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I have always dreamed of flying a Canadian Ultralight (AKA Light Sport) across the prairies from my home in Calgary to the place I grew up in Northwestern Ontario. Sioux Lookout Ontario is the base for many great flying adventures. During the 30s and 40s it was home to the world's largest water base airport. …
In August 2015, I began building my Carbon Cub EX2 kit, encountering part shortages and quality issues. Despite the challenges, including paint contamination and scheduling setbacks, I invested 1000 hours over 10.5 months. After successful test flights in varied conditions, I found the aircraft enjoyable and a great addition to my flying repertoire.
Pilots in the club agree that aviation is best enjoyed together. Despite personal health challenges, the author cherished flying hours beside a yellow savage cub and enjoyed a scenic flight in a Cessna 195 to Red Deer with friends. They relished lunch at the Circuit Café after arriving with multiple planes.
The author reflects on a month without flying due to cottage construction, missing various aviation events. However, a late September flight amid beautiful weather allowed for stunning photography of fall colors. The author discusses the current aviation film "Flyboys" and clarifies misconceptions about Canadian Light Sport Aircraft certification, highlighting challenges with the Legend Cub.
Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC 