Cross-Country Adventures
~450 NM Round Trip
Orcas Island
This trip to Orcas Island (KORS) offers the chance to log a cross-country experience, all while exploring one of Washington’s most breathtaking destinations. Beyond the cockpit, Orcas Island offers endless activities including fishing, kayaking, biking, whale watching, and hiking. In addition, you can tour art galleries, cafés, and local markets to get a taste of the island lifestyle. If you want to explore more of the island, accommodations vary from boutique hotels and spa experiences to a variety of camp grounds depending on the experience you are after.
~750 NM ROUND TRIP
Reno
Experience the excitement of a true cross-country adventure with a flight to Reno, Nevada (KRNO). This trip is ideal for Instrument, Commercial, or Multi-Engine training. Once you arrive, Reno offers a surprising mix of entertainment, dining, and outdoor recreation from exploring the vibrant downtown and casinos to hiking and boating in nearby Lake Tahoe. This long-distance route challenges your navigation skills while rewarding you with the thrill of visiting a dynamic destination, making it an unforgettable training experience for advanced pilots.
~240 NM Round Trip
Oregon Coast Tour
Embark on a majestic Oregon Coast cross-country flight. This trip offers an excellent opportunity to log day or instrument cross-country experience. Along the way, explore iconic coastal destinations such as the Tillamook Air Museum, Newport’s museums, an array of local cuisine, or the Salishan Lodge, and enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing or beach combing. Is there a place you would like to explore more, spend the night in a unique coastal hotel or set camp where the tide meets the trees. This route combines valuable flight experience with the breathtaking beauty and unique attractions of Oregon’s coastline.
~1,250 nm round trip
Yellowstone
Experience one of the most breathtaking training adventures with a long cross-country flight to Yellowstone National Park. This trip offers pilots the chance to log valuable flight time while taking in the majestic sights and natural beauty of one of America’s most iconic destinations. Once there, you can camp under the stars or stay in a cozy lodge, all while exploring Yellowstone’s incredible geysers, waterfalls, wildlife, and mountain scenery. Perfect for those working toward advanced ratings, this journey combines hands-on navigation and planning experience with the unforgettable adventure of flying into the heart of the American wilderness.
~1,000 nm roundtrip
San Francisco
Choose your route for an unforgettable cross-country flight to San Francisco. Either inland over the stunning blue waters of Crater Lake, or down the breathtaking coastline above the towering Redwoods National Forest. Each offer incredible views and valuable flight experience. Touch down at Half Moon Bay Airport, just south of the city, and spend some time exploring San Francisco’s world-famous attractions, from the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf to its vibrant neighborhoods and coastal dining. This trip combines challenging navigation, beautiful scenery, and big-city adventure!
~300 nm round trip
Seattle
Seattle area. Day trip/ Short trip, experience Class B airspace.~300nm round trip. Long commercial cross country, long instrument cross country. Day or night. Could be used for private, instrument or commercial training. Land at Boeing field (KBFI)
~630 NM Round Trip
Sandpoint
This trip to Sandpoint, Idaho (KZST), offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, boating, and exploring the scenic beauty of northern Idaho. This route is ideal for pilots looking to combine instrument and commercial long cross-country training, providing both challenging navigation and the reward of visiting a vibrant destination. It’s an unforgettable way to gain real-world flight experience while enjoying the outdoors.
