My heart is warmed by this video. I am so proud of Alina for her accomplishments and her father William for letting her do the flight.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Mark, Thank you for your thoughtful comments. What a great father and daughter combination. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

@ilovegooogle5073

9 ай бұрын

Sorry to rain on this indeed beautiful parade, but where are the safety goggles? Where is the helmet??! One bad day in American trauma center can snatch away SOOO MUCH!

@MadSceintist

8 ай бұрын

@@ilovegooogle5073 no chit, a bug in the eye, horrible, even worse, a wad of bird dung

@johnyberra5328

8 ай бұрын

Yea but she keeps talking independent and at this point being independent is not good when your thousands of feet in air its OK to have someone either on the ground or on your radio frequency. I just think its safer to focus on safety j/s

@johnyberra5328

8 ай бұрын

@@ilovegooogle5073 thank you for that i thought the very same thing.

Im 70 years old and been flying since i was 16. This has to be the most fantastic story/video I've ever seen. Congratulation to Alina and her father. I bet her dad was more worried and nervous than that young lady. Fantastic.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Mike, thank you for comments and support. Alina and her proud father William provide an example of what can be done to encourage more young people to pursue exciting careers in aviation. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

@MishMashMoto

9 ай бұрын

Kids are capable of much more then lots of adults are. Go Alina!!!

@jmoore6561

9 ай бұрын

Ditto - I’m also 70 and learned how to fly at 16, and this story and video is one of the most uplifting I’ve ever known. I have so much admiration for both father and daughter.

@theodorefletcher2618

9 ай бұрын

Loved flying and happy to see this father and daughter work together so well in this common love of flying. My Dad and uncle Buddy wanted to fly but wasn't to be. I got to learn in my 40s after my 3 girls went off on their own and could afford it for a time. I Soloed in 2003 and flew weekends in A Cessna 152, 172 and A Piper Cherokee 180. Loved the freedom and views, especially in the early mornings. Then the recession caused some money issues and Mom got sick. Lifes hard times hit and havent got back to it but I still have the call to get back to flying. I miss it alot. I'm 67 now but know I could buy a 103 and pick it up like riding a bicycle. Have fun youa all and God Bless.

@edspencer7121

8 ай бұрын

What an adventure that young lady had! Good on her dad with all of his support in her endeavors.❤❤❤❤

That was awesome. I couldn’t imagine my baby girl doing this at 14. The maturity and knowledge she shows at her age is awesome. She will be an inspiration to so many young pilots.

This is such a great story. Hats off to the father, much respect for the daughter and appreciate all the help and support from all at EAA. Such a great story to share! Thank you!

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Dave, thank you for your comments. This story was a collective effort to shed light on the amazing people who provide opportunities for young aviation enthusiasts to realize their dreams to fly. Regards, Wayne Whitley

As a retired CFII, I think Alina’s Dad is on to something in his method of teaching her how to fly. Definitely flying the runway a few feet off the ground really teaches the student to modulate the controls to maintain that attitude. He had great baby steps as building blocks too. Great job Dad and great job Alina! There certainly is a lot to take away from this. Having a student who love learning and flying like this makes a tremendous difference too.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Uncle Dave, I could not have said it better ! As a CFII, you understand the instructor/student dynamic. William has a teaching method that works. It is especially effective for Part 103 solo pilot training. And it certainly is a bonus when the student is genuinely in love with learning to fly. Thank you for your input. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

@UncaDave

9 ай бұрын

@@WhitleyVideos Thank you for your comments. Even though the FAA practical test has us teaching to it, each student learns differently and adapting to those characteristics doing like William did with Alina allows for success and building confidence. She definitely has some natural abilities in eye, hand, feet coordination. Recognizing that worked well. Basically he taught Alina to take off and land first in those incremental steps. It’s a solo plane with no seat for an instructor to be there so she was getting radio guidance from Dad but the skill had to be learned by her “on the fly” to add a pun. He did say he took her up in the 150 to show what the view and maneuvers would be like. I would bet she has had the 150 yoke in her hands to at one time or another however this accomplishment in the Aerolite was a big tremendous leap. I like the way she appears very comfortable in her solo flight too. I hope other current CFI’s see these clips. Observe and learn folks! She has a great future if she stays with it! Edit:for punctuation.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

@@UncaDave thank you again for your insight. Please share the video, your comments and the clips with other CFI's. Regards, Wayne Whitley

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

@@UncaDave when flying the 150...she did most of the work. I only took over when the cross winds were...ALOT. The 150 also was useful in teaching her stuff that I couldn't allow her to fail ..like spin recovery and engine out practice.

