Videos

May 15, 2025

519. Flight over Roche, Palmer Meadows and other Lakes. Kamloops, May 11, 2025

I took an interesting flight over Roche and other beautiful lakes a couple of days after my introductory motorcycle trip there. I also explored the grounds of Birken Monastery. Noted lakes in this video: Separation, Shumway, Roche, John Frank, Frisken, beautiful and interesting Palmer Meadows, Horseshoe.

May 03, 2025

518. After Season Flight to Sun Peaks Ski Resort, Kamloops, Apr 30, 2025

This is a stunning time of year in this arid region. The landscape has transformed, with lush greenery and bursts of vibrant yellow flowers dotting the terrain. I set out earlier, eager to fly to Dunn Peak—a towering 2,621-meter (8,600-foot) summit surrounded by sharp mountain ridges. But as I soared over Sun Peaks, the temperature was already a brisk 2°C (36°F), and the cold was setting in. R

Apr 27, 2025

517. Excellent Round Flight to Salmon Arm, Via Mt Ida and Chase Back to Kamloops, Apr 23, 2025

230 km (143 mi) of mostly fun—with two powerful wake-up calls from nature reminding me who's boss! Stunning views and exhilarating countryside along the way.

Apr 15, 2025

516. Adventure Flight across many Lakes, like Douglas Lake Area and Beyond. Kamloops Apr 13, 2025

A beautiful flight to the charming countryside nestled behind many hills. It’s also an ideal place for a scenic drive, with perfect roads and picturesque natural surroundings. This video features several lakes, including Inks, Jacko, McConnell, Stake, Lac le Jeune, Fred, Ross Moore, Stump, Douglas, Sanctuary, Glimpse, Peter Hope, Fraser, Brigade and Edith. It was 167 km (104 mi) of fun flight.

Apr 06, 2025

515. Return Flight from Merritt Via Mamit & Logan Lakes. Merritt Apr 4, 2025

A short stop at the sunny Merritt airport, after a cold flight from Kamloops (Video #514), gave me a chance to warm up before continuing my journey. The first leg took me over the city, offering a view of its layout and features. I then passed over the small village of Lower Nicola and followed the route to Mamit Lake, nestled in a spectacular valley. Flying over the small village of Long Lake, I

Apr 06, 2025

514. Fantastic Flight Via Nicola Valley to Merritt Airport. Kamloops Apr 4, 2025

This is one of the most scenic trips while traveling on Highway 5A through Nicola Valley to Merritt, BC. It is important to have the sun at your back. Equally thrilling is flying through the same valley. The countryside is spectacular—often weather-challenging but incredibly rewarding when successful. It was a day of perfect fun, even though it was on the colder side. This is part 1 of 2. My con

Mar 31, 2025

513. Flight NW of Mt Savona and Tobiano. Kamloops Mar 29, 2025

Another remarkable flight showcasing the exceptional natural beauty surrounding us. Fully appreciate the breathtaking views from above, complementing your experience from the ground up. A detailed look at the Tobiano Golf and Residential area highlights its distinctive and unique topography.

Mar 24, 2025

512. Flight to Duffy and Tunkwa Lakes, Mt Savona and Tobiano. Kamloops Mar 22, 2025

512. Flight to Duffy and Tunkwa Lakes, Mt Savona and Tobiano. Kamloops Mar 22, 2025Another beautiful day and a flight to the lesser-known Duffy Lake area. I then continued to Leighton and Tunkwa Lakes to check on the ice fishing. These are very nice places to visit or go camping. A large cloud convinced me to move out of its way, which brought me over Mount Savona. The last leg took me over Pat an

Mar 15, 2025

511. Spectacular Flight to Walhachin Area. Kamloops Mar 14, 2025

The flight into the intriguing geological formations of the Walhachin area was nothing short of spectacular. Initially, the sky was completely gray, but it suddenly cleared around the airport, signaling the perfect opportunity to take to the skies. While the journey began with a few bumps, the conditions eventually became manageable.I navigated cautiously, keeping a watchful eye on the intimidatin

Mar 08, 2025

510. The Shortest and the Worst Take off Turbulence. Kamloops Mar 6, 2025

The weather forecast and actual conditions appeared excellent, but reality turned out to be the complete opposite. A cold gale hit me from the side—twice—sudden and unexpected, while I was still accelerating on the ground. I knew right away that this flight was going to be interesting.The air turbulence was severe just above the ground and continued to intensify. I looked around but couldn't f

Mar 03, 2025

509. Exploring Paul Lake Area, S Thompson River and Kamloops City. Feb 28, 2025

This was one of the best flights of my life. Perfect flying conditions and breathtaking nature made my day unforgettable. I passed over Harper Ski Hill and made two loops above Paul Lake. That area was still in the grip of full-blown winter, even though the temperature was +7°C, warmer than it had been at the airport during my takeoff. I spotted people ice fishing and was amazed by the spectacula

Feb 26, 2025

508. Exploring the Most Beautiful Area in Kamloops: NW Ridge, Frederick, Hiking Trails. Feb 23, 25

I had to change my plan just a few minutes after takeoff due to sudden and serious turbulence, which gave me quite a workout. Eventually, I ended up exploring the beautiful NW Ridge: Battle Bluff, Frederick, Viewpoints and Hiking Trails. It is popular with both leisure and serious hikers. Check out how it looks from the air!