely dodged the question here... It's definitely not 'super cheap to go fly around', that's just not reality.

Another great video Matt. You and some of the other aviation youtubers like s1k and Niko's wings have inspired me to get back up in the air after many years. Now I'm looking to buy my first airplane and it seems like an overwhelming task. Hopefully I can find one that I can afford to operate and still go on some adventures like the ones in your videos. Thanks again for the inspiration!

Hey Matt! I'm actually one of the ones that lives in Northwest Indiana! I can't say you're entirely wrong--there is a lot of industry here and I myself always allude to the fact that these industries have a negative effect on our environment, but if you come visit one day, you'll be pleasantly surprised! We have a beautiful national lakeshore, the Indiana Dunes, some really amazing nature and wetlands areas, really cool historic towns and cities scattered throughout! Hope you'll stop by one day and visit! I'd love to show you around! Cheers man!

I think what you are doing is awesome! Being early 50's now, and seeing how much $ I have wasted on cars, rent and commercial travel, I think I likely could have paid for my own PP cert. and maybe even a fractional pship in a 210 or something. Another way to save some $ w/b to participate in the annual yourself via the Bonanza Society. There's a KZfaq story about that which is cool. Looks like a fair amount of work, to be honest, but it would be a great way to learn more about the Bonanza's systems. Cheers!

Step 1. Have a good paying job Step 2. Have plenty of free time from said job The truth is flying just isn’t feasible for a lot of people. Now I agree it isn’t technically a “rich mans sport” but it sure is mostly played by them.

Remember Meigs field? I used to practice closed traffic on Microsoft Flight Simulator so many years ago. Hahaha.

Step 1: be rich Step 2: spend lots of money Step 3: keep spending money

My dad was able to afford getting his license and flying on a modest budget. He had one third ownership of his plane. You have to coordinate but if you have a partner or two or more, you can split the costs of everything but fuel and it starts to look more manageable. And then the plane gets more regular use as well.

He is telling the truth. I'm taking lessons for my Light Sport Pilot Cert. I'm already looking at and pricing Ultralight Sport trikes.

I say to you...good job! Enjoyed your video and I can say that you have a great attitude about life goals and how you can accomplish them. You are on top of your flying, lots of work...yes, but goes to show it can be done if you want it bad enough. Thanks...enjoyed lots.

*MATT ALWAYS DOING SMOOTHS LANDS*

I like that you answered the question, stating that priorities and decision making are the biggest influencers to the ability to fly, yet so many just scream "Be Rich!" in the comments. Yes there is a lower limit to the costs of flying that will be too much to some, but I would hedge a bet that that number is much lower than most of the naysayers on here realize. This is coming from one of those people Matt talked about who give up on the To-Do list way too much. And this is an opinion on GA in North America where the barrier to entry is much lower than the rest of the world.

what a great young man. Really like his approach and humble ways. I salute him.

Hey Matt, enjoy watching your channel. Never really thought i'd be into watching an aviation channel. Spectacular editing and great vids. Question for you. Not sure if you have covered it in a separate video, but how cost effective is it to actually own your own airplane? As in, cost of your plane? monthly payments in the hangar? gas? maintenance?

4:43 did someone say mayday or am i dumb?

If i not missed the all thing, the key point of what Matt Guthmiller say to us (and I do not try to interpretating him, just be sensible to the emotions he express), is fulfill your soul what it matters. Focus in the means and its sources (always far from us), take us to frustration and give us pain. The point it is not if we have an airplane or have money to do that, Guthmiller (and other guys) can do that, and I am not annoying about it. I will never fly by myself (a dream of my chilhood), or drive a racer car. I even do not own a car. But I discover peace in the mountains, freedom in the forest and affection in my Golden Retriever. That is enough for me. It is what you feel, with greater adventures or in the small things. Always surpassing our limits. And thats is what Matt Guthmiller comunícate to us.

I am manifesting & I just told myself “you did it!!!” Some people dream big & it is very possible

Well done Matt. Another super cool video. Always a pleasure flying with you. Look forward to the next set you post.

My concern is how do you avoid collision with other planes flying nearby or coming into your route? How do you control communication with other planes?

I’m an outdoor educator, and I recently published a book called GO! Planning week long trips to month long adventures. Early on I write about the difference between people that make big trips happen - hiking the AT, Kayaking the Inside Passage, etc. - and people that don’t is simply making he decision that you are going to do it. That you are focused on the task and overcoming the hurdles to make that trip happen. You decide you are going to do it, or you’re not. Once the decision is made it isn’t that hard.

