In Flight USA August 2022 by Anne Dobbins

July 2022

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Q Tyler, TX: Rose City AirFest, gates 2 p.m., Tyler Pounds Regional Airport, (903) 566-1010, campvtyler.org. Q Ottawa, Can.: Canada Day (fly-past/parade), Parliament Hill, canada.ca. Q Traverse City, MI: National Cherry Festival Airshow/Open Ramp, 5:30 to 8 p.m., USCG Air Station Traverse City, (231) 947-4230, cherryfestival.org. Q Battle Creek, MI: Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival, W.K. Kellogg Airport, bcballoons.com. Q Mabank, TX: Thunder over Cedar Creek Lake Air Show, 6:30 p.m., Cedar Creek Lake, (903) 347-8426, ccveteransfoundation.org. Q Gig Harbor, WA: Wings & Wheels. POSTPONED TO AUG. 27-28 Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com. Q Dubuque, IA: Fireworks & Airshow Spectacular, Lock and Dam #11, Mississippi River, fireworks.radiodubuque.com. See website for details. Q Addison, TX: Kaboom Town Air Show, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Addison Airport, (972) 450-2800, addisonkaboomtown.com. Q Tacoma, WA: Tacoma Freedom Fair Air Show. CANCELED Q Joseph, OR: Wallowa County Fly-In & Airshow, gates Fri. Banquet 5 p.m./Sat. 7 a.m., Joseph State Airport, neoafoundation.org. Q Indiana, PA: Jimmy Stewart Airshow, breakfast each day 7 a.m., Jimmy Stewart Airport, (724) 463-3883, jimmystewartairport.com. Q Goshen, IN: America’s Freedom Fest, Goshen Municipal Airport, (574) 241-1332, americasfreedomfest.net. Q Tarkio, MO: Wingnuts Flying Circus Air Show, gates 6:30 a.m., Gould Peterson Municipal Airport, wingnutsflyingcircus.com. Q Pensacola Beach, FL: Blue Angels Air Show, 11 a.m., Pensacola Beach, (800) 635-4803, (850) 932-1500, visitpensacolabeach.com. Q Mt. Clemens, MI: Open House & Air Show, gates 8 a.m., Selfridge ANGB, (586) 239-5576, teamselfridge.com. Q Kelowna, BC: YLW 75th Anniversary Snowbirds Display, Okanagan Lake, (250) 807-4300, ylw.kelowna.ca. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hollister Municipal Airport, (408) 804-3591, markstar@garlic.com. Q Delta, BC: Boundary Bay Airshow, gates 11 a.m., Boundary Bay Airport, (866) 946-2922, czbb.com. Q Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, flabob.org. Q Petaluma, CA: Petaluma Display Days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Petaluma Municipal Airport, (707) 778-4404. Q Ypsilanti, MI: “Thunder over Michigan” Drive-Up Air Show, gates 1 p.m., Willow Run Airport, (734) 483-4030, yankeeairmuseum.org. Q Duluth, MN: Duluth Air & Aviation Expo, gates 9 a.m., Duluth Int’l. Airport, (218) 628-9996, duluthairshow.com. Q Alberta, Can.: Cold Lake Air Show, CFB Cold Lake, coldlakeairshow.com. Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., MontgomeryGibbs Field, (619) 301-2530. Q Terrace, BC: Northwest Regional Airshow, 5 p.m., Northwest Regional Airport, nwregionalairshow.ca. Q Middleton, WI: Capital Flight’s Rock the Ramp, doors 5 p.m., Capital Flight, Middleton Municipal Airport, capital-flight.com. Q Rock Falls, IL: Wings over Whiteside, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Whiteside County Airport, wingsoverwhiteside.com. Q Beaufort, SC: Water Festival Air Show, 1 to 4 p.m., Waterfront Park, bftwaterfestival.com. Q Siren, WI: Gandy Dancer Fly-In/Drive-In, Burnett County Airport, gandydancerflyindrivein.com. Q Truckee, CA: Air Show & Family Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Truckee Tahoe Airport, truckeetahoeairshow.com. Q Milwaukee, WI: Milwaukee Air & Water Show, Bradford Beach, Lakefront, (414) 690-1399, mkeairwatershow.com. Q Great Falls, MT: Montana’s Military Open House “Flight over the Falls,” gates 9:30 a.m., Great Falls Int’l. Airport, greatfallsairshow.com. Q Springbank, Alberta: Wings over Springbank Airshow, gates 10 a.m., Calgary Springbank Airport, wingsoverspringbank.com. Q Eden Prairie, MN: Wings of the North Air Expo & rides by YankeeAir Museum, gates 9 a.m., Flying Cloud Airport, wotn.org Q Oshkosh, WI: EAA AirVenture, Wittman Regional Airport, eaa.org. Q Kennewick, WA: Tri-City Water Follies HAPO Air Show & Columbia Cup, open 8 a.m./airshow 11 a.m., Columbia Park, waterfollies.com. Q Dayton, OH: Dayton Air Show, gates 9 a.m., Dayton Int’l. Airport, (937) 898-5901, daytonairshow.com. Q Anchorage, AK: Arctic Thunder Air Show, parking 9 a.m., JB Elmendorf-Richardson, arcticthundersopenhouse.com.

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THE NEST: A BRILLIANT DOC-U-SERIES TELLING TECNAM’S STORY

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he Nest… “Where everything begins.” What an interesting and thought-provoking way to initiate a new and innovative promotional program. But then, the aviation company involved is not your typical company, be it aviation-related or not. The Italian based Tecnam Aircraft is not the stereotypical general aviation aircraft manufacturer we Americans have come to know through the big names like Cessna, Beech, and Piper. The Nest is a YouTube series of brilliantly produced videos being called “doc-u-series.” The Tecnam doc-u-series are not your typical sales-pitch-related productions we are accustomed to seeing on YouTube. They are fast paced (five to six minutes in length), telling the story of Tecnam in a way quite different from the high-powered ads that are frequently spaced in between cat videos. You will hear words such as “innovation, beauty, passion, family, soar greener and soar higher,” all with exuberant pride in legacy and tradition. Take a look at The Nest

According to GAMA, Tecnam delivered more GA airplanes with the LSA, Single and Twin Piston Category in 2021 than any other manufacturer in the world. (Courtesy Tecnam)

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inside the cockpit, looking for the wonders of nearly magical avionics packages. They pore over competitive performance specs, looking for the plane that will take off 50 feet shorter, carry ten pounds more weight, cruise three knots faster or cost $10K less. They seem not to see the “airplane,” or the company that built it. While new and shiny, the airplane itself may have been initially designed in the

Tecnam is based in Capua, Italy, where 500 skilled artisans are employed in a 60,000-square-meter state-of-the-art facility. (Courtesy Tecnam) middle of the last century, certified to standards that no longer represent modern materials or manufacturing technologies. The manufacturers of these avionics-laden machines are often a huge conglomerate, led by financial experts that know as much about airplanes as this writer knows about bit coins. Many of the “all-American” names familiar to readers are actually foreign-owned or financed, a Continued on Page 6

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EAA AIRVENTURE:

THE NEST: TECNAM’S STORY FEATURED IN DOC-U-SERIES

SCHEDULES, WHAT TO SEE AND WHERE TO BE

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NEWS Registration Relief on the Way......................................................8 NATA Releases Aircraft Hangar Fire Protection Guidance................9 FAA Proposes More Efficient Aircraft To Lower Climate Impacts ....11 GAMA Applauds U.S. House Commitment to Advanced Air Mobility12 Joint Industry/FAA Statement Following EAGLE Meetings ............20 FAA Awards $518 Million to Improve Airport Infrastructure ............20 NATA Launches New Aviation Business Career Resource..............22 Tecnam, Leonardo Form Partnership, Bring P2012 with ATOS to Market 28 Back by Popular Demand:Truckee-Tahoe Air Show ......................40 Summer Interns Descend on Textron Aviation ..............................42 Successful Pylon Racing Seminar Promises Exciting Reno Races..43 See Photo Finish by Anthony Taylor ......................................49 AOPA Introduces Poker Run Flight Challenge ..............................44 FlyBy Expanding with Two New Tecnam P-Mentors ......................47

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Editorial: All Systems Go for OSH By Mark Baker, AOPA ......................................................8

Midwest Helicopter Airways: “We Put Big Loads In Tight Places”

COLUMNS Flying With Faber: Pioneers in Travel Hospitality By Stuart J. Faber ........................................................29 Homebuilder’s Workshop: Learning at Oshkosh By Ed Wischmeyer ......................................................32

By Larry Nazimek ..........................................................13

SafeLandings: Controller Training In Progress...............37

Special Olympians Fly GA By Julie Summers Walker, AOPA ....................................17

Goodies & Gadgets: Summer Flying .............................46

Lap Around the Patch in New Super Patriot By Cayla McLeod Hunt, AOPA.........................................19

Fort Wayne Airshow Attracts Thousands, Thunderbirds Highlight By Mike Heilman............................................................39

DEPARTMENTS Calendar of Events ..........................................................3 Classifieds ......................................................................48 Index of Advertisers ......................................................50

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Continued from Page 4 fact often left out of brochures that tout features and performance but contain no trace of the love of flying. Tecnam hopes that you may be reading this article just before attending EAA AirVenture 2022, destined to be one of the most successful shows in the history of the event. Be sure to visit the Tecnam pavilion, it will be a treat. It will be different. Be prepared! Let’s take a closer look at this leader in GA aircraft manufacturing. Tecnam is not an upstart European company simply trying to cash in on the huge American market. According to stats generated by the General Aviation and Manufacturers Association (GAMA), Tecnam delivered more GA airplanes within the LSA, Single and Twin Piston Category in 2021 than any other manufacturer… in the world! Tecnam has been building aircraft since 1948, with a history that reaches back to the mid-1930s. Tecnam’s main assembly plant is located in the town of Capua, Italy. For those of you who are not international travelers, Capua is located in the beautiful countryside of Southern Italy, just north of Naples. Encompassing more than 60,000 square meters and employing more than 500 skilled artisans, Tecnam has delivered 7,500 aircraft worldwide and current delivery rates are scheduled to double, as there has been a vast increase in orders recorded in the U.S. and Europe. As you approach the Tecnam pavilion, you will see six Tecnam airplanes represented, including the new Gran Lusso. You will immediately notice that these planes are pretty… really pretty. This will be your first introduction to the tradition of Italian style and class. Tecnam is a familyowned and managed company, founded by Luigi and Geovanni Pascale in 1948. It remains a family owned company, managed by second and third generation Pascale’s with the company’s current CEO, Paolo Pascale, and his son, Giovanni Pascale Langer, the Managing Director (featured on this month’s front cover), and Maria Clara Pascale Langer, Head of Accounting and HR. This reality brings with it a pride and devotion that is the driving force behind a passion to create aircraft dedicated to general aviation, encompassing an “Italian style” that represents national history and tradition. For us Yanks, who consider a building that has been standing for 50 years to be an historic treasure, it is hard to understand just how alive and vital tradition and history are in Italy. To the Pascale family, turning out a product that fails to take more than 2,000 years of Italian artistry into account is unthinkable. Airplanes have a special relationship with the air. It is the

The P2010 Gran Lusso, will make its debut at AirVenture. The Gran Lusso is a super luxury version with refined Italian leather upholstery, carbon fibre insets, an all-new center FADEC power quadrant that features a Standard FMS to accompany the Garmin NXI touch screen avionics suite. (Courtesy Tecnam)

airframe that flies, and the air must “like” that airframe. The Pascale family, their engineers, test pilots and employees all know this. Don’t approach a Tecnam airplane to just open the door and admire the advanced avionics. Sure, Tecnam has incorporated the best electronic technology available, but take a new Garmin out of the box and toss it into the air. Doesn’t fly, does it? But put it in a Tecnam airframe, and even the most modest electronics will soar. When approaching a Tecnam airplane, think like an Italian… as if dining at the gourmet restaurant, “Da Rosiello” in the beautiful Posillipo district of Naples (great view, super wine list and food to die for!). A gourmet meal must be pleasing to the eye, presented beautifully, and enjoyed with all the senses. An airplane should not be treated like a fast food burger handed through a window. Visit The Nest at The Nest series - YouTube; it is worth the trip. As you are roaming around the Tecnam pavilion, notice the absence of big buck corporate jets, airliners, or military aircraft. Tecnam is dedicated to General Aviation and private use of aircraft. To be sure, the twin-engine P2012 is not your typical “light” GA airplane, offering short-haul commercial use and special-use applications, such as medivac, cargo, and parachute operations. But the line of two- and four-place personal aircraft (P-92 Echo Mark II, P2008, Astore, P2006T P-2010 Gran Lusso) are not simply “tokens” being offered by a multi-megabuck, big name company simply to keep a brand alive. Not only is Continued on Page 7

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Tecnam’s rich legacy is built on immense passion, unparalleled know-how, cutting-edge technologies and a relentless pursuit of better and more sustainable aircraft solutions. (Courtesy Tecnam) Continued from Page 6 Tecnam dedicated to personally-owned GA aircraft, but they support aviation training… in a big way… as evident in their line-up of great looking, low-wing, and high-wing two-place aircraft meeting all FAA training requirements. Even “green” concerns are considered, with up to a 62 percent reduction in emissions when compared to other training aircraft. But what about the high performance and complex aircraft endorsements along with a multi-engine rating? Try the Tecnam P2006T… A light twin in a class of its own. The P2006T is powered by two Turbo Rotax 912 S3 engines with constant speed, full feathering propellers. Burning as little as 9 gph (total, both engines!) of environmentally-friendly mogas or avgas, cruise speeds of up to 145 knots make this twin less costly to own and operate than many single engine aircraft, the perfect personal twin, the perfect trainer to replace the legacy twins now in use. Be sure to review the Tecnam website at www.tecnam.com for detailed specifications, options, and performance details. Looking for true luxury, with outstanding performance and unequaled comfort, equipped with a fully-integrated avionics/auto flight package? Think of driving a new Cadillac, certainly a luxury car. Great drive… right? Now, let’s take a trip to Italy and hook up with a Maserati Gran Lusso. Great drive… no… great experience! Now that experience is available in the most well equipped, technologically-advanced, and luxurious aircraft available, the Tecnam Gran Lusso. Aptly named in keeping with automotive excellence, Tecnam’s Gran Lusso is a hard act to follow. Tecnam pulls out all the stops with the four-place Gran Lusso. The Continental CD-170 Turbo that burns either diesel or Jet/A. Tecnam chose the

turbo-charged 170 for optimum high-altitude performance, delivering a high torque, with an astonishing fuel flow as low as 5.5 gph. Isn’t it time to step up to a plane that burns Jet A1 or standard diesel fuel and has the lowest carbon footprint of any airplane of similar performance? With a cruise speed of up to 140 knots, and an endurance of nearly 11 hours, long-flight round trips can be made without the need to re-fuel. Front seat doors do not require you to climb over struts and with a rear door for the passengers, entry and exit actually seems easier than with our fabled Maserati! With the touch of Italian “Masters of Design and Fashion,” interior appointments and fabrics are unequaled. The flight deck engineering, avionics and integrated auto-flight system are second to none. Oh yes, what does “Gran Lusso” mean when translated into English… Great Luxury! The Gran Lusso will be making its U.S. debut at EAA AirVenture, 2022, along with the Astore, P92, P2008, P2006T, and P2012 Traveller. But what if you cannot make the show? David Copeland, Director of U.S Tecnam Sales, offers a solution: “With over 60 sales and service centers throughout the world, Tecnam understands the need to provide our product line with the exceptional support our customers deserve. We continue to add distribution/support outlets in the United States, with more to come.” David continues, “Feel free to contact the following Tecnam service centers, or me, personally, for information regarding purchase and/or lease options, plus special support programs designed to keep you flying, be it for personal use or as a flight school.” • Cielo Blu - Chino, California, (725)258-3759, www.cieloblu.aero • Altisky – Smyrna, Tennessee, Continued on Page 9

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he FAA agreed to begin issuing new aircraft owners what they are calling preemptive extensions to their 90-day temporary registrations until the processing backlog is reduced below 90 days. New aircraft owners will benefit from a new procedure that the FAA has committed to adopt. By mid-August, the agency expects to begin sending preemptive extensions to new owners of previously registered aircraft. AOPA staff has been working closely with agency officials to address a situation that has led to new registration applications taking up to six months to process. Airworthiness legally depends on, among other things, having a valid registration, and while registration renewal applications can be submitted online, new owners of previously registered aircraft have been running out of time on their 90-day temporary registrations. The aircraft registration process has been

