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Q San Diego, CA: MCAS Miramar Air Show, gates 8:15 a.m., miramaairshow.com. Q Ranger, TX: Old School Fly-In, airshows Fri. 6:30 p.m. & Sat. 1 p.m., Ranger Municipal Airport, rangerairfield.org. Q Livermore, CA:Open House & Air Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Livermore Municipal Airport, www.cityoflivermore.net. Q Hagerstown, MD: Wings & Wheels Expo, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hagerstown Regional Airport, www.wingsandwheelsexpo.com. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, free, (831) 637-9822, www.frazierlake.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Event, “N9MB Flying Wing,” 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Georgetown, DE: Wings & Wheels, various events/times, Sussex County Airport, www.wings-wheels.com. Q Sacramento, CA: California Capital Airshow, Mather Airport, www.californiacapitalairshow.com. Q Rome, GA: Wings over North Georgia, Richard B. Russell Regional Airport, wingsovernorthgeorgia.com. Q Virginia Beach, VA: Military Aviation Museum’s Airshow. CANCELED. Q Jasper, TX: Air Show & Fly-In, gates 9 a.m., Jasper County Bell Field, www.jasperairshow.net. Q Chesapeake, VA: American Heroes Airshow & HAI Heli-Days, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hampton Roads Executive Airport, www.heroes-airshow.com. Q Gainesville, TX: Texas Antique Airplane Fall Festival of Flight, Fri. 1 p.m./ Sat. 7 a.m., Gainesville Municipal Airport, www.texasantiqueairplane.com. Q San Francisco, CA: Fleet Week, Waterfront, various times/venues, www.fleetweek.us. Q Corona, CA: Aircraft Spruce West - Customer Appreciation Day, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., (951) 372-9555, (877) 477-7823. Q Brandy Station, VA: Culpeper Air Fest, gates 9 a.m., Culpeper Regional Airport, www.culpeperairfest.com. Q Apple Valley, CA: Apple Valley Airshow, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Apple Valley Airport, www.sbcountyWINGS.com. Q Sanford, FL: Lake Monroe Airshow & Seafood Festival, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fort Mellon Park Riverwalk, www.celebratesanford.com. Q Lufkin, TX: Angelina Air Fest, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Angelina County Airport, www.visitlufkin,com, (936) 633-0349. Q Grand Junction, CO: Grand Junction Air Show, gates 9:30 a.m., Grand Junction Regional Airport, gjairshow.com. Q Addison, TX: Fall Fly Days & Car Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Addison Airport, www.cavanaughflightmuseum.com. Q Marysville/Olivehurst, CA: Golden West Regional Fly-In, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Yuba County Airport, www.goldenwestflyin.org. Q San Bernardino, CA: San Bernardino Fest, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., San Bernardino Int’l. Airport, www.sbdfest.com. Q Chino, CA: “Drive & Show” Antique & Classic Car Show, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Yanks Air Museum, (909) 597-1735, www.yanksair.com. Q San Luis Obispo, CA: Vintage Aircraft Associate’s Airport Day, San Luis Obispo Airport, (805) 801-7641. Q El Cajon, CA: Warbirds West Air Museum Open House & Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10:30 a.m., Gillespie Field, (858) 414-6258, www.wwam.org. Q Kaneohe Bay, HI: Kaneohe Bay Air Show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., MCB Hawaii, www.kaneohebayairshow.com. Q Houston, TX: CAF Wings over Houston Air Show, gates 8 a.m., Ellington Field, www.wingsoverhouston.com. Q Napa, CA: Vintage Aircraft Display, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Napa Airport, (707) 944-9236. Q Santa Rosa, CA: Climb Aboard Weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pacific Coast Air Museum, Sonoma County Airport, (707) 575-7900. Q Las Vegas, NV: Red Bull Air Race, gates 9 a.m., Las Vegas Motor Speedway, www.redbullairrace.com. Q Augusta, GA: Boshears Skyfest & Fly-In, gates 9 a.m., Daniel Field Airport, www.boshears.com. Q LaVerne, CA: Antique & Special Interest Aircraft Display, 10 a.m to 2 p.m., Brackett Airport, (909) 593-1395. Q San Diego, CA: Montgomery Field Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., (858) 699-0251. Q Casa Grande, AZ: Copperstate Fly-In, 8 a.m. to 5 pm., Casa Grande Municipal Airport, www.copperstate.org. Q New Orleans, LA: WWII Air Power Expo, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lakefront Airport, ww2airpowerexpo.org. Q Chino, CA: “Taste of Flight Gala,” 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Bonham, TX: Bonham Festival of Flight, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jones Field, (903) 583-4811.

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hroughout the years, air racing at Reno has been a variety of aircraft and competitors. Races have ranged from wide-open competition to predictable win-by-predominant favorite. This year was wide-open competition, and although ultimately taken by a familiar pilot and machine, the combo was different than in the past. Reno air racing has been interesting in the last several years with musical chairs being played by some of the top pilots who have rotated between various machines. Steve Hinton Jr. (“Stevo”) made racing history by winning at the age of only 22 in 2009 flying Strega, then following it up with wins in 2010, 2012, 2013 all in Strega, and then 2014, but in a different aircraft (Voodoo). Historically, top pilots have not moved around much. It has become interesting to see how someone who was a winner in one aircraft did when he went to another aircraft and a different team. There is a fair amount of “team chemistry” involved. This year’s competitive scene saw the emergence of five top aircraft flown by highly experienced pilots. However,

not all the machines made it to Reno. The season began on an unfortunate note when Unlimited Race 38, Precious Metal, suffered major damage during a fuel stop in Florida. After filling with fuel and starting to taxi, an engine fire began, which was not visible to the pilot, Thom Richard. A bystander waving frantically indicated to Thom that he had a fire and should shut down immediately. Thom got out just in time, but due to a lengthy delay by the local fire department, what could have been only minor damage, ended up being major damage to the aircraft. Thom was so lucky that whatever failed and started the fire did so on the ground during taxi rather than in the air. Other similar incidents have resulted in the pilot’s death. So Race 38 was out before the race began. A sad loss particularly because Race 38 was unique in the field due to the replacement of its stock V-1650 Rolls Royce engine and four-blade prop with a 2,240 cu. in. Rolls Royce Griffon engine with two contra-rotating three-blade props. With so much more displacement than a stock, Merlin-powered Mustang Race 38 theoretically had a higher power Continued on Page 12

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NEWS AOPA Issues Annual Safety Review ............................................8 Medical Reform Closer than Ever Before ..................................11 NATA Buys Independent FBO Association................................13 GAMA Commends FAA on UAS Senior Executive Selections 19 GAMA Calls on Feds to Support Sustainability Goals ..............22 Bonhomme Edges Hall at Red Bull Scorcher............................28 Modaero Fly-In With Millennials In Mind ....................................32 Sling Continues Around the World Journey ..............................33 Green News: Planned Glider Mission to Edge of Space ..........34 NASA: Journey to Mars in the Works for Orion Spacecraft ....35 Cirrus Aircraft Touch Released ..................................................37 Textron Answers Need for Speed At Reno ................................44 Apple Valley Airshow Slated for Oct. 10 ....................................44 Golden West Fly-In to Feature Drone Zone................................47

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Contrails: Adventures in Vertigo

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Flying With Faber: Extraordinary Culinary in Orlando By Stuart J. Faber ..............29

Memphis Belle Gets Her Instrument Panel By Ron Kaplan ..............................................................14

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In Flight USA got lucky. Interest in flying safety comes from all quadrants. For our October commentary, a perspective is offered from a pilot who flies everything from classic racing planes to the most advanced attack jets, but he is not a licensed pilot! The world of radio control (RC) model flying is as diverse as manned aircraft, and like those of us who fly big planes, RC modelers share the same airspace we fly in and have maintained a safety record that us big guys should envy. Modelers are, for the first time, facing a raft of regulations being proposed by the FAA (and demanded by Congress) to keep our airspace safe for joint use by manned and unmanned aircraft. RC flyers have long abided by guidelines fostered by both local clubs and national organizations and have never been a part of the emerging â&#x20AC;&#x153;drone problem.â&#x20AC;? This writer met Ray Manuel through the Hiller Museum of Aviation as Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s airshow display team performed at a recent Museum event. Ray currently has more than 20 RC planes, most of which are powered with high tech electric fans that duplicate the spectacular performance of their real counterparts, such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon, F9F Panther, Mig-15, and F/A-18 Super Hornet, just to name a few. While the jets are neat, his present favorite is a Gee Bee Model Y. Ray is a flight instructor at his local flying field, and recently entered the airshow arena, with spectacular RC model demonstrations. As a longtime fan of model airplane flying (I owned a hobby shop), this writer explored what is going on in the RC flying world, as rules, which could affect both general aviation and models, are tossed around by the FAA and various groups studying the fast growing market of â&#x20AC;&#x153;drones,â&#x20AC;? Ray agreed to attend the recently held 2015 Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Management Convention, held at NASAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ames research Center and give our readers a first hand report as to what is going on in â&#x20AC;&#x153;drone world.â&#x20AC;? Take a look at the following contribution and be informed as to the scope of this new technology that we generically call â&#x20AC;&#x153;drones.â&#x20AC;? For more about Ray and his passion, visit www.facebook.com/ baylandsrcairshowteam or www.face book.com/baylandsrc.

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here has yet to be a single day where the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;droneâ&#x20AC;? is not used in a news story describing some act of stupidity. Hovering over a homeownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property, invading their privacy, and putting their family at risk of it falling out of the sky are just a few of the headlines that make the news. Why? Because it was shot down by a shotgunâ&#x20AC;Ś or better yet, an amateur brings their newly acquired 3D Robotics Iris+ to the ball game without proper flight training and promptly crashes it into the grandstands. Recent sightings of drones by airline pilots on final approach do not help the reputation of this new industry. After hearing any one of the news stories about drones, how could you not despise them? However the public is being duped into thinking negatively about platforms that are a huge positive contribution to society when properly used. Not to mention giving them the wrong name. In aviation, the acronym UAV has been used for decades. It stands for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and is used to describe a wide variety of craft. They can be helicopters, fixed wing propeller driven, fixed wing jet powered, fixed wing gliders, and most recently multirotors. They are all unmanned, and some can fly autonomously in all aspects of flight without any human intervention. Most are used for data collection, land surveys, reconnaissance, and a handful of military drones are used to aid combat troops as well as border patrol. All of these craft are flown in regulated airspace, and some are capable of reaching altitudes of well over 60,000 feet. As a result, the average everyday person never sees them nor do they think about the dangers that there may be with them flying overhead. Maybe that is why the recent introduction of multirotors has sparked such a firestorm of concern about safety. The clichĂŠ â&#x20AC;&#x153;out of sight out of mindâ&#x20AC;? fits pretty well in this instance. Multirotors fly low, make noise, and are visible. People are more aware of them, which brings up issues that otherwise wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be issues. What is going to be done to regulate the Continued on Page 9

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Q Ashville, AL: Greg Koontz Airshow Open House & Fly-In, 10 a.m., Dugger’s Field, www.gkairshows.com. Q Lake Charles, LA: Chennault Int’l. Airshow, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Chennault Int’l. Airport, chennaultairshow.com. Q Jacksonville Beach, FL: Jacksonville Sea & Sky Spectacular, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oceanfront, (904) 630-2489. Q Los Alamitos, CA: Wings Wheels Rotors & Expo, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Los Alamitos Army Airfield, www.WWRExpo.net. Q Stuart FL: Stuart Air Show, Fri. Night Show 5 p.m./ Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Witham Field, www.stuartairshow.com. Q Peachtree City, GA: The Great Georgia Airshow, gtes 9 a.m., Falcon Field, (855) 332-4427, www.thegreatgeorgiaairshow.com. Q San Antonio, TX: JB San Antonio Air Show & Open House, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., JBSA-Randolph AFB, www.jbs.mil.

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Q Pensacola, FL: Pensacola Open House/Blue Angels Homecoming, gates 8 a.m., NAS Pensacola, www.naspensacolaairshow.com. Q Murrieta, CA: French Valley Air Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., French Valley Airport, www.fvairshow.com. Q Comanche, TX: Comanche Veterans Day Fly-In, Comanche CountyCity Airport, www.devildogsquadron.com. Q Winter Haven, FL: Seaplane Festival & Parade, Winter Haven Municipal Airport, (863) 298-4551. Q Oviedo, FL: Amerian Heroes Airshow, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oviedo Mall, www.heroes-airshow.com, (407) 222-8644. Q Hondo, TX: Warbirds over Hondo, gates 9 a.m., Hondo Airport, www.warbirdsoverhondo.com. Q West Chester, PA: Tribute to Veterans, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Helicopter Museum, (610) 436-9600, www.americanhelicopter.museum. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, free, (831) 637-9822, www.frazierlake.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Event, “Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star,” 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Valdosta, GA: Thunder over South Georgia, gates 9 a.m., Moody AFB, www.moody.af.mil. Q Monroe, NC: Warbirds over Monroe Air Show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport, www.warbirdsovermonroe.com. Q Valkaria, FL: Valkaria Air Fest, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Valkaria Airport, valkariaairfest.com. Q Chino, CA: “Veterans Day,” 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q LaVerne, CA: Antique & Special Interest Aircraft Display, 10 a.m to 2 p.m., Brackett Airport, (909) 593-1395. Q San Diego, CA: Montgomery Field Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., (858) 699-0251. Q San Luis Obispo, CA: Vintage Aircraft Associate’s Airport Day, San Luis Obispo Airport, (805) 801-7641. Q El Cajon, CA: Warbirds West Air Museum Open House & Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10:30 a.m., Gillespie Field, (858) 414-6258, www.wwam.org. Q Santa Rosa, CA: Climb Aboard Weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pacific Coast Air Museum, Sonoma County Airport, (707) 575-7900.

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The buzz about drones There’s a lot of talk about drones these days. And no wonder. Every week we hear reports of drones getting too close to manned aircraft. In August, the FAA released a list of reports MYVT WPSV[Z HPY [YHɉJ JVU[YVSSLYZ and citizens about possible encounters with drones. The 765 reports covered Nov. 13, 2014 through Aug. 20, 2015. And those are just the ones reported to the FAA. When it announced the publication of the new list the FAA said it “wants to send a clear message that operating drones around airplanes and helicopters is dangerous and illegal.” 5V VUL ZLLTZ [V IL HISL [V W\[ H ZVSPK ÄN\YL VU KYVUL ZHSLZ I\[ the numbers are big and getting exponentially bigger, with some drone makers reporting sales tripling from 2013 to 2014. Last year retail giant Amazon even launched a drone store. International drone conventions held in cities like Las Vegas are attracting thousands. And corporate applications for FAA waivers to operate commercial drones are skyrocketing. In other words, drones are here to stay. There’s no doubt that this burgeoning technology will have ups and downs for general aviation. On the one hand, drone operations too close to manned aircraft pose a very serious safety threat. On the other, drones are introducing a whole new generation to the wonders of aviation, and some of those folks will THRL [OL SLHW [V Å`PUN THUULK HPYJYHM[ Regardless of how you feel about drones, you should know that AOPA is actively working on drone-related issues every day. We want to protect your safety as pilots while welcoming this new segment into the aviation community and inviting them to learn TVYL HIV\[ .( HUK HSS P[ OHZ [V VɈLY From helping to ensure that regulations for commercial drones will protect manned aircraft to working with drone and remote control associations and manufacturers to make certain drone pilots \UKLYZ[HUK [OL Y\SLZ HUK N\PKLSPULZ HɈLJ[PUN [OLPY VWLYH[PVUZ AOPA is advocating for general aviation. 0[»Z (67(»Z TPZZPVU [V WYV[LJ[ [OL MYLLKVT [V Å` (UK [OH[ TLHUZ making sure the skies are safe for pilots and their airplanes. Things are changing fast in the world of drones, with new technologies and uses emerging almost daily. But, no matter what comes next, you can count on AOPA to be there for you.

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President and CEO AOPA f you follow AOPA – in our magazines, newsletters, and websites for example – it’s easy to imagine that we spend all our time focusing on the big national issues that affect general aviation—things like FAA reauthorization and third-class medical reform. Believe me, those big issues do claim a great deal of our time and resources. But sometimes it’s the “little things” that can make a big difference for pilots, and we invest a lot in addressing those issues too. AOPA is actively engaged just about everywhere decisions that affect GA are being made, whether it’s at the airport, local, state, or federal level. Many of the issues we deal with affect

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only a small portion of our members, but they’re still important because every loss is a little chip away at our freedom to fly. And every victory provides a little reinforcement that helps strengthen GA. So what sort of smaller efforts has AOPA been engaged in lately? In the course of just a few weeks, AOPA persuaded the FAA to delay its plans to switch to the ICAO flight planning form, got Mexico’s aviation authority to extend a deadline to require GA aircraft to carry 406 MHz ELTs, convinced the FAA to keep publishing WACs while working with stakeholders to find alternatives, and won a commitment from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collaborate on simplifying cross-border travel for GA. During that same brief period, we saw California’s GA Caucus

grow; money returned to the Ohio aeronautical fund redirected toward airport improvements; and pilots in Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, Michigan, and South Carolina benefit from pro-GA legislation in their states. AOPA took an active role in making every one of these wins happen. We sent people to testify in state legislatures; meet with officials from the FAA, Mexico’s civil aviation authority, and CBP; educate lawmakers about pro-GA bills, and more. Some of these issues may affect you – and if they do, you know why they’re important. Others may not impact you directly, but the ripple effects can be huge. Take a South Carolina tax cut on aircraft repairs and maintenance, for

example. When a state cuts taxes, neighboring states feel pressure to follow suit or lose business as aircraft owners take their planes elsewhere for maintenance. Not only does the tax cut save money for owners and even renters in South Carolina, it encourages other states to cut taxes, too. AOPA is here to protect the freedom to fly, and that means doing everything we can to keep airports open, reduce the cost of flying, prevent overregulation, welcome newcomers to aviation, and much, much more. It’s true that these issues won’t directly affect as many pilots as, say FAA funding or user fees, but they still matter. The next tax break we win or airport we save could be yours.

accidents in 2012 than in 2011 • 75 percent of the GA fixed-wing accidents were attributed to pilot-related causes, continuing the pattern that has characterized this sector for years •Accidents attributed to fuel management issues (starvation, exhaustion, and contamination) were the cause of 79 accidents, the second-lowest number on record •The report includes ASI’s first-ever analysis of the causes of helicopter accidents

dented 18 percent from the year before, falling below 1,000 per year for the first time. This improvement continued in 2014 with 923 total accidents, an all-time low •The number of fatal accidents fell 24 percent from 2012 to 2013. While this was followed by a 12 percent increase in 2014, these remain the only two years in the past half-century with fewer than 200 fatal accidents in light airplanes per year •The GA fatal accident rate dropped below 1.00 per 1000,000 flight hours for the first time ever in 2013. Federal Aviation Administration estimates of GA flight time confirm that the accident rate improvements in 2013 did not result from decreased activity AOPA’s Air Safety Institute is dedicated exclusively to providing continuing

pilot education and safety programs for general aviation. It is funded by donations from individual pilots and organizations, which support the cause of improved general aviation safety. Since 1950, ASI has served all pilots and aviation enthusiasts – not just AOPA members – by providing free safety education, research, and data analysis. ASI offers award-winning online courses, nearly 200 live seminars annually throughout the U.S., flight instructor refresher courses, safety videos, accident case studies, and other materials to keep pilots safe and well informed. To learn more, visit ASI at www.airsafetyinstitute.org.

