RealAviatorsFlyStoofs

ABOUT US

RAFS is an organization dedicated to keeping the spirit of Grumman Iron Works'

S2 (in all its versions)

and the men who flew it, alive and well.

Basically we're a fraternity of Stoof drivers who want to remember

those good old flying days and gather occasionally to honor "the beast" and to tell wild war stories

Originally RAFS was founded to counter the contention that S3 Viking pilots were "god's

gift" and "hot stuff" when we all know that....

Real Aviators Flew Stoofs!!

In a more serious vein, we’re attempting to keep all us old Stoof pilots connected, by

providing individual address/contact information, and by holding small to large scale

gatherings all over the country

THERE ARE NO RULES, CHARTER, DUES, FEES

or any other obligation involved!!

MEMBERSHIP

The only membership requirement is that you are a pilot who, at some time in your life,

sat behind that yoke and flew a Stoof; from 5 minutes to 5000 hours (or more)

It makes no difference whether it was in

the training command, VS squadron, or any other outfit, military or civilian.

Operational and/or carrier flying is NOT a prerequisite.

IF YOU’RE ELIGIBLE AND WOULD LIKE TO JOIN, EMAIL THE FOLLING INFO

RANK (if applicable),

FIRST, MI, LAST and NICK NAME

SPOUSE

ADDRESS

PHONE

S2 OUTFITS (years not necessary)

To

RAFS_Stoof@sbcglobal.net

MEMBERS

We currently have an active roster of over 2500 and

are constantly on the search for new members

If you have contact information for a potential member,

Need help in finding an old S2 mate,

Have any additions or corrections to soon to be linked lists

Email RAFS at

RAFS_Stoof@sbcglobal.net