Search Results for: Super Cub

Four if by land, two if by sea: making a great plane greater

A group of Husky Aircraft takes on the rugged Teton Mountains

Contrary to popular belief, ferry pilots aren’t brave. Bravery is being the only one who knows you’re afraid.

A novice rebuilds a Piper classic

Well, Day One for me anyway; the show started yesterday but I was still stranded in Alabama by soggy and intractable weather with a couple Dakota Cubs.We made it into Plant City at about 5:30 last night after squeaking under some very low ceilings, then running east once we hit the Gulf Coast. *** A […]

Half way to Sun ‘n Fun, thumb typing on my iPhone, we’re sitting in the same place we’ve been in — the comfy lounge at friendly FBO, Sparta Aero Services — since 8 this morning. *** It’s 3:30 now. *** Allow me one small comic book growl of anguish: aarghh. *** Thanks, that feels better. […]

Defining your mission is the key to finding the right headset

A look at the best aircraft for backcountry exploration

Time for young (and old) pilots’ fancies to turn skyward with 30+ sport planes

The principle is the same whether you’re flying a 737 or an LSA