Posts by Kodi

Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. The July Featured Airstrip is Russian Flat, Montana. Russian Flat was just a twinkle in the eyes of recreational flying enthusiasts in 2003, and since 2010 when this brand new airstrip opened, has been the place for…

The RAF and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) have signed an agreement allowing the RAF to manage recreational aviation use of the Red Pine airfield, located within TNC’s St John River Forest in northern Maine. RAF volunteers have worked to return the airstrip to a safe condition for backcountry use. Red Pine, a remote 2,470-ft paved…

RAF supporters spent a day July 9 on repairs and maintenance at both Rager Guard Station airfield in Oregon’s Ochoco National Forest, and Big Rock Flat airfield in the Umatilla National Forest. “These two Forest Service aviation assets provide pilots with opportunities to access remote backcountry areas in Central Oregon,” RAF Oregon Liaison Richard Mayes said. Visitors…

Not many folks could find “Winifred” on a US map, but your RAF directors did, and engaged in their three-day board meeting “close to the heart and start of the RAF,” Chairman John McKenna said. Some flew in and landed on the turf at 9S7, and filled the local Winifred Hotel, just a mile from…

This special collection of hats features airstrips that the RAF has had a significant impact on. Choose the hats with your favorite strips and wear them proudly! These snapback hats are structured with a mesh back and the color is different for each airstrip. Airstrip options: Cornucopia, WI (WI23)Blackwater, FL (8FD3)Trigger Gap, AR (17A)Ryan Field,…

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…

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…

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…

With the increased popularity of Trigger Gap RAF Arkansas Liaisons Dave Powell and Harper Goodwin began considering noise mitigation. “As an organization, we have truly strived to make as low an impact as possible,” Goodwin said. They examined current usage and flight paths, and coordinated with The Nature Conservancy. With help from fellow RAF members…