Story and photos by K. Alan Russell Back in March Malcolm McGregor asked if I would like to join him for a trip to the annual Beech Party to be held at the National Staggerwing Museum in Tullahoma, Tennnesee The Beech Party is a gathering of Beech Staggerwing owners from all over the world. There are probably only 30 or 40 of these 1940 vinta...

Fly and Explore - The Grey Whales of Baja California In the natural order of things, the compass of migration points south for North American wildlife each winter, including Las Ballenas Grises – the famous Grey Whales of the Pacific. Southwest Aviators might also want to heed the call and fly south to Baja California's San Ignacio Lagoon for a...

Originally printed in SW Aviator Magazine Air shows bring out the best and brightest stars in aviation. These events bind communities together with a volunteer spirit, and fuel the dreams of aspiring young pilots as they gaze skyward. On a bright morning, perfect for flying, SW Aviator had the pleasure of witnessing the highest aviation ideals ...

Note - Since this article was published permission to land on this strip has changed. Do not land on the Columbus Stockyards Airstrip without the proper permissionFly to Mexico for lunch? That's right! But what about clearing Customs, speaking Spanish, and Mexico insurance you ask? Not to worry, there is a practical lunchtime destination in Mexi...

The world is envious of the pilot’s point of view. Developed far above, pilots think in knots, and miles per minute. We share the skies with strangers who are brethren, each day spent in multiple time zones. Our experience as pilots is strange and exciting to our neighbors. Our world is much smaller, more within reach. On a personal level, the j...

Originally printed in SW Aviator Magazine By Dave High above the Permian Basin, Sierra Blanca, dominates the landscape. This is the last white-capped sentinel on the southern extreme of the Rocky Mountains. The alpine meadows between the “White Mountain” and El Capitan are the home of Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (KSRR). This is the gateway ...