Register

Serial Griller: Will Fly for BBQ

Pilot, author and serial griller Matt Moore. Andrea Behrends
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The author, a food writer and pilot, purchased a Piper Cherokee Cruiser to travel the South for his book, "The South's Best Butts," transforming recreational "100-dollar hamburger" flights into culinary research expeditions.
  • His personal journey into general aviation began with overcoming childhood airsickness and was solidified when a convenient regional flight route was canceled, prompting him to pursue his pilot's license.
  • The article highlights how flying enables the discovery of authentic barbecue joints, sometimes spotted from the air by their smoke, emphasizing the enriching experience of the journey itself rather than just the destination.
See a mistake? Contact us.

If you are anything like me, an abrupt and bouncy touchdown on a gusty day leaves a lingering frustration. I can do better.

Ready to Sell Your Aircraft?

List your airplane on AircraftForSale.com and reach qualified buyers.

List Your Aircraft
AircraftForSale Logo | FLYING Logo
Pilot in aircraft
Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox.

SUBSCRIBE