Well it finally happened… I’m going to Afghanistan to fly helicopters. I’m finishing ground school tomorrow and off to Dallas, Texas for my 212 endorsement.  In just under 4 weeks I fly out to Afghanistan for my first tour. The job is flying a 212 as a First Officer (two pilots are not normally required [...]

Ok, that might be a bit of a stretch… Spring in the north is a welcome season for many winter ravaged northerners.  Every spring in Ft. Simpson a tipi (sp) is moved out onto the MacKenzie River ice and is connected to a clock on the river bank.  Everyone in the village can buy a [...]