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Seeing thousands of our members at EAA AirVenture, reconnecting with old friends, making new connections, taking part in a variety of important discussions, seeing some of the world’s best aerobatic champions, and just sharing stories (some of them true!) – it just doesn’t get any better. While the crowds were back at Wittman Regional Airport in 2021, this year’s event should be as amazing as ever. The AOPA main tent will have a fresh new look, offering our members (and those who should be!) valuable resources to enhance their aviation experiences. You’ll really have to see the new layout to appreciate it. We’ll also have a larger 39 Lounge attached to our main tent at this year’s AirVenture with daily meet-and-greets with a wide range of experts, aviation media personalities, and influencers. Our events team has assembled a world-class schedule in our AOPA Program Pavilion, starting on Monday, July 25, and running through the entire week. Once again, these sessions will run the gamut. Topics will include best-prac-

tice aviation techniques and procedures; vital safety education; new product intros to help you make the most of your flying experience; updates on how AOPA is protecting the freedom to fly as well as your local airports; career tips; and inspiring stories of GA travel and destinations. We invite all our members and aviators to our annual Pilot Town Hall, where I will be joined by senior AOPA leaders to discuss the latest developments at AOPA and in general aviation, and how these issues impact and enhance your freedom to fly every day. In addition, we’ll have a dedicated Rusty Pilots seminar on Wednesday (July 27) morning, helping pilots get back to the left seat after some time off. Those of you in the flight-training world should check out the hands-on demonstrations we’ve scheduled for the AOPA Flight Training Advantage platform, designed to help make the process of training more effective for students, CFIs, and flight schools. AFTA is built to directly boost the completion rate of flight training.

slowed by a combination of factors, including lack of staff and a very active market for used aircraft. Aircraft registration processing times have ranged up to six months, and AOPA has made resolving this problem a priority. AOPA Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Murray Huling, in discussions with FAA registry leadership, suggested implementation of the idea (proposed by AOPA Legal Services Plan attorney Scott Williams) of granting preemptive extensions for as long as registration applications are taking longer than the 90 days covered by temporary documents. The FAA has committed to having the preemptive extension process up and running in 60 days. “We appreciate FAA leadership, and the registration division staff, recognizing the seriousness of the issue and their commitment to implementing this process,” Huling said. “We would like to have had this in place yesterday, but we understand that it will require IT adjustments and training of both current registration branch staff, and new staff that the

agency is adding.” The registration branch plans to issue registration extensions to the new owners of the aircraft in question by email while the permanent registration is pending. Owners will not need to request the extension as the process will be designed to issue the extension to eligible owners via email to print and carry in the aircraft. The amended process will not apply to new aircraft purchased from a manufacturer, or to registration renewals. Huling noted that the online processing of renewals has not been as problematic, and most members reporting impending expirations and processing delays have been new owners of existing aircraft. Aircraft owners can help reduce the chance of processing delays by making sure their address is up to date (regulations require aircraft owners to inform the aircraft registry directly of any address change within 30 days), and make sure that all required documents are included with registration applications, and that all documents are legible. In addition, to ensure the registry is able to provide

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The FAA agreed to preemptively extend temporary registrations applied for by new owners of existing aircraft, starting in August, and continue the practice until registration processing time is reduced below 90 days. (David Tulis/Courtesy AOPA)

owners with the preemptive extension via email, owners should include an email address with their application package. “Again, this is an overdue and needed interim step to address the registration backlog and quite frankly something the FAA should have already had in its toolbox,” Huling said. “We’ll be checking in with the FAA early and often and will keep members informed of the agency’s progress.”

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NATA RELEASES AIRCRAFT HANGAR FIRE PROTECTION GUIDANCE

July 2022

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A Resource Supporting the Association’s Hangar Foam Fire Suppression System Initiative

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) on June 13, released Aircraft Hangar Fire Protection Guidance – an educational guide for hangar owners and operators seeking a general understanding of updated hangar foam suppression system requirements, options, and alternatives. “When the 2022 edition of NFPA 409: Standard on Aircraft Hangars was released in October 2021, changes to the standard raised questions on how the new requirements would impact both existing hangars and new hangar construction,” stated NATA Managing Director of Industry & Regulatory Affairs Megan Eisenstein. NATA developed the Aircraft Hangar Fire Protection Guidance to further educate its members on the impact of two NATA-supported revisions to NFPA 409: Standard on Aircraft Hangars approved by the National Fire Protection (NFPA) Technical Committee on Airport Facilities:

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• Create a new risk-based process for determining/defining hangar fire protection requirements – applicable to both new and existing hangars. • Exempt Group II hangars where hazardous operations are not performed from the foam requirements within NFPA 409. “Aircraft Hangar Fire Protection Guidance provides the industry with a better understanding of what codes are now in effect, how they are applicable, and how to move forward with eliminating foam from aircraft hangars,” added Eisenstein. Available free online, NATA’s Aircraft Hangar Fire Protection Guidance details the following subject areas: • Applicable Codes and Hangar Classification • Code Exceptions and How to Avoid Foam • If Foam is Required and Other Considerations Continued on Page 12

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C-195 led the corporate world in flying. The swept curve of a DeHavilland vertical stab was unmistakable. But as time passed, so did the leadership of famous companies. Manufacturing efficiencies replaced style and personal taste. Impassioned leadership was replaced by stock values and business decisions. While original founder names survive in some cases, few managers or employees of these companies know that Cessna, Beech, Piper, Stinson, Douglas, Lockheed, and others were real people, real dreamers. This writer has watched their dreams and passion for flight die a slow and painful corporate death. Tecnam has reminded this old pilot that a passion for flight still exists. The spirits of 10-year-old Luigi and 11-yearold Giovanni Pascale visit the Tecnam plant every day. They climb to a high point overlooking the production floor and launch their paper airplanes, as they did from the window of their Italian home so many years ago, dreaming of soaring higher. Thanks, Tecnam, for allowing me and the readers of In Flight USA to share in your passion.

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FAA PROPOSES REQUIRING MORE EFFICIENT JETS TO LOWER CLIMATE IMPACTS

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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a proposed rule on June 15 aimed at reducing greenhouse gasses emitted by most large aircraft flying in U.S. airspace. The rule would require more fuel efficiency for new subsonic jet aircraft and large turboprop and propeller aircraft that are not yet certified and for new planes manufactured after Jan. 1, 2028. “Today is an important step forward in reducing the amount of greenhouse gas emissions released by our nation’s airplanes and ultimately reaching President Biden’s ambitious goal of net-zero emissions by 2050,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Examples of commercial aircraft that will be required to meet the proposed standards include the upcoming Boeing 777-X and future versions of the 787 Dreamliner; the Airbus A330-neo; business jets such as the Cessna Citation; and civil turboprop airplanes such as the ATR 72 and the Viking Limited Q400. The

proposed rule does not apply to planes already in service. Civil aircraft such as these were responsible for 10 percent of domestic transportation emissions and three percent of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions prior to the pandemic. This action is part of the U.S. Aviation Climate Action Plan that sets out to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from the U.S. aviation sector by 2050. During the past year, the FAA announced more than $100 million in matching research contracts to increase aircraft efficiency, to reduce noise and aircraft emissions, and develop and implement new software to reduce taxi delays. These efforts build upon the Biden-Harris Administration’s Sustainable Aviation Fuels Grand Challenge it announced last year. (Learn more about the Grand Challenge at https://www. whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/state ments-releases/2021/09/09/ fact-sheetbiden-administration-advances-thefuture-of- sustainable-fuels-in-american-

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The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), last month, applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for passing two important bills that support the development of the advanced air mobility (AAM) sector – the Advanced Aviation Infrastructure Modernization (AAIM) Act (H.R. 6270) and the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (S. 516). “It is very encouraging to see Congress placing a priority on the growth of advanced air mobility. We are on the cusp of transforming the future of human flight with the introduction of electric and hybrid powered aircraft into the national airspace system. The support of Congress will be instrumental in the emergence of AAM and its facilitation of additional transportation options, job creation, economic growth, further environmental sustainability, and advancement in aerospace technology. Through proper plan-

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ning and infrastructure preparation, and close cooperation with the FAA on enabling rulemaking, we can lead the way in this promising new sector,” said Pete Bunce, GAMA President and CEO. “We applaud the leadership of Representatives Rick Larsen, Sharice Davids, Garret Graves, Dina Titus and Troy Balderson who have been championing these important pieces of legislation in the House.” The Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act, authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to establish an interagency working group composed of leaders from key government agencies to plan for and coordinate efforts for the advancement of the AAM industry. The AAIM Act establishes a two-year pilot initiative that invests $25 million in competitive grants for state, local and tribal governments to further AAM infrastructure.

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propulsion efficiency and reductions in an aircraft’s empty mass before loading. The FAA’s proposal aligns with aircraft CO2 emission standards established by the United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and with USEPA’s regulations implementing the ICAO standard. It therefore assures the worldwide acceptance of U.S. manufac-

tured airplanes and airplane engines. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Airplane Fuel Efficiency Certification, can be found in the Federal Register. Public comments must be received by Aug. 15, 2022. Find more information about the FAA and its environmental efforts at its Sustainability Gateway Page at https://www.faa.gov/sustainability.

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Continued from Page 9 • Foam System Recommendations • Frequently Asked Questions The latest resource supporting NATA’s Hangar Foam Fire Suppression System Initiative includes a flow chart on various options to achieve code compliance relative to fire suppression systems based on the International Building Code (IBC), 2021 edition; International Fire Code (IFC), 2021 edition; and NFPA 409, 2016 edition. “The National Air Transportation Association has been on the front line in educating the NFPA Technical Committee on the unique operating environment of general aviation businesses. Just as importantly, we’ve continued to

work alongside our members to guide them throughout the entire process of hangar fire protection and to inform them of how NFPA 409 developments and requirements impact their operations,” stated NATA President and CEO Timothy Obitts. NATA thanks the following members for donating their time and expertise in developing the guide: Doug Fisher, Fisher Engineering; Curt Castagna, Aeroplex Group Partners; and Dan Bianco, JRMA. For additional Aircraft Hangar Foam Fire Suppression System Initiative resources, please visit www.nata.aero/advocacy/foam.

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f you are in the Midwest and have ever seen a helicopter getting a HVAC unit onto the roof of a building or working on a construction site, you may have wondered about the company that operates these helicopters and what goes into a mission. And if you have driven down I-55 past Willowbrook, southwest of Chicago, and wondered about the helicopters parked in what appears to be a parking lot in an industrial area just north of the expressway, the answer is the same: Midwest Helicopter Airways, Inc. They currently operate a fleet of three Sikorsky S-58JTs. You are probably more familiar with its predecessor, the military H-34 Choctaw. The S-58JT is a twin turbine variant, so instead of the large bulbous nose, there is a narrower squared off nose with two air intakes. Like all the S-58JTs, all were converted from the piston version; none were ever manufactured as turbos. The business is family run, having been in operation since 1969. It got started with Richard “Dick” Smith, who owned a crane company that operated in the Chicago area. His brother-in-law, Fred Clark, owned Orlando Helicopter Airways. At the time, utilizing helicopters as cranes was a new concept, but he saw the advantage of using them, and Midwest Helicopter Airways was born. His son, Rick, is now the President of the company, and his mother, Sue, is the CEO. They started with the Sikorsky S55, then onto S-58’s, radial engine models, before switching to their current model. They operated out of the Hinsdale Airport, but the airport closed, while they stayed. As is the case with many closed airports, the area became industrial, so with the businesses that opened around them, their heliport looks out of place. You won’t find it on a Chicago TAC chart, but it is on the Chicago Helicopter Route Chart. When they fly to a site, the crew typically consists of the pilot and two signalmen, one of which is also a mechanic. One signalman is on the ground, while the other is on the roof. The signalmen facilitate the rigging of the units and direct the pilot over the radio. For this type of operation, there is no winch; the load is carried by a 100-foot cable suspended from the helo. For certain opera-

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View of Mt. Rainer while flying a bucket of concrete to the top of Crystal Mountain. Concrete was for the ski lift atop the mountain at 7,000 feet. (Larry E. Nazimek)

Pilot’s view downtown. (Larry E. Nazimek)

is only one of many things these aerial crane experts do. Triggs explained, “Anything a crane can do, we can do faster.” Among their many missions, they have installed the lights on Green Bay’s Lambeau Field and Chicago’s Wrigley Field, as well as the loud speakers on Chicago’s Soldier Field. They installed the signage on Chicago’s famed Prudential building, and... “For the most part, we have done work on or next to just about every building in downtown Chicago.” They have done plenty of highly unusual missions. Among them Triggs mentioned, “We removed trees out of a swamp, because they were blocking up the river, causing the area to flood.” They Continued on Page 18

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ilots from 28 states flying more than 120 aircraft donated their time and fuel to ensure that the dedicated men and women – athletes, coaches, and supporters – of the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games got to the weeklong event in Orlando, Florida. The Textron Aviation-sponsored Special Olympics Airlift is a monumental effort where Cessna, Beechcraft, and Hawker aircraft owners and operators transport Special Olympics athletes and coaches to the Games. Established in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Special Olympics is the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities. The first Games started as a camp founded by Shriver and grew to the 1968 Games held in Chicago. The Games are now held every four years in different locations across the United States. The Games showcase the athletic abilities of participants who train year-round in more than 30 different sports, from track and field to

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powerlifting, softball, soccer, and bowling. Textron Aviation has coordinated the Special Olympics Airlift eight times since 1987, and the coordination of pilots, aircraft, athletes, and volunteers is nothing short of awe-inspiring. The airlift transports thousands of athletes and their coaches from across the country to that year’s event site. This year’s event was the first time the Games have been held in Florida. “The Special Olympics Airlift program, coordinated by Textron Aviation, and the experience it delivers sets the stage for an incredible week. The support the Textron Aviation team provides truly makes all the difference,” said Joe Dzaluk, president and CEO of the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games. Highly coordinated, the airlift engages volunteers as early as two years before the Games and the push for volunteer aircraft continues right up to the event. Each aircraft–depending on size – took three to seven athletes and at least one coach from a home base to Orlando Executive Airport. Each aircraft received a call sign of “Dove” and a number. From

each airport and on the return, the slowest aircraft departs first. It’s a conga line as aircraft take off or land every two minutes. Participating pilots do receive a $1.50 discount on fuel. Travel is the largest expense for Special Olympics state programs, and the airlift helps offset these costs by allowing athletes to travel to the Games with their gear and teammates. The airlift took athletes and coaches to the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando on June 4 from various airports across the country, and returned them home on June 12. Since the first airlift in 1987, nearly 10,000 athletes and coaches from across the United States have been transported to Special Olympics World Games and USA Games. “We do this for the athletes,” said Ron Draper, president and CEO of Textron Aviation. “This is an extraordinary experience for everyone involved and provides an impressive visual of the power of general aviation as well as the philanthropic side of the aviation industry.” AOPA has donated its aircraft and Continued on Page 18

A Special Olympics USA athlete waves before departing from Orlando Executive Airport in the Textron Aviation-sponsored Special Olympics Airlift. (David Tulis/Courtesy AOPA)

Special Olympics USA Games powerlifters Alexa Akin and Brian Beirne, with coach Amanda Bendorf, participate in a Textron Aviation-sponsored Special Olympics Airlift flight from New Jersey to Florida. (Luz Beattie/Courtesy AOPA)

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Olympians Fly GA Continued from Page 17 pilots to the effort since 2014. For this event, AOPA flew its Cessna Citation M2 with two athletes and their coach from New Jersey’s Trenton Mercer Airport, to Orlando. In “Dove 122,” powerlifters Alexa Akin, 27, and Brian Beirne, 30, were new to flying in private aviation. Akin admitted to being very nervous, but her coach, Amanda Bendorf, kept her occupied with chatter and pointing out landmarks she might recognize from the air. They also discussed the excitement

all shared with the added adventure of visiting Disney World. Both athletes medaled in their events and Beirne won gold for bench press. He has medaled before, but as his father John said upon landing at home, those other medals now don’t matter: “Gold is everything,” the younger Beirne said, with a fist-bump to his dad. “The whole operation ran like a well-oiled machine,” said AOPA corporate pilot Luz Beattie, who flew on both legs of the mission (AOPA President

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Mark Baker flew the arrival and Editor at Large Dave Hirschman flew the departure). “Textron staff was extremely well organized and professional, and ATC did an outstanding job keeping all these Dove aircraft moving right along. Kudos to all.” The Games are a full-court press for Textron Aviation employees: From Wichita, Kansas-based employees serving as greeters and transportation crew to Florida-based Textron employees checking in pilots at FBO Atlantic Aviation, the

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haracterized by gray and white arctic camouflage, an intimidating cowling, titanium landing gear, and plenty of creature comforts, it didn’t take any convincing for the Super Patriot to find a place on my “must fly” list. Little did I know that two months after the airplane’s debut at the Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, I would have the chance to fly the Super Patriot. “Cayla, where can we meet you this weekend to have you fly the Super Patriot?” asked Don Wade of Patriot Aircraft during a phone call. “I’ll be at Triple Tree on Saturday for their Young Aviators Fly-In. How does that sound?” I asked. “See you then,” said Wade. After an hour flight to Triple Tree Aerodrome in Woodruff, South Carolina, in a Van’s Aircraft RV–8, my husband and I landed on the smooth 7,000-footlong grass runway and were parked by one of Triple Tree’s volunteers.

