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Anchorage photographer takes to the air to capture the Alaska Range - Carl Battreall is in the final stretch of a multiyear project to photograph the entire length of the Alaska Range. Along the way he has spent a lot of time in aircraft. Bush Pilot, Aerial Photography, Get Outside, Arctic, Alaska, Trail, National Parks, Around The Worlds, Creatures

Aerial Photography

Around The Worlds

Anchorage photographer takes to the air to capture the Alaska Range - Carl Battreall is in the final stretch of a multiyear project to photograph the entire length of the Alaska Range. Along the way he has spent a lot of time in aircraft.

Dispelling misconceptions about aircraft and the Iditarod - Last year, two lengthy articles in national outlets covering the Iditarod played to stereotypes about flying in Alaska. But in reality, chartering an aircraft during the race is a lot less dangerous than most media reports suggest. Yukon Quest, Bush Plane, South Island, Sled, West Coast, New Zealand

Dispelling misconceptions about aircraft and the Iditarod - Last year, two lengthy articles in national outlets covering the Iditarod played to stereotypes about flying in Alaska. But in reality, chartering an aircraft during the race is a lot less dangerous than most media reports suggest.

Official Iditarod photographer has many memories of the trail, including a near-fatal crash - Photographer Jeff Schultz has covered the Iditarod for over 30 years, taking more than 50,000 pictures from the ground and air. In his new book, he recounts some of his most memorable adventures. 30 Years, New Books, How To Memorize Things, Memories

How To Memorize Things

Official Iditarod photographer has many memories of the trail, including a near-fatal crash - Photographer Jeff Schultz has covered the Iditarod for over 30 years, taking more than 50,000 pictures from the ground and air. In his new book, he recounts some of his most memorable adventures.

Cockpit monitor could provide valuable insight into fatal Alaska helicopter crash - New technology is being used to help determine probable cause in the multiple fatality crash of the Alaska State Troopers helicopter Helo-1 last year, the first such use of the technology. Talkeetna Alaska, Law Enforcement Agencies, Search And Rescue, Emergency Vehicles, Air Show, Sheriff, Fighter Jets, Police

Talkeetna Alaska

Law Enforcement Agencies

Search And Rescue

Emergency Vehicles

Cockpit monitor could provide valuable insight into fatal Alaska helicopter crash - New technology is being used to help determine probable cause in the multiple fatality crash of the Alaska State Troopers helicopter Helo-1 last year, the first such use of the technology.

Proven killer of Alaska State Troopers: Aircraft - Since statehood in 1959, more than half of the Alaska State Troopers who have died on duty have fallen victim to aircraft accidents. Alaska Highway, Men In Uniform, Thin Blue Lines, Movies And Tv Shows, Hot Guys, Captain Hat, Aircraft, Apd

Thin Blue Lines

Movies And Tv Shows

Proven killer of Alaska State Troopers: Aircraft - Since statehood in 1959, more than half of the Alaska State Troopers who have died on duty have fallen victim to aircraft accidents.

Pilot error blamed in fatal Alaska crash involving boyfriend, girlfriend - The collision between the Grant Aviation and Ryan Air aircraft occurred when pilot Scott Veal tried to pass over the top of girlfriend Kristen Sprague's smaller aircraft, according to a new NTSB report. Boyfriend Girlfriend, Aviation, Top, Planes, Airplane, Crop Shirt

Boyfriend Girlfriend

Pilot error blamed in fatal Alaska crash involving boyfriend, girlfriend - The collision between the Grant Aviation and Ryan Air aircraft occurred when pilot Scott Veal tried to pass over the top of girlfriend Kristen Sprague's smaller aircraft, according to a new NTSB report.

How 'pilot pressure' leads to fatal aircraft crashes in Alaska and Outside - An investigative report into the events behind the crash of an Alaska State Troopers helicopter that killed three people last year sheds light on pilots pressured to fly in less-than-ideal circumstances -- and offers few solutions to the problem. Aviation Accidents, Aviation Technology, Pilots, Investigations, Monster Trucks, The Outsiders

Aviation Accidents

Aviation Technology

How 'pilot pressure' leads to fatal aircraft crashes in Alaska and Outside - An investigative report into the events behind the crash of an Alaska State Troopers helicopter that killed three people last year sheds light on pilots pressured to fly in less-than-ideal circumstances -- and offers few solutions to the problem.

Troopers outline steps intended to prevent another Alaska search-and-rescue tragedy - Alaska State Troopers say they are working on a "risk assessment matrix" to help avoid incidents like the search-and-rescue helicopter crash that killed three near Talkeetna nearly a year ago.

