Every summer for several years, I have been flying my Varga from my home base about 25 miles south of San Francisco—San Carlos, California—to Ashland, Oregon, to take in a play at the Shakespeare Festival and then proceed to Idaho for some camping.
Down to Empty Fuel Tanks
Key Takeaways:
- The author regularly flew his Varga aircraft on trips combining cultural events in Oregon with wilderness camping in Idaho.
- On a return flight, he opted to bypass a planned refueling stop due to perceived adequate fuel, intending to refuel later.
- His engine subsequently quit on final approach to his home airport, leading to an emergency landing short of the runway, where the aircraft flipped and was extensively damaged.
- The incident highlighted the critical importance of meticulous fuel planning and avoiding complacency during flight.
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