I was a little mad at Matt for being able to fly as much as he does and in a cool airplane..then I listened to his talk about how to do it and more specifically how he does it and now I admire him.. Yeah..from jealous to joyous.. Great video!

man that is a sweet ride. all that glass, the leather seats. at least 150K i'm guessing.

Very nice Matt! Great vid as usual, you're a true aviation ambassador! There's always a misconception that you have to be rich to fly. That's far from the truth. Initiative and a "can do" attitude is all it takes. People always say I can't afford the fixed costs........there are fixed costs in everything we do as adults. It's all about managing ones lifestyle choices. Where there is a will there is a way. We'll see ya next time Matt.

Have watched numerous of your videos, but just came across this. What a guide on many levels for folks in life. “Priorities”, and the persistence to enjoy your accomplishments. Yes, many are envious of your experiences, me included, but you really show ways to make it happen. I was blessed to enjoy a lifetime in the aviation world, flying in many spots of the world, and would love your experiences now...Prioritize right! Be safe,and continue to share. 👍😀

it is very efficient use of time to practice kung fu or conducting an imaginary orchestra while also talking to a camera and eating and flying a plane all at once. a true multi tasking.

19:20 "It could even be a 210!" A little dig at JP there:-)

I like your new headrest mount!!! Looking forward to more videos.

I’m training and want my own A36. Going straight to instrument rating. Excited for this extremely valuable business tool.

Matt, there are two kinds of people. Ones that "do" and others that "watch people do". You are a "doer". Watchers will never understand those of us that are doing and always have an excuse, most of the time manifesting as criticism, so they can keep on not doing. keep doing Matt. Ignore the criticism.

Step 1: be rich/have high disposable income/born into a rich family Step 2: learn to fly

TIME vs VALUE: It all depends on what’s important to you...? Flying keeps you sharp and young minded... Flying keeps you healthy by having regular flight physicals thus being on top of blood pressure, diabetes, weight, etc... you can’t be a pilot and have felonies, drunk driving issues, or use poor judgement.... PLUS, there’s the always being around the smartest and like minded awesome friends you’ll have in your life...😎 while giving you something to talk about when you get old and all of your reliable aviation friends hear your flying stories for the tenth time or visa versa...

Thanks Matt for the stating that its all about what you “WANT”... I’m blessed with a wife that encouraged me to take up aviation at 60, as she knew Ive been wanting to get my PPL for years, but put it off for family, she said if you don’t do it now, you never will.... got my Instrument rating at 61, hardest thing Ive ever done... Hard to teach an old dog new tricks - HA! And I decided to do it with a G1000 to boot..... Only regret is I didn’t do it sooner!!!!

Like the layout of your panel - very functional, no clutter etc. Nothing like stopping at a good old airport restaurant even when travelling on ground. Some folks have an apartment in their hanger to optimize finances.

Thanks so much Matt, I've never seen it like that.

this the best series , you should go platinum!

Love your “can do” attitude matt. You’ll be super successful in life

I'm 54 always wanted to fly, but scared I wont pass exams or grasp it....this kid impresses me with his knowledge.

16:10 Matt: Waste money on outdoor stuff, going out Also Matt: Has dinner with girlfriend on the plane

Let's be honest. I have my PPL but this is not the 60s to 80s any more and the income gap has increased as well as purchasing power middle class decreased (which has disappeared largely). I love the "find a way to make it work" but reality for vast Americans is different. Economics have drastically change. I think your financial situation is great that you can afford it but the facts state different for most Americans. Increasd GA cost, regulations of FAA coupled with increased cost of living (healthcare, insurance, taxes etc) all provide a perfect storm for decrease in GA. I don't see it changing for average Americans and sadly airports will be on chopping block as those airports are funded by the taxes off working class that cannot afford to use it. LSAs and experimentals although promising as they are haven't saved GA. Not sure what the answer is but the Vast majority of people I know who own a small plane and actually fly fit in two categories: old men with old planes they have had since 60s or 70s or really rich doctors (surgeons or specialty) or business men. That is about it...I know more who have given up flying due to cost and have planes waiting to be sold or just being ramp queens. GA needs cheap, reliable and economical power plant innovation. Also needs FAA to back off. Yes, safety is important but they are the reason we are all flying 50 year old gas guzzeling planes. A change in economical situation in America to foster middle class would also benefit GA but we have better shot of unicorns coming to life than for that to happen.

Notice he kept saying “speaking engagements and business” when he flew across the world he became famous, lots of sponsors so that sure takes care of flying. Keep going bro, love the videos. If you ever visit the Philippines hit me up, we will share our bus planes and Medical flights with you.

