Flying in Western USA
I'm off to California (ADP @ KPOC) later this month to fly 50 hrs or so. I have two friends who are coming along for the ride so to speak. We have a few ideas of places to go, flying up to San Francisco, Grand Canyon/Monument Valley, Big Bear etc But any other suggestions would be welcomed!
My main queries are to do with aircraft performance and Military activity.
I plan to hire a 180hp Archer for most of the trips. Do people think ( given the time of year) that there will be enough power there to fly at high altitudes, baring in mind there will be three adults on board? Any experiences of mountain flying etc would be welcomed ( I will be having a decent check out before I go flying off)
Secondly, a large portion of the area is marked with MOA's and or restricted areas. I'm led to believe that you can enter MOA's without permission, but it is best to get a flight following and that you are to request permission to enter restricted areas. I would like to visit Death Valley, Mojave etc however there seems to be a lot of restricted zones etc
Any help would be appreciated
Cheers
JAS