(they're still used extensively in Africa on grass strips)
er... not really. Very few airworthy piston Commanders left in these parts and those handful that are still around are privately owned and mostly pampered with nice long, tarmac runways.
It's nice to see there are still a few of these older piston dinosaurs being flown regularly. Now get Jim Reader to take some air-to-air pics. Lovely story though - enjoyed reading it - thank you.