AOPA AIR SAFETY INSTITUTE ISSUES ANNUAL SAFETY REPORT

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute has released the 24th edition of the Joseph T. Nall Report, general aviation’s (GA) most comprehensive safety review. This most recent report provides an in-depth analysis of accidents that occurred in 2012, 96 percent of which had a probable cause assigned by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). ASI has also prepared a brief statistical analysis of GA accidents in calendar years 2013 and 2014, most of which have preliminary NTSB accident reports.

2012 Report Highlights

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AOPA WELCOMES BILL

Leaders of two key House committees have introduced a bill to extend Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding through March 31, 2016. Rep. Bill Shuster (R-Pennsylvania), who chairs the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin), who chairs the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced H.R. 3614 on Sept. 25. The

bill, which would continue FAA funding at its current levels, is expected to be considered on the floor of the House next week, according to congressional staffers. “We’ve been anticipating an extension for some time, and we’re pleased that this legislation has been introduced before FAA’s current funding expires,” said Jim Coon, AOPA senior vice presi-

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dent of government affairs. “This should give the House and Senate some breathing room to work through issues affecting a longer-term reauthorization measure. AOPA will continue to be engaged as that process moves forward. Our members should know that we’ll stand firm on our opposition to user fees for general aviation and will continue to seek opportunities to have third-class medical reform

included in the legislation.” FAA’s current authorization expired Sept. 30. H.R. 3614 would keep the agency operating while the House and Senate work on a more comprehensive, long-term reauthorization package. H.R. 3614 was introduced after FAA funding was dropped from a larger Senate bill designed to prevent a shutdown of the federal government.

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Continued from Page 6 use of these new machines? Over the last few years, NASA has been working on a plan to manage these aircraft at lower altitudes. They named it the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Traffic Management (UTM). Their main focus was coming up with a way to regulate the airspace below 500 feet, much like what is already in place for general and commercial aviation. They are still in the beginning phases and are collaborating closely with the FAA to come up with a UTM prototype by the year 2019. This summer marked the very first time that there was an actual convention to go over these ideas. The NASA Ames UTM: The Next Era of Aviation Convention took place July 28-30 with some very positive results. This was the first of its kind and surprisingly informative. Being an avid RC model enthusiast for the last 30 years has given me a pretty good heads up on new technology as it is introduced. However, this was a new groundbreaking convention, and I felt very privileged to attend! I also feel compelled to share my account of what was presented at this event from an RC modeler’s perspective and also that of someone who is aware of the concerns that general aviation and commercial aviation may have. There were several important keynote addresses throughout the event, but only a few stood out with some engaging topics. Let’s start off with Ed Bolton Jr., FAA Assistant Administrator for NextGen Technology. As most of you know, the FAA is great about patting themselves on the back, and this was no different. Mr. Bolton explained to the audience how the FAA has been doing a fine job of meeting the time constraints that Congress has put on them to implement ways to manage the use of UAVs at lower altitudes. According to him, the FAA has been right on track with what has been put before them. Little does he know that in reality they are actually behind and still playing catch up. There have been several attempts to throw together last-minute regulations for the commercial use of UAVs that have not fared very well with the public. Either way, it was refreshing to hear that the FAA is actually realizing that the use of UAVs is a legitimate way of conducting business, doing research or as a hobby. From what I could tell, he was very open to hearing about the innovative technology being used to monitor these craft, which is exactly what is needed. Prior to this event, I had never heard of the next Keynote speaker and apparently I was the only one in the room who

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had not heard of him. Everyone at NASA knows Dr. Primal Kopadekar as “PK.” He is the Safe Autonomous System Operations Project Manager and UTM Principal Investigator. According to him, there are three UTM Functions, and they are as follows.

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• All UAS traffic will be at or below 500ft • Airspace will be based on Geographical needs and applications • There will be rules for the airspace that are performance based • Geofencing will be utilized

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• Airspace Reservation (flight planning) • (Manned Aircraft to Aircraft separation) and (Manned Aircraft to UAS Separation) • Tracking via ADS-B, cellphone towers and Satellite based systems • Contingency Management in case of large scale GPS or Cellphone tower outage • Preparations for 9/11 type events or terror attacks PK also explained that in August they would begin the first UTM builds, which will cover the development, simulation, testing, and safety analysis. NASA will continue to work with the industry, academic, and government groups to refine operational requirements, system architecture, prototypes, and conduct test to verify that the airspace integration is a proven method of management. There were three other steps for builds that would begin in October 2016 for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLS), January 2018 for more automated Beyond Visual Line of Sight, Continued on Page 10

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Continued from Page 9 and in March 2019 for autonomous operation in Urban/Higher Density Areas. He also mentioned that we are at the very beginning of this sort of technology, and it is a very exciting time to be involved with all of this! This step-bystep process is, in a way, similar to how things were for the Wright Brothers but on a slightly different scale. Many aspects of aviation can be augmented with the use of UAS, and they already have in a lot of commercial applications. The doors are wide open for this type of technology with not even the sky being the limit. One of the most anticipated Keynote Speakers was Gur Kimchi, Amazon Prime Air Vice President and CoFounder. He explained that his purpose for attending the UTM was to explain Amazon’s Approach, which focuses on innovation and safety. They relate the many uses for UAS to 1,000 flowers blooming, using the following as examples: Photography, videography, inspection, mapping, surveying, sports, precision farming, search and rescue, air quality monitoring, humanitarian aid, logistics, emergency support, and scientific research. Like PK, they envision the airspace 500-feet and below for operation but with a slightly different approach. There would be three different zones for travel. From 0-200 feet would be low speed localized traffic, 201-400 feet would be for High Speed Transit and 401-500 feet would be designated a No Fly Zone to keep even more separation between General or Commercial Aviation. They aim to have UAS that are capable of being linked to GPS, Cellphone towers, and or Internet connectivity for navigation. This navigation system would be set up in a way that would be collaborative between an operator and the UAV or Non Collaborative, using sensors and other automation for navigating around obstacles if necessary. However, they are still not able to do much more than talk about what it is that they are planning to do. There are no products on the market that can do what it is they envision. This means that there will need to be a lot more time spent on developing UAVs for their missions. Amazon will continue to reach out to the public for help with furthering their endeavors. There were several Panel Discussions that focused on different aspects of UAS and UAVs. The most important was in regards to privacy and what legislation is being put into effect to keep people’s rights from being violated. The panel included Bill English of the NTSB, Capt. Thomas

Madigan from the OHSES of Alameda County, Calif., Lisa Ellman of Hogan Lovells Partners, and Brad Owen, Sr. Vice President of United States Aircraft Insurance Group. Basically, the whole spectrum was covered from Attorney to Law Enforcement. Privacy seems to be on most people’s minds with all of the media attention being focused on Drones operating near houses, sports stadiums, and natural disasters. The recent fires in Southern California were discussed since there was Multirotors operating in areas that prevented fire crews from getting air support. In instances such as that, there are grounds for fines and disciplinary actions since there are strict rules (TFRs) on flying aircraft near natural disasters. Full-on investigations will be put into effect and the NTSB and FAA will get involved. However, the laws about private property are still much harder to enforce. There are far too many gray areas that leave it open to interpretation. Hovering over someone’s property is not breaking any law since the airspace above the property is not owned. Now, if there is a craft hovering outside of a window with a camera facing in, there may be more of an issue there, but even that isn’t a cut and dry issue either. The laws need to be revised in order to make them clearer in relation to UAVs and Multirotors now that they are becoming more involved in our way of life. So what does all of this mean for General and Commercial Aviation? Will there be UAVs in your airspace? Will there be a need to worry about drone strikes as well as laser pointers and bird strikes? At this point, probably not, but “heads up” is always a good policy. Yes, there are still some rogue multirotor operators that are not following the rules, making it hard on the good guys. But in all honesty, there still aren’t any substantiated reports of them interfering with full-scale aircraft. Yes, there are reports, but most of them are being debunked or are not being reported properly. NASA, AUVSI, and the FAA are doing their part to get something in place. It is at least 10 years away from actually being put into place though. So while this UTM was a great idea and a showcase of what is being done to make low level UAS a reality, we are a long way from actually seeing it come to fruition. In the meantime, visit your local model airplane airport and take a look at how our community practices safety. But be warned, a local instructor may offer you the “stick,” and casual interest can turn into a passion… but it is a great one!

MEDICAL REFORM CLOSER

October 2015

As support for the Pilots Bill of Rights 2 (PBR2) continues to grow, Sen. James Inhofe (R-Oklahoma) has taken to the Senate floor to explain key provisions of the measure. As of Sept. 25, 67 senators and 140 members of the House from both parties had signed on to cosponsor PBR2. Since July, when the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) sent a call to action asking members to contact their elected officials, the number of PBR2 cosponsors has grown by some 60 names. “We’re pleased to see the number of cosponsors continue to rise,” said Jim Coon, AOPA senior vice president of government affairs. “Tens of thousands of AOPA members have contacted their elected officials and asked them to cosponsor PBR2, and our staff has left no stone unturned when it comes to building support for this legislation. There’s still a lot of work left to do before third-class medical reform becomes a reality, either as part of PBR2 or as an amendment to other legislation, but we are closer than we’ve ever been before to getting this done.” In his remarks on the Senate floor, Inhofe noted that a decade of experience with the Sport Pilot rule has proven that pilots can fly safely without going

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through the third-class medical process. PBR2 was first introduced in the House and Senate in February and has since undergone some revisions to address concerns raised by members of Congress and others. Inhofe addressed those changes in his floor speech, emphasizing that under PBR2 pilots would be spared the hassle of repeatedly going through the third-class medical process. Under the legislation, thousands of pilots flying a wide range of aircraft would not be required to obtain a thirdclass medical certificate. While new pilots would need to obtain FAA medical certification one time in order to establish a benchmark for their health, they would not need to make repeat visits to an FAA aviation medical examiner (AME). Any pilot who has held a valid third-class medical, either regular or special issuance, within the past 10 years, would be considered as having met the initial certification requirement. Private pilots who have had a heart condition involving surgery, mental, or neurological issues would be required to go through the special issuance process one time only. In addition, pilots would be required to take an online medical education course every two years. The course

would cover a range of aviation medical issues, including the effects of over the counter medications on pilots. “Requiring pilots to take this course boosts aviation safety for the general aviation community,” Inhofe said. Pilots also would be required to see their personal physician at least once every four years, make a note of the visit in their logbooks, and certify that they are

receiving proper care for any condition requiring medical treatment. As proof that they’ve met the requirement, pilots would need to provide the doctor’s name and address and the date of the exam when they take the online medical course. They would also have to note the information in their logbooks, but would not have to file any paperwork with the FAA. Continued on Page 12 P.O. Box 5402 • San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 358-9908 • Fax (650) 358-9254

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Continued from Page 4 potential. It would have been nice to watch it run in this year’s field. Even without Precious Metal a very promising field of unlimited entrants emerged from qualifying and good racing looked possible. Per the Reno Air Race website qualifying times were as follows: #77 Stew Dawson F8F-2 Bearcat Rare Bear 480.64 #7 “Hoot” Gibson P-51D Mustang Strega 475.04 #5 Stevo Hinton P-51D Mustang Voodoo 464.25 #8 Dennis Sanders Hawker Sea Fury Dreadnought 432.86 (Readers are encouraged to visit the Reno Air Races Reports website for further info: http://reports.airrace.org Race 77, 7 and Race 5 have been recent top contenders, but it was good to see Race 8, Dreadnought, among the field this year. Again, this is a case of substitution of the stock 3,272 cu. in. Bristol Cenaurus military engine with a much larger American P&W R4360 engine. Racing in the early heats and the final heat was close and entertaining. It was a great year, and although taken by the all-familiar Strega at 488.98, it was flown by former astronaut Robert “Hoot” Gibson who described the win as a thrill of a lifetime for him. Hoot had flown other contenders, but this was his first time winning in Strega. Stevo Hinton, who has won the past five races, was in Voodoo again this year. In the Gold race, he heard a loud bang

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Continued from Page 11 This approach would help foster honest dialogues between pilots and their doctors and ensure that pilots receive the medical care they need, Inhofe said. The medical exemption created by PBR2 would not change the requirement that pilots self-certify their fitness before every flight. But it would give pilots relief from what Inhofe described as the “constant churn of submitting paperwork over and over,” even when the pilot’s medical status is unchanged. The modifications to PBR2 outlined by Inhofe in his floor speech closely match the terms of the so-called Manchin Amendment, which was submitted, but did not become part of, the Senate highway bill passed in July. That amendment came under fire from the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), which said it would not support the measure, although numerous other pilot groups and unions have endorsed it. Since that time, AOPA has met with ALPA to seek common ground.

ning so well who knows what the outcome would have been otherwise. So the 2015 unlimited field looked good in terms of speeds, pilot experience, and variety of aircraft types and turned out to be great show. Other classes also had excitement such as a new record biplane class qualifying speed flown by Tom Aberle in his Race 62. Tom’s qual speed of 284.45 was 10 mph faster than his winning speed of 274.09 mph last year. This unusual-looking machine continues to dominate the class. In Formula One class, the usually dominant Race 11 (Endeavor) flown by Steve Senegal, experienced some drama getting to the winner’s circle. In Saturday’s Heat 3A Race, Endeavor was running well, and Steve Senegal was flying a very good race, but on the final lap in overtaking the last place airplane, Steve descended below minimum course altitude and was disqualified for that race. He had, however, accumulated enough points to start Sunday’s Gold Race in third position from the pole, which otherwise would have been his. Through some great flying, he did manage to pull out a victory at a respectable 239.43 mph. So it was a great year at Reno with many top contenders, some great flying, and exciting racing. See you next year. Turn to page 49 for our Photo Finish featuring Pete Shirks photographs.

“We’ve worked with the leaders of ALPA and addressed their safety concerns,” said Coon. “We’ve been told they now believe that third class medical reform does not pose a safety risk.” AOPA has been mobilizing members, working with senators and members of the House, and exploring every possible option for obtaining third-class medical reform. “We’re 100 percent committed to getting the very best possible deal for our members and getting it done as fast as possible,” said Coon. “There are many factors beyond our control, including a limited number of legislative days before the end of the year and major political issues like funding for Planned Parenthood, but we are 100 percent committed to getting third-class medical reform. We’ll keep working to build momentum for PBR2, and we’ll continue to look for opportunities to have medical reform language included in other types of legislation that are moving through Congress.”

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fun, educational, and definitely inspirational read, 365 Aircraft You Must Fly By Robert Dorr (Zenith Press) is well within the vein of “bucket list” works such as 1,001 Books/Movies/Places you must read/see/visit before you die. As one would expect, there is a lot of aviation exotica in this work, such as the 1909 French Bleriot XI of which two restored examples exist and are distinguished as the oldest flyable aircraft in the world at present. Also here is the De Lackner HZ1 Aerocycle from the mid-50s, which was intended to be a kind of “personal helicopter” to be piloted by the everyday soldier on the front lines. A few were produced and even tested. Ultimately, they were considered too unreliable and unrealistic for real world military applications. Another Cold War relic from the late 50s was the Piasecki VZ-8 Sky Car, which was an attempt by the U.S. Military to develop a kind of “Flying Jeep” (not unlike the Fantastic Four’s Hovercraft from about the same time period). Again, as with the Aerocycle, the idea was to give regular troops an easyto-operate flying vehicle for combat situations. The vehicle was built and tested but as with the Aerocycle, the military decided it was not wholly realistic mechanically or as a concept. Another mid-century oddity was the Northrop XP-56 Black Bullet, which was one of very few pusher prop aircraft developed and tested during World War II. The unconventional nature of the design led to difficulties in keeping it stable in flight and made it problematic to take off and land. There were a number of test flights, but the aircrafts development was scrapped in 1945 when test pilot, John Myers, crashed the plane due in large part to these issues.

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fficials from the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force donated the pilot’s instrument panel from the Boeing B-17F Memphis Belle to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force during a ceremony last month. The Memphis Belle is one of the most famous aircraft in World War II history. In May 1943, it became the first U.S. Army Air Force’s heavy bomber to complete 25 missions over Europe and return to the United States. Several decades later, in Oct. 2005, the historic aircraft arrived at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, near Dayton, Ohio, where staff began a careful, multi-year conservation and restoration effort, including corrosion treatment, the full outfitting of missing equipment, and accurate markings, to bring the aircraft back to pristine condition. One of those missing parts was the pilot’s instrument panel, which was in the possession of the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler, Ga. During the program in the Air Force museum’s restoration hangar, Henry Skipper, president/CEO of the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, said his museum is happy to assist in the restoration of the historic aircraft. “It’s not every day you get to help piece together such a large part of World War II history,” Skipper said. “The Memphis Belle and her crew were the first bomber and crew to complete their missions and return to the U.S., and we’re very honored to be a part of making this famous airplane whole again.” Skipper showed media a photo of the coffee table from which the missing panel was retrieved, as he shared the long and

colorful story of its post-war survival. Roger Deere, chief of the Restoration Division at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, is excited to install the missing piece into the full instrument panel. “The museum’s restoration crews have been working long and hard to see that the Memphis Belle is restored as a national icon,” Deere said. “We’ve been working on the Belle for nearly 10 years, and every step brings us closer to getting it on display where all of our visitors can see the aircraft.” Krista Strider, the museum’s Deputy Director and Senior Curator, announced that the aircraft will go on display in the museum’s World War II Gallery on May 17, 2018, on the 75th anniversary of the Belle’s 25th and final combat mission. The Memphis Belle, considered by enthusiasts to be the “holy grail” of B-17’s, will join one of the world’s best collections of aircraft and memorabilia from the World War II era. This comprehensive restoration process is fitting for this storied aircraft. Pilot Robert Morgan named the aircraft after his wartime girlfriend, Margaret Polk, of Memphis, Tenn. Morgan chose the artwork from a 1941 George Petty illustration in Esquire magazine. The crew and the aircraft beat the odds by completing 25 combat missions, and upon their return to the United States in June of 1943, they flew the aircraft across the country on a three-month war bond and morale boosting tour. With the bond tour and the 1944 William Wyler documentary film titled The Memphis Belle – depicting actual combat footage – the aircraft and its crew became widely known and celebrated. In 1990, a major motion picture of the same name added to their fame.

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ost people love surprises. The people at Yanks Air Museum in Chino, Calif. received a double whammy of a surprise when officials recently arranged a top-secret visit of Taiwan’s President Ma Ying-jeou to the museum. A fan of aviation history and vintage aircraft, Ma came to meet with 92year-old retired Lieutenant Colonel Harold Javitt, USAF. Javitt is a former member of the 1st American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Chinese Air Force. Nicknamed the Flying Tigers, the group consisted of three squadrons with approximately 30 aircraft each. It was composed of pilots from the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC), Navy (USN), and Marine Corps (USMC), recruited under presidential authority and commanded by Claire Lee Chennault. The fierce sharkfaced nose art of the Flying Tigers remains one of the most recognizable images of any individual combat aircraft or combat unit of World War II. The Flying Tigers were responsible for defending China against Japanese forces during World War II. Javitt and his family members have been invited to participate in Taiwan’s military parade held to celebrate the 70th anniversary of victory over Japan.

