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Q Stuart, FL: Stuart Air Show, Fri. 5 p.m./Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m., Witham Field, (772) 781-4882, stuartairshow.com. Q Lakeview Terrace, CA: American Heroes Air Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hansen Dam, (818) 347-4577, www.heroes-airshow.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Palm Springs, CA: Open Cockpit - F-104 Starfighter, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Palm Springs Air Museum, (760) 778-6262. Q Jacksonville, FL: NAS JAX Air Show, 9 a.m., www.nasjaxairshow.com. Q San Antonio, TX: Joint Base San Antonio Air Show & Open House, gates 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., JBSA-Lackland Kelly Field Annex, jbsairshow.com. Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-7576. Q Pensacola, FL: Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show, gates 8 a.m., Sherman Field, www.naspensacolaairshow.com. Q Hammondsport, NY: Veterans Weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, (607) 569-2160, www.curtissmuseum.org. Q Chino, CA: Veterans Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Yanks Air Museum, (909) 597-1735. Q Fairview, OK: Fly-In & Air Show, opens 7 a.m., Fairview Municipal Airport, (580) 227-3788. Q San Carlos, CA: Nano Drone Workshop, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos Airport, (650) 654-0200. Q Palm Springs, CA: Open Cockpit - F4F Wildcat, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Palm Springs Air Museum, (760) 778-6262. Q McClellan, CA: Free Veterans Day Open Cockpit, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Aerospace Museum of California, (916) 643-3192. Q Bakersfield, CA: Minter Field Air Museum Veterans Day Parade, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bakersfield, MFAM@minterfieldairmuseum.com. Q Las Vegas, NV: Aviation Nation, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nellis AFB, www.nellis.af.mil. Q Monroe, NC: Warbirds over Monroe Air Show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Charlotte-Monroe Airport, warbirdsovermonroe.com. Q Titusville, FL: VAC Veterans Day Weekend Open House, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Valiant Air Command/Warbird Air Museum, www.valiantaircommand.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 Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 8 a.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, www.flabob.org. Q Olympia, WA: Fall Military Collectibles Show & Sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Olympic Flight Museum, (360) 705-3925, www.olympicflightmuseum.com. 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 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., Gibbs Montgomery Executive Airport, (619) 301-2530. Q San Carlos, CA: Santa Arrives by Helicopter, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos Airport, (650) 654-0200.
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Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Massey, MD: Open Hangar Party & Fly-In, 11 a.m., Massey Aerodrome MD1, (410) 928-5270, www.eaa.org. Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-7576. Q Shafter, CA: Christmas Open House with Santa Claus, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Minter Field Air Museum, Shafter Airport, (661) 393-0291 (msg). Q Denver, CO: Holidays at the Hangar, noon to 4 p.m., Wings over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, (303) 360-5360. 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 Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 8 a.m., Flabob Airport, (951) 683-2309, www.flabob.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. 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., Gibbs Montgomery Executive Airport, (619) 301-2530.
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SMOKE-N-THUNDER BRINGS PLANES, RACECARS, TO ICAS AIRSHOW CIRCUIT
By Vickie Buonocore
f you think it takes a huge ego to operate a car that accelerates from zero to 400 miles per hour in nine seconds, fast enough to pass a plane in any given race, you’d be wrong! In no small measure, Smoke-n-Thunder Jet Shows owner, Bill Braack’s, humility overpowers the 10,000-horsepower jet car engine. Building a legacy that Scott Hammack started in the early 1990s, Bracck is now credited as performing one of the most riveting airshow events in the country. With flawless timing and precise handling, Braack takes on a plane at airshows throughout the country and usually wins the race within split seconds, although much of the fun, he admits, is getting the audience talking (sometimes arguing) as to who won, the pilot or the driver. (Spoiler alert… it’s always the driver!) Braack met Scott and Linda Hammack in the mid-1990s, catching sight of Scott performing with his jet car at the Kelso Air Show. The performance grew in popularity over the years and so did the BraackHammack friendship. One year, Braack
Above: Smoke-n-Thunder races a P-38. (Sagar Pathak) Right: Scott and Linda Hammack (Bill Braack)
noticed that Linda hadn’t made it to the airshow and soon learned she was undergoing cancer treatment. He wasted no time in offering Hammack his help and support. Braack notes that Linda was a true fighter, beating cancer twice over the course of a 20-year battle. She died on July 2, 2010 but is always remembered as Scott’s best friend, business partner, and strong contributor to the aviation community.
Braack came into the airshow business under Hammack’s wing but with a strong background of his own. He was a pilot, military flight engineer, military crew chief, and former maintenance mechanic. In the early 2000s, Braack was working for the Catholic Health Care System’s marketing department in Washington State. That’s when the call
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came from Hammack for a little help. Due to Linda’s condition, they could not attend the ICAS Air Show convention in Las Vegas. “So I went and handled it for them,” said Braack. While at the convention, Braack said, “I was the new kid on the block, and everyone was asking where Linda and Scott were. When they learned about Linda, I ended up with a basket full of get-well cards to take back to her. I realized this was really a community of people who cared a lot for each other.” His attendance at the convention also inspired him to think out of the box a bit in an effort to promote the jet car show. He later reached out to the Air Force Reserve and landed a contract for sponsorship that lasted seven years. “I really knew nothing about airshow marketing,” he noted. Apparently, he learns fast. In 2004, Braack, recently retired from the Air Force Reserve, and his wife, Charlene, took ownership of the jet car show and with three other partners. They continue to “drive” the airshow circuit every year. Braack learned a great deal from Hammack and went on to gain his Continued on Page 18
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NEWS GA Groups Launch Campaign Against ATC Privatization By Dave Hirschman, AOPA....................................................................8 Embry-Riddle Points to Language as Problematic in Aviation ......11 Piper Deliveries and Revenue Trending Upward ..............................14 FAA Restricts Drones over Landmarks..............................................18 Scaled Composites Completes First Flight of Model 401 ..............19 New Commercial Hot-Air Balloon Safety Program ..........................24 ICAS Convention Preview: Slated for Dec. 3-6..................................27 NBAA Wrap-Up: Strong Convention ..................................................32 AOPA Announces 2017 flight Training Experience Awards............39 CalAero’s “Mobile Flight Experience” On Tour..................................41 Explore Aviation History in Orange County, Calif.............................44 Inspiration is in the Air at Planes of Fame ........................................45 New Waco Float Plane has Landed ....................................................46
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FEATURES Editorial: The Mother Tongue By Ed Downs ..................................................................6 AOPA Editorial: Big Names and Small Towns By Mark Baker (President AOPA) ......................................8 A Personal Account (and Achievement) at NBAA BACE Convention By By Paul T. Glessner ....................................................9 Author Interview: “How to Make a Spaceship’s By Mark Rhodes ............................................................10 Letter to the Editor: Accidents and Plain (Plane) Common Sense By Larry Shapiro ..........................................................26 Airman Ropes Off Stress, Uses Music By Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese....................................47
COLUMNS Flying With Faber: Flagstaff, An Alpine Desert Oasis By Stuart J. Faber ............................................................29 Flying Into Writing: Huntington Beach Airshow As Seen From a Boat By Eric McCarthy ............................................................38 Safe Landings: Re-Sourcing Crew Management ........40 Homebuilder’s Workshop: Sadness By Ed Wischmeyer ............................................42
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By Ed Downs
s this going to be an English lesson… in an aviation magazine? Yep, and by the time you’re finished reading this, you will hear the long-ago voice of your fifth grade English teacher reminding your bored and disinterested self that, “someday you will need to know this stuff!” It may also interest the reader to know that the title of this editorial view is, in fact, plagiarized from one of the most fun books about English ever written, Mother Tongue, authored by famed satirist/humorist, Bill Bryson, who knows more than a little bit about just about everything. But English, the “mother tongue?” Isn’t that a bit disrespectful in a western world bent on nurturing “multi-culturalism,” meaning the support of separate languages and social structures within the borders of a given country? The short answer is no. In our world of aviation, English is the mother tongue. Let’s start at the beginning. A short time ago, the editorial crew at In Flight USA received a news announcement from Embry Riddle University announcing a new program and area of research (See page 11). The contention of this announcement is that inflight communication difficulties, meaning language, have been a contributing cause to more accidents than previously thought. That research is just one part of EmbryRiddle’s overall Language as a Human Factor in Aviation Safety (LHUFT) Initiative to heighten awareness, improve aviation safety, and enhance future investigations. Two examples were given involving language-related confusion. Three new – Language as a Factor in Aviation Safety, Aviation Topics, and English for VFR Flight – are also being offered at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach Campus to increase awareness and improve communication with the goal of expanding to Embry-Riddle’s worldwide campuses. Embry Riddle points out that English is the world standard for aviation, a fact that is technically defined by both
