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- Опубликовано: 30 дек 2023
- Heading out to China, but 2023 didn't go as planned
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Yes - you FAILED to celebrate with us those FOUR BARS!!!! You just casually just showed up with those 😂
I noticed that, too, but just figured I’d missed a video!
I thought I just missed the video he told us. Then I had the thought - Are you even a pilot if you don’t say, ‘BTW, I’m a Captain now!’ … ‘Did you notice my epaulettes?’ … ‘Hey! Where’d all those bars come from?’ 😂🤣
Still the same man just not a show off
90% of the comments in the last 3 video was just "congrats on the strips captain". And i will be one of those until we get at least a "Hello 74 crew, My name is Kelsey i'm a 747 CAPTAIN."
@@camperchris6639 very true…. But it is funny with RUclips subscriber communities… if they’re healthy…. We just want to share in the joy and success of the content creators. That’s all. 😊. Happy New Year!
Hey, Crew!
Wanna join me in celebrating our favorite pilot’s promotion?
We’ve GOT to let him know how proud we are for him!
Happy New Year to our Captain, and to all the 74 Crew!
I immediately noticed 4 stripes on epaulettes.
Congrats, captain!
Congratulations! Well deserved, I am sure.
Yup! CONGRATULATIONS!
Yes!!!! Congratulations Captain! And thank you for this ‘raw’ video. I have always enjoyed and appreciated whatever you’ve done and am happy you are going to try to take a little more care of yourself. Please do that. We will all still be out here! Happy New Year!
The modesty of not even mentioning making it to 747 captain but just showing up with four bars on your shoulders is not a failure. Just shows what a class act you are and brings even more integrity to the wealth of experience and insight you keep bringing to what has become a huge fan club. Big congratulations. Very well deserved. From a retired TWA pilot (never made it to the 747 though).
My dads the same, his an A380 captain but doesn’t make any big deal of it
@@aussiemozzie107 Your dad is a great captain. As good as they come. I bet he's a pleasure to fly with. There are all kinds as I'm sure you know but it got a lot better with the crew resource management system implemented. In the old days the captain was the boss. End of discussion. So first officers and flight engineers were basically afraid to speak up even if they saw something obvious the captain was doing wrong.
Kelsey, two things I want you to remember:
1) you are under no obligation whatsoever to maintain a particular level of video production.
2) you don’t owe anyone an apology for anything.
All of us out here in YT-land are here to enjoy your journey, period. Live your life, and if that allows for the sharing of your adventures, we’ll be right here ready to enjoy them. The only one feeling a sense of obligation is you….. so stop that, okay? :-)
This needs to be said more!! I see this with a lot of folks on YT. They seem to set a schedule which gives the algorithm what it wants, then burn out.
Whatever we get, is great from anyone! Anyone who complains or mentions anything like “where was this weeks video” or stuff like that needs to pipe down!
@@adam_matthews Well said!
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Well said. Well put.
@@hoplite-bt7li thanks!
Arguably you've succeeded more than you've failed. You're a captain now
A promotion is a success, but it would seem from this video that there are other more important goals for him.
I am the captain now
what about your goals let us talk about those instead of someone else's@@wfemp_4730
Yes, he succeeded in his day job, and he didn't fail in his second job, he just didn't do as well as he wanted. Less than an hour since the video premiered, and he has over 3.2K likes. Most channels would love to have that ❤.
@elmalloc , I am one, too! But, a 🚢 Captain 😊
You have not failed, Captain Kelsey. I'm happy to see that you're putting quality over quantity. Good luck on your journey.
@@SUPERPOWERCHINA_ : Lying communist troll alert! (Reported!)
Well he kinda did but he is recognizing his failure and is going to imrpove it going forward. I get nervous when I see these pilots post so many youtube videos and makes me wonder if there mind is really on flying or more focused on the right camera angle like he mentioned. I would rather have a pilot be 100% focused on flying instead of 90% focused and the other 10% they are filming. He recongized that he is getting burnt out from doing both and knows he needs to scale it back. Pilots are more prone to error from being fatigue and he was on the fast track of going to work being fatigue. Pilots and doctors are the two carrerrs where you cannot afford to make mistakes.
Congrats on making Captain. As a retired 747 Captain myself, I am very pleased with the career I had. Now that I am retired, I am enjoying it more than I thought I would. Pace yourself, enjoy the journey and take care of yourself so you can maximize your retirement years. The enjoyment of flight eventually ends with the reward of the enjoyment of retirement, and health is an enormous factor when that happens.
