While not general aviation, this video shows in moving pictures a near collision as a result of a runway incursion.
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Video: Chino Warbird Airshow
Frederick A. Johnsen attended last weekend’s Chino Warbird Airshow and put together a nice video of the action. See below or on YouTube.
Backcountry Pilot: The Approach – Takeoff
“Backcountry takeoffs are probably one of the least talked about segments of operation in the backcountry, which is unfortunate as they’re the most limiting and critical part of a flight,” begins the second installment – Takeoff – of The Approach on the Backcountry Pilot website.
Video: ‘Scariest take off I’ve ever seen’
Using an airplane to trim the tops of trees is a bad idea. FlightChops posted this video to his YouTube channel in an effort to learn from the mistake of another. Fortunately a narrow gap just to the left of centerline allowed a little extra space. Too bad it was needed. See the video below or on YouTube.
Video: Astronaut Charlie Duke drops a hammer… on the moon
Astronaut Charlie Duke, while driving a core tube into the lunar surface, drops the hammer he is using. I know I’ve dropped a tool from time-to-time, but this puts my… oops, in perspective.
Video: ‘Snoopy’ an incredible helicopter act
A video from 1990 shows an amazing helicopter act, “Snoopy” at an event in Australia. The closeness of the audience alone is far different than what we see today.
VIDEO: Baumgartner’s 24-mile jump from new perspective
Felix Baumgartner jumped from more than 24 miles above the earth’s surface back in October 2012. Millions watched it live via YouTube. On Friday, January 31, GoPro uploaded a first person view of the jump. To see Felix exit the Red Bull Stratos capsule is toe curling. To see his suit barely move in the […]
VIDEO: Backcountry fun in Just Aircraft SuperSTOL
The Idaho backcountry makes for a picturesque scene in the hands of a capable pilot. Wild West Aircraft‘s Steve Henry shows off the abilities of the Just Aircraft SuperSTOL in this 4+ minute video. Fun stuff.
Video: Interesting way to pick up a flag
The inverted ribbon cut has been a staple of many airshow acts over the years. This video raises the bar (or is it now lower) greatly. Any U.S.-based act care to step up and try this?