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 and importance of flight in his life.
Inspired by his rancher grandfather, Bunting learned to fly, initially in a Cessna 172, before transitioning to a Piper Super Cub to hone his short takeoff and landing (STOL) skills on unimproved strips.
He became an active member and advocate of the STOL community, participating in STOL Drag contests, fostering camaraderie, emphasizing safety, and inspiring new pilots to engage in general aviation.
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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