I flew solo across Australia in a day

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Published 2022-10-20
OVER THE TOP EP1 - Flying a single engine small plane across Australia in a day. From Melbourne to the top of the Northern Territory, watch the flights, see inside the cockpit, hear my radio calls and watch how I navigate over 1,500 miles across this continent.

Aircraft is a Cirrus SR22 VH-EYZ flying from Moorabbin Airport to Leigh Creek, Tenant Creek, Katherine (Tindal) Airport and finally into Darwin.

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All Comments (21)
  • @finn_ypjt
    I honestly can't believe Stef doesn't have more subscribers with the production quality of his videos. Seeing EYZ go on long journeys like this is so cool to see!
  • @fireflyrobert
    As a Brit this makes me realise how big Australia is. What a great trip.
  • I'm usually out of the country before I reach 500 ft. coming off the end of the runway at the local airport.
  • @DavidDANINO
    I follow all posts and often have great pleasure to watch them but this episode was particularly pleasant, even more for the French pilot I am, discovering your beautiful landscapes, your ADs, the phraseology, the simple and welcoming relationship between airmen in Australia. Just love it. Thanks a lot for the work you do and I guess the big amount of time it requires. We are grateful to you for this pleasure moment in our days :-)
  • I love all your videos, Stef, but this one just hit different. The storytelling and editing are unmatched. These videos make me feel like I’m with you, along for the adventure. As a maker of underwhelming YouTube videos myself I hope to be able to craft a story half as well as you do. Cheers and safe travels.
  • I saw this on FlightRadar the other day. Was browsing FlightRadar and saw your flight from Broken Hill to home base. Followed a bit and listened on LiveATC. Great work Stef.
  • Milkshake's back!!!!!!!! And 14:35 = just walk away right now......can't wait for the rest of the series!
  • @twmba65
    Absolutely great video, Stef! As an Aussie who has done almost all of his flying in the US, I love to see the GA views of Australia. Funny that ATC picked up that you were doing a video😊
  • @Balthazar744
    Over 10 and a half hours single pilot, well done mate. I generally get extra crew on long flights 😊 Wow, your videos are getting better and better. I watch everything, on both channels, but don’t always comment (sorry). I truly think you should have a million subscribers based on the quality of your videos. You tell a great story and your editing is great. I’ve been flying for 40 years and listen to everything you say and often learn something new. Keep it up mate. I wasn’t expecting an overseas trip so soon so I’m looking forward to the next episode. 🎉
  • @rmd4209
    I love these types of videos where you do a long flight and break it down in sections landing in small airports. Keep it up!!😍😍
  • Very cool Stef, I did a C206 ferry Perth to Cairns 30 years ago, no GPS, no autopilot. I still reflect on this as one of my greatest adventures. Airline flying now, still love flying and love my job. You have just inspired me to get back in a lightie.
  • @wiredjames
    Great vid Stef! Looking forward to watching the rest of the adventure. This is every aviators dream! Stay safe, James
  • @samyouelle1
    It was so cool to see EYZ outside Australian airspace. You make the most amazing videos and thank you so much for sharing them with us! You really have inspired me to get my PPL after by PhD
  • Thanks so much for this video Stef. Just amazing all round, really enjoyed it!
  • @Jack-kz4nb
    As someone learning how be a pilot your videos are just plain entertaining to watch
  • @glennwatson
    Awesome. Looking forward to more of this series. Did my own water crossing the other week across the bass strait four times.
  • Absolutely wonderful video, I love Australia with all my soul. Cheers from Brazil, mate 🌏​
  • I remember how excited I was when I set off on my road trip around America. Looks like you are living the dream. Can't wait to see where you go next.