Alaska’s rugged terrain, unpredictable weather, and remote landing sites test every pilot — and every aircraft. When the unexpected happens, experience makes the difference.
With decades of flying across Alaska and a strong background as an A&P mechanic, Joel Natwick and the Tanalian Aviation team have completed countless successful recoveries statewide — from mountaintops to riverbeds and frozen tundra.
Our mission is simple: recover safely, protect what can be saved, and get it home.
See our team in action — from frozen lake extractions to backcountry lift-outs.
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Each recovery is a story of challenge, teamwork, and the kind of determination that defines flying in the North.
