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The J-3 Cub is a classic. The PA-18 Super Cub is downright iconic.

Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 11:44 AM ET

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The Piper PA-18 Super Cub has been around for almost 70 years, and while it's the current darling of a new set of backcountry flyers, it's been a staple of bush flying pretty much since the get got. Photo by Bill Brine - CC by 2.0: Flickr

Key Takeaways:

The Piper PA-18 Super Cub is a legendary and enduring backcountry aircraft, celebrated for its exceptional short-field performance and rugged utility in challenging environments.
Its versatility is significantly enhanced by various adaptations, including large "tundra" tires for rough terrain, floats for water landings, and skis for snow, enabling access to diverse and remote locations.
Evolving from earlier designs with increased power and features, the Super Cubs continue to be popular and have profoundly influenced a generation of modern backcountry aircraft designers.

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Big tires help make gravel beds into perfectly suitable landing sites. The technique is often to skim across the water surface leading up to the gravel, thereby extending the landing run and perhaps just as importantly, greatly increasing the fun quotient.

Photo by Bill Brine – CC by 2.0/Flickr