Spotted at the Valdez Fly-In today: the Carbon Cub UL putting on a show during STOL competition practice! This Carbon Cub is ultralightweight but packs serious performance! Jaw-dropping takeoffs, short landings, and pure Cub attitude. Can't wait to see it compete for real! #ValdezFlyIn #STOL #aviatorsdream #aviation #aviationlife #aviationgeek #avgeek #aircraft #airplane #backcountry #bushflying #bushplane #pilot #generalaviation #cubcrafters #carboncub #planelovers #planegeek #pilotlife #flyrot

The annual Valdez STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) competition, held in Valdez, Alaska, is a thrilling showcase of aviation skill and precision. Pilots from around the world gather to demonstrate their ability to take off and land on a short runway, often in challenging mountainous terrain and adverse weather conditions. The event attracts a diverse array of aircraft, from bush planes to experimental designs, each customized for maximum performance in STOL operations. Participants compete in var

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