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President Ma toured the Air Museum’s famous and rare collection of more than 200 vintage aircraft with Museum founder, Charles Nichols, viewing World War II planes, including a F5E Tiger II (originally donated to the museum), a Doolittle’s Raiders B-25 Mitchell, and a P-40 Warhawk. For more than 40 years, the Yanks Air Museum has maintained the highest standard of excellence in finding, restoring, preserving, and showcasing civilian and military aircraft. Comprising one of the largest aviation collections in the world, Yanks Air Museum ranks among the best. Yanks’ aircraft are uniquely restored and reconstructed to their original factory specifications. The museum grants visitors access to view the restoration process in detail, as it occurs in the museum’s restoration hangar. Many of their aircraft are the only surviving examples of their kind, so rare that they may never fly. These aircraft embody the very essence of Yanks Air Museum and their commitment to preservation.

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by Steve Weaver

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eing unsure of your aircraft’s attitude is one of the most stressful situations that one can encounter in an airplane. Whether the occasion is due to failure of the aircraft’s instruments to accurately give situational information or due to your own false sensations, it makes short work of one’s peace of mind in the air. I have been lucky in my flying with only two occasions when I wasn’t sure exactly what the aircraft was doing. The first time was during a night approach to a mountain airport, done very early in my instrument flying career. At a critical moment on that flight, every nerve and sensation in my body screamed that the Grumman I was flying had decided to finish the approach while lying on its right side. Only the stern words of my instrument instructor echoing in my head saved me. “This will happen, and when it does, ignore everything else and believe your instruments!” I did that and soon the airplane returned to flying with the right side up. The second time was in a Cessna 421 in CAVU conditions, believe it or not. I was at 15,000 feet and had caught a tremendous mountain wave that pegged the rate of climb indicator while the nose was pointed down. It was brief and not a safety concern, but I thought the momentary disorientation was interesting. My last experience and the subject of this story, was recently while operating a Massy Fergerson 340. To save you from reaching for your copy of Jane’s All The World Aircraft, let me point out that this is a farm tractor, not an airplane. Let me explain.

My daughter, the one who argues like a Connecticut lawyer because that’s what she is, called me this spring just before I left California for West Virginia, to tell me that she had received a quote of “about $20,000” to remove the dead and dying diseased spruce on her property in North West Connecticut. She asked, “did I have any ideas?” Well, I did of course, given the fact that 30 odd years ago I had, with the help of a friend, logged the timber from my land that I needed to build a house. And she was my little girl after all, and this was something I could do to help her. So, within about a week of arriving with the fifth wheel at my West Virginia place, I hooked the flat bed trailer to the Ford, loaded my trusty farm tractor and all my long, unused logging tools and drove the 550 miles to Stephanie’s house. In my opinion, the Blue Spruce is one of the prettiest evergreens you will see when healthy, but their disease and death at my daughter’s formally bucolic home had left it looking like the backside of the moon. Surveying the property, I found there were about 20 of the distressed trees, measuring from 40 to 60 feet in height. So for the next three months, my days consisted of working at the aircraft business via the computer and the phone during the mornings and spending afternoons in the trees with the chain saw and the tractor. I felled the trees, then reduced them to pieces small enough to move with the tractor and bucket to an area that I had cleared deep in the property's woods. At last, the trees were down, the ground cleaned up, and down in the

woods the “Creature Condo” built of tree parts had grown to the size of a small house. It was time to load up and head back to West Virginia. Early the next morning, I once again hitched the trailer to the Ford and began backing the tractor up the ramps and onto the flat bed. The morning’s dew on the ramps combined with the uphill incline where the trailer was parked caused the tractor wheels to spin, and it refused to back onto the trailer. My solution was to turn the truck and trailer around and move it over to a graveled road, which ran steeply down a grade, thereby easily backing the tractor onto the trailer while the truck and trailer faced down the hill. My excellent idea worked well, and with the help of the grade, the tractor backed easily up the ramps and onto the very end of the 24-foot trailer. Just as I was congratulating myself for my solution to the loading problem, something began to feel vaguely wrong. I struggled for a moment to put my finger on exactly what it was, but now, in the periphery of my vision, I noticed that the trees along the road beside me seemed to be – well, moving. My mind rejected that idea as impossible and quickly cast about for another reason for this impression. When nothing was forthcoming quickly, I turned my head enough to see that it wasn't the trees that were moving, but instead it was me on the tractor that rested on the trailer, which was hooked to the truck, and we were all moving hell for leather down the hill, me facing backwards. After coming to terms with this sad

Beginning with a first-round draw against Hannes Arch, the 2008 World Champion from Austria who came into Spielberg as one of the favorites, Team Chambliss pulled off one upset after another at the Red Bull Ring on last month. After Chambliss had flown a clean, sub-59-second time on a track riddled with crosswinds topping 17 knots, Arch shocked his home crowd by hitting one of the Start Gate pylons and subsequently exiting the track to ensure a safe flight, ending his race. In the Round of Eight, Chambliss, the title winner in 2004 and 2006, used every skill in his extensive arsenal to squeak past opponent Pete McLeod of Canada for his first Final Four

appearance of the season. Chambliss' third place finish was right behind the two men who have been battling for the top of the World Championship leaderboard all year, Matt Hall of Australia and Paul Bonhomme of Great Britain. “It’s been a long time – I was starting to forget what that podium champagne smells like,” said Texas native, mentioning that the next stop just happens to be in his home state. “There’s always pressure at home, but this is not my first rodeo, and I’m pretty used to dealing with that. I’d love to win in Fort Worth, but then I love to win everywhere.” Australia’s Hall won the Red Bull Air Race World Championship race in the

Austrian Alps with an emphatic victory, beating the UK's Bonhomme into second place. The heart-stopping win in front of 20,000 spectators gives the Aussie 50 world championship points and narrowed Bonhomme's lead in the world's fastest motorsport series to just five points. The 2015 Red Bull Air Race World Championship moved on to its final two stops in the United States, in Fort Worth, Tex. on Sept. 26-27 and will be in Las Vegas on Oct. 17-18. In the Red Bull Air Race, which is the official world championship of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI), the world's top pilots endure forces of up to 10G as they navigate as precisely as possible through

fact, my next thought was that I had forgotten to put the truck in park. As confusion reigned and my synapses fired like Gatling Guns in a vain attempt to catch up with what was occurring, the little recorder in my head that notes such things without conscience effort was running. When I later replayed the incident, I found that during our wild ride down the gravel road, I had been peering over my right shoulder at the runaway truck while stomping with all my strength on the immobile tractor’s brakes and twisting its steering wheel in a vain attempt to steer the truck located some 25 feet to my rear. The whole affair ended as the road leveled out and the truck left the road and nosed into the woods just as it was about to stop. The trailer had jackknifed into the rear fender of the truck, and there was a small dent, but no other damage to the equipment. Other than my pride, I was unscathed. The NTSB (Neighborhood Transgression Scrutinizing Board) concluded the cause of the incident was operator error. Due to the gravel and the grade, the transfer of weight caused by the tractor pushing down on the rear of the trailer subsequently caused the front of the trailer to take the weight from the rear truck wheels via the trailer hitch, to the point where they slid on the gravel. The duly chastened operator completed the trip to West Virginia without further incident.

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(Red Bull Air Races) a low-level slalom track marked by 80foot high air-filled pylons. Results Spielberg: 1. Matt Hall (AUS), 2. Paul Bonhomme (GBR), 3. Continued on Page 19

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Continued from Page 16 Dominica, Haiti, and Nicaragua. The reason for the president’s visit to Yanks Air Museum was two fold. He wanted to express his gratitude to the American airmen of the Flying Tigers, who served in China’s war of resistance against Japan. He is also seeking to uphold the Republic of China government’s campaign to support an interpretation of history, which runs counter to claims by the mainland People’s Republic of China. Beijing has

always maintained that the Communist Party of China was the mainstay in the war of resistance against Japan. President Mao disputes that claim. During the war, the Communist Party of China supported two guerrilla forces – the Eighth Route Army and New Fourth Army. They rescued dozens of American airmen who were shot down by the Japanese in their mission against targets in occupied China. However, the pilots of the ROC Air Force who served

under Claire Lee Chennault’s Chinese American Composite Wing took the brunt of the campaign when they launched an air war against Japan with their American counterparts. The Flying Tigers bombed Taiwan only twice before the end of the war but downed 296 opposing aircraft while only losing 14 pilots. However, the raid against Hsinchu on Nov. 25, 1943 was the first American bombing against the island after the outbreak of the Pacific War. It became more

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Charles Nichols, President Ma Ying jeou, Lt. Col. H. Javitt, USAF, retired. (Courtesy of Yanks Air Museum)

controversial because all American aircraft that flew in the mission were launched from Mainland China, which still remains a major threat to Taiwan’s national security. Ma was blamed for not viewing history from the perspective of the Taiwanese people. “After all, the communists did not have an air force during World War II,” said Liu Chao-shiuan, the first retired premier of the ROC to serve under President Ma. “It is a legacy that Mainland China can never steal from the ROC.” In order to gain moral support from the United States during the Cold War era, Chennault and Madame Chiang Kai-shek launched their “Flying Tigers Diplomacy.” Chennault remained a staunch anti-communist and a loyal supporter of Chiang Kai-shek until his death from lung cancer in 1958. After he passed away, the ROC government erected his statue in Taipei New Park to honor him at the request of Madame Chiang. The American and Chinese veterans who served under Chennault worked extremely hard to maintain this historical bond between the ROC and USA for decades after Washington switched its diplomatic recognition of China from the ROC to the PRC in 1979. Now that the pendulum is swinging back, President Ma has returned to his policy of “Flying Tiger Diplomacy” to try to repair relations with the U.S. It has received a warm response from his American friends and veterans of both nations. Chen Hung-chuan, former deputy commander for the ROC Air Force who once served as a pilot under Claire Chennault, presented an A-2 flying jacket that the Flying Tigers wore during the war to President Ma in 2013. Ma has worn the jacket on various public occasions, including the New Year flag raising ceremonies held in 2014 and 2015. Ma Ying-jeau is the 12th President of ROC. He was born in 1950 in Hong Kong, the only male in a family of five siblings. It was only a year after his birth that his family relocated to Taiwan from Hong Kong, where they have lived ever Continued on Page 19

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The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) recently congratulated the FAA on its selection of two senior executives, Marke “Hoot” Gibson and Earl Lawrence, to lead the agency’s efforts to safely integrate Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) into the U.S. airspace system. “I’ve known both Hoot Gibson and Earl Lawrence for decades, working closely with them in my current role at GAMA and in prior positions,” GAMA President and CEO Pete Bunce said. “The FAA could not have picked two better individuals to facilitate the safe development of standards for the production and operations of unmanned systems.

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Kirby Chambliss (USA), 4. Martin Sonka (CZE), 5. Pete McLeod (CAN), 6. Matthias Dolderer (GER), 7. Michael Goulian (USA), 8. Peter Besenyei (HUN), 9. Nicolas Ivanoff (FRA), 10. Yoshihide Muroya (JPN), 11. Juan Velarde (ESP), 12. Hannes Arch (AUT), 13. Nigel Lamb (GBR), 14. François Le Vot (FRA) World Championship standings: 1. Bonhomme 55 points, 2. Hall 50, 3. Arch 30, 4. Sonka 23, 5. McLeod 18, 6. Lamb 17, 7. Dolderer 15, 8. Muroya 11, 9. Ivanoff 11, 10. Goulian 10, 11. Chambliss 9, 12. Besenyei 8, 13. Velarde, 14. Le Vot

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Continued from Page 18 since. Ma graduated from the National Taiwan University with a Bachelors Degree in Law. His quest for higher education brought him to the U.S., where he earned a Masters Degree in Law from New York University, and a doctoral degree from Harvard, specializing in Law of the Sea and International Economics. Yanks Air Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. General admission starts at only $11, featuring $5 entry for children ages 5-11, and offers a discounted rate of $10 for all seniors 65 and over. Experience Open Cockpit adventures on the third Saturday of every month, where children and visitors of all ages can climb aboard and into the cockpits of featured aircraft. Go for a flight on a historic aircraft. Group tours are available and memberships are always welcome. Visit them at www.yanksair.com, or on Facebook at YanksAir.

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“Hoot and I served as instructor pilots 35 years ago at Reese Air Force Base, and our fighter pilot careers crossed paths many times during our Air Force careers,” Bunce continued. “Late in his military career, Hoot was very successful in using his tactical expertise to help the Air Force field unmanned systems and capabilities to support combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. More

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recently, in my role as Co-Chair of the NextGen Institute’s Industry Management Council, Hoot worked closely with GAMA on the Equip 2020 efforts to remove hurdles for the adoption of ADS-B in unmanned and manned aircraft by the year 2020. “While at the Experimental Aircraft Association, Earl was the driving force behind the establishment of the light

sport category of aircraft,” Bunce noted. “Additionally, in 2007, Earl was our partner when the GA associations launched the effort to rewrite the rules for certifying Part 23 aircraft. In his more recent FAA career, Earl has done an awesome job as head of the Small Airplane Directorate. He has been a leading force behind the removal of regulatory barriers Continued on Page 21

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alph T. Robinson turned 93 this month. That’s an impressive number in anybody’s book. Ralph managed to accumulate a few impressive numbers in his life, and he’s still adding to them. Ralph’s father, who once worked for the Wright Brothers in Dayton, Ohio, bought an eleven-year-old Ralph a ride on a Ford Tri-Motor. He was instantly enamored with flight and spent many adoles-

cent hours building wood and tissue model airplanes. In 1939, at 17, Ralph spent three dollars to take his first flight lesson in a Piper J-3 Cub at Metropolitan Airport in Van Nuys, Calif. Ralph rode his bike to his lessons via Balboa Blvd. in LA when it was a dirt road. In 1942, Ralph graduated from Los Angeles City College with an AA in Aeronautical Engineering and landed his first job with Douglas Aircraft. That same year, he married his high school sweetheart, Madeleine Twait. With WWII in

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full swing and the prospect of being drafted into the walking Army, Ralph opted to enlist in the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet Program. After a successful first year of training, Ralph was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant with a rating of Pilot in Feb. 1943. During those days, Ralph flew a Vultee BT-13, North American AT6, and a Cessna UC-78 also known as the Bamboo Bomber. Not only did Ralph Robinson have an ability to learn and fly, the Army Air Corps discovered his ability to teach. Ralph instructed as many as five students at a time, and he ultimately became an instructor of instructors. Ralph remained stateside for the duration of WWII until receiving his separation papers in Nov. of 1945. Without delay, Ralph earned his civilian Flight Instructor Certificate and worked for Probert-Devine Aviation at Whiteman Airport in Pacoima, Calif. One of his students was an Air National Guard officer who inspired Ralph to join the Guard. Thus, Ralph began a 25-year career with the Air National Guard. Over the years, Ralph worked his way up through series of promotions to Lieutenant Colonel. Sometimes Guardsmen would be referred to as Sunday soldiers. But the Air National Guard afforded Ralph abundant flying opportunities, which kept him busy and fulfilled. Today’s pilots would envy his logbook entries. A partial list includes: a P-51, Douglas A-26 Invader, North American B-25, Beechcraft C-45, and a Douglas C-47. Although he ultimately logged more than 8,700 hours, it wasn’t without some close calls, including three dead-stick landings and a nearmiss in the Bamboo Bomber. Concurrent with his Guard duties, Ralph Robinson also embarked on a 25year career with The Lockheed Corporation in Van Nuys. Lockheed transferred Ralph to Northern California where he settled and raised his family in Sunnyvale. Ralph retired from Lockheed in 1986.

If it wasn’t enough to overlap his Air National Guard career with his Lockheed career, Ralph added another layer by helping establish Sundance Flying Club at Palo Alto Airport with Joe Oram in 1980. Ralph instructed there for the next 33 years. Imagine that, starting an endeavor at age 58 that would last 33 years. Ralph’s last instruction given was just two years ago at age 91. Ralph has been an AOPA member for 50-plus years. In 2006, he received the FAA’s Master Pilot Award for 50 years of safe operations. The fact is, however, he has conducted safe operations for more than 70 years. His flight instruction career also exceeds 70 years. His student count is deep into the hundreds, perhaps more. At last count, he flew 62 makes and models of airplanes. Ralph Robinson has racked up some impressive numbers in his life. The best one might be outside of aviation, though. He and his wife, Maddie, just celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary. Their mutual care and affection are evident and, no doubt, there is an unsung hero living with Ralph. If you have the privilege of meeting Ralph, you will meet a man who is six feet, two inches tall, physically fit, has a firm handshake, and is as much of a gentleman as you may ever know.

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A website devoted to sport parachuting’s colorful history offers a window into the evolution of man’s interest in freefall and parachutes. The “Encyclopedia of All Things Skydiving” (http://SkydivingEncyclopedia.com) is a new online presence for a planned museum exploring the history of skydiving around the world. Its WIKI format invites registered visitors to contribute their personal experiences in skydiving, with an eye toward building a comprehensive resource for future generations of freefallers. Website content includes early accounts of people jumping from buildings, bridges, balloons and finally, aircraft using some sort of decelerator. A wide range of topics trace the history of parachuting equipment, the people who designed it, and how it has been used over time––by thrill-seeking barnstormers who were the face of early aviation for many, for commercial cargo delivery, for aerospace and military purposes in both war and peacetime, and by today’s skydivers. Many of the WIKI’s encyclopedic entries have been thoroughly researched by long-time skydiving author Madden (Pat) Works, who has written several books on the sport since the 1970s and is an advisor to the Skydiving Museum’s Collections and Curating Committee, which Dan Poynter chairs. Pat has attempted to verify previously written historical accounts of events by revisiting original source documents as well as secondary sources such as period-

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public servants is not only good for the UAS industry and its growing role in general aviation, but good for the global aviation community that is being drastically challenged by the need to allow operations of these machines in airspace where deconfliction with manned aircraft is of paramount concern,” Bunce concluded. Services, and NATA Aviation Solutions. NATA’s Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program is now underwritten by QBE and includes the “Good Experience Return.” “The acquisition of IFBOA strengthens NATA significantly. The NATA Board took advantage of this opportunity to move very strategically to ensure longterm benefits for the entire aviation business community and to strengthen our collective voices with a unified message heard loudly and clearly in Washington,” concluded Hendricks.

