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Volume 11, Issue 10. October 2009
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| Don't Miss Our Next Chapter Meeting! |
Thursday, October 8th, 2009
The Aircraft Partnership Association - Creating Partnerships that Fly |
David Kruger is going to speak to us about aircraft partnerships and his new organization
www.theAPA.com.
While the idea of forming a partnership to reduce the total cost of aircraft ownership is nothing new, until
recently there was no technologically advanced mechanism to match the wants, desires and budgets of active
aviators. In fact until recently, there was no better mechanism than pinning a piece of paper to the bulletin
board at the local FBO. Aviators by nature want to leverage every ounce of advanced technology to make the
aviation experience all that it can be. Using 21st Century technology to identify and locate like-minded
aviators to form private partnerships is merely an extension of the technology that makes the joy of flying more fulfilling.
Partnerships in aviation make perfect fiscal sense. The asset is largely under-utilized because, unlike an automobile,
an aircraft rarely gets used daily. Thus sharing access to it poses no real imposition and offers significant
benefits to the owner(s). Forming private partnerships works for any new, pre-owned or currently owner aircraft
on virtually any budget in any location.
What makes the Aircraft Partnership Association a successful mechanism to connect partners and form
cost-saving partnerships is technology. The APA uses a secure on-line database to match partners on
any level - and it's FREE. Savvy aviators can visit www.TheAPA.com and post their profile in
complete anonymity. Once a profile is posted, other APA Members can search for potential partners
based on search criteria like type of aircraft type desired, budget available, airport location and more.
The system will even send Members an e-mail when a new Member joins nearby. Over 5,000 Members have
already posted profiles and 10,000 are expected by year-end making the database more robust by the day.
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All meetings are held in Conference Room D106A on the second Thursday of each
month at the Collin County Community College
in McKinney TX. Everyone is welcome. You don't have to be a member
to attend. Need more information? Feel free to
contact any of our Officers.
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| Chapter News and Special Articles |
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| Getting Closer and Closer - Bruce Pauley's (Boomer) RV-7A |
Bruce Pauley and his lovely wife Kathy are
building a beautiful RV-7A in his garage/hangar and he is very excited that:
"The project is coming along very well. I have over
1800 hours on it and 38 months. Looks like the
first quarter of 2010 it might find some air."
Read more about Boomers RV-7A!
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| Dean Eiland has a New Website for his RV-9 Project! |
Dean is building an RV-9 from Van's Aircraft and is logging
his building adventures on Kit Log Pro. Dean says “I have been tempted to call my plane the “Phoenix” because it is in part the
resurrection of an RV-7A that went down in 2007. I am using the instrument panel, engine and a few other odds parts off the donor plane. There are some pictures and
description on the web site if you want to learn more.”
Check out his Website!
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| Oshkosh 2009 Wrap-up By Marvin Brott |
Once again the cork is in the bottle for the big event that brings thousands of aviation people to Oshkosh. This AirVenture was good as ever with respect to reviewing new products from the world's biggest trade show, attending interesting forums, looking at an unbelievable variety of airplanes, and watching the overall show. For over ten years I have provided an overview, but now you have the opportunity to live the AirVenture experience vicariously via the internet. So by now I am sure you have seen hundreds of photos, watched the videos and read countless reports. This certainly allows an in-depth look at your specific interest. Therefore there is not a lot more that can be added concerning AirVenture other than what, we as attendees, had in the way of personal experiences. So let me cover some 2009 experiences and some from my past years which drives many of us to attend Oshkosh every year.
Read more about the Oshkosh 2009 Wrap-up!
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| Taking a deep breath By Steve Taylor |
Nearly two months have passed since AirVenture week. In case you ever thought that the grounds fold up and we all go into hibernation after the event, it’s actually a long way from that.
Almost immediately after AirVenture this year, we welcomed about 25,000 Pathfinders youth campers to the grounds for a week. If you thought it was a jammed scene during the fly-in inside Camp Scholler, it was REALLY crazy during that event (shown below), since people aren’t as familiar with the grounds.
Read more about the Pathfinders at Oshkosh!
