Commemorative Air Force Alaska 

By Regan Tunstall & Wella Marie Are you interested in learning more about the Alaska warbirds? The Commemorative Air Force Alaska Wing, founded by World War 2 Veteran Colonel Howard “Mike” Hunt, strives to uphold their mission of restoring and preserving combat aircraft in the US.   Col. Hunt started the Alaska chapter in the late…

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Obvious and Logical- The Ice-Cold Case of N1812H 

By Jim Gibertoni by Joan Skilbred  On October 16, 1972, a Pan Alaska Airways, Ltd. flight from Anchorage to Juneau, Alaska failed to make its destination and was never seen or heard   from again.  The plane N1812H, a twin-engine Cessna 310C, was owned by Pan Alaska Airways LLC.  The pilot was Don Jonz from Fairbanks,…

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A Role for Rules 

By Bernie Willis  A highly experienced, respected and accomplished European aviator said to me,  “Rules are for fools, but a guide for wise men.” Contemplating his statement my mind bounced like a ball in a hand ball court. Try following these thoughts!  Now, rules are for our safety. When followed we stay within safe guidelines.…

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Advocacy With Adam, Q4 Overview

Adam White, Alaska Airmen’s Association Government Affairs We continue to work with Federal, State, and local officials on behalf of our members, ensuring Alaska Aviation remains accessible and a viable means of transportation and recreation. The following issues are just a few examples of how we work towards those goals.  Anchorage Class C Redesign  The…

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