Ag Aviation Showcased Whirlwind Aviation in Fisher, AR, with Digital Creator One-Legged Aviation
Recently, Brandon Vilt’s One-Legged Aviation YouTube channel spent time with NAAA member Rodney Shelley of Whirlwind Aviation in Fisher, AR, offering viewers an inside look at agricultural aviation. During the interview, Rodney walked Brandon through a true “day in the life” of an ag pilot, explaining how the aircraft operates, how aerial application works, and what goes into each day and each season. The discussion included an in-depth look at the cockpit, GPS use, spray system, along with a comparison of applying dry product with a spreader versus wet application.
One-Legged Aviation is the YouTube channel created by Brandon Vilt, a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant, amputee, powered paragliding pilot, and self-described full-time aviation addict. Brandon uses the platform to sit down with pilots and share real aviation stories and detailed aircraft walkarounds bringing aviation to life for a wide audience.