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The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) recently joined with 27 other global aviation trade associations and company executives in calling on governments around the world to support the industry’s efforts to reduce CO2 emissions. Among other things, the group urged action at next year’s General Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to approve a meaningful market-based measure for global aviation emissions. “The global general aviation manufacturing industry joins with other sectors of the aviation industry in urging governments to implement measures that will ensure we achieve our common goal of improved efficiency and sustainability,” GAMA President and CEO Pete Bunce said. “We have issued ambitious efficiency goals and are working hard to achieve them, but we cannot do this alone. This letter outlines the actions we expect governments and legislatures to take to ensure success.” In the open letter released at the Global Sustainable Aviation Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, industry leaders urged governments to undertake air traffic management reform and investment; to support research into new technology, operations, and sustainable alternative fuels; to improve intermodal transport planning; to adopt policies to make alternative fuels available commercially; and to agree at ICAO on a single, global carbon offsetting scheme to stabilize aviation emissions growth, as well as the first-ever

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CO2 emission standard for new aircraft. Aviation industry leaders, including GAMA, and other stakeholders are meeting in Geneva under the auspices of the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG). The meeting takes place just 60 days before the Conference of the Parties (COP-21) climate negotiations in Paris under the UN’s Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and as work intensifies at ICAO to develop and adopt both a global market-based measure and a CO2 emission standard for aircraft at next year’s 39th General Assembly.

Notes: • In 2009, GAMA and the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) made the following three commitments: 1) achieving carbon-neutral growth by 2020; 2) improving fuel efficiency by two percent per year until 2020, and; 3) reducing CO2 emissions by 50 percent by 2050 relative to 2005. For details, see http://www.gama.aero/media-center/pressreleases/content/global-business... • The open letter can be read at www.enviro.aero/openletter • A report detailing case studies of current climate action projects is available through www.enviro.aero/ climatesolutions • The Air Transport Action Group is a coalition of organizations and companies throughout the air transport industry that drive the sustainable development of the air transport sector. www.atag.org

Skydiving’s History

Continued from Page 21 ing’s collective past, present, and future.

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’ve had so much fun thinking about how many times and places we see and use the word: “service.” Here are a few of my thoughts on this important word. (Please feel free to share some of your favorites and not so favorites). I know I’ll miss some, but for starters, I was in the Service ... and I’m very proud of it. How many times have you heard the word used when there is a uniform involved? I couldn’t guess the amount of service stations I’ve used, and how I evaluated each of them. I still do. Ever wonder why they’re called “Service Stations?” A great meal at your favorite restaurant with bad service becomes a least favorite place. On the other hand, great service at your favorite greasy spoon or drive through becomes a regular. I’ve always loved this: A good meal served badly ends up being a bad meal. Bad food coupled with good service is what you remember and will go back to. In conversations about retail stores, hotels, and other places of pleasure, the questions of service always comes up. We can’t help ourselves; we all are aware of the “service” provided. Of course we refer to some of our religious moments in our places of wor-

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ship as, “How was the Service?” I’m sure you can think of, and probably add, many places that you frequent based on their service. Now ... start thinking outside the box. Eating is not the only place we look for and want good service. How about at your airport: the maintenance facilities for your regular oil changes and annuals? Or, maybe just a simple question being answered seriously on the same day you ask it. We unconsciously want good service – I’d suggest asking for it. We all know the difference between good and bad service and live with it everyday. We get good and bad service from our tower personnel, and we know the difference. Those of us at PAO are spoiled because of the great service.

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parking was really nice. Okay, okay, that’s enough.

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I had to share this with you, and I’m hoping not to ruin your day ... while flying a cross country, I saw this sign and needed to share it. The sign read, “We serve the world’s ‘Biggest Burritos.’” That was a hard one to pass on, and that’s all we talked about for the next few hundred miles . . . we were trying to imagine what the world’s biggest burrito would look like. Now don’t ask me why we didn’t stop and get one ... I don’t have the answer. I couldn’t find the sign on the way back.

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Here’s some information I received from the Department of Motor “V” in my mail recently: “Anyone who holds an FAA airman certificate must understand how the federal aviation regulations define ‘motor vehicle action’ and the consequences of not making the required reports of such an action to the Civil Aviation Security Division of the FAA within the time prescribed in 14 CFR 61.15.” No, I have no idea what this means.

Now we’re talking about serious service. Think about it. The motels and vacation spots we might visit. Ski Lifts, house keeping, front desk, and the list just keeps going ... we all want service. We want to feel special; therefore, we want the best. The turkey was dry, but the service was great. The food was okay, but the

My feelings about losing/eliminating the Third Class Medical are certainly no secret. I’m loving the fact that I’m seeing it on my television and getting a ton of junk mail many times during the week, and I think I’ve been seen actually praying that it will happen. My personal flying future could be in question since I’ll be 100 in just 25 years. Come on, fellow old people and

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“We’re fortunate to have found a leader with Bill’s aviation and education background,” said Donna Wilt, SAFE Board of Directors Chair. “We believe he has the right stuff to lead SAFE .” Moyle has more than 13,000 flight hours and holds an FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate with type ratings for a Boeing 727 and Cessna Citation 500 series. He has served as a captain, first officer, instructor, and check airman for two nation-

al airlines and is an active FAA-certificated flight and ground instructor and a long-time member of the FAA’s FAASTeam. The new SAFE Executive Director began his long aviation education and training career in 1974 as a vocational technical high school instructor in Connecticut, then moved to Danbury Airlines where he instructed in Cessna Citations and developed systems training for the company. He guided electrical and mechanical training

programs at Kimberly Clark corporation and has been an MD80 Team Leader at McDonnell Douglas, where he developed programs for aircraft avionics, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. More recently, Moyle was FlightSafety International’s program manager for the Cessna CE500 Citation series and served as an examiner and instructor. Moyle officially assumed his SAFE leadership role on Sept. 17.

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MOYLE SELECTED

After a six-month nationwide search, the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has selected veteran aviation educator, Bill Moyle, as the organization’s second Executive Director. Moyle, of Waxahachie, Tex., succeeds organization co-founder, Doug Stewart, who stepped down last year to continue instructing in technically advanced aircraft. Former SAFE Board Chair, John Dorcey, served as interim ED during the transition.

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In Flight USA Celebrating 31 Years

October 2015

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(This feature is part of the “Through Airmen’s Eyes” series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.)

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Senior Airman, Brian McLean, an 11th Space Warning Squadron, Future Operations Flight staff instructor, is the main point of contact for HEO-3 training and operations. In his spare time, he writes fictional short stories. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Darren Scott)

shouldn’t even be doing anything right now. It should just be up there, waiting for us to launch HEO-4, so we can take HEO-1 and 2 and do other things with them,” McLean said. “So the fact that it’s up in the air and actively in operations right now is great. It really is a point of pride to actually sit back, now that we have HEO-3 up and running, and the operators I’ve trained are actually performing the mission. It’s exhilarating.” Staff Sgt. Tim Lukenbaugh, the NCO in charge of future operations and McLean’s supervisor, says having an Airman like him is a vital asset to the mission and makes his job all the more enjoyable. “It’s easy, he just goes,” Lukenbaugh said. “You give him one thing, and he’ll do everything you tell him to do better than you ask for. No arguing, no complaining, no negativity. You talk to any leadership in our squadron, and they’ll give you the same answer: I’ll do anything for that guy. That’s the kind of reputation he has.” Operations and training aren’t the only thing McLean authors. He is also a passionate writer, having minored in creative writing in college. Despite the highspeed work environment of his job, he still finds the time to practice what he loves. “I have a great idea in my head, and I need to get it out, that way I can breathe, exhale, walk away and do something else,” McLean said. “It’s always something I’ve been passionate about. I’d love to write a book someday, even if it is just some project on the side.” McLean treats his writing just as seriously as he treats his work, devoting himself to his writing with passion and drive. He said when he gets in the zone, it’s like when the HEO-3 got up and running; it’s a great feeling. Continued on Page 27

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An exciting new online publication, Drone Coalition, launched on Sept. 8 in conjunction with the InterDrone 2015 Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas, with the goal of bringing extensive information and current trends into the spotlight. “Drones” or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) are quickly becoming one of the foremost emerging global technologies. With an unlimited amount of applications that include fire/rescue, agriculture, land surveying, wildlife management, real estate, visual arts, and utility management, drones are capturing the imagination of the public. Drone Coalition was created and developed by publishing and technology veterans Jeff Foster and Scott Gentry. Both Foster and Gentry were passionate about establishing a drone publication to provide unbiased content across vertical industries that would serve both professionals and non-professionals. Their partnership solidifies the opportunity to experience the type of reliable journalism that brings relevance about drone commerce to a wider audience. Gentry explains, “From drone reviews, hard-hitting legal issues, how-to articles, case studies, industry updates, tips and tricks, aerial photography and video, Drone Coalition is going to be the one place to get ‘all’ of your drone information. Add to that a team of experts writing about the latest trends in drone technology covering everything from Hollywood film production to the DIY hobbyist that extends from the vineyards of the Napa Valley to the real estate of New York City.” By aggregating the finest industry names that offer a wide range and diversity, Drone Coalition provides insightful information covering the entire area of drone use. “We are thrilled that our jour-

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Continued from Page 26 “When I’m in the zone, I don’t even notice the sun come up, I don’t notice the sun go down,” McLean said. “I’m completely in the moment for that story. When you actually get done with it, and you physically have something in front of you that you’re proud of, it’s a great feeling.” McLean is proud of the work he’s done and has confidence in the work he has yet to do. In a career field that often deals with spacecraft thousands of miles away, he says having something tangible

nalists represent some of the leading experts in drone technology who are actively working in their perspective fields,” Foster stated. “They are on the front line, constantly pushing the forward edge of unmanned and autonomous robotics, which makes them continually sought-after as speakers for conferences such as NAB, InterDrone Expo, Drone World Expo, and the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.” The impressive line up of journalists includes: Andrew Baker, Lisa Ellman, Sally French, Mike Fortin, Jeff Foster, Kerry Garrison, Colin Smith, and Gretchen West, along with guest writers from around the world. Each contributor has a rich and unique background allowing them to cover specific topics such as photographic imaging, videography, cinematography, maker/builder and DIY, FAA policies, industrial mapping and SaR (Search and Rescue). According to publishers Gentry and Foster, the vision for Drone Coalition also includes collaboration with drone conference leaders as well as the foremost manufacturers like DJI, 3DR, Parrot, Yuneec, Blade, GoPro, SenseFly, Boeing, Amazon, NASA, and more. Drone Coalition’s mission is not only to provide content to help publicize current directions in the drone industry, but to support a growing community of drone enthusiasts.

to see is encouraging. “It’s hard to shake that feeling of accomplishment when you sit there and see all the work just paid off. That’s where it is, right there. When I write a story, it’s the exact same way. I did something, I accomplished something that is my own voice, no one’s ever going to replicate it the same way I do.” Whether he’s creating plans for new space operators or a new fictional world, McLean can rest easy knowing he not only can create a hero but be one as well.

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Paul Bonhomme won his fourth Red Bull Air Race of the season last month in Fort Worth with a sensational performance in the Texas heat, but Australia’s Matt Hall stayed right on his heels in the championship battle with a solid second place finish. Japan’s Yoshi Muroya got his second podium of the season with third place in the high-speed, low-altitude racing just above the tarmac of the Texas Motor Speedway with the pilots hitting speeds of up to 230 mph. It was a disappointing day for the Americans with Michael Goulian taking ninth and Kirby Chambliss eleventh. Saving his best flying of the weekend for the moment when it counted most in the Final Four race, Bonhomme was invincible in the race track and said he was absolutely thrilled to get his 19th career victory in front of a big Texas crowd of more than 30,000 spectators at the famous NASCAR race track. The two-time world champion from Britain stopped the clock in 55.285 seconds with Hall trailing close behind in 56.052 seconds. Hall flew superbly to get second place and keep the championship race alive with his sixth podium in seven races this season. Going into the final race of the season in Las Vegas on Oct. 18, Bonhomme leads the championship with 67 points after getting 12 for the win in Fort Worth while Hall is still within striking range on 59 points. “It was really hard work, and we put a lot of hard work into winning this,” said Bonhomme, who said he was trying not to pay attention to the championship standings, as the pressure is building but rather focusing on winning the next race. “Let’s see what happens in Las Vegas.” Hall, whose win in the last race in

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Paul Bonhomme was invincible on the race track at Fort Worth. (Red Bull Air Races) Spielberg, Austria turned the title race into a tense two-man battle, sounded confident he could still make up the eightpoint gap and overtake Bonhomme. “We’ve been consistent all year, so we’ll keep pushing him,” said Hall, who has been second in four races this season. The battle for third place also heated up with Martin Sonka, who got fourth place in Fort Worth, moved to 28 points and within two points of Hannes Arch of Austria (30). Nigel Lamb of Britain (20), Pete McLeod of Canada (19), and Matthias Dolderer of Germany (19) are all also in the chase for third place. Results Fort Worth, Texas: 1. Paul Bonhomme (GBR), 2. Matt Hall (AUS), 3. Yoshihide Muroya (JPN), 4. Martin Sonka (CZE), 5. Matthias Dolderer (GER), 6. Nigel Lamb (GBR), 7. Nicolas Ivanoff (FRA), 8. Pete McLeod (CAN), 9. Michael Goulian (USA), 10. Hannes Arch (AUT), 11. Kirby Chambliss (USA), 12. Peter Besenyei (HUN), 13. Juan Velarde (ESP), 14. Francois Le Vot (FRA) World Championship Standings: 1. Bonhomme 67 points, 2. Hall 59, 3. Arch 30, 4. Sonka 28, 5. Lamb 20, 6. McLeod 19, 7. Dolderer 19, 8. Muroya 18, 9. Ivanoff 13, 10. Goulian 10, 11. Chamblis 9, 12. Besenyei 8, Velarde 0, Le Vot 0.

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cult as most rusty pilots think. Come to free Rusty Pilots program, and AOPA will help you understand what’s changed in aviation since you’ve last took the controls. It is easier to get back into the air than most people think! No FAA checkride or test is required, and you may not need a medical, depending on the categoContinued on Page 38

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ORLANDO–AN EXTRAORDINARY CULINARY DESTINATION

uring my freshman year at the University of Wisconsin, I met a student from Orlando, Fla. Her name was Nina. My attention was drawn to her because I had never met anyone named Nina. Wisconsin, a melting pot for immigrants from Scandinavia and Germany was populated with girls named Mary, Nancy, Susan, or Joyce. I do recall one girl named Nora but not a single Nina. Nina hailed from a town with which neither my fellow students nor I were familiar. Actually, none of us in the early 1950s had ever heard of Orlando, Fla. Nina soon became a target of warm and friendly teasing – “Nina from Orlando.” Once populated by Creek and other Native American tribes, this city of modest origin is now one of the largest growing metropolitan areas in America. It boasts more than 62 million visitors each year – the country’s record. The two millionsquare-foot convention center is the country’s second largest – exceeded only by Chicago. Disney World, of course, is a world-renowned destination. Orlando International Airport, once a grass strip, then an Army Air Force base, now receives daily flights from as far away as Dubai.

Airports

There is no shortage of airports in the Orlando area. Orlando International Airport (KMCO) is the epicenter – not to be confused with Orlando Sanford International Airport (KSFB), which is about 21 miles north. Sanford, about 16 miles from Orlando, and formerly a Naval base, is now primarily devoted to general aviation training. Orlando International is about six miles southeast of Orlando. At an elevation of 94 feet, the field has two sets of parallel runways. R18L/36R and R18R/36L, both 12,000 feet long. R17R/35L is 10,000 feet long and R17L/35R is 9,000 feet long. ILS, RNAV and VOR/DME approaches are available on virtually every runway. I recommend Atlantic, 800/704-4147 as your FBO. Just three miles east of Orlando, Executive Airport (KORL) is 113 feet above sea level. Runway 7/25 is 6,004 feet long and Runway 13/31 is 4,625 feet long. Both R7 and 25 have ILS and RNAV approaches. Atlantic is my FBO of choice, 407/894-7331.

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Orlando has hotel rooms sufficient to accommodate the entire populations of a small city. Visitors have a choice of staying near Disney World, downtown, or adjacent to the other major attractions. For my recent trip, I decided to explore a few hotels near the convention center. I selected these establishments because they were virtually equidistant from everything. To venture downtown, or to one of the popular attractions, all I had to do was hop on the I-Trolley (for around a buck), and be transported to any destination. Here are two of my favorite hotel discoveries: Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando 32819, 407/313-8400 A mere 15 minutes from the airport, connected to the Orange County Convention Center, in the heart of International Drive shopping and dining and within 15 minutes of Sea World, Universal Orlando, and Disney World, this hotel is strategically located. If “charismatic” is an appropriate adjective to describe a hotel, the word was made for the Hilton Orlando. A perceptible energy and personality emanates from the staff. It was palpable the minute I first walked into the stunning lobby. Every staff member I encountered comported himself or herself as if an old friend – and they were sincere. The immaculate, tastefully furnished guestrooms and suites are abundant in size and as comfortable as a home. Every amenity is at your fingertips from super speed Wi-Fi to coffee makers, executive style desks, and giant LCD-HD TVs.

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Hilton Waterways at night. (Courtesy Hilton Orlando) Hang out at one of the many pools, take a boat down the Lazy River, hit the jogging trail, or work out in one the best equipped gyms I’ve seen in any hotel. For sumptuous body pampering, visit the spa, salon, sauna, and steam room Planning an event for 1,000 of your best friends – or just a small wedding, pilot’s get-together, or top-secret board meeting? This 1,400-room hotel can accommodate any and all of them. Three ballrooms, one as large as 50,000 square feet, to secluded boardrooms and everything in-between will satisfy the most fastidious meeting planner. Sauntering through the lobby and other public areas, I could feel the congenial and satisfied buzz from the crowd. Commodious as this hotel is with all of its rooms and 175,000 square feet of meeting space, it’s still easy to carve out your own little niche, cuddle up, and never feel that you are in such a large complex. Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando 32819, 407/284-1234. Located approximately one block from the Hilton, the Hyatt Regency also

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Great spot for breakfast at the Hyatt Regency Orlando. (Courtesy Hyatt Orlando) joins the ranks as one of my favorite hotels in Orlando. These competing brands have united to form a consortium entitled, “Orlando 3000.” Between this duo, they have 3,000 rooms. Working together rather than jousting as competitors, it’s a win-win, both for these hotel operators and the consumer. The Hyatt offers more hustle-bustle than the Hilton, but it’s a pleasant and joyful hustle-bustle. If you enjoy people watching, a hotel that is a city into itself and with plenty of action, the Hyatt is for you. When you grow weary of the activity, you can retreat to your luxurious room or suite and feel completely insulated from the crowd. The 1,600 guestrooms and suites Continued on Page 31

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took a look at his panorama of goodies, I knew this article was destined to be transformed into a story about great cuisine. We hung around, became acquainted, and enjoyed a few beverages. As the food was assembled atop the buffet, I gathered all of the good manners I could summon. I did not want to be the first one to dig in, especially since “dinner is served” had not been announced, but when no one was looking, I grabbed a shrimp. Not too many years ago, a hotel dining room was the last place you would select for a special evening. Grumpy waiters in stiff, shiny tuxedos, somber dining rooms, and food the likes of military mess hall cuisine were generally what guests could expect. Today, a rising number of hotel chefs are trailblazers in the creation of superb and exciting cuisine. In recent years, some of the best cuisine I’ve ever had has been at hotel dining establishments. The enthusiastic, down-to-earth service personnel are generally dressed in casual attire. The white tablecloths have all but disappeared. The prices are on a par with freestanding restaurants. The food and beverage personnel have the passion, dedication, financial resource,s and talent to seek out the world’s best ingredients, many of which are local farm-to-table, and fashion them into flavors and textures the likes of which I’ve rarely experienced. For example, Hilton Orlando Executive Chef Louis Martorano, a bubbly, jovial Italian Continued on Page 31

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Continued from Page 30 guy and former pro baseball player from Brooklyn, makes almost daily pilgrimages to a talented group of local farmers and ranchers. Beef, poultry, seafood, lamb, and veal are raised just a few miles from his kitchens. Each of these hotels has an impressive array of restaurants. At the Hyatt, Fiorenzo Italian Steakhouse, the flagship restaurant, has an open kitchen with a pizza oven, plus an award-winning wine cellar. Urban Tide is a chic spot with fresh local seafood from grouper cheeks to Atlantic swordfish. The Bi-Line Diner has lighter cuisine, plus a selection of cakes, pies, and other homemade pastries. Down the road at the Hilton, Spencer’s for Steaks & Chops is on my “In Search of the Ultimate Steak” list. Mostly 28-day aged USDA prime beef is seared and grilled to perfection.