international law and the FARs. But, why English? Many of the most important advances in early aviation occurred in Europe, not America. While guys like the Wrights and Curtis were certainly pioneers, the oncoming “Great War” in Europe spurred a terrific expansion in aviation technology. England, France, and Germany were at the forefront, so why not French or German? It was realized quite early in the development of commercial aviation that country borders were becoming a thing of the past, as aircraft could quickly fly once around the world. By the end of WWII, the United States emerged as the world leader in aviation by a large margin. U.S. airlines initiated round-theworld services while business and general aviation really took off. Enter an organization called the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). ICAO is a specialized agency of the United Nations, which codifies the principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of international air transportation to ensure safe and orderly growth of international aviation. Its headquarters are located in the Quarter International of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Yes, it is a French-speaking organization that decided that English should be the international language of aviation. Did you know that your U.S. Pilot Certificate meets ICAO standards, and is therefore considered an International Pilot Certificate? Did you know that a Sport Pilot Certificate does not meet ICAO standards, and may be used only in the U. S.? Flip your Pilot Certificate over and note the fine print on the left side of the certificate that reads “English Proficient.” This is an ICAO endorsement that states you meet ICAO Level 4 English standards (more on that to follow). This standard was certified by the Continued on Page 12
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Continued from Page 4 certification in 2005 following intense training. While no longer an owner, Hammack continues to work with the crew for the jet car. “Scott was meticulous in maintaining the jet car and really taught me everything. During the off-season, we spend a lot of time on maintenance,” said Braack. “I’m really proud of our 100-percent safety record. I like to say we’ve never bent metal, not even an incident.” Hammack perfected the car’s performance, notes Braack. “Yes, the driving skill has to be there, especially in terms of timing and precision, but it’s really about the car,” he notes. Humbly (again), he states, “the (airshow) audience doesn’t really know me. Maybe the pilots do, but they only make up about eight percent of the audience. But everyone can relate to the car. Everybody drives, and to see the jet car in action resonates with the audience.” Everyone might relate to driving, but the jet car is a beast in a category of its own. It sports a Westinghouse J34-48 engine that pulls 10,000 horsepower and thrust of 6,000 pounds with afterburner. The chassis consists of 4130 chromemoly construction and a 240-inch wheelbase. The body is made of aluminum and magnesium, and the cockpit is custombuilt with a single seat designed specifically for Braack. The 2,300-pound, 26foot machine has two 20-gallon fuel cells and uses 40 gallons of diesel fuel at each performance. A bunch of that goes toward the near 400-mile-per-hour acceleration speed. Accelerating is one thing; stopping is another. The car has two ringslot parachutes, one 14.5 feet and the other 16 feet, as safety measures, and speaking of which, carries an on-board fire extinguisher system, just in case.
The jet car travels across the country from airshow to airshow in an 80-foot truck and trailer. The unit is always part of the display at shows and is equipped with a power unit that is used to start the jet car. Lucas Oil Aerobatics, owned by Mike Wiskus, is often the challenger to the jet car. Flying his bright orange Pitts, Wiskus is a formidable challenger. The Pitts S-111B was the last design of the famous Pitts Special line. The airplane is one of the few, if not the only, unlimited type aircraft that can be built from scratch. Known as the Super Stinker, the S-111B was created for competition aerobatics. Wiskus has owned a number of Pitts aircraft over the years. He often brings another two-place Pitts S-2C to shows. He’s owned the Lucas Oil Pitts S-1-11B since 2000. He rebuilt it after purchasing it on EBay as a wreck. The Lucas Oil Pitts has been through numerous upgrades, striving to get just that much more out of it. Along with the jet car, the Smoke-nThunder show features Hot Streak II, a twin-jet engine ‘57 Chevy Pickup truck capable of speeds upwards of 350 miles per hour. Having been part of the show for more than 20 years, Hot Streak performs at both airshows and drag racing events. Hayden Proffitt II, driver of the truck, is the grandson of legendary hall of fame drag racer, Hayden Proffitt, who also toured the country with Hammack three decades ago. After nine years on active duty, Hayden II decided it was time for a change, as he always wanted to pursue his dream of driving a racecar. Arguably, the world’s fastest pickup suited Hayden II just fine. Smoke-n-Thunder Jet Shows has five owners, Bill and Charlene, Hayden II and Jordan and Donna Haines. Charlene takes an active role in logistics, including bookContinued on Page 18
ATC Privatization Battle Lingers On General aviation has spoken and along with top leaders throughout the industry including Capt. “Sully” Sullenberger, Sean D. Tucker, Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell, nearly 200 general aviation groups, and their members and supporters have reached out to oppose ATC “privatization,” generating more than 85,000 messages to members of Congress. Rep. Bill Shuster’s (R-Pa.) proposal to hand over the nation’s air traffic control system to a non-profit entity that would be dominated by the airlines is ultimately not in the best interest of this country or general aviation. The Congressional Budget Office revised cost estimate of the 21st Century AIRR Act (H.R. 2997) says that this legislation would increase the deficit by almost $100 billion. Along with handing over the air traffic control system to the airlines, this move would also leave American taxpayers on the hook if this too-big-to-fail monopoly eventually does fail. The on-again, off-again nature of this push is not expected to end any time soon, and GA advocates should not take the postponement of any one vote as reason to think the issue is settled. We must continue to reach out to Congress and let them know that so-called privatization is bad for aviation and bad for our nation’s economy. You can help AOPA’s effort to fight privatization by donating to the Aviation Advocacy Fund. Your contributions will be used toward the campaign to fight air traffic control privatization and advocate for general aviation in DC during this critical time. This fundraising effort is a joint project with other aviation associations, large and small, who are united in this effort and sharing the significant expense to educate the public about the dangers of privatizing air traffic control. For more information, visit www.aopa.org/advocacy/take-action and to reach your Congressional representative call 1-855-3837330 toll-free today!
Mark R. Baker President & CEO, AOPA
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AOPA President & CEO ore often than not, when we make plans to fly somewhere, the name attached to the airport is more of an afterthought than anything else. How often do we take the time to learn about the person behind the name? Such a prestigious honor as having an airport named after you isn’t something that’s handed out to just anyone. Thankfully for Rushford, Minnesota, there’s Robert W. Bunke, without whom, Rushford would not have an airport to begin with. In July of this year, I had the honor of
traveling to Rushford to present Robert Bunke, a Marine Corps veteran and general aviation pilot, with an AOPA Presidential Citation Award during a naming ceremony and fly-in of 90 aircraft – all organized to recognize one relentless man, in his hometown. Forty years after Bunke’s tireless work to bring an airport to his town, Rushford Municipal Airport would now be named Robert W. Bunke Field. Bunke soloed at age 17 back in 1945 and trained in a variety of taildraggers he rented for about $7 an hour. Later in life, he took on business challenges to merge small rural telephone systems into a regional cooperative, and created a Wisconsin management and engineering services firm. He
was able to incorporate his love of flying with his professional life–and eventually brought aviation to Rushford. At first, Bunke’s small town rejected the idea of an airport, arguing there were no airplanes in Rushford, so an airport wasn’t necessary. Luckily, Bunke kept a Field of Dreams mentality of, “Build it and they will come.” He persisted and after more than 10 years of advocating for an airport, his vision would eventually become reality. As advocates for general aviation, we must work to embody the spirit and honor the contributions of people like Bunke. Many times we take for granted small airports that allow us the access essential for
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growing businesses and reaching countless places across the globe. Many smaller towns across America still struggle to keep their airports running or are still searching for ways to build new ones. Yet, the importance of small airports was never as well demonstrated as during the recent hurricane relief efforts in Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico. The next time you’re flying to a rural town or even a big city, take a moment to reflect on the person that airport is named for. You might be surprised to hear the story of that person’s journey. Even better, take the time to learn about your airport’s history, the people responsible for it, and consider honoring them for their contributions.
