Alaska is thawing, STOL competition coming

April 24, 2022 VOL 5, ISSUE 9

Explore the world from the airport out.

Alaskan spring traditions

Homer, Alaska

To the edge

Pilots dream of flying in Alaska, of testing themselves against the legendary mountain passes and dynamic weather. Along the coast, we fall under its spell.

Valdez, Alaska

Masters of STOL to return

The Valdez Fly-In (May 13 through 15) returns with a world-class lineup of short-field masters. Get a feel for the experience from our coverage in 2017 and 2018.

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Palmer, Alaska

Great Alaska Aviation Gathering approaches

Thousands celebrate spring at the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering, which will return to the Alaska State Fairgrounds May 7 and 8. We joined about 25,000 attendees in 2018.

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Bristol Bay/Southern Alaska

Fishing worthy of the journey (2017)

Fishing seasons begin in May and run through September. Each season, world-class guides fly pampered guests to dozens of rivers.

Lake Clark Pass, Alaska

VIDEO: Flying Lake Clark Pass in a Husky (2018)

A narrowing and notorious mountain pass presents a challenge with clouds closing in. The value of a 180-degree turn lies in knowing when to start one.

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Valdez STOL competition action

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