@ilovegooogle5073

9 ай бұрын

Again, ...Sorry to rain on this indeed beautiful parade, but where are the safety goggles? Where is the helmet??! One bad day in American trauma center can snatch away SOOO MUCH! Bad landing in some bushes can take away an eye! WHY than??? And as we all know most AMERICAN general health insurance plans exclude coverage of bad outcomes for pilots or even motorbike drivers.

Her parents must be so proud of her. A 14yo showing a level of maturity that you don't see in a 25yo. Wish her safe flying and a wonderful life in the air. ❤

Miss. Scott, Great story of determination and patience. Set your sights high, you can achieve any goal. Mr. Scott, Good job.

I so impressed by this father daughter team. The courageous young lady and the nurturing father. Touches the heart, I’m sure the natural born flyer has an amazing and fulfilling life of adventure and accomplishments ahead of her. You are both wonderful!

I flew military and civilian commercial aircraft, and this young lady is a real inspiration that’s badly missed these days

Super Dad. Trip of a lifetime that will never be forgotten and Dad was there the whole time. Cool story.

So epic!!! Congrats! That’s an adventure you tell your grandchildren about. A story like this gives us hope for the future. I just can’t say enough. Excellent job!!!

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

David, thank you for your support. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to help tell this inspiring story. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

Damn! I've been flying for 30 years and thought I'd heard everything. You are very impressive. This is a very big deal that you may not fully appreciate. Fifty years from now you are going to look back at this with an amazing sense of pride. I have no idea how your Dad survived the stress!!! Keep on flying, Alina!

@captaincrustyradio

9 ай бұрын

That is so on point. When you become old (as I have at 64), you are still very happy, for living your dreams when you were young. Yes this story blew me away. I loved it!

WOW WOW WOW !!! I started flying at her age and it brought tears to my eyes.... what a fantastic young lady! (and well done Dad)

Great video, Alina! Nowadays, pilots all want ro fly higher and faster. They’re totally missing where the REAL fun is… 300’ over the treetops at 40mlph in an open cockpit. Nothing better. Congrats, Alina… you go, girl!

I'm absolutely impressed with your teaching methods, as well as Alina's patience in taking what you're instructing her to do and putting them to use. Awesome video all the way around. Good on both of you!!

Alina, what a great accomplishment to look back on in the years ahead. Many of us grey-haired pilots can look back on one or two wonderful flying experiences but your trip from SC to Oshkosh beats them all. Congrats to you and your dad.

We saw Alina flying in the KOSH ultralight area and were impressed. How fortunate she to have such focus and motivation at the age of 14. As my flight instructor used to say many years ago, "Keep 'er flyin.".

I'm totally fascinated by the sheer joy of freedom and blessing this brilliant young lady can enjoy by having an awesome instructor/father and living in a country where you can have your kid fly her plane into the busiest airshow. Kudos!

I've been following her videos for a little more than six weeks now. I am so proud of her and her Crew Chief Dad, her mother and support group. Aim High, Alina. May God's angels forever be your wingmen. ~ USAF Retired 😎👍🏻🛩️

You can tell she had one of the best trainers in her corner!!! Fearless and cautious in the same sentence!!! Well done!

As a dad watching my baby girl flying over the horizon while I'm on the ground would be gut wrenching and moment of pride

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

Correct!

@danpolk

22 күн бұрын

@@williamh.scottv438 buddy you are an absolute hero Dad. Your daughter's better than you at interviews, too! Great job.

@williamh.scottv438

22 күн бұрын

@@danpolk she is!

We need lots more youngsters like this wonderful, skilled young lady. She's a jewel, alright! From one dad to another Bill you are a great example of conscientious, loving father.

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

thanks

@markkirchman2864

9 ай бұрын

Bill, you are truly awesome. I am 68 and planning on getting an EV103. Could you offer any suggestions on what equipment I might need, communications, etc.? Great job to you and your daughter.

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

@@markkirchman2864 I zip tie a yeasu 550 on the hoop. We tried various locations for the antenna and found that under the wing/strut/frame is better than on top.