GA GROUPS LAUNCH CAMPAIGN AGAINST ATC PRIVATIZATION
By Dave Hirschman, AOPA
Leaders of U.S. general aviation organizations are unanimously opposed to so-called air traffic control privatization, and they’re launching a media campaign to counter “gross misrepresentations” by the airline-backed groups supporting it. “Air traffic control privatization is the biggest threat to the future of our industry that we’ve ever seen,” said Ed Bolen, president of the National Business Aviation Association, during a panel discussion among GA leaders Oct. 10 at the NBAA convention in Las Vegas. “It’s being pushed by the nation’s biggest airlines and some front groups they’ve created.” House Bill 2997 would transfer ATC and its billions of dollars in assets from the FAA to a 13-member board controlled by airline interests. Front groups are running TV ads blaming private jet owners for airline delays and the slow pace and high costs of ATC modernization. Aviation organizations are responding with their own ads in which Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell, “Miracle on the Hudson” Capt. Chesley “Sully”
Sullenberger, airshow ace Sean D. Tucker, and others reject the move as a corporate giveaway that would harm U.S. security and ATC efficiency. AOPA President Mark Baker, a panelist at NBAA, said the aviation groups’ efforts are working, and more than 85,000 members and supporters have called their members of Congress to oppose ATC privatization. House Transportation Committee Chairman Bill Shuster (R-Pa.) is the main privatization backer, and he has pushed the measure for years. “Momentum is on our side,” Baker
said. “But I worry about fatigue setting in. This is a long game, and this issue isn’t going to go away until we have a change in leadership.” The aviation community has created a website (http://www.atcnotforsale.com/) to spread information about this complex issue. Experimental Aircraft Association President Jack Pelton, also an NBAA panelist, called ATC privatization “terrible legislation that could be catastrophic to general aviation.” The Congressional Budget Office
estimates ATC privatization will increase the federal deficit by $100 billion. Others who have studied it say it’s likely unconstitutional, and it’s likely to delay real modernization. Baker, an executive in the retail industry before joining AOPA, said the proposal now before Congress isn’t really “privatization.” It’s simply a move to create a monopoly whose board is unaccountable to U.S. taxpayers. “This is not privatization,” he said. “This is going to burden business aviation, general aviation, in a very big way.” Shuster had planned to bring the privatization bill to a vote in the House this summer, but strong opposition from the aviation community blocked it. “Members of Congress are listening,” Baker said. “They don’t have the votes at this moment.” Bolen told NBAA attendees they shouldn’t leave the convention without calling their member of Congress to express their opposition to ATC privatization. “We’ve got right on our side,” he said. “We’ve got numbers on our side. But it’s not enough. Do not leave this convention without your elected representatives knowing how you feel on this issue.”
and cost-effective Department of Defense,” Donovan said. “Speed is one of the most important attributes of a system designed to win. That is certainly true with air power.” When it comes to innovation, the Air Force is looking for new ways to do business, accelerating the transfer of ideas from the lab to the field, and putting the latest capabilities in Airmen’s toolkits as quickly as possible. “We must get faster in developing
counter-options, at achieving a common operating picture of the battle space, networking it altogether and achieving overwhelming decision speed,” he said. Donovan warned that America’s potential adversaries are gaining ground, investing in capabilities and innovating at a much faster pace than before. In order to stop their efforts the Air Force is looking at government and industry programs for new ideas.
“Our ability to adapt and respond faster than our potential adversaries is the greatest challenge we face,” Donovan said to the audience of programmers and engineers. “We need your assistance — your partnership, ideas and innovation. It is going to take our combined efforts and partnerships to build a more lethal force with the inherent flexibility and responsiveness our Nation needs to maintain our competitive edge.”
The heads of general aviation advocacy groups gathered at the National Business Aviation Association annual convention in Las Vegas Oct. 10 to discuss the threats of so-called ATC privatization being considered in Congress. (Thomas B. Haines/AOPA)
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his year’s NBAA-BACE held in Las Vegas last month marks the 70th anniversary of the organization and just nine days after the horrific shooting, was the first major convention since the nightmare. Extra security was present in the form of added staff to check IDs and plenty of K9s. I have luckily attended a handful of these conventions over the last 20 years, including last year’s Orlando location, and I must say, if you have any business in aviation, you must attend! If not for the educational seminars and the tactile touch and display of products and aircraft, the social aspect where new acquaintances today mean more profits and avenues tomorrow. While I will do my best to give my personal overview in this short article, NBAA did a more extensive and detailed summary that can be found at www.nbaa.org/events/bace/2017/newsroom. The event featured about 1,100 exhibitors, including more than 100 new exhibitors. Attendees, estimated at 27,000, represented all 50 U.S. states and dozens of countries, according to NBAA. Approximately 100 aircraft were on static display, both at Henderson Executive Airport and inside the convention center. Tuesday (Oct. 10) kicked off with the leaders of six influential general aviation (GA) advocacy groups delivering a powerful and coherent message of united opposition against ATC privatization during the “No Plane No Gain” Media KickOff Breakfast. All the acronyms were represented: NBAA, EAA, GAMA, HAI, NATA, and AOPA. “This year, we mark NBAA’s 70th anniversary,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “Starting at our first convention in 1950, 19 companies came together in a hotel to work together and pool their resources. They realized we could do more together than any compa-
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By Mark Rhodes
ew York Times Best-Selling Author Julian Guthrie’s recently released paperback version of How to Make a Spaceship: A Band of Renegades, an Epic Race, and the Birth of Private Spaceflight (Penguin Books) chronicles the unlikely partnership of several larger than life characters who, motivated by the promise of the $10 million “XPIZE” to be awarded to the first re-usable manned aircraft created and flown into space twice within a two week period. The result of this aspiration was SpaceShipOne; an experimental, air launched, rocket powered aircraft with suborbital flight capacity. The initial flight on Dec. 17, 2003 (appropriately the 100th anniversary of the Wright Brothers first flight) saw SpaceShipOne become the first privately built craft to achieve supersonic speed. Ms. Guthrie was nice enough to be interviewed by Mark Rhodes via email about the dream of civilian space flight; the characters that are the heart of her story, the role of NASA in these kind of endeavors and the future of private space flight. IF USA: How long has the dream of private spaceflight been around? JG: “Probably since the beginning of time, when humans looked at the night sky and wondered what was out there. Think about our earliest astronomers and scientists, whether Copernicus or Kepler or Galileo Galilei, with the questions posed and answers advanced. And look at the captivating science fiction of Jules Verne, Isaac Asimov, Robert Heinlein, Arthur C. Clarke and many others. All of these storytellers fueled an interest in the great beyond. They certainly inspired the dreams of my book’s protagonist, Peter Diamandis. He was an avid reader of science fiction and set out to make science fiction science fact.” IF USA: How did the story of SpaceShipOne as recounted in your book present itself to you? JG: “I met Peter Diamandis when I was working as a journalist at the San Francisco Chronicle. I did a front-page profile on him, and in talking, learned about the history of his nonprofit foundation called the XPRIZE. I started to learn about this amazing story of a group of dreamers and doers who set out to do in small teams what only the world’s largest governments had done before: build and fly a manned rocket to the start of space.
I loved the idea of this scrappy entrepreneurial tale, and of all of the great characters and brains, whether Diamandis himself or the famous aviation concept designer Burt Rutan or Erik Lindbergh, the grandson of Charles Lindbergh, or the intrepid test pilots who were straight out of The Right Stuff. I began to see the narrative of the story with Peter at the center, driving this crazy quest, and all of these other big personalities and talents coming in to play a certain critical role. I loved it, too, that toward the end, you have a female engineer named Anousheh Ansari (she was a space geek from childhood) coming in to save the day by funding the XPRIZE.” IF USA: How did you manage to explain some of the technical aspects of the story, literally rocket science, so that the lay reader could understand them? JG: “This was one of the most difficult parts of telling this story. It was rocket science, yes. It was also aviation history and milestones, NASA history and milestones, it was the test flying of experimental craft, it was the building of spaceships and of the rocket motors. I read a ton. I interviewed countless people, and I had a “technical expert” who looked over what I wrote for accuracy and feedback. I wanted to make this story wonderful – and credible, of course – for both engineers and insiders and for people of all ages and from all walks of life who may just be interested in the book because they too are trying to do the impossible. The story has something for everyone: dreamers, aviators, tinkerers, entrepreneurs, Continued on Page 14
LANGUAGE PLAYS A GREATER ROLE IN AVIATION ACCIDENTS THAN THE INDUSTRY MAY REALIZE
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Embry-Riddle team from the Daytona Beach and Worldwide campuses develops curriculum and training protocols while studying accidents over the past several decades in the hope of heightening awareness.