Banquets? Not a Rubber Chicken in Sight

We zigzagged between the two hotels and sampled some typical banquet cuisine. At other hotels, we’ve all experienced those dreary affairs where the food is served cold, the chicken could be used for a slingshot, and dessert consists of Jello. Generally, the banquet room decor is as boring as the food. But how about this? At the Hilton, we were served a southwestern lunch in a rustic storage room. The huge dining room table was an old barn door. The place was decorated with a delightful variety of colors and old farm stuff. Tacos and other south-of-the-border delicacies were served. Some of the best corn on the cob I’ve ever eaten was sizzling on a griddle. Lightly charred, the corn was brushed with mayo and Parmesan. Tummies still filled with lunch, we soon struggled off to dinner, an intimate room populated by a bunch of jolly cooks. Shrimp, huge scallops, and Italian rice balls were being cooked. Scallops require a deft touch, and the chef invited me to the stove and graciously gave me a few tips. Next came the main course – or courses! We started with a snow-white piece of turbot gently poached in a fresh pea nage. The next course consisted of several slices of sushi-grade tuna with baby arugula and a tomato confit. Incidentally, the veggies had been harvested just hours before. Next, came hunks of lobster, baby carrots, fava beans, and fresh morels. The seafood emitted the fresh, pure fragrance of the sea. Chef was relentless: a loin lamb chop from a nearby ranch. For dessert, the pas-

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Not your ordinary banquet room. (Courtesy Hilton Orlando) try chef tempered some chocolate before our very eyes and made a variety of chocolate truffles. This was not a banquet – it was a festival! Meanwhile, back at the Hyatt, Executive Chef Lawrence Eells, a trifle more reserved than Louis, but equally as passionate and talented, was preparing more culinary surprises. On our arrival, we were met with a table of wrap sandwiches, greens, and perhaps America’s best potato salad and the most astounding corn chowder I’ve ever eaten. Chef Larry makes virtually everything from scratch, even the pickles. All pastries and breads are made in- house. The wrap sandwiches filled with beef, turkey, cheese, and avocado, were absolutely divine. Dinner should be a family pastime, and Chef Larry has introduced this concept to the banquet table. Our group of 20 sat down in a setting that resembled a residential dining room. As the courses were presented, Chef asked for volunteers, one to serve the soup, another to slice the bread, and another to carve the roast. Several of us pitched in and, within moments, the group felt like a family as we dined on a French chicken entry consisting of tender morsels of chicken with fresh baby vegetables in a delicate cream sauce and a perfectly prepared sirloin of beef. Chef Larry also offers several options from contemporary cuisine to Creole and country. He also fashions flavors from around the world. These menus change at the threshold of each season. Examples are a black eyed peas salad, Cajun Caesar salad, pork loin medallions with oyster dressing, chicken gumbo with andouille sausage, or a catch of the day with remoulade sauce. For those who prefer Latin American creations, the Argentinean beef stew with pumpkin, potatoes, corn, and peaches is outstanding as is the seared Mahi Mahi with ginger and cilantro butter. Desserts range from peach cobbler, Continued on Page 32

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Modaero is the result of the realization that the next generation of aviators are not looking for their fathers’ fly-in. They’re connected through technology; they are unconstrained by geography; they are highly mobile and social. They enjoy traditional aviation venues, but they want a fly-in to call their own. Modern. Cool. Theirs. And so Modaero was born. The first Modaero Fly-In & Conference is specifically scheduled to coincide with collegiate Spring Break and will be held at Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO) March 16-19, 2016. “The time has come for the aviation industry to address the decline of the GA population by empowering the growth demographic of the industry. Millennials, ages 16-39, represent more than 40 percent of all certificated pilots and 78 percent of Student Pilots,” according to Modaero Founder Brian Columbus, Publisher of the Atlantic Flyer News. “This demographic, despite being the most thriving in the industry, is lacking a real-world venue to celebrate their own version of aviation culture and community,” said Columbus. “We have seen an explosion in GA’s online and social media spheres, but there has been no purpose-built events targeting this growth demographic. We believe this level of community participation is the key to growing the aviation population again.” One person keenly aware of the digital community in aviation is Share Aviation founder and Modaero co-organizer, Jason Stewart. “The future of “GenAv” depends on active engagement with the Millennial Generation by all the key players in our industry,” said Stewart. “We know that the events at Modaero will provide tremendous oppor-

tunity to those players who wish to connect with the future of aviation and an avenue to start speaking to them on their terms.” Industry leaders, including the world’s largest pilot organization, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association, are adopting this approach. AOPA partnered with ShareAviation, the world’s largest online aviation community, this past February in an effort to reach a more diverse aviation demographic. The programming focus at Modaero will include aviation education, technology, careers, and culture. Events to be held on site include a National Aviation Career Fair, Aviation “Innovation Showcase,” Aero Products Expo, Modaero Scholarship awards, static aircraft displays, live outdoor entertainment, eclectic dining events, and more. Organizers have established NextGen Aero Incorporated as the nonprofit entity to host the Modaero event. The newly expanded Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport and adjacent Lone Star Conference Center serve as the event locations. Operating under a multiyear commitment, NextGen Aero will produce the event at the Montgomery County venues, which feature a 56,000square-foot Conference Center for educational programs, 32 acres of festival space for static aircraft/exhibition space, a 30-acre campground with space for 500 tents, parking for more than 1,500 cars, and aircraft parking sufficient to host the expected 500 fly-in aircraft. Event attendance space is limited, and Modaero’s organizers are offering pre-registration priority for those who sign up at their website modaero.net. Exhibitor Registration opens Oct. 1, 2015, and Attendee Registration opens Nov. 1, 2015.

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Continued from Page 31 peanut butter cake, Mississippi mud cake, dulce de leche chocolate cake, and guava cheesecake to a coffee pot de crème. In both hotels, these banquets, large or small, can be presented in a variety of unique venues – inside or out – even poolside. Whether dining in one of the restau-

rants or attending a banquet, each of these two remarkable hotels offers unparalleled cuisine – a resonant testimonial to this claim is that many locals stop by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Perhaps Nina had the last laugh. I would not be surprised to learn that, after college, she returned to Orlando and bought up miles of real estate for 10 bucks an acre.

SLING CONTINUES AROUND

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The 2015 Sling Around the World Expedition is once again underway! After a month’s long rest in Los Angeles, Patrick Huang of the Airplane Factory Asia was joined by Jean d’Assonville of The Airplane Factory USA, a veteran Sling circumnavigator, and the two took off from Torrance, Calif. for Hawaii on Saturday, Aug. 29th. Once situated in their trusty steed, the South African registered Sling ZUTWN, the pair made a quick fuel stop in San Luis Obispo, Calif. (KSBP) and then began the non-stop flight to Hawaii. They originally planned for a stop in Maui, but after favorable tailwinds and a fuel burn of four GPH, they amended plans and flew even further to Honolulu, PHNL. Total flight time was around 21.5 hours, and fuel used was 102 gallons. Leg: KTOA-KSBP-KHNL Distance: 2270.2 nm Time: 22.5 hours And to add to the excitement, three category four hurricanes hit the Pacific Ocean at the same time!

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Jean and Patrick earned a welldeserved rest after that remarkable leg.

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CLIMATE RESEARCHERS PLAN GLIDER MISSION

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ot a lot is known about the weather at 90,000 feet above the earth’s surface, so a team of scientists and aviators are going to fly there using an engineless aircraft to learn more about what the weather at such extreme altitudes has to say about climate change. It’s called the Perlan Project, and the glider the team will use – the Perlan Mission II glider – will attempt its first flight this month in Oregon, the first of many test flights before the aircraft rides a column of air rising off the Andes Mountains to 90,000 feet over South America sometime in 2016. The glider, technically a sailplane, will be the first manned glider in history to maintain level flight at such heights,

and it will do so without polluting the air around it with engines, according to commercial airplane manufacturer Airbus Group, the mission’s chief sponsor. Flying to the edge of space will give scientists a chance to study how different layers of the atmosphere interact at extreme altitudes, possibly the prelude to higher-altitude commercial flight, Airbus spokesman James Darcy said. Climate science will also be a major aspect of the mission, he said. “Currently climate change models are based on a theoretical understanding of how different layers of the atmosphere interact with each other,” Darcy said. “Models are perhaps more simple than they should be. The scientific aim of Perlan will be to better understand the weather in the upper reaches of the atmosphere and build a more accurate

model of what’s happening. That will drive more accurate predictability with respect to climate change.” How will an engineless aircraft glide to the edge of space? “The Perlan team is exploiting atmospheric mountain waves,” Darcy said. “These are waves that form where you have winds that form perpendicular to a mountain ridge and form a rising column of air. It combines with the polar vortex to drive these mountain waves into the stratosphere.” Though the testing takes place near Bend, Ore., the Perlan team will trek down to Argentina next year to find a high enough mountain ridge – the Andes – that is close enough to the southern polar vortex for conditions to be correct to propel the glider to 90,000 feet, where the air density is less than two per-

LYCOMING ENGINES PROJECT CITED AS CLIMATE SOLUTION

Lycoming Engines, an operating division of Avco Corporation, has been included as part of the Aviation Climate Solutions collection of 100 examples of how the aviation industry is collaborating to cut carbon dioxide emissions and help reduce its impact on climate change. Lycoming received this recognition for its ion nitriding project, which enabled the company to significantly reduce its environmental impact versus the previous process. Michael Gill, Executive Director of the Air Transport Action Group, a crossindustry association that published the report, said, “Aviation plays a vital role in the world economy, providing connectivity for people and business. Our industry has also taken a lead in climate action, putting in place a comprehensive framework and goals to reduce emissions from air transport. The Aviation Climate Solutions are a set of case studies showing how different parts of the industry all

over the world, including Lycoming Engines, are working together to reduce our climate impact.” Lycoming’s ion nitriding project eliminated hazardous waste streams, reduced emissions, and improved production efficiency. The project also included the construction of a more energy-efficient facility within the manufacturing plant to house the new processes. Some of the project’s measurable environmental impacts include: • Reduction of annual CO2 emissions by 1.2 million pounds • Reduction of annual electricity usage by 110,000 kWh • Reduction of annual water consumption by 400,000 gallons “Lycoming is committed to reducing our climate impact, and the implementation of our ion nitriding project is representative of that commitment. We are pleased that this project has been recognized as an Aviation Climate Solution,

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cent of what it is at sea level. On its first flight, a small jet will tow the Perlan 2 glider 5,000 feet, where it will be released. Flying for about 45 minutes, it will circle around the airport, perform some maneuvers, and then land. “This is one of the most audacious things we’ve seen in aviation in a very long term,” Darcy said. “The Perlan Project will look at high-altitude weather phenomena that have never been observed before.”

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and it is our hope that other companies will work to make positive changes to benefit our environment,” stated Michael Kraft, Lycoming Engines Senior Vice President and General Manager. Aviation Climate Solutions was released at the Global Sustainable Aviation Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, alongside an open letter from industry chief executives. which reaffirms the industry’s commitment to climate action; and calls on governments to support it with the development of a global market-based measure for aviation emissions, improved efficiency in air traffic management and accelerating research for alternative fuels and new technology. In 2008, the aviation sector became the first to set global goals to proactively manage its climate change impact. The industry will stabilize its net CO2 emissions from 2020 through a concept called carbon-neutral growth, whereby traffic

would continue to rise to meet the demands of society and the economy, but growth would be offset through a global market-based measure. The longer-term goal is to actually reduce net CO2 emissions from aviation to half of what they were in 2005, by 2050.

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NASA’s mission to send astronauts to deep space destinations where no other human has traveled has taken another important step forward with the completion of a critical milestone for the Orion spacecraft currently in production. Agency officials have completed a rigorous technical and programmatic review, confirming continued support of the program and establishing NASA’s commitment to the program’s technical, cost, and schedule baseline. This is the first time NASA has reached this level of progress for a spacecraft designed to take humans into deep space beyond the moon, including to an asteroid placed in lunar orbit and on the journey to Mars. “Our work to send humans out into the solar system is progressing,” said NASA Administrator Charles Bolden. “Orion is a key piece of the flexible architecture that will enable humanity to set foot on the Red Planet, and we are committed to building the spacecraft and other elements necessary to make this a reality.” A successful test of an uncrewed Orion capsule, Exploration Flight Test-1 (EFT-1), flew in Dec. 2014, providing important data that allowed engineers to identify risks associated with deep space flight and re-entry and use that knowledge to improve the design of Orion for its next test flights, Exploration Missions 1 and 2 (EM-1 and EM-2). Performance data has helped to improve manufacturing processes, as well. Engineers have already incorporated many of these improvements into elements of the EM-1 design, including the crew compartment or pressure vessel, which now is in fabrication and assembly at companies across the country. The ves-

Spacesuit engineers demostrate how four crrew members would be arranged for launch inside the Orion spacecraft, using a mockup to the vehicle at Johnson Space Center. (NASA/Robert Markowitz) sel is comprised of seven panels or secdevelopment cost baseline of $6.77 billion tions, and the first two of these were from Oct. 2015 through the first crewed miswelded together last week. When comsion (EM-2) and a commitment to be ready plete, this capsule will launch on NASA’s for a launch with astronauts no later than Space Launch System (SLS) rocket on April 2023. The commitment is consistent the first fully integrated flight test, EM-1. with funding levels in the president’s budget Astronauts will fly on Orion for the request. Conservative cost and schedule first time on EM-2. That mission will commitments outlined in the KDP-C align the Orion Program with program managebuild on the results of the EM-1 flight ment best practices that account for potential with additional requirements that the technical risks and budgetary uncertainty Orion capsule includes fully integrated beyond the program’s control. environmental control and life support systems; controls; and communications “As we take these steps to develop designed specifically for the human operthe capabilities we need to send astronauts ation; and advanced launch and re-entry deep into space, we’re also aligning how spacesuits for the crew. The recent we manage our human exploration sysreview, culminating in what is known tems development programs to ensure we within NASA as Key Decision Point C are prepared for unforeseen future hur(KDP-C), includes all of these technologdles,” said Robert Lightfoot, NASA assoical advancements, and approval repreciate administrator. “We’re committing to sents agency support for this work and this funding and readiness level to stay on the Orion program plan. the journey we’ve outlined to get to Mars.” The decision commits NASA to a Orion engineers now are executing a

Albert J. Plawinski, a second-year student at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law, has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to compel it to comply with the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Plawinski has been doing research for a professor on the FAA’s sluggish response to drones, which he calls “exciting new aviation technology.” On June 5 of this year, Plawinski filed a FOIA request with the FAA asking it to release the contents of Certificates of Authority (COAs) it has granted to nearly 1,700 applicants for “sec-

tion 333 exemptions” allowing them to fly small unmanned aircraft (“drones”) commercially. The FAA has not sent Plawinski the information he requested. “What I’ve asked for – the COAs – set specific limitations on drone flights to reduce risks of mid-air collisions with other aircraft and crashes that jeopardize people on the ground,” Plawinski explained. “It’s irrational for them to put the exemptions up on their website, while keeping the COAs secret,” he said, “The exemptions are only half the story.”

rigorous review of the spacecraft’s engineering design and technical progress of the vehicle systems and subsystems. This critical design review (CDR) will demonstrate Orion is ready to proceed to full-scale fabrication, assembly, integration and testing. NASA’s SLS Program recently completed this milestone, and its Ground Systems Development and Operations (GSDO) Program will begin its review this fall. “The Orion Program has done incredible work, progressing everyday and meeting milestones to prepare for our next missions,” said William Gerstenmaier, the agency’s associate administrator for Human Exploration and Operations at NASA Headquarters. “The team will keep working toward an earlier readiness date for a first crewed flight, but will be ready no later than April 2023, and we will keep the spacecraft, rocket and ground systems moving at their own best possible paces.” In the coming months, Orion will complete its CDR; see the arrival of a test version for the European Space Agencyprovided service module at NASA’s Plum Brook Station near Sandusky, Ohio; perform a series of parachute tests; and complete the welding of the crew pressure vessel. Although Orion’s readiness date for EM-1 was not formally part of the KDP-C milestone commitment, engineers continue to work toward a commitment for SLS and GSDO to be ready for the uncrewed mission in fall 2018, and NASA will set an integrated launch date after GSDO’s critical design review is completed. For more information about Orion, visit: www.nasa.gov/orion

ITT CHICAGO-KENT STUDENT FILES FEDERAL FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT LAWSUIT AGAINST THE FAA TO GET DRONE WAIVER DATA Under the Freedom of Information Act, agencies receiving such requests must respond with the requested information or assert specific statutory exceptions to disclosure. Federal courts have the power to enforce the obligations and to scrutinize agency claims of exception. “As a law student, I’ve learned that individual citizens must take action to make sure governmental agencies respect their legal obligations,” he said. Plawinski graduated from the University of Illinois in 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in political science. He

enrolled at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2014 and expects to receive his law degree in 2017. Founded in 1888, IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law is the law school of Illinois Institute of Technology, also known as Illinois Tech, a private, technology-focused, research university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, science, architecture, business, design, human sciences, applied technology, and law.

SCHWEISS DOORS DELIVERS BIFOLD DOORS In Flight USA Celebrating 31 Years

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You’ll probably never be called on to install a bifold door that weighs more than 50,000 pounds, but wouldn’t you want to work with the manufacturer that can boast such an incredible accomplishment? Schweiss Doors recently produced two bifold doors for a new steel hangar at Cape Canaveral, Fla. One door was 40 feet wide and 69 feet tall. The larger door was 90 feet wide and 61 feet tall. Both were equipped with automatic latches and are wind-rated to 150 mph. Upon delivery to Florida, both doors were clad in 26-gauge sheeting and feature fourinch blanket insulation. Bottom-drive 480-volt three-phase motors and patented Schweiss liftstraps do the lifting of these doors that exceed 53,000 pounds! These doors are similar in size and requirements to prior Schweiss bifold doors installed at SpaceX sites in Waco, Tex. and Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. SpaceX has developed expendable rockets able to deliver cargo to the International Space Station and is work-

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EAA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA DIRECTOR JAY GORDON DIES

Stanley Jay Gordon Jr., of Louisville, Kent., died Sept. 12 at the age of 61. Gordon, who served on the EAA Warbirds of America board of directors, was president and founder of GordonDarby, Inc. and started the Gordon Foundation in 1995. An accomplished aerobatics pilot, Gordon performed in Thunder Over Louisville for the past 15 years, in addition to many air shows around the country.

