Extreme Airport Skiing!
When the winds turn bad, anything is possible at the airport! Dr. Keith, great all-around guy, decided to ski in 107 degrees while dragging a tire. He would say, “If you can’t fly, exercise.” He would...
View ArticleBoxing the Wake
Russ, soaring instructor extraordinaire, got this brilliant idea that we should take photos via from the cockpit of the 2-33 while boxing the wake. This training exercise is used to move the glider...
View ArticleWhere’s the Fuel?
Steve and I were out doing an aerial when he announced, “I’m low on fuel.” “Well lets head back in,” I urgently replied. He eyed the gauges. “One more round.” “Okay.” I stuck my head out the window and...
View ArticleLaunching!
Occasionally when the airplane is up for repair the glider pilots use the winch to do ground launches.This winch sports a Chevy 383 V-8 with a 5,000 foot rope system. How it works: The glider is placed...
View ArticleDouglas A-26B Invader
This A-26 Invader has been on static display at the local VFW since 1957. Due to neglect and corrosion the scrap yard loomed ahead, but the aircraft was saved by two wonderful veterans who were willing...
View ArticleMagazine Cover — Take 2
Yesterday, after some debate over a failed magazine shot, I designed two new covers. Mostly because it’s fun for me, and God encouraged me to try again. (Click to Enlarge) When your eyes light on it,...
View ArticleAir Evac
As much as I love this helicopter, I hate to see it fly in at times. Mostly because it lands under extreme circumstances and leaves you standing helplessly by. However, I have found that it’s an...
View ArticleNeed help! Call on Jesus!
As a single woman, managing an airport, I have discovered that I need divine intervention on a regular basis — along with a few others in my path. My testimony below: A pilot was stuck on the ground...
View ArticleJesus at Work!
One morning, an older gentleman tried to fuel his aircraft, but couldn’t get his credit card to work, so he asked for help. When I slid his card into the reader, nothing happened. “Okay,” I said,...
View ArticleGod and the Unsual Answer!
Some of you may think God won’t answer your smallest request! Well, I’m here to tell you that Jesus Christ can and will! He cares for you! My testimony: Our little country airport has seen a decline in...
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