In January 1990, Avianca Flight 52 from Bogota, Colombia, to New York City, ran out of fuel on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), causing the Boeing 707 aircraft to crash in a wooded residential area in Cove Neck, New York, on the north shore of Long Island. Eight of the nine crew members and 65 of the 149 passengers on board died. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) determined the crash occurred partly from the flight crew’s failure to properly declare a fuel emergency. The investigation raised safety issues that included communication concerns between the pilot and air traffic control. Because of poor weather conditions, the aircraft was in a holding pattern and running low on fuel, but the crew did not use the word “emergency,” which resulted in air traffic control underestimating the seriousness of the situation and the need for special handling.
In another accident in October 2001, a small Cessna Citation CJ2 business jet collided with a McDonnell Douglas MD87 airliner on the runway at Linate Airport in Milan, Italy. All 114 people on both aircraft died, as well as four people on the ground. While many factors were noted, accident investigators also found that the aviation terms and phrases widely used by the controllers and pilots did not conform to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recommended practices. Communication also alternated between English and Italian. Those are two examples of aircraft accidents where inadequate English language proficiency was noted by investigators as playing a role in the chain of events leading up to the accident. Elizabeth Mathews, former linguistic consultant for ICAO and assistant professor at EmbryRiddle, believes language has been a factor more often than has been noted. As an expert in language as a factor in aviation
safety, Mathews is part of a team at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach and Worldwide campuses combing through databases of aircraft accidents globally to
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Editorial: The Mother Tongue
Continued from Page 6 examiner who gave you your check ride, using an Advisory Circular on the subject, AC 60-28/A, which has just (June 2, 2017) been replaced by AC 60-28B. It is possible that some readers who have not added to their certificates in the last 10 years or so may not have the ICAO endorsement. You need to get a revised certificate by going to the FAA website and wandering helplessly for the next several hours. Have fun! So, are you a “Level 4” English Proficient pilot, eh? Perhaps we should go back and check with your fifth grade teacher. The FAR’s (Parts 61, 63, 65, and 107) make it clear that you must be able to “read, speak, write, and understand the English Language.” Fortunately, the FAA has created an Advisory Circular, AC 6028B, that takes the place of that teacher and, as many might remember, “replaces that wooden ruler with that sharp brass edge. AC 60-28B has some important info in it, as the method of issuing some certificates has changed. As of this year, not just examiners (designees and/or FAA) are in the loop, but CFIs, Ground Instructors, and others must also conduct English Language evaluations. All cer-
tificate applications must now be processed through the FAA’s computerbased Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) system, and any person authorizing the submission of an IACRA form must certify English skills. Remember, CFIs now issue Student Pilot Certificates and sUAS certificates. It is interesting to note that CFIs are also required to verify citizenship and identification of new pilot applicants, along with some rating upgrades. Many municipalities will not allow their police to ask, “Are you a legal citizen?” but CFI’s are required by Federal law to do this on a regular basis. Now, back to the question, what is “Level 4” English? According to AC 60-28B, there are six categories to be evaluated: pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, and interactions. Thank goodness, spelling is not included! Recommendations are made as to how each of these standards is to be met, but the end estimate of ability will be subjective at best. Some of these categories are pretty tough such as the ability to read a technical document and then explain what it means. For the most part, reading
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and analyzing text is no longer taught in schools, giving way to simply looking up data with a search engine. I think many young Americans might have difficulty with this standard. As for this writer, I just hope the test document was not written by Microsoft! Basically, the above categories are “work related” but require meaningful proficiency. It is clear to this writer that some large flight schools that specialize in flight training of foreign nationals do not take these guidelines seriously. It also brings to mind the incredible dedication it takes for aviation professionals (including pilots, controllers, mechanics, and others) from non-English speaking countries, especially those with limited educational resources. Another interesting note is that CFIs are being challenged to conduct the “English Proficiency” evaluations during flight reviews and instrument proficiency checks, in addition to initial certification applications. But there is one more chapter to this story. And that happens to be Chapter 4, Section 2 of the Aeronautical Information manual (AIM). With the exciting title of “Radio Communications Phraseology and Techniques,” this chap-
ter tells our English proficient person how to speak “ATC.” Not only should you say it in English, you need to say it right. One last thought, this Californiaraised writer thought he knew what normal English sounded like, until heading for Sun ‘n Fun and landing at an airport in Alabama with local boys using regional colloquialisms on CTAF. Yes, English is the “Mother Tongue” of aviation. When flying domestically, use proper phraseology. If flying in the U.S. and you hear foreign students on CTAF speaking their native language, quickly get on the radio and state, “speak English,” as they may be discussing traffic pattern positions that you need to know about. Flight Schools working with many foreign nationals are encouraged to contact Embry Riddle University and learn more about the innovative studies they have underway and courses to improve English understanding. CFIs, download AC 60-28B and give it a read, it’s your job. For the rest of y’all, have a day that’s finer than a frog hair!
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Continued from Page 11 Embry-Riddle’s overall Language as a Human Factor in Aviation Safety (LHUFT) Initiative to heighten awareness, improve aviation safety and enhance future investigations. The initiative and LHUFT Center involves partnerships with Georgia State University and Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS). The work includes joint research projects; developing curriculum for aviation English; advocating for best practices in aviation language training, teacher training and testing programs, which are currently unregulated; and becoming an industry leader for language in aviation research and expertise. “While communication is universally acknowledged to be critical to aviation safety, industry understanding of communication and language as fundamental aspects of aviation safety has not kept pace with our understanding of other human performance factors,” Mathews said. Mathews noted that language issues in aviation are not investigated with the same degree of systematic and expert thoroughness with which other human and operational factors are considered. “Embry-Riddle hopes to provide an organizational focus to support human factors specialists, accident investigators and safety experts to better consider communication and language factors and to build a bridge between the field of human factors in aviation and applied linguistics. The goal is to improve aviation safety by heightening industry awareness of the threats posed by language issues in aviation,” Mathews said. One of the first steps of the initiative was the establishment in August of the first comprehensive bibliography of published resources on language as a human factor in aviation that is housed in Embry-Riddle’s Scholarly Commons digital repository. The free bibliography was compiled by Dr. Anne Marie Casey, dean of Embry-Riddle’s Scholarly Communication and the Library, and William Condon, research librarian. The bibliography, edited by Jane Deighan, special projects librarian, contains thousands of references to articles, books, reports, dissertations and theses. Three new courses — Language as a Factor in Aviation Safety, Aviation Topics and English for VFR Flight — are also being offered at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach Campus to increase awareness and improve communication with the goal of expanding to Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide campuses. More are also planned. English for VFR (Visual Flight Rules) that began
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in the Spring at Embry-Riddle’s Language Institute has interactive classroom sessions teaching flight students listening and speaking strategies, and English language skills to successfully communicate with air traffic controllers. Jennifer Roberts, Aviation English Specialist for Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus in the College of Aeronautics, who developed and continues to develop new curriculum, said as air travel increases around the world, particularly in places where English is not the primary language, so does the need to ensure a safe and efficient level of English language proficiency for all aviation personnel. “Too many aviation personnel are receiving operational training without sufficient English language instruction to reach the level of proficiency that will be needed when mechanics, controllers, or pilots, all with different native languages, are expected to communicate about issues in the hangar, the tower or the flight deck,” Roberts said. “The list of potential opportunities for miscommunication in aviation is endless.” As a former FAA air traffic controller, Dr. Sid McGuirk, department chair of Applied Aviation Sciences for EmbryRiddle’s Daytona Beach Campus, said he knows first-hand the importance of communication to flight safety. “Language is key not only for pilots and air traffic controllers, but throughout many facets of aviation,” McGuirk said. “Nearly all human factors textbooks and manuals identify communication as a critical element of safe operations, citing both first-language and second-language interactions as contributory factors to numerous accidents and incidents. Embry-Riddle is proud to be supporting this initiative to foster improved understanding of language use in aviation.” Graduate student Steven Singleton, who is specializing in aviation safety management systems, is part of the team that is reviewing aviation accidents that have occurred during the last 30 years. He is looking for potential evidence of language issues that could have contributed to those accidents. “Language issues are mostly ignored or not considered in many accidents and those findings could have been used as tools in future risk reduction,” said Singleton, who received a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace and Occupational Safety from Embry-Riddle this past spring. “If I can help find these potential factors in aircraft accidents, it can help Professor Mathews educate the aviation industry on ways to make it safer.”
