Bush pilot

When it comes to all the different types of pilots out there, bush pilots have arguably done more to make the world a smaller place than their military and commercial counterparts have combined. The role of bush pilots is something that is almost as old as aviation itself, and provides a lifeline between many groups […]

A series of small airplane crashes in Alaska—including one in George Inlet—has shattered the lore of the fly-in-any-weather aviator.

This work-horse of an aircraft is one of the most capable bush planes ever built. It was easy to see why flying over the remote Kodiak archipelago. Learn more.

An Alaska Bush pilot is flying over the Talkeetna Mountains in South Central Alaska during a sunset. There are snow covered peaks in the distance

If you need to travel long distances, perhaps over several days, to reach a backpacking destination, how you can assure that you’ll have all the necessary gear when you finally get there? I suggest two measures: Choose the most appropriate method of travel, and Plan around known restrictions. The easiest & fastest option: Fly and…