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October 01, 2012

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Combs Completes Fifty State Journey in a Light Sport Aircraft

Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii - When Michael Combs landed his aircraft at the Kaneohe Bay Airshow yesterday it marked the completion of an ambitious mission to touch down in all fifty states in a Light Sport Aircraft.  The event was celebrated by a record attendance crowd while Michael performed in the airshow.  "You are witnessing history today folks" stated the announcer as the wheels of the REMOS aircraft gently touched down in front of the main ..

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September 17, 2012

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Combs to Complete 50 State Adventure in a Light Sport Aircraft

Lake Dallas, TX -  Michael Combs set out several years ago to fly an aircraft into all fifty states.  At that time, he didn't have a pilot's license and began The Flight for the Human Spirit with nothing but a dream.  Since then he has flown his REMOS Light Sport Aircraft named "Hope One" into 49 states, has logged over 40,000 miles, and landed in over 200 airports.  His message of "It's never, EVER too late ..

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July 17, 2012

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Combs to Speak at AirVenture 2012

Lake Dallas, TX -  As a fan posted on The Fight for the Human Spirit's Facebook Page, "Is it that time already?"  He was referring to the annual AirVenture Air Show held in Oshkosh, WI that will attract over ten thousand aircraft and thousands upon thousands of fans of aviation through the gates during each of the seven days that it is open.

One of the highlights of the show this year will feature the aircraft "Hope One" which will be ..

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July 05, 2012

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Thunderstorms, High Winds Could Not Stop Transcontinental Flight

Denton, TX -  A Coast to Coast flight in a Light Sport Aircraft met more than its share of adverse weather as it successfully flew from Carlsbad, CA to Wilmington, NC.  Michael Combs with Flight Assistant Daniel Routh arrived at Wilmington International Airport before noon, less than fifty hours after departing the West Coast in an effort to set a new world record.

The flight successfully departed Carlsbad with low cloud ceilings within minutes of the 7:15 PDT cutoff time signifying ..

Delayed Take-off Was Delayed for a Reason

As anyone who has ever flown can tell you: "there can be no predictability when it comes to flying."  Whether you are flying on a large commercial jet, a powered parachute, or a private single engine aircraft, there are elements that are always present which are naturally prone to keeping you on the ground.  Mechanical concerns, the physical or mental condition of the pilot, and even operations at the airport all take a back seat to the number one reason why flights are cancelled or delayed:  weather.  It is weather that determines ..

Ten Ways that You Can Participate in Aviation History

by Michael Combs

At last week's airshow in Denton, TX I had a lot of people ask how they can follow The Flight for the Human Spirit as we attempt to set a new Transcontinental World Record this weekend.  There has never been a time when encouragement was needed by so many around the world, and it seems as though our message of never EVER giving up is gaining a lot of attention.  We are truly proving that anyone can do whatever they set out to do if ..

Transcontinental World Record Flight Route

 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Flight Day One

Leg #01:  KCRQ - JLI - SHADI - KCHD                                       284.1 miles

Leg #02:  KCHD - PEAKS - KABQ                                              282.1 miles

Leg #03:  KABQ - CADVO - KAMA                                             243.0 miles

Leg #04:  KAMA - KDTO                                                             254.3 miles

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Flight Day Two

Leg #05:  KDTO - KGLH                                                           311.8 miles

Leg #06:  KGLH - KBHM                                                           211.8 miles

Leg #07:  KBHM - KCAE                                                           281.9 miles

Leg #08:  KCAE - KILM                                                             161.0 miles

Total Flight Miles:  2,030

Estimated Actual Flight Hours:  20.3

Total Estimated Time from Take-off:  34 hours 22 minutes 23 ..

Details of the Transcontinental Flight

On June 23^rd, we are scheduled to fly Hope One from Coast to Coast from California to North Carolina.  Here is some more detailed information for you.

The aircraft is a REMOS GX Light Sport Aircraft

Engine:  Rotax 912 (100 hp)

Number of Seats:  Two

Aircraft Construction:  Carbon Fiber

Weight of Aircraft:  Maximum of 1,320 lbs

Average Cruise Speed:  100 kts overall

Anticipated Altitude Cruise Speed:  110 kts

Average Cruise Altitude:  9,500 (higher over the Continental Divide)

Straight Line Distance of Flight:  1,954 nautical miles

Actual Calculated Flight Distance:  2,030 ..

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June 01, 2012

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World Record Transcontinental Flight in a Light Sport Aircraft

Denton, TX -  A Coast to Coast record attempt is scheduled to take place on June 23^rd and 24^th in a Light Sport Aircraft.  This will be sanctioned as both a National and World Record Aviation event.

From his Lake Dallas office, pilot Michael Combs announced the official west to east route for The Flight which will begin in Carlsbad, CA (KCRQ - McClellan - Palomar) and will end in Wilmington, NC (KILM - ..

Enter the Drawing for a Torgoen Aviator's Watch!!!

In late June of 2012, I'll be flying Hope One from California to North Carolina setting a new Coast to Coast World Record.  This is quickly becoming a much anticipated event that will not only celebrate aviation, but will highlight the dreams of our fans and show that anything is possible if you only believe.

On board Hope One will be a new Torgoen Aviator's Watch that is absolutely beautiful!  This watch has dual time, a Swiss Quartz timekeeping system, a High Quality Stainless Steel Case, and is waterproof ..