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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Flying to the Northwest Territories - Next summer

Mel and I are thinking of taking a couple weeks next summer to fly to Yellowknife, NWT.

I have done a preliminary outline of the trip, and it looks like we can make it on our 12 gallon tank, but it will be a lot of stops for gas.

I'd like to have atleast one other aircraft accompany us if possible, but we will make a go of it alone if we have to. All are welcome to join of course! We'd enjoy the company.

We are thinking of camping out under the wing mostly, with maybe a hotel stay once in Yellowknife.

I think it would be a great way to see some more of Canada.

I don't mind doing the legwork, figuring out what services are available at what stops along the way so we can be sure we can get gas etc. If you are interested, please let me know! I will probably put in for the time off around Christmas. I'm thinking late July and early August when the weather is best. We may have a couple bad wx days too, but we should have plenty of time.

Cheers,

Joel