And congrats to you. Enjoy retirement.
hey big boss, do you think you can summarize the bars? Ive seen some pilots like that but idk shit
Well said that man 👏
Thanks captain for your wise advice. Our 7th is an FO at United. He’s on the 787- so excited to be doing what he loves 😜. But yes, pacing oneself and getting good balance is crucial for a successful career.
Haha listen to these jerks calling each other Captain hahahahaha so funny
Kelsey, I’m so pleased when I see people catch burn out before it happens. I can feel it in your voice man. Well done for looking after yourself.
The best of luck on your hunt for a home.
Look at SW Colorado. It’s beautiful here.
@@gailbarker2878he doesn’t just want to look at scenery. He want friends and to go places and have fun and create memories not just go hiking.
@@mircat28 I imagine you can also do those things in Colorado..
@@3xceIIent SW Colorado? Where the biggest town doesn't even cross 20k population?! No way is the airline going to base him in SW Colorado.
Never become a social media junkie. Just be you and do what you do best. Stay amazing and authentic. We love you Kelsey!!
💯💯💯
What he said!
Kelsey... Pin this comment from @Brother-Louis!
THIS is what we all believe for you.
It’s ok to even quit if you feel like you need to move on with your life in another direction. I love your videos but if it is time-DO IT! ❤
Social media junkie? Isn’t that the algorithms intent on the audiences? Authenticity doesn’t sell. Dreams sell. One million plus subscribers are seeking the dream. They want reality TV.
The title is "I Failed," but the first thing I noticed is those four bars on your shoulder. Congratulations Captain!
FYI. that´s right, 4 yellow bars, Congrats Sir!
Don’t worry about not filming experiences. It’s more important for you to enjoy them.
Hey there. I am a student pilot (LTA rating) I mentioned on a forum that I have a massive fear of flying in airplanes, and a lot of people referred me to your channel. They told me your content was great. That you're well spoken, informative, and funny. They're not wrong. When you speak of giving value, you do just that. It only took me a few minutes into the first video I clicked on to be hooked on your content.
Taking care of you is important. Don't ever lose sight of that by overloading yourself. I'm already a huge fan, thank you for doing what you're doing.
You've not failed at anything, you achieved a lot this year, not forgetting the rank of Captain! We don't care how little you upload, we just appreciate it when you do. We aren't going anywhere!
Exactly
1,140,000 subscribers can’t be wrong about the value they receive from 74 Crew and their Captain Kelsey! Your team has your back. Happy New Year!
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Very well said!
Amen! Truth!
You really chose a soft launch of those four bars, Captain. Congrats 🎉
Proud of you for identifying am issue before it starts to burn hot. Find some rest and a home. We're not going anywhere. Thanks for all the content you do give us! Fly safe! ✈
We want to celebrate your promotion. Post when you can. You are valued. You are more than enough. Take care of you. No apologies needed. We are here for you. We love you. Have the best New Year ever, Captain❤❤❤❤❤❤
Well said! Amen!!
AMEN!!!!!!!
4 bar captain of a 747!!!!! You are the man Kelsey!!!! Love your vids, I dream of being a pilot through you and MSFS!!! I am a A320N pilot on MSFS 747 is next.
Congratulations, Captain Kelsey!!! I LOVE your videos!! It’s great you’re trying to reconnect with the “Inner You” and still produce quality material for your viewers!! You are Much Appreciated and again, Congratulations on your Four Bars!!!🎉
Get settled, chill out, re - focus live to work not work to live. Enjoy your life CAPTAIN.
Massive difference between failure and rethinking a goal or two due to changing needs and priorities. The success of your channel is incredible, but you need to invest time in you as well. A home base and securing your layovers for yourself in order to actually *enjoy* and *experience* your life is super important. Never apologise for doing what's important to you.
Agreed! And, please, take good care of yourself. Investing in your personal comfort & stability/happiness is super important -- don't sell yourself short!
I'm retired American Airlines Airbus guy, 30 yrs, but I have enjoyed your channel and posts. Take a break, and soon you'll get rejuvenated and be back with us. Happy New Year.
You’re so right to seek better life balance. Without balance, nothing feels good. Nothing clicks. Good on you for seeing it and changing course. Appreciate all your content and good luck with everything you’re working toward!
