Category Archives: Social/Special Interest

National Aviation Day 2018 @ Redlands Airport

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Ted Gablin

If you missed it, we had a great time celebrating National Aviation Day Saturday August 18th. Our National Aviation Day event accomplished the intent of the holiday. We definitely promoted aviation to the community at large! EAA Chapter 845 flew … Continue reading →

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A Gaggle of REI Pilots Flock to Third Generation Taco @ APV

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Ted Gablin

It was a great day to go flying and enjoy a great breakfast with friends this morning. Ten planes with 20 pilots and friends descended on Apple Valley Airport this morning. REI pilots meet once a week for a breakfast … Continue reading →

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REI’s Tony Higa Performing at Apple Valley Airshow 2018

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Ted Gablin

The Apple Valley Airshow 2018 will be held on Saturday, October 13th 2018. This is their 17th annual show. The show will feature aerobatic performances, including our own Redlands airport aerobatic rock star pilot and Reno racer, Tony Higa.  Tony Higa’s … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Steve Willer!

Posted on May 6, 2018 by Ted Gablin

RAA Vice-President Steve Willer and his fiancee Kellie Patrick were married on May 6, 2018 at a beautiful ceremony at Edwards Mansion in Redlands.  We all wish Steve and Kellie happiness in their lives together. Congratulations from all of us!

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Redlands Airport Spring Fling 2018

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Ted Gablin

   Master chefs Denny Brown and Jeff Tippet cooked up a storm today for Spring Fling attendees. At least 15 Young Eagles got to experience flight in a small plane for the first time. See the photos tab and click … Continue reading →

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RAA Members Tour the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Aviation Division

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Ted Gablin

RAA members held there January meeting at the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Aviation Division Hangar facility at San Bernardino Airport (SBD) on January 24th. The San Bernardino County Sheriffs Aviation Division has an Aero squadron consisting of many volunteer pilots and observers. … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year from the Sunday Morning Breakfast Club!

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Ted Gablin

The REI Sunday morning breakfast club enjoyed a beautiful early morning flight on New Years Eve to have breakfast at William J. Fox Field. 

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We Stuffed 24 Planes with Toys for Tots!

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Ted Gablin

Anyone can stuff buses, but the RAA can “Stuff Planes with Toys for Tots”. Click on: Stuff a Plane with Toys for Tots for details about our 2017 toy drive and airlift.

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Ark Christian Preschoolers Visit KREI

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Ted Gablin

Larry and Ruth Rice once again hosted some really young eagles at their hangar today. CFI Larry Rice gave them a brief ground school followed by an aerial demonstration. The kids had a blast. Click here for more photos. Thanks Larry … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Ensley!

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Ted Gablin

RAA Director Phil Ensley and his fiancee Emily Holmes tied the knot on September 30, 2017 on the compass rose at REI.  It was a beautiful service and many from the airport community attended. More pictures of the event can … Continue reading →

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