From Editing Bush Pilot Videos to Taking Control of the Cessna 185

What does it feel like to fly in a small airplane for the very first time? In this episode of Right Seat Bush Pilot, Joel Davis takes the channel's editor on his first-ever flight, gives him the controls of a Cessna 185, and shares the incredible scenery, bush flying techniques, and stories that make missionary aviation so unique. This episode offers a firsthand look at the excitement—and surprise—of experiencing flight for the very first time. ___ 00:00 Introduction 00:47 Meet the Editors 01:15 From Chicago to Spokane 04:06 How We Film the Airplane 06:07 Preflight Briefing & Safety 09:09 Get to Know the Editors 10:11 Flying Over Spokane at Sunrise 12:01 Joel’s Bush Flying Stories from the Philippines 14:00 Meet Jason 17:26 Jason Takes the Controls 19:14 Mountain Flying into Sullivan Lake 20:05 Birds Force a Go-Around 21:43 Landing at Sullivan Lake ___ Want to see episode highlights? Check out our Instagram!   / rightseatbushpilot   ___ The content provided on YouTube is for educational and informational purposes only, specifically related to aviation. It is not intended as a substitute for professional aviation advice, training, or certification. Because videos are edited for entertainment purposes, many procedures, situations, explanations, and flight phases have been edited out, which will remove context. This video is not instructional and should not be distributed for the purposes of flight instruction. Always seek the guidance of a qualified aviation professional or instructor with any questions you may have regarding aviation practices or regulations.