This is one of my favorite videos. Makes me think about decisions, priorities and sacrifices that content creators experience.
Thank you for taking us along , you have failed nothing .
You didn’t fail. You learned that life has gotten very busy and what you really want to do will need to be done differently. You are now a captain and that is something to be proud of.
Kelsey , can I be your first officer 😂😂😂😂
Kelsey, first Congrats on making Captain!
Second I am terrified of flying but last year I found out I had to fly on less than 2 weeks notice. I watched your videos every day in those two weeks and somehow felt comfortable on all 4 of the flights even though we had to abort take off due to a system malfunction on the second leg, change planes due to a worn rudder seal on the third leg, and take a standby ticket on the fourth leg making me sit alone 15 rows behind my co traveler. This wouldn't have been possible without you and your videos.
Whatever your video making future holds I appreciate what you have done for nervous flyers like me. These videos and a few others, have really changed my life and now I'm preparing a cross ocean trip to visit family.
So seriously thank you, and now take care and go enjoy what life has to offer ☺️
We, your viewers, will watch whatever you throw to us because you have a sincerity that shows through. Take whatever time you need and go whatever pace you want; make space for yourself to be happier. You have seemed somewhat down emotionally for years, and life without joy is not good. Best wishes for a happier new year!
Dude, don't chew yourself up. You produce valuable stuff all the time on this platform. Have a happy new year.
Look, if "adding value" makes you happy, go for it. But what WE want is you sharing whatever you find interesting or exciting. We're here for your personality and perspective. So don't stress it! Do what satisfies you, share whatever you feel like sharing, and that's all we want.
For example, I liked the layover blog, but I thought that was because it was fun for you to share it with us. If it's not, don't do it. You don't owe us anything.
Good luck with your ventures! Happy New Year!
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I totally agree: he should move at his own pace and produce a quality video instead of pumping out video after video. He has a very healthy lifestyle so I understand why he might not have time aswell.
You're one of the best channels on all of RUclips, your manner of presenting yourself and videos is admirable. Take your time to live and make videos second, we will all still watch! All the best, and congrats!
You take care of you sir!! Sounds like you need to step away for alittle bit. Life passes quickly- enjoy now sir!! We love your channel and we will always watch regardless how many vids you upload. My bro is a pilot (25 years) he enjoys his time out with family and friends when not flying.
Work-life balance is SO important. I'm glad you're sussing things out, don't mind us. We're happy to be here for the ride!❤
Oh, Kelsey, my friend, you have not failed us! You have been a constant and reliable source of informative, entertaining, and often humorous aviation content. 1.14 million subscribers, over 40,000 views and 1000 comments in the first two hours on this video alone. That cannot be failure by any measure! And you earned that fourth bar, captain. Clearly, RUclips is not the only thing you are doing right. So you missed a goal or two, so what? Even NBA stars don’t swish the net 100% of the time. So, yeah, slow down a bit and take time to smell the roses. But never think you have failed. The rest of us think you are amazing. “A man’s reach should exceed his grasp, else what use are dreams?”
Well said
Agree entirely
100%. NOBODY is perfect.🤷♂️🤷♂️🤦♂️
Very wise decisions. Look after yourself and your mental health. To be honest, hearing from you every 2-4 weeks on RUclips is absolutely fine. You have done so much to educate us all. Focus on the quality, not the volume. I personally enjoy watching you on flights when you may be explaining what is going on and the decisions to be made. You are very worthy of that left hand seat.
Kelsey, as a non-aviation human, your delivery in aviation topics has always been fascinating to me, and now I binge all sorts of aviation topic vids. It’s actually an amazing success to be so in touch with how you feel and identify what you need and want to do with your life. Follow your heart, you’ll find a place to plant your roots eventually. Your 774 crew will be here with you whatever you decide to do. Much respect to you, Captain, and if you’re ever in Melbourne, Australia I’d be happy to shout you a free breakfast. 🍳
Don’t lose yourself in all this. We watch your videos because you’re really likable and you create genuinely interesting content. You’ve built an amazing channel, so relax and give yourself a break. We’ll be here when you’re ready to upload new content. Happy New Year!
A video a week is a bonkers schedule, even for full-time creators. We are just happy to have you here with us at all, and I think we can all say that whatever works for you works for us. Please, go enjoy your life. And if that means we don’t see you for a while, then that means you’re just having more fun. Here’s to a more relaxed and enjoyable 2024.
