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WORTH 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 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 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…
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: MARK BAKER 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 Mark Baker, President of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. There are many thousands of pilots in this great country, flying millions of miles each year to many thousands…
Read MoreWHAT A RIDE
Preflight the plane, load up the gear, grab someone to join you, and head to the backcountry. The RAF is celebrating its 20th year in 2023 and we hope you are marking your calendar to celebrate with us all year long at this family reunion. I know what you’re thinking — that family reunions are…
Read MoreRAF CULTURE: WHY IS IT THE WAY IT IS?
I get asked all the time why the RAF does things the way that we do. However, the real question is “why doesn’t the RAF do things like everyone else does?” So throughout this 20th year I am going to do my best to tell some of the back story behind who the RAF is…
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER JANUARY FEATURED ITEM
The RAF is thrilled to announce that its first Featured Item for 2023 is the popular Gerber Fastball folding knife. This limited-edition knife is engraved with our 20th Anniversary logo. The Gerber Fastball features an aircraft-grade aluminum handle, an intuitive finger flipper opening, and a pocket clip. The RAF agrees with Gerber, that it’s important…
Read MoreKEN WARREN STEPS UP TO IOWA STATE LIAISON
The RAF is excited to announce that Iowa Ambassador Ken Warren has stepped up to a Liaison role. Ken spent his early years in western Kentucky and Tennessee where he learned the joy of outdoor activities from his father, uncle, and grandfathers. In 1994 he moved to Indiana and earned an Electrical Engineering degree from…
Read MoreJANUARY FEATURED AIRSTRIP: CHICKEN STRIP, CALIFORNIA
Each month we highlight an airstrip with hopes that you will get out and enjoy these special places. This month’s Featured Airstrip is Chicken Strip in California. Just a short flight east of Lone Pine, California between the Inyo and Panamint Mountain ranges is the Saline Valley, a remote region of Death Valley National Park.…
Read MoreRAF 2022 YEAR END LETTER – THE RAF WAY AT 20
What’s significant about your 20th anything? Most of us can likely recall turning 20 years old; some may recall their 20-year high school or college reunion …. Heck, when my children turned 20, I recalled just how quickly those years had elapsed. So, I am guessing most of us can look at some 20 year…
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