In this video, Trent Palmer and I uncover the haunting aftermath of a plane crash in the Owens Valley—a stark reminder of the consequences of pilot mistakes. What started as a day of fishing in the Eastern Sierra Mountains took a dramatic turn when satellite imagery revealed a downed aircraft on a remote mountainside. As we investigated the wreckage, we pieced together the story of a tragic accident, learning about the pilot’s critical errors and the fatal impact of the infamous Owens Valley mountain waves.
Join us as we explore the site and delve into the chilling history of a 1968 Piper Cherokee Six. This crash serves as a somber lesson in decision-making and the dangers of pushing limits in adverse conditions. I also reflect on my own near-miss in the Owens Valley, where turbulent waves almost ended my journey.
Amidst the heavy discoveries, Trent and I find moments to connect with nature, fish the East Walker River, and share stories. This adventure is more than just uncovering history; it’s about learning from the past to become safer and more cautious pilots.
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 The Eastern Sierras
01:12 I know how to fish, seriously.
01:57 We might need Matt's Offroad Recovery
04:47 We found a plane wreck
07:40 Unpacking what happened
11:44 We found shoes...
12:28 We might not have been the first people here.
13:51 The NTSB had a report. And it was not good.
17:12 The play-by-play. What can we learn from this?
19:22 How this has changed my flying
20:58 I still can't fish