Knowledge Base
Hazards of Wildfire Smoke
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- Written by Zane Jacobson
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09.07.2017 - Added resources section
Visual conditions from forest fire smoke can be a deceptive form of IMC, luring the VFR pilot in with the promise of initial acceptable visibility, then degrading quickly and unpredictably.
Tailwheel and backcountry instructors list
Added several instructors to the list
Off-airport operations
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11.30.2016 - Trying to fix double tabs inclusion
Landing off-airport is one of the most exciting and challenging backcountry flying disciplines, and requires some additional knowledge and consideration to avoid leaving your airplane behind and/or walking out.
Intro to Ski Flying Part 1: Equipment
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- Written by Mike Vivion
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12.22.2013 - Initial article format
Operating aircraft on skis and negotiating a snow-covered landscape is an entirely unique skillset and environment.
Intro to Ski Flying Part 2: Operations
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1.14.2014 - Initial article format
In the second part of this series, we cover operations on skis, and the unique challenges of safely landing and taking off on frozen surfaces, and most important of all: How to avoid getting stuck.
Strategy for backcountry flying
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Initial page build
A safe trip into the unknown starts with strategy and planning.
Accidents
A Guide To Off-Airport Landings
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Turned forum post from MTV into article.
Very little can be taken for granted when landing off-airport, so use every opportunity to evaluate the spot before committing, because the consequences of a bent plane in true backcountry are serious.
Weather flying
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1.23.2017 - Added content
Weather is one of the largest factors in flight planning for any locale, but to a greater degree with backcountry and mountain flying.
Effects of non-standard atmosphere
Mountain flying
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2.25.2015 - Some aesthetic improvments
Mountains are often where the most beautiful airstrips are located, but they present a very unique and complex flying environment for light aircraft in terms of terrain, weather, turbulence, performance, and remoteness.