When I was young I wanted to emigrate to America. Now I am 61 years young and still in the Netherlands. I have been to America once (Houston) on my way to Costa Rica for my youngest brother's wedding. Now that I see your videos, I'm starting to get the itch to visit America again before I'm old. I don't know if it will happen, but it is number 1 on my list. And then I will definitely come to your place to fly.
Good to see you having a good time. Making life an adventure with hot air balloons and drones just doesn’t get much better. Oh btw, you captured some great shots. Places I may never see in my life so I get to live it through video. You made me feel like I was with you. Adventure on Ken. Great content bud.
That's a "Dam" good time, happy you could Rise to the occasion, but knew you could because you're full of Hot Air and could have blown it up by your self....Thanks for this Elevated video ! You deserve a Basket of praise !
I really enjoy your videos. By the way, I did purchase an avata 2 that I fly with my goggles and controller 2, and the avata 2 flies noticeably smoother. I just wish it was a little bit smaller in size for going through small gaps. Keep the videos coming.
We had a pilot in the Albuquerque festival and he was able to take us down to skim the water of the Rio Grande. Anyone watching you have to get a ride once in your life.
If you are around Page, be SURE to head over the Antelope Canyon! That's Navajo land and they might give permission to let you fly through the canyon! That would be incredible footage with in slow motion! All of the southwest around there in any direction is just amazing landscapes. Definitely scenic modes...no need for fancy flying....
I ask my friends "Wouldn't you appreciate thumbs up on your video and all the work that went into it?". Hypothetically for most though some have uploaded some videos. And most of them started using the like and subscribe button like it was their own channel.😄 So tell your friends 😅
My buddy, Ken, I’m telling myself that I am you and I am doing all these fantastic things. This is as much fun as the Route 66 adventure and you are just getting started. I wish you safe travels and I look forward to the next segment of your journey. All the best, my friend! - Robert
When it came to the virgin ceremony and the champagne I said to myself well he is most certainly a virgin for that. I remember us talking a few years back at liberty about drinking and you told me about it. This has been on your bucket list for so long really glad you got to experience the rush of flying without pinching more like gripping. Great video can't wait to see your Vegas videos.
I’ve tried to watch as many of your videos as I can. I’ve seen some beautiful places and things that you have filmed. This has to be the most generous scenery that I’ve seen in your videos. This is real “droner boner” video! Have you been out West before? If not, can you believe what you are seeing? Holy cow! It is fun for me to see someone I’m familiar with enjoy these vistas. Keep em’ coming.
Great video! Enjoyed every minute of it. The scenery you captured was spectacular and made me want to take a similar trip myself. Thanks for a very entertaining video. 👍👍👨🦳
This isn't the Grand Canyon, nor is it National Park land. While the National Park Service has previously offered up a Policy Memorandum towards prohibiting the use of UAS within park boundaries, there are means for some operations that are perfectly legal. Flight from outside the park boundaries, operations approved by the park superintendent, and operations upon waterways not administered by NPS, among other reasons can be legitimate exceptions.
@@KenHeron I am guessing Ken took off from outside the park boundary, for example at Horseshoe Bend (which is in the park) and landed outside the park, after the overflight of the rim, which makes it entirely legal. Pilot must carefully check opensky, and other apps to make sure they know the boundaries of caution and prohibited areas. I am wondering about over flying over the Navajo land, as I think they don't allow takeoff and landings on their reservation lands without permission and no-fly signs can be seen around the scenic reservation lands quite often.
I don't know how I missed this one, I work about 1.5 miles from Cornerstone park where you guys met up. I was working all day Saturday though. Will put it on next year's calendar. Also, did you film Horseshoe Bend from the bottom? Because there's No Drone Zone signs posted at the top viewing area.
Ken, thanks for explaining that taking off and landing in National Parks is not allowed, but how you can legally get drone flights over the Parks. I would hope drone operators carefully research before trying to fly in National Parks and Monument areas!
@@KenHeron Did you get permission to fly within national Monuments? Fly by the dam? Over Navajo tribal land? I tried to fly over Navajo land but was denied. I wanted to fly the dam but that is a no fly zone, did you get permission?
