A proverb states that “success has many fathers,” and that was certainly true in the successful effort to preserve Stovepipe Wells Airport (L09) in Death Valley National Park in California, according to Tim Riley, a director of the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF).
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Non-profit celebrates the Grand Dames of Aviation
“Cultivating the talent, innovation, and leadership of women is critical for the future of aviation and aerospace,” noted Carol Dean, founder of the Grand Dames of Aviation.
New manager takes the helm at KBIE
After 50 years at Beatrice Municipal Airport (KBIE) in Nebraska, Airport Manager Diana Smith has retired. Taking her place is Dennis Schmitt, an Air Force veteran who has worked in aviation his entire career.
New runway and more at KJWG
The $2.8 million project also included included the installation of new LED runway edge lights and an obstruction survey of the area to develop new instrument approach procedures.
Piper wins unpaved approval for M600s
Piper officials say they have received numerous requests for unpaved field certification from customers around the world, noting that the approval has also been awarded in Canada, the UK, and Europe.
Military Aviation Museum adds rare Zero to its collection
After sitting abandoned for more than 45 years next to a runway on the island of Taroa in the Marshall Islands, the Zero has undergone a 10-year restoration and is preparing for its first flight soon.
Backcountry airstrip repaved thanks to unique partnership
Cost of the project was shared by the U.S. Forest Service, the Arizona Pilots Association (APA), and the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) through a Master Challenge Cost Share Agreement. Tonto National Forest paid $15,000 towards the $30,000 project, while APA came up with $10,000, and RAF kicked in $5,000.
First flight for first kit-built Bearhawk Model 5
Besides the successful first flight of the Bearhawk’s newest model, the company reports that a pilot flying a Bearhawk Patrol took first place in the 2022 Northeast STOL series.
California county launches Friendly Approach Program
The new program is designed to inform the community about aircraft noise management efforts, while engaging with pilots about how they can minimize their aircraft noise footprint, according to county officials.