@markkirchman2864

9 ай бұрын

@@williamh.scottv438 Thank you so much for your input. I can’t say enough praise for you and your daughter (entire family) for your accomplishments…I wish you all the best.

This journey is so inspiring. If you dream, and then get off the couch and do it, you can make it happen. It sent me back in time... It also made me glad, as an old man, almost 65, I first took flying lessons in airplanes, dreamed of flying a helicopter, took two weeks off work, got a PPL in helicopters...keep dreaming, switched from Air Guard to Army Guard, sent my packet off and went to U.S. Army flight school. Got a com./inst. helicopter ticket...later on one Army Guard AFT I actually got to fly with Vietnam Veteran helicopter pilot, Perry Parks that was still in my NC Army Guard unit, and he is the examiner that gave me my check ride for my PPL in helicopters 3 years earlier. He did FAA check rides as a part-time job. That was so unreal. Sending love from the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Alina... you've lived my dream! I'm 64 and have had the flying bug since I was a small boy. However, life never permitted me to get there. I fly RC models but dream to get into the sky myself, like my father. Such great footage! Congratulations on your success as a pilot, and best of luck in your future endeavors! Thank you for that most exhilarating journey! YOU ROCK GIRL!

@billkea7224

6 ай бұрын

Same here Steve, except I am 70.

@rustystarwood1

4 ай бұрын

Don’t just dream Steve. You too could get an Aerolite 103 and learn to fly just like she did. Training with a good instructor, yes, but no license or medical required. And the cost of this kind of flying is actually very reasonable. Go for it man!!

Thankyou Brave, Beautiful Lady, for bringing us along on your Adventure.

Such a joy to watch Alina's story. I so enjoy positive stories featuring young people. With an attitude like hers, I know her future is limitless. ❤❤❤

What a great story! That is some badass father/daughter bonding right there!! Heart-warming 😊

Super impressive girl!! I would be nervous about flying into that busy environment and I'm 50+ At 14 that's just amazing and full marks to her dad for giving her the confidence and space to believe. Outstanding all round...

What a fabulous experience for this young lady ... Fulfilling her dream & executing it with careful confidence. CONGRATULATIONS ALINA 🥰🇺🇲

Shes just up there singing and living her best life

I know of a lot of experienced pilots that couldnt or wouldnt do this, this absolutely the greatest thing ive seen.the courage it took for her to do this is amazing.

She will be a professional pilot for one of the big airlines. I am amazed.

As a father of a daughter- tears of joy. What a wonderful duo💪🏽

Bless this young woman. Inspiring and a great story.

Good way to teach! Keeps from getting overwhelmed with information & you develope a more natural instinctive reaction to what's going on. 👏👏👏

The recorded flight over the Oshkosh event was an eye opener. I never knew it was that huge of an event.

@N1gel

9 ай бұрын

Yes, the biggest airshow in the world isnt small.

@leecowell8165

7 ай бұрын

Largest EAA fly-in in the world...

This is a great experience for Alina and hopefully will continue on as a pilot. Congrats to Dad and Alina, well done!!

Wayne I really enjoyed the video you made about the young man that flew to Oshkosh, but Alina is such a natural and looks like she really enjoys flying. I'm amazed at her confidence and skill in piloting over a thousand miles and she is destined for a career in aviation. Simply amazing Alina, we are all very proud of you and continue your adventure as the "sky" is the limit.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Richard, Thank you for your support. I have had the privilege of filming both Henry and Alina Scott showing their skills and maturity flying their Aerolite 103 to Oshkosh. This is a fine example of an aviation family affair. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

@richardsmith4187

9 ай бұрын

It's awesome to see young people now getting interested in aviation and the Aerolite 103 is a great way to introduce many with lower cost. Both Henry and Alina have bright futures ahead and I wish them success ! Thank you for your dedication and it would be great for follow up videos on both.

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

@richardsmith4187, thank you for your thoughtful comments and support. If possible, I hope to do some follow up videos in the future. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

@@richardsmith4187 Henry is a cadet in the air force academy now.

@richardsmith4187

9 ай бұрын

@@williamh.scottv438 That's awesome, he is a young man that has a bright future in front of him ! Thanks for the update and the flight that Alina made was fantastic, she has what it takes to go far in the future. She really impressed me with her skills.

