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RAF PHOTO CONTEST STARTS OCTOBER 1
The 2023 RAF Photo Contest kicks off October 1st. Now is the time to go through your photos to find the best ones to submit! From October 1-31, send us your best photos of scenic, recreational airstrips. Winners in each of five U.S. regions, plus the RAF Mission category, will be selected. The region is…
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER SEPTEMBER FEATURED ITEM
Just in time for the transition of seasons, we’re featuring our newest, coziest pullover, the orange waffle fleece! The men’s is a quarter zip, and the women’s is hooded. It has a small pocket on the side that’s perfect for your keys and wallet, and it features the RAF logo in grey on the chest. To order the…
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: JERRY WILKE 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 Jerry Wilke, a proud RAF supporter, longtime pilot, and former executive at Harley-Davidson. It’s been a year of significant milestones … The RAF turned 20 … and…
Read MoreRAF’S SEA OF ORANGE AT AIRVENTURE
From high school campers to high-time pilots, the RAF engaged a wide group of AirVenture attendees throughout the week at Oshkosh. The RAF was invited to join displays at both the US Forest Service and Daher booths, and Hartzell again this year provided prime space on their rooftop for the traditional Tuesday morning Manderfield’s donuts and…
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: CRAIG FULLER 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 Craig Fuller, a dedicated RAF supporter and the former President of AOPA. RAF – Just Doesn’t Get Any Better: Only a few weeks had passed from the…
Read MoreRAF TEAM EMPHASIZES AVIATION AS VITAL TO RECREATIONAL ACCESS
The US Forest Service is on a year-long public conversation to improve its recreation program on its forests and grasslands. RAF Oregon Liaison Bill Ables and RAF Public Lands Consultant Ron Normandeau attended the USFS three-day virtual “Recreational Knowledge Workshop” and reinforced the importance of aviation, and the RAF success getting Congressional appropriations to fund…
Read MoreAUGUST FEATURED AIRSTRIP: HAVANA REGIONAL, ILLINOIS
Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. This month, we’re featuring Havana Regional, IL. Havana Regional Airport in Illinois, (9I0) is near a small, welcoming town on the Illinois River. Thanks to the creativity and efforts of RAF Illinois Liaison Mike Purpura, Havana’s recreational opportunities will stretch…
Read MoreLESSONS LEARNED ABOUT THE BACKCOUNTRY FROM A CAL FIRE AIR TANKER CAPTAIN
Click here to read RAF Supporter Rich Schlink’s article about the lessons he’s learned during his career as a Cal Fire Air Tanker Captain/Grumman S2F-3AT Instructor and how they relate to backcountry flying.
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER AUGUST FEATURED ITEMS
August is here, and it’s time to order your new RAF shirt! Choose from cotton, polyester, crew neck, v-neck, and more. All in signature RAF colors, the shirts are freshly stocked and waiting to be ordered! To order the Featured Items, click here. If you have questions, please email contact@theraf.org or call 406-582-1723. Your RAF Outfitter purchase is…
Read MoreJULY FEATURED AIRSTRIP: LINCOLN, MONTANA
Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. In honor of our 20th anniversary month, we’re featuring Lincoln, Montana. Flying to Lincoln, Montana S69, you’re within sight of the Bob Marshall Wilderness. The airport, owned by Montana Aeronautics Division, is a paved, lighted 4,240 foot airport at an…
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