You have just inspired me to literally take logistics directly into my own hands. Which I will. Yes I will be getting my Private Pilots Licence as a hobby.

I like Matt, love the videos. But in no world is flying and owning a Bonanza just as expensive as driving or flying airlines. Hangaring the plane costs 300 a month. 5 to 10 thousand a year for an annual. Plus costs for oil changes, and repairs. Parts for these things are obscenely expensive as well. Did I mention insurance? That’s another 3 to 7k a year.

Effort and priorities are one part of the equation of being able to do something like own and frequently fly your own airplane. The other parts of that equation are priviledges and opportunities.

I have a V35B Bonanza. Affordability: It is expensive, very, not anyone can do it. When engine / prop time out put aside $50k to rebuild/repair/replace items. Hourly rate depends on the following: Insurance ($6k/year), Hangar ($1k/month), 100/hour oil-other ($300) Annual ($2500) Fuel (100/hour). This plane burns using LOP about 12.1g/hour. NOW: I figure to cover the above plus SNAFFU'S that just happen - $400/hour for flying time - enough for all expenses, fuel and reserve for motor/prop.. If I fly 40 hours a month this goes down to $300/hr. Find people who need to travel - I put the plane in a LLC and sold shares - they are investors not owners (really limits liability) but they have a piece of the plane but make no management decisions. When they fly, they pay the hourly rate. If something comes up we all know to pitch in. I do have a guy now who is a red flag and I need to buy back his share. He said he got a private license and then went over and just started flying a twin Cessna 310 which is now good for the junk heap. He got in with us because he wants to use the plane for business in another city doing construction (without letting it be known upfront or we would say no) so be careful who you let in. This plane has to be flow a CERTAIN WAY and no other way. It will break. All pilots must fly this plane by the book. Anything else and the engine can have serious problems when you don't want it, like flying your family over water and the engine starts running rough. So, I pulled the key and no one fly's the plane but me now. SO - as the one responsible for the plane - you are legally, by FAA ruling, to make these type of decisions. I love flying, I do it full time, I don't fly every day but I study / watch / talk about flying every day. It has to do with things like how the weather works, looking in the sky all through the day to see how weather visually trends, attuning my eyes to small movements , and much more - I am teaching myself how all things flying fit together - its a study of nature and natural laws cause if you break one while flying you die, its that simple. I really like how Matt shows you and demonstrates and lets you listen into radio calls and setting the instruments up for each flight. Smart guy and accomplished.

I soloed at Clow in a 140 Cherokee back in 1980. It's one of those gems people fly into on weekends for breakfast or lunch.

Who can teach how to pay my bills and how to afford fly school. I want to go to fly school but is expensive. It’s my passion.

13:13 video start here ;)

Matt you are great.Wish I was as motivated as you.Furthest I got was Winning aerobatic trophys with Rc models when I was 12.That was 30yrs ago?My dad has his licence. But he is now 83.He tells how today there are no private flying clubs out of main Airports?He remembers how you had to know all the radio and stuff.So you could fly with airliners etc.He was one qualification from Airliners.Manchester England.Yes he should of taught me????

KABR - Hangar 9 is my home airport and FBO. I love Aberdeen's airport, we're a little spoiled. It's a beautiful field for a small community!

Dont give in for cheap crap KZfaq music !

He reminds me of the preppies when I grew up during the eighties

Happy Birthday Matt. Just found info on wikipedia about you sir. Blessed with the gift of genius. Pay it Forward if it's in your heart, and I must say, you certainly are committed to people involved in general aviation and provide a great product to benefit many others.

How to afford to fly according to Matt is pretty simple, it's all about priorities! Being a 12 year old genius and monetizing it helps a lot with getting the ball rolling, Matt is a business man, he is making money by flying, when he is flying he is working, flying is his job and he is dedicated to making fun profitable. He is very smart and dedicated guy and I admire him, his drive and his determination. I didn't know Marshall's sold bananas and protein drinks... Keep up the great work Matt!

I MUST HAVE MY OWN PLANE AT HOME NOW :DDD

whoever watches this video give it a thumbs up this guy is awesome huge fan plz make more vids

For your use in the us it totally makes sense to me to own a plane and fly around. For me, ermmm, not so much. As you can drive across the netherlands in 4h orso and shipping those packets would be $15 orso, flying is seen as more of a hobby. The nearest airfield(as the crow flies) requires a 45min boatride. I do really want to get my pilots license at some point tho, it looks so cool!