@KenHeron you should come to Australia at some point. I would personally recommend coming around june-july if you want to avoid our heat as our summers can get brutal, and it's currently magpie season. A black and white feathered terrorist. The magpie is probably the most feared animal in Australia.
I've done some bashing and smashing out here. My other's probably something that needs fixed but I don't have tools with me on this trip unfortunately.
Don't need one! Take off from the river. Class G airspace. NOT a National Park The Department of the interior's language on what a drone actually is is ambiguous. 🤘
Hey Ken, this has nothing to do with the video (which I have watched and enjoyed very much) but I figured I'd let you know, . . . I just got a hardly used Phantom 4! I can't wait for my first flight. It was rainy and a bit windy today so not a good day for a maiden flight. In the past I've picked up a Phantom 1 and a Phantom 2. Each flew nicely. But I am wondering do you have any advice for my first Phantom 4 flight? I also own 3+ Yuneec Typhoon 500Gs and 3+ Horizon Hobby Chromas (also made by Yuneec). So I am not a newbee. I've also talked with you live on the phone a couple times about FAA stuff. Scott W. is the name.
Hey Scott. Just don't fly too far away from you and make sure that you have OEM DJI batteries and not some knock off recreations. That would end badly for you. Happy flying!
@@KenHeron The Phantom came with two OEM batteries that charge up real nice. I think this quad was hardly flown! I got it for just over $300 and that included taxes and shipping. : - )
That's a terrible statement - 'we don't have lateral control'. Seasoned balloon pilots use the air currents at different altitudes to control direction to an extent. No, you can't go wherever you choose, but to suggest that you have no control is not correct
Hey Ken has anyone told you that you look like the lady in the office on the show Tracker? She looks just like you! Who agrees? You look like a middle age lesbian...can I say that?😅
When I was young I wanted to emigrate to America. Now I am 61 years young and still in the Netherlands. I have been to America once (Houston) on my way to Costa Rica for my youngest brother's wedding. Now that I see your videos, I'm starting to get the itch to visit America again before I'm old. I don't know if it will happen, but it is number 1 on my list. And then I will definitely come to your place to fly.
Let's get you and Rob over here for sure!
@@dronerob I love to, I just have to save for a few years🤑
I love Raymond.
He's the best!
The scenery is absolutely breathtaking! Thank you for sharing nature’s incredible artistry with us!👍💯
Your reveal at 5:19 was spectacular!
Hey thanks!
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. 😊
Wow, amazing video! Beautiful footage with a dose of wackiness thrown in for good measure.
Thanks man!
Looks like I'm going to head to California after Las Vegas. 😎🤘
I am super jealous. That had to be an amazing trip. I would love to get out there with my camera!! Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure Ken!!!
Your channel has really grown! I've been here since very early on and it's great to see a good guy being successful! Rock on, brother!
I appreciate that!
I think they called this living your best life. Looked like a lot of fun.
SO much fun!
Great post Ken!!! I didn't know I needed this until I watched it.
So happy you enjoyed it!!
Beautiful Intro! Sweet Dive! Breathtaking Views! Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure
Thanks!
(To whoever did that sweet dive.)
😜
The Air mode gave it away!
That's some dedication Ken to drive that far. Always love your videos Ken.
I having a BLAST!
Alot of Hot Air Info Ken.........
Great Video..Stunning locations...
Thanks for that Bronson
Fun adventure. I am glad they let you pull the rope. 🎉
Awesome Ken. Great video and beautiful footage!
Thanks Scott!
He's bringing that balloon to Mindfield.
Hope you'll be there!
Wow, what an amazing trip buddy. Our daredevil Ken the man was sky high 😂😂🎉🎉👏🏻👏🏻
Oh man, great video, Ken! Can't wait for more adventures!
Thanks Joe!
Having a blast out here
Awesome video again! Love it how you always manage to come across the nicest most chill people 😃 Already looking forward to your next adventure.
There are so many kind and passionate aviators out there!