A golf cart shuttle whisked us to a Chick-fil-A food truck on property for a true Southern comfort meal – a juicy chicken sandwich, lemonade, and waffle fries. We enjoyed our meal and caught up with old friends, and Wade soon arrived in the Super Patriot. Once parked, Wade was met by an onslaught of onlookers who began asking questions about the familiar but distinctively different taildragger. One onlooker was Middle Georgia State University student and pilot Ben Templeton, who thought the Super Patriot presented itself as “an amazing display of craftmanship.” After mounting two GoPro cameras inside the cockpit, Wade walked me through a brief starting tutorial, which consisted of “mags hot, let her start, then mixture rich.” He showed me where to find temperature and pressure readings on the new-to-me Dynon SkyView HDX. Thus prepared, I exclaimed “clear prop.” Since this was a hot start, it took two attempts for the airplane to come to life, but soon enough I was taxiing off toward the runway. One of the first things I noticed

while on the ground was the ergonomic design of the rudder pedals in addition to the effectiveness of the Beringer brakes. Gentle pressure on the top of the rudder pedal was all that was required to redirect the airplane, or hold it in place. After completing a standard runup near the hold-short line, I began looking for landing traffic on short final. To my delight, the Super Patriot’s upward visibility through transparent plexiglass made this task an easy one. Shortly after landing traffic cleared, I reached for the flap handle to the left of my head and pulled a notch of flaps (without having to simultaneously engage a lever) and lined up on Runway 03. Soon enough I found myself wondering how I had already managed to leap off the ground. Right away, the characteristics of the Super Patriot started to come to life. As a shorter pilot, my immediate thought was, “Wow, this airplane fits like a glove.” Thanks to an easily adjustable front seat, an upright seating position, and a curved panel, I felt like the airplane was handContinued on Page 21

Patriot Aircraft’s Don Wade flew the Super Patriot from his home airport in Bessemer, Alabama, to Triple Tree Aerodrome in South Carolina. (Cayla McLeod Hunt/Courtesy AOPA)

The Super Patriot features a curved panel housing intuitive Dynon avionics. (Cayla McLeod Hunt/Courtesy AOPA)

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To advance the common vision of completely eliminating the use of lead in general aviation fuel, a comprehensive update was provided on June 23 to all stakeholders and interested parties by leaders and working groups of the industry/government EAGLE initiative. EAGLE (Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions) was developed with one clear goal: eliminate lead from all aviation fuel by 2030 without negatively impacting the safe and efficient operations of the current GA fleet. Stakeholders included a wide range of more than 100 aviation associations, air-

craft and fuel manufacturers, federal and local government bodies, airport officials, pilot groups, environmental organizations, and other related constituents. The meeting furthered the EAGLE objective of bringing all parties together to discuss and rally around the shared goal of an unleaded aviation future. EAGLE leaders and working groups outlined the progress being made in a number of priority areas, including fuel testing, evaluation, and authorization; research, development, and implementation; and regulatory and policy activities. The group addressed a number of potential unleaded fuel candidates. “This continues to be the biggest opportunity we have in general aviation, but it’s also vital that 100LL be available for those aircraft that require the fuel to operate safely during a smart transition.

While we are working together to remove all lead from aviation fuel, this needs to be done smartly and safely,” said Mark Baker, president and CEO of AOPA, and EAGLE co-chair. “It is going to take a sustained level of commitment to tackle the highly complex set of issues at play here. The spirit of partnership that is key to EAGLE’s success was evident during our discussions today, and I am excited to be a part of it,” said Lirio Liu, executive director of FAA’s Aircraft Certification Service, and EAGLE co-chair. While the working groups continue their dedicated work on a daily basis, the next EAGLE stakeholder update is being planned for fall 2022. Plans are also underway for an EAGLE leaders update during EAA’s AirVenture in late July. Learn more at the AOPA website,

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on June 7 awarded $518 million to build safer, more accessible airports across the country. “In communities of all sizes, airports

are vital to local economies, sustaining jobs and getting people and goods where they need to go,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We’re pleased to announce this important funding to help improve airports

around the country and better serve all Americans.” The second round of the 2022 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) awards includes 416 grants to airports across the U.S. to fund a variety

Editor’s Note: The following was issued by the leaders of the EAGLE (Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions) initiative following the June 2022 stakeholder update:

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FAA Administrator Steve Dickson talks to AOPA President Mark Baker moments before Dickson announced a public-private partnership to eliminate lead from aviation fuel by 2030 during the General Aviation Manufacturers Association State of the Industry event in Washington, D.C., Feb. 23. (David Tulis/Courtesy AOPA) aopa.org. Learn more about EAA’s AirVenture at EAA’s website, eaa.org.

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Long Beach/Daugherty Field (LGB) in Southern California will receive $7,871,393 for rehabilitation of taxiways and taxiway lighting and to install miscellaneous NAVAIDS. (Courtesy longbeach.gov) • Lehigh Valley International Airport (Allentown, PA): $7.9 million to fund the final construction phase of the airport’s work to rehabilitate 7,600 feet of Runway 6/24 pavement and existing Runway 6/24 lighting system. The infrastructure has reached the end of its useful life and the work will enhance safe airfield operations during low-visibility conditions. • James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton, OH): $13.4 million to rehabilitate 54,000 square yards, equivalent to more than eight football fields, of the existing terminal apron pavement to maintain its structural integrity. This is the seventh phase of a 10-phase project. • Yellowstone Airport (West Yellowstone, MT): $2.6 million to construct a new 36,000 square foot terminal building

to accommodate increased passenger demand as well as to meet Transportation Security Administration and Americans with Disabilities Act design standards. • Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (Savannah, GA): $5.3 million to install 4,000 feet of drainage improvements to handle storm water runoff. The project will reconfigure the terminal area water runoff to meet storm-water retention requirements. • Faribault Municipal-Liz Wall Strohfus Field Airport (Faribault, MN): $431,680 to rehabilitate runway lighting systems to include upgrading to LED runway and taxiway lighting. The installation of LED lighting and guidance signs will reduce energy consumption and environmental impact compared to standard lighting.

• Naples Municipal (Naples, FL): $3.5 million to improve 684,400 square feet of the airport's existing drainage system to eliminate ponding on airfield surfaces to meet FAA design standards. As recommended by the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan, the project regrades the infield area between Runway 5-23 and Taxiway A and installs culverts for drainage. • Cyril E. King Airport (Charlotte Amalie, VI): $12.2 million to rehabilitate 7,000 feet of the existing Taxiway A to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. The project has a total of five phases. Phase 2 funds the west 3,300 feet of the 7,000-foot taxiway. Future phases will fund the design and construction of the remainder of the taxiway. • Pullman Regional Airport (North Pullman, WA): $7 million to create more space in the terminal for additional vendors. The terminal will also open up opportunities for cargo, charter, and business aviation. This will generate an estimated 55 to 60 new jobs, post terminal construction. • Lake Charles Regional Airport (Lake Charles, LA): $1 million to fund construction of an arrivals canopy for the airport’s new 4,424 square foot terminal. Both the arrivals and departures canopies are part of the final phase of a four-phase project that will increase passenger throughput at the airport. The FAA has awarded a total of $1.1 billion of the $3.2 billion total funding available in Fiscal Year 2022. A complete listing of grants is on the FAA website, faa.gov.

Lap Around the Patch in New Super Patriot Continued from Page 19 crafted just for me. Meanwhile, my husband, who was sitting in the back, was already commenting on the roomy backseat, wide interior, and increased visibility. After climbing up to 1,800 feet at 2,500 rpm I put the airplane into a steep turn. The ailerons (which were surprisingly heavier than I expected) took a little getting used to, but by the second steep turn, I had it figured out. Although heavier, the airplane felt solid and stable throughout the maneuvers. The added bonus of being able to open the door and windows midflight on a hot summer day made the flight even more pleasurable. After handing the controls off to my husband, I took a whack at figuring out the Dynon SkyView HDX. Without any

prior Dynon experience, I was expecting to become lost in the foreign technology, but to my surprise, the unit was far more intuitive than I was expecting. With simple return functions, personalization options, and touch-friendly features, I wouldn’t mind spending more time with this piece of tech. Due to time restraints and wanting to allow others the time to take the Super Patriot for a lap around the patch, I headed east to return to Triple Tree. After joining the arrival procedure, I flew over midfield and entered the downwind for Runway 03. Abeam the numbers I pulled my power and extended a notch of flaps. Rounding out my base turn, I lined up for 03 and let down a second notch of flaps with a simple pull. As I slowly bled off airspeed, I took particular notice of how stable the aircraft

felt. Although we were slow, and just above the Triple Tree turf, the Super Patriot was nowhere close to stalling. Although I failed to glance at the airspeed indicator at touchdown, I knew it was nice and slow, just as a short takeoff and landing contender should be. After a quick taxi back to the parking area, my time with the Super Patriot had come to an end, but I knew this wouldn’t be the last time I’d be seeing this aircraft. Wade and his team have plans to make a few improvements to their aircraft and have invited me to fly the airplane after adjustments have been made at their home airport in Bessemer, Alabama. The Super Patriot will also be on display throughout EAA AirVenture Oshkosh July 25 through 31 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

AOPA Social Media Marketer Cayla McLeod Hunt had the opportunity to try the new Super Patriot on for size at a recent fly-in in South Carolina. The aircraft is the latest taildragger to hit the STOL market. (Courtesy of Patriot Aircraft and AOPA)

NATA LAUNCHES NEW RESOURCE HIGHLIGHTING CAREERS IN AVIATION BUSINESS

The National Air Transportation Association, on June 23, launched the NATA Career Center, a comprehensive resource for industry recruitment and career development. An evolution of NATA’s job board, the NATA Career Center enables members to connect with aviation business professionals worldwide, offers guidance on career changes, educates new and potential aviation industry entrants, and provides resources for both job seekers and employers. “Among our members’ top challenges is employee recruitment and retention. By offering job seekers tools for career development and providing them information that highlights our industry, NATA’s Career Center is much more than a job board – it is yet another way the association is empowering the future success of aviation businesses,” said NATA Vice President of Communications Shannon Chambers. In addition to being a source for employment opportunities, the NATA Career Center offers numerous benefits to general aviation professionals and

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employers, including: • Integration of career resources, professional training, and other NATA member benefits • Ability to anonymously post resumes, allowing control over which employers may view complete job applicant details • Variety of options for employer exposure to passive job-seeking aviation professionals, including emails to NATA’s registered job seekers • Integration of job content into social media channels engages the aviation community and provides valuable job exposure to NATA audiences and relevant users of Twitter, Facebook,

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n 2019, during the International Council of Air Shows (ICAS) winter convention, the United States Air Force Thunderbirds named Fort Wayne as the top military air show. The Indiana Air National Guard 122nd Fighter Wing is based at the International Airport in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The 122nd, known as the “Blacksnakes” is home to the Fairchild Republic-built A-10C “Thunderbolt II,” better known as the “Warthog.” The base had not hosted an air show

The U.S. Navy West Coast “Rhino” Demonstration Team perform a roll with the landing gear down at the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman)

The Thunderbirds diamond formation make a formation pass in their F-16 on Friday’s practice show at the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman) and open house since 2019 due to the pandemic, but with a brighter outlook, the 122nd decided to hold an event in 2022. This year’s two-day airshow took place on June 4 and 5 and featured the United States Air Force F-16 Demonstration Team, the Thunderbirds. Major Zane Taylor from Orlando, FL, who is the slot pilot in the Thunderbirds diamond formation, commented on the Fort Wayne Show. “This is my third year with the team and the last time we did this air show was 2019 and

there was about 80,000 people that showed up. We are expecting a huge crowd again. This weekend is going to be awesome in Fort Wayne.” The week before the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show, the Thunderbirds performed the flyover for the 106th running of the Indianapolis 500. It was the second time in three years the Thunderbirds have performed the flyover for the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” The flyover in 2022 was much different than the first one the Thunderbirds performed in 2020, as Major

Four A-10C “Warthogs” and a KC-135R “Stratotanker” performs a formation flyover to open the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. The A-10s were from the 122ndFighter Wing based at Fort Wayne and the KC-135R was from the 434th Air Reserve Refueling Wing based at Grissom, ARB in Peru IN. (Mike Heilman) Taylor explains. “It was really strange to be there in 2020 because it’s the biggest single day sporting event in the world and it was just me and handful of people at the race because of the pandemic.” In 2022 the Indy race was at full capacity as Major Taylor continues. “Being there this year and just to feel the energy from the crowd was incredible. When everyone cheers it just roars; it’s Continued on Page 25

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Fort Wayne Airshow Continued from Page 24 just awesome. It was nice to see the bleachers full of people for sure.” The crowd certainly roared when the Thunderbirds made their two passes over the speedway on race day in Indy. Pilots flying in a very tight formation at events like the Indianapolis 500 generally do not get to see much of the event when they flyover, but for Major Taylor, being the slot pilot in the diamond explains why he can see a lot. “I have the luxury of looking forward, so I can time share between flying formation and picking up ground references. I could see all the cars and all the people waving.” The 122nd Fighter Wing maintains and flies 21 A-10C “Warthogs” and the unit showcased the capabilities of the A10C at the air show, with a Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) demonstration. The demonstration included four A10s and an UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter picking-up a downed airman. The demonstration included pyrotechnics to simulate the “Warthogs” attack runs. The “Blacksnakes” also opened the show with a four-ship A-10 and a KC-135R flyby. The KC-135R was from the 434th Refueling Wing based at Grissom Air Reserve Base in Peru, Indiana. The U.S. Navy West Coast “Rhino”

Chris Darnell fires up Shockwave Jet Truck at the 2022 air show. (Mike Heilman) Award winning Air Show Pilot Skip Stewart performs low pass in front of the spectators at the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman)

Demonstration Team performed a highpowered show in the F/A-18F Super Hornet. The demo team is from VFA-122 “Flying Eagles” based at Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif. The team is riding high with the recent release of the blockbuster movie Top Gun Maverick that features the F/A-18 Super Hornet, the same aircraft the Flying Eagles use. The Fort Wayne crowd got to see the real star of the movie in action each day. The F/A-18F “Super Hornet” and a Vought F4U Corsair teamed up to perform the Navy’s Legacy flight, that showcases the past with the present in naval aviation.

Commandos from the U.S. Special Operations Command Para-Commandos made several parachutes jumps at the 2022 air show. The team is comprised of active duty and retired Special Operators such as Army Special Forces, Navy SEALS, Army Rangers, Air Force Combat Controllers, and Marine Raiders. A hometown pilot, Dean Cutshall performed several passes at the Fort Wayne Show in the only flying North American built F-100 Super Sabre. The F-100 is a supersonic jet fighter that served in the U.S. Air Force from 1954 to 1971. A World War II B-25J “Mitchell”

A North American F-100 taxis out to perform in front of the large crowd at the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman) medium bomber named Show Me from the Missouri Wing of the Commemorative Air Force was on static display and flew a demonstration both days of the show. Almost 10,000 B-25s were built during the war and only handful are Conitnued on Page 26

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Continued from Page 25 flying today. A North American designed and built P-51D “Mustang” was also on static display and flew at the show. The P-51D named Swamp Fox flown by RT Dickson was part of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron and also flew a demonstration. The squadron’s Rise Above display honoring the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II was part of the show’s ground exhibits. Award-winning Skip Stewart headlined the civilian portion of the 2022 Fort Wayne show with a high-energy aerobatic routine in his modified Pitts S2S biplane. Melissa Burns entertained the crowd in her aerobatic Extra 300 airplane. Then Stewart in his Pitts and Burns in her Extra 300 teamed up with Chris Darnell in Shockwave Jet Truck to create the TinStix of Dynamite act. The act included head-on passes with a lot of smoke, fire, pyrotechnics, and concluded with a drag race between both aircraft and the jet truck. Veteran Air Show performer Matt Younkin flew an aerobatic routine in his Beech 18. The Beech 18 was never designed for aerobatic flight, but Younkin’s routine proves that twin-engine aircraft can perform them safely. Nathan Hammond from SkyDancer Airshows performed an aerobatic routine in his DeHavilland Super Chipmunk Known as Ghostwriter. The Super Chipmunk is used for Hammond’s aerobatic routine and his Skywriting show as well. Weather for the two-day event was prefect and the show line-up helped draw a very large crowd. It was estimated the crowd size exceeded the 2019 81,000 spectators, but the official number has yet to be released for 2022. The 122nd Fighter Wing is a big part of the Fort Wayne community. The open house and air show were free to the public, and it gave the base an opportunity to showcase its people and equipment to the community it protects.

