About us

We believe that by sharing personal experiences we gain insight and become better pilots. So we created this website where students, seasoned pilots, and everyone in-between can share their experiences with aviation in an easy to read, beautiful way. Our hope is that you will follow our site, read these heartfelt articles and continue to become the safest, most proficient pilot possible.

Ten years ago, I got a Pilot’s Certificate for one reason: to ...

What Must Be in Your Backcountry Bug-out Bag Should the Worst Happen ...

Many pilots find backcountry flying highly rewarding, and so can you. Have ...

How to Build a Fire to Survive in the Wilderness Unprepared Flying ...

Techniques for Finding Water in the Wild Flying in the more remote ...

Middle Fork Outfitters’ B Bar C Ranch: Year-round Remote Fly-in Ranch Are you ...

The Cessna 182 Skylane: Jack of All Trades By Galen L. Hanselman ...

Preparing for your first backcountry landing, and gaining the skills to safely explore ...

Mackay Bar airstrip, in central Idaho along the south bank of the ...

The Hidden Splendor airstrip provides access to a stunning wilderness area with rich ...