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WORTH THE READ: CLAY SIMMONS 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 Clay Simmons, a young pilot and member of the RAF’s Backcountry Etiquette Team. I’m supposed to be the adult now? When I say I’ve been flying my…

RICK LEDUC

Day job: Depends on the day! Favorite airstrips: Stehekin Next adventure: Moose Creek in October! Although it’ll be hard to top the last few months; eclipse trip to TX, Alaska, Oshkosh

BRI NORBY

Day job: Flight Nurse Favorite airstrip: Fireweed, AK Next adventure: Flying around the Tordrillos

JOHN KARAM

Day job: Airline Pilot Favorite airstrip: Moose Creek Next adventure: A flight out to Middlegate, Nevada for lunch

DAN CAPOSELLA

Connecticut Ambassador

Pat Hartness

Pat Hartness laid aside his logbook at age 75 after a remarkable life in aviation.“It was the perfect opportunity to start driving a tractor and still stay actively involved in aviation,” he says. It opened a new chapter of his passion to inspire others. After 8,000 VFR hours in everything from PiperCubs, an AirCam, Stearman,…

GOODSPEED, CONNECTICUT IMPROVED WITH RAF GRANT

RAF Connecticut Liaison Brian Thomas reports on a successful work party at Goodspeed, 42B over the August 24-25 weekend. Thomas used an RAF grant for materials for campground improvements. “On Saturday morning at 10 we had a great turnout of about twelve to fifteen folks who were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and had construction expertise,” Thomas said. The group included…

RAF OUTFITTER SEPTEMBER FEATURED ITEM

Get ready for cooler weather with our men’s and women’s vests! The men’s Kuhl vests are our most popular men’s apparel. The women’s Stio vests are new, just in time for fall! We have two options – down and insulated, coming in different weights and colors. Get yours now so you’re ready as it cools…

ARE YOU THE OWNER OF A PRIVATE AIRFIELD?

We have good news for you. The RAF has a free Guide for the Private Airfield Owner that is available on our website! Have you considered allowing public access? The RAF is your “go-to” for help. Our Guide for the Private Airfield Owner answers all your questions, like: Should my airfield be open to the public? Should it be added to the…

FEATURED AIRSTRIP: TRIPLE TREE AERODROME, SOUTH CAROLINA

Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you’ll get out and enjoy these special places. Because of its legendary Southern hospitality and its own “golden rule” promising fun and fellowship, we are again featuring Triple Tree Aerodrome, SC00 in South Carolina’s Piedmont. Triple Tree’s founders preserve its legendary history, while celebrating the next…