August 4, 2019, issue of 'AOPA Travel Pilot'

August 4, 2019 VOL 2, ISSUE 16

Explore the world from the airport out.

Death Valley National Park: Land of extremes

Tips for desert flying

Flights over the desert showcase vast expanses of sky and brilliant colors of sand, rock, and scrub. Here are tips to fly it safely.

Borrego Springs, California

Otherworldly desert paradise

For someone unfamiliar with the desert, Borrego Springs, California, is like traveling to another world. It's a must for pilots who desire an authentic desert experience.

Sedona, Arizona

Red-rock fantasyland

Land on the "aircraft carrier of the desert" and take in the beautiful red-rock sites and festivals this fall.

Dead Cow, Nevada

Desert drag

For a desert flying experience like no other, set your course for the High Sierra Fly-In on a dry lakebed to take in STOL drag racing.

Flying high and hot

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