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, rediscovering the profound joy of flight.
Inspired by his cattle-auctioning grandfather's use of aircraft to land on ranches, Bunting honed his STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) skills, progressing from a Cessna 172 to a Piper Super Cub.
He is an active and encouraging member of the STOL community, participating in STOL Drag contests, fostering camaraderie, promoting safety, and inspiring new pilots to embrace this unique flying discipline.
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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