A B-52H from the 96th Bomb Squadron based at Barksdale Air Force base was on static display at the 2019 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman)

Commandos from the U.S. Special Operations Command Para-Commandos Team jumped in with the American flag to start both days of the 2022 Fort Wayne Air Show. (Mike Heilman)

Nathan Hammond from SkyDancer Airshows performed an aerobatic routine in his DeHavilland Super Chipmunk Known as “Ghostwriter.” (Mike Heilman)

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istory of our great country has always captured my interest. I love to saunter atop the footsteps of places where America was built. For example, one of my favorite memories was the day I walked in the actual grooves that were chiseled into the ground by the wagon trains. I’ve visited sites where the pony express riders stopped to drop off the mail or change horses. In those days, the U.S. mail was very efficient and reliable. I’ve stood in the river where gold was first discovered. Texas is a state with a plethora of historic footprints. I have often visited the streets of Fort Worth where the cattle were driven through the streets on their way to market. The state capital of Texas, Austin is an inland city bordering the Hill Country region. Home to the University of Texas flagship campus, Austin is known for its eclectic live-music scene centered around country, blues and rock. Its many parks and lakes are popular for hiking, biking, swimming and boating. South of the city, Formula One’s Circuit of the Americas raceway has hosted the United States Grand Prix. Some of the best restaurants in Texas are in Austin. Young folks from all over the country are finding new homes in this city, a diaspora that is nothing new. Almost 200 years ago, a lad from Tennessee was drawn to this city.

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The Driskill

(Courtesy Driskill Hotel) Driskill Barber Shop (Courtesy Driskill Hotel)

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In 1824, a fellow by the name of Jesse Lincoln Driskill was born in Tennessee. Time flies, does it not? That’s just two years short of two centuries ago. As a teenager, rather than waste his time playing video games, Jesse turned his sights to raising cattle. In 1857, he migrated to Texas to start a cattle business. He had previously lost a fortune selling cattle to the Confederacy. Nevertheless, his loyal customers honored him with the moniker “Colonel.” Jesse was a busy man. Not only did he raise cattle, he also married Nancy Elizabeth Jane Day. By 1859, he was the proud father of four daughters and two sons. He headed to Austin, which, at the time, was the westernmost metropolis in Texas. In 1872, Austin was named the cap-

The Driskill in the fifties. (Courtesy Driskill Hotel)

The Driskill today.

ital of Texas. By 1880, Jesse had established himself as a wealthy cattle baron and landowner. He emerged as a wellknown businessman and civic leader throughout the state. Around 1880, he decided to build a grand hotel, which would rival those of New York, St. Louis and San Francisco. He purchased a parcel of land at the corner of Brazos and Pecan for $7,500 and renamed the street 6th Street. Reminds me of folks who look at priceless real estate today and say, “I coulda bought that corner for $7,500.” Not only “coulda” Driskill have purchased that parcel, he did! At the enormous cost of $400,000, the Driskill Hotel opened in 1886.

(Courtesy Driskill Hotel)

Various newspapers named it as one of the most luxurious hotels in America. Less than two weeks after its grand opening, The Driskill established itself as the centerpiece of Austin social and political life. Newly elected Governor Sul Ross held his inaugural ball in the hotel. Later, governors, including “Ma” Ferguson and Dan Moody celebrated their inaugurations in the hotel. Governor John Connally, who was shot when President Jack Kennedy was assassinated, as well as Governor Ann Richards, carried out the inaugural tradition. In 1890, Jesse passed away after which the hotel had a rollercoaster history of successes and failures.

Let’s jump to 1934. You may have heard of an aspiring Texas politician named Lyndon Baines Johnson. He met his future wife, Lady Bird for a first-date breakfast in The Driskill Dining Room. This was the beginning of a life-long love affair, both for The Driskill and the future President and First Lady of the United States. In 1948, Johnson awaited the results of his U.S. Senate race against Coke Stevenson in the Jim Hogg Suite at The Driskill. LBJ won the election. In 1950, the 6th Street entrance was closed. Air conditioning was installed. In 1964, LBJ returned to the hotel and awaited the results of the Presidential reelection. In 1969, the hotel closed for a complete renovation. The project was interrupted during a movement to conContinued on Page 30

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demn the hotel to the wrecking ball. In 1970, the Heritage Society of Austin was successful in having the Driskill declared a national Historic Landmark. Although it is not considered a national historic event, I enjoyed my first visit to the Driskill in the mid-1970s. Beyond that time, there was a series of ownership transfers. At one time, Braniff Airlines, now a footnote in aviation history, owned the hotel.

Enter The 21st Century

A floor-to-ceiling renovation closed the property from 1996-1999. The renovation expanded the total number of guest rooms and suites to 189. Features of The Driskill include the magnificent columned lobby, fine dining establishment The Driskill Grill, casual eatery 1886 Café & Bakery, the iconic The Driskill Bar and more than 18,000 feet of exquisite meeting space. Now, 130 years after opening, the legendary Driskill Hotel remains a beloved downtown Austin landmark. Imagine how may landmarks we have lost to “modern development.”

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Driskill Lobby (Courtesy Anne Burnett)

The Driskill Today

The Driskill, centrally located in downtown, is a 15-minute walk to Lady Bird Lake and Texas State Capitol. It is less than a mile from South Congress Avenue and the University of Texas at Austin. This strategic location provides close access to the best of the “Live Music Capital of the World®,” Austin’s vibrant culinary scene, the trails of Lady Bird Lake and nearly 200 music venues. Guests can select from one of the 189 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations, plasma televisions and pillow-top beds. Complimentary wireless Internet access and cable programming are at your disposal for work and entertainment. Luxurious bathrooms with shower/tub

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combinations feature designer toiletries. Guests have a choice of historic suites that are masterpieces of design. For example, the Primrose suite has hardwood floors and a balcony with spectacular views of downtown. The Renaissance Suite has a balcony, king bed, walk-in closets and a claw-foot soaking tub. The Heritage Suite, once reserved for LBJ, has hardwood floors, a soaring ceiling and stained glass windows. Other amenities include a business center, express check-in, and check-out. The hotel also features a new steam room and a 24-hour fitness center.

Restaurants, Bars and Lounges

In 1886, the hotel operated a popular lunchroom. Today, the 1886 Café & Bakery remains an iconic establishment and favorite bakery. The quaint Victorian-style café serves delicious traditional Texas comfort foods that combine time-honored original recipes with contemporary preparation. Dine on dishes such as Helen Corbitt’s Cheese Soup, famous Texas Shaped Pecan Waffles and Quiche Lorraine, or a genuine Texas classic, Fried Chicken. From the elegant, timeless lobby, guests can ascend the grand staircase and enter into old-world Texas. Named one of the ten Best Hotel Bars in America by USA Today and The Best Bar in Texas by Southern Living, The Driskill Bar is, without question, as Texas as it gets. With its rustic leather couches, cowhide barstools, cattle branded custom carpet, and the

Host your meeting or event at The Driskill, where you’ll follow in the footsteps of notable public figures throughout their finest moments. Featuring timeless design details and outfitted with modern technologies, each of the meeting and gathering spaces offers a variety of opportunities for unique events. Venues include a 2,500 square-foot ballroom and a 5,600 squarefoot mezzanine complete with two private balconies, ideal for outdoor events in the heart of downtown Austin. Driskill-planned weddings are memorable and legendary.

The Airports

I strongly recommend a visit to Austin. There are two airports available for private pilots. Austin Bergstrom International Airport (KAUS) is five miles southeast of the city. At 541 feet above sea level, the field has parallel runways. Runway 18R/36L is 12,250 feet long. Runway 18L/36R is 9,000 feet long. ILS and GPS approaches are available for all runways. I suggest Atlantic Aviation for your FBO. (512) 382-8810. Austin Executive Airport, (KEDC), is 12 miles northeast of Austin. At 620 feet above sea level, Runway 13/31 is 6,025 feet long and Runway 16/24 is 1,550 feet long. There are GPS approaches to each runway. Hendricksen Air Center, (512) 247-7678 is the FBO.

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STOL Drags and related events have become quite popular over the last few years but, as the saying goes, it’s like déjà vu all over again. Maybe 40 years ago, I was at an airshow in California that had a contest for short takeoff over an obstacle. One older two-seater, maybe a Taylorcraft, was involved in a stall-spin accident. I believe the occupant survived, but… This past month, a STOL contest was cancelled due to winds so an impromptu STOL demonstration was arranged, and there was a fatal accident. The AOPAAir Safety Institute has done a commendable job of looking at what evidence there is and has come up with several safety suggestions. It seems to me that one element of flight safety is, “Don’t improvise at the last minute.” (On YouTube: Early Analysis: N76075 Cessna 140 Crash at STOL Competition.) This gets around to my own Expanded Envelope Exercises (E3), which I demonstrate in my own RV-9A and in other airplanes, always within 60degree bank, 30-degree pitch, 2 g, and no spins. I’ll be presenting the same presentation seven times at Oshkosh this year, and some of the slides will have the caveat, don’t try this at home. Even with my overall experience and practice of these exercises, some are easy to let get away from the pilot. I recall one highly qualified pilot who took me for a ride when I let him try one. In “Maneuvering Performance: Stall Curves,” Rich Stowell and Jim Goodwin write, “The FAA issued Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) CE-11-17 on Jan. 18, 2011 to clarify the definition of design maneuvering speed, VA, and its importance vis-àvis airplane design limits.” Bottom line is that VA, maneuvering speed, applies for deflection of a single control surface. In a rolling pull out, VA can be considerably less than a straight pull up. Interestingly enough, maximum vertical G in a rolling pull out is 2/3 the normal max vertical G. Going back to E3, my RV-9A records digital flight data, and I, being conservative, have never exceeded that 2/3 limit. That one pilot who took me for a ride… All this gets back to FAR 91.3(a): “The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft.” In my flight safety/loss of control research, I’ve found many things that are

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not well publicized, and a few things that seem not to be known at all. Oshkosh is a place to share this knowledge – not as widely as I’d like, though – but as a friend said, Oshkosh is where you go to learn, and I always do.

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Much of my research has focused on Low Speed Spirals (LoSS), basically botched steep turns, base to final, to avoid overshooting the turn. (The short answer is, get a CFI and see what a deliberate overshoot looks like and realize that it’s not a crisis, it’s a boo-boo. The root cause is psychological, not aeronautical.) LoSS at altitude are attention-getting, to put it mildly, but how do you show an audience what it’s like at traffic pattern altitude, where the recovery is just barely above the ground and sometimes less than that? My solution was to fly a series of LoSS at altitude in Georgia, massage the flight data in Excel to make it look like the LoSS were flown at traffic pattern altitude at Oshkosh, then play the data back in CloudAhoy and record it. (CloudAhoy is a sponsor of the EAA Pilot Proficiency Center and me, personally, for this effort.) Chuck Shavit of CloudAhoy emailed me that my videos were, “Absolutely fascinating and thought provoking.” Much appreciated! And I hope that the simulated low altitude LoSS will generate the same response from audiences. I’ll be presenting in the Pilot Proficiency Center (registration required) and on Wednesday morning in the NAFI tent.

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Not quite sure how it happened, but I’m now on the north side of 70 years old. I really want other people to take over the work I’ve started, run with it, expand it, and improve upon it. Trouble is that sometimes the new ideas that are the most accepted are the ones that have been around for 30 years so that people know they’re real.

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The RV-9A has new software to allow the pilot, in case of engine failure, to have the autopilot glide the plane to the nearest suitable airport. I’ve found things

I don’t like about the user interface and the manuals – I was a professional seeker of improvement opportunities for much of my career – but here’s an interesting thought. Suppose you’re flying cross-country at 5,000 feet above ground, a mile up. Your engine quits, and your plane can achieve a 10:1 glide ratio. That means that you can glide to airports within 10 miles. Okay… The other day, I was flying at 2,000 feet, not far from a military airport and tried the new feature. The software said no airports were available because the nearest was 2.5 nm away. It looked reachable to me, but apparently not! So at 5,000 feet AGL, how much of the U.S. has airports within gliding distance? And out west, with higher terrain, where 5,000 feet AGL might not be practicable, then what? (I’ll let somebody else get on the computer, do the math or plot the map.) I’d love to know the answer. The point of this thought experiment is that the new software can help the pilot in some situations, but it absolutely does not mean that it can make an emergency airport appear on demand, regardless of where you are or how high you are. Manage your expectations! Sort of like in the early days of the Cirrus airplanes, where some techno-nerd pilots thought that the advanced avionics meant that the airplane had more capability than other airplanes, when the avionics only provided better information for making better decisions.

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A while back, I got my drone license, allowing me to fly drone under Part 107. There’s lotsa gotchas… If you share anything, damn near anything, with the images you take or the information you gather, that’s considered a commercial operation and you need to have a license. Second, if you screw up flying a drone and the FAA gets annoyed with you, they can take action against your airplane pilot certificates. Beyond that, this FAA course was not one of the better courses, to put it mildly.

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Leidos pre-flight briefing yesterday. “What state are you calling about or departing from?” asked the mechanical voice. “Georgia.” “I think you said Oregon, is that correct?” “No.” “One moment and I’ll connect you.” Not sure what part of NO the voice recognition system didn’t understand but I wound up talking to a West Coast briefer, told him I was departing SAV. “SAV, that’s Hilton Head, right?” “No, Hilton Head is HXD.” “But my computer says SAV, Hilton Head.” Problem is that the full name of the airport is “Savannah-Hilton Head International,” and the Leidos computer truncated the name. There’s another Savannah naming problem. Hunter AAF, ID letters SVN, is in the FAA computers as “Savannah,” and in many airborne databases as well. Nobody calls Hunter Savannah, and it is hazardous and misleading information. But Leidos has Hunter correct in their database. Anyhow, I filed an ASRS report on this confusion, and told the Leidos briefer to escalate it to management. I’d previously filed an ASRS report on Hunter/Savannah name confusion, but that one went nowhere. When I worked at ASRS, these kinds of problems were sent promptly to the appropriate parts of the FAA. I hope that is still the case, and that the FAA does something about it. That airport name confusion probably contributed to a wheels up landing, but that is a story for the next issue. And yet another ASRS report.

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On my airplane, the mode of the flight director / autopilot is shown at the top of the Primary Flight Display (PFD). If the autopilot is engaged, there is a small “AP” at the far left. So far, so good. But suppose the pilot is stressed and disconnects the autopilot manually. A triple beep announces the disconnect, but this can be silenced by a second push on the disconnect button. Again, so far, so good – unless the pilot is so stressed that he resets the flight director / autopilot to a new mode, doesn’t remember that the Continued on Page 33

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The daily air show schedule for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 has been set. AirVenture’s daily air shows feature a wide variety of performances from the world of flight – precision aerobatics, military big iron, rare and unique flying examples, and history coming alive. The daily schedule is subject to change at any time without notice. Daily air shows are presented by Daher and Pratt & Whitney. The Wednesday night air show and fireworks are presented by Covington Aircraft. The Saturday night air show and fireworks are presented by WACO Aircraft Corporation. Monday, July 25, 2022 - 2:30 p.m.

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National Anthem/Patriot Parachute Team Van’s 50th Anniversary 50 various RVs Rocky Mountain Renegades various RVs Jerry Kerby RV-8 Warbirds of America Various Warbird Arrivals AeroShell Aerobatic Team T-6 Nathan Hammond Chipmunk David Martin Beech Baron Paul Bennet Wolf Pitts Kyle Franklin Cub Red Bull Air Force Edge 540, Helo, Jumpers Bob Carlton Super Salto Erik Edgren T-Clips Bill Stein Edge 540 Matt Younkin Beech 18 Tuesday, July 26, 2022 - 2:30 p.m.

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National Anthem/Patriot Parachute TeamPatty Wagstaff Extra 300LX Vicky Benzing Stearman Jessy Panzer Pitts Warbirds of America Various Warbirds Greg Koontz Decathlon Kevin Coleman Edge 540 Vintage Review Various Vintage Jim Peitz F-33C Bonanza Kyle Franklin Cub Phillips 66 Aerostars Extra Seaplane Base Parade Various Seaplanes Michael Goulian Extra 330SC Red Bull Air Force Edge 540, Helo, Jumpers Class of ‘45 P-51, Corsair Flight of the Cats Various Grumman ‘Cats Tigercat/Bearcat, US Navy Legacy Flight EA-18G, Corsair Wednesday, July 27, 2022 - 8:00 p.m.

