With the growing popularity of backcountry flying and short takeoff and land (STOL) competitions, landing on mid-river gravel bars has become a popular activity. High-lift devices, specialized engines and props, and oversize tires make the practice relatively safe, and lots of fun. But gravel-bar flying received an unwelcome black eye last week when a Piper … Continue reading J-3 Cub Strikes Kayaker After Takeoff From Oregon Gravel Bar