Engaging YouTube Channels

Bradley Friesen – A Canadian adventure pilot whose channel is all about thrilling helicopter escapades in the wild. Bradley’s videos – like heli-skiing, mountain landings, even a viral “heli hockey” game on a frozen alpine lake – showcase stunning visuals of British Columbia. He’s garnered a substantial following (over 200K subscribers) thanks to these unique adventures. Viewers also love the cameos by his bulldog “Bentley,” who tags along with doggie headsets for helicopter rides. Friesen’s content captures the fun, daring side of rotorcraft life, making him one of YouTube’s most popular heli personalities.

Pilot Yellow (Mischa Gelb) – A globe-trotting helicopter pilot who takes viewers along for the ride. Mischa (“Pilot Yellow”) has about 140K subscribers and is considered “one of the favorite helicopter pilots on the internet” by the community. His channel features everything from inter-country ferry flights in a Robinson, to day-in-the-life vlogs and even mundane tasks like aircraft washing (which fans find surprisingly interesting). He’s known for an upbeat, educational style – whether he’s showcasing remote corners of the world from above or explaining helicopter basics. Pilot Yellow’s around-the-world adventures and approachable manner keep his engagement high.

Pilot Bambi – A fast-rising helicopter vlogger known for her adventurous spirit. Pilot Bambi (a helicopter pilot originally from Europe) has built a strong following (~122K subscribers) with cinematic vlogs and a personal touch. She documented an epic journey flying a tiny helicopter from the Netherlands down through Africa – an adventure that captivated viewers and even drew media attention. Her videos often highlight the challenges and joys of being a young female pilot exploring new horizons. With stunning scenery, honest commentary, and some daring flying (e.g. landing on remote islands or navigating extreme winds), Pilot Bambi’s channel delivers both inspiration and entertainment for helicopter fans.

Pilot Teacher & Training Channels – The helicopter community also flocks to instructional channels for fundamentals. Pilot Teacher on YouTube, for example, is a helicopter-specific instructor channel recommended for clear how-to videos on flying techniques. Similarly, the Helicopter Online Ground School channel (run by an experienced CFI) offers a trove of free training clips on aerodynamics, maneuvers, and pilot tips. Many student pilots use these videos as study aids before checkrides, finding them “clutch” for breaking down complex topics While these channels may not have subscriber counts as high as the adventure vloggers, they boast very engaged audiences; their content is highly valued by aspiring pilots who want to learn from seasoned pros. (Even popular science creator Smarter Every Day earned shout-outs for his rotorcraft physics videos, illustrating the thirst for accessible helicopter knowledge in the YouTube space.)