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Alaska Chapter of the 99s is Revitalizing!
The Alaska Chapter of the International Organization of Women Pilots is revitalizing. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and other factors the Chapter has been inactive for a few years. Several of us feel it is time to regroup and renew. We support the International 99s Mission Statement promoting advancement of aviation through education, scholarships, and…
Read MoreSky Sisters of Alaska
Have you ever wondered if the conundrum gracing your mind’s beaches has washed ashore another’s mind? I would love to clarify that this question is for the inexperienced pilot; however, I believe that this occurrence does not discriminate by experience or age. For the extroverts, for the quiet at heart or in voice, for the…
Read MoreAlaskan Women in Aviation: Hattie Schmidtkunz
By Regan Tunstall Growing up in Sutton, Alaska, Hattie’s love for flying started when she was paragliding in her early 20s. One day when she was at Lake Lucille, she spotted a floatplane taking off and instantly knew she wanted to become a pilot. Hattie was working for the DOT most summers while pursuing her…
Read MoreMartha Stewart Thanksgiving Letter
Dear Friends, Martha Stewart will not be dining with us at my place this Thanksgiving. I’m telling you all in advance, so you won’t be surprised. Since Ms. Stewart won’t be coming, I’ve made a few small changes. Our sidewalk will not be lined with homemade, paper bag luminaries. After a trial run, it was decided…
Read MoreThe FAA’s New MOSAIC – What All Is In This Picture?
By John M. Dahlen I am frequently heard joking about how the FAA and I finally found something we totally agree on. After my stroke and three or four heart stoppages, we all agreed that I should probably no longer exercise my flight privileges as PIC. It’s one thing when your prop stops spinning at…
Read MoreGathering brings national speakers to Alaska
Tom George, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Seminars are a thread that runs through the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering. In addition to looking at the newest aviation equipment at the trade show, or admiring the aircraft in the static display, a series of seminars are scheduled that cover everything from Seaplane safety to an around-the-world…
Read MoreLanding Gear Works
Titanium Main Landing Gear, Titanium Tail Gear Springs, and all Landing Gear Works products now sold exclusively through McFarlane Aviation! The Landing Gear Works (TLGW) specializes in the manufacturing of titanium landing gear legs for Cessna 180 and 185 as well as tail gear springs, tailwheel assemblies and landing gear components for various Cessna aircraft.…
Read More3 Critical Mistakes Pilots Make About Snacking
By Kylie Viens Snacking is more than just a way to curb hunger—it’s a key strategy for pilots to maintain focus, energy, and overall health while in the air. Whether you’re flying for fun on a weekend adventure or managing long haul flights as a commercial pilot, the right snacks can help keep your energy…
Read MoreHOW OUR BRAIN IS WIRED TO FOOL US!
By John M. Dahlen It’s not uncommon for us to get caught fooling ourselves from time to time. But did you know our brain is wired to fool us virtually all of the time? It’s been said that our brain is bombarded with millions of bits of data input every second of every day. When…
Read MoreAdventure and Catastrophe
By Bernie Willis Many of us are about to start flying a whole lot more than we did this past winter. Those upgrades are finished and the days are long and the temperature is quite nice. If your lake is still frozen or not you’re about ready to head out for adventure. Are you set…
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