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These Stio Tipton Tech quarter zip long-sleeve shirts let you wear the RAF orange in style! They’re made of a polyester/cotton/spandex blend that wicks moisture 4x faster than cotton – the perfect baselayer. Featuring a grey RAF logo on the front, the women’s version has a pink zipper, while the men’s has a blue zipper.…

Once the USFS District Ranger deemed Sacaton “re-opened” last January after it had lain dormant and overgrown for decades, RAF New Mexico Ron Keller lost no time organizing help to improve it and make it safer and more appealing for recreation. On the weekend of April 13-16 Keller gathered three volunteers to work on the…

RAF Washington Liaison Dave Whitelaw has been awarded an RAF grant to preserve amenities and increase safety at Avey Field, (69S) near Laurier, WA. The field is owned by Bob Davis of Orient, WA, and is adjacent to a Washington-British Columbia Port-Of-Entry. Customs agents are nearby making this strip convenient for travelers to and from Canada. …

Recreational opportunities abound at airfields around the country, and the RAF is proud of the results of partnering with other aviation advocates to preserve access from coast to coast. It is a treat in and of itself to land in a remote location and enjoy an airfield’s natural surroundings, from stately stands of trees to picturesque…

It was natural for Bill Ables of Enterprise, Oregon, to take up backcountry flying and advocacy. He makes a stunning image when he approaches a forest strip in his beautiful 1952 red Cessna 170B.  Bill has served as RAF Ambassador, but has made the commitment to step up as Liaison, joining RAF Oregon Liaison Richard Mayes. Bill…

Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. This month’s Featured Airstrip is Waterbury, Connecticut. Looking for a quiet place not far from the bustle of New York’s metro area? Try Waterbury, CT, N41, 20 nm northwest of New Haven. This airfield has two turf…

In addition to our lively Facebook and Instagram pages, the RAF now has a YouTube channel that showcases professional RAF videos by Voortex Productions, with more content planned for the future. It’s a fun and easy way for our community of RAF supporters to stay updated on mission related news from all over the country!  If…

If you’re ready for a fun new hat for spring, go to the RAF Outfitter online store! We have you covered, from orange to grey, structured or not, and even buttonless. You can find our special anniversary hat and also hats for your favorite airstrip. At the RAF Outfitter, we regularly add products, and items…

We know you seek quick access to upcoming events when making your plans. The RAF Event Calendar is easy to find, and is bursting with events of interest to our RAF friends and supporters.  Early this month, a work party is scheduled at Owyhee State Airport in Oregon. There are fly-ins on Creighton Island in Georgia and…

Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. This month’s Featured Airstrip is Richland Creek, Arkansas. The beauty of Richland Creek, Arkansas 4AR9 is its isolation, and that you can taxi and park within 50 yards of the beautiful creek. “It flows year-round and is…