@narinemelkumjan: A couple of years ago during my second aerobatic training flight of that day, on a very hot summer day, the canopy of the Extra 330LX that I was flying opened in flight and shattered. As you can see from the video, it was a challenging experience that could have been avoided if I had made a proper visual check before taking off. The canopy locking pin had never gone into the locked position, and I failed to notice it during my checks. I also made the mistake of going to the training camp right after recovering from COVID, without allowing my body enough time to fully regain strength. Additionally, flying without any eye protection made the flight even more challenging than it already was. The flight was a distressing experience, filled with noise, breathing difficulties, and impaired visibility. It took me nearly 28 hours to fully recover my vision. Aerodynamically, I’ve experienced some buffet and controllability challenges. Probably the most difficult part was to keep the power in, thus trading my vision and breathing for kinetic energy. Although due to all the noise it was difficult to hear what my coach was saying on the radio, one thing I’ve heard loud and clear was “just keep flying” If you are a pilot watching this, I hope that my story serves as a cautionary tale and that you will learn from my mistake. I regret that it took me so long to share this video footage. It's not easy to put my vulnerabilities out there for the world to see. However, I have come to realisze how important it is to be transparent about our shortcomings and the lessons we learn along the way. To all my fellow pilots out there, fly safe. #aviationsafety #learnfrommistakes #flysafe #pilotlife #pilottraining #aviation #fly
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Friday 21 June 2024 12:10:05 GMT
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meh :
Before 2:17 -› 😐
After 2:17 -› 😬
2024-06-21 21:53:35
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The1youkow :
You handled that mishap very professionally no drama no hysteric’s just calm and controlled. Congratulations and you’re welcome back on the Good Earth.
2024-06-22 12:18:34
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Slashdot Dashdot :
Canopy made by Boeing...
2024-06-23 12:01:28
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thenicholasjfrase :
not a pilot, but looked like you handled that like a pro
2024-06-21 18:18:21
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ventusz90 :
From chilling to gsxr 1000 on german autobahn without a helmet reeeal quick 😅
2024-06-21 17:15:13
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Attila :
Great skills and no panic. 😁
2024-06-21 16:57:56
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Will :
Round of applause for nailing that landing after that!
2024-06-21 21:28:25
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Skidcrashnburn7 :
Glad you’re ok. I see so many aerobatic pilots wear a helmet with a face shield, not sure why you aren’t.
2024-06-23 20:49:22
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alexUKguy :
safety squints engaged
2024-06-22 13:34:25
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Joel Horton :
Talk about grace under pressure! You ma’am are a badass!!!
2024-06-23 22:45:44
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chrisclark6971 :
I'd be wearing a helmet and goggles like fighter pilots where from now on. I'm glad you made back safely.
2024-06-23 20:46:50
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Robbie :
Lesson learned always have goggles in the cockpit she did really well
2024-06-21 13:42:06
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user7751181506773 :
Seriously impressive. What an amazing person to keep strong throughout the incident
2024-06-22 06:10:54
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Darren OConnor :
Great work. Calm and controlled.
2024-06-21 19:49:29
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user2224371584243 :
Impressive, great control of fear. Bet your eyes stung after that!
2024-06-21 19:11:20
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Amelia R :
Well flown, sadly this happens quite a lot in gliders. I’ve just invested in a flying helmet with visors for my next adventures.
2024-06-21 18:03:48
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Qaseem Azemi :
You did amazing 👏👏👏
2024-06-22 07:54:57
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bobbyhedgehodge :
Wow! 😮 How you handled that was very impressive to watch. How does the vision get affected after an exposure like that? 🤔
2024-06-21 20:32:11
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Revilho :
Seriously one of the most impressive things I've ever seen. Well done!
2024-06-22 07:04:32
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DonxPablo :
now this is pod racing
2024-06-24 23:19:16
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🏴𝕎𝕖𝕋𝕙𝕖ℙ𝕖𝕠𝕡𝕝𝕖🏴 :
Just glad & lucky the canopy didn't break off and into the wing! great job staying cool under pressure 👈
2024-06-23 22:50:16
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FREE BIRD_JR :
Never considered this but from now on I’ll wear a full face helmet well done
2024-06-24 03:18:06
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taytay7471 :
A truly outstanding piece of airmanship. Not only for your reactions, presence of mind and getting her down safely but for sharing your experience openly and honestly so that others can learn.
2024-06-22 08:02:48
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Everett Chandler463 :
Always check canopy latch three times.
2024-08-29 14:31:40
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Edrick Baez :
Fellow pilot here. I’m curious to know what airspeed you were flying when it happened/on final? I can only imagine how hard it must’ve been to see/breathe. Thank you for sharing!
2024-08-28 23:33:55
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