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- Last Updated: October 25, 2021
12.11.2016 - Initial article
Workhorse of the North, the legendary de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, is one of the most beloved and valued bush planes of all time.
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- Last Updated: October 25, 2021
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Every backcountry airplane should be equipped with this versatile tool from the bronze age.
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- Last Updated: December 15, 2020
For backcountry camping, a tent is a necessity for most who aren't enamored with insects, rain, and wind while sleeping.
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- Last Updated: June 12, 2020
10.18.2013 - Added leading photo
The short winged Piper PA-20 Pacer, and converted versions of its successor the PA-22, are one of the absolute best values for a backcountry aircraft.
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- Last Updated: October 31, 2019
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The complicated topic of the mandatory pilot survival tool.
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- Last Updated: October 31, 2019
Linked Intro to Aviation Wilderness Survival
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- Last Updated: May 02, 2019
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4.2.2019 - Initial article
Modification of stock Murphy Rebel undercarriage to Cub-style gear
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- Last Updated: February 19, 2019
2.19.2019 - Initial article
The progenitor 2-seat trainer is a fun and worthy backcountry tailwheel aircraft
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- Last Updated: February 14, 2019
12.11.2016 - Initial writeup
The Cessna 205, predecessor to the popular 206, is an affordable workhorse for the private backcountry pilot.
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- Last Updated: January 18, 2019
3.5.2018 - Initial article
Cessna 170
The tailwheel predecessor to the ubiquitous 172 is a popular and affordable backcountry explorer.
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- Last Updated: December 18, 2018
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- Last Updated: December 16, 2018
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Everyone says it's a good idea to put together a survival vest, but what actually makes a good one and why?
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- Last Updated: December 16, 2018
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Latest in the Knowledge Base: Techniques for building one of man's most powerful tools in the worst possible conditions.
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- Last Updated: November 30, 2018
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.
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- Last Updated: September 10, 2018
Initial entry 8.13.2018
Negotiating the high-altitude passes of the Rocky Mountains, or Continental Divide of the Lower 48 states can prove challenging for any mountain pilot.
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- Last Updated: April 19, 2018
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USAF Survival - Training Edition
An illustrated series from the 1955 USAF Survival Manual Training Edition.