For me, like most people, flying is just a dream or more precisely a "velleity".... But knowing that aside of the actual cost of buying a plane, there's the additional own it but fly it absolutely 0 hours is £4,000 per annum in hangarage, insurance and compulsory maintenance, and then it's going to cost around £150 an hour in fuel and other costs gives the figure for a budget. Sure - I really can't afford it to any degree; but if I ever do win big on the lottery, I know what I'll be spending the money on learning to do ... and then going seeing the world - I really would love to fly around Europe myself as and when I want, stopping where I might want. What a way to live. Flying 40 hours a month is a cost of £6,000 (for fuels, landings and other using the plane costs), the fixed costs for insurances, etc are going to be ~ £350 a month... £80,000 a year to have that freedom to go anywhere in the world at any time on a whim. I'd definitely think spending a million quid over 5 years, say, would be money very, very, very well spent

If you wear glasses are you allowed to fly? With bad eyes

"How to Fly Your Own Private Airplane"... Very Carefully young man, Very Carefully.

Hey, just watching this before flying my Boeing 747 on American Airlines! Appreciate the help!

Great video Matt. Can't believe all these negatives comments. I have lots of admiration for what you are doing at your young age. Life is for living.

I don't care how you justify it or rationalize it, flying a private plane is never cheaper than flying commercial

HOW ARE YOU SHOWING US HOW TO FLY A PLANE WHEN YOU DIDN'T TELL US HOW TO TURN ON THE AIRPLANE, WHAT BUTTONS TOO PUSH...?????

This guy just randomly picks a place to go to and sets off in his plane. What a life to live

I recently decided to stop flying after 30 years of holding a PPL A ..and for all of these years I have just under 300 hours total time..not a lot of hours considering the years.But all this due to the High cost of flying rented aircraft..Mortgage..marriage ,kid..Bills etc etc..I always dreamed of being able to own my own aircraft..I could have joined a group..but didnt have the money up front to buy a share in an aircraft..I live in the UK which is well know for extortionate prices. when i first started to fly in 1988 the cost per hour was £60 per hour wet..now in 2019..£180 per hour wet..I flew mainly the Robin DR400..lovely aircraft..good luck to this young guy who can afford to fly so many hours at once..Happy landings people..my feet are now firmly on the ground..sad day..as retired..by the way I flew the piper arrow 2/3 Cessna 150/2 Cessna cardinal.RG..Cessna 182..cherokee 140/161.happy days ;-)

Matt I love your flying videos but the advice is pretty patronizing and frankly useless. ‘You just just need to be determined and do it!’ Yes of course, that goes for lots things in life. Your Bonanza with all the avionics costs what $1/3 million? Plus the variable costs. Not everyone can “make it work” perhaps unless they have wealthy parents or are a boy genius like you seem to be. It’s like saying everyone can afford a Ferrari. When you get older perhaps you’ll see this, in the meantime more flying less life advice please.

I have been hearing that "Airports are welfare for the rich" crap for years. What a load of uneducated nonsense.

I grew up going to Clow Intl in Bolingbrook, IL with my dad (born and raised close by) and just stumbled on this video. I think it’s one of your best of the dozen or so I’ve seen, Matt. Really good content. I was looking for info on buying an aircraft lol but this was still relevant! Appreciate the videos you make man and would love to fly with you one day!

Matt, Clow is one of my favorite airports! Spent so much time there with my father, a retired CFI, as a young child. Cool little restaurant too. Hope you enjoyed it!

Had to leave, the music ... STOP!

not a real pilot if you wear gloves for the walk around :P

I'm so pleased watching this, it's a dream to one day fly

"Just remember, Its all about these simple things. Its not as hard as it seems. Its just takes the work and determination to stick with the small things to get it done. " It's all about priorities nothing else.😊

This guy makes no sense whatsoever

i fly my columbia 400 about 150 hours per year. biggest thrill so far was being at 21,000 feet going 350mph and having a controller call me out as a Citation. the airplane costs about 1000/wk including everything. high performance turbo charged airplanes can be expensive and you have to be prepared for repairs that can cost stupid money.... just the way it is. airplane ownership has never been cheap. in the late 70's, plenty of airplanes were going out the door costing 40K. at the same time, a nice 3 bedroom house in the northeast also cost about 40K. that ratio is worse now i'm sure. warren buffett and his wife named their first airplane "Indefensible". but they still kept it... if flying is in your blood, you will find a way. renting might seem expensive, but it is a way to keep the cost of flying a "known" number...

I commend you for following your dreams and then figuring out how to make a living while doing it. Another great video!

Apt flight school got me flying in 3 months with my ppl and instrument rateing training me on 172 Cessna cost me $12500 But I had a great teacher. I learn alot thank you apt flight school will be flying a bush plane for Alaska taxi in March 2020 .