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Jetliner cockpit view over the Arctic under the aurora borealis, pilot pointing at ETOPS diversion map on the display.

ETOPS/EDTO 240–370 for Polar Routes: What You Actually Need (from someone who’s plotted these...

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The first time I drew a polar arc that shaved an hour off the schedule, I remember the room going silent when the dispatcher...
Vintage Great Lakes aviation route—factory skyline, grass-field Cub, and a PBY Catalina over the lake, with a dashed path linking Detroit, Cleveland, Oshkosh, and Dayton.

Great Lakes Aviation Heritage 2025: Factories, Fields, Flying Boats—A Veteran’s Weeklong Loop

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I’ve done this circuit more times than I can count—sometimes ferrying a 172, sometimes just road-tripping with a thermos and an old sectional in...

Exploring the World’s Most Remote Airstrips

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For those with a thirst for adventure and a fascination with aviation, the world's most remote airstrips offer an unparalleled thrill. These isolated landing...
Sunset airport scene: U.S. map with pinned aviation history stops, museum tickets, air-show passes, and phone navigation.

Ultimate U.S. Aviation History Road Trips 2025: Map, Tickets, Tip

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If you’re dreaming about a 2025 road trip that stitches together bucket-list aircraft with scenic drives and easy logistics, you’re in the right hangar....

Aerial Volcano Tours: Witnessing Nature’s Fury from Above

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Few experiences rival the awe and wonder of observing an active volcano from the air. Aerial volcano tours provide a unique perspective, offering adventurers...
Orange ski-equipped bush plane touching down on blue glacier ice, spray trailing off the skis, with jagged snow-covered peaks and a towering ice wall in the background.

How to Land on a Glacier: Performance Planning, Crevasse Checks, Survival Kit

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I still remember my first proper glacier landing in a ski-equipped 180. The altimeter said “no sweat,” the air felt dense and cold, and...