What an amazing young lady. Kudos to dad for his support.

Dad, she has,, NERVES, OF,,,,, STEEL,, we are at home, ON THE,, EDGE OF OUR CHAIRS,, AND BLESS HER, SHE LOOKS SOOOO HAPPY UP THR, GOD BLESS YOU AL X

What a fantastic achievement and by someone so young - & well done Dad. 👍

Loved this, Alina is a future astronaut!

You're his little 'baby girl' and he loves you more than any words could ever say! Well done young lady, you make your father very proud...

What an inspiring young lady. It goes to show that given the encouragement and the right access to equipment, the spirit of adventure still thrives.

Humble , prepared , and committed … respect from France 👏

I'm 80 years old and enjoyed these videos of a young person flying this ultra-light, and her dad supporting her. I learned to fly in a Cessna 150 in 1968, but the draft got me before I could get a pilot license. By the time I got home (3yrs), I was married with a young daughter so I never got into flying. These ultra lights were not around...wish they had been. She is going to have a great life.

How can we not be humbled by the strength and courage of this young lady. Her life forever to be a thing of power and grace. It's stories like this that make me proud to be an American. Be well.

Just awesome! Well done father and daughter! What an adventure!

And do I need to say this is why great parents are needed....😊😊

Love seeing the kids be ALRIGHT! And big shout out to the dad for being supportive. My dad and I always dreamed of doing stuff like this, but we could never afford it when I was young. Warms my heart to see it now

@WhitleyVideos >>> Great video...👍 Also, *_CONGRATULATIONS_* to Alina and her father for accomplishing this trip.

This young lady will accomplish much in her life. Hope to get to follow her in her future adventures

I’m 38.. I want to be doing this in 5 years. What a dream

Wow!!! What a mature 14 year-old. Impressive 😁

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Dave, Alina certainly is impressive. Thank you for your comment. Regards, Wayne Whitley

Many thanks for sharing the joy of flying across this beautiful country. Fill my heart with happiness to see our young people accepting and succeeding at such fantastic challenges. My sincere congratulations Alina 🙂. William, you have a super dad. 👍

Now that is a good dad … and more power to her. Follow your dreams

Very inspiring. Good parenting is about preparing our children to be in charge of their own lives and knowing when to step back and let them fly. I respect William for the way he prepared his daughter for flight. All the small steps in training that built towards her having the skills and experience to fly and then take the trip. I respect Alina for her dedication, courage and new skills she developed. Again, inspiring.

Very cool!! Definitely wear that eye protection while flying. My airplane is a closed cabin but I made the mistake on my motorcycle of not having eye protection. A small bug can take you out real quick! Great job you guys! The 103 looks like a blast to fly!

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

@FLY-wy2yi, Thank you for your comments and important advice about eye protection. The Aerolite 103 is a very special aircraft and a joy to fly. Best Regards, Wayne Whitley

Awesome that she is young and eager to go out there a fly freely as a bird. Great video and amazing. Thank you for sharing and hope that more girls her age will have the same enthusiasm as her. Great inspiration to others.

What an incredible story. That is one mature young lady. What a supportive Dad. Great job teaching your daughter and letting her FLY.

She is an inspiration for all kids and her father is a hero for all of us dads. I hope to one day raise my children to be as brave and capable as he has raised her to be.

It was no less than humbling to watch this short film about Alina and her fathers dedicated tuition. As a father myself with a curious and adventurous young daughter, teaching your offspring a disciplined risky sport that will add zest to thier lives I'm sure must come with its concerns. However, seeing a girl so young and hungry to learn an endeavour such as this from her father is so beautiful. I hope they both have many safe and for filing journeys ahead. I take my hat off to both of them. Regards Gavin (Scottish Borders) R22 rotary pilot

Two thumbs up for a terrific video of an aero adventurer 1st Class. Alina is a member of a very small group. All of us old guys who watched were as proud of you as was your dad, if that's even remotely possible. Dad needs to get a 2nd ultralight so the two of you can share the adventure on camping trips and such. Then again, maybe dad will transition you to the C150!

@leecowell8165

7 ай бұрын

Wouldn't be as much fun as this thing!

@gregclare1821

6 ай бұрын

I had the honor and pleasure to 'waive' and 'launch' Alina while volunteering at the KOSH grass field. It's an awesome story and she's an excellent young pilot. Blue skies, Alina!

