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Bernie Willis

Jul 2, 20224 min read

Why I Fly, Why I Build

Part 2 of 2 by Bernie Willis If I detailed the lessons learned flying across the continent in that Arrow, it might take a small book....

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Will Day

Jan 8, 202212 min read

Helio Courier: From Tennis to Tundra

The Helio Courier began as a vision to overhaul private, corporate travel. Ultimately, it became Alaska's most capable bush workhorse.

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Will Day

Oct 6, 20215 min read

Long Live the Grumman Goose

By Will Day, Alaska Airmen's Association The daily migration of floatplanes outside our Lake Hood building is occasionally interrupted by...

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John Dahlen

Oct 6, 20214 min read

Zara Rutherford Arrives in Alaska, Flying Solo Around the World!

By John M. Dahlen By now you have probably heard of Zara Rutherford. She is the 19-year-old brilliant and charismatic pilot from Belgium...

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