Ty Christensen - Bush Landings & Risk Management

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Ty Christensen joins us for one of the most skill-focused episodes we’ve ever recorded. As one of the most talented young Super Cub pilots in Alaska, Ty breaks down how he manages energy, evaluates risk, and teaches new pilots the fundamentals of flying in the backcountry.

In this conversation, we dig into what it really takes to fly a Super Cub precisely and safely in off-airport terrain. Ty shares his approach to bush landings, reading terrain, dealing with unexpected variables, and the techniques he drills into students who want to fly the Alaska wilderness with confidence.

In this episode:

How Ty became one of Alaska’s most capable young bush pilots

Managing energy in a Super Cub

Risk assessment and how to stay ahead of the airplane

What Ty teaches new pilots about backcountry flying

Bush landings: approaching different terrain and conditions

Real stories and lessons from training and off-airport operations

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Safety note:
This podcast contains personal accounts from professional pilots in unique environments. These stories are not training guidance. Always follow current regulations, and get qualified instruction

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