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Teaching Students, Teaching Teachers, Teaching Ourselves – A Great Glider Weekend!

Posted on May 22, 2015 by mwflyer

by Jim Hanson I was recently reminded why I like gliding: •  It gets you into the air. • It’s a chance to improve your aviation skills and airmanship. • It can be some of the cheapest flying you’ll ever … Continue reading →

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Harbour View Inn Awaits Your Arrival At Mackinac Island

Posted on May 22, 2015 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman As soon as you walk through the front door of the Harbour View Inn, you will be immersed in the historic charm that has made Mackinac Island, Michigan, special! Whether on your honeymoon, a romantic getaway, or … Continue reading →

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Round-Trip Flight To & From Oshkosh May Be Too Much For One Day

Posted on May 21, 2015 by mwflyer

by Craig Petersen What pilot doesn’t want to fly into Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, during EAA AirVenture-Oshkosh? And making the flight roundtrip in a single day is tempting and doable if you are willing to limit your activities, … Continue reading →

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Beaver Island & The Three-Island Hop!

Posted on May 21, 2015 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Looking for a remote island destination? Then consider flying to Beaver Island, Michigan in northeast Lake Michigan. Thirty miles from shore, the island is served by ferry boats and two airports: Beaver Island-Welke Airport (6Y8), which is … Continue reading →

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