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Discover the Sunshine State’s diverse flying spots, from the Gulf Coast sandbars to remote backcountry Everglades airparks.
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Here’s an exclusive first look at CubCrafters’ new game-changing backcountry machine.
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Over 40 aircraft converged on the remote Idaho airstrip for a morning of flying, fellowship, and tradition.
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Former AOPA president Darren Pleasance’s book ‘True North’ offers insight to navigating life’s unique paths.
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Cayla McLeod puts the latest Aviat Husky to the test on Wisconsin’s grass strips, exploring rugged STOL performance.
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Are you ready for aviation’s ultimate gathering?
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Plane + Pilot editor in chief trades Texas skies for life-changing Idaho flying adventures.
![Wittekiend enjoys every aspect of general aviation, from backcountry floatplane flying to advanced IFR instruction in the Beechcraft Bonanza. [Credit: Ken Wittekiend]](https://planeandpilotmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-23-at-11.28.31-AM.jpg?w=780&h=470&crop=1)
Episode featuring legendary aviation educator Ken Wittekiend is one you won’t want to miss.
![Plane + Pilot editor-in-chief Cayla McLeod has a sit-down interview with former AOPA president and CEO Darren Pleasance in Valdez, Alaska. [Credit: Cayla McLeod]](https://planeandpilotmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_1317.jpg?w=780&h=470&crop=1)
Former CEO encourages members to enact change.
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Drive through the Alaska landscape to the legendary STOL competition proves to be stunningly beautiful.