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Author Julian Guthrie Continued from Page 10 space enthusiasts, and more.” IF USA: What role did the X Prize play with regard to this venture? JG: “The XPRIZE was started with this $10 million prize announced by Peter Diamandis in 1996 in St Louis. There, Peter announced he was offering $10 million for the first team that could build and fly a manned rocket to the start of space – twice within two weeks, to prove some form of reusability. From that moment, teams across the globe were mobilized to win the prize and achieve what many said was impossible. The XPRIZE changed history. The commercial space industry of today (with Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic and Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin) have their origins in this story that I relay in How to Make a Spaceship. Peter Diamandis really showed the world that a private path to space was possible. Now there is a thriving commercial space industry.” IF USA: What has been NASA’s stance regarding these kind of projects? JG: “I think NASA at first was dubious that this could be done privately, without the government’s help. When NASA was at its best, it made magic. It got man and machine to the moon and back. It ignited the dreams and passions of people across the globe. Then it kind of lost its way for a while. Now, though, NASA is partnering with the best of the
private companies to make that magic – those technological breakthroughs – happen for new generations.” IF USA: If and when space travel becomes routine do you see the role of NASA evolving? JG: “I think NASA will continue to do astounding work on its own. I also think that NASA sees a clear benefit in partnering with geniuses including Musk, as well as big companies including Boeing. We live in exciting times. Elon wants to get to Mars by 2024. SpaceX is contracted (and Boeing) with NASA to take astronauts to the International Space Station. Virgin Galactic will soon take paying passengers to the start of space. Jeff Bezos has ambitious plans for space.” IF USA: Air and Space travel has lost much in the way of romance. Do you think projects like these might spell a return to the idea of space travel as a glamorous pursuit? JG: “Yes, definitely. You only have to watch the livestreams of SpaceX rocket launches to see how cool this is. To see how impressive it is. All of this is inspiring the dreams of the next generation in the same way Apollo 11 inspired Peter Diamandis to start out on one of the greatest entrepreneurial adventure stories of all time, which I was lucky enough to get to tell in How To Make A Spaceship.” For more about the author’s work see her website http://www.julianguthriesf.com/
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Continued from Page 9 Bolen stated, “The GAO’s viewpoint is that ‘Privatization would delay modernization’ and the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) sees $100B USD would be added to the U.S. deficit if NextGen was privatized.” The comments complemented the many decals, adorned T-shirts, and
Flying Cars were a draw and an innovative topic at NBAA (Paul T. Glessner)
One of many static displays at NBAA BACE 2017. (Paul T. Glessner)
large banners and projected images readily seen throughout the convention. Jack Pelton, CEO and chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), noted such an entity would have little incentive to consider operational concerns from the GA community. “Where would general aviation be at the end of the day, with the airlines calling the shots?” he continued. “It really could be catastrophic, as far as I’m concerned, in so many ways. We’ll get left out.” NBAA and these other GA groups encourage the aviation community to visit the website www.ATCnotforsale.com for information on the privatization issue and to use that website and the telephone hotline 833/GA-VOICE to contact their elected representatives in Washington, DC and encourage these officials to oppose ATC privatization. Bolen opened the show for “all” in attendance, including key individuals like Nevada Rep. Dina Titus; Jim Murren, MGM CEO; FAA Michael Huerta; and a commissioner, in a show of “resilience” in the wake of the Las Vegas shooting. “As we stand in Las Vegas, we’re aware that not only is it a pro-business place with great infrastructure and great energy, but we also see that it is a city of remarkable strength, remarkable selflessness, remarkable com-
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passion.” He continued, “Las Vegas is resilient. And we’re very proud to be here at such an important time.” Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV-1), whose district includes much of Las Vegas, also conveyed her appreciation to convention attendees – “We’re always happy to have you here, and you’re even more welcome this year.” Tuesday’s concluding remarks came from retired U.S. Navy Captain and NASA astronaut, James Lovell, one of several aviation legends speaking out against ATC privatization after telling a very entertaining tale of his very first night carrier landing. I was lucky enough to attend FalconJet’s Wednesday (Oct. 11) morning breakfast at the Wynn Hotel. It was very informative as their line of aircrafts’ latest innovations were described. Their special guest was Cameron Robertson, co-founder of AeroVelo. He gave a captivating presentation on three of their award-winning “human-powered” land speed bicycle, helicopter, and airplane. AeroVelo’s work is the epitome of human-powered motivation. Back at the convention center after breakfast, Captain ‘Sully’ Sullenberger led off the general session opening remarks by discussing the pit-falls of ATC privatization and summarizing, “I am not done
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Continued from Page 16 lifesaving products and services for both the aviation and maritime sectors. Bolen also awarded the 2017 Al Ueltschi Award for Humanitarian Leadership, not to a single individual but to all of the everyday heroes in the general aviation community, pictured in a great visual montage, who flew critical relief missions to areas affected by the recent hurricanes and earthquakes in 2017. The Kelly (twins) Astronauts gave an incredibly entertaining talk on their careers. Mark started the audience laughing by boldly stating that he is older and wiser by “six minutes.” While they were not good students early on, they became motivated and aimed high. As naval aviators, they were not the best to the point that their superiors and instructors asked them, “Are you sure flying is for you?” Both have great flying abilities. Scott Kelly capped off their talk by asserting that, “continuing to do the hard things is the best gift we can continue to give our children and grandchildren.” He was building on President Kennedy’s speech about going to the moon and doing the “hard things.” Scott explained the attributes necessary to accomplish hard things is to have a plan and a goal, take risks, make mistakes, understand you will fail at times, focus on things you can control, test the status quo, and always work as a team. If people adopt this attitude, the Kellys said, “The sky is not the limit.” Wednesday afternoon allowed those in attendance to listen to a panel that consisted of Dorothy Cochrane, GA Curator at the National Air & Space Museum; Deszo Molnar, Flying Car Racing; and Brian Purdy, a Samson Switchblade buyer. The panel discussed flying cars past, present, and future. Alex Gertsen, NBAA’s Director of Airports and Ground Infrastructure moderated the panel. Dorothy gave an overview of the legacy of flying cars in the Smithsonian and a look at new vehicles in development. Brian focused on his rationale to advance purchase a flying car and why it is the best solution for his travel requirements. Dezso described his current flying motor-
www.inflightusa.com cycle and vehicles in development and outlined the separate racing categories for the upcoming flying car races. Wednesday evening was the Corporate Angel Network (CAN) Soireé. It is an opportunity to mix and mingle and give to a great charity. CAN is the only charitable entity in the United States with a sole mission to help cancer patients access the best possible treatment by arranging free air travel to specialized care facilities aboard business aircraft. Since its founding 36 years ago, CAN has made more than 54,000 flights possible for cancer patients. While I am no millionaire, your very own author leaned into the auctioneer’s ear right as a $27,670 (retail) Textron Stampede ATV was sold for $100,000 and stated, “I think the company will do two of those (for charity reasons when the stakes are this high).” With that, Spanky Assister went back to the lady who lost with her lesser bid and bamm, she stepped up, and CAN got two sold for a total of $200,000. Knowing I accounted for 23 percent of CAN’s evening take of $435,000 for such a good cause made my NBAA 100,000 times more worth it. Thursday (Oct. 12) was set aside to see the many, many aircraft that adorned Henderson Airport’s ramp space after a bird’s-eye view from my friend’s restaurant, The Landings, for breakfast. Seeing the ramp filled with aircraft of all kinds was Nirvana for us pilot types. A gorgeous DC-3 and a Stinson Reliant was prominently shown alluding to the 70 years of NBAA and the aircraft that started it all. I think a Beech Staggerwing would have complemented the duo. All in all, if you knew someone, you could pass through the various aircraft companies’ gate guards and enjoy spirited drinks, salmon, and desserts. Maybe it was the cologne I was wearing, but I had no complaints on all of the corporate interaction I was served up. My friend, Paul Floreck, is the SVP of Sales for U.S. and Canada for FalconJets. Another colleague of mine had a business partner that lived nearby that was in the market for a jet, so I saw firsthand FalconJet’s no pressure, informative presentation of their quality aircraft. I will reiterate here, if you have never gone to an NBAA BACE, you are missing out. A deep discount was given to attend the event the last day, Thursday. Start now becoming good friends with anyone that exhibits or is a customer of the many NBAA member corporations. You will not be disappointed. Paul T. Glessner, M.S. is an aspiring aviation writer where he has already shown his skills in automotive writing and photography. He is an FAA certificated com-
mercial pilot with instrument, multiengine, and G-IV SIC ratings who has been flying since 16 while working as a ‘line-boy’ during high school. Add to that, 30 years of aircraft design and flight-testing some of the best: F-22, F35, B-717, and CH-148. Paul made realtime aerodynamic analysis after the launch of the Space Shuttle to ensure seven astronauts returned to Earth safely. NASA has awarded him for work on the High Speed Civil Transport and the USAF for High-Alpha Testing of the F-
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At the request of U.S. national security and law enforcement agencies, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is using its existing authority under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) § 99.7 – “Special Security Instructions” – to address concerns about unauthorized drone operations over 10 Department of the Interior (DOI) sites, including the Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore. The FAA and DOI have agreed to restrict drone flights up to 400 feet with-
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SCALED COMPOSITES COMPLETES FIRST FLIGHT OF NEW EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT, MODEL 401
Scaled Composites has announced the rollout and first flight of its most recent project, experimental aircraft Model 401. Scaled worked with a proprietary customer to build two vehicles to demonstrate advanced, low-cost manufacturing techniques and to provide aircraft for research flight services to industry partners and the United States government. The two vehicles were designed to be identical in outer mold line and performance, with each aircraft powered by a single Pratt & Whitney JTD-15D-5D engine with 3,045 pounds of thrust. The vehicles are capable of flying Mach 0.6 with a service ceiling of 30,000 feet and have a wingspan of 38 feet and are 38 feet long. They have an empty weight of 4,000 pounds and a maximum take-off weight of 8,000 pounds with an endurance of up to three hours. Aaron Cassebeer, Project Engineer said, “This is such an exciting time for us. Scaled is at the forefront of experimental
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aircraft development and I am fortunate enough to have a front row seat.” He went on to say this about the mission, “Today was a great day for our test team. We had a great flight and we are looking forward to the future test program.” This successful first flight is the beginning of the flight test phase for vehicle number 1. The Scaled team plans to continue envelope expansion on the
first aircraft as they move toward first fligFor more information, visit www.scaled.com.
