#flying

In previous episodes of this series, Jan and I were primarily in-the-air flying the aircraft… and therefore our side-by-side comparisons of ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot were somewhat limited by the practicalities of aviating safely. In this Part 5, we conduct a more controlled apples-to-apples...

Today on a LightHawk combined IFR/VFR flight, we’ll be conducting an aerial survey of literally thousands of lobster and crab trap lines that endanger the migrating whales. Working with the Ocean Defenders Alliance, we hope to reduce the incidence of whale entanglement. Welcome aboard! Wayne...

From ice to smoke. After a great time in Alaska, now for the 3 remaining legs home. We’re expecting some smoke along the way, but for the first time in 2 weeks, no risk of icing! Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

After our glorious Glacier Bay air tour, today we’ve got 2 legs back to the lower 48… with a big question mark for the 2nd leg… 3+ hours over hostile terrain -or- fuel stop and COVID challenges in Canada. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Three legs and 7 flight hours of awesome Alaska flying! First, straightforward IFR into busy Anchorage International. Then the fun starts… canyon flying among the glaciers, more low-over-the-water stuff, an approach to minimums. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Is it scud running when you’re over the ocean? Today we’re out of Ketchikan for the Kenai Peninsula. With freezing levels around 5000’ it’ll be an interesting 7 hours of flying. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Today we depart California for Alaska. Smoky skies. A surprise twist from Canadian Customs. Unexpected icing over British Columbia. And gorgeous coastal mountains. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Nonstop or Fuel Stop? Last week Cindy, our 3 pups, and I had a lovely nonstop flight up to beautiful southwest Utah. For our return flight home to Santa Barbara, the forecast winds just keep strengthening, especially in the western Mojave… 30 knots and more… plus an AIRMET for turbulence...

Today Cindy and I are off to beautiful southern Utah with our three retired racing greyhounds. We request an IFR-climb-to-VFR-on-top clearance; preview what attracts us to Kanab; enjoy the desolate high plateau of the north rim; and share some things to do in Kanab. Welcome aboard! Wayne...

Today engineering student and pilot Jake and I are off to Modesto to give lovely Jill, a 9-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, a ride to her new home in the southern Sierra. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Last week Joe and I flew down to Ensenada as volunteers supporting education at 5 tribal villages. Today we’re returning home to Alta California… with a few additional border crossing logistics. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek

We’re off to Ensenada as volunteers for the non-profit Comunidad, helping the indigenous tribes of Baja California. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Today Levi and I enjoy a little proficiency work… a low approach at Vandenberg Space Force Base, a missed at San Luis Obispo, and an overhead break back at Santa Barbara. Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Adapting for weather as appropriate, this week we’re off to Alaska! For the geographies we’ll cross, our weather analysis will prioritize visibility and ceilings, possible icing conditions, and of course summer thunderstorms. First a brief discussion of the weather tools we use… Windy for...

The three amigos -- Bill, Joe, Wayne -- are planning another flying adventure… to Alaska in August 2021. The first video in this series covers various aspects of our planning, including when to go, possible routes, locations to visit, trip calendar, and preparations. Should be great fun…...

Today good friend Blake and I shoot a couple approaches through the marine layer. As we approached the first final approach course we were too fast in trail of a Cherokee, so received a vector back around… and then 3 scheduled flights got priority... so back around, and back around again. But...

Today Jan and I continue (as friends ) our short series, on another real-life flight, this time VFR to Big Bear. Welcome aboard! If you've used both of these market-leading products, what are your experiences and opinions? Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

Looking for a weekend adventure? Álamos, south of the border, just might be a great fit. This small foothill village is one of a few dozen Pueblos Mágicos and known throughout Mexico for its authentic charm. And for those departing small GA from the US Southwest, you're landing Álamos after...

A simple out-and-back to Oakland provides a couple pleasant twists… an Arrival Procedure and the chance to pick up a Pre-Departure Clearance… almost like being a Pro Pilot! Welcome aboard! Wayne, GeezerGeek Pilot

With good friend and Cirrus pilot Jack, we’re off on a 5-day adventure… to the Baja! As background, we overview the planning for the trip, review the weather forecasts, and provide details on the logistics of cross-border GA flying. Our first leg is to San Felipe for clearing customs and...