Videos

Aug 30, 2024

489. Beautiful Flight to Little Fort Area via N Thompson River, Kamloops, Aug 25, 2024

It was one of my best flights. It was smooth and interesting. I like this variety of the flying environment: Sun, deep shadows, high clouds, low clouds; interesting to look at. I followed the N Thompson River about 100 km (62 mi) up stream north, with many fields and meadows on the both sides of the river. It feels much safer to fly in this type of countryside. I flew over many places which could

Aug 24, 2024

488. Exploring Area South of Kamloops Lake, Aug 20, 2024

The original plan was to fly to Merritt via Nicola Valley, explore some features there. Well, the persistent turbulence after crossing the south ridge made me look for some better flying conditions. It actually turned very good to see some new features in area between Coquihalla Hwy and Savona Mt. Beautiful rock formations at the foot of Greenstone Mt north slope and close up look at E rocky wall

Aug 17, 2024

488. Flew to Duck Range and S Thompson River Areas. Kamloops Aug 14, 2024

The original plan was to check the status and damage of the wildfires east of Kamloops, but I was stopped by the wall of smoke. I cut my plan short but still had an excellent flying adventure. I made it to Martin Mt, but could not see the peak of the Estekwalan Mt, east of Falkland. It looked too unpredictable to continue in those condition. I hit several localized pockets of turbulence, which kep

Aug 09, 2024

487. Exploring S and SW of Kamloops Area, Aug 7, 2024

487. Exploring S and SW of Kamloops Area, Aug 7, 2024I had to change my original plan to fly to Salmon Arm area due to heavy smoke form the surrounding forest fires. I stayed S and SW of Kamloops which had very decent air to go through. It was interesting to go from no wind take off to 50 km/h (31 mph) west wind just 1372 m (4500 ft) higher. This wind direction changed from W to E in about 300 m

Aug 05, 2024

485. Super smooth, 195 km long Flight to Sun Peaks, Several Lakes and other Peaks, Aug 2, 2024

It was the smoothest flight in my life. I was taking scenic route to the second largest ski hill in Canada, Sun Peaks. I was flying at over 8000’, 20C, but in smoky sky from the BC wildfires. I also “visited’ our smaller ski hill at Harper Mt, south of very popular Paul Lake I was flying over or close to these major lakes: Lac Du Bois, McQueen, Isobel, Sullivan, Knouff, Heffley, Paul, Pinant

Aug 01, 2024

Alex and Family visiting Kamloops and Chase BC, July 2024

Few days fun with the youngest grandchildren, family and relatives

Jul 28, 2024

484. Checking Wildfires and many Lakes around Kamloops BC, Jul 16, 2024

We had serious lightening storm in BC which started numerous forest fires, including Kamloops region. We were lucky here up to that time. I decided to fly over those reported fires to see where we are now. I was very impressed with the results. All fires were well under control thanks to quick aerial response to “kill” it while it is still small. I flew over many lakes and also highlighted dra

Jul 19, 2024

483. Kamloops Area Flight over Thompson Rivers In Kamloops Jul 17, 2024

Short flight to check status of Thompson Rivers in Kamloops area. North Ridge, Brock, Batchelor Heights, Westsyde, Rayleigh, North Shore, Tournament Capital Ranch, Rivers Junction, McArthur Island, Airport, Kruger

Jul 15, 2024

482. Flight around Greenstone Area Lakes and Kamloops from 10,000 ft. Kamloops Jul 13, 2024

Another fantastic, 120 km long nature flight to show many Kamloops area lakes and recreation sites. Kamloops is shown from 10,500 ft in its beauty. That view highlights the complexity, uniqueness and beautiful nature setting of the Kamloops City.

Jul 08, 2024

481. Flight to Red Lake and Cache Creek through Unbeaten Path. Kamloops Jul 4, 2024

I took a nature flight through beautiful valleys above peaks and many lakes. Set of lakes around the Red Lake area was a highlight of my trip. Crossed Deadman River valley and then flew diagonally to the small village of Cache Creek. Landed on their always challenging airport. I took a direct route back to Kamloops. I had almost perfect flying conditions.

Jul 01, 2024

480. Scenic Flight to Chase, Monte, Disdero, Scuitto and other Lakes, Kamloops, Canada Jun 28, 2024

Another perfect flying day which took me to 165 km long super beautiful nature trip.

Jun 23, 2024

479. Flight to Salmon Arm Downtown through a bit of Unbeaten Path, Jun 20, 2024

I could not ask for better flying conditions. The air was smooth like freshly paved road during my 225 km flight. I choose a bit unusual path over the hidden valleys to discover another natural beauty. I followed the Salmon Arm shore line and other parts of downtown. I am showing the burned out vastness of the 2023 Adams Lake devastating forest fire. Another unusual short cut over the North Ridge