AMEN!
Amen! Besides that, content creation isn't his full-time job, but I'm sure he's getting compensated for it, but it's probably nowhere near what he's making flying around the world. I'm just grateful his videos still pop up on my home page here on YT!
Kelsey!!! CAPTAIN ?!??! Yesssss!!! Congratulations!!! Four bars looks so handsome on you. Way to go! Happy new year!
I have watched many of your videos and have always been amazed at the detail you include in them. It must take up so much of your time to produce them to the standard you have achieved. I hope you find what you are looking for in life and wish you well in that. You will be missed on RUclips if you decide to stop producing your videos but of course, your well-being and life have to come before anything else. Good luck for the future; I am sure you have a wonderful life ahead of you. And thank you for all the pleasure you have given your viewers in producing your great videos.
Hey , Capt Kelsey don't worry so much.
I wish I could fail as badly as you!!
Live your life, concentrate on making yourself happy.
We all love spending time with you and peeking behind the curtain every now and again.
There are other places to watch 'content' but there's only one of you and that's where the 'value' is.
Kelsey you have one of the most genuine channels... not pushing hats etc...Sponsored by vitamins etc... just being honest and humble with your profession... as always look forward to a video as and when you are able! A very happy new year!
Congratulations Captain!! So happy for you!!
Kelsey, you need to take the time for yourself. It's not the quantity; it's the quality of your videos. I genuinely enjoy your videos, whenever you choose to post. Take care of yourself. We (your fans) are happy to get what we get... May you have a Healthy, Happy New Year.
Long story short. He’s now a Captain which means more responsibilities and having to dedicate more time to the company. Quite understandable. Good luck Kelsey !
Impressed. Kelsey's head is in the right place and it's appreciated. His audience will appreciate whatever content he produces.
Never change, Kelsey. We appreciate the genuineness in why you're' doing this and why you do what you do. There are channels I follow that every few minutes it's a merch or this or that plug. Btw, Nice bars, Capt. :)
Kelsey, dear man. You didn't fail. In fact, far from it. You are an unmitigated success as a RUclips content creator, and your channel has grown abundantly over the past year. I see you as a real success, and I am far from alone in feeling that way. You have the knack required to shepherd a successful RUclips channel into earning the broad positive reputation you have developed. You possess that undefinable "It" factor that every successful performer has. Your innate innocence and optimism are winning traits! Bravo to you, Kelsey.
Great to see you've made Captain. Congratulations.
Hey Kelsey take as much time between videos as your need. We all want you to enjoy making videos and not make it like a chore. Love your content as always and we are accepting of whatever decisions you decide to make. Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Agree 100%
Make this the top comment!
My Dad was an Aviator his entire life. Solo'd at 16, flew 35 missions in B-17's, Purple Heart/Distinguished Flying Cross, Right seat with Western Airlines (which became Delta) then Captain, then retired as Johnny Carsons Lear 35 private pilot. He is a huge part of why I gravitated to your channel, I aviate vicariously through you and really appreciate your dedication and determination in giving a wider audience a deeper appreciation of everything that is involved with flyiing, from ATC, to 40,000 ft and beyond. The reason I am commenting is simply this..WE appreciate you doing what you do 110 percent. My Dad passed away in 2011, but he formlessly 'tapped me on the shoulder' as I was watching this...and he has a simple message of tough love' for you....'Drop the FAILED/FAILURE...' jargon and mindset...ASAP!...You are not a failure nor have you failed. You will achieve your goal...in the designated moment, 'line up..and wait' You are self aware enough to know exactly what you need to do and WE ..1.16 million subscribers...(climbing to 2 million) appreciate and support your decision to reaching your destination...Captain you shall be!
Yeah, I'd to point out how proud we are of you, Congratulations on the advancement to sporting FOUR bars! Well deserved and your passengers are lucky to have you as their pilot in command.
"I failed..." Dude, you're WAY too hard on yourself! You've made captain. That's a huge accomplishment. You're a single guy with no spouse or kids, no big deal about a place. You'll find one. Your channel rocks and you can take more time to do it the way you want. Cheer up! Happy New Year's 🎉
Captain Kelsey. You have not failed, neither yourself nor us followers.
You've learned to re-prioritise for 2024, that's all.
THANK YOU for that you have done in the past - and for what you will, probably, do in the future.
