Ice Pilots of NWT Series on History Channel this Fall!

[AMM]

Everyone is a drama queen when the cameras are rolling.
More often then not, its what these shows focus on. Soap operas for men. Pathetic!

[dashx]

Soap operas for men.....

I think I have worked with more than one pilot that enjoyed (and still does) Y and R

on his days off.......

[Koizie1]

November 18th at 7pm History Channel. Word.

[HistoryTVCanada]

Hi All,

We are glad to see that everyone is as excited as we are for Ice Pilots NWT! The show will premiere on Wednesday, November 18 at 10 pm ET/PT.

For more clips, including a series trailer please check out our YouTube page:
http://www.youtube.com/user/HistoryTVCanada

- History Television

[wan2fly99]

Wed at 10:00 on the history channel they are going to premier Ice Pilot
Will have to watch except on the same day and time on Discovery they have Mayday which I have been
watching for years

Thank god for the internet, will watch one on the Internet when they stream it

Anybody watch Mayday, I am learning a lot about what happens in an air crash
Devastating

[AME 283]

Better not advertise too much, TC will be writing violations as they watch !!!

[linecrew]

You can find most of the Mayday and other aviation accident investigation documentaries online at this site:

http://aci.110mb.com/

[Donald]

Will this be in the show?

Detail Information

User Name:Donaldson, John Date:2009-04-21 Further Action Required:Yes O.P.I.:Commercial & Business Aviation

Narrative:Initial information received from T.S.B. Initial Notification [#A09O0071]: The Buffalo Airways Curtiss C46 aircraft (C-FAVO) had departed from Koper Lake Ice Strip destined for Geraldton, Ontario. After a southbound departure, the flight crew decided to complete an eastbound, low-level inspection of the southern end of the airstrip, specifically the newly-made turnaround area. While manoeuvring at treetop level, at an airspeed of 140kts, the crew encountered a wind gust and struck a tree with the left wingtip. The flight crew elected to continue the flight to Geraldton, where the aircraft was landed without further incident. Maintenance staff repaired the wingtip and returned the aircraft to service.
User Name:Donaldson, John Date:2009-11-13 Further Action Required:No O.P.I.: Narrative:UPDATE Follow-up information received from Commercial & Business Aviation [2009/11/12]: A Civil Aviation Safety Inspector (CASI) advised that this was handled under the operator's safety management system. A corrective action plan was submitted and this incident has now been closed.

[gonnabeapilot]

I was watching History Television yesterday and saw a preview for an upcoming show called "Ice Pilots NWT".

http://www.history.ca/ontv/titledetails ... eid=247921

It looks like it follows a bunch of pilots at Buffalo in Yellowknife. Could prove to be either very interesting or very cheesy. Does anybody know any more about the show? Better yet, does anybody on here actually appear in any of the episodes? The first episode is on Wednesday. I know I'll be watching!

[godsrcrazy]

It is suppose to air Wednesday november 18 at 10 pm est on History channel ca. You can look up all this on he internet address you posted. I do no have access to this channel so i am hoping someone can tell me were i can get it over the internet.

[Human Factor]

Why do I get the horrible feeling this is going to turn into American Chopper Airlines?

[Stevo226]

Just a reminder, it airs tonight

[Pratt]

Saw some ads on tv the last few days for it that were pretty hokey, hopefully the show is better.

[Changes in Latitudes]

I thought it was pretty good. A little reality tv hype, but an interesting show for sure. Nice job Buffalo crew.

[Rubberbiscuit]

Interactive website:

http://www.icepilots.com/

[invertedattitude]

As said a bit of TV hype, but a great entertaining show! Can't wait for more.

[Hot Fuel]

I concur with Changes in Latitudes, you have to keep in mind the show is geared towards the average TV audience not pilots, they need to add suspense and drama through commentary. All in all looked like a typical day in the life of a northern operator.

On a side note I would assume that Joe has say as to the final product that is shown to ensure nothing is aired that is going embarrass his company or get his phone ringing from Transport.

Case in point they made it seem like the C-46 co-pilot just showed up and wham the next morning he was in the right seat on a revenue trip to see if he could fly. I'm sure he had completed a ground school and all the required ground training prior to being handed the controls.

[thecaptain]

Good show. Enjoyed it a lot. Even the wife enjoyed it. Maybe I can convince her to ditch Melrose Place completely now.

[Bushav8er]

I like watching old airplanes but beyond that...show wise, no comment.

...to ensure nothing is aired that is going embarrass his company or get his phone ringing from Transport.

Really? First show and 3 aircraft, 3 engine problems and a delay with no back-up A/C. I know this stuff happens from time to time but this made it look like it happens everyday.

[fogghorn]

Is this an opp for Buff Joe to make his exit gracefully with royalties from a goofy reality show

Just a theory..

[Ogee]

On a side note I would assume that Joe has say as to the final product that is shown to ensure nothing is aired that is going embarrass his company or get his phone ringing from Transport.

No he doesn't.

Embarrass his company? It already was an embarrassment.

[Hot Fuel]

Ogee I don't think thats a very fair comment, Joe and his company have been around a very long time, operating a difficult business model in a tough climate. The equipment he elects to operate is a unique mix and he does a really fine job of getting the job done. I'll bet a year of my wages that if he handed you the keys to the operation the doors would be closed for good within a year.

What have you owned, built or had hands on control of that is anywhere near as successful? I thought so...so where do you get off making that comment?

[Rosco]

So I just watched the first episode of Ice Pilots.

If any other engineers saw it, what do you think caused the #2 engine to have problems?

It was the one that a recent magneto replaced, they flew it and then it started to run rough and shake. They did a shutdown procedure on it, and it wouldnt feather.

They didn't say what the problem was, so of course Im just dieing to know. I have my guess, but I would have loved to have heard exactly what happened!

I saw at the end of the show an engine being loaded or unloaded into a plane, replacement or whatever for the bad one? Its my guess anyway.

I think it could have been some debris or FOD in the oil, that took out the last prop governor and the new one they put on. Either by blocking orfices or something. The engine could have or maybe did make a ton of metal, and I would like to see the insides haha.

Anywho, we'll hopefully find out next episode!

[Jastapilot]

The show sure brings back memories of my time all over the north, including YZF. I'll say this, after what I've heard about Joe over the years, he's no different than any of those 'famous' entrepreneurs scattered throughout the north. The difference his planes are green.

[MZUNGO]

So I just watched the first episode of Ice Pilots.

If any other engineers saw it, what do you think caused the #2 engine to have problems?

It was the one that a recent magneto replaced, they flew it and then it started to run rough and shake. They did a shutdown procedure on it, and it wouldnt feather.

They didn't say what the problem was, so of course Im just dieing to know. I have my guess, but I would have loved to have heard exactly what happened!

I think it could have been some debris or FOD in the oil, that took out the last prop governor and the new one they put on. Either by blocking orfices or something. The engine could have or maybe did make a ton of metal, and I would like to see the insides haha.

Anywho, we'll hopefully find out next episode!

the prop gov was on the DC-3 the mag swap was on the C-46.