Troopers outline steps intended to prevent another Alaska search-and-rescue tragedy - Alaska State Troopers say they are working on a "risk assessment matrix" to help avoid incidents like the search-and-rescue helicopter crash that killed three near Talkeetna nearly a year ago.

Report on fatal chopper crash paints troubling picture of Alaska State Troopers' pilot safety protocol - An NTSB report on the crash that killed a well-regarded Alaska State Trooper pilot and two others in March of 2013 raises questions about the culture of safety within the troopers' aircraft section. The Trooper, Helicopter Pilots, Law Enforcement, Chopper, State Law

Helicopter Pilots

Law Enforcement

Report on fatal chopper crash paints troubling picture of Alaska State Troopers' pilot safety protocol - An NTSB report on the crash that killed a well-regarded Alaska State Trooper pilot and two others in March of 2013 raises questions about the culture of safety within the troopers' aircraft section.

Fairbanks air carriers provide crucial support to Yukon Quest sled dog race - The sled dog race that runs from Fairbanks to Whitehorse enjoys the critical support of several aviation companies that keep the world's toughest sled dog race moving forward. Moving Forward, Air, Racing, Dogs

Fairbanks air carriers provide crucial support to Yukon Quest sled dog race - The sled dog race that runs from Fairbanks to Whitehorse enjoys the critical support of several aviation companies that keep the world's toughest sled dog race moving forward.

Fairbanks aviation mechanic is a finalist for national award - The General Aviation Awards have a history of recognizing Alaska's aviation professionals. Fairbanks' David Delcourt is a finalist this year for National Aviation Maintenance Technician of the year. Aviation Mechanic, Alaska Travel, Airline Tickets, Awards, David, News, History, Air Flight Tickets

Aviation Mechanic

Airline Tickets

Air Flight Tickets

Fairbanks aviation mechanic is a finalist for national award - The General Aviation Awards have a history of recognizing Alaska's aviation professionals. Fairbanks' David Delcourt is a finalist this year for National Aviation Maintenance Technician of the year.

Hunting for a piece of Alaska aviation's romantic past: A wooden propeller - A reader writes in from Dillingham hoping for some help in finding an antique wooden propeller, a relic from the early days of aviation and a hard-to-find collector's item. Hunting, Past, Wings, Romantic, Antique, Past Tense

Hunting for a piece of Alaska aviation's romantic past: A wooden propeller - A reader writes in from Dillingham hoping for some help in finding an antique wooden propeller, a relic from the early days of aviation and a hard-to-find collector's item.

No simple solutions to Alaska aviation's deadly year - While there are no easy answers for why 2013 saw so many aircraft fatalities in Alaska, more emphasis on good decision-making could be key to preventing such future tragedies. Dudes Be Like, Aviation Forum, The Other Guys, What Happens When You, Travel And Leisure, Engineering

What Happens When You

Travel And Leisure

No simple solutions to Alaska aviation's deadly year - While there are no easy answers for why 2013 saw so many aircraft fatalities in Alaska, more emphasis on good decision-making could be key to preventing such future tragedies.

'Panhandle Pilot' takes readers along on long career of Southeast Alaska flight - Author and pilot Bob Adkins spent more than a decade flying for air taxi Haines Airways and shares his adventures with humor and genial wit in this aviation memoir. Walk The Earth, A Decade, Memoirs, Career

'Panhandle Pilot' takes readers along on long career of Southeast Alaska flight - Author and pilot Bob Adkins spent more than a decade flying for air taxi Haines Airways and shares his adventures with humor and genial wit in this aviation memoir.

Help identify the Alaska pilot or mechanic in this 1930s-era photograph - Ketchikan resident Jodie Banks would appreciate a hand in tracking down the history behind her thrift shop find. Thrift Shop Finds, Banks, 1930s, Photograph, Photography, Thrift Store Finds

Thrift Shop Finds

Thrift Store Finds

Help identify the Alaska pilot or mechanic in this 1930s-era photograph - Ketchikan resident Jodie Banks would appreciate a hand in tracking down the history behind her thrift shop find.

Southeast artist draws inspiration from aviation - When John Fehringer came to Alaska, he had no idea how much he would grow to love the place. He also didn't know just how much the state's vibrant aviation community would influence his art. Pilot License, Float Plane, The Right Stuff, Maybe Someday

The Right Stuff

Southeast artist draws inspiration from aviation - When John Fehringer came to Alaska, he had no idea how much he would grow to love the place. He also didn't know just how much the state's vibrant aviation community would influence his art.