That was a great video. What a fun time. Thanks for sharing it
Another super fun video, great work Ken
Glad you enjoyed it!!
That was cool Ken cheers.
Thanks! ☺️
Good to see you having a good time.
Making life an adventure with hot air balloons and drones just doesn’t get much better.
Oh btw, you captured some great shots. Places I may never see in my life so I get to live it through video. You made me feel like I was with you.
Adventure on Ken.
Great content bud.
That's a "Dam" good time, happy you could Rise to the occasion, but knew you could because you're full of Hot Air and could have blown it up by your self....Thanks for this Elevated video ! You deserve a Basket of praise !
Haa!!
Very well said.
Thanks! ☺️
Brilliant videos as always buddy. Thanks for sharing these stunning sites 😊
Glad you like them!
What an awesome video! I’ve admired hot air balloons since I was a child and it was cool to get an in depth look at one!
They are so much fun! You should get a ride if you can. 👍
Always impressed with the journey your videos take us on. 😂
Thx for the fun and entertainment.
Thank you so much Eddie! Stay steady. ☺️
You do some cool stuff with your life, Ken.
always a pleasure to watch, sir looking forward to the next one
Thank you kindly!
I really enjoy your videos. By the way, I did purchase an avata 2 that I fly with my goggles and controller 2, and the avata 2 flies noticeably smoother. I just wish it was a little bit smaller in size for going through small gaps. Keep the videos coming.
Very cool!
You'll love that drone.
Awesome flying.
Thanks 👍
Always entertaining. Thanks Ken.
My pleasure!!☺️
Gorgeous scenery, and an excellent narration by the best. Way to go Ken. ❤
Thank you kindly!☺️
We had a pilot in the Albuquerque festival and he was able to take us down to skim the water of the Rio Grande. Anyone watching you have to get a ride once in your life.
Sounds amazing!
If you are around Page, be SURE to head over the Antelope Canyon! That's Navajo land and they might give permission to let you fly through the canyon! That would be incredible footage with in slow motion!
All of the southwest around there in any direction is just amazing landscapes. Definitely scenic modes...no need for fancy flying....
Heck yeah!!
Awesome video Ken, I just wish with all of those views people would hit the like button more often!
You and me both!
I ask my friends "Wouldn't you appreciate thumbs up on your video and all the work that went into it?". Hypothetically for most though some have uploaded some videos. And most of them started using the like and subscribe button like it was their own channel.😄 So tell your friends 😅
You rock. Thank you.
My buddy, Ken,
I’m telling myself that I am you and I am doing all these fantastic things. This is as much fun as the Route 66 adventure and you are just getting started. I wish you safe travels and I look forward to the next segment of your journey.
All the best, my friend!
- Robert
Much appreciated, Robert!
This is why I do this stuff.
Glad to know you're enjoying it. ♥️
Great video again Ken
Ooohh you flew with Brian!!
You ve played several of my balloon drone clips on TNL over the years, glad you finally got to experience the other side of those kind of shot too ☺️
Soooo funny Ken 🤣👌
It is very good work!!
Damn good video. Lots of fun. Your so blessed. Keep on flying my friend.
Thanks so much!
Glad you're enjoying it!
When it came to the virgin ceremony and the champagne I said to myself well he is most certainly a virgin for that. I remember us talking a few years back at liberty about drinking and you told me about it. This has been on your bucket list for so long really glad you got to experience the rush of flying without pinching more like gripping. Great video can't wait to see your Vegas videos.
Just the jobs I so love to do. Really wish I was there with you!
Awesome! Looks like a lot of fun, except for my crippling fear of heights 😂
The footage is 🔥
😊♥️
Awesome!! Ty for sharing
You are so welcome!
Great feature, Ken!
Thanks bud! Glurgen!
Cool stuff✊ Great job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Another good one ken as much as i love fpv and flying i dont know if i could get in a ballon great video man always love the adventures 👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks 👍
That was great Ken ! Or should I call you " Flying Red Shoes " 😂 Thanks brother !! 👍
So glad you enjoyed it! Me and my red shoes had a great time.