October 2015

EPS RUNS THEIR FIRST PRE-PRODUCTION ENGINE

Engineered Propulsion Systems (EPS) mounted the first in a series of preproduction diesel engines on a test stand and turned the key on Sept. 20th. “The engine started smoothly and ran great,” said Michael Fuchs, President and CEO of EPS. “We will begin the testing procedures Sept. 21. Achieving this major milestone is an accomplishment that will set new standards. It opens up huge opportunities.” Based on data collected from two earlier “concept engines,” EPS initiated a number of refinements in the design and assembly of their series of pre-production engines. After extensive tests on their

Cirrus Aircraft recently introduced a new era of avionics designed specifically for the new Vision SF50 Personal Jet: Cirrus Perspective Touch by Garmin. Created in collaboration with Garmin International Inc., this revolutionary new touchscreen-based flight deck sets the new standard in performance, personalization, safety, and ease of use for operators. Cirrus Perspective Touch incorporates the latest turbine-class flight deck technologies into a newly designed, pilot-friendly touchscreen interface that was custom built for the Vision Jet cockpit. The avionics suite includes dual oversized widescreen flight displays with multi-pane capabilities and offers the following standard or optional features: synthetic vision, real-time weather radar, a digital automatic flight control system, electronic stability control while handflying, automatic pressurization scheduling, automated system alerts, graphical depictions of aircraft system status, integrated weight and balance, global datalink weather, satellite phone and text messaging, enhanced runway awareness, integrated backup instrument display, and more. The three landscape touchscreen

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Mobile Engine Test Laboratory in the U.S. and a Dynamometer facility in Germany, the engine will be shipped to Mojave, Calif. and mounted on an EPSowned Cirrus aircraft where it is expected to satisfy certification criteria. Dick Rutan will be conducting the flight tests. The Graflight V-8 engine was started as a blank sheet design that incorporates many unique features that have recently been developed through modern technologies. The company has worked closely with Bosch to integrate new computer hardware and software that brings new levels of efficiency to diesel performance. Capable of 320 to 450 horsepower, the

engine was initiated as an aviation project, instead of using an automotive conversion. Spearheading the design team are two accomplished engineers, Michael Fuchs from Germany and Steven Weinzierl from the U.S., who have had extensive experience in developing new engines ranging from one to 16 cylinders and bringing them to a production line. “Outside of Europe and North America, diesel fuel is dominant in aviation,” said Fuchs. “The day may not be far off when it becomes the global standard, which will make the Graflight V-8 a necessity in high performance aircraft for general aviation.”

controllers give pilots easy to understand, quick access to flight and systems information in a thoughtful, ergonomically inspired panel layout. All of these features, combined with Williams International’s FJ33 Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC), result in Cirrus Perspective Touch setting the new standard for turbine flight decks. “Cirrus Perspective Touch is the latest example of our pursuit of transformational innovation, state of the art safety, and the unique creativity in functional design that sets Cirrus apart,” said Pat Waddick, President of Innovation and Operations at Cirrus Aircraft. “Every single Cirrus ever delivered has had Garmin avionics on board. Not only does that partnership continue with the Vision Jet, with Cirrus Perspective Touch, we are taking integration and the pilot-airplane interface to a level never before seen in general aviation. Our owners and operators are going to be stunned at the capability and intuitive operation of this flight deck.” Personalization and ease of use are hallmarks of Cirrus Perspective Touch. The new flight deck enables pilots to personalize the layout of the Primary Flight Display (PFD), Multifunction Display

(MFD), and touchscreen controllers based on their personal preferences for individual phases of flight. The inclusion of three touchscreen controllers accessible by the pilot, as compared to one or two, increases the speed at which a wide range of aircraft systems and functions can be accessed. Unique to Cirrus Perspective Touch is quick access to three separate modes on each touchscreen controller, which simplifies the pilot’s ability to both input and retrieve flight information by reducing the need for multiple sub-menus. The icon-based user interface on the touchscreen controllers gives pilots the same familiarity they have with their smartphones and tablet devices, including the popular QWERTY keyboard layout for data entry. “Simply put, this avionics suite is intuitively designed, user-friendly, and will provide an exceptional flying experience for any pilot,” said Todd Simmons, President of Customer Experience at Cirrus Aircraft. “The premium turbine capabilities of this flight deck and ease of interfacing between pilot and airplane is remarkable. We are so excited to share Cirrus Perspective Touch with the gener-

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17. Each tour will begin at 10 a.m. except on Dec. 17, when it will begin at 2 p.m. A tour typically takes about an hour. The Wright Company factory is the birthplace of America’s aerospace industry – the first American factory built for the purpose of manufacturing airplanes. The two structures are the oldest airplane manufacturing buildings still standing in

the world and the only buildings still in Dayton where the Wright brothers worked on airplanes. Wilbur and Orville Wright formed the Wright Company in 1909 and built their first factory building in 1910. They added a second one in 1911. The buildings later became part of the Delphi Home Avenue auto parts manufacturing plant.

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al aviation community and our Vision SF50 pilots,” concluded Simmons. “Cirrus Perspective Touch by Garmin combines industry-leading features with our latest technology to provide Cirrus customers an elite flight deck experience, to make flying both safer and more enjoyable,” said Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice President of Aviation Marketing and Sales. “The Garmin/Cirrus Aircraft strategic relationship continues to find new ways to innovate and delight our mutual customers.” The Vision SF50 Personal Jet continues its march towards first customer delivery. The program recently achieved Type Inspection Authorization (TIA), an important milestone on the path to FAA Type Certification. Three conforming test aircraft fly a wide array of flight test profiles in the skies above the Duluth, Minn.-based company on a daily basis. The Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®), which will be standard on every Vision SF50, has successfully completed two phases of testing and enters the third and final phase in the upcoming weeks. For more information, visit cirrusaircraft.com.

NAHA SCHEDULES WRIGHT FACTORY TOURS THROUGH END

The National Aviation Heritage Alliance (NAHA) has scheduled free monthly tours of the Wright Company factory buildings through the end of 2015, NAHA officials announced last month. Tours of the two historic buildings will take place on the third Thursday of each month – Oct. 15, Nov. 17 and Dec.

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The plant closed in 2008 and is now owned by a redevelopment company. In 2009, Congress authorized the National Park Service to restore the factory as a unit of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, but it hasn’t provided funding to acquire or restore it. Continued on Page 41

AOPA FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2015 GIVING BACK GRANT RECIPIENTS In Flight USA Celebrating 31 Years

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation continues to act on its commitment to support the good work being done through general aviation (GA) by awarding grant funding to programs that plan to use general aviation to help critically ill children obtain medical services, prevent youth gang involvement, and allow lowincome students to attend a weeklong aviation and space camp. Build a Plane, Hope Flight Foundation, and Sophie Gerson Healthy Youth will each receive a $10,000 Giving Back grant, the AOPA Foundation announced Sept. 17. “We’re extremely pleased to be able to support programs that will change the

lives of young people,” said Stephanie Kenyon, vice president of the AOPA Foundation. “The Giving Back grants are made possible by the generous donations of pilots and aviation enthusiasts who want to support the many ways general aviation helps others.” Build a Plane will use AOPA Foundation grant funds for a gang intervention program in Riverside, Calif. Over a 12-month period, participants will rebuild and refurbish an Aeronca Champ. When the airplane is complete, project participants will be given flight training in the Champ, which qualifies as a Light Sport Aircraft. Hope Flight Foundation will use the AOPA Foundation grant funds to provide

life-saving flights for seriously ill children for whom costly ambulance rides and commercial transportation are not an option. The grant funds will cover the cost of upcoming flights in California, Nevada, and Oregon. And Sophie Gerson Healthy Youth will use AOPA Foundation grant funds to allow more than 30 low-income students from New York middle schools to attend a weeklong aviation and space camp at the New York City Center for Space Science Education. During the camp, students will explore the principles of flight, train in flight simulators, build and fly model airplanes, and take part in simulated space missions. As the charitable arm of the Aircraft

When Mr. Wei Hang commissioned the restoration of a Windecker Eagle, bringing it back to airworthy status, some people began wondering: will it end there? The answer is no. Hang, a Chinese entrepreneur, has been busy planning and erecting manufacturing facilities in Chengdu and Tongliao for the purpose of setting up a production line for Windecker Aircraft. When he purchased two of only eight Windecker Eagles ever produced,

Mr. Hang also bought the production rights and the type certificate for the design. China will honor the type certificate. The plan is to produce refined copies of the Eagle for the burgeoning General Aviation movement in China. They will be used for the full range of GA activities. The Windecker Eagle will become the second example of an American aircraft purchased for a new production line in China. Meanwhile, 98G, the Windecker

Eagle being restored in Mooresville is rapidly approaching an active runway. Sporting a long list of upgrades, the restoration will be test flown by Flight Test DER Len Fox under the Experimental Exhibition category in America before it is dismantled and shipped to China where it will be used for marketing.

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Owners and Pilots Association, the AOPA Foundation provides support to improve aviation safety through the Air Safety Institute, preserve community airports, and encourage learning to fly for career and personal benefit–all in the interest of ensuring a strong future for general aviation in America. Each year, the Giving Back Program awards grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofit groups that perform charitable work through GA. The Foundation also awards flight-training scholarships to individuals who want to learn to fly or pursue aviation careers. Earlier this year, the AOPA Foundation awarded flight training scholarship funds to Able Flight and the Flying-Hogs Aero Club.

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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 proactive 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, exerpted 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.

Checklists were developed to ensure consistency and completeness in the performance of complex tasks. Aviation checklists provide an orderly and sequential collection of vital steps for configuring an aircraft for different phases of flight or for resolving abnormal situations. Since ASRS continues to receive a significant number of incident reports related to checklist errors, perhaps another look at some of the factors affecting proper checklist usage is warranted. See CALLBACK Issues #292 and #410. These recent ASRS reports highlight five items that should be on everyone’s Preventing Checklist Errors checklist: 1. Remember to use it 2. Check every item, every time 3. Slow down; confirm critical items 4. Read it correctly 5. If interrupted, restart from the beginning

1.Checklist…Remember to Use It

A B757 Captain provides an excellent analysis of a checklist error that led to a rejected takeoff. Workload, time pressure, and interruptions all contributed to the checklist oversight. • [The airport] was using the south runways for departure, so we taxied out of the ramp single engine and upon initial contact with Ground, we were told we would now depart on Runway 09R. I had the First Officer immediately start the right engine and slowed our taxi pace to a crawl. After engine start, the First Officer did a great job of changing the Flight Management System (FMS) for the new runway and SID and recalculating takeoff data. We briefed the changes and were at the runway. We checked to ensure we had five minutes of run time on the second engine, and the First Officer and I looked at each other and asked if we had done everything we needed to and decided we had. The Tower gave us, “Line up and wait,” and we went into position. Soon, takeoff clearance came, and I set the EPR, gave the jet to the First Officer, and he called for standard power. The auto throttles would not engage. I checked the auto

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throttle Arm switch ARMED, pushed thrust once more to no avail, and then took the jet to discontinue the takeoff…. The Takeoff Warning Horn never sounded because the power levers never went high enough to complete the logic. Once clear of the runway with the brake set, we discussed the situation and noticed the flaps were still up. We hadfailed to configure and run the Before Takeoff check. We configured and confirmed the auto throttles would come on properly once configured, ran the checklist, and departed without further incident. This event was caused by human factors issues arising from the time compression associated with the sudden change from a very long taxi for takeoff to the shortest taxi route departing aircraft can get. We have standard procedures backed up by checklists to ensure we are properly prepared for each phase of flight. In executing these procedures, we become used to a certain flow of activity as the flight progresses. One such point in the flow of activity is arrival at the hold short point for takeoff. Normally, we would have little left to do at this point but receive takeoff clearance, do the belowthe-line items on the checklist, and depart. On this occasion, there was an intense flurry of activity packed into the last couple of hundred meters of taxi to start an engine, recalculate performance data and put it in the FMS, change the runway and SID in the FMS, and re-brief the SID. When it was all done, we were sitting at the hold short line, number one for takeoff, and to our tired minds at a very early hour, this meant the next thing was to go below the line and depart, which we attempted to do. Thankfully, the aircraft has design features to alert us to being improperly configured for takeoff and we captured and corrected our error. The First Officer and I were aware of the potential for missing something in this dynamic time-compressed situation, as evidenced by our talking about whether we had done everything before we accepted the Line Up and Wait clearance, yet we still missed crucial steps.

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2. Checklist…Check Every Item, Every Time

As this B737 Captain reported, since checklist items are almost always “correct,” there can be a tendency to perceive items as correct without actually verifying them. If repetitive use of a checklist leads to automatic responses and seeing what you expect to see, then the very purpose of the checklist is subverted, and it can give a false sense of security that everything has been “completed” or “set” properly. • Climbing through FL260, the Cabin Altitude Warning Horn sounded. We accomplished memory items and the QRH for Cabin Altitude Warning Horn/Abnormal Pressurization. We returned to our departure airport for maintenance and to refuel. Upon rechecking the pressurization panel during descent, we discovered we had set 12,660 rather than 1,226 (destination airport elevation). I did not verify the correct altitude during the Before Start Checklist. I should have looked more closely at the small numbers in the analog windows. I “saw” what I was expecting to see. Take time to verify every checklist item. We weren’t late or rushed, but I was still lulled into responding to the checklist item as “correct.” Checklist item settings are almost always correct, but I need to ensure that I closely check every item, every time, before I respond.

3. Checklist…Slow Down; Confirm Critical Items

A CRJ700 Captain shared an important lesson on the need toconfirm that the correct switch, handle, button, etc. is being activated in accordance with the checklist. In the case of a system malfunction, activating the wrong switch can make a bad situation worse. • While on the arrival…we got a GEN 2 OFF master caution message. I told the First Officer that he had the radios and then looked up the GEN 2 OFF procedure. The procedure in the

QRH had me select the generator to OFF/ RESET then AUTO. Looking at the EICAS, I was hoping to see the GEN 2 OFF message extinguish. Instead, both EICAS displays filled up with messages and the ADG (Air Driven Generator) deployed. After a few moments of processing what had happened, I looked up and found my hand on the switch for GEN 1. Power was restored to both generators. The APU was started in case GEN 2 should fail again. I should have slowed down and confirmed with the First Officer that I had the correct switch and not been in such a hurry to complete the checklist.

4. Checklist…Read It Correctly

When an A321 First Officer misread a checklist procedure, the Crew’s Flight Management Computer problems doubled. • Just prior to our descent, I noticed that my Nav Display (ND) had just lost its map and showed MAP NOT AVAIL on ND2. I told the Captain who decided to maintain control of the aircraft and radios since his ND1 was still normal and asked me to perform the QRH procedure. At this time, the Captain also informed ATC of our degraded status. Once I found the procedure for a single Flight Management Guidance Computer (FMGC) failure, the Captain expressed his concern about these particular reset procedures and asked that we proceed carefully. As I read through the QRH, I made a critical mistake and misread which circuit breaker to pull in order to reset FMGC 2. As a result I pulled the circuit breaker for FMGC 1 and caused a dual FMGC failure. He asked that I call Maintenance Control on the phone for further help…. We were on hold for almost 20 minutes. At this point, we were close to the airport and needed to focus on safely flying the plane and the Captain asked that I help him set up for a raw data approach, leaving the FMGC failure to be fixed on the ground. During this whole time we had been descending on the arrival with multiple Continued on Page 41

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Remember Pearl Harbor,” once a call to arms, now serves as a reminder of resilience, hope and a commitment to peace and friendship. Guests are invited to join Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor on Saturday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for the annual Gala. Themed “For Love of Country – Pass It On,” the evening will remember the past, honor the present, and inspire the future. Music, dining, auctions, special guests, and an atmosphere that takes one back in time will turn the Museum’s WWII Hangar 79 – its windows still riddled with holes from bullets fired on Dec. 7, 1941 – into a ballroom. The evening is intended to honor the spirit of the men and women who serve our country. Standing on the hallowed grounds of

Ford Island, guests will be invited to help support the vision to restore, steward, and protect this historic site as both a tribute to the past and a source of inspiration for the future. With leadership from internationally acclaimed Chef Holly Peterson, Starwood Hotels and Resorts featuring the combined culinary expertise of The Royal Hawaiian, Moana Surfrider, and Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, will produce a unique dining experience. Marc and Janice Mondavi, CoProprietors of C. Mondavi & Family wines will personally unveil Mondavi’s newest Divining Rod selections, donating all wines featured throughout the night. Also joining the evening’s festivities will be special guests David Hartman, the

original Good Morning America host, Col. Bud Anderson, American Fighter Ace, and celebrity auctioneer Tom “Spanky” Assiter, whose auctions are broadcast regularly on cable network. Museum Executive Director Kenneth DeHoff promises, “This will be an evening of tribute and gratitude. It will also be a night of great fun and excitement with surprise, nationally noted entertainment, a live auction, and other engaging elements.” The evening will bring civic, corporate, and military leaders together inside the Museum’s Hangar 79, an 89,000square-foot WWII Hangar. Participation as a sponsor or table host helps support the nonprofit’s education programs, which reach 10,000 young people each year, and

their restoration efforts to preserve and use this national landmark site to promote understanding, remembrance, and hope. For information and tickets, visit PacificAviationMuseum.org or contact Director of Development Carol Greene, 808/441-1006 or Carol@PacificAviation Museum.org. The Museum is located at 319 Lexington Boulevard on Historic Ford Island at Pearl Harbor. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor is a nonprofit organization. Its mission is to develop and maintain an internationally recognized aviation museum on Historic Ford Island that educates young and old alike, honors aviators and their support personnel who defended freedom in The Pacific Region, and to preserve Pacific aviation history.

Textron Aviation Inc., recently announced that the Citation Jet Pilots (CJP) association has agreed to extend a free trial membership, including participation in CJP’s FuelAdvantage program to all Textron Aviation turbine owners based in the U.S. The CJP FuelAdvantage program provides competitive Jet-A fuel pricing at exclusive partner fixed-base operations (FBO) at

hundreds of airports around the world. “Textron Aviation and CJP understand that fuel is one of the largest variable costs of owning an aircraft,” said Kriya Shortt, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing. “With the FuelAdvantage program, owners and operators benefit from selecting their fuel stops at one of

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Julie Clark’s T-34

The T-34 requires concentration and anticipation during aerial maneuvers as the aircraft does not have an inverted oil or fuel system and inverted flight must be carefully calculated. Due to its larger size than most airshow aerobatic aircraft today and its low power-to-weight ratio, the airplane’s flight controls become very heavy during the aerobatic routine.

