Preparing the Flight Plan and the Fun!

Starting September 9th, I am planning a 26 day, 7,000 mile journey across the USA piloting my 2004 Cirrus SR 22 (N627RG). Ever since I acquired the aircraft in 2012, I have dreamed of this adventure.Læs mere
Why I Fly

Back in 1969, the same year Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon, 350,000 hippies descended on Woodstock, and the Beetles recorded their last song – my mother (Marilyn) arranged with the local airportLæs mere
N627RG The Aircraft, 2004 Cirrus SR22

I cannot tell a story about flying without talking about the aircraft.
The Cirrus SR22 series has been the world's best-selling general aviation airplane since 2003. Cirrus has delivered 5,194 unitsLæs mere
IFR vs VFR - What's The Difference?

These two abbreviations is how the FAA differentiates the two type of flight plan a pilot may choose to use.
VFR – Visual Flight Rules. Under a VFR flight plan, the pilot is solely responsible forLæs mere
Day 1 Fly from Paine to Felts Field

Felts Field Spokane, WA

Landed in Spokane and had lunch with Brett's daughter Emily and her friend Hannah. Lunch at the Skyway Cafe www.skywaycafe.com/main.html. Emily and Hannah are Juniors at Gonzaga University.
RecommendLæs mere
Landing in Kalispell MT

When we first landed we were asked if we had “bear spray”. Everyone here must carry it. I wasn’t sure if this was special brand of deodorant or some type of self defense mechanism.
The hotelLæs mere
Sunrift Beer Company, Kalispell, MT

Enjoying a tasty beverage on the patio at Sunrift Beer Company www.sunriftbeer.com
Dinner at Ciao Mambo Italian Restaurant

Many years ago we took the midnight train from Everett to Whitefish and enjoyed a weekend of skiing. One of those memories included dinner at Ciao Mambo and feating on Italian Nachos.
They are asLæs mere
Horse Riding at Artemis Ranch

We enjoyed a great 2 hr ride with Wrangler Alexis. Russ was riding Carmel and Brett was riding Deuce.
www.artemisacres.com
Glacier National Park, MT

Glacier National Park is on Fire! All major roads were closed. We did, however enjoy Lake McDonald and Bowman Lake.
www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm
Chinese Wall, Kalipsell to Bozeman MT

On the Contential Divide there is a formation called the Chinese Wall. From the air it is spectacular.
Beer Makes A Vacation

MAP Brewery, Bozeman, www.mapbrewing.com is a great place to hang out. Montana law requires to server to give you a piece of paper that has three boxes where they keep track of your beers. Once youLæs mere
Bridger Creek Golf Club, Bozeman

Beautiful day for golf. Russ wins by one stroke.
www.bridgercreek.com
We Will Be Flying Into KRAP Today

That's right. The call sign for Rapid City, SD is KRAP. We will be flying IFR today.
Mt Rushmore Memorial

The monument was impressive. It is hard to judge scale from TV.
On The Border Mexican Resturant

On The Border was highly recommended by the Rapid City locals.
Also recommend Dakota Point Brewery.
Brett and I are developing a system to explore native lands.
1. Fly into a new land.
2. Go toLæs mere
New Friends of Rapid City

Hanging out with JJ the lounge lizard. Presley is the bartender. JJ lives in AZ and is coming back from an epic Canadian bird hunting trip. Presley grew up in a family of 14. She can hunt, fish,Læs mere
Took a wrong turn to Antarctica

These clouds look like snow.
Wild Landing into Crystal Airport, MN

Variable wind speeds and directions on final approach made the landing feel like I was landing on a aircraft carrier. Technical and successful landing.
Segway History Tour of Minneapolis

Had a great time touring Minneapolis on a Segway. We toured the historic downtown sections by the Mississippi River. Segways are a blast to drive (or ride).
The name Human On A Stick originated atLæs mere
Tour de Lakes, Minneapolis

Enjoyed a bike ride around 3 of 10,000 lakes of Minnesota. Lake Calhoun is very nice.
Breakfast at Mickey's Diner, St Paul

Enjoying breakfast with Brett and Jake's friend Isaiah at the famous Mickey's Diner, St Paul. Mickey's is a famous hang out for Bill Murray, part of movies Jingle All The Way, and Mighty Ducks.Læs mere
Taking Off, Crystal Airport, Minneapolis

Taking off from Crystal Airport and setting course for Green Bay, WS. IFR flight at 9,000 feet.
The lines in the video are the propellers.
Landing at Green Bay, WN

Nice smooth landing into Green Bay International.