WomenVenture / Air Combat Command Day

National Anthem/Patriot Parachute Team USAF Heritage Flight F-35A, P-51 AeroShell Aerobatic Team T-6 Randy Ball MiG 17 David Martin Beech Baron Bob Carlton Super Salto Matt Younkin Twin Beech 18 Redline Airshows RV-8 Kyle Fowler Long-EZ Nate Hammond Super Chipmunk Spielbauer/Tora Bomb Squad Fireworks / Pyro

Homebuilder’s Workshop Continued from Page 32 autopilot is still off, and wonders why the airplane isn’t doing what is commanded. When I was new to the system, I did this any number of times. But here’s a problem that the industry has not recognized. When the autopi-

lot is disconnected, the only difference on the PFD is that the “AP” disappears. Human Factors 101: never use the disappearance of symbology to convey information. Good aural indication, but a terrible visual indication. The solution is that the flight director

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Young Eagles Celebration National Anthem/Patriot Parachute Team USAF C-17 Demo Team C-17 Gene McNeely T-6 Jim Pietz F-33C Bonanza Bill Stien Edge 540 Warbirds of America Various Warbirds Trojan Phylers T-28 USAF Heritage Flight F-35A, P-51 USN Legacy Flight EA-18G, Corsair Philipp Steinbach Gamebird 1 Kevin Coleman Edge 540 Bernie Vasquez Sea Fury Kent Piesch Interstate Cadet

Friday, July 29, 2022 - 2:30 p.m. Salute to Veterans Day / Air Force Global Strike Command Day

National Anthem/Patriot Parachute TeamAeroShell Aerobatics Team T-6 Warbirds of America Various Warbirds Flight of the Cats Various Grumman ‘Cats Tigercat/Bearcat Chuck Aaron Helicopter Matt Younkin Beech 18 Kyle Fowler Long-EZ Patty Wagstaff Extra 300LX Kyle Franklin Cub David Martin Beech Baron USN E-2D Hawkeye Demo Team E-2D Hawkeye US Navy Legacy Flight F-35C, EA-18G, and Corsair Doc B-29 American Airlines/Old Glory Honor Flight Arrival A321 Flagship Valor Saturday, July 30, 2022 - 2:30 p.m.

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/ autopilot mode annunciation should look fundamentally different with autopilot on or not, beyond simply AP. Maybe a larger, bold font, maybe an outline of the modes. I recently encountered this confusion, again, experimenting with a new autopilot mode that, in the event of

USMC MV-22 Demo Team MV-22 Osprey Warbirds of America Various Warbirds Skip Stewart Prometheus 2 Vicky Benzing Stearman Class of ‘45 CP-51, F4U Dean Cutshall F-100 Super Sabre USAF C-17 Demo Team C-17 USAF Heritage Flight F-35A, P-51 Saturday, July 30, 2022 - 8:00 p.m.

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National Anthem/Patriot Parachute Team US Navy Various Naval Aircraft AeroShell Aerobatic Team T-6 Randy Ball MiG 17 David Martin Beech Baron Bob Carlton Super Salto Matt Younkin Twin Beech 18 Redlines Airshow RV-8 Kyle Fowler Long-EZ Nate Hammond Super Chipmunk Spielbauer/Tora Bomb Squad Fireworks / Pyro Sunday, July 31, 2022 - 1:00 p.m.

The Big Finish!

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engine failure, will glide the airplane to the nearest airport, if there is one. Turns out that this system does things that are not annunciated, not documented, and that are very confusing. A competitor’s system as installed in a certificated airplane has even worse issues.

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Four of the most iconic military aircraft built by Grumman will make a rare reunion appearance during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022, as the “Flight of the Cats” will be part of the afternoon air shows on July 27 and 29. The four Grumman airplanes – the F4F Wildcat, F6F Hellcat, F8F Bearcat, and F7F Tigercat – were developed within an eight-year period in the late 1930s and 1940s. They were best known for their roles within the U.S. Navy and Marines, although the Bearcat was used by air forces around the world as late as the early 1960s. The reunion was made possible with the involvement of Rod Lewis and the Lewis Air Legends collection, one of the world’s most impressive private assemblages of warbird aircraft. During the afternoon air shows on

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July 27 and 29, the individual aircraft involved are scheduled to include the Wildcat, Bearcat, and Tigercat from Rod Lewis’ collection, with Evan Fagen at the controls of the Hellcat that is based at the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum in Granite Falls, Minnesota. The Flight of the Cats will make AirVenture 2022 a spectacular warbird event, adding to such highlights as Jerry Yagen’s Military Aviation Museum aircraft and others previously announced. Learn more at eaa.org or watch a video at https://www.eaa.org/airventure/ eaa-airventure-news-and-multimedia/eaa-airventure-news/eaa-airventureoshkosh/flight-of-the-cats.

Four Grumman airplanes – the F4F Wildcat, F6F Hellcat, F8F Bearcat, and F7F Tigercat – will make an appearance at AirVenture afternoon airshows on July 27 and 29. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

UAS4STEM CHAMPIONSHIP

The UAS4STEM competition for high school students is back for the second year at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. The Academy of Model Aeronautics event is for groups of students, ages 11-17, who build an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) and compete against other teams to complete a specific mission through different obstacles. “The competition allows kids to have the opportunity to create innovative technology while also developing valuable life lessons within the workforce,” said Kyle Jaracz, EAA 1382634, AMA’s Education Director. “It is always exciting to see what the kids envision and how they work as a team to develop and compete with an unmanned aircraft system.” Teams that are competing at EAA

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AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 include: • Creekview Aeronautics Team (Canton, Georgia) • Redstone Composite Squadron (Huntsville, Alabama) • The Flying Nuggets (Decatur, Georgia) • Ryken Flying Knights (Leonardtown, Maryland) • McIntosh Aeronautics (Peachtree City, Georgia) • Sato Drone Team Quad-dragons ( Long Beach, CA) • Midtown Drone Team (Atlanta, Georgia) • Some Assembly Required (Mount Airy, Maryland) The competition will take place on July 28-29 near the southwest corner of

Camp Scholler. The top teams from the national level will be recognized during Friday’s afternoon air show. Teams in first, second, and third place will receive Skydio products and scholarship awards funded by the AMA Foundation and Skydio. The first national competition held at EAA AirVenture 2021 concluded with Some Assembly Required of Rockville, Maryland, winning the championship. Second place was McIntosh Aeronautics of Peachtree City, Georgia, and third place was Creekview High School Aeronautics of Canton, Georgia. UAS4STEM is a competition that allows kids to see different career opportunities to pursue in the UAS and other aviation industries. UAS4STEM is a pro-

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A scratch-built re-creation of a Curtiss JN, commonly known as the “Jenny,” is coming to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this summer, thanks to the hard work of volunteers in Poplar Grove, Illinois. While first thought of by Don Perry, EAA 672221, eventually 22 people worked together to complete this Jenny, investing five years, 22,000 hours, and

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using an original OX-5 engine. More information about this exciting new build can be found in the upcoming August 2022 edition of EAA Sport Aviation. Meanwhile, if you’re going to AirVenture July 25-31, look for Jenny! Look for Jenny (a re-creation of a Curtiss JN) at AirVenture July 25-31. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

LEARN TO FLY CENTER EXPANDS OFFERINGS EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH 2022

The EAA Learn to Fly Center is the primary location at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 for information about learning to fly. The venue has expanded this year to provide an even more valuable experience. The center will be located at the Four Corners in the middle of the AirVenture grounds. Operating hours are Monday, July 25, to Sunday, July 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The EAA Learn to Fly Center will feature multiple stations, each dedicated to helping individuals take a step forward in their desire to learn to fly. Certified flight instructors (CFIs), experienced pilots, and those fresh out of flight training will be on hand to help answer any questions about the flight training process.

New features in 2022 include: • Daily forums at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 12:45 p.m. • Topics include tips for passing your checkride, saving time and money in flight training, FAA medical certification, overcoming obstacles in your training, leveraging flight simulators, and more. • Redbird Flight Training Devices, with the opportunity to take a flight lesson with a certified flight instructor • At-home flight simulators equipped with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and Honeycomb Aeronautical flight simulator controls. • Young Eagles 30th Anniversary Exhibit • Young Eagles Mustang Raffle

Returning to the Learn to Fly Center will be: • Locater to find a flight school and/or FAA aviation medical examiner • Information on EAA’s Learn to Fly programs and resources • Student pilot certificate registration station Volunteers are still needed for the Learn to Fly Center. Whether you are an experienced CFI, low-time private pilot, or brand-new student, your skills are appreciated at the Learn to Fly Center. Those interested in volunteering can sign up online at eaa.org or directly at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e 4fafad2ba57-learn1.

The Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight is returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on Friday, July 29, as a way to honor veterans during EAA’s 2022 fly-in convention at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. EAA is collaborating with Old Glory Honor Flight and American Airlines to coordinate this event for the first time since 2019. Veterans from the Vietnam War will be honored as they travel to Washington D.C. to tour war memorials at no cost to them. The veterans will return to Oshkosh at the conclusion of the Friday afternoon air show and thousands of people will welcome them back home and give them the recognition they deserve. “The Honor Flight is traditionally one of the most emotional and poignant events of AirVenture week,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programming. “We are proud to produce an event that honors what Vietnam veterans did for this country and be able to provide them an expe-

rience of a lifetime.” American Airlines is donating the use of its Flagship Valor Airbus A321 aircraft for the flight, which is specially painted to recognize Medal of Honor recipients. The Honor Flight is flown by an all-volunteer crew of American Airlines pilots and cabin attendants. “We’re tremendously proud to be a part of this very special mission by providing Flagship Valor to get these heroes to Washington D.C.,” said Randy Stillinger, manager of military and veterans initiatives for American Airlines. “With the help of our crew members, who have volunteered to fly this mission, we will recognize the service and sacrifice of these veterans by bringing them to the monuments built in their honor. Their brave actions allow us to fly freely all around the world, so this is the least we could do for them.” This is the eighth year that the Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight has origi-

nated at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh under the auspices of Old Glory Honor Flight of Appleton, Wisconsin. That non-profit organization has organized dozens of Honor Flights since 2009 with a dedicated group of volunteers. Those flights have included special flights to Pearl Harbor and to Vietnam. “Each Old Glory Honor Flight mission is a special occasion, but the ability to be a part of EAA AirVenture for the first time since 2019 is a major part of this year’s activities,” said Diane MacDonald, the executive director of Old Glory Honor Flight. “Honoring our local Vietnam veterans out of EAA AirVenture is such a highlight; being witness to the enthusiasm, respect, and appreciation from the world’s aviation enthusiasts when the flight returns to Oshkosh is such an incredible sight to see and it means the world to the men and women who get to experience it.” Old Glory Honor Flight will be invit-

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The Learn to Fly Center at EAA AirVenture is expanding this year and offers visitors an opportunity to ask questions about the process of learning to fly. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

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The Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight is returning to EAA AirVenture on Friday, July 29, as a way to honor veterans. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

ing veterans who are currently on their waitlist. If you’d like to learn more about Old Glory Honor Flight or donate to the organization, visit the organization’s web site, https://www.oldgloryhonorflight.org. Also, more information is available at eaa.org and a brief video is offered at https://www.eaa.org/airventure/eaa-airventure-news-and-multimedia/eaa-airventure-news/eaa-airventure-oshkosh/20226-08-yellow-ribbon-honor-flight.

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The 40th anniversary of the ultralight vehicle and Part 103 will be celebrated this summer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 103, which put regulations on ultralight vehicles effective October 4, 1982, marked the beginning of ultralights as we know them today. These regulations include operating rules, the definition of what qualifies as an ultralight, and more. Ultralights are known for their light weight, affordability, and as a fun way to fly. Some of the iconic ultralight vehicles that are celebrating their 40th anniversaries this year at AirVenture include the CGS Hawk, Fisher FP101, Phantom, Hiperlight, and B1-RD. EAA founder Paul Poberezny once said, “Freedom is what EAA is all about… Freedom to create and build… to dream… to fly.” Part 103 created a sense of freedom to fly for those that always wanted to but

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The 40th anniversary of the ultralight vehicle and Part 103 will be celebrated at EAA AirVenture. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

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could not afford to. Not very often do people who love aviation celebrate federal aviation regulations, but this one allowed for many ultralight pilots to enjoy recreational flying without some of the restrictions and certification that comes with other forms of aviation. Development of innovative designs, materials, and construction technologies within the last 40 years has allowed more and more people to take part in ultralight flying. Emerging technologies, such as eVTOL aircraft, may also benefit from Part 103, as many may fall under the various regulations required of an ultralight, such as gross weight and cruise speed. Learn more at eaa.org and see a brief video at https://www.eaa.org/airventure/eaa-airventure-news-and-multimedia/eaa-airventurenews/eaa-airventure-oshkosh/2022-06-02ultralight-40th-anniversary-at-airventure-22.

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Public Benefit Flying Day is scheduled for Friday, July 29, during the week of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022. The day recognizes those who volunteer to fly as a way to give back to the community. Whether that is in healthcare to get treatment at a hospital in another state or to help a veteran get home, these flights are examples of how aviation is a positive enhancement to our society every day. Volunteer flying is not a new activity within the aviation industry. Each year thousands of volunteer pilots provide

free flights for health, compassion, and community service. The pilots donate their time, skills, and all flight expenses for a variety of humanitarian purposes. EAA is working with Air Care Alliance (ACA) to raise visibility for public flying and to promote pilot volunteerism by honoring this special day at AirVenture. ACA is an umbrella group that promotes, supports, and represents public benefit flying and is composed of more than 50 volunteer pilot organizations nationwide that form an impactful and inspiring use of service through aviation.

ACA members such as the Angel Flight organizations, Pilots N Paws, Operation Airdrop, SouthWings and STEM Flights, provide access to distant medical care, relocate endangered animals, assist with disaster relief efforts, provide conservation support, and much more. To remember and honor the selfless acts of these pilots and organizations by putting others before them, EAA’s Public Benefit Flying Day honors those who participate in any type of public benefit flying. Volunteer pilots should meet in

the Vintage HQ area at 10 a.m. on Friday for a group photo. Participants who are affiliated with a public benefit flying organization are encouraged to wear their organization’s shirts for the group photo. As a benefit to those who are interested in Public Benefit Flying Day, preferred seating at Theater in the Woods for that evening’s programs is being offered for people that arrive wearing their public benefit flying shirts. Learn more at the EAA website, www.eaa.org.

Military demonstration teams, jetliners, and unique aircraft of all types will be part of the weeklong aerial display lineup at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 25-31. The 69th edition of EAA’s fly-in convention will be held at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “This year at Oshkosh is unique with the number of special aerial events, ranging from military demo teams to displays to airliners and anniversary formations by homebuilt aircraft,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programming. “Every day at AirVenture has features during the afternoon air shows that make the week

unforgettable, along with the unexpected surprises that create only-at-Oshkosh moments.” Among this year’s scheduled aerial demonstrations are: Military Participation • U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey demo team (July 30-31) • U.S. Air Force C-17 aerial demo (July 28, 30, and 31) • U.S. Air Force U-2 profile (July 27) • U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (July 25) • U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight with F-35 and vintage warbirds (July 26-28, 30-31)

• U.S. Navy Legacy Flight with EA18G Growler and/or F-35C plus vintage warbirds (July 27-31) • U.S. Navy E-2D Hawkeye demo (July 29, 31) Other Aerial Demonstrations • Delta Airlines A330-900 (July 26) • United Airlines Boeing 777 demo (July 26) • Flight of the Grumman ‘Cats (July 27, 29) • Van’s RV 50th anniversary formations (July 25) • Airbus Perlan II and Grob Egrett (July 26) • Ampaire Electric EEL and Lift

Aviation Hexa (July 26) Additional demonstrations are expected to be added as well. EAA AirVenture afternoon air shows begin at approximately 2:30 p.m. July 25-30 and 1 p.m. on July 31. Night air shows on July 27 and 30 begin at approximately 8 p.m. Learn more at EAA’w website, eaa.org and watch a video about the drone flights at https://www.eaa.org/air venture/eaa-airventure-news-and-multimedia/eaa-airventure-news/eaa-airventure-oshkosh/flight-demo-highlights-airshows-at-eaa-airventure.

