I DON"T LIKE THIS... NOPE... NOT LANDING HERE!!!

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I DON"T LIKE THIS... NOPE... NOT LANDING HERE!!!

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Күн бұрын

Hello there, hope you are well. On this February day my mission was to fly to Rogers, Arkansas to visit a potential business partner. But the weather had other plans for me... This trip was everything and "the kitchen sink"...
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@BaronPilot 5 жыл бұрын

Great Video!! Great use of music! This may be one of your best yet! 👍🏼

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir. Looking forward to your fly-in on May 25th

@sky-11 5 жыл бұрын

i liked the music the cross fire on that last one you did when flying your Barron recently for the engines

@jondavies2144 4 жыл бұрын

I think Dueling Banjos would have a better choice when deciding not to land on that runway.

@bodystomp5302 4 жыл бұрын

"Too risky, can't do it." That's the kind of pilot I want flying the airplane.

@canamm 5 жыл бұрын

"In aviation, you don't have to be anywhere, you just have to be safe". That advice has kept me on the ground and safe more than once. It's great advice.

@bb-bc3zw 3 жыл бұрын

"In aviation, you don't have to be anywhere, you just have to be safe" Those are words every aviator should live by. Wise words Niko.

@bendav 5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure the flight was a bit stressful, but I learned from watching how you handled the weather as well as the last minute airport deviation. The video is also beneficial to remind all pilots (especially us less experienced pilots) that if it doesn't feel right - don't do it! Loved the quote "...in aviation, you never have to be anywhere - you just have to be safe". Thanks for sharing.

@karlsandin4515 5 жыл бұрын

Ben Davis yes sir, if your gut says no, what’s the purpose of pushing it

@adb012 5 жыл бұрын

Or, as they say, "If there is doubt, there is no doubt: don't".

@barrydawson2980 5 жыл бұрын

I know I took one look at the tree line and twitched. And I dont even have a pilots license.

@mjotd8670 5 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best video's yet, in my opinion, the decision making, the actual flying experience you gave us through the very tough weather, the decision NOT to land and to continue, AND the awesome dramatic background music, like from Mission Impossible!...Great flying, great editing!

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated

@VenturiLife 5 жыл бұрын

Love the professionalism of the ATC too. Great aviating . He who flies, and flies away, lives to fly another day.

@captainswjr 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a boat captain, but the same rule applies: If you don't think it's safe, you're right.

@wjatube 5 жыл бұрын

I feel like I needed oxygen watching this flight. The ability for Niko to multi-task in those conditions is something every amateur pilot should admire- especially his decision making ability of safety first.

@georges4562 4 жыл бұрын

“You don’t have to be anywhere, you just have to be safe” I like it 👍👍👍👍

@chesterstewart9098 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I really enjoyed how you showed ATC's willingness to work with you to keep you out of the weather.

@PilotArt 5 жыл бұрын

I like how you brought it to everyone's attention that the on board weather you were using was delayed. People have killed themselves and their passengers thinking that was real time accurate information.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Very true. I love the moving radar on this airplane because it helps me project the weather to where it could be now vs the 20 minute delayed picture, and where it will be by the time I will be in it or next to it by measuring distances

@briancorrell 5 жыл бұрын

"Oxygen helps you live!" I'll remember that! Great video, great info from a fellow pilot 🤙🏻

@Coaljet 5 жыл бұрын

I really like how you talk it all out for us, especially your decisionmaking process. Subscribed.

@smevox7490 5 жыл бұрын

Man, 20 years ago I used to fly with my grandfather. I don't remember all of this communication back in the day. It is really intimidating to someone who might want to learn to fly. These videos are pretty awesome. thank you for them!

@bobmccoy4652 5 жыл бұрын

I like how you never compromise your safety or your airplane's. That's probably why you have the best of everything. another Great Video! thanks, and keep 'em coming!

