Archive for November 2022
KEN WARREN
Iowa State Liaison Ken spent his early years in western Kentucky and Tennessee where he learned the joy of outdoor activities from his father, uncle, and grandfathers. In 1994 he moved to Indiana and earned an Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue University. Since 2002 Ken has lived in eastern Iowa and he is currently employed…
Read MoreCole Pearson
Florida Ambassador Day Job: Fire Department Manager of Lifeguards / Student Favorite Strip: Any strip that has grass and a nice view Next Adventure: Instrument Flight training
Read MoreCHICKEN STRIP RESTORED AFTER FLOOD DAMAGE
“Fifteen volunteers braved hours of rutted out 4×4 roads to come help rebuild Chicken Strip in Saline Valley on November 5 and 6,” RAF California Liaison Katerina Barilov reported. It’s ironic that an airstrip in the driest place in North America suffers occasional flooding, but a regional deluge in July created washouts that closed the airstrip in Death Valley National…
Read MoreUTAH PILOTS’ OBJECTIONS TO PROPOSED ORDINANCE REPORTED BY FLYING MAGAZINE
The December 6 meeting of Utah’s Grand County Board of Commissioners about a proposed ordinance targeting aircraft operation in backcountry areas was reported by Flying Magazine. Read the article HERE. Submitted on December 20, 2021.
Read MoreWORK CONTINUES AT SACATON, NEW MEXICO AIRSTRIP
“We just concluded our phase two work party at Sacaton landing strip, and I think we are about ninety percent finished,” RAF New Mexico Liaison Ron Keller reported. Approval must come from the Glenwood District Ranger before Sacaton is open for general recreational use after decades of closure and neglect. As of now, usage is limited…
Read MoreFEATURED AIRSTRIP: GRAND GULCH, ARIZONA
Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. This month’s Featured Airstrip is Grand Gulch, Arizona. It’s grand, and there’s a gulch. This aptly-named location in Arizona’s Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument is just 50 nm south of St. George, UT. There are two dirt runways…
Read MoreHARTZELL RECEIVES VOYAGER PROPELLER STC FOR CESSNA FLEET POWERED BY CONTINENTAL O-470 ENGINES
RAF supporters with the popular O-470 model engine will be thrilled to learn that Hartzell Propeller has expanded the applicability of its popular three-blade aluminum Voyager props. The Voyager is now STC approved for Cessna aircraft powered by Continental 470-A (s/n 41000 and higher) -J, -R, and -S engines. This includes models C – J with standard…
Read MoreFATHER-SON PAIR CONTINUE TO IMPROVE CREIGHTON ISLAND
RAF Georgia Ambassador and Bonanza pilot Eric Davis and his father Gary evaded poor flying weather and made the four-hour drive and boat ride into Creighton Island in October to make a variety of improvements to the unique fly-in island setting. They have proven to be a multi-skilled “dynamic duo” when it comes to upkeep…
Read MoreRAF TO PUBLISH GUEST EDITORIALS, WELL WORTH THE READ
Our many RAF supporters have such vast and varied experience, that we’re capturing some of their words of wisdom to share with you. Beginning in January 2023, the RAF website will feature a new page called “Worth the Read”. Each month, an editorial from a supporter’s point of view will be added. You’ll be able to find them…
Read MoreVOLUNTEERS BRAVE CORNUCOPIA CHILL TO COMPLETE TASKS
Not everyone could get volunteers to show up for outdoor work on a Wisconsin airfield on the windy shores of Lake Superior in December. But RAF Director Jeff Russell and Wisconsin Liaison Amanda Levin were successful gathering a dozen folks who cheerfully helped take on maintenance and improvements at Cornucopia, including airport manager Tim Kaseno.…
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