Clark has logged more than 32,000 accidentfree hours in the air and is rated in more than 66 types of aircraft, marking her 36th year as a solo aerobatic air show pilot. Julie has earned the admiration of fans everywhere and garnered many awards and honors.

2015 marks Julie’s 36th consecutive year as a solo aerobatic Air Show pilot, a remarkable achievement. As her dear friend, and fellow “Legend,” Bob Hoover said at the recent Living Legends of Aviation dinner, “Not too many pilots can say they have been flying air shows for 35 years in the same airplane!” Restoration fans will appreciate that Julie bought her Beechcraft T-34 in 1977, sight unseen” at a government surplus auction, in Anchorage, Ala. for $18,000.00. She flew the airplane, dubbed Free Spirit, 2900 miles to her home in California. Julie personally and painstakingly restored her aluminum airplane, hand polishing inside and out. Over the next four years, Julie spent many long hours bringing the airplane back to mint condition. Beginning with her creative version of the “Air Force One” paint scheme, the aircraft constantly requires upgrading and modification. Julie’s T-34 is powered by an Eagle Engine’s, Stratus Plus Series Engine, producing approximately 300 hp, coupled to a Hartzell three bladed Designer “Prop” by American Propeller. Eagle Engine and American Propeller are of Redding, Calif. Although T-34 aircraft saw countless hours in the 1950s as trainers for U.S. Air Force and Navy, the airplane demands tremendous skill to fly aerobatics.

A pilot for more than 45 years and a retired Northwest Airlines Captain, Julie

Valiant Echoes, performing the historic Vultee BT-13 Valiant, has announced it will be at the 2015 ICAS convention in Las Vegas, Nev. Dec. 6-9. They will be exhibiting at Booth 305 on the convention floor. This will mark the 24th year that Michael Kennedy has been an ICAS member and airshow performer. He has been thrilled to bring the legendary WWII trainer, also known as the “Vultee Vibrator”, back to the public view

after years of being overlooked. Of the almost 12,000 BT-13s manufactured during the war years, only about 50 are still flying, and Valiant Echoes is the first to ever perform an aerobatic airshow display complimented by authentic WWII pilot songs. During the rousing aerobatic demonstration, Valiant Echoes endeavors to honor the memory of the thousands of aviation cadets – both Army and Navy, which had to master the Vibrator during

their Basic Flight Training as they progressed toward winning their “wings.” Valiant Echoes is pleased to join with In Flight USA in promoting the 2016 Airshow season by sharing the joy of flight and celebrating the memory of the great aviators that have gone on before us. For more information on our 2016 season schedule, visit valiantechoes.com/schedule

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back to give us the correct one. After that, we completed the Taxi checklist. We were the only ones out there, and neither of us felt rushed. After takeoff, we turned to a heading of 340 degrees per Tower instructions and, after contacting Departure, they told us to proceed direct to ZEHRN, but we didn’t show that in the Flight Management System (FMS); we showed HEFLN. After giving us direct to JERES, Departure told us that HEFLN was used for Runway 30 departures. I double checked the FMS and sure enough, we had

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Continued from Page 40 Controllers issuing us “Fly direct to..., Cross XYZ at…” instructions, which we advised we were unable. Apparently ATC was confused with what we were unable to do and were not passing the word on to the next Controller. Due to the workload caused by the degraded systems, we were somewhat rushed on a revised STAR and approach with only raw data to navigate with, but we landed without further incident.

Serenade in Red, White, and Blue.

Her unique and patriotic presentation, “Serenade in Red, White, and Blue,” is breathtakingly choreographed to Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” or “God Bless You Canada.” 2015 marks Julie’s 36th year of flying to Lee Greenwood’s song. Thirty-six years ago, patriotism was not what it has evolved into today. Consequently, Julie’s desire to continue performing to this remarkable song has made her a personal friend of Lee Greenwood. To enhance her routine, multi-colored wing-tip smoke trails her every maneuver, and she concludes her performance with crowd-pleasing pyrotechnics, dazzling fireworks.

A Woman of Distinction

Some of her notable awards are: • 1991 Bill Barber Award for Showmanship (presented at EAA Airventure-World Airshow News) • 1992 EAA Warbirds of America: Best T-34 engine compartment • 1992 GAN Flyer-Readers Choice, Favorite Female Performer • 1993 Inducted, International Forest of Friends, Atchison, KS (99’s Inc.) • 1997 GAN Flyer – Readers Choice, Favorite Female Performer • 1997 Inducted into the “Honorary Royal Snowbirds” (by Canadian Snowbirds) • 1998 The Art Scholl Memorial Award for Showmanship • (awarded annually at ICASInternational Council of Air Shows) • 1999 ICAS-Best Website, Air Show Performer (as noted by Independent marketing company) (over 350 websites in contention) • 2000 Francis C. Hillard Award Outstanding Alumna, Alpha Phi International Fraternity (highest award in organization) • 2002 Inducted, Women in Aviation,

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After resuming an interrupted Taxi checklist at the wrong point, an Air Carrier Flight Crew took off on one runway while their Flight Management System had plans for another. • As we were taxiing out for takeoff, we started the Taxi checklist. Ground Control interrupted that by telling us to switch to Tower and they actually gave us the wrong frequency and then called us

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International Pioneer Hall of Fame • 2003 Named one of 100 “Women who have made a difference in aviation, International” • 2006 inducted “Living Legends of Aviation Honoree” (sponsored by Kiddie Hawk Air Academy) • 2007 Woman of the year, California State Legislative • 2008 Katherine and Marjorie Stinson Award for Achievement – National Aeronautic Association • 2011 Inducted, Air Show of Fame – ICAS (International Council of Air Shows) • 2012 Crystal Eagle Award, Aero Club of Northern California Julie has been known to say that if she can inspire just one young airshow fan at each airshow to become involved in aviation, then she feels she will have accomplished something worthwhile. She is the personification of excellence in aviation! Julie would like to thank the following companies for product support, which helps keep Julies’ T-34 flying high: Superior Air Parts, Goodyear, American Propeller, Eagle Engine, L3 Communications, Oregon Aero, Bendix King, Pulse Lite Systems, Bose, Sandal, Champion (Spark Plugs), Concorde (Batteries), Vedalo , ICom, Hooker Harness, Insight, Whelen Engineering, Flight Guide, Nuvite (Aircraft polish), GAMIjectors, RC Allen, Shadon Avionics, OBE(Aircraft Insurance), Softies.

Michael Kennedy flying his Vultee BT-13 Grace. the wrong runway selected. While there was no deviation, it could have been serious if this was a true RNAV departure. Whenever a checklist is interrupted, it is imperative that the checklist be restarted from the beginning. If it is picked up from where you left off, you may pick it up at the wrong point as we did. Also, we must verify the runway in the FMS with the heading and the runway number as we line up on the runway.

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nother good reason to attend Reno in addition to the races and all the great acts and events is the National Aviation Heritage Invitational (NAHI). This competition is among a gathering of extraordinary aircraft. These are all special in terms of rarity, historical importance, and restoration quality. With 25 classic restored aircraft entered for the Heritage Trophy, this event alone is worth the price of admission. For comparison, a well-known auto invitational show, which displays very special restored vehicles, also occurs each year at Pebble Beach. Tickets for the one-day show were $350 this year. This makes Reno a great bargain. This year’s NAHI event drew 25 entrants, and below are listed some of the highlights to give you an idea of what interesting aircraft this event draws. You can see the entire list on NAHI’s website: http://heritagetrophy.org (Readers are encouraged to visit the National Aviation Heritage website for further info and the Reno Invitational as well as other NAHI events). A photo of the elegant and ultra rare Stinson SR-9F, apparently the only flyable example, which has been preserved, appears below.

Stinson SR-9F owned by Scott & Woodson Wood of Tiburon, Calif., winner of the Paul E. Garber Trophy for Classic Aircraft. (Pete Shirk)

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The very beautiful 1932 Waco UBF-2 owned by Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum, and winner of the Orville and Wilbur Wright trophy for Antique Aircraft. (Pete Shirk)

This Lockheed 12 Electra Jr. was built in 1938, the year following the disappearance of Amelia Earhart in the final Category Antique Antique Antique Classic Classic Large Aircraft Large Aircraft Large Aircraft Military Military Military

And the overall Grand Champion, winner of the Neil A. Armstrong Aviation Heritage Trophy, a 1944 NAA P-51B owned by Max Chapman of Idaho Falls, Idaho. It was also awarded the Henry Hap Arnold trophy for Military aircraft as well as the People’s Choice.

Lockheed Model 12 Electra Jr. owned by Patrick Donovan of Seattle Wash., and winner of the Herb Kelleher trophy for Large Aircraft. (Pete Shirk)

phase of her epic around-the-world flight while she and navigator, Fred Noonan, were trying to reach Howland Island in the southwest Pacific.

Aircraft Yr Built Waco UBF-2 1932 Stearman SpeedMail Jr. 4E 1930 Waco UBA 1932 Stinson SR-9F 1937 Cessna 195 1953 Lockheed PV-2D 1945 Lockheed Model 12 Electra Jr. 1938 Grumman TBM 3-E 1945 NAA OV-10A 1970 NAA T-28C 1955 NAA P-51B 1944

Reg Number NC13027 NC663K NC13041 NC18445 N4468C N6657D NC14999 N3969A N338RC NX28ZZ N515ZB

There is only limited space for how much information can be included in a short article like this. If you want to learn more about an aircraft, try this: enter the registration N number in a search website like Google or Bing. For example, if you search by the FAA registration for “NC13027,” it will lead you to good info about this airplane as well as some beautiful photos. Like this: http://rareaircraft.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/VA-Vol-22-No-9-Sept-1994.pdf

NAA P-51B US Army Air Corp serial 4324827 (Pete Shirk) These aircraft are all displayed on the ground where they can be seen upclose and personal. Also, often you will find the owners around the aircraft, and they are a wealth of interesting stories about restoring their aircraft. It’s worth keeping in mind that if your passion includes watching them fly––then get to Reno early during the week when they arrive or stay over after the last Gold Race and watch them depart on Monday. These machines are all flyable; that’s how they get here. See you next year.

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SKYDIVERS, AEROBATICS, WARBIRDS, AND MORE OVER VICTOR VALLEY’S SKY

Extreme aerobatics, skydivers, warbirds, and more will paint the skies with a lot of action at the Apple Valley Airport on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015. This year’s airshow will feature several aerobatic pilots, Mike Mangold aerobatics in the L-39 Jet, Tim Just flying the Extra 300, John Collver in Wardog the T-6, and Rob Harrison “The Tumbling Bear” in his Zlin 142C and Dr. D in the Taylorcraft. Other favorites such as Rich Piccirilli with Just In Time Skydivers, radio control airplanes, the N9M Flying Wing and warbirds such as the F4U Corsair, Yakovlev YAK-3, B-25 Mitchell, P-51 Mustang, P-40 Warhawk, Fw190, all from Planes of Fame Air Museum to name a few. In addition to the excitement in the sky, spectators will see experimental and vintage airplane static displays and the NAPA® Auto Parts Show and Shine Car Display! Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the pilots, get autographs, and get up-close to airplanes. Plus, the popular, All 4 Kids Pediatric Dentistry Kids

Area! The Apple Valley Airshow is a family event with something for everyone. Community groups and volunteer organizations are a big part of the airshow. Attendees can browse booths offering information, souvenirs, food, and beverages. Gates open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aerial demonstrations will be from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Admission is only $5 cash, and children 12 and under are free. Parking is free. Apple Valley Airport is located off of Hwy. 18 to 21600 Corwin Road in Apple Valley. No animals, except service animals will be allowed at the event. No large coolers and no alcoholic beverages will be allowed at the airshow. Bring chairs, sitting blankets, sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and don’t forget your camera. For more information, please go to www.sbcounty WINGS.com or like them on Facebook at Apple Valley Airshow.

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hat a great time! What a crowd! What amazing racing! This was the best year in a

long time! The week started out with great weather but lots of smoke from the many fires in California. When the wind blew in, the smoke blew out – but the winds brought a new set of issues. The wind was so bad on Sunday, several classes had to stand down from their allotted course time because the winds were above their limits – as addressed in the Rules of Competition. But by Monday, everyone was back on the course and qualifying began in earnest. The Unlimiteds had two sessions for qualifying each day. By the end of Monday, Stevo Hinton had put up a time of 464.246. Not the fastest he’s ever gone, but the fastest of the day. Each class has their own rule, so in the Unlimiteds you can requalify if you want to better your time. Hinton probably thought this would hold, and if not, he could easily go back up by Wednesday to put a better number up. Dennis Sanders in Dreadnaught put in a 432.860 – which was pretty good for the 4360 powered Sea Fury. And Hoot Gibson went up in Strega to put down a pretty disappointing 430.052. Not what Tiger and the Strega Crew had in mind, I’ll bet. Tuesday comes around, still cold and windy – but workable. Curt Brown goes up in Sawbones and gets a 417.949 and Stewart Dawson in Rare Bear goes up for two laps – getting a disqualification on his first lap and getting a 480.644 on his second lap. Nail bite time. Stewart is now on the pole – with only one day left to qualify. Wednesday’s qualifying session had all three of the “fast guys” in the air, Rare Bear with Stewart, Voodoo with Hinton, and Strega with Hoot. Hoot drops down to the course and puts a nice 475.043 on the board. Voodoo and Rare Bear stay in the Hold and taunt each other… never actually going onto the course. Prevailing wisdom says they were both waiting for the other to react to Strega’s time. But there were no takers. So, by the end of qualifying, we have five aircraft over 400 mph and a wonderful array of warbirds in the 300 mph range. This includes Dan Vance in Speedball Alice and Rob Gordon in Lady Jo – two aircraft missing for the last few years. Glad you guys are back! Also two

The Sun coming up on Strega! This was her year! (Anthony Taylor)

Not her best year, but Voodoo is always strong! (Anthony Taylor)

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Strega’s cracked exhaust stack after (Tim Adams) Saturday’s race. healthy and all of the pilots flew their hearts out. And the fans were thrilled! Saturday’s race started as Friday’s did – Stewart, Hoot, Stevo, Dennis, and

Rookies – Dusty Dowd in Layla, his Yak11, and Sal Rubino in his polished P-51D, Grim Reaper. Dan Martin shared the flying duties with Sal – but it was Sal’s week. The weather changed for Thursday. It was finally the warm weather we are more accustomed to during the September event. Thankfully, we put away our mittens and snow boots and were back in our Valley of Speed T-shirts. The Unlimited Rules enable the three fastest qualifiers to stand down on Thursday and gives them time to relax, or thrash – depending on the year. Thursday’s Gold Race had Dennis Sanders in Dreadnaught flying more than 100 mph faster than Dan Vance in Speedball Alice. Dan released a video showing Dennis zooming by, which really shows two things, the focus of the pilot, in this case Dan Vance, while he is getting passed. And the closure rate of two disparate aircraft on the course. The Race on Thursday had one other element I haven’t seen – probably ever. Dennis Sanders cut a pylon. No kidding! So Friday comes along, and the Big Three are together again. This race has Rare Bear on the pole with Hoot in the second spot and Stevo in third – based on Qualifying. Dennis and Curt Brown round out the five-ship formation based on their Heat 1A on Thursday. With much jostling in the race, they end as they started – giving even more excitement for Saturday. They all seemed

Curt in the top five with Brian Sanders in Argonaut bumping from Silver to Gold based on his win in Heat 2B. And Saturday’s race was great! Hoot took the lead and kept in, averaging 484.793 through the race. Voodoo was behind him at 475.482 and Stewart was on his tail at 474.760. The top three within just over 10 mph – epic race! After the race, Strega had some issues with a cracked exhaust stack. But, with all the talent on the field, that was easily fixed. And they were ready to roll again on Sunday. Sunday arrives, and the weather is perfect. The crowd is the largest we’ve seen in years. And we are all ready for the final Unlimited Showdown of 2015. Will it be Hoot, Stewart, Stevo – or will all three push each other too hard and set up Dreadnaught for the win. Wagers were happening in the Pits and the Boxes. Fans were taking sides, and everyone was in a great mood. It all comes down to this – the next 10 minutes tells who the victor Continued on Page 46

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experience as an instructor and examiner motivated the writing of the book. Beisswenger explains, “Even though pilot applicants may bring any and all books and resources with them to a check ride, if those resources aren’t organized well, they are nearly useless. I can’t tell you the number of times an applicant has come for a check ride, got a question, and franticly scrambled through four or five books looking for the topic and the answer. Bringing everything into one book and then organizing it is critical for student study and for getting across the finish line at the time of the check ride.” The large-format, 472 page book is organized into 26 chapters and two appendices. It contains a lot of neverseen-before content, particularly on powered parachute aerodynamics. Beiss-

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Silver in 924. Trivia time – four different engines in four different Sea Furys. You don’t see that everyday! But – I digress. They come down the Chute, Gentlemen, you have a Race… Stewart

briefly took the lead, then Hoot takes his lead back and never let’s go. Voodoo and the Bear go back and forth until the sixth lap when Stevo calls a Mayday. It seems Voodoo had oil coming out of the breather. The oil was showing has light grey smoke and Voodoo was out. Stevo made a beautiful landing, and the race for the Gold continued. There were no losers this day in the Breitling Gold Race. Hoot Gibson fulfilled his dream of winning the Gold Unlimited Race. He had some troubles on the course earlier in the week but got it all together at the end. Who ever thought an astronaut, a farmer, and a witch could make such beautiful music together. Congrats to the entire Strega Crew! Rare Bear was not a loser on this day. They regained their reputation as a fast airplane. After being plagued by gremlins for years, Bear finally looked like her old self again. Congrats to Stewart and the entire Ezell and Rare Bear Crews for putting those awful gremlins behind you and giving us a great race. Voodoo was not a loser on this day. The crew performed seamlessly. The Racer was ready, but one small issue kept them from reaching their goal. They’ll be back – and they won’t ever have that problem again. To the rest of the Unlimited Pilots, Crew, and Owners: thank you! Thank you for putting so much of your lives into a one-week-a-year event. Thank you for the time, the energy, the ingenuity, and the countless dollars you put into this amazing sport. And to RARA: Thank you for never giving up. This was a great year, and the

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An astronaut, a farmer and a witch walk into a bar… (Tim Adams) new regime did an outstanding job. There were issues and minor problems all week, but you were receptive to hearing what people had to say, and you made the best effort to take care of things. And to the fans! Thank you for coming back! The stands were packed, and the Pits were crazy with activity. So nice to see you back in your seats again! Next month, I’ll cover the other classes and share more about the event and the plans for the future. What a great year!