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It has been said that the only voluntary act in aviation is the decision to take-off. Every action after take-off involves the skillful management of risk, the enjoyment of flight and a continuous stream of decisions that result in a safe landing. In 1974, NASA created the Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) to allow aviation professionals to share experiences in a frank, non-punitive manner. The ASRS structure allows pilots and other aviation professionals to file an anonymous report of an incident, error or occurrence that the contributor feels might be of value to others. These reports are gathered, analyzed and data based by NASA experts and made available to all interested parties as a tool for creating pro-active aviation safety programs. Additionally, NASA distributes an electronic publication, CALLBACK, which contains selected, de-identified, reports on a free subscription basis. In Flight USA is proud to reprint selected reports, exerted from CALLBACK, for our readers to read, study, occasionally laugh at, and always learn from. Visit http://asrs.arc.nasa.gov/ to learn how you can participate in the ASRS program.

What goes through your mind when you hear the words, “Controller Training in Progress?” Perhaps you raise your guard a little, or you’re more assured knowing that an Instructor is in the background always monitoring the Trainee’s performance. Whatever your bias, Controllers are humans also, and whether Trainee, Instructor, Controller in Charge (CIC), or Front Line Manager (FLM), Controllers do make mistakes like everyone else. Complacency can occur when a Trainee is trusted and performing well. Losing focus or distractions may then lead to the Instructor not catching a Trainee error. A fine line also exists between letting a Trainee learn from trial and error versus the Instructor taking over to ensure safety or mitigate further risk. Human Factors abound, judgment is key, and the question of how far to let a Trainee proceed before intervening is ultimately an Instructor’s subjective decision. This month, CallBack presents Controller-reported incidents revealing typical problems that occurred at multiple levels while Controller training was in progress. Observe the environments, note the problems’ practical natures, and enjoy the resolutions and authentic observations.

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A Tower Controller Trainee gave instructions to a fighter aircraft [Aircraft

CONTROLLER TRAINING F] and to a single engine high wing aircraft [Aircraft S] in the pattern. Mistakes were made, but lessons were learned. • Both planes were staying in the pattern. Aircraft S requested Runway X and Aircraft F requested [Runway] Y. Aircraft S departed first, and I put him in left traffic to avoid the departure of Aircraft F. When Aircraft F departed, I put him in right traffic, at the time initially thinking that if I put him in left traffic, he would quickly catch up to Aircraft S and become an issue. I called traffic to Aircraft F about Aircraft S, but he did not have him in sight and asked the order to the field… I told him he would be number 1 to the field with both aircraft about midfield downwind at this point and Aircraft F 500 feet above Aircraft S. I then called traffic to Aircraft S about Aircraft F, and he had him in sight. I gave Aircraft F clearance for the option at this point on Runway Y and then to give a little more spacing, I told Aircraft S to extend his downwind and that I would call his base for Runway X. As Aircraft F was descending and turning base, he flew toward Aircraft S, who was extending downwind… Aircraft S maneuvered to the left to avoid him, and Aircraft F told me he was going around. After the incident, I talked to a fellow Certified Professional Controller (CPC) and FLM and found a few things I could have done better… Putting Aircraft F in left traffic would have been the better

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option rather than right [traffic], which caused the planes to be going nose to nose toward each other. Also, when Aircraft S had traffic in sight, I should have told him to maintain visual separation. I also should have changed the sequence and extended Aircraft F’s downwind while I let Aircraft S make a short approach and come in number 1 to keep Aircraft F on the outside of Aircraft S’s flight path. I also learned more about the characteristics of Aircraft F, such as its speed in the pattern and how it descends and makes a… rounded turn from downwind to final rather than squared turns.

Taming Winds and Pilots

Strong winds and pilot-delayed turns created a problem for this TRACON Controller Trainee while vectoring a small aircraft for approach. • The aircraft… was being vectored for an ILS approach. The weather was marginal and apparently had some very strong winds aloft, as the aircraft kept flying off course when given any heading. The initial heading of 115 [degrees] looked like a 125 heading. I gave him a 115 [degree] heading down to 1,800 feet for the ILS approach, but when I saw that he was heading toward the higher Minimum Vectoring Altitudes (MVAs), I asked him to turn 10 degrees left. The pilot asked if I was painting any weather,

but I didn’t see anything and I told him that. I also told him to advise if he wanted to deviate for weather… The weather was clearing up, and the winds were calm enough for an approach. Since he kept getting blown off course toward the shoreline and away from the water, I asked him if he’d like an instrument or visual approach instead. He said that he had the shoreline in sight, so the visual approach might work. As he got closer to the field, I noticed that he looked like he was heading 145 [degrees], even closer to the MVA… I told him to turn left heading 090, but he delayed his response, much like he’d been doing the whole time. He flew out of the 1,500-foot MVA and into the 2,100-foot MVA, and I issued a safety alert and again told him to turn left heading 090 and to climb to 2,100 feet. After what felt like forever, he finally turned left heading 090 and climbed to 2,100 feet. I then safely vectored him for an ILS approach. Throughout the conversation there were major delays in the pilot’s responses, and…that made a big difference. I could have sharply turned him much earlier though, and had I done that, I believe that this would not have happened… He was such a small aircraft and was being so greatly affected by the winds… It was a good learning experience. I know that pilots are quite busy, and he was probaContinued on Page 40

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POPULAR DEMAND, TRUCKEE-TAHOE AIR SHOW RETURNS!

It’s time to head to the Truckee Tahoe Airport again to participate in what’s come to be known as the most family-friendly event in the region – The Truckee Tahoe Air Show & Family Festival! Back by popular demand, event gates open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, in what promises to be a day filled with performances in the sky, military and experimental aircraft on static display, a STEM Expo, Family Festival, and so much more! Free admission. Free parking. Attendees are invited to enjoy the Truckee Grocery Outlet STEM Expo, KidZone Museum’s Family Festival, static aircraft displays, food and retail vendors, the SafeLaunch Cessna 182 plane to paint, and simply walking the airport’s ramp. The opening ceremony kicks off at 10 a.m. with Truckee’s own Mountain Belles performing the national anthem. Aerobatic performers will take to the sky around 10:30 a.m. and then again at 1:30 p.m. for two mesmerizing performances with each segment culminating with a drone aerial display. At 12 noon stop by the airport terminal boardroom to listen to a free presentation by Col. Bud Anderson. The last living World War II

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Continued from Page 39 bly fighting the winds more than he knew. I discussed the matter with my Air Traffic Manager, who was CIC at the time.

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This CPC encountered several realworld situational problems and assessed them after the fact but was unaware that the Trainee had placed an aircraft in jeopardy. • The aircraft entered an MVA of 10,500 feet while at 10,000 feet. I, as [Front Line Manager], was conducting training on Approach Control, and a standalone CIC was present. We had recently implemented STARS [new radar software], and I was sitting on the “B” scope adjacent to the “A” scope, where training was being conducted. I was making new preference settings, watching from the “B” scope,…familiarizing myself with some of the STARS features, and suggesting alternate courses of action to the Trainee regarding the expected arrival traffic. The Trainee issued a 30-degree left turn, which is a routine clearance for this aircraft and has always been safe because the 10,500-foot MVA had not

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Triple Ace Fighter Pilot, Anderson celebrated his 100th birthday this past January. Seating is limited and is available on a first-come-first-serve basis, so be sure to arrive early. Making her Truckee Tahoe Air Show debut this year is California native Vicky Benzing, flying a 1940 Boeing Stearman. The Stearman was formerly used for military training, so Vicky will be piloting in the backseat! After earning a doctorate in chemistry from UC Berkeley, she went on to become an accomplished pilot, skydiver, aerobatic performer, and air racer. In 2015, Benzing earned the title of “Fastest Woman Racer” ever in the history of the Reno Air Races when she qualified an Aero Vodochody jet on the racecourse at 469.831 mph. Ukrainian-born and raised Anna “Sky Dancer” Serbinenko joins the show’s line-up once again, and this year she’s dedicating her 2022 Air Show circuit to supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Anna spent several years living in Switzerland, Germany, and Brazil before moving to Canada in 2008 where she opened and still operates the Canadian Flight Centre. In addition to

holding a doctorate in financial mathematics, she’s an extraordinary aerobatic performer in her Super Decathlon. Bob Freeman with Freeman Airshows started flying in 1972 and has been doing aerobatics since 1981. He will take to the sky in his Extra 330SC – N330RF, a converted Red Bull Racer aircraft. Freeman is a member of the U.S. Unlimited Aerobatic Team and has flown in three world championships, placing fourth in Slovenia in 2002. The RenegadeAVR8R Jet Show performance will feature David Costa in a Polish, TS-11 ISKRA military jet. Costa plans to reach a speed well over 400 mph, so don’t blink! Come see this spark in the sky! (ISKRA is Polish for “spark.”) Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Rich Perkins, a former U-2 pilot who is internationally known and is a favorite at air shows around the country, will perform in his Marchetti SF-260. This aircraft is an Italian-built fighter plane that flies at 270 mph! It has a side-by-side seating arrangement, dual stick controls and is FAA certified to +6/-3 G’s. It’s the ultimate aerobatic training aircraft.

come into play for this aircraft prior to this event. Unfortunately, the aircraft was south of its normal route, hence, closer to the 10,500-foot MVA. I heard the Trainee issue the climb but thought it was so he could tunnel a medevac aircraft underneath him. The Minimum Safe Altitude Warning (MSAW) did not activate, and I was unaware that the aircraft entered the MVA too low. The Trainee Controller’s shift ended, and after he left work, he called me back and advised me of the situation. That’s when I became aware of it and filed a Mandatory Occurrence Report (MOR). I asked the CIC what she remembered, and…she thought the aircraft had been climbed. I reviewed the radar replay, and the aircraft was issued a climb prior to the MVA, but the time was insufficient to clear the MVA. The Trainee was…close to certification, and my attention to detail waned.… At various times, the three Controllers were discussing ATC questions and may have been distracted. I had been on sick leave earlier in the shift, and…it’s possible that my ailments affected the performance of my duties. The Trainee noticed the event at the time but did not advise me or the CIC of the issue. I don’t know why he didn’t speak up. Fear of not getting certified?

Lack of trust? It’s possible that the situation could have been fixed. I asked him later why he didn’t say anything at the time, and he said he didn’t know why. I encouraged him to always say something in the future. The CIC is a new CIC, rated less than 2 weeks. Does an [FLM] in the room mean that others believe everything is under control when it may not be? Reiterate our safety culture to say something when you see it. Again, light traffic and distractions created a trap for three of us to step in.

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Guaranteed Separation

This Controller Trainee perceived a conflict and had a plan for resolution in mind. The Instructor intervened when it became apparent that separation would be inadequate. • I am currently a…Controller in training and was training on radar. I had just taken the position from a previous Controller and saw that Aircraft X was departing off SFF on a heading of 300 [degrees], restricted at or below 3,500 feet (this is a built-in procedure for VFR aircraft coming off SFF). I was briefed that Aircraft Y was cleared on the [Spokane] RNAV Z RWY 21 approach and had been switched to Tower. I recognized that the

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Vicky Benzing will share her life-long passion for flying on July 23 in Truckee in her vintage 1940 450-horsepower open-cockpit, big red biplane! (Courtesy Truckee-Tahoe Airshow)

Anna Serbinenko has officially become one of Truckee’s favorite performers! She is a self-proclaimed Sky Dancer, slowly and precisely “dancing in the sky” in her Super Decathlon (Super D plane). (Courtesy Truckee-Tahoe Airshow)

two aircraft were going to be a conflict and was trying to formulate a solution. Aircraft Y was descending out of…4,500 feet when Aircraft X checked on level at 3,500 feet.… The two aircraft were pointed right at each other approximately 3 miles apart. I knew that aircraft on the RNAV Z RWY 21 approach were allowed to descend to 3,500 [feet], which is the exact altitude that Aircraft X was restricted at. When Aircraft X checked on, I told him, “Altitude, your discretion, proceed on course,” followed by a traffic call. My initial plan was to have Aircraft X climb above the descending Aircraft Y, then issue a northerly heading if necessary. My Instructor keyed over me at that point, gave a traffic alert, and told Aircraft X to fly northbound. Tower then called saying Aircraft Y was responding to a TCAS alert and was coming back to Radar for resequencing. Aircraft X continued on course below Aircraft Y. The session continued without further incident. It was poor control judgment on my part to not issue an immediate turn to Aircraft X and to think that an altitude swap alone was going to resolve the situation. I was slow to see how quickly the situation was developing… Imminent traffic situations can develop very quickly and at any time.

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Kids ages 8-17 should plan to stop by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) building to sign up for a free airplane ride with an EAA volunteer Young Eagles pilot for Sunday, July 24. For some kids, this flight might just change their lives, making them aspire to pursue an educational and/or career path in aviation. Tickets to the Mountain Hardware and Sports Truckee VIP Hospitality Tent ensure a first-class seat for the air show. The cost of $125 features a catered lunch, beverages including beer and wine, private air-conditioned restrooms, lots of shade, and the chance to mingle with air show performers. Tickets for children twelve and under are $50 and can be purchased online at TruckeeTahoeAir Show.com. Guests can also stop by to talk to United States Navy Lt. Calli Zimmerman, who will pilot an F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet to the air show and have it on display for viewing. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Zimmerman spent much time in her childhood visiting the Tahoe/Truckee area and fell in love with aviation after being introduced by her father, who served in the U.S. Air Force. But it was seeing the Blue Angels and Thunderbirds perform at air shows that really inspired her to become a fighter pilot. The SafeLaunch for Healthy Futures/Flights Above Addition program will have an exhibit welcoming youth to paint a “souped-up” Cessna 182, to depict their own dreams for a healthy future on the fuselage of the plane. The program’s founder, Commander Ron “Crazy” Cuff educates young adults and children about addiction and the effects of drugs and alcohol on young adults’ brains in an

The RenegaeAV8R Jet Air Show performance features Pilot David Costa! He is an airshow-thrill performer. (Courtesy Truckee-Tahoe Airshow)

effort to “prevent teen exposure to alcohol and other drugs that lead to the disease of addiction.” The Air Show & Family Festival is a free event that is produced by volunteers from the Experimental Aircraft Association local chapter 1073, Truckee Optimist Club, and KidZone Museum. The culmination of tireless efforts by volunteers with a mission to foster the future of aviation, the show represents a unique way for residents and visitors alike to connect with the airport. The Truckee Tahoe Airport District generously supports the Air Show & Family Festival. Pets are not permitted. Ride a bike and park in the expanded bike corral! For additional information, visit: TruckeeTahoeAirShow.com A special thank you to our 2022 sponsors: Truckee Tahoe Airport District, Western Aircraft, AV Fuel, Mountain Lion Aviation, Sierra Aero, GaryAir Taxi, Brandley Engineering, Mountain Hardware and Sports Truckee, Truckee Grocery Outlet, Martis Camp Club, Cirrus, Hampton Inn & Suites TahoeTruckee, Tahoe Forest Health System, and Soaring Ranch. Learn more about the free TruckeeTahoe Airshow, slated for Saturday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at www.TruckeeTahoeAirShow.com.

SUMMER INTERNS DESCEND TEXTRON AVIATION

Memorial Day in the U.S. traditionally kicks off summer activities, including Textron Aviation’s robust annual summer internship program. During the first week of June, interns from around the country met for orientation as they embarked on a new career at Textron Aviation. Between the organized college and high school programs, the company is hosting nearly 500 interns for two months of learning across all business areas.

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SUCCESSFUL PYLON RACING SEMINAR PROMISES EXCITING RENO AIR RACES July 2022

Pylon Racing Seminar, known as PRS, has been a hallmark of the Reno Air Racing Association since the 1990’s. It’s where rookies go to get certified for the STIHL National Championship Air Races and certified racers go to hone their skills each year. This year’s event, held last month, was a huge success, with a record-breaking 28 students receiving their new certification to participate in the 58th STIHL National Championship Air Races Sept. 14-18 in Reno! This includes the Unlimited Class, which had the largest turnout with ten participants overall, and added three new certified racers for September. One of the three, Robert “R.T.” Dickson, owner and pilot of the P51 Mustang “Swamp Fox” was exuberant after his last practice around the pylons. “That is the most incredible thing I have ever done,” said Dickson. “I can see what everyone who has done this means now when they say it’s a lifechanging experience. I can’t wait to do it in September.” Continuing with the exciting news, in addition to the 28 new students, 53 pilots received their renewal certifications. This new PRS student record and high number of renewals shows promising growth for the races, and means that the 58th STIHL National Championship Air Races are going to be bigger and better than ever! Race organizers said they can’t wait for guests to witness the thrill of the world’s fastest motorsport this September. See you at the races!