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Content creators need to remember that they don't owe us anything. It's a privilege to get Kelseys insight into flying, not a right.
Kelsey you are a star xxx😊
Well said !
You have not failed! Every video on your channel is a delight. It is actually a good thing to reassess life from time to time. Good luck and Happy New Year!
You do you Captain (yes we expect a video on the promotion) You've got tons of content to keep us going. Good luck finding a nest to crash in!
Really appreciate any content you give Kelsey. I love your perspective and I'll still be watching.
Kelsey, We appreciate what you do. No need to keep a rigid schedule of video releases. We look forward to whatever you choose to share.
No matter what you do or don’t do, you never failed. You’re a success. You’ve accomplished more than what most people can only dream. Good example is the 4th bar on your shoulders. I’d call that a huge success.
Im really chuffed by the humanity of all your followers mate. We all love and care for you and whatever you choose to do is fine with us. Just pleased to be along for the ride with you man!
Congrats on making Captain, good luck with the house hunting and most of all look after yourself Kelsey, you seem to be onboard that concept right now and that is a great move, happy new year
He's not boastful. That's what the community likes about his channel. I like that he doesn't really talk about himself. Even though he actually could, my goodness. He just displayed his captain status. Not that long ago, and didn't even mention it
He talks about himself frequently. To tell us how he’s screwed up in the past. 😂
@@randallsluder8289 ha , he's honest 😆
Peter from Mentour got his captain's stripes within the last couple of weeks too
@@TheGospelQuartetParadise No, Petter has been a captain for years. I believe he's even a training captain.
I recently found this channel and very quickly realised the humble, hard working, generous soul that Kelsey is. My girlfriend noticed that I have been binge watching this pilot channel haha and I've been learning so much. I will have a totally different vision of the whole travelling experience next time I fly ❤
Over the time I've been watching your videos one thing has struck me about you - honesty supported by humour. A rare combination. Thank you.
And congratulations on the forth stripe, they look good on your shoulders.
Keep the blue side up.
Great year even though you failed at a couple of personal things. You have great content that so many of ys enjoy. Happy 2024 Captain! We'll be looking for you as we go through airports✈️
The value you give is the is the amazing human being you are. Thanks for continuing the videos at what ever rate you can do. There is no way to express how I enjoy who you are.
Thanks for all you do on RUclips. No sweat if the videos are not as frequent. It's important you are happy.
Thank you Kelsey . As an ex Braniff/Legacy PSA/USAir guy I learned too late to enjoy the journey and pay less attention to the goal because there will always be another goal, but there’s just one journey. You’ve figured that out, and that, my friend is not failure, it’s a treasure. Best wishes for the new year and blue skies.
Well said. 💯
Wow haven’t heard of Braniff in years. Nice flashback
That is a solid truth! My father was a slow traveler, he always took time to look around and experience people and places, and I took my cues from him to my eternal benefit.
I don't always remember why I was passing through or visiting a place, but I certainly remember the people I met and things I did while there.
I'm an ex Braniff, Texas International, Delta, Continental. British Caledonian girl. Sometimes that journey you mentioned is from one carrier to another in search of a stable job. But it was sure fun while it lasted.
Well said sir! I second that!
YOU are incredible! As a black female pilot going into her senior years…absolutely love your content! Pilot? Made it to my twin engine ratings. I once thought I wanted to be a commercial pilot. That never happened. I raised 4 wonderful sons. That was the most wonderful part of my life. I live my old fantasies through you. And I learn so much! Thanks for all you do. One of my best accomplishments in life was getting my instrument rating. When I have challenges in life….I tell myself “ If I achieved that….then I can do this!”
I love your videos Kelsey. Yours and Mentour Pilot's videos are the only ones that I watch. You guys just work so hard and it's awesome that you are able to give us glimpses of a life that many of us wanted, but for whatever reason it didn't happen. I haven't touched a yoke in years (was just a PP SEL), but I still enjoying hearing about this stuff. Thank you for what you've done. Take care of yourself first. Back in my pilot days, where I was flying to my regional job sites (in a Mooney 231)... I stayed in hotels constantly and grew to hate it. Oh... I reading in the comments below I see that you're a captain! WOOT!!! Congrats!
Not a fail. You recognised that the targets you set weren’t getting you closer to the goals you were aiming for, and that some of those goals weren’t enhancing your life.
