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ArkanSTOL Opens Spectator Registration For Ozark Backwoods Challenge

Event Participation Doubled Has Since Last Year

Spectator registration is now open for ArkanSTOL’s “Ozark Backwoods Challenge”.  

This September 29th - October 3rd marks the dates for the event, inspired by the challenging terrain of the Arkansas Ozarks. The terrain involves actual backwoods flying while adding the elements of time trials and river valley winds. All of these factors combine to make for a challenging competition.

Last year (2020) was the first year for the challenge, held at Byrd’s Adventure Center in western Arkansas along the Mulberry river. The owners Zen (a pilot) and Pam Boulden carved out a series of runways years ago for their friends who came to visit, which ended up as the beginnings for ArkanSTOL. 

The event has doubled in size from last year's 26 competing aircraft to this year’s 50. Time trials begin on Thursday, continuing into Friday, narrowing down the field to 35 aircraft for the last day of the competition.

This is a timed STOL event requiring the participant to depart the main runway, land at three other designated runways, & return to the landing point.

The competition will be divided into 3 sections, by weight. The event will provide pilots the opportunity to test their skills and exchange tips and tricks of backwoods flying.

Advanced registration is recommended.

All pilots must read and understand the NOTAM for arrival and departures which will be posted on the ArkanSTOL website before the event. The airport is situated in a narrow river valley with unpredictable winds.

Note: Pilots are urged to use good judgement when loading and operating their aircraft. 

FMI: www.arkanSTOL.com

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