@ralphnoe7368 5 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Great improvisation in changing flight plan as needed to avoid weather. Thanks for letting us follow as you weighed the pros and cons of course and runways. Keep the wings level!

@grahampowell9684 5 жыл бұрын

Your always so professional, calm and confident...enjoy your videos!

@kestrel5065 5 жыл бұрын

If there's any doubt, there's no doubt!!! One of your best episodes to date. Thanks appreciate it!!

@StefanDrury 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video mate, that had everything. Nicely done through the weather, and great decision at your destination airport. Bet you slept well after that one!

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Stefan my friend, thanks mate! Yes I was relieved to get there for sure!

@theblacktruth 4 жыл бұрын

Niko! great job with the mood changes in the music! You're really upping your production value and story telling with every video. Great work.

@mrbachittarsingh9243 5 жыл бұрын

Found this in my recommendations, fantastic video and well edited, have subbed and look forward to more. All the best.

@leeCann 5 жыл бұрын

"In aviation you don't have to be anywhere you just have to be safe". RIGHT YOU ARE. And if you don't like the landing, don't land! What an inspirational video Niko! As always I enjoyed watching. Thank you

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great comment

@bcflyer99 5 жыл бұрын

You look good with O2 Nikko. Your videos are getting better all the time. Thanks for letting us into the cockpit with you.

@1littlelee 4 жыл бұрын

"In aviation you dont have to be anywhere you just have to be safe"

@4jup4ter4 4 жыл бұрын

That need's to be on a shirt.

@kevincollins8014 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and a great example of the decision making process. Thank you for sharing with us all !

@haroldrushton6735 5 жыл бұрын

Good call passing Luverne. I stopped in there years ago for a business meeting. When I started to leave, the gas pumps were red tagged by the State as non-useable. I was low on fuel and it was an issue! That’s been a long time ago, but I still remember it well. Great video and content! Thanks for sharing. 👍

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

It’s always in the back of my mind whether the self serve fuel will be available in small fields. Thanks for the feedback

@KurtLichtner 5 жыл бұрын

"In aviation, you don't have to be anywhere, you just have to be safe." Great decision making Niko. I watched this and immediately clicked the subscribe link. And then you did it again at the airfield you didn't like the looks of. Keep up the awesome videos.

@subsoar5734 Жыл бұрын

flights like these are honestly kinda good for you because it forces your brain to work a little and keeps you busy because we spend so many flights and so many days doing super uneventful flights.

@OBENSquad_21 5 жыл бұрын

Menh it really feels good to see you make that initial NO GO decision and instantly turn around, especially knowing the kinda of flight time and experience you have, no ego at all, safe than sorry 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

@shannonrussell2368 5 жыл бұрын

I have horrific flying anxiety, honestly thanks to your videos I'm now less scared by the prospect of getting in a small propeller than I am a jet. Your videos are actually somewhat calming. Thanks! :')

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you see it that way Shannon. It is actually very safe when you apply common sense and skill and knowledge to it

@renataavgeri1132 Жыл бұрын

I was scared of planes too. During covid quarantine i landed on the aviation world in youtube and by learning more i started loving it. Had my first flight on a single engine light aircraft and even though it was a short one i loved it so much that i don't think i can do anything else now. Needless to say that my life goals changed in an instant

@mikemazzola6595 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Niko! As an IFR pilot and owner of a Piper Arrow, I enjoyed every minute of this video. The ATC/pilot teamwork to get through that front was inspiring. But the best quote of all was "We have no where we have to be. We have to be safe." That's my motto!

@devwhit 5 жыл бұрын

So Niko, I never want to see you in danger, but I love how you keep so collected and handle these situations with such professionalism and class. Very inspirational and educational. I've learned a lot, and as always, looking forward to the next adventure. 🛩

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Omar...

@madcableguy 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the line "you don't have to be anywhere, you just have to be safe". First video I've watched of yours, definitely won't be the last.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate you!

@ClayCaviness 5 жыл бұрын

This was a great video. It was very informative to watch your decision making throughout the flights. Thanks!

