The Recreational Aviation Foundation has issued a call to action asking pilots to submit comments supporting access to 10 Utah backcountry airstrips. The Bureau of Land Management is currently evaluating the sites, and public feedback is critical before the Sept. 3, 2026, deadline.
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Utah’s Keg Knoll Airstrip Now Open for Backcountry Pilots
Following three years of dedicated advocacy by the Recreational Aviation Foundation and its allies, Keg Knoll Airstrip in central Utah is now open for backcountry pilots.
RAF Grant Expands Aviation Camping at Parlin Field
The Recreational Aviation Foundation has awarded a second grant to upgrade pilot camping amenities at New Hampshire’s Parlin Field. Discover how local volunteers are utilizing these funds to build a new covered shelter and add conveniences for visiting aviators exploring New England.
RAF Bags Another Airstrip
Fly to Southern California’s backcountry again. Discover how the Recreational Aviation Foundation successfully reopened scenic Monache Meadows airstrip.
Fly Rocky Top Network Brings Backcountry Aviation to Tennessee
The Recreational Aviation Foundation has unveiled Fly Rocky Top, a new network of backcountry airstrips in East Tennessee. Designed as a regional basecamp, this expanding collection of public and private airstrips offers pilots access to outdoor recreation, camping, and more.
Volunteers Restore Monache Meadows Airstrip In High Sierras
After decades of neglect and unofficial closure, the Recreational Aviation Foundation has successfully restored California’s Monache Meadows airstrip. Thanks to 15 years of persistent volunteer efforts and Forest Service cooperation, this remote High Sierra destination is now safely open for backcountry pilots.
Taylor Flat Airstrip Reopens After 30-Year Closure
After being closed for three decades, the Taylor Flat Airstrip in Utah is officially open again, thanks to the collaborative efforts of volunteers from the Recreational Aviation Foundation and Utah Back Country Pilots.
Expanding The Map For Backcountry Flying
The Recreational Aviation Foundation is officially launching its Expanding the Map initiative by reopening the remote Walker Ridge Airstrip in Northern California.
Grant Awarded to Develop Camping Area at 37N
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has awarded a grant to help build a camping area at Garrison Dam Recreational Airport (37N) in North Dakota.