My right-seat passenger has become quiet, so I ask how she is doing. From our Cirrus, the view of the Mojave Desert seems infinite, and my question has interrupted her contemplation. “I’m taking it all in,” she explains while pointing her camera lens out the window. “I’ve never seen the desert from this angle before. You can see the patterns of time. It’s breathtaking, in a whole new way.” I apply left pressure on the sidestick as we make a leisurely orbit. Neither of us says a word.
Flying the Wild West
Key Takeaways:
- A pilot and a landscape photographer embarked on a multi-day general aviation expedition through the diverse Mojave Desert and surrounding regions of Southern California and Nevada.
- Their journey, characterized by a "Wild West" circuitous route, offered unique aerial perspectives of landscapes ranging from historic aviation sites and bustling cities to extreme natural wonders like Death Valley and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
- The trip showcased the freedom and fresh insights general aviation provides, allowing them to capture breathtaking moments and appreciate the vast, varied terrain from a new angle.
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