Sailing La Vagabonde · video

What this video covers

Riley and Elayna take a flight in a Foxbat A22 light aircraft piloted by a local acquaintance named JP near Kerikeri, New Zealand.0:09 During the flight, JP provides a brief safety briefing, instructing the passengers to keep the door latched and avoid touching the throttle or pedals unless given control.1:28 He demonstrates basic flight maneuvers, including takeoff procedures, and allows both Riley and Elayna to handle the controls at an airspeed of 45 knots.6:28 Following the flight, the group travels to Apoorva Marina to take JP sailing on La Vagabonde.8:40 JP, a filmmaker and pilot who grew up in South West Africa, discusses his background in drone technology and his interest in the similarities between flying and sailing.10:11 The excursion concludes with the crew and their guest planning future activities, including spearfishing and camping.12:36

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