AOPA DETAILS PILOTS’ EFFORTS AGAINST HARTFORD-BRAINARD REDEVELOPMENT
AOPA and the RAF work with area advocates to limit redevelopment and promote pro-aviation and recreational use legislation. Read the story HERE. Submitted February 13, 2023.
Read MoreWHERE WILL YOU CELEBRATE RAF’S 20TH BIRTHDAY?
By now you know the RAF is celebrating twenty years of success thanks to the efforts of our volunteers! This year, we encourage you to join the fun and get out to the backcountry – which to us is more than a place. It’s a style of flying we enjoy, whether arriving at your favorite…
Read MoreTim Kaseno
For a pilot who has flown all over the world, first as a Navy pilot in Sikorsky H3 helicopters, then flying logistic support in the Beechcraft C12, and the DC9, civilian regional in the Jetstream 4100, and freight for Atlas Air in the B747, Tim Kaseno’s roots run deep in Cornucopia, Wisconsin, a place that draws…
Read MoreRAF BOARD MEETS IN MONTANA; REFLECTS ON 20 YEARS
The RAF’s all-volunteer board of directors gathered in Bozeman, MT for its annual face-to-face meeting in January to discuss areas of focus for 2023 and reflect on 20 years of success furthering the mission. “A top priority is to celebrate this special year with our volunteers and supporters,” RAF President Bill McGlynn said. Bridger Aerospace…
Read MoreTWIN & TURBINE MAGAZINE SPOTLIGHTS THE RAF
The RAF was recently featured in two articles in TWIN & TURBINE Magazine, focusing on the RAF mission and the commemoration of the RAF’s 20 year anniversary. Read the articles HERE and HERE.
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: BEN SCLAIR 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 from Ben Sclair, Owner/Publisher of General Aviation News. 20 Years of Todays. Generally speaking, the most effective way to ensure tomorrow is better than yesterday is to focus…
Read MoreGA NEWS REPORTS SACATON REOPENING
Read all about the reopening of Sacaton Airstrip in the General Aviation News report HERE. Submitted on February 6, 2023.
Read MoreCOOPERATION WITH PARKS DEPARTMENT LEADS TO STRIP IMPROVEMENTS
Since the RAF signed an MOU with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, RAF Texas Liaison Tres Clinton reports they have had numerous in-person and online meetings, and the department supports airstrips on Parklands. So far, work has been completed at Del Norte airstrip, in the Devils River State Natural Area. “The main focus now…
Read MoreKARI DEFREEST
Vice President of Appreciation Kari is active professionally as an occupational therapist and educator. In addition to the RAF, she volunteers with organizations dedicated to education and the arts. When not flying to remote lake cabins for recreation, Kari enjoys baking, reading, and playing with the local community concert band. She lives in the rainforest…
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER FEBRUARY FEATURED ITEM
It’s that time of year! Our beanies are back, with two new patterns! These beanies will keep your noggin plenty warm on cold days. It’s a fantastic beanie to wear for cold-weather activities like snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and (of course!) flying. Lined in Polartec fleece and fits snugly, one size fits all. To order the…
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