In 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark departed from St. Charles, Missouri, for a two-year exploration of America, inaugurating a grand American tradition that has persisted to this day — the road trip. Maybe it’s due to my airline pilot lifestyle, but I have never been a fan of travel for travel’s sake so my desire to fly the Alaska Highway sort of surprised me. I stand in stark contrast to my father, who was born with an adventurer’s heart and has been to many a remote locale in his years on this planet.
Flying the Alaska Highway
adventure, but shared memories for one
father and son.**
Key Takeaways:
- An airline pilot and his 82-year-old father embark on a multi-day general aviation flight from Wisconsin to Alaska, retracing the historic Alaska Highway route and recreating the father's past adventures.
- The extensive journey required meticulous planning, involved navigating vast, remote North American landscapes with varying aviation infrastructure and weather reporting, and highlighted differing risk tolerances between the cautious author and his adventurous father.
- Beyond the logistical challenges and breathtaking vistas, the trip served as a profound intergenerational bonding experience, emphasizing the value of shared adventure and creating lasting memories between father and son.
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