Route 6

by Ron Jorgensen - MTN1652

This route can be flown with any Amphibian/Float aircraft you wish.  It is designed for flight at low altitudes.  Varying weather is suggested to change the difficulty of the flights.  Splash flights are VFR ONLY!  No autopilot either!!  If you want to fly high watching an autopilot, this division is not for you.

Departure Point - CAB5 (Bronson Creek, Canada)

Arrival Point - 68A (Wrangell, AK)

Approximate distance = 55NM

Map of the route on real sectional chart - doesn't quite make it to Bronson Creek, but close enough.

Ron's Advice:  Depart Bronson Creek on R/W 03 and IMMEDIATELY turn to the left and pick up the river.  Follow the river (Stikin River) until it appears to come to a dead end (about 15 min).  Here bear to the left staying in the center of the river.  There are numerous islands along the way so keep a close eye on the river.  About 22 minutes into the flight the river splits (a Y), Take the left side.

About 30 minutes into the flight you will be able to see the town and runway at Wrangell.  I landed parallel to the runway in the bay.

JY's Advice:  Once you make the turn to the river at takeoff, you are almost home free.  Get out your camera and enjoy the views as you cruise along at 500 feet.  Take a wrong turn and it could end up badly, but you wouldn't do that now, would you?

How Tough Do You Want it to Be?

Screenshots

turning out over the river	over the river	nice scenery	which way to turn?
Ron approaching 68A	JY approaching 68A	short final to water landing

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