Days 4–5: William Creek to Yulara — gravel strips, headwinds, and a sunrise that stops you cold. We routed via Cadney Homestead—an RFDS strip—to refuel, only to find the bowser dry and the next delivery “about four days away.” That’s the outback: plans change, people adapt, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service stands ready when adaptation isn’t enough. At Yulara, first light washed Uluru and Kata Tjuta in pink and violet while we reflected on the travellers and communities who rely on the Flying Doctor across this vast country.

Watch our 10‑second gravel departure and a behind‑the‑scenes fuel delivery, see three images from the day, and ask us anything about RFDS operations or bush‑flying technique—we’ll answer in the next post.

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Join Team 35 'Charlie A. Foxtrot' as we prepare for the Outback Air Race 2025, a 9,000-kilometer journey across Australia to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). Recently, I traveled to Nowra to meet with Vince Di Pietro, our team captain and owner of VH-CAF, a Piper Cherokee PA28 that will carry us through this epic adventure. From reconnecting with Shoalhaven community leaders at the Shoalhaven Business Chamber Super Dinner to inspecting the tight cockpit of VH-CAF (less roomy than an F-111!), this experience highlights the importance of teamwork, purpose, and giving back. Follow our journey as we combine aviation passion with philanthropy to support remote Australian communities.