Minnesota Flyer - Serving Midwest Aviation Since 1960

It’s that time of year again when the comfortable days of fall are giving way to cooler temperatures. Winter is moving in fast and will be here before you know it!

As you are going over your checklist to be sure your airplane is ready for winter flying, remember to also look over your winter survival kit.

Have you removed anything from the kit and not replaced it? Don’t assume that something is there just because it was the last time you checked.

Go over the contents item by item. Are any packages opened or damaged?

Look for outdated items (emergency food, batteries, etc.) and repla...