@Rugbyfan1973 5 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Niko, safe flying and sensible decision making. Didn't look like a comfortable day's ride but got there in the end!

@mikem.3412 5 жыл бұрын

Way to go Niko! I was so pleased to see you cancel the first flight attempt that I hit the subcribe to your channel button. A great lesson to teach us all. Better to be safe than sorry.

@Pav500 5 жыл бұрын

25 minute video from niko?!? Best 25 minutes spent all week. =) =) =) =)

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

It started as 8 hours, then 1 hour, and I picked the best content to pack in just 25 minutes. I think it worked. Thank you for your time!

@jameshyatte7230 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video once again , great call to go somewhere else when things aren't just right.

@heycameraman4411 5 жыл бұрын

Great job choosing to go around. You had very little hesitation there. Picture perfect example of a safe go around. \

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

I think I somehow knew I didn’t like it even before I said it

@heycameraman4411 5 жыл бұрын

Niko's Wings yep, I feel you.

@SmittySmithsonite 5 жыл бұрын

"You don't have to be anywhere, but safe" - I like that line. 👍👍 Great stuff as always, Niko! 😎

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Smitty

@donjones1203 5 жыл бұрын

Good call Niko; not flying through a line of thunderstorms! Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing!

@Wolficorntv 5 жыл бұрын

Lotsa weather to contend with on that one. Too much for me, but good to see a more experienced IFR pilot pick his way thru it.

@SimbaOlsen 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. That flight really threw you a few challenges. You seem like a safe pilot with your head in the right place. Well executed.

@michaelm3881 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video! It is always better to be safe than sorry!

@frankhuber969 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, showing that pilot need to use good judgment to insure a safe flight. your first decision to abort day 1, then picking your way through the weather, then finally not landing at the airport with less than good conditions. Great show

@bacon4542 5 жыл бұрын

Troy! You're a short flight from Fort Rucker near Enterprise, AL. Army's home for training heli pilots. That's why sikorsky has a hangar there. Cool to see you land somewhere near home where I've gone.

@NovejSpeed3 4 жыл бұрын

How I'm just now seeing this video for the first time is a crime to your fantastic work! Man i was stressed just watching all you was dealing with. I already suggested the T shirt with a front view of your cirrus with "clear prop".... But you need another that says "In Aviation, you don't have to be anywhere. You just have to be safe!" Brilliant Niko. I hope you got the partnership after all that!!

@gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043 5 жыл бұрын

I agree with all the pilots around here! YOU know what you’re doing and Mrs. Niko can expect you home, once again. Tomayto, tomahto, you got there any way-o!

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@AmericanExplorer 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I'm sure you could have done with less excitement, but I really enjoyed watching how you handled such adverse conditions. As always, loved the view!

@PsychHacks 4 жыл бұрын

So nice to hear you stress safety as a private pilot. I worked in an Air Force weather station for several years, and you'd be astounded at some of the PIREPS I saw from amateurs.

@mattkeenan9112 5 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done sir! I'm actually planning a trip to Rogers and was looking for a video of someone flying there, this is the only video I've found. Great editing, quality, and most of all aviating!

@uhohDavinci 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! excellent examples of good airmenship throughout the video.

@BlueWaterAlchemy 5 жыл бұрын

Niko I have really enjoyed watching all of your videos. Watching the AOPA flight safety videos has recently tempered my expectations in terms of starting out in general aviation and how to safely be a private pilot, and seeing you put the types of lessons learned in those videos into action during your flights is just fantastic. I love watching you make go/no-go decisions regarding weather, runways, etc. and being aware of get-there-itis. These things make me smile and grin from ear to ear. I have really enjoyed learning from you and always look forward to your videos! Thanks for the hard work!

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment and for watching. I’m glad you find them useful as that’s my goal, to share my experience for others to view, critique, respond, collaborate!

