RAF OUTFITTER JUNE FEATURED ITEM

Get RAF SlideDowns and let your airplane show your RAF support even when you’re not there!  These RAF SlideDown tie downs are extremely simple to use. There is no need to tie knots when securing your airplane, and unlike ratchets that tend to jam, there are no mechanical parts. The SlideDown consists of 7/16″ Kernmantle braided rope with…

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KARL JUNGCLAUS

South Dakota State Liaison Karl Jungclaus, born and raised on a small farm in southern Indiana with a grass strip, was surrounded by his father’s passion for all things aviation, from RC models, homebuilts, ultralights to GA aircraft. His maternal grandfather was a corporate pilot, instructor and A&P. “Their early influences set the path for…

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CORNUCOPIA GOES PUBLIC

The RAF is pleased to announce that Cornucopia Airport, 23W (formerly WI23) along Wisconsin’s shore of Lake Superior is now open for public access. RAF Director Jeff Russell of Waunakee obtained RAF grants and worked with the Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics for the past three years, organizing work parties and airfield improvements in cooperation with…

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RAF IMPROVES AIRFIELD GUIDE WITH UNIVERSITY SOFTWARE TEAM

The RAF partnered with Montana State University’s Computer Science Software Factory to improve the Airfield Guide’s functionality, and incorporate ForeFlight usage. MSU has Montana’s highest ranking Computer Science (CS) department, and launched the Software Factory, an innovative way to expose students to real-life businesses and organizations. Dr Clemente Izurieta, PhD oversees the program that is run by senior CS…

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WOLF RUN CAMPGROUND IMPROVEMENTS CONTINUE

During the past two years Noble County Airport Manager Ed Crock completely leveled, rolled, created drainage, and seeded the area near the trail entrance to adjacent Wolf Run Fly-In campground, providing aircraft parking on turf for campers. RAF Ohio Liaison Christine Mortine reports that it’s in excellent condition. Mr. Crock also designed and built the…

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RYAN FLY IN REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Registration is now closed for the Ryan Fly In. Please join in on the fun next year! The annual Ryan Fly-In is June 24-26, 2022! Dinners will be provided by RAF Supporter Mike Lindemer from Lindey’s Food Truck ($20/person each night). We’ll keep the coffee pot on the fire and the lemonade available. Breakfast and lunch…

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UPDATED GUIDE FOR PRIVATE AIRFIELD OWNER NOW AVAILABLE

In response to recent requests for information about privately-owned airfields, the RAF has updated its Guide for the Private Airfield Owner. The RAF recognizes that private airfields are invaluable for aviation access to recreation and offers this discussion of considerations when allowing others to use your airfield. This resource gained the endorsement of AOPA. It answers important…

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FEATURED AIRSTRIP: FORT KENT, MAINE

Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. The June Featured Airstrip is Fort Kent, Maine. “It’s a good time to visit Fort Kent, Maine,” RAF Maine Liaison Andy Rowe says, of this naturally beautiful airfield in Maine’s northernmost region. Fort Kent Airfield, FTKEN is…

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