Friedman Memorial: Aspen’s High-Altitude Challenge
Friedman Memorial Airport in Aspen, Colorado, challenged pilots for decades before its replacement by Aspen/Pitkin County Airport in 2019. The old airport featured a 7,006-foot...
Beechcraft Bonanza vs Cirrus SR22: Speed Demons Compared
Pilots shopping for high-performance singles often narrow their choices to the Beechcraft Bonanza and Cirrus SR22. Both aircraft cruise above 170 knots, carry four people...
Johnson Creek Airport: Idaho’s Most Challenging Strip
Johnson Creek Airport ranks among Idaho’s most challenging backcountry strips, testing even experienced mountain pilots. Located in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness,...
Diamond DA40 Review: The Modern Flight Trainer
The Diamond DA40 has become the primary trainer at many flight schools, replacing aging Cessna 172s and Piper Warriors. This Austrian-designed aircraft combines modern composite...
Minam Lodge: Oregon’s Fly-In Only Wilderness Resort
Minam Lodge sits in Oregon’s Eagle Cap Wilderness, accessible only by aircraft, horse, or a 14-mile hike. The private 2,200-foot grass strip serves this historic...
How to Get Your Tailwheel Endorsement
The tailwheel endorsement opens doors to flying classic aircraft, backcountry strips, and warbirds. This additional training teaches skills that make any pilot better, regardless of...
Best Backcountry Planes Under $100K
Finding an affordable backcountry aircraft doesn’t mean compromising on capability. Several proven designs deliver exceptional short-field performance, rugged construction, and bush flying characteristics while staying...
McCall Airport: Idaho’s Premier Mountain Flying Destination
McCall Municipal Airport (KMYL) serves as Idaho’s premier mountain flying destination, sitting at 5,024 feet elevation in the Payette National Forest. This small airport provides...
ADS-B In vs Out: What Pilots Actually Need
ADS-B technology transformed general aviation in 2020 when the FAA mandated equipage. Understanding the difference between ADS-B In and Out determines which equipment you need...
Aviation Headset Guide: ANR vs Passive
Your headset’s the one piece of gear you wear every single flight. Cheap one gives you headaches after an hour, expensive one makes flying way...
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