That looked fun!!! 😂😂😂.
It absolutely was!
Great Video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’ve tried to watch as many of your videos as I can. I’ve seen some beautiful places and things that you have filmed. This has to be the most generous scenery that I’ve seen in your videos. This is real “droner boner” video!
Have you been out West before? If not, can you believe what you are seeing? Holy cow! It is fun for me to see someone I’m familiar with enjoy these vistas. Keep em’ coming.
I haven't been out west since I was a kid. Really beautiful out here!
@@KenHeron Gorgeous not generous...I'm guessing you knew that. No need to reply.
"I tried thumbin', but I ain't 16 years old"
Shots fired. 😅
🤣🤣🤘
1 word. Nice!!!!!
THANKS!
Great video! Enjoyed every minute of it. The scenery you captured was spectacular and made me want to take a similar trip myself. Thanks for a very entertaining video. 👍👍👨🦳
Glad you enjoyed it!
Take that trip. Totally worth it
Nice Ken. If your ever around Columbus Ms I got some sick oudschool railroad trusssel bridges to fly.
Cool!
Welcome to my town!!!
Thank you!!
You have a beautiful town. ☺️
@ I love living here. I do 14 Balloon Festivals a year. My brother in law sent me this. So grateful for your beautiful video
You're very welcome Robin! 😊
GPS plus Downloaded maps... but I'm pretty sure you were't really lost. great video Ken, I really enjoyed it !!!
Did they change something ? I was under the thoughts that it was not legal to fly the grand canyon, or any national parks ??
Can't fly from their property, but you can fly from outside it, maintaining VLOS of course
This isn't the Grand Canyon, nor is it National Park land.
While the National Park Service has previously offered up a Policy Memorandum towards prohibiting the use of UAS within park boundaries, there are means for some operations that are perfectly legal. Flight from outside the park boundaries, operations approved by the park superintendent, and operations upon waterways not administered by NPS, among other reasons can be legitimate exceptions.
@@KenHeron I'm glad there are ways, I always thought it was a bummer they wouldn't let you fly at the best locations... I.E. National parks
@@KenHeron I am guessing Ken took off from outside the park boundary, for example at Horseshoe Bend (which is in the park) and landed outside the park, after the overflight of the rim, which makes it entirely legal. Pilot must carefully check opensky, and other apps to make sure they know the boundaries of caution and prohibited areas. I am wondering about over flying over the Navajo land, as I think they don't allow takeoff and landings on their reservation lands without permission and no-fly signs can be seen around the scenic reservation lands quite often.
I did have permission from the tribe. Also, a lot of that land is BLM.
I don't know how I missed this one, I work about 1.5 miles from Cornerstone park where you guys met up. I was working all day Saturday though. Will put it on next year's calendar. Also, did you film Horseshoe Bend from the bottom? Because there's No Drone Zone signs posted at the top viewing area.
I was there for this. Great time. Stayed at roam America.
Oh great! Page is such a wonderful little city.
@ totally amazing. We did so much - glad to see you fpv footage checkout our travel page @whatrvdoing
Ken, thanks for explaining that taking off and landing in National Parks is not allowed, but how you can legally get drone flights over the Parks. I would hope drone operators carefully research before trying to fly in National Parks and Monument areas!
You bet!
There are loopholes you can fly in if you look hard enough. 😎🤘
If you get a chance to balloon fly above the UK or here in NZ, it’s awesome! Nice video mi amigo!
That would be cool!
🇳🇿
Nice!
Thanks!
Should have used Litchi to create a waypoint path on your way into the desert so you could follow the waypoints back out of the desert...
Perhaps, but we never expected to get lost of course.
I was in Page the same time you were, just got back from an extended road trip. Some of those places are No-Fly zones. What were you thinking?!?!?!?!
Nope. All legal if you know the rules.
@@KenHeron Did you get permission to fly within national Monuments? Fly by the dam? Over Navajo tribal land? I tried to fly over Navajo land but was denied. I wanted to fly the dam but that is a no fly zone, did you get permission?