@sailord-life861 5 жыл бұрын

Great piloting and decision making good training you had 👍

@BretAllen1 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent decision making Niko and very professional as always! I'd fly Niko's Wings Airlines anytime! Love the videos, keep um coming!

@dtz1000 4 жыл бұрын

I don't get why he didn't land there. Apart from the dramatic music, it looked alright to me.

@vgamedude12 3 жыл бұрын

I had no idea there was so much communication during flight as this

@NikosWings 3 жыл бұрын

And I filter out most of it...

@davidharrison8862 5 жыл бұрын

Once again demonstrating great decision making. I’d fly with you acting as PIC any day.

@chuckcampbell3927 4 жыл бұрын

Captain Nikko, just got through watching your return to Boca and what an excellent choice you made. You have heard the "ancient axiom" I'm sure!?!? There is old pilots, and there is bold pilots, but there ain't no "old bold" pilots!! Good call my friend, you have a very beautiful family. Good decisions like you just made in the video will keep The circle unbroken.

@normsuther2695 5 жыл бұрын

he couldave descended quite a bit earlier. i think he was scared of the runway length. practice makes perfect but never step outside your comfort zone when flying. good work.

@johnlibra7734 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I just picked up my SR 22T In Knoxville. Nice training for weather issues. Excellent video edit.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats John

@dustintravis8791 5 жыл бұрын

Good on you for making your safety priority number one, as everyone should.

@ozziepilot2899 5 жыл бұрын

Now that was really exciting and tense, well done. Handled like a pro :)

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul

@russellvanklassen9291 4 жыл бұрын

wow really soupy weather there Niko good flying .and with the oxy better to look a little goofy then to crash good job dude

@tequihua 5 жыл бұрын

We got a saying here in mexico 🇲🇽, Brave pilot, dead pilot. Scared pilot, living pilot. You were correct on your decisions.

@fugazicoverband 4 жыл бұрын

"Oxygen helps you live." FACTS

@steini6771 5 жыл бұрын

A real pilot`s decisions! I command you for that Niko. As always, great video and fab music. Like a mini movie. Once again, Thanks -

@damnsong8675309 5 жыл бұрын

"In aviation: you don't need to be anywhere, you just need to be safe." New to aviation and never heard it put this exact way before. Possibly my favorite phrasing.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@KeyPointProductionsVA 4 жыл бұрын

The way you wait to start after saying clear prop is the way I like to do it. I see many people just say it and instantly start it up, doesn’t give people much time to clear out

@becausereasons8507 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you decided to avoid the weather the first attempt. Looking at it now, it looks like it would have been unmanageable.

@raulvargas352 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding work, I felt as though as I was with you stressing it out minute by minute. Love the breifings

@michaelking3327 5 жыл бұрын

This video shows the importance of checking the weather BEFORE you take off. great video.

@jd1029 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and content. Thanks for making this and sharing with all of us!

@macedonranges 5 жыл бұрын

Oxygen is the best !!!! I love the weather on the MFD - I wish we had that in Australia. I also think that the SR22 G1000 Perspective and the autopilot Avionics make the work load so much easier on the pilot when the workload is high. Great video production Keep it up

@Radionut 5 жыл бұрын

Wow that Luvern field was scary looking. Great video and looking for more

@RobertForslund 5 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! =) Keep up the good work and stay safe up there!

@cgrilley 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I was seriously hearing the banjo music from "Deliverance" when I saw that tiny, scary airstrip in Alabama. Glad you diverted to Troy!

@cmarsh355 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, great video. Smart and safe piloting with awesome ATC help. Bravo sir!!

@LarjoskiFlyingAway 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. What you said at the end was exactly what I was thinking. All the little tucked away airports that are fun to explore. Cheers.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurie

@adroper62 3 жыл бұрын

Superb examples of excellent aviation decision making. Every pilot and pilot want-to-be can learn from this sequence of events, and how you managed it along with ATC enroute.