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| EAA1246 Chili Cookoff - Saturday, October 17, 2009 |
Time: Chili Setup: 10 AM
Serving/Judging: 11 AM
Place: Collin County Regional Airport (TKI)
Pete Huff's Hangar
West End of Taxilane C
The hangar is #2529 at McKinney Airport. If you are flying to
TKI, ask ground for directions to the west MHOA (Mow-a)
hangars. If you are driving in, turn left just before the fire
station, which is the first building on your left as you enter the
airport. There will be signs directing where to turn and go
through the security gate. Pete's hangar is on the west side
near the north end.
We invite you to try your hand at
fixin' a "Bit of the Red". The more cooks, the merrier!!
All chili should be cooked at home and brought to the event.
There is electricity for crock pots, but if you
have a camp stove or the like, bring it to keep
your chili warm. Remember to bring a big
serving spoon or ladle too. Be sure to name
your chili; it adds to the fun part.
Cooks should plan to make at least
12 - 8 oz. servings (2 to 2 1/2 quarts). We never know exactly how many
people to count on attending. All chili must ready by 11 AM. You will also
get to be a judge and vote for your favorite chili for the
People's Choice Award. Prizes will be awarded around 12:30.
We furnish the utensils, condiments
(crackers, Fritos, cheese, chopped onion, etc.) drinks, dessert and even antacids.
We need volunteers to bring some dessert! Call Andy Cowan at
972-363-2517, or email him at treasurer@eaa1246.org, to
volunteer to bring a dessert.
We also need volunteers to help with setup and
cleanup, before and afterwards.
This is an all-weather event, rain or shine, flyin' or not.
Looking forward to seeing you there!!
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| Upcoming Local Events |
Saturday, Oct 10, 2009 -
Lufkin, TX.
(Local Weather)
Fajita Fly-In. Angelina County Airport (KLFK)
(Airport Data -
Sectional Chart and Google Map -
Weather),
Come and join in on the fun, great food, great hangar flying with all your friends, discounted fuel
from Angelina County Airport who Co-Hosts this event with EAA Chapter 1219, one
of the longest running monthly events in Texas, every 2nd Saturday, see you there!!
Contact: Don Lymbery 936-637-9046, pilot@Consolidated.net
Friday - Sunday, Oct 16-18, 2009 -
Gordonville, TX.
(Local Weather)
12th annual Cedar Mills South Central Safety Seminar Fly/Splash In -
www.cedarmills.com,
Cedar Mills Marina Resort (3T0)
(Airport Data -
Sectional Chart and Google Map -
Weather),
Join us at Cedar Mills
3T0 on beautiful Lake Texoma for North Texas most informative fun safety seminar
and fly-in. Forums... presented by the FAA, SPA, aviation instructors and representatives
of aviation equipment manufacturers, and avionics and aviations industry. Flying
Events... scheduled for Saturday and Sunday both land and sea! Aviation Guest Speaker
John Williams "one of the two pilots that flew the first westbound circumnavigation
of the world by helicopter, establishing F.A.I. Guinness World Records." Great October
Fest Dinner and Door Prizes. Join in the fun... camp under your wing or enjoy and
airstrip cottage! There is something for everyone...both land and sea! 903-523-4222
ext.234, resort@cedarmills.com
Friday - Sunday, Oct 16-18, 2009 -
Pineville, LA.
(Local Weather)
Annual Fall Fly-In & Campout -
http://www.eaa614.com/,
Pineville Municipal Airport (2L0)
(Airport Data -
Sectional Chart and Google Map -
Weather),
Part of the Louisiana Fly-in series. Largest Fly-in in the state. Contact: Nick Nicewarner
318/452-0919, nick.nicewarner@cleco.com
Saturday, Oct 17, 2009 -
Bryan, TX.
(Local Weather)
Coulter Air Classic -
http://www.coulterfield.com,
Coulter Field (KCFD)
(Airport Data -
Sectional Chart and Google Map -
Weather),
Join us for a great day of aviation featuring vintage a WWII bomber, trainers, and fighters. With cold
war soviet trainer L-29s. Formation flights with RV-6s and Yak 50/52s. Acrobatic
aerial demonstrations and much more! Food and beverages and entertainment for all
ages. Admission $5.00 per car. Contact: Karl Preston 979 412 1611,
info@coulterfield.com
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| Other Aviation News |
The Latest News From EAA - Experimental Aircraft Association:
Changing of the Guard
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and First Officer Jeffrey Skiles, known for their expert handling of their airliner's emergency landing in the Hudson River in January, today took the helm as co-chairmen of the EAA Young Eagles Program. In a news conference, EAA member, pilot, and famed actor Harrison Ford officially passed the baton after having served for five years as the chairman of this program that uses aviation to inspire and educate youth.