We have some amazing scenery like that here in Australia, but a lot of it is protected land.
🇦🇺👍
@KenHeron you should come to Australia at some point. I would personally recommend coming around june-july if you want to avoid our heat as our summers can get brutal, and it's currently magpie season. A black and white feathered terrorist. The magpie is probably the most feared animal in Australia.
I hope to visit one day!
18:24 “You need help”
“You can film us”
The most polite “Stay the F%$& out of our way” ever said.
Indeed. 🤣
Did this once over Bagan, Myanmar.
What an amazing experience!
Nice informational video Ken 👍. Just wondering if you or the balloon had the most hot air?
😆🤣😂 , jk
Probably me. 😜
that tune bro...lol The later flight seems better, did you put new props on after the crash or something? Oh different drone?
I've done some bashing and smashing out here. My other's probably something that needs fixed but I don't have tools with me on this trip unfortunately.
I am actually crew chief for the Balloon Meister…
Great Video again Ken! Just one question: did you get a permit to fly above Horseshoe Bend, or....?
Don't need one!
Take off from the river.
Class G airspace.
NOT a National Park
The Department of the interior's language on what a drone actually is is ambiguous. 🤘
@KenHeron thanks for the fast answer!
🤓👍
Incredible! No trees =NO DICKS! Great video Ken! ❤🇺🇸
Hey Ken, this has nothing to do with the video (which I have watched and enjoyed very much) but I figured I'd let you know, . . . I just got a hardly used Phantom 4! I can't wait for my first flight. It was rainy and a bit windy today so not a good day for a maiden flight. In the past I've picked up a Phantom 1 and a Phantom 2. Each flew nicely. But I am wondering do you have any advice for my first Phantom 4 flight? I also own 3+ Yuneec Typhoon 500Gs and 3+ Horizon Hobby Chromas (also made by Yuneec). So I am not a newbee. I've also talked with you live on the phone a couple times about FAA stuff. Scott W. is the name.
Hey Scott.
Just don't fly too far away from you and make sure that you have OEM DJI batteries and not some knock off recreations. That would end badly for you. Happy flying!
@@KenHeron The Phantom came with two OEM batteries that charge up real nice. I think this quad was hardly flown! I got it for just over $300 and that included taxes and shipping. : - )
Thought the Canyon is a No Drone Zone. We can fly in there?
It depends on the canyon and if you've got the proper documentation.
Ken, I thought those areas in Navajo land were NO DRONE FLY ZONES?
Unless you get permission from the tribe
If you know where to look and have a Navajo guide... All good.
looks like an abandoned land fill to me
Living Large
rotor riot hat? lol
Yeah, Ray is also a drone flyer.
So the story goes, the only thing they ever found of Ken Heron in all that expanse was his red shoes.
No need for dental records! 😆
Ken in az!? Come down to phx and come fly with the Phoenix crew🤘construction sites are plentiful down here, let's get u back into fpv freestyle🙏
That would be great!
I'll be back through Phoenix next Fall.
That's a terrible statement - 'we don't have lateral control'. Seasoned balloon pilots use the air currents at different altitudes to control direction to an extent. No, you can't go wherever you choose, but to suggest that you have no control is not correct
Ok not Brian…
Anywhere is legal to fly if you don’t get caught!
🤣🤣🤣
Haha we do a renegade flight every year in Valley Of The Gods.
My Indian name is ''Don't give a damn''....Great video Ken......PS: My real name is Ken S .
Thank you Ken!
They ALLOWED you to fly Drones in that region?????
Absolutely.
Never had champagne WTF Ken! Please tell me you at least know how to swim!
I can swim.
Champagne is kinda yucky though.
They are not allowed to fly over the lake here. It’s a National Park.
@@KenHeronThank god for that 🫵🏻
Hey Ken has anyone told you that you look like the lady in the office on the show Tracker? She looks just like you! Who agrees? You look like a middle age lesbian...can I say that?😅
Well, I AM a middle aged lesbian.
So that TRACKS. 😄
Lol!@@KenHeron