When he's not competing, Bunting works as a construction contractor in far Northern California. [Courtesy: Jake Bunting]
Key Takeaways:
STOL Drag pilot Jake Bunting recently returned to flying after a year-long hiatus due to serious illness, emphasizing the profound connection pilots have with flight.
Inspired by his grandfather's use of aviation for ranch work, Bunting developed a passion for off-airport flying, progressing from a Cessna 172 to excelling with a Piper Super Cub.
He became an active participant in the STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) community, competing in early STOL Drag contests, fostering camaraderie, prioritizing safety, and inspiring new pilots.
As a pilot, when you can’t fly, you feel like you’re chained to the ground with clipped wings.
We’ve all felt that way, when for one reason or another we’re not able to get into the air. STOL Drag pilot and competitor Jake Bunting recently returned to the skies after a year-long hiatus induced by a serious illness and treatment—and the renewed taste of flight was extra sweet.
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