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Newsletters
Chapter 890 Meeting - May 10, 2008
The May meeting of EAA Chapter 890 was called to order by Vice-President
Guy York. There were around 12 members present.
Fly-in at Buster McCurdy’s - May 17th
Buster gave an update on the his Fly-in Cookout at his grass strip. All
members are invited. He plans to have flying competitions and will be
serving BBQ. Camping will be available Friday night with 6 electrical
hookups.
Young Eagles - April 12
After one young man was upset after being turned away due to windy conditions
at our last Young Eagles event, Dr John B Isbell contacted the parents
and flew him the following Tuesday.
Fly In Breakfast - May 31st
We will have our chapter fly in breakfast Saturday May 31st. John and
Laura will be unable to attend so volunteers are needed to cook and help
in the kitchen. Contact Barry Wiggly if you can assist at
b-wigley@farmerstel.com
Fly In for DeKalb Sherriff’s Dept and DARE
Guy York was approached by the DeKalb Sherriff’s Department about
the EAA chapter helping and possible having a fly-in in conjunction with
a car and motorcycle show to raise money for the DARE program. The date
for the event is still to be determined but will likely take place in
the Fall. A vote was taken and getting involved with the project was unanimously
approved. |
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Flight Training
Guy York got his flight simulator up and running at the Fort
Payne Airport and gave a demonstration after the meeting. The simulator
is a Basic ATD and is FAA approved for 10 hours towards your instrument
rating, 2.5 hours towards your private license and you can maintain your
instrument currency as per FAR 61.57 (c)
Guy's Safety Review Topics
• Operations at a non-towered airport
• Communications with the Tower |
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General Aviation News
User Fees
Guy York gave a report on the current state of the user fee debate. The
bill that was supported by the AOPA has stalled in the Senate due to non
related aviation issues. The Bush Administration stated that they would
veto any bill that did not include user fees for general aviation.
Read more about it on aopa.org |
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Upcoming Events
Chapter Meeting - June 14, 2008 at 10 AM
The regular chapter of meeting of EAA 890 will be held at the Fort Payne
FBO at 10 AM.
Young Eagles - July 12, 2008
Young Eagles flights will be offered on Saturday, July
12th from 9 am to Noon. Bring your young aviation enthusiast
to the airport for a free introduction to the world of flying. Young Eagles
that complete the orientation will receive a free flight in a general
aviation plane and a certificate of completion. |
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Other Area Aviation Events
Huntsville Air Show, June 28 -29
Featuring the Blue Angels and Golden Knights. The air show will coincide
with Huntsville's salute to the military, Armed Forces Week, June 22-28.
In addition to the Blue Angels and the Golden Knights, other military
demonstration teams and civilian acts will be performing. The Blue Angels
last performed in Huntsville (KMDQ)
at the airport's 2003 air show. More than 100,000 people attended that
air show. The air show will be free to the public. See their website www.hsvairshow.com |
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