Archive for September 2025
WORTH THE READ: SARAH BROWN 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 guest editorial is by Sarah Brown, pilot and RAF Oregon Ambassador. “Ain’t nobody got time for that!” and “I am not nearly qualified enough…” were the first things I thought when I…
Read MoreEVER WONDER WHY SO MANY FOLKS LOVE SUPPORTING THE RAF?
A short new video from our friends at Voortex Productions captures the spirit that motivates folks to pitch in and preserve a very special way of flying. The RAF depends on folks who are passionate about preserving, improving, and creating airstrips for recreational access throughout the country. Some contribute their time and expertise; some help…
Read MoreVOLUNTEERS ACCOMPLISH MORE THAN PLANNED AT MOUNT TOBE
“What a difference a weekend makes,” RAF Connecticut Liaison Brian Thomas said about this year’s fall work party that he’d organized at Mount Tobe Airport, N41. The weather was perfect both Saturday and Sunday, September 20-21. “The large volunteer turnout allowed us to complete far more tasks than we originally planned for,” Thomas said, adding,…
Read MorePUBLIC COMMENTS REQUESTED FOR OREGON’S BLUE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL FOREST
The US Forest Service is required to revise its 1990 Land Management Plan for the Malheur, Umatilla, and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests in Oregon, referred to as the Blue Mountains National Forests. Land Management Plans are important documents that provide specific, long-term directions for land use. Revised wording to the Blue Mountains Forest Plan may result in changes with how airstrips are accessed…
Read MoreRAF HEARS FROM AOPA REGIONAL MANAGERS AT ANNUAL ONLINE MEETING
The RAF hosted its annual online meeting with AOPA’s Regional Managers on September 16, where key volunteers were briefed on AOPA’s advocacy and each of its seven regions’ issues. Leon Jacker, AOPA VP of Airports and State Advocacy, introduced himself and led the discussion. AOPA continues its efforts to sustain robust funding for GA, ensure…
Read MoreFEATURED AIRSTRIP: MOUNT TOBE, CT (FORMERLY “WATERBURY”)
Mount Tobe, N41, is a gem of an airfield, supported by the RAF and very devoted local volunteers who raise money for maintenance during their annual Mt.Toberfest fly-in, coming up October 10-12. Thanks to RAF Connecticut Liaison Brian Thomas, two RAF grants have enabled volunteers to improve amenities at the airfield and maintain its two…
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