Scaled Composites has announced the rollout and first flight of its most recent project, experimental aircraft Model 401. (Scaled Composites/ Photo by Aaron Cassebeer.)
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Living History Flying Day Saturday, December 2, 10 am The December 2nd Living History Flying Day will feature the Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero. A speaker panel of distinguished aviation experts, historians and veterans will give a presentation, followed by a flight demonstration of the featured aircraft. Living History Flying Days occur the first Saturday of each month at the Chino, CA location. (Schedule subject to change.)
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DC-3 DNA
The seed of DC-3 passion was planted in me early. As a four-year-old boy, my mother and I flew on a United Airlines DC-3 from SFO to FAT (Fresno Air Terminal) to see relatives. During that flight I was feeling cramped so I asked mom if I could get out on the wing so I could see better. For years after that flight, and after seeing way too many WWII movies, I found myself fantasizing about flying a DC3 over Africa, with my white scarf flowing out the window, landing on a dirt strip carved out of the jungle and having the kind of adventures that only a young boy can dream up. Many years later, I would finally be able to see really well from the front seat of, first the Boeing 707 and then many more aircraft types as a pilot for TWA. But, after a few short years in the copilot’s seat when the airline industry began a steady decline, I was bumped back to the flight engineer seat for ten years. That left me itching to spread my wings as a “real pilot” and look out the front window again. Fast forward to April 4, 1975 when I flew the final leg of my DC-3 Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating ride on a LOC (localizer) Runway 10R approach to the Monterey, Calif., airport. Because the government was generous enough to grant me 30 hours of GI Bill money toward my DC-3 type rating I was able to pursue my dream of flying the grand old dame and, once again, see really well from up front. The memories of those days lingered dormant somewhere deep inside until recently when I was fortunate enough to get a ride in the Golden Age Air Tour’s DC-3, N341A out of Oakland
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Airport. And the memories came flooding back. I never did get the white scarf but 26 years at TWA, the greatest airline in the world, sufficed as a pretty good substitute for those misplaced African adventures.
The DC-3: The Plane That Changed The world
Even after 80 plus years since its maiden flight in December 1935, the DC3 remains one of, if not the most iconic aircraft ever built. It is generally recognized as the world’s first true airliner. It is not only among a select group of “planes that changed the world,” it is still in active service in all corners of the globe to this day but especially now as the Golden Age Air Tour aircraft in the San Francisco Bay area. Even now, the old adage that “the only replacement for a DC-3 is another DC-3” still holds true; there is no other aircraft available today at an even remotely affordable price that can do what a DC-3 can. After retiring from commercial and military (C-41 and C47) service, many of these aircraft became the forerunners of today’s modern corporate jets.
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Continued from Page 20 as a result of the crash over Kansas in 1932 of a Trans Continental and Western Airline (The TWA forerunner) Fokker Tri-plane, my tie to the DC-3 is kind of personal since, as I mentioned, I spent 26 years of my airborne life at that airline, during what I call “The Glory Days of Aviation!” I say indirectly since the public outcry around the crash of the Fokker led to the grounding of the airplane and the TWA airline since no one wanted to fly on the Fokkers anymore. Later came a series of Douglas aircraft, the DC-1, the DC-2 and then, in 1934, C.R. Smith, president of American Airlines requested a stretched and widened DC-2 (the DST) that could include 14 Pullman-type berths for transcontinental “sleeper” services. The DST first flew on Dec. 17, 1935, the 32nd anniversary of the Wright brother’s first flight.
The History of N341A
Fast forward through the different airlines and various iterations of the DC3 and, by 1939 more than 90 percent of the nation’s airline passengers were flying on DC-2’s and DC-3’s. Because of space limitations, I have to leave out the immense contribution to the WWII effort that the C-41 and C-47’s (the military versions of the DC-3) made but I venture to say the war would have probably swung the other direction had the C-41’s and ‘47’s not been in service. The Golden Age Air Tour’s N341A’s life span runs from the date it was ordered, May 11, 1938 to the day it was delivered to the Army Air Corps, hung with two R-1830-21 engines for $105,611.29, on Sept. 11, 1939 at Bolling Field, Washington, D.C. It was assigned to First Staff Squadron, Air Corps to be used as a transport to ferry VIP command staff before and during the war, most often for General Hap Arnold. The aircraft was well appointed and the main cabin was equipped with swivel seating to allow for in-flight meetings. The forward cabin was originally configured with four sleeping berths and upper skylights, similar to those found on the original DST (Douglas Sleeper Transport). N341A today retains its original distinctive tail insignia and bare metal finish, albeit now highly polished and with the addition of dark blue highlighting along the fuselage window line. Golden Age Air Tours’ DC-3 is one of the lowest time DC-3’s currently flying with less than 10,000 hours total time. There are examples still flying today with
well more than 90,000 hours on the airframe! N341A recently underwent a full stem to stern inspection, overhaul, and upgrade program with the emphasis on safety and operational reliability, making it probably the highest specification DC3 in the skies. It is fully IMC (instrument meteoro-
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freshly rebuilt Pratt & Whitney 1830-94 and the aircraft is equipped with wing and propeller de-ice boots and a lowpressure auxiliary oxygen system. All of this work has been undertaken to the highest industry standards by renowned DC-3 expert Paul Bazeley and his experienced crew at Aerometal Continued on Page 22
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Europe and Latin America. Simon Caldecott continued, “The addition of the class-leading M600 continues to drive revenue growth. Additionally the demo tour of Europe and Africa has resulted in better than expected sales, with five aircraft sold today and several more pending. Furthermore, Piper’s offering of the only complete trainer product line is helping further augment sales and long-term commitments from some of the world’s leading flight training programs.” For more information visit www.piper.com.
Golden Age Air Tours Continued from Page 21 International in Aurora, Oregon.
Aircraft Heritage
Some of you might remember the aircraft as the sister ship to the aircraft that was registered to the Otis Spunkmeyer cookie company. After that it was registered in Cape Girardeau, Missouri since 2002 before finding a home with Golden Age Air Tours. (For anyone who is interested, I can send you her complete history via email.)