2022 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Every year during PRS in June, the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) celebrates its many volunteers by holding the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Due to unfortunate world events, they hadn’t been able to hold this special dinner since 2019. This year marked a return to form, as

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RT Dickson brought his P-51 Mustang Swamp Fox all the way from the East coast. Having received his certification, he will be bringing his airplane back for some real air racing. (Anthony Taylor) they were able to host a successful dinner to honor their volunteers for the first time in three years. “Volunteers are the lifeblood of our event and we couldn’t hold this event without them. As part of the celebration we present the Volunteer of the Year awards, where we honor those who went above and beyond in volunteering the previous year. With more than 1,000 volunteers chipping in annually, it’s always tough to narrow it down to a few,” said RARA officials, but this year the following individuals received the award:

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Designed by pilots, for pilots, players collect their hand of virtual cards following a Seven Card Stud inspired format. Check-in at different airports around the U.S. and earn a new card at each check-in for a chance to win awesome prize packages! The AOPA Poker Run National Challenge runs from July 1, 2022 to Sept. 30, 2022. Each participant will earn a new card when they check in at public-use airports using the AOPA Pilot Passport program built into the AOPA App (AOPA App version 2.6 or higher is required to play). Cards can be earned between July 1 and Sept. 30, 2022 and playing hands must have all seven cards to be eligible. Winners will be selected and announced on or before Oct 6, 2022. Playing cards are issued just like other Pilot Passport badges. A participant can earn more than one card per day, but the airports visited must be different, even when checking-in on different days. Once a player has all seven

cards in their hand, the Pilot Passport system will automatically choose the best five cards that will become the player’s final hand. Read the full rules online at https://www.aopa.org//media/Files/AOPA /Home/Travel/Aopa-App/PokerRun/ FINAL_Poker-Run-Rules-06022022.pdf. Prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place participants with the best hands – and there’s a consolation prize for the worst hand, too! Prize 1: Bose A20 Headset + AOPA Prize Pack* Prize 2: 2021 D2 Air Garmin Watch + AOPA Prize Pack* Prize 3: $250 Randolph® Gift Card + AOPA Prize Pack* Consolation Prize: AOPA Prize Pack* *1 year iFlightPlanner Premium access, 1 year AOPA Membership with PPS Plus, $100 AOPA Pilot Gear Gift Certificate. Read more about it on the AOPA website or directly at https://www.aopa . o rg / t r a v e l / a o p a - a p p / p i l o t - p a s s port/poker-run-challenge.

GlobalAir.com, an industry leader for business and general aviation information online, is announcing a top-tobottom redesign and overhaul of its Airport Resource Center. More than 325,000 people use GlobalAir.com each month. The Airport Resource Center helps them locate accurate aviation fuel prices, FBO and aviation

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Curtis Lemieux is at the helm of his successful family-owned and operated business of Econo Lumber and Econo Timber Mart in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Econo Lumber and Econo Timber are one-stop locations for a wide array of building and home improvement project needs. They carry a wide variety of quality and economical building supplies, power tools and home renovation products. Since 1971, the business has undergone three major expansions, growing from the original 1,130 square feet to today’s 40,000 square feet on 10 acres. Prince Albert is the third-largest city in Saskatchewan after Saskatoon and Regina. It’s situated near the center of the province on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. The city is known as the “Gateway to the North” because it is the large major center along the route to the resources in northern Saskatchewan, which borders on Montana and North Dakota. Lemieux recently completely renovated his 70-foot by 70-foot hangar at Prince Albert Airport Glass Field. It’s there that his Cessna Citation C510 Mustang makes its home and where Lemieux can depart on his plane for pleasure and business, or just hang back and enjoy what he describes as his fully decorated and furnished mancave. The renovation entailed ordering two Schweiss Doors hydraulic doors.

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The larger of these doors measures 54 feet by 16 feet, 9 inches. It has four windows to take advantage of available light. The smaller adjacent door measures 13 feet, 3 inches by 8 feet, 11 inches and is used for a storage area and where both hydraulic pumps are located, out of view. Both doors are equipped with remote openers. Lemieux decided on the Schweiss hydraulic door style because it was going to be mounted on an existing building and he needed the extra clearance for the tail of his Citation C510 Mustang. “It’s a beautiful door,” Lemieux says. “Even if I didn’t need the height, I prefer the mechanical simplicity of the hydraulic door. The quality of the door is excellent. I spray-foamed the inside of the door and put a white metal liner on the inside. Since the door was installed, I’ve had zero issues with it. The people at Schweiss were very helpful and very good to deal with. I had a little bit of damage, probably caused by a forklift, that required a small repair. They were excellent and looked out for the cost of the repair.” The door was installed by Pineland Metal of Prince Albert. Lemieux says they did an excellent job despite not having installed a Schweiss hydraulic onepiece door before. Pineland Metal had installed other bifold hangar doors. “I’ve been flying since I was 16years-old, 41 years ago, and have now

been flying my Cessna Citation C510 Mustang for the past three years,” Lemieux says. “I actually had my pilot’s license before I got my driver’s license.” The interior of the “mancave” hangar is decked out with a pilot’s lounge, a unique photo wall and a bathroom. Lemieux says he first learned about Schweiss Doors from a friend from Ontario, who had purchased Schweiss doors. “We were at the NBAA (National Business Aviation Association Convention & Exhibition) in Orlando where we visited the booth and met the owner, Mike Schweiss,” Lemieux says. “My friend told me Schweiss was the only way to go, so I didn’t look at any other door companies when it came to choosing a hangar door.” NBAA is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful. Schweiss Doors is the premier manufacturer of hydraulic and bifold liftstrap doors. Doors are custom made to any size for any type of new or existing building for architects and builders determined to do amazing things with their buildings, including the doors. Schweiss also offers a cable-to-liftstrap conversion package. For more information, visit www.bifold.com.

Curtis Lemieux, pilot and business owner at Econo Lumber in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, recently renovated his hangar at Prince Albert Airport Glass Field with two Schweiss Doors hydraulic doors. The entrance to the front of the 70foot by 70-foot hangar has a backlit model of Lemieux’s Cessna Citation C510 Mustang. (Courtesy Schweiss Doors)

The inside of the hangar is a pilot’s dream. This bright and shiny hangar looks like it was specifically designed for Lemieux’s Cessna Citation C510 Mustang. (Courtesy Schweiss Doors)

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Continued from Page 44 dispatchers alike will love this.” Launched 20 years ago, the innovative Airport Resource Center has helped pilots and flight departments make better decisions about flight routes and to save money on aircraft fuel.

New features in the GlobalAir.com Airport Resource Center

Among the new features added to the site is targeted mapping, which zooms in at ground level on precise locations of FBOs, a tremendous tool for dispatchers and flight departments. This helps better find your way around an airport on the ground when signage might not be clear or up to date. The overall layout is faster and more intuitive, with an entirely new look and feel that better reflects the overall

GlobalAir.com branding. “We built this with dispatchers in mind,” Carrithers said. “Of all the options out there, ours is the most up to date and most robust. We have been ahead of the curve for more than two decades and we will continue to be so in the years to come.” Also new to the Airport Resource Center is a tab for users to find local attractions near an airport. “In our research, we heard from a lot of pilots who wanted the ability to find nearby attractions they could visit during the periods they might be waiting to fly a client,” Carrithers said. Relevant news articles about airports and FBOs, produced by the GlobalAir.com aviation news team, can now be found on the Airport Resource Center main page. Users now have the ability to comment on and review FBOs, and FBOs are able to respond to comments. The site was updated in 2021 so FBOs

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In addition to the new features on the site, many of the existing tools and features have been enhanced, updated and improved. The Flight Time Calculator, which helps pilots and flight crews determine the time and distance between legs on their flights, has been revamped. The tab on airports offering nearby restaurant, hotel and golf course information has been updated, along with the mapping of FBOs, with pinpoints directly over the FBO facilities so pilots and other users can find them more easily. The directory of aviation businesses

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One of the truly great things about being an aviation buff is the number of “Goodies and Gadgets” available to play with. Here In Flight USA has collected a few new ones worthy of your consideration.

Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. has been the supplier that aircraft builders, owners, pilots, and aviation businesses have depended on since 1965. They carry a wide selection of aircraft parts, building materials, avionics, and pilot supplies, all of which are offered on their website (www.aircraftspruce.com) and in the famous Aircraft Spruce catalog, now over 1,000-pages available for download or for free in print. You can depend on Aircraft Spruce for prompt shipping and competitive pricing on all orders.

Summer is a great time for recreational flying and also for AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Aircraft Spruce will there! No matter where you’re headed this summer, even just to your local airport to spruce-up your aircraft, Aircraft Spruce has what you need and want to make your adventure smooth!

Automatic Logbooks with the Phoenix P200 Aircraft Monitor

When used with an Airbly P200 Aircraft Monitor, this crew tracker allows you to assign to each of your pilots and they will be added to the flight logs automatically when they are on board. All packages include one year of service. Additional years subject to new subscription fee. Services: • Location tracking allows you to always know where your aircraft is and where it has been. • Automatic logbook generation cre ates a detailed log of each flight. • Maintenance tracking ensures your aircraft is maintained and airworthy. • Notifications alert you to mainte nance or usage that may require your attention. • Reports summarize the usage of an aircraft. • SOS features lets other know there is a problem. • Simple API makes integration with other systems possible. Automatic Logbook: The Phoenix monitors every aircraft flight and automatically reports usage over satellite as the plane flies. Every logbook includes time, date, departure airport, arrival airport, air time (Time in Service), flight time (engine time) and cycles (landings). It also collects the nearest METAR and TAF and stores it as part of the logbook entry. Learn more about the vast capabilities of the Phoenix P200 at Aircraft Spruce (www.aircraftspruce.com). This

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unit varies in price depending on base package choices of lite, basic or unlimited and tracking and ADS-B selections, including no tracking, ADS-B tracking, satellite tracking and satellite and ADS-B tracking. Prices start at $458 and range up to $926.

Flight Outfitters Bush Pilot Dopp Kit FO-Dopp

The Bush Pilot Dopp Kit was designed for anyone with an adventurous spirit, and is equally functional and stylish enough to use in your bathroom at the Ritz-Carlton or to hang from a wing strut while camping. Features: • Rugged exterior fabric • Leather strap enclosure doubles as a hanging loop • Two mesh pockets for organizing small items • Easy clean interior • Large central storage cavity The Bush Pilot kit sells for $49.95.

RAM Tab-Tite With Kneeboard Mount For iPad Mini Series

Get the most out of your tablet with the RAM Tab-Tite spring-loaded, quick-release holder with the RAM SnapLink Rotating Kneeboard Mount. This holder will support nearly any 8-inch tablet including the iPad mini 6, and all previous iPad mini models, with or without a thin case. This spring-loaded design makes it easy to load and unload your tablet, along with keeping it secure while on the go. Cup ends are designed to optimize the functionality of your tablet, allowing access to audio jacks, USB, power, and

other ports, your tablet can be used just as it was intended. The side of the iPad mini 6 remains exposed for connecting the Apple Pencil. For pilots who like to have the iPad on their knee during flight, this solution will keep your device secured whether viewing in portrait or landscape mode, with the optional RAM Snap-Link ball adapter that lets you angle your tablet to eliminate sun glare. Included is a set of four nuts and bolts to connect the cradle to any RAM components or mounts that contain the universal AMPS hole pattern. The RAM Tab-Tite kneeboard mount sells for $47.99.

Rope Chocks Lightweight Aircraft Chock Set Of Two With Mesh Bag

Rope Chocks’ patentpending design prevents vehicles, trailers, aircraft, equipment or anything with small to medium-sized tires/wheels from moving or rolling due to environmental conditions, uneven surfaces or bumps. Ideal for business, commercial, cargo and military aircraft. Features include: • Designed for small-to-mediumsized aircraft • Lightweight, each Rope Chock weighs 1.5 lbs. • Easy storage and handling • Safe and non-marking construction. Won’t damage aircraft interiors or exteriors like block-style chocks • No rattling around while on ground or in the air. • Impact-absorbing, lightweight polypropylene • Weather and abrasion resistant • Resistant to fuels, oils, and lubricants • Eliminates Foreign Object Damage (FOD) • Easy to install • High-visibility color scheme Each set, with the mesh bag, sells for $79.50 each.

Camguard Aviation Oil Additive

ASL Cam Guard is a comprehensive additive package formulated to supplement specific functions in a wide variety of motor oils. It was designed to dramatically improve the performance of all mineral based, semi-synthetic and fully synthetic motor oils in the areas of corrosion protection, wear reduction, and seal protection. Camguard is an advanced oil supplement designed to give regular engine oil what it needs to protect and lubricate any engine. Camguard is a synergistic blend of advanced oil additives from all over the world, designed to reduce wear, curb deposit formation and more importantly protect engines against rust and corrosion. It contains multiple corrosion inhibitors for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. A combination of ashless anti-wear compounds, anti-oxidants designed to reduce carbon deposits and special seal conditioners to prevent oil weeping. Camguard is FAA accepted and approved for use in piston engine aircraft oils meeting SAE-1899 standards. Camguard is compatible with piston aircraft oils, passenger car motor oils, most marine oils, and heavy-duty diesel oils. Camguard sells for $27.50 per pint or is available in a four-pint case ($103.95), 12-pint case ($309.95) or in a gallon-jug for $226.95. Be sure to look for Aircraft Spruce at EAA AirVenture (eaa.org) in Oshkosh, Wisconsin from July 25-31 and at the NBAA (nbaa.org) convention in Las Vegas Oct. 18-20. If you fly, repair, restore or build aircraft the Aircraft Spruce catalog, fully illustrated with more than 100,000 products for certificated, experimental and ultralight aircraft, is for you. Get yours (free in the U.S.) at www.aircraft spruce.com

HME WATCH COMPANY OFFERING SUPER SUMMER SAVINGS

July 2022

HME Watch Company is offering special pricing to celebrate the summer season with lower prices on the HMEWatch brand of watches as well as the Pulsar “Tech-Gear” pilot model. The HMEWatch ATC models are high quality, all analog Chronograph watches specifically design by pilots for pilots. They offer a E6B Calculator Bezel, a Chronograph, Date window, Sweep Secondhand Subdial, a 24-hour Subdial, and a 2nd Timezone set to whatever you prefer. The ATC models come in a multitude of color combinations as well as either a high-quality rubber strap or a metal bracelet, all that offer double locking clasps. HME is also offering the Pulsar TechGear Pilot with features like a E6B Calculator, Chronograph, Alarm, Date Window and Dual Timezones. This model comes in an all metal case and bracelet. Normally, this watch sells for $299.95 but HME is offering it at $129.95. Now, here’s the great deal, buy any

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model of the HME Watch ATC and get a Pulsar Pilot watch for just shy of 30 bucks! You can get each Pulsar for $29.90 for each HMEWatch ATC you purchase. Purchases can be made either by calling the folks at HMEWatch (323-464-6660) or going to www.hmewatch.com. How the special is handled online is select whatever ATC model you want and then pick the Pulsar Pilot watch, go to the checkout and when prompted, enter >> InFltUSA << in the discount code box and the discount will be issued. Remember, you need an ATC model in the cart with the Pulsar for the special price to be offered. Make sure you click the box to the left of the “I agree with the terms and conditions” as it can be hard to see. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase a great watch at a great price!

FLYBY EXPANDING WITH TWO NEW TECNAM P-MENTORS

Tecnam announced on June 20 that renowned Spanish academy FlyBy ordered two P-Mentors to expand their fleet capabilities to be added at their current fleet of P2002JF and P2006T twin. The choice of FlyBy is joining and confirming the new philosophy in flight training offered by Tecnam. This fleet expansion will improve the quality of training while limiting its cost for students and better preserving the natural environment. Recent study shows that flight schools operating with Tecnam single- and twin-engine fleet can reduce emissions by up to 60 percent: 10 tons of CO2 for each student by the time they receive their Commercial Pilot License. Learn more about Tecnam’s Sustainable Aviation platform at https://www. tecnam.com/tecnamaircraft-fleet-reduces-flight-schools-co2emissions-by-up-to-60/ . The P-Mentor is the latest design from Tecnam: an IFR single engine two-seat, a simple and sustainable solution to guide student pilots from their first flight up to Instrument Rating, all in one two-seater single-piston aircraft: IFR; PBN, RNAV; Variable Pitch, Autopilot, Simulated Retractable Gear Control; and BRS. The entire training syllabus with unprecedented fuel consumption and emissions further enhance the renowned profitability of Tecnam-made fleet.

