Southeast Adventure Guide | FLYING Magazine

An aerial view of downtown Nashville's cityscape.

Where To Land in and Around ‘Music City’

There are several options for the GA pilot flying to Nashville. Some are farther out, but it’s pretty country, and the drive can help you unwind.

A Diamond D62 airplane soars through clear skies over low mountains in the background.

Flying to Huntsville? Your Airplane Should Match the Airport You Fly Into

Choose a Diamond DA62 or a Maule for your family vacation to ‘Rocket City.’

An aerial view of downtown Huntsville, Alabama, overlooking Big Spring Park

A Trio of Huntsville Airports for Your Visit to ‘Rocket City’

These airports attract pilots and rocket scientists alike.

Huntsville aka ‘Rocket City’ Packs a Punch for Aerospace Fans

Get an insider perspective on the Space Race and aviation in the South in this Alabama city.

Illustration of a small aircraft landing at Transylvania County Airport.

Hone Your Short-Field Skills

It’s important to set a target and establish a stabilized approach when making a short-field landing.

Chart Wise: Chattanooga ILS or LOC RWY 2

The approach to KCHA holds a few less common things to watch out for.

An aerial view of the Tennessee River near Chattanooga

Airports for Your Fly-In to Chattanooga

These airports around Chattanooga, Tennessee, make good choices for your city-based adventure.

Aircraft for Your Chattanooga Adventure

The Cessna 182, Mooney M20 series, and Van’s RV-14A offer speed and utility for your journey.

A view of the Tennessee River flowing under the well-known pedestrian bridge in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Destination: Chattanooga

Located in Southeast Tennessee, this thriving metropolis is also a hub for outdoor tourism and has a great landing spot for amphibious aircraft: the Tennessee River.

A couple appears to be talking as they fly over a field in a small aircraft.

Are We There Yet?

When you share you experiences and knowledge with your passengers they may catch the aviation bug.