RAF OUTFITTER JUNE FEATURED ITEM

Still don’t have a pair of RAF SlideDowns? It’s time to upgrade! Show off your RAF support—even when you’re not in the cockpit—with stylish SlideDowns for your aircraft. 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…

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WORTH THE READ: RON KELLER 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 Ron Keller, the RAF’s New Mexico Liaison. My interest in aviation started as a child on our small farm in Ohio. When I saw an airplane fly…

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Steve Jones

You could say Steve Jones has aviation in his blood. He is the IT manager for the company that operates the largest, most diverse private aircraft fleet in the world, hangs out weekends at his active local GA airport, AND is willing and able to volunteer his skills for the RAF. Steve helps manage the…

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RYAN FLY IN REGISTRATION FULL FOR AIRPLANES

We have reached our airplane capacity for the 2025 Ryan Fly In. If you are currently registered and need to cancel, please let us know so there is room for others.To get on the waitlist to fly in, please fill out registration; we will notify you if there are any cancellations.There is still room to…

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RECURRING DONATIONS WITH THE RAF

People often think of donations as one-time events: a check sent in, a quick online transaction, or a few dollars given at a fly in. While these gifts are vital, there’s another way to give that can have an even greater impact: recurring donations. Did you know you can set your RAF donation to recur…

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RYAN FLY IN REGISTRATION TO OPEN APRIL 15

The Ryan Fly In is scheduled for June 27-29, 2025 at Ryan Field, Montana. Be looking in our April 15 email for the registration link. Space is limited, so please be sure to register early! Drive-in camping is permitted for the fly in on a first-come, first-served basis. We have very limited space, so please…

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WORTH THE READ: JOHN NADEAU 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 John Nadeau, one of the RAF’s RUS Liaisons and a longtime RAF supporter. When Opportunity Knocks, Open the Door – Better Yet, Knock First – Opportunity May…

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VOLUNTEERS ASSEMBLE RAF FIRE HUB AT TRIPLE TREE AERODROME

The Triple Tree Aerodrome in Woodruff, South Carolina was the site of a very special RAF work party March 3-4 to assemble a colossal RAF Fire Hub. The crew of around 20 included Triple Tree Aerodrome founder Pat Hartness and local Triple Tree volunteers, RAF Chairman John McKenna, and RAF volunteers from as far as Florida, West Virginia…

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RAF CELEBRATES CONTRIBUTIONS OF TWO RETIRING DIRECTORS

The RAF Board naturally evolves, and at this time, we are celebrating the extraordinary contributions to the vision, leadership, and success of the RAF provided by retiring Directors Pete Bunce and Todd Simmons. “The impact that Todd and Pete have had with the RAF has been tremendous, and they’ll remain valued friends of the RAF,”…

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A WIN-WIN METHOD TO HELP THE RAF: DELTA SKYMILES FOR BUSINESS

Did you know that the RAF is a Delta SkyMiles for Business member? This means that when you book a ticket on Delta, the RAF can receive points for your travel. It does NOT affect any of your SkyMiles or other bonus programs. It is purely a benefit to the RAF. We can redeem the…

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