These are fabulous lessons
Hey Kelsey, every chance you won't see this. I've lived in a bunch of different countries and cities and my advice is: be where your people are. If you have a group concentrated in one geographical area and you like spending time with them, then be with them. The main thing is that wherever we are, we take our dissatisfaction with us. You might as well be in your community while you sort that part of yourself out - then you can live where you like. But, the older we get the harder it is to form those friendship groups. Just a word of advice from someone who did this for years. (It was loads of fun, but by god it's tiring.) Take care of yourself and all the best for the new year.
@@SUPERPOWERCHINA_I've spent time in China, huge respect for the ordinary Chinese
@@SUPERPOWERCHINA_ : You are a lying communist troll! You have been reported for spamming this channel!!
Live where your people are is the BEST advice. I would have said it myself, but @Jablicek said it first and probably better than I could have. Heed this advice, you won't be sorry.
@@InfoSecGuardian Yes, I think we minimise how important it is to be around the people we love. Even if you have work that allows you to travel to see people, when you're having a terrible day you can't simply call someone up for a coffee and a chat spontaneously, and vice versa.
Congrats Captain. No worries. Always appreciate your videos. Take care of yourself and best wishes for the new year!
You've helped inspire me to learn and grow and finally go to flight school which is something I've wanted to do my whole life. Thank you for what you do and thank you for remembering to take care of yourself. I really appreciate you.
Your humility is only eclipsed by your humanity. You have Succeeded greatly! This is the time to reflect. Thank you Kelsey have a Happy New Year!
You haven't failed Kelsey, you have succeeded in so many ways. You are now a Captain, you have a successful channel and you have faithful followers. You produce amazing content and you need to balance that with personal life and work, we understand that. Do what you need to do, take a break and just keep being the amazing person you are, we all appreciate what you do. Wishing you a Happy New Year and thank you for all of your content.
You are such a special person. I love watching your videos. You have helped me thru a very tough time. Thank you.
Congratulations Kelsey..I have always enjoyed your content going way back, and watching your progress, enjoying your anecdotes and seeing you team up with other great commercial aviators has been brilliant. ❤
Boring for Kelsey is genuinely interesting for all your subscribers.
Just hearing your point of view on anything aviation or travel related IS giving us value.
Keep going! More of the same. DO NOT CHANGE.
👍🏻🇬🇧😎
Wise decision!
Happy New Year, Captain!
Keep on!
I have learned SO much from following YOU! I THANK YOU for all the work you do to create for your channel. Those of us who have followed you both long term and recently have been enlightened on aspects of the world you inhabit. I am certain I’m not alone in supporting your channel however you need or choose to maintain it. Find your home, we ALL need one at some point in our lives. Take time to ‘live’ in real time. And young man, CONGRATULATIONS on your promotion 🥂🍾!! You ARE a class act, I AGREE 100%!
I hate flying so I started watching your videos to understand more about what is happening and how a pilot sees it. I have flown a few times since and have flights lined up for next year and am way less anxious about it. Keep doing what makes you happy and know that your videos have helped at least someone fly with some confidence.
I think the value you've added here is explaining that being a pilot isn't always easy. Everyone thinks it's a glamorous job, especially when you get to jet around in a 74 but people fail to realize that there are significant personal challenges that come with it. Kudos to you for not being afraid to point that out.
You bring to life the HUMAN ELEMENT of aviation better than any other creator I've watched.
You are human, and humble. And because of those two things alone we watch your content and commentary. ❤
You're right on that one. I have absolutely no interest in aviation, but I'm subscribed to this channel just for Kelsey !
One of his videos got randomly recommended to me one day, and even if I understood pretty much nothing of what he was talking about, I liked his personality so much that I subscribed and have not missed a video of his since then. I learned a lot with him and tried to watch other aviation channels, but I always come back to Kelsey's videos. He just has a way of sharing his knowledge and thought that feels different, very human and down to earth (no pun intended 😅).
Kelsey, I love your videos. They are much more interesting than many other aviation vlogs. As a aviation buff I watch a bunch and hope you keep making more. Greetings from LAX!
Glad all is well with you. I have really enjoyed watching your videos, and began to get worried when I didn’t see any more videos posted. You deserve rest though! That is a very good reason for not that many videos recently. So glad you’re ok in 2024! Many blessings to you sir!
It’s okay to monetize RUclips and realize there are lots of folks who would love to Wear a 74gear hat. Love how humble you are. As a fellow jet pilot I realize how heavy your load is and your videos always bring value. Happy New Year Captain!
then have people send in pics on planes wearing 74 gear.
