Archive for October 2024
HENDERSON FIELD HOSTS STARGAZERS
Henderson Field (95IL) in Illinois hosted a stargazing party for pilots October 11-13. Read the GA News story HERE.
Read MoreCONSIDERING YEAR-END CHARITABLE GIVING?
As year-end nears, like many people, you may be considering your charitable contributions. If you wish to include the RAF, we are standing by to help. You can even specify an RAF project if you wish. The RAF is fortunate to have a deep bench of professional financial planning talent with several planned giving ideas…
Read MoreLEANING IN TOGETHER
With the 2024 political season in the rear view mirror, now is an important time to move forward. Whether you supported some winners, or were on the wrong side of the voting equation, now’s a good time to reach out to those that you may have disagreed with. With change comes both concern and opportunity.…
Read MoreROB AHO
Alaska and Michigan Ambassador Day job: Civil/environmental engineerFavorite strip: Meadow Creek (0S1)Next adventure: Annual SE AK lake cabin RAF work party trip
Read MoreUBCP “SLED DOGS” REPAIR MEXICAN MOUNTAIN
Utah Back Country Pilots Association President Roy Evans, II reports that recently volunteers, honorably dubbed the “UBCP Sled Dogs”, completed an exceptional effort restoring the BLM airstrip at Mexican Mountain, and it is now open. The scenic and remote airstrip had suffered significant flood damage, and the BLM environmental review to perform more extensive repairs would…
Read MoreRAF AND AIRPORT VOLUNTEERS IMPROVE WOLF RUN FLY-IN CAMPGROUND
On November 2, four airport volunteers joined 14 RAF supporters at Wolf Run Fly-In Campground adjacent to the Noble County Airport for a work day close to 9 a.m. Those arriving in seven aircraft had to wait for the morning fog to clear. “It was one of the most spectacular fall days of the season,”…
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: PEYTON WOLTER GUEST EDITORIAL
Our many RAF supporters have such vast and varied experience, and we’re capturing some of their words of wisdom to share with you. This month’s guest editorial is by Peyton Wolter, a pilot and volunteer for the RAF’s Social Media Team. As I delve deeper into the world of aviation, I realize just how unique my…
Read More2024 RAF PHOTO CONTEST CONCLUDES
The 2024 RAF Photo Contest has concluded. Thanks to our supporters, we had a great turnout of submissions! Our VP’s of Appreciation reviewed and judged them anonymously, selecting 12 winning photos. VP of Appreciation Cindy Cross said, “Once again we had so many outstanding entries. It is wonderful seeing so many beautiful areas in our…
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER NOVEMBER FEATURED ITEM
The 2025 Hat is here! This lighweight, sport, unstructured hat is unlike our others. It’s adjustable with a velcro back, and features the RAF logo on front with “2025” embroidered on the side. Order the Featured Item and shop the RAF Outfitter. If you have questions, please email contact@theraf.org or call 406-582-1723. Your RAF Outfitter purchase is greatly…
Read MoreTOOL ROLLS BACK IN STOCK
The Tool Rolls in the RAF Outfitter are back in stock! Order yours today – they are an excellent item for early Christmas shopping!
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