In The Press Archives - Recreational Aviation Foundation

HENDERSON FIELD HOSTS STARGAZERS

Henderson Field (95IL) in Illinois hosted a stargazing party for pilots October 11-13. Read the GA News story HERE.

MIDWEST FLYER NOTES RYAN FIELD FLY-IN

Midwest Flyer Magazine has a story on the Ryan Field Annual Fly In on pages 21-23. Read the story HERE.

“WHAT MOOSE MEANS TO ME”

Julie Boatman’s beautifully written account of her return to Moose Creek USFS (1U1) for a work party with fellow pilots and RAF volunteers may be read HERE.

RAF CHAIRMAN LOOKS TO THE FUTURE IN GA NEWS ARTICLE

As the RAF celebrates its 21st year, Chairman of the Board John McKenna speaks about past challenges and optimism for the future of the organization. Read the General Aviation News article HERE.

SAFETY BOOSTED AT RAGER AIRSTRIP

A collaboration between the RAF and USFS has increased safety at Rager Ranger Station Airstrip in the the Ochoco National Forest in Oregon. Read the General Aviation News report HERE.

GA NEWS POSTS TIPS FOR BACKCOUNTRY FLYING

“Many don’t need to be taught, but rather need to be reminded,” notes RAF Chairman John McKenna, about safe practices for backcountry flight. Read the backcountry flying tips HERE.

JUSTIN MACKIE SHARES PERSPECTIVES ON UTAH AIRFIELD WITH FLYING MAGAZINE

Mackie created the Utah backcountry airfield (UT91) from a juniper and brush-covered bluff on part of the Mackie Ranch. Read the story HERE.

RAF, USFS VOLUNTEERS REPAIR REMOTE CABINS

A group of RAF and US Forest Service volunteers spent a week in Tongass National Forest performing maintence on remote cabins in Southeast Heckman Lake. Read the General Aviation News story HERE.

GA NEWS DETAILS PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO CONNECTICUT AIRFIELDS

RAF grants will fund several upcoming improvements at Goodspeed Airport and Waterbury Airport in Connecticut. Read the story HERE.

FlyBuyer.com featured stories on RAF efforts in airstrip preservation in Bears Ears National Monument. Read the story HERE. Also featured is a story on the RAF collaboration with the USFS to ensure the viability of Tongass National Forest cabins. Read the story HERE.