High Sierra Fly-In 2018

The coolest fly-in in the world keeps getting bigger without losing the qualities that made it great when it was new.

High Sierra Fly-In 2018
High Sierra Fly-In 2018. Photo by Jim Raeder
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The High Sierra Fly-In is an annual, growing aviation event held at the remote "Dead Cow" lakebed near Reno, characterized by a unique "Burning Man-Meets-Oshkosh" vibe focused on backcountry flying and camping.
  • A major highlight is the STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) Drag racing, where diverse aircraft and highly skilled pilots compete, showcasing aviation innovation and pushing performance boundaries.
  • The fly-in emphasizes a strong community, fostering friendships, sharing aviation knowledge, and promoting safety, all while inspiring passion for flying and aircraft building among attendees.
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High Sierra Fly-In 2018
High Sierra Fly-In airplane owners like to do two things: complain about the playa dust which, they stress repeatedly, gets everywhere, and then, after the event, discuss how much washing their plane makes them sorry it’s over and pine for next year’s event. Photo by Deon Mitton
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