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Golden Age Air Tours is currently operating scenic and champagne sunset tours of the entire San Francisco Bay area from the Oakland, Napa and Nut Tree airports for the rest of this year. Typical flight paths allow for unforgettable, once in a lifetime, low and slow views of the San Francisco waterfront and City skyline, Golden Gate and Bay bridges, Marin Headlands, Mt. Tamalpais, Sausalito, Angel Island, Alcatraz and Treasure Island. As a native San Franciscan and someone who has flown “high and fast” for most of my career, I was stunned seeing my hometown from 1,000 feet and a little more than 100 miles per hour. It was the first time I really had the chance to truly absorb the Bay area’s beauty in this way. If you’ve never had this experience, you have to treat yourself to exclusive “bragging rights” among your frequent flyer friends! Be warned though, you will see
DC-3 coming in for a landing. (Bert Botta)
birds that are flying faster and higher than you! You will also experience a new and different kind of “jet lag” on this tour since it takes a few days for the smile to leave your face after you walk away from a Golden Age Air Tour!
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Golden Age Air Tours also offer: • Private Scenic Tours, Point A to A within a 25-mile radius • Film and Advertising Static Shoots and/or In-Flight • Special Occasions • Weddings, Anniversaries, Funerals, and Memorial Flyovers Other: • Fundraising and promotional/educational events for registered charitable organizations and nonprofits with net proceeds benefitting charity • Off-site team building events for corporate and private organizations Don’t take my word for it, if you’re intrigued like I was, here’s the link to the website: www.goldenageairtours.com. Log on and sign up for one of their air tours. You’ll never look at the Bay area the same way again, literally…
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After a July 2016 balloon accident in Lockhart, Tex., that caused 16 fatalities, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) took proactive steps to increase the safety of hot-air balloon tourism. As the result of a year-long FAA “Call to Action” with the commercial hot-air balloon industry, the Balloon Federation of America (BFA) has developed an “Envelope of Safety” accreditation program for balloon ride operations. Announced last month, the FAA states consumers can use the program to select a ride company or pilot that strives to reach a higher safety standard – a move the agency applauds. To meet the BFA’s program requirements, company pilots of balloons that are capable of carrying more than four to six passengers must be commercially certificated for 18 months, have a specified amount of flight experience, and hold an FAA second-class medical certificate. Pilots also must pass a drug and alcohol background check, have attended a BFA-sanctioned safety seminar within the last 12 months, and be enrolled in the FAA WINGS program. The BFA will verify this information annually, and will check the safety background of pilot applicants by researching FAA accident and incident data. A second part of the program pro-
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vides balloon ride operators with a choice of three levels of safety accreditation: Silver, Gold, or Platinum. While any size company can achieve the highest level, the tiered structure is designed with different size companies in mind. Each level has increasingly stringent safety requirements including: • Meeting the pilot requirements • Holding valid aircraft and commercial vehicle insurance • Not exceeding a minimum specified number of accidents or incidents within a recent time period • Verifying annual aircraft inspections • Hosting a forum for passengers to rate the company • Notifying local FAA offices of the location of their base of operations • Executing and storing passenger liability waivers • Conducting random pilot drug screening • Developing written policies for crew safety. The FAA believes the BFA program will enhance safety and professionalism, and will allow consumers to be better informed before they choose a commercial balloon ride operator. For more information, visit the FAA website (faa.gov) or the BFA’s webiste (www.bfa.net).
It’s Official! Swiss Team Smashes Record, Wins America’s Gas Balloon Challenge
The scoring process has confirmed what the ballooning world already knew: Switzerland’s Nicolas Tièche and Laurent Sciboz rewrote the record book in winning the 22nd America’s Challenge distance race for gas balloons.
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Tièche andt Sciboz’s flight establishes a new distance record for the America’s Challenge, as the team flew 2,281 miles (3,670 km) to a landing near Labrador City, Newfoundland, Canada. Their distance far exceeds the America’s Challenge record of 1,998.1 miles (3,215.5 km), set in the year 2000 by the late David Levin and his brother Alan Levin. Their distance also bests the greatest distance ever flown in the Coupe Aéronautique Gordon Bennett, the gas balloon distance world champi-
onships. That mark, 3,400.39 km (2,112.9 miles) was set in 2005 by Belgium’s Bob Berben and Benoît Siméons in a flight from Albuquerque to Riviére-du-Loup in Quebec north of Maine. Second place this year goes to Krzysztof Zapart of Poland and twotime America’s Challenge champion Andy Cayton of the US, who also beat the old America’s Challenge distance mark with a flight of 2,191 miles (3,526 km) to Amqui, Quebec, near the border of Quebec and New Brunswick, Canada. Finishing in third place are fourtime champions Peter Cuneo and Barbara Fricke of Albuquerque, who landed near Brighton, VT after a nearrecord fight of 1,939 miles (3,122 km). This race captured the imagination of people throughout the world, as the launch was witnessed by a crowd of Continued on Page 26
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AIR BP HIGHLIGHTS INNOVATION AND NEW TECHNOLOGY 15TH TECHNICAL SERVICES CONFERENCE
Air BP, the international aviation fuel products and service supplier held its 15th Technical Services Conference from Sept. 18-21 at its Sunbury, UK headquarters with the theme of innovation and new technology. Forty-five customers took part to hear about how Air BP is meeting industry challenges and learn about newly launched initiatives to help customers protect their operations and manage risk. The four-day conference was Air BP’s biggest technical services conference to date with airports, refining and aviation fuels handling companies from 23 countries represented. Air BP highlighted a number of innovative new features to its technical services portfolio including:
• A competency assurance system for aviation operations, which provides specific task based content for trainers and operators covering over 140 operational and maintenance tasks. The solution is supported by an analytical tool, which shows detailed competency levels of staff or tasks at the click of button. • Digital refueling data services which introduces the availability of cutting edge paperless technology to the aircraft refueling industry in addition to streamlining the back office. This bi-annual event is designed to update and educate customers on Air BP’s latest technical services developments worldwide including advances in technology, processes and innovations. The program included sessions on safety leader-
ship skills, liability and major loss, maintenance training, a Tarbox liability update for multiple user facilities, analysis on safety critical equipment and the latest research and development. Customers also heard from Air BP’s technical services insurance broker, Marsh Ltd. “This conference is an opportunity for our global customers to hear first hand about our latest technical developments, supported by face to face meetings with our experts on any issues they may be experiencing that we could help them with. It’s a good networking opportunity and chance for us to get customers’ input into our future technical innovations,” said Gethin Jones, Air BP’s global technical services manager. Air BP’s portfolio of technical serv-
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Forty-five customers took part to hear about how Air BP is meeting industry challenges at a conference in September in the UK. (Courtesy Air BP)
ices covers product quality, training, safe and reliable operations, engineering design and build of depots and vehicles, and a variety of management services. Importantly, services are tailored to meet a customer’s precise need. For more information, visit bp.com.
SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT ANNOUNCES CARBON NEUTRAL FUEL COLLABORATION WITH AIR BP Air BP Sterling Card Holders Flying out of a Signature FBO Will Be Able to Offset Emissions from Travel Beginning in 2018
Signature Flight Support announced on Oct. 10 that Air BP Sterling Card holders will soon be able to fly using carbon-neutral fuel under a new agreement with the aviation division of BP. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2018, the carbon emissions from jet fuel purchased by Air BP Sterling Card holders at any par-
ticipating Signature FBO location in the U.S. will be offset via BP Target Neutral, BP’s voluntary carbon offsetting program. This joint approach to carbon reduction shows the commitment of two major players in the business aviation market to achieve a lower-carbon future. “We are proud to be amongst first-
movers in the business and general aviation industry. Signature is committed to excellent corporate social responsibility in all facets of our business. The ability for aircraft operators to offset their carbon by using the Air BP Sterling Card to purchase fuel is another step forward in this journey,” said Maria A. Sastre,
President and Chief Operating Officer for Signature Flight Support. As part of this collaboration, Signature and Air BP will increase their Sterling Card acceptance network in the U.S. to more than 100 FBOs. For more information, visit Signature Flight Support at signatureflight.com.