Airport Users Rescue Airfield Through Unique Partnership
Last year, Sky Manor Airport (N40) in Pittstown, New Jersey-"The best little airport in the east"-was in serious financial trouble and foreclosure on the property was looming.
Harrison Ford to Announce Successors to EAA Young Eagles Chairman Post
After more than five years of service as chairman of the EAA Young Eagles Program, EAA member, pilot, and famed actor Harrison Ford will pass the baton and announce his successor co-chairs in a news conference at Santa Monica Airport in Southern California on Tuesday, September 29.
The Latest News From AOPA - Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association:
Emivest delivers its first SJ30
Emivest Aerospace Corporation, current owner of what had been the Sino-Swearingen SJ30 business jet, reports that it has delivered its first airplane.
U.S. Airways Flight 1549 pilots to lead Young Eagles
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and First Officer Jeffrey Skiles, the U.S. Airways Flight 1549 pilots who made the acclaimed emergency landing on the Hudson River in January, have been named co-chairmen of the EAA Young Eagles Program.
House seeks to rein in emergency security directives
The TSA could have to clear a checkpoint, so to speak, if Congress gets its way. A bill introduced in the House Sept. 30 would modify the TSA’s authority to issue security directives using emergency procedures.
The Latest News From Aero-News Network:
Aero-TV: Hammerhead Aerobatics -- Renny Price And His Sukhoi SU-29
Renny Prices Describes the Journey and the Motivation of His Aerobatic Career As stated on Price's website, "Air Shows across the USA bring out 20,000,000 spectators annually, a bigger attendance than major league baseball," and with his intense air show performance schedule, it is no doubt that many of those spectators have had the privilege of watching Renny Price in the air.
NASA Sponsors Student Water Recycling Competition
Winning Team Will Travel To KSC NASA is inviting fifth through eighth grade students to participate in a waste limitation management and recycling design challenge. Participants in the competition will design and test water recycling systems that could be used for future exploration of the moon.
MAF Puts Aviation To Good Use In Response To Indonesian Earthquake
Aviation Ministry Flies In Relief And Assessment Teams Amid Devastation Responding to Indonesia's massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake, Mission Aviation Fellowship is reporting that they have flown in an assessment team to the devastated city of Padang, in the coastal region of western Sumatra.
The Latest News From AVweb:
Airborne Laser Video Released
Boeing announced that it had successfully shot a stationary truck on the ground with a laser onboard a C-130 flying overhead. Last week video of what happens when airborne laser meets truck was released showing metal sizzling from an area outlined in duct tape on the truck's hood. Boeing earlier said the test had "defeated the vehicle" although it's not clear in the accompanying video what, if any, damage was done besides some melted sheet metal. Still, it represents a milestone in weapons technology which will have the result of making war just a little safer for those caught in the crossfire.
Short Final
Overheard in IFR Magazine's "On the Air"CTAF offers a smorgasbord of irritating communications techniques. Somewhere in California's Central Valley, I heard a pilot repeatedly report, "Turning left, final, runway 20."After what must have been the tenth "left final," a pilot who'd obviously had it replied:"There is no left final; there is no right final ? just final. It's a straight line!"Ralph LundMalpaso, California
FBO of the Week: Five Star Jet Center (KBAF, Westfield, Mass.)
>>> AVWEB FUEL FINDERCURRENT PRICE FOR 100LL: $4.45 (down 2¢ from last week)CURRENT PRICE FOR JET A: $4.05 (down 5¢ from last week)Fuel prices provided weekly by AirNav, based on prices from the past 2 weeks. Changes are relative to last week's prices. /TEXT_ONLY-->AVweb's "FBO of the Week" ribbon goes to Five Star Jet Center at Barne Municipal Airport (KBAF) in Westfield, Massachusetts.AVweb reader Tim Stevens told us how 5SJ keeps 'em coming back for more with great prices and that old pilot favorite, free food ? "burgers and hot dogs on the patio while we overlook the fueling on the ramp." Tim says "great hospitality and superior facilites" make this a must-stop destination when you're in the area.Keep those nominations coming. For complete contest rules, click here.AVweb is actively seeking out the best FBOs in the country and another one, submitted by you, will be spotlighted here next Monday!
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