5.5K views · 47 reactions | The annual Valdez STOL contest and fly-in, as always, was the best opening to the summertime fly-in’s in Alaska. Although the weather leading up to the contest day was quite challenging for visitors to get in, many pilots made use of the limited windows of opportunity to get in. As always aviation friends and families gathered and enjoyed the camaraderie and aviation friendships around the STOL contest. | Deon Mitton Aviation Photography | Facebook

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In Alaska, small bush planes are not a luxury. They are a daily necessity. With limited highways and endless wilderness, light aircraft are often the only practical link between towns. The pilot in this clip is flying a classic bush plane designed for short takeoff and landing. These planes can lift off from small patches of road, gravel, or improvised strips. That is why someone can finish lunch, roll onto the street, and be airborne a moment later. #aviation #alaska #pilotlife #bushplane #tech