Changes likely on tap for Mat-Su airspace - Mat-Su Traffic Working Group has submitted recommendations to the FAA meant to enhance air safety by consolidating a haphazard collection of existing radio frequencies into several distinct zones. Radio Frequency, Amazing Adventures, Beautiful Scenery, Vintage World Maps, Safety, Change

Radio Frequency

Amazing Adventures

Beautiful Scenery

Vintage World Maps

Changes likely on tap for Mat-Su airspace - Mat-Su Traffic Working Group has submitted recommendations to the FAA meant to enhance air safety by consolidating a haphazard collection of existing radio frequencies into several distinct zones.

Georgia man to pay $55,000 for taking aircraft parts from historic crash site in Alaska - Federal prosecutors in Alaska reached a settlement agreement with a Douglas, Ga.-based aircraft restoration company that removed pieces of wreckage from a historic crash site south of Fairbanks. Aircraft Parts, Georgia, Restoration, Federal

Georgia man to pay $55,000 for taking aircraft parts from historic crash site in Alaska - Federal prosecutors in Alaska reached a settlement agreement with a Douglas, Ga.-based aircraft restoration company that removed pieces of wreckage from a historic crash site south of Fairbanks.

Officials examine Cessna after hard landing in middle of Anchorage street - A small plane made an emergency landing on a busy Anchorage roadway Tuesday afternoon, but the minimal damage and lack of injuries means it may not qualify as an accident under NTSB standards. Airplanes, Landing, Tuesday Afternoon

Tuesday Afternoon

Officials examine Cessna after hard landing in middle of Anchorage street - A small plane made an emergency landing on a busy Anchorage roadway Tuesday afternoon, but the minimal damage and lack of injuries means it may not qualify as an accident under NTSB standards.

Era Alaska rebranding itself as Ravn Alaska - The longtime Alaska carrier formed from the merger of several independent operators, is getting rid of its old name and getting a new one. Future Office, Old Names, Chief Executive, Air Travel, Perspective

Chief Executive

Era Alaska rebranding itself as Ravn Alaska - The longtime Alaska carrier formed from the merger of several independent operators, is getting rid of its old name and getting a new one.

Alaska gets FAA approval as 1 of 6 drone test sites nationwide - The University of Alaska will help lead the nation in developing rules and regulations for unmanned aircraft systems after being selected as a Federal Aviation Administration test site. Federal Aviation Administration, University, Community College

Federal Aviation Administration

Community College

Alaska gets FAA approval as 1 of 6 drone test sites nationwide - The University of Alaska will help lead the nation in developing rules and regulations for unmanned aircraft systems after being selected as a Federal Aviation Administration test site.

Missing Summer? Here's an Alaska flying video to help you navigate the winter blues - Sometimes it's hard to forget how good a clear day of flying can be when Alaskans are battling another unpredictable Alaskan winter. Blues, Forget, Winter, Summer, Winter Time

Missing Summer? Here's an Alaska flying video to help you navigate the winter blues - Sometimes it's hard to forget how good a clear day of flying can be when Alaskans are battling another unpredictable Alaskan winter.

Bootlegging case raises questions for Alaska pilots flying into dry communities - A Fairbanks air taxi pilot busted for a bootlegging jaunt could lose his plane, even though all he did was fly a customer from point A to point B. Here's a cautionary tale for Alaska pilots about why it's wise to get nosy about your cargo. Alcohol Shots, Whiskey Bottle, Community, Drinks, Taxi, Plane

Bootlegging case raises questions for Alaska pilots flying into dry communities - A Fairbanks air taxi pilot busted for a bootlegging jaunt could lose his plane, even though all he did was fly a customer from point A to point B. Here's a cautionary tale for Alaska pilots about why it's wise to get nosy about your cargo.

Christmas gift ideas for the Alaska aviator in your life - Pilots and aircraft owners might seem tough to shop for when it comes to holiday gifts, but their gifts can be easy -- if you know where to look. Here are a few suggestions to get you started. Holiday Gifts, Christmas Gifts, You Know Where, Things To Come

Christmas Gifts

Christmas gift ideas for the Alaska aviator in your life - Pilots and aircraft owners might seem tough to shop for when it comes to holiday gifts, but their gifts can be easy -- if you know where to look. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.

Search for answers begins in plane crash that killed 4 in Southwest Alaska - As the small Southwestern Alaska community of Mountain Village was still reeling from a plane crash Friday that killed several of its residents and left others injured, some of the survivors of the crash were improving in Anchorage, and investigators arrived in St. Marys to examine the crash site. Yukon River, Mountain Village, Trek, Hiking

Mountain Village

Search for answers begins in plane crash that killed 4 in Southwest Alaska - As the small Southwestern Alaska community of Mountain Village was still reeling from a plane crash Friday that killed several of its residents and left others injured, some of the survivors of the crash were improving in Anchorage, and investigators arrived in St. Marys to examine the crash site.