High Sierra Fly-In Special Gallery
Key Takeaways:
- The High Sierra Fly-In (HSF) is an annual gathering of approximately 200 diverse aircraft, mostly taildraggers and kitbuilt STOL planes, along with hundreds of aviators, held on a remote dry lakebed (Dead Cow Lake) in Nevada.
- The event emphasizes backcountry flying, featuring activities like STOL drag races and fostering a strong communal, do-it-yourself (DIY) spirit, with attendees camping on the playa.
- HSF welcomes all aircraft types, from rare vintage planes to powered parachutes, utilizing the vast lakebed as a versatile landing surface.
- Despite potential challenges from brisk winds and dust, the event is well-attended and prioritizes both flight activities and social interaction among aviators, often referred to as "hangar flying."
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