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Golden West Regional Fly-in is gearing up for its 2015 event scheduled for Oct. 17, 2015, at the Yuba County Airport (MYV) in the community of Olivehurst, Calif. Taking a step “back to the future,” Golden West looks to capture the old fashioned fun of a hometown fly-in while looking to the future as it features unmanned aerial and radio controlled aircraft activities. A one-day event that crams great food, education, hangar flying, and an experience geared toward introducing new generations to the fun side of aviation. The Drone Zone will be open all day and feature an indoor racecourse and a number of fun competitions for those who are both experienced and amateur participants. Guidance information on knowing how to fly both commercial and recreational unmanned aircraft will be a focus of the event and feature a Safety Seminar

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by the Federal Aviation Administration on Unmanned Aerial Systems. The Golden West Regional Fly-in will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for a pancake breakfast, two FAA Safety Seminars, aircraft displays, RC aircraft and pylon racing, and exhibits. The KidQwestTM hangar will provide aviation-related hands-on activities for kids of all ages, and our Young Eagles program will be flying kids ages 8-17. The fourth Annual EAA Chapter vs. Chapter Aircraft Competition will showcase EAA Chapters and their aircraft along with testing their flight skills as they compete for not only bragging rights but a $350 check for the winning Chapter. The event is free for both the public and pilots flying in. A 50-cent per gallon fuel discount will be available to pilots that purchase a minimum of 10 gallons. For more information, visit our website at www.goldenwestflyin.org.

PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT FOR AVIATION FANS AND NAVEL HISTORY BUFFS

Yes, by the time you are reading this, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukah, and Christmas decorations will all be competing for box store display space while you will be faced with figuring out what holiday gift to buy for your favorite aviator. For a change, there is a perfect gift solution, and you can shop while seated at your computer. ScaleCraft Models is a trusted manufacturer of quality, handcrafted wood model aircraft, space vehicles, ship replicas and other model types. For nearly 25 years, they have been providing discriminating collectors, the aerospace industry, and aviation enthusiasts—among others—with artisan-made aircraft. This propelled them to provide the largest selection of precision models you can choose from. Master craftsmen shape these highest quality models from fine mahogany with remarkable precision and attention to detail. This writer can think of no pilot who would not cherish a quality model of his favorite aircraft, turning memories and dreams into a thing of beauty that can be enjoyed everyday. According to Werner Hartman, Owner of ScaleCraft Models, “We offer more than 1,000 beautifully hand-crafted desktop model aircraft that will stir the sole, be it to start a collection or add to a

modle collection already in place. Whether you’re into military aircraft, commercial planes, civilian aircraft, space shuttles, (or even maritime vessels), you’ll surely find something in our store that will suit your preference and your budget.” Hartman continues, “If you require something specific, such as a certain airplane, paint scheme, registration or detail not available within our large selection, we can custom build and paint anything to your requirements. We can also provide clear canopies (that reveal interiors) and specific weapons that include scale missiles and bombs to complete your collection. The end result is an executive quality, desktop model airplane or ship that can be proudly given as a gift or displayed prominently in your home or office. These custom crafted replicas make excellent conversation pieces and memorable keepsakes.” From World War I propeller planes to modern supersonic jets and spacecraft, ScaleCraft’s wide collection of handcarved models will ignite your patriotic spirit and revive your passion for history. Visit www.scalecraft.com for a look at these amazing miniature replicas and use discount code USA2015 when ordering to obtain special pricing.

American Aircraft Sales Co. HAYWARD AIRPORT 50 YEARS SAME LOCATION

1977 Cessna 310R

1963 P35 Bonanza

1864 TTSN A&E, NARCO IFR, A/P, Good Original Paint and Interior, NDH, ..$99,950

3000 TTSN, 0 STOP, king digital avionics fresh annual ........................................................$54,950

1980 Cessna 152

1980 Cessna R172K Hawk XP

4000 TTSN. 2400 SMOH. New king digital IFR, Garmin Transponder, DME, NDH, new windows and plastic .......................$29,950

Hangared Since New, Excellent Original Paint and Interior, 4500 TTSN, 2300 SFRMAN ..............................................$54,950

LD SO 1974 Piper Archer

1974 Piper Arrow 200

729 SFRMAN, 3170 TTSN, Digital IFR, DME, Century I A/P, Excellent Paint & Interior, Hangared By Last Owner Since 1985 ..............................................$49,950

260 SMOH, 4117 TTSN, Garmin 430 WAAS IFR GPS, Garmin 340 Panel, KX 155, Century II B A/P, Very Nice Paint & Interior, NDH, Hangared................$59,950

1955 Beechcraft T-34B Mentor

1940 Phillips Aviation CT-2 Skylark

Gray with US Aircraft markings.................... ....................................Considering Offers

70 hours since new.....Considering Offers

1942 Grumman Bearcat F8F-2

1944 North American P-51 D Mustang

820 hours since new...Considering Offers

588 hours since new.....Considering Offers

New Corporate Hangars To be built at Hayward, CA. Executive Airport Size of Hangars Available: • 110 X 109 with doors on both north and south side with clear span 98.2’ wide by 20’ height clearance. • 110 X 55 with door clear span 98.2’ wide by 20’ height clearance.

Contact Robert Coutches at 510-783-2711 for more info. Robert Coutches

(510) 783-2711 21015 Skywest Drive, Hayward, CA 94541

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The same location for 50 years. American Aircraft Sales, Hayward Airport, CA, www.americanaircraft.net, (510) 783-2711. 3/13

Your one-stop center for aviation products. San Carlos Aviation & Supply. Two Calif. locations: San Carlos, (650) 592-2322, & Palo Alto, (650) 2138784, www.sqlaviation.com. 3/13

Specializing in GA & Corporate Aircraft for 40 years. Giottto's Aircraft Interiors, San Jose, CA, (800) 315-1095, www.giottoaircraftinteriors.com. 11/14

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

Purveyor of Quality Aircraft since 1968. Steve Weaver Aircraft Sales, Philippi, WV, steveweaver.com, (843) 475-6868. 3/13 Husky - America's Favorite Taildragger. Call to schedule your own Husky Experience. Aviat Aircraft, Afton, WY, (307) 885-3151, husky.aviataircraft.com. 12504:TFN

J.T. Evans Aircraft Sales. Specializing in landing gear & control surfaces. Also recovery & storage for singles & light twins. (800) 421-1729, Orlando, FL. 11/14

Largest variety of quality aircraft, plus training and other services. Alliance International Aviation Flight Centers at Chino, Riverside and Brackett Field, CA, airports. www.AIAFlight.com. 11/13

Sales, brokerage, acquisitions w/46 years experience. Laffery Aircraft Sales, San Jose (CA) Int'l. Airport, (408) 2935352, www.laffertyair.com. 2/14 Bristell Aircraft. Wider than a Cirrus; faster than a Skyhawk. With GPA safety training. Lou Mancuso, (516) 658-1847, www.bristellaircraft.com. 7/15

HOMEBUILTS The Super Stallion, Six-Place! Fly faster, farther & carry more for less cost. Aircraft Designs (831) 649-6212, fax (831) 649-5738. 9316:TFN

Kitfox Aircraft. Building kits for 30 years. Homedale Municipal Airport, ID, www.kitfoxaircraft.com, (208) 3375111. 8/14

SAILPLANES/SOARING Fast-track soaring training. Arizona Soaring, Estrella Sailport, Maricopa, AZ, (520) 568-2318. 11/07

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION Old School Aviation. Advanced Warbird training. Contact Dan Vance (707) 972-1293 at Sonoma Jet Center, Santa Rosa, CA. 8/14 Aerobatics instruction and air shows. Anna Serbinenko's Sky Dancer, (604) 946-7744, www.cfc.aero. 7/15

TYPE RATINGS Arizona Type Ratings CE-500/CE-525 type ratings or recurrent. Insurance approved, staff examiner. www.arizonatyperatings. com, (602) 614-7994. 9309:10

AVIONICS Avionics for Every Mission. Installation, bench repair, a/p specialist, all major brands. Airtronics, Calaveras County Airport, CA, www.airtraonicsavionics. com, (209) 736-9400,. 11/14

Aircraft Tool Supply. Ring jobs just got easier. www.aircraft-tool.com. 8/14

PILOT SUPPLIES Scheyden Precision Sun Eyewear & new “Reader X” Lens. One frame for light, dark, near and far. (800) 851-2758, (714) 843-1975, scheyden.com. 10/06 The Airport Shoppe, Reid-Hillview Airport, San Jose, CA, orders (800) 6344744, www.airportshozppe.com. 10/06

Aircraft Spruce & Supply. Free 700page catalog, Corona, CA & Peachtree City, GA, www.aircraftspruce.com.10/06 www.sportys.com your single source for quality educational aviation products— always at a good price fax 1.800.543.8633 phone 1.800.SPORTYS Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport Batavia, OH 45103 2522:TFN

DuraCharts — Best print quality, resistant to tearing and liquids. Produced by pilots for pilots. www.DURACHARTS. com. 8/14 No cheap imitation watches at HME! To order or for information, (888) 4646660 or www.hmewatch.com. 1/15

SIMULATORS

HANGARS/TIEDOWNS Aviation Building Systems, custom designed hangars for 44 years. R&M Steel Co., Caldwell, ID, (208) 454-1800, (866) 454-1800, www.aviationbuildingsystem.com. 51217:TFN New one-piece doors. Hydraulic or bifold. Schweissdoors.com, (800) 7468273. 1/15

FBOs Northgate Aviation Chico Jet Center®

General Aviation Services FAA Charts Available in NoCal Shell Aviation Products Chico, CA, (530) 893-6727 Diamond Service Center, maintenance, rentals, flight school, tiedowns, and hangars. 7707:TFN Serving the General Aviation Community since 1981. Wisconsin Aviation, Watertown Municipal Airport, WI, (920) 261-4567, WisconsinAviation.com.3/13

Corona Air Ventures. Low fuel prices, amenities, tie-downs & hangars. Corona Municipal Airport, (951) 737-1300, www.CoronaAirVentures.com. 8/14

SERVICES

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

ENGINES

Magneto specialist for TCM, Bendix, Slick, single & dual magneto. Aircraft Magneto Service, Bainbridge Island, WA, www.aircraftmagnetoservice.net, (206) 768-3099. 1/15

OXYGEN SUPPLIES

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Protect your assets. Legally avoid California Aircraft Sales and Use taxes. Call for free consultation. Associated Sales Tax Consultants Inc., (916) 3691200 or visit www.astc.com. 3/06 Divorce-Paternity Cases. Contact Lawyers for Men's Rights, (213) 3848886, www.mensrightslawyers.com. Offices of Stuart J. Faber. 4/10 Susan Biegel, MD, Certified FAA Medical Examiner, Upland, CA, wwww.susanbiegelmd.com, (909) 985-1908. 8/14

HOMES/AIRPARKS

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Complete turn-key proved system. No experience necessary. Will train. Licensed USA Aircraft brokerage.

Call today (504) 723-5566. Visit Business Opportunity Section at www.usaaircraft.com. 4208:TFN

AIRCRAFT INSURANCE Specializing in personal, business and charter aircraft. Best price, coverage & customer service. Zanette Aircraft Insurance Center, (650) 593-3030, (888) 723-3358. 10/06

Aircraft Insurance WARNING! Don’t even think of calling another agent until you’ve called Aviation Insurance Resources first! Access the entire market with just one call. Best rates. Broadest coverage. All markets. Tollfree (877) 247-7767, www.AIR-PROS. com. 1716:TFN

Classic Northern Idaho Retreat. 25acre riverfront subdivision. Carlene Peterson, Associate Broker, (208) 290-5700, Carlene@carlenepeterson.com. 7/15

The World Beneath Their Wings, A New Millennium of Female Aviators" by Julie Jervis. Dealer inquiries invited. To reserve your copy, call (650) 358-9908. 51108:TFN

Things My Flight Instructor Never Told Me & other lessons for aviators of all levels. (561) 752-3261, www.tmfintm. com. 11/07

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

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS List your non-profit club or organization FREE on a space available basis. Send information to: 3rdavenue@embarqmail.net

AIR TRANSPORT FOR KIDS WITH CANCER

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AVIATION FOR HUMANITY A non-profit humanitarian organization dedicated to providing safe, cost-efficient and reliable air transport in remote areas to fellow humanitarian agencies. www.afh.aero. 5/08

Air-Serv International

Provides essential transportation to those critically isolated from emergency aid in East & Central Africa, Central America, former Soviet Union, Middle East, and Indonesia. www.airserv.org. 2/07

West Valley Flying Club, San Francisco Bay Area.. Palo Alto (650) 856-2030, San Carlos (650) 595-5912, Hayward (510) 781-0101, South County (408) 683-4102., www.wvfc.org. 7/06

AVIATION CONSULTANTS

MUSEUMS

“Doing it right the first time” Home of Peninsula avionics, sales & service. Jorgenson-Lawrence Aircraft Sales & Management, Palo Alto, CA, Airport. Larry Shapiro, (650) 424-1801. 6107:TFN

The National WWII Museum New Orleans, LA, (504) 528-1944 info@nationalww2museum.org

AVIATION TRAVEL

Let your dreams soar! Aircraft loans tailored to your needs. Liberty Bank, (831) 338-6477, libertybk.com. 1/15

PROPELLERS

#1 Largest Network of Aircraft Brokers in the United States Become an Aircraft Broker — Available in Your Area Start today with USA’s proved system for listing and selling everything from high-performance single-engine airplanes, cabin class through jets, and helicopters & jet fractional shares. Includes multi-million-dollar inventory from which to start selling.

Aircraft Sales & Corporate Aircraft Management NAAA-certified appraisals, FDIC & RTC approved. Sterling Air, Carson City, NV, (800) 770-5908, (775) 885-6800, www. sterling-air.com. 11601:10

Quality, Service & Price, keeping the cost of aircraft engine maintenance down. Aircraft Specialties Services, Tulsa OK, (918) 836-6872. 10/06

Aircraft Engine Parts & Service. Gibson-Aviation, El Reno, OK, (800) 9924880, gibsonaviation@msn.com. 11/14

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Get Top Retail for Your Aircraft Aircraft sales, jet sales, management, financing. USA Aircraft Brokers, (877) 417-3069. 51218:TFN

FUEL

Corona Aircraft Engines. Complete engine overhauls on all Continental & Lycoming engines. ECI Titans in stock. Corona Airport, CA, (951) 736-6452, www.coronaengines.com. 8/14

Land here. Live here. The Moon Dance Ranch, a 100-acre compound. Offered at $4,300,000. Kathleen Leonard, Pacific Union/Christie's, (707) 938-8000, www.TheMoonDanceRanch.com. 7/15

AIRCRAFT FINANCING

The new Standard in Airplane Training. FAA-approved for any level 1 through 3 Flight Simulation Device. FLYIT Simulators, (760) 603-8200, tollfree (866) 814-9678. 3/06

Basic installs to complete panel and glass retrofits. Great service and value pricing. Pacific Coast Avionics, (800) 353-0370, www.PCA.aero. 7/15

Complete Propeller & Governor Service. Tiffin Aire, Tiffin, OH, (800) 5537767, (419) 447-4263. 2/08

Protecting your aircraft in & out. www.aircraftpaintprotection.com, an Aero Tect company. La Verne, CA, info@aerotect.net. 11/14

October 2015

The original "Self-Fly Safari." Selfpiloted bush flying in Southern Africa, planned by Hanks Aero Adventures. info@selfflysafari.com, (518) 234-2841, www.SelfFlySafari.com. 7/15

AVIATION ART/GIFTS Personalized Aviation Nose Art. Quality, service, lasting value. Hand-crafted to your specifications. Order now for Christmas delivery. Victory Girl, www. VictoryGirl.com, (909) 297-6688. 11/13

230 VIDEOS/PHOTOGRAPHY Specializing in aviation photography. www.horizontal rain.com. 1/15

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

Planes of Fame Air Museum Chino, CA (909) 597-3722 www.planesoffame.org Palm Springs Air Museum Palm Springs, CA (760)778-6262, www.psam.org Flying Heritage Collection Paine Field, Everett, WA (877) FHC-3404 www.flyingheritage.com Military Aviation Museum Virginia Beach, VA, (757) 721-7767 www.militaryaviationmuseum.org Allen Airway Flying Museum Gillespie Field, El Cajon, CA (619) 596-2020

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In Flight USA Celebrating 30 Years

October 2015

AD INDEX Absolute Aerobatics ..........52

Aviation Ins. Resources ......22

Aircraft Specialties Service 19

Corona Air Venture ............20

Aircraft Magneto Service ..44

Bristell Aircraft....................28

Aircraft Spruce................4, 15

Corona Aircraft Engines ....27

Airplane USA......................28

Dr. Susan Biegel, MD ........14

iCloth ....................................9

QREF Media ......................18

Jorgenson Lawrence ..........51

San Carlos Aviation Supply12

IcyBreez ..............................32

JT Evans ................................4

Divorce For Men ................26

Julie Clark Air Shows ........10

Airtronics ..............................2

Durachart ..............................6

Ladies for Liberty ..............52

American Aircraft Sales ....47

Gibson..................................22

Aircraft Tool Supply ..........31

Alliance Intl. Aviation (AIA) ..12

Fast Lane to Faith ..............36

Kitfox ..................................33 Lafferty Aircraft Sales ........11

Liberty Bank........................46

R&M Steel ..........................14

Scale Craft Models..............28

Schweiss Doors ..................49 Sky Dancer ..........................20

Sterling Air ..........................13

Steve Weaver Aircraft Sales25 Tiffin Air..............................43

Giottos..................................10

Max-G Aviation ..................16

TJs Aircraft Sales ................23

Arizona Type Ratings ........26

Hartwig ..................................3

Old School Aviation............45

Zanette AC Insurance ..........5

Aviation Gifts by Wileman 44

Horizontal Rain ..................32

AOPA ....................................7

Arizona Soaring ..................41

Assoc. Sales Tax Consultants 39

Golden West Fly-In ..............9

HME Watches ....................30

Mountain High Oxygen........3

Pacific Coast Avionics ........21

USA Brokers ......................31

Pacific Oil Cooler ..............16

“Still Specializing In First Time Buyers And Student Pilots Needs" We are the only broker in N. California with four 400 series and three 210s for sale!

1978 182, Flown Regularly, Great Panel.

1982 T-210, “Rare Find” and Recent Annual.

1969 172

One owner for over 15 years and a showpiece ...make offer.

1977 T-210, The Prettiest One in the Country!

JORGENSON-LAWRENCE AIRCRAFT SALES AND MANAGEMENT HOME OF WHAT’S UP?! AIRSHOW ENTERTAINMENT

Voted Best “After the Sale Customer Service” for the 18th Straight Year

Located at the beautiful Palo Alto Airport (PAO) in the Baylands Recreational Area where aviation, golf, nature and good food live in harmony creating a comfortable and convenient setting to select a new airplane. South of San Francisco along the west side of the bay, north of San Jose.

Larry Shapiro • Larry@LarryShapiro.com • Or Call Us! 650-424-1801 For more information about these planes and others, Please Visit Our Web Site: www.LarryShapiro.com

There’s a storm brewing!

High winds, lightening speeds, and thunderous, ear-piercing noise are all forecast for show center. But don’t worry. It’s not Mother Nature, it’s the World’s only civilian-owned-andflown Harrier in the hands of two, former Marine Corps test pilots. 21,600 lbs. of pure thrust, at their fingertips. Consistently among the top airshow crowd favorites, you can have both the Harrier and an L-39 for your airshow. The crowd knows what they want. Give it to them!

Minus 30 knots to 650, and they use EVERY ONE OF THEM Call for pricing and availability. Nalls Aviation, Inc. Contact Art Nalls • 202-213-2400 or fastjetone@gmail.com www.nallsaviation.com