THE 2023 PYOA CONTEST 2ND PLACE STORY
By: Donna Miller
About ten thousand hours ago (pilots understand this time frame, and this is a flying story after all), I found myself working as a civilian for the Air Force in Taegu, South Korea,…
Heading to the High Sierra Fly-In this year?
First, here’s a little background on the High Sierra event. The High Sierra Fly-In was created as a celebration of backcountry aviation, at a gathering of like-minded individuals. It’s located…
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THE 2023 PYOA CONTEST 3RD PLACE STORY
By: Courtney Kiser
The first spark. The engagement. The wedding. How do these events relate to aviation? They involve a tired, old airplane that was soon to spread its wings again. This airplane would…
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Flight Outfitters is proud to announce their partnership with Fat Tire Cowboys. From FO flight bags and apparel to FTC caps, t-shirts, knives and cleaner, you can now find it all here EXCLUSIVELY at FlightOutfitters.com. Learn more about the…
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Fall flying season is upon us! It's time for cool mornings and nights and amazing flying conditions. Here are a few items to get you going!
#1 A versatile jacket
For those cold fall mornings, ditch the bulk and dawn a versatile…
THE 2023 PYOA CONTEST 4TH PLACE STORY
By: Olivia Allen
Many fairy tales start with “once upon a time” and are only a fable. However, my story started as a little girl with a dream. Not a lot of people expected a deaf little girl with a…
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Oshkosh 2023 was bigger than ever and didn’t disappoint! With seemingly more planes, pilots, and enthusiasts alike, #Osh23 will go down in the books as a memorable one. We caught up with old friends and made a lot of new ones. A special thank…
THE 2023 PYOA CONTEST GRAND PRIZE WINNING STORY
By: Shelbe Jarrett
What if? Two impactful words that held me in their powerful grip for a long time. As an adolescent growing up, I had no idea what I wanted to be in life. Sure, I had fantasies…
THE 2023 PYOA CONTEST 5TH PLACE STORY
By: Chris Gayman
I think my story may have sparked from a different origin than most. When I was 5 years old, I had an unfortunate accident that resulted in me losing my foot. I don’t remember much from…
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When we learned both National STOL and STOL Drag were having competitions in Wayne, Nebraska, the FO crew was up for another adventure. And what’s an adventure without a little deviation from a plan? This came by way of a 400+ mile “side…
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Back in May, we asked our social media followers to tell us their stories from their first solos. We sent each participant a free Flight Outfitters t-shirt to replace the one cut off their back. We’ve had some awesome entries. You can read…
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While the Rockies get most of the attention in Colorado (and we can’t argue with that) there’s a lesser visited outdoor enthusiast’s playground in Southwest Colorado that is home to some of the best off-road exploring in the country. Located…
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EAA AirVenture 2023. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Flight Outfitters in Hangar B, Booth number 2039 to discover our latest aviation products and accessories. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or a rookie, we've got something for everyone…
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This month Flight Outfitters is highlighting Brian Jenkins as our Pilot of the Month. Brian knew he wanted to be a pilot from a very young age. His passion for flying grew throughout high school when he began flight training. Brian instructed…
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Flight Outfitters teamed up with @emilyattheairport and @brush_pilots on Instagram for an exciting new series about backcountry flying. Head out in a 1956 Cessna 172 taildragger with Emily and Brian for some midwest flying as they discuss lots…
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Grand Prize Winner - Shelbe Jarrett
Based on the enthusiasm from last year, we weren’t surprised to get a lot of entries for EAA’s Pilot Your Own Adventure Contest, supported by Flight Outfitters. Our panel of judges carefully read all…
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It’s “Learn to Fly Month” at Sporty’s Pilot Shop, so we figured there’s no better time to celebrate the spirit of aviation than now!
X-Aviation and Flight Outfitters have partnered with Sporty’s to run a flight simulation driven…
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Calling all pilots who take their first solo flight from now through June 30, 2023!!
At Flight Outfitters, we're all about celebrating the special moments in your aviation journey, from first flight lessons to flying solo, we want to be there…
Flight Outfitters becomes the official team apparel of National STOL!
We are pleased to announce our partnership with National STOL. You can spot National STOL pilots sporting the official National STOL Airfoil jacket at upcoming competitions.…
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Planning a summer vacation? Ditch the beach and take an epic west coast trip. Mt. Rainier National Park in Washington State is truly one of the gems of the national parks system. A trip to the area won't be complete without hitting the trails.…
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We've added two new airport diagram t-shirt designs to our popular line - Lake Hood Seaplane Base and Daytona Beach International airport. These t-shirts are a must have for any pilot or aviation enthusiast, and are perfect for hanging out at…
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Flight Outfitters is known for it's pilot gear and flight bags, but what you may not know is we can outfit you for more than just epic flying adventures. If you're like us you like to hit the trail as well as the numbers on the runway. Here's…
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Flight Outfitters, as part of the aviation community, strives to do our best to contribute to the aviation story. On this page you’ll find a collection of entertaining and informative original aviation stories from our staff, friends and customers alike.
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2022 was an amazing year here at Flight Outfitters. We wanted to share some of our favorite videos, stories, and new gear from this past year.
Top 3 Videos
#1: Solo at 16
For as long as I can remember, I could not wait to become…
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In part one of this video series, two members of the Flight Outfitters team set off to attend the High Sierra Fly-in in Nevada. Join them as they make their journey from Cold Springs, Kentucky to Dead Cow Lakebed in Western Nevada. We'll make…
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As we set off for the High Sierra Fly-In, the Flight Outfitters camper in tow, I couldn’t help but think of Lewis and Clark. It felt like we too were on an expedition into the unknown. Obviously the stakes weren’t quite as high as in 1804…
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Flight Outfitters is proud to announce a partnership with Angle of Attack. From flight bags to officially licensed apparel, you can now find it all here at FlightOutfitters.com. Learn more about Chris Palmer and Angle of Attack.
Chris…
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Four months prior to the passing of his grandmother, Flight Outfitters founder Mark Glassmeyer booked a flight with his mother in one of the last (if not the last) flying B-24s in the USA. Call it divine intervention, luck, faith, or whatever…
An Adventurous Beginning
What to expect at the High Sierra
The First Spark
Announcing: Flight Outfitters is the EXCLUSIVE Retailer of Fat Tire Cowboys
Fall Flying Essentials
Fight or Flight
Oshkosh 2023 Recap
What If?
A Life Changing Choice
WayneAmerica Fly-In Fun
Summer Solo Stories
Off-roading in the San Juans
What to Expect at Oshkosh 2023
June Pilot Spotlight: Brian Jenkins
Backcountry Flying tips from Instagram
Meet the Winners of the 2023 Pilot Your Own Adventure Contest
May Pilot Spotlight: Leigh Coates
Learn to Fly Contest
SUMMER SOLOS!
WE’VE TEAMED UP WITH NATIONAL STOL!
5 EPIC HIKES IN MT. RAINIER
2 New Airport Diagram T-Shirts added to collection
Hit the trail with Flight Outfitters Gear
March Pilot Spotlight: Mason Rowe
STOL Drag teams up with National STOL for WayneAmerica Fly-In
2022 Recap – best videos, stories, and new gear!
High Sierra Fly-in Video (part 2) released!
Piloting our own adventure in the High Sierra
Flight Outfitters becomes the official apparel partner of Angle of Attack
B24 Bomber Ride