I hear what Kelsey is saying and respect it. That being said, I'd buy a "74 Gear" hat too :)
I am not a pilot and not even remotely interested in being one. But I do fly a decent amount for work and pleasure. I also love watching this guy and his channel
Absolutely... it's a popular channel, an advertising friendly popular channel by the way, operating in a free market. Any revenue is Kelsey's to keep and any merch opportunities are voluntary transactions. He earned his position in life and anything that comes his way as a result.
It doesn't sound like money is the issue. If it were I'd be happy to support a Patreon. But it sounds to me more like it's just a work/life/RUclips balance that he's having a hard time finding.
You're not just at the top of my aviation channels, you're one of my top 5 favorite youtubers. It'll just make it even more exciting to see a new video with the slower pace. You gotta take care of yourself. I'm sure all of us would rather see a slower pace than see you burn out. We'll be here for ya regardless, always keeping the blue side up.
Hi Kelsey. I just wanted to jump on and say thank you so much for all of your videos and all of your hard work sharing so much about flying. Please do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself even if it means taking a break or changing up your videos. I just wanted to thank you and make sure you know how valuable your channel has been to me. I used to have a paralyzing fear of flying that affected my ability to travel and see friends and family. I have put a lot of work into fighting this fear, and your videos have played a huge role in the progress I’ve made so far. I cannot thank you enough for sharing so much about flying, flight safety, flight mechanics, and the experience of what it’s like in the cockpit. I have such a better understanding of planes and so much trust in the flight crew to keep us safe. Understanding what’s going on in the plane around me and everything the flight crew has been trained to do to keep us safe, hearing how pilots land safely during incredible emergencies is so helpful in keeping my fears at bay. I just want you to know that your channel is meaningful and has seriously helped people like me. You’re doing great work and I hope to keep seeing you in whatever form your channel takes. Thanks and keep the blue side up!
Proud of you!
Glad to hear that you’ll slow down some things to maintain focus into yourself and what really matters.
Social media it’s a part of life, not all of it.
Congrats and have a really amazing 2024!
Congratulations, Captain. Don't worry about us fans, we're still going to be here. Best wishes for you in the new year and take care.
Mental health in aviation is excessively touchy - it’s like we can’t even mention it.
I think you hit the nail in the head. Balance. This industry keeps pushing us, and while we love it, passion alone can’t sustain an industry that knows no limits.
I’m inspired by this one Kelsey. Thank you.
Yeah I agree
Congratulations, Captain! As everyone has been saying, please don't stress over how many videos you are able to produce. Thanks for the ones you already have given us. I enjoy watching them while I'm laying over in my hotel as a passenger locomotive engineer. Take care!
I just love your attitude. You are such a good person and your videos are so awesome! Take the time you need to refresh. You deserve it! We are not going anywhere and will look forward to watching going forward .
You've always given us huge value. And congratulations on your promotion Captain.
Kelsey, you haven't failed. Sometimes we aren't able to accomplish what we thought we could in a year, c'est la vie, we are human. Now you're making a course correction and hopefully will get the time to make those connections and plant roots. The rest of us will look forward to your videos whether every other week or once a month. Take care of yourself, you deserve it. And congrats on making Captain!
I really appreciate what you do, Kelsey, and am happy to wait longer for your awesome content.
One thing i get from you , way back in the early vids. Your honest and true and i really appreciate your content. Love from Scotland!!!
Kelsey: having an anchor for your life is a noble and essential goal. What we appreciate about you is your honesty. Your audience wants you to have a balance. We will cherish what you offer and we will be happy to hear that you are progressing in your life outside of flying and RUclips. Happy New Year!
You have NOT failed at explaining the world of aviation and making us experience (a bit) what a pilot does. And you do it great!
You should absolutely slow down if you feel you need to. Those videos should not feel like a ball and chain, a burden.
We will still be here, when you come back to chat with us. 🥰🥰🥰Happy New Year!
I think you have a very good aviation channel in the format you have been using. We all can reassess things & come up with a different plan of action at times. I am sure the different concepts for videos you come up with moving forward will continue providing value to your followers & aviation enthusiasts. Wishing you a Happy & successful 2024!
Thank u for giving us all 5he insights of what u do. Glad to hear your taken time for yourself. You deserve the peace