In hindsight, a dusty field next to a busy highway is not the best place to land a machine that turns out enough down force to levitate 47,000 lbs.

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....