We regret to have to make the decision to cancel tomorrow's picnic and fly-in...but in the interest of safety and enjoyment we feel the decision is the right one. Winds are forecast to be 40 mph with gusts in excess of 50 mph. Not safe for our aircraft and not much fun for a picnic.
The hosts (Tobias, Turner, Murphy, and Quick families) will be looking at a new date to reschedule this event and will post details as soon as possible.
Please remember our Veteran's tomorrow and keep them and their families in your thoughts and prayers.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Field Update--May 29, 2011
Field is in the best shape it's been in probably a decade. Dry with excellent grass coverage, and we just finished rolling it last week, so it's good & smooth. Plan is for taxiway to be marked on West edge of runway and parking just West of the taxiway.
The only problem we see now is the Kansas WIND.
Airport board of directors are canvassing today to determine the best course of action, as the forecast doesn't look too promising.
The only problem we see now is the Kansas WIND.
Airport board of directors are canvassing today to determine the best course of action, as the forecast doesn't look too promising.
Monday, April 25, 2011
3rd Annual Memorial Day FLY-IN 5/30/11
CTAF: 122.75
Field Reports will be posted here the week before and the day of.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Fly-In 2010 Photos
Although we had a soggy day, many people joined us for some food, flying, and fun.
There were lots of splashes.
Several grills kept the food coming to hungry by-standers and pilots.
Of course, we had plenty of antique aircraft!
Thanks, everyone, for coming, and we're putting our request in for no rain earlier this year! Hope to see everyone on Memorial Day!
There were lots of splashes.
Several grills kept the food coming to hungry by-standers and pilots.
Of course, we had plenty of antique aircraft!
Thanks, everyone, for coming, and we're putting our request in for no rain earlier this year! Hope to see everyone on Memorial Day!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Field Report--May 31, 2010
The field is freshly mowed with great turf coverage. Received 1.1 inches of rain last night, so there are some wet spots (standing water in a few small areas). Field drains well, except for a couple of low spots near the midpoint of the runway and then a strip off the west edge of the runway at the south end.
Aircraft parking will be at North end of field.
USE CAUTION: Parking areas are pretty soft with less turf coverage.
If you're unable to fly in, we'd still love to have you join us, just drive on out...there will still be lots of food and fun on this perfect weather day!
Aircraft parking will be at North end of field.
USE CAUTION: Parking areas are pretty soft with less turf coverage.
If you're unable to fly in, we'd still love to have you join us, just drive on out...there will still be lots of food and fun on this perfect weather day!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
2nd Annual Rucker Field Memorial Day Fly-In
It's that time again!
Mark your calendars for Monday, May 31st from Noon until 6 pm.
A request for good weather has been submitted, confirmation pending.
Hamburgers, hotdogs, brats, chips, and drinks will be provided.
If you like, bring a simple side dish or dessert and some sunscreen.
Early arrivals welcome.
Camping permitted.
Transportation to and from hotels can be arranged.
Pilot Info:
CTAF: 122.75
300 ft antenna located 1/4 mile west of the north end of the field.
Field Reports will be posted the week before and the day of.
Mark your calendars for Monday, May 31st from Noon until 6 pm.
A request for good weather has been submitted, confirmation pending.
Hamburgers, hotdogs, brats, chips, and drinks will be provided.
If you like, bring a simple side dish or dessert and some sunscreen.
Early arrivals welcome.
Camping permitted.
Transportation to and from hotels can be arranged.
Pilot Info:
CTAF: 122.75
300 ft antenna located 1/4 mile west of the north end of the field.
Field Reports will be posted the week before and the day of.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Fly-in a hit!
Thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed the fly-in with us! More than 100 people and 17 aircraft showed up.
Field Report--May 25, 2009--Good
The grass has recently been mowed, and there has been no significant rain in more than a week. No wet spots noted. 300 ft antenna 1/4 mile west of north end of the field. Remnants of 2 terraces create small bumps on south 1/2 of runway.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Fly-in Details
Come one, come all! Fun starts by noon.
Hotdogs, hamburgers and drinks will be provided for lunch. If you like, bring a simple side dish or dessert and the sunscreen and join us!
Pilots check back here Monday for an early morning field report. Please use 122.75 for CTAF.
Hope to see you Monday!
Hosted by Steve and Carol Quick, Steve and Roxane Turner, and Aaron and Kim Tobias.
Rucker Field Photos
Aircraft based here:
- Fairchild F24R
- Aeronca Champion 7EC
- Beech Bonanza
- Stearman E75
- Cessna Airmaster C37
The Fairchild
The Champ
Rucker Field Elevation
Monday, May 18, 2009
Field Report: May 18, 2009--GOOD
Turf mowed with good grass coverage. Water from adjacent fields drains across south 1/3 of runway, making it more prone to wet spots. 300 ft antenna 1/4 mile west of north end of the field. Remnants of 2 terraces create small bumps on south 1/2 of runway.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Memorial Day Fly-in
Hope you've left your Memorial Day free of plans. Rucker Field is hosting a fly-in on Monday, May 25. Join us for food, fun, and airplanes, too!
Welcome to Rucker Field!
And welcome to our new website! Look for new and exciting happenings soon! We'll have photos, fly-in information, field report and more.
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