@mitchy5142 4 жыл бұрын

I know he wasn’t the first but Stefan drury once said “it’s better to be on the ground wishing you were in the air than being in the air wishing you were on the ground” great piloting by you, stay safe

@Copilotdave 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos never fail to entertain and teach us amazing lessons. Thanks as always!

@SimbaOlsen 5 жыл бұрын

Proper use of music in a KZfaq video. This is perfect, thanks.

@marcoantoniobregalda8305 5 жыл бұрын

Hey! I’m from Brazil and want to become a pilot, like you! You are an inspiration to me, with 16 years old I’m so close to civil aviation by your job on KZfaq! Thank you!

@PortCharlotteAlex 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. I’m about to start my IFR and I was white knuckle flying. Don’t know if I would have gone through that weather. But then again I’m not IFR cert. Excellent piloting amigo. Man I love these videos. Blue Skies amigo

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Good luck with IFR

@lmartinez3633 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and flying. Be safe.

@ampedcrypto808 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video "In navigation you don't have to be anywhere - you just have to be safe!"

@renatoigmed 5 жыл бұрын

17:30 "nope..." the plane is grateful for not having insisted on landing in that "coffin."

@dtz1000 4 жыл бұрын

What was wrong with it? Looked alright to me.

@gsp-greenstripepilot9508 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this one. Once you landed I felt myself Un-clinch. I look forward to my own adventures soon. 👍🏼

@Zigmunad 3 жыл бұрын

I love your risk management. Stay safe to fly another day!

@moemagic 5 жыл бұрын

This was an extremely well produced and edited video. As an IFR pilot I watch a lot of KZfaq aviators, and this video is Hollywood quality!

@fitz4adventures 5 жыл бұрын

I was on the edge of my seat during the first part. Another great video Niko, thanks for what you do.

@brettb.7425 5 жыл бұрын

You were flying right over Tyndall Air Force base, Panama City, and Elgin Air Force base which is the area l where I grew up. Cool video!

@markduncan6690 4 жыл бұрын

Great Music Score Nik! The Drama is tense!

@kingsuper97 5 жыл бұрын

Great videos! Currently in training for my A&P love watching people fly.

@canuckeraust 5 жыл бұрын

Nico just started watching you last month, your videos are great mate. Keep up the good work buddy, very informative and lots of fun to watch. Cheers mate.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian

@galja6889 4 жыл бұрын

As usual fabulous video besides being super educational I wasnt sure if you didn't land at the uncontrolled airport because the wind was so unsettled or the airport looked like no facilities. Thanks for a great video!

@NikosWings 4 жыл бұрын

It was everything, wind was too turbulent, tall trees all around risking a go-around, runway looked a bit rough, facility (at a quick glimpse) looked a bit scarce, and the airport next door was a better choice, yet pricier fuel.

@michelegianni389 5 жыл бұрын

Great life lesson, and really exciting too.

@gregnettles3677 5 жыл бұрын

I have flow thru some cold fronts with my father in his piper turbo arrow that would make you cry for your mom.thats what I get for flying with an old military pilot.so I know the felling of not feeling safe, you did the right thing for calling it quits.

@Menace36 5 жыл бұрын

Niko, I don’t comment on videos often but I felt the need to do so after watching your latest video. I, like you, use my airplane for business travel. You demonstrated excellent aeronautical decision making throughout both legs. It’s so refreshing to see an instrument pilot use his skill as a pilot, his well equipped IFR plane and his ability to negotiate with ATC to allow him to complete his flight safely in very challenging conditions. You’re an excellent ambassador for Cirrus and general aviation.

@NikosWings 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! I appreciate you taking the time to comment!

@Menace36 5 жыл бұрын

Have you thought about putting on the hose and going in the flight levels. I have an unpressurized Turbine Lancair and I make most of my flights at 270 or 280. You can overfly most weather and see the really tall cells to avoid. Your new plane is very capable in the mid 20’s. Just a thought.