What a great young lady, I wish her well in her flying and a shoutout to her father for believing in her and showing his support for her.

She is my new hero. Awesome team Dad. Keep up the favorable weather flying. Good Luck!

Hats off to Alena and dad. What a team! Great video production.

Such an awesome young lady. Her dad deserves so much credit for guiding and supporting her.

Reminds me a little of the movie... Fly Away Home. I was an ultralight instructor in the mid 90's under the USUA. The Dad in this video had some real patience and nerves of steel... although he didn't show it much. It's always tougher to teach a family member. Way to go!!! This young lady will be flying the rest of her life!

A true testament to a great and patient father. Great job.

What an amazing duo they are father/daughter, Ive never piloted but have flow with an Uncle as a kid. She is an awesome you g lady, Dad is an awesome teacher/instructor/parent!! Congrats to both of you

I'm looking forward to more of the adventures of Alina. Great job young lady.

Alina has done more, by the age of 14, than most young people will do in their lives. That is a very brave undertaking.

Id be incredibly proud of my daughter if she accomplished something like this. Such an inspirational young lady!!

Wow,, What a great adventure! Miss Alina is a talented young lady with great potential. Thanks for the super video!

@WhitleyVideos

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Wes for your input, I could not agree more. She is inspiring ! Best Regards, Wayne

I love it. I see discipline and focus being taught. That will apply to Alina no matter the endeavor she applies herself to do. Congratulation to Alina and her father.

a proud DAD with a great relationship with his DAUGHTER you makin everything right

Another GREAT story about a visionary person from South Caolina!. Well done and thumbs up to all the logisitical support!

Two of the blessings of life-a great daughter and a good Dad.

Wonderful!! My first pilot was a 16 year old girl who flew perfectly and hooked me on aviation for life!!!

Wow! You knocked this one out of the park! Hitting the like button hardley seems enough. This brought tears to my eyes many times. What an awesome Dad, and what a great adventure. Great job to everyone!

Well done Dad! What a smart and Brave little girl!? I am sooo proud of you!!! Keep flying,and God keep you safe!

This young lady gives me hope for our country. Its nice to see a young person overcoming fears and doing. Thanks for sharing. I needed that. Hope

I can't believe a 14yr old flew this from NC to Osh. This is incredible. I barely take my 103 outside of a 15mi radius.

@williamh.scottv438

8 ай бұрын

South Carolina

So proud of her as an inspiration to other young people to fly reminiscent of Amelia Earhart! I am an Air Force vet and can see her flying F-18's in a few years! Alina defintely has 'The Right Stuff' the Air Force look for! Clear skies and tailwinds Alina!

Great story of a brave young lady and a great dad.

What a great Dad! I know you are so proud of her and congrats young lady!!🎉

What a brave and daring girl. And what a great dad to support her and help her all the way!!! KUDOS!!!!!

What an amazing accomplishment! Congrats to her & her dad. His inspiration & her dedication have provided an adventure they'll cherish for a lifetime.

You don't see that kind of thirst for adventure and willingness to accept responsibility in young people much anymore. Great job, praying for many years of safe and fun flight !

If I remember correctly a few years back a 14 year old boy did the same trip in a differently painted aerolite. I'd swear it's Alina's brother She's really amazing!!

@williamh.scottv438

9 ай бұрын

It was Henry, Her brother

My goodness, how do you not like this story! My hats off to both Father & Daughter, .......well done & God Bless.

Like this videos so much. Hartwarming to see this young girl fly. It makes me smile.

Awesome!!! She looks like my daughter,I’m in tears.

I am sharing this video with everyone I know currently raising a daughter. She is a great example of what you can do when you put your mind to it.👍

That Alina is one helluva young pilot, and her dad is one helluva IP ... making one hell of an adventure. Fantastic. Well Done!

I saw a couple videos from her dad's channel but they never gave any details about what Alina did. Thanks for explaining it here.

I believe the future is bright for many young people in this generation!! Congratulations young lady.

I am so impressed with both of you, it took a real team effort. Alina you have a great dad!

Former ATC, and been an aviation nut for 50 years. This is one of the absolute most amazing aviation stories that i have ever seen. Ms. Alina has a lot of success ahead of her.

For the rest of your life you will never forget this trip.