For the first time ever, the extremely fuel-efficient and low-emissions Rotax 912iSc becomes the foundation of a full IFR-approved aircraft, coupled with an MT constant speed propeller. Learn more about the P-Mentor on the Tecnam website, https://www.tecnam.com/aircraft/pmentor. “Tecnam’s P-Mentor will allow us to significantly reduce our carbon footprint in IFR training with the added benefit of state-of-the-art instrumentation that will help us propel, even further, into our sustainable double-digit growth,” said Alex Alvarez, FlyBy CEO. “Tecnam has always provided an excellent combination of technical specifications and value for the money. With the P-Mentor, Tecnam has taken a huge leap forward with the addition of an affordable and smart IFR trainer. This will change the entire pilot training industry for IFR training,” said Tecnam’s Chief Sales Officer, Walter Da Costa. FlyBy Aviation Academy is the largest flight school in Spain. Located in Burgos, Spain, FlyBy provides EASA Integrated training designed to be completed in 14 months with a unique allinclusive program that attracts pilot students from 80 different nationalities. Learn more at https://flybyschool.com/ . Learn more about Tecnam at www.tecnam.com.

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1977 Cessna 172N Skyhawk 1955 Beechcraft T-34B Mentor Aspen Flight Display, Garmin 430 GPS, 9000 60 HRS Since Restoration..........$295,000 TTSN, 1600 SMOH, new top, O/H.....$119,950

2005 Cessna T182T Skylane Only 878 hrs since new and 550 hrs SMOH. Garmin 750 GPS, Aspen PFD 1000, 4153 TTSN, Garmin G-1000, looks like new!.....MAKE OFFER 2700 SMOH!.............................................$225,000

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1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk 3958 TTSN, 2060 SFRMAN, Digital IFR. 1979 Cessna 172N Skyhawk Original paint and interior. Annual inspec50 SMOH, 7400 TTSN, new paint/interior and tion expired....................................$84,950 windows, Garmin 430, GPS, NDH......$129,950

1969 Beechcraft 36 2005 Cessna T182T Skylane 995 TTSN, Garmin G1000 glass panel, always hangar-kept, NDH.....................................$399,950

Garmin 530W GPS, S-TEC 60 A/P, 46 STOH, 1912 SMOH..........................$179,950

1940 Phillips Aviation CT-2 Skylark 70 hours since new; one of only two made by 400 SFRMAN 6000 TTSN, Full IFR Garmin panel, the Phillips Screwdriver Co. Hollywood movie A/P................................................$149,950 star airplane in “Falling Angels” film...OFFERS

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Iconic Aircraft Restoration. Repairs, refurbishments, parts fabricated, consulting at reasonable rates. The Wright Experience, (540) 379-9092. 8/21

From Trade-ins to Aircraft Management, financing and appraisals. T.J. Aircraft Sales, Novato, CA, (415) 8985151, tjair.com. 3/13

AirplanesUSA Aircraft Sales, San Carlos, CA, Airport, (650) 394-7610, airplanesusa.com. 1/16

JETS Small Manned Aerial Radar Target, Model 1. Tiny jet aircraft, long-range tank. SMART-1, Tucson, AZ, (202) 2132400, smart-1.us. 5/21

SPORT/ULTRALIGHTS RV12i5. Total performance perfected. Easy to build, fly and own. Van's Aircraft www.vansaircraft.com. 11/18 Innovative aviation parachute recovery solutions for GA, sport, UAVs, more. aviationsafetyresources.com. 11/21

HELICOPTORS & eVTOL 5 Bell 212s 1996-1991, current maintenance, one owner. Bell 412, 33017 SN, 0 engine OH. Hudson Flight Limited, (806) 662-5823, or (971) 241-8473.6/20

Experience the joy of gyro flight. Orbic Helicopters, Camarillo, CA, (805) 389-1070, orbichelicopters.com. 6/22

EXPERIMENTAL BD-10, factory-built demonstrator with airplane safety mods. Airframe 465TT. $275K complete pkg. w/spares. Fuel Fresh, Phoenix, AZ, (480) 345-6677, fuelfresh@aol.com. 12/21

AIRCRAFT SALES AIDS Aviation Sales & Marketing by ABCI. Ideal for a startup or side hustle in the aviation industry. (702) 987-1679 or aviationsalestraining.com/startup. 1/21

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION Sunshine Flyers. Flight & tailwheel instruction, rentals, mountain flying, and aerobatics., Auburn, CA, (530) 820-3442, sunshineflyersaviation@gmail.com. 3/20

Custom aircraft & high-quality composite parts. Aviation Composites, Sandersville, GA, (937) 243-7303. 1/22

FBOs Serving the GA Community since 1981. Wisconsin Aviation, Watertown Municipal Airport, WI, (920) 261-4567, WisconsinAviat2ion.com. 3/13 Corona AirVentures. Low fuel prices, amenities, tie-downs & hangars. Corona Municipal Airport, (951) 7371300, CoronaAirVentures.com. 8/14

AVIONICS Avionics for Every Mission. All major brands. Airtronics, Calaveras County Airport, CA, airtronicsavionics.com, (209) 736-9400. 11/14 Basic installs to complete panel and glass retrofits. Great service and value pricing. Pacific Coast Avionics, (800) 353-0370, PCA.aero. 7/15

FAA-certified repair. Cannon Avionics, Arlington Municipal Airport, WA, (360) 435-0900, cannonavionics.com. 9/20

AIRCRAFT PARTS Keeping "classic" aircraft flying since 1946. Univair Aircraft Corp., Aurora, CO, (888) 433-5433, univair.com. 3/21 Engine baffles for piston engine aircraft. Airforms, (907) 357-8244, airforms.biz. 10/21

PROPELLERS Aviation wood, composite or metal propellers. Sensenich, (813) 752-3711, (717) 569-0435 or sensenich.com. 4/21

FUEL Fuel Cells. Repair, overhaul or new. New tanks with 10-year warranty. Hartwig Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair, hartwigfuelcell.com. 2/09

OXYGEN SUPPLIES

Arizona Type Ratings CE-500/CE-525 type ratings or recurrent. Insurance approved, staff examiner. arizonatyperatings.com, (602) 614-7994. 9309:TFN Seaplane Instruction, ASES ratings, amphibious flight reviews, re-current training. Lake Havasu Seaplanes, Lake Havasu City, AZ, lakehavasuseaplanes. com, (928) 733-7122. 12/20 Recurrent pilot training and services. L/D Aerospace, Grace Passmore, (916) 790-0501, idaerospace.com. 1/22

Fly for fun or career. Discovery flights, pilot training, AOPA Distinguished Flight School & Cessna Pilot Center. Smith Aviation Napa, Napa County Airport, (707) 345-6526, mikesmithaviation.com. 4/22

MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS XL Aviation - Aircraft Maintenance. Custom-tailored programs for all aircraft. Livermore, CA, (925) 961-6135, xlaviationtailwheel.com. 8/20

Tally Ho! Spot any aircraft service. Maintenance, detailing, catering, etc. info@tallyho.aero, tallyho.aero. 12/21

coverage & customer service. Zanette Aircraft Insurance Center, (650) 5933030, (888) 723-3358. 10/06

Insurance solutions for all aviationrelated services. Business Aviation Insurance, bizavins.com, (925) 825-1900.7/20

AVIATION CONSULTANTS Aircraft Sales & Corporate Aircraft Management NAAA-certified appraisals & sales, FDIC & RTC approved. Sterling Air, Carson City, NV, (800) 770-5908, (775) 885-6800, sterling-air.net. 11601:TFN Informed, accurate aircraft appraisals. jetvaluesjeremy.com, (636) 751-3987. 7/20

PILOT SUPPLIES No cheap imitation watches at HME! Special pricing on ATP series multifunctional watches with Altimeter. To order or for information, (323) 464-6660 or hmewatch.com. 11/16

Aircraft Spruce & Specialty. Free 700page catalog, Corona, CA, & Peachtree City, GA, aircraftspruce.com. 10/06 Protective covers for every make, and model, plus insulated engine covers. Bruce's Custom Covers, Morgan Hill, CA, (800) 777-6405, (408) 738-3959, aircraftcovers.com. 10/19

Innovative aviation safety solutions and Parachute Recovery Systems for a variety of aircraft, including for sport, UAVs, more. AviationSafetyResources. com. 2/22 Get ahead of your daily in-flight risks with SAFETYLINQ flight risk assessment. argus.aero/safetylinq. 1/22

AIRCRAFT FINANCING Top Retail for Your Aircraft. Sales, management and financing. USA Aircraft Brokers, (877) 417-3069. 51218:TFN

INSURANCE Specializing in personal, business and charter aircraft. Best price,

HOMES/AIRPARKS The Valley Airport, Cotter, Ark. Homes & lots for sale in scenic airport community on the White River. Unique location for outdoor adventures. Glennis Sharp, thevalleyairport.com, (870) 3210937. 18100:TFN

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See what you are missing with new models from Rosen Sunvisor Systems. rosenvisor.com, (800) 284-7677. 7/20

InPhones with pilot keypad. Convenience & versatility at one low price! Only $199/year. (650) 504-8549, (408) 2340045. 10/21

West Valley Flying Club, San Francisco Bay Area. Palo Alto (650) 856-2030, San Carlos (650) 595-5912, www.wvfc.org.

Apparel as unique as your journey. Discounts to members. AOPA Pilot Gear, aopapilotgear.com. 9/21

The World's Best CREEPER, adjustable-heights. aerocreeper.com. 4/22

AVIATION RESOURCES Emergency services, group trips, consulting services. BizAvJets, Inc., Business Aviation Services, bizavjets. com, (702) 465-2027. 10/20

Make the most of your business aircraft ownership with our Management Services. Thoroughbred Aviation, thoroughbredaviation.com. 10/20 Wherever business takes you. Navigate It. (575)615-2091, vatit.com. 10/21

Divorce-Paternity Cases. Contact Lawyers for Men's Rights, (213) 3848886, www.mensrightslawyers.com. Offices of Stuart J. Faber. 4/10

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Aviation Building Systems, custom designed hangars. R&M Steel Co., Caldwell, ID, (208) 454-1800, aviationbuildingsystem. com, (866) 454-1800. 51217:TFN

Cessna Support Delivered. Become a Cessna Flyer Member now. Join or renew at cessnaflyer.org. 9/20

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Are medications preventing you from flying? Call Dr. Meg Spicer, Doctor of Chiropractic, San Mateo, CA, (650) 513-0797, SpicerChiro.com. 6/21 Left Seat Pilot Medical Solutions. A confidential solution for pilot medical certification. Free FAA medical consultations. Left Seat, (800) 699-4457. 1/21

Global Aircraft Group. USPAP bank values for all aircraft, aircraft management, insurance claims & certified aircraft appraisals. Mark Parry, (855) 6GBLAIR, (413) 335-7507. 4/22

HANGARS/TIEDOWNS One-piece doors. Hydraulic or bifold. Schweissdoors.com, (800) 746-8273.1/15

Join thousands of aviation enthusasts worldwide. American Aviation Historical Society, aahs-online.org. 3/21

TRAVEL Experience Fly-In Adventure on California's Mendocino Coast. Visit Glendeven Inn & Lodge, glendeven. com, (707) 937-0083, or Little River Inn, littleriverinn.com, (888) inn.love. 5/21

ART/VIDEOS/GIFTS Specializing in aviation photography. horizontalrain.com. 1/15

Custom nose art & handpainted art pieces. on leather, metal or vinyl. Victory Girl, (909) 297-6688, victorygirl.com.2/19 Need a gift? Give a ride in an open cockpit biplane. WACO Air Museum, Troy, Ohio, wacoairmuseum.org, (937) 335-9226. 20601:TFN Fly By Wire Air, a one-stop site for aviators. flybywireair.com. 4/21 "Flying Boat" poster, limited edition. Signed & framed. FlyingBoatFilm.com. 10/21

Aces High Aviation & Military Art. (800) 528-0887, aceshighgallery.com. 10/21

PUBLICATIONS GHOSTS 2022. Phil Makanna's legendary warbird calendars are back. Visit ghosts.com. 1/22

Avionics Checklists & Quick Reference gudes. Available in book, card & new iPad editions. qref.com or from your favorite supply shop. 8/14

40th Anniversary of the Space Shuttle Program, featuring photography from NASA archives. QuartoKnows.com.5/21 NASA Missions to MARS by Piers Bizony Past, present and future of Mars exploration. quarto.com. 4/22 SEAK, Expert Witness Directory, by Bert Botta for aviation accidents and inci-

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HELP WANTED IN FLIGHT USA, the leading source of general aviation news, seeks writers and photographers to cover all aspects of aviation. Send an SASE for writer’s guidelines to: In Flight USA, P.O. Box 5402, San Mateo, CA 94402. TFN Oakland Aviation Museum, CA, is recruiting volunteers. Oakland, CA, (510) 638-7100, oaklandaviationmuseum.org. 6/21

PILOT POSITION WANTED SoCal pilot desires Turbine/Jet SIC time. Comm/Instru/Multi-Eng with SIC for Gulfstream G-IV and scores of hours in the Citation V560. Experienced in aircraft design/flight test/aerospace industry. Willi travel as needed (and for repositioning). Contact Paul at (562) 7146686 or ptglessner@aol.com.17400:TFN

MUSEUMS Rowland Freedom Center, an aviation & military museum commemorating our heroes. Vacaville, CA, (707) 449-3402 rowlandfreedomcenter.org. 8/21 Oakland Aviation Museum Oakland, CA, (510) 638-7100 oaklandaviationmuseum.org

Ernie Hall Aviation Museum Warren, OH, (234) 806-3008 erniehallaviationmuseum.org Owls Head Transportation Museum Rockland, ME (207) 594-4418, owlshead.org Palm Springs Air Museum Palm Springs, CA (760) 778-6262, psam.org Warhawk Air Museum Nampa, ID, (208) 465-6446 warhawkairmuseum.org Yankee Air Museum Ypsilanti, MI, Willow Run Airport (734) 483-4030, yankeeairmuseum.org

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Successful Pylon Racing Seminar Promises Exciting Reno Air Races Continued from Page 43

In Other News: Reno Air Racing Association Launches $100k Fundraiser for Scholarships

RARA celebrates its many volunteers by holding a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner during PRS last month, after a three-year hiatus. (Courtesy RARA)

Dennis Sanders and Sherman Smoot observing their Unlimited students across the course in the Sanders' family Hawker Sea Fury N924G. (Anthony Taylor) PRS, held last month, had a recordbreaking 28 new students receiving their certification and 53 pilots receiving their renewal certifications to participate in the 58th STIHL National Championship Air Races Sept. 14-18. (Joanne Murray/Courtesy RARA)

The Reno Air Racing Association’s (RARA) 2022 Flight Training Scholarship recipients are all in training, and the program is running smoothly, according to organizers. Ten students have begin their training and several even expect to be complete by the time the STIHL National Championship Air Races start on Sept. 14. “So, it’s time to start getting the program fueled up for the next round! This year, RARA is pleased to announce that we will be once again offering flight training scholarships, and that we will also be adding Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic scholarships,” said organizers in a recent press release. The 2022 winners, who were announced in April, are: Koree Bostrom Jonathon Burleson Clinton Dewitt Hunter Drost Patrick Fredrickson Xavier Frock Annaliese Hornback Kurtis LeMay Justin Pedersen Thomas Vann “With

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NVBAA/GRADD sponsored STEM education area during Race Week each year, it made sense to expand that reach to actual flight training for local youth,” said Fred Telling, President and CEO for RARA. “Flight training used to be something a summer job could pay for, but in today’s economy that really isn’t possible anymore. We are thrilled to be able to provide this path to deserving young people to help them realize their dreams of flight.” Modeled after successful programs at Sun ‘n Fun’s Aerospace Center for Excellence, AOPA and EAA, the program implements best practices and administrative policies to ensure the best chance of success for the young pilots in training. In addition to the training itself, the scholarship ensures that mentors are available to help the students with specific challenges during their journey. “Our vision is to establish the National Championship Air Races as a pinnacle of inspiration, education, and exhilaration for people of all ages,” states RARA. To further this vision, they are taking on the mission to raise $100,000 for their scholarship program. “Please consider a donation today – any amount will help, and you will help us in our Racing for the Future campaign to get as many young people engaged as possible, using the excitement of the Reno Air Races as the inspiration to explore the many valuable careers in aviation,” said Telling. Contributions are tax-deductible. To donate and learn more, visit the Air Race website: www.airrace.org.

Scotty Crandlemire is switching gears this year from Formula One to the Unlimited class. Pictured here is the Wright R-2000 powered Yak-3U Rushin' Thunder blasting around pylon 7. This will be Scotty's ride in September. (Anthony Taylor)

John Muszalla II will be racing this P-51 Sweet Mary Lou this year. This airplane took home the Henry “Hap” Arnold Trophy for best Military aircraft last year. (Anthony Taylor)

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