Two members of the three-person team that took away first place and $25,000 in EAA’s 2017 Founder’s Innovation Prize presented their winning solution to the General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) in Washington, D.C., Oct. 26. Thomas Baron, Maxwell Lord, and Justin Zhou won this year’s prize with their “Remora System” concept, which delivers critical flight information to the pilot through a head-mounted display. Baron and Zhou wowed the group of senior FAA officials
and representatives of GA organizations who meet regularly to discuss GA safety metrics and accident prevention strategies. “This year’s winners of the Founder’s Innovation Prize epitomize innovation and dedication to making general aviation safer,” said Sean Elliott, EAA vice president of advocacy and safety, who also acts as GAJSC’s industry co-chair. “This out-of-the-box thinking is exactly what we’re looking for with the Founder’s Innovation Prize.” Baron and Zhou were also featured
on the most recent installment of EAA’s The Green Dot podcast, in which the high school seniors detail how they convinced a panel of five expert judges at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017 that their solution was the best out of dozens received. They plan to use the prize money to continue to develop the Remora System and prepare it for use by GA pilots. More information on each of the five finalists in the 2017 Founder’s Innovation Prize can be found in the November issue of Sport Aviation. To submit an idea for the
(EAA Photo) 2018 prize, visit www.EAA.org/prize. The Founder’s Innovation Prize is presented by AIRBUS.
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Swiss Team Smashes Record Continued from Page 24 tens of thousands at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta Park and watching via live stream over the Internet. All eight competing teams enjoyed long, scenic flights; seven of the eight exceeded the 1,000mile (1,609 km) mark. The official order of finish:
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1. Nicolas Tièche and Laurent Sciboz, Switzerland, Distance 2,280.9 mi/3,670.76 km, Duration 59:19, landing northwest of Labrador City, Labrador/ Newfoundland province, Canada 2. Krzysztof Zapart, Poland, and Andy Cayton, USA, Distance 2,191 mi/3,526.06 km, Duration 69:04, landing near Amqui, Quebec, near the Quebec/New Brunswick border, Canada 3. Barbara Fricke and Peter Cuneo, USA, Distance 1,939.3 mi/3,121.82 km, Duration 60:13, landing near Brighton, VT
4. Mark Sullivan and Cheri White, USA, Distance 1,609.5 mi/2,590.31 km, Duration 61:56, landing at State College, PA 5. Benoît Pelard and Benoît Péterlé, France, Distance 1,186.6 miles/1,909.71 km, Duration 57:08, landing east of Indianapolis, IN 6. Phil Bryant and Mike Emich, USA, Distance 1,103 miles/1,775.11 km, Duration 44:09, landed near Lyons, IL. 7. Wilhelm Eimers and Sebastian Eimers, Germany, Distance 1,099.5 mi/1,769.42 km, Duration 46:53, landing near Plover, WI 8. Noah Forden and Bert Padelt, USA, Distance 820.6 miles/1,320.56 km, Duration 36:02, landing west of Ames, IA The tracking map and status page (http://www.balloonfiesta.com/gas-balloons/gas-tracking) are still available for viewing on the America’s Challenge website.
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The International Council of Air Shows held its first convention in 1967. Since then, the air show community has gathered every year to exchange ideas, conduct business and begin the process of planning the upcoming air show season. In 2017, the 50th Anniversary ICAS Convention will be held Dec. 3 - 6 at Paris Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nev. The ICAS exhibit hall features hours of exhibit sessions in a 60,000-squarefoot hall containing every air show performer, support service provider and consultant you need to plan and conduct a spectacular air show. This unique forum brings subject matter experts all together in one place at the same time. All are willing and able to share expertise with airshow planners throughout the country. Year in and year out, convention delegates tell the ICAS administrators that the exhibit sessions are the single most important part of the convention. That’s why ICAS focuses much of the organization’s attention on making it the best possible tool for introducing air show performers and support service providers to the event organizers who organize and conduct air shows. And, to ensure that the activity on the exhibit hall floor gets the full attention of all convention delegates, ICAS does not schedule any other educational sessions, meetings or events while the exhibit hall is open. For more information and available 2017 booth locations contact Mary Ann McManamay at ICAS headquarters, by e-mail at mcmanamay@airshows.aero or by phone at 703-779-8510.
Education Sessions
ICAS will once again offer dozens of different educational sessions during the 2017 ICAS Convention. The topics and the format of the extensive education program have been fine-tuned during the nearly 50 years that ICAS has been running this important education event. Indeed, long before the ICAS Convention included a trade show and exhibit hall, ICAS members were attending this annual business meeting to meet, discuss and learn from one another. Educational programming includes everything from a pre-convention, daylong, information-packed introductory workshop on air show air/ground operations to a series of hour-long break-out sessions conducted throughout the event. The education program for the 2017 ICAS Convention will include some of
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Editor’s Note: This schedule is subject to change. Please visit the ICAS website (www.airshows.aero) for updated schedules throughout the month.
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9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Air Force Open House Workshop
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8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Exhibitor Move-In 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Air Shows 101: Air/Ground Operations Training Workshop 12:40 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.: Aerobatic Competency Evaluator Training 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: First Timers Orientation: An Interactive Introduction to the ICAS Convention 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Sponsorship for Events 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.: Concurrent Session #1 - Putting on Your First Air Show: Tips and Advice from Veterans Securing Military Ground Support Equipment: an Introduction 3:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Introduction to Air Shows for Performers Continued on Page 28
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ICAS Convention Schedule Continued from Page 27 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Concurrent Session #2 - Golden Knights Forum 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Concurrent Session #3 - FAA Forum - Putting the Internet to Work for You: Advanced Social Media Tactics and Techniques 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Welcome to Las Vegas Reception
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FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA – AN ALPINE DESERT OASIS
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grew up in the midst of rolling prairies, thick forests, and cool, deep blue lakes. Of course, I feel most comfortable and at home in these environments. That being said, many of my desert excursions have been memorable. For example, the Atacama Desert in Chile is a magical place. The solitude and lunar-like terrain lends a feeling of being in space. In contrast, the dramatic hues of the red-rock desert in Sedona, Arizona are electrifying. No artist could duplicate the colors of these rocks. The desert surrounding Dubai, UAE, with its waves of sand, reminds me of the Arabian knights movies of my childhood. We spent a thrill-packed afternoon surfing up and down the sand dunes in all-wheel drive vehicles – as the SUVs banked almost 90 degrees, we were terrified that we would flip upside-down. The high terrain surrounding Flagstaff, Arizona has become one of my favorite desert destinations. At 7,000 feet above sea level, millions of ponderosa pine forests spring from the desert floor. Conifers are not the region’s only anomaly. For example, the desert around Flagstaff receives approximately 100 feet of snowfall annually. Additionally, the terrain is composed primarily of volcanic soil – not a sand dune in sight. Summer temperatures rarely rise above 80 degrees F. Winter temperatures can plummet below zero. Within an hour from Flagstaff is the Grand Canyon. This real estate resembles no desert I’ve ever seen.
A Brief Geography Lesson
Arizona, Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico join together at one point where their borders form a set of perpendicular lines. As far as I can determine, no other American states can make this claim. That geographical phenomenon, referred to as the “four corners,” is roughly the center of a 130,000-square- mile-expanse known as the Colorado Plateau. Much of the Plateau is composed of high desert with scattered areas of virgin forests – plus a geologic wonder known as the Grand Canyon. A large portion of Arizona lies at an elevation range between 1,000 to 3,000 feet above sea level. As one heads northwest toward the Flagstaff area, the journey up the Colorado Plateau elevates the traveler to 7,000 feet. Within the region, there are
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Sunset on the desert.
The lobby of the Little America Hotel at Christmas. (Courtesy Little America Flagstaff) the highest mountain peaks in Arizona. Flagstaff is located adjacent to Mount Elden, just south of the San Francisco Peaks. Just north of Flagstaff is Humphreys Peak. At 12,633 feet above sea level, this is the highest point in Arizona.
Airport
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (KFLG), at 7,014 feet above sea level, has one runway, R3-21, which is 8,800 feet long. ILS, VOR (there’s a VOR at the field), RNAV and GPS approaches are published. Wiseman Aviation, 877/947-3326, UNICOM 122.95, is the FBO. Rental cars are available at the main terminal. On this recent trip, I left my airplane in the hangar and flew commercially with a group of journalists. It presented an opportunity to try out my two new TSAproof belts. One was a metal-free leather model – reversible for either black or brown trousers. The other was a militarystyle green heavy woven nylon belt. I
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One of the beautifully designed suites at the Little America Hotel. (Courtesy Little America Flagstaff) wore one to Flagstaff, the other on the return trip. They were stylish and comfortable. I whizzed through security without removing the belts. Thomas Bates made both, and both are made in the U.S. Little America Hotel Flagstaff, 2515 E. Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ 86004, 928/779-7900, www.flagstaff.lit tleamerica.com. We touched down, retrieved our gear and headed for the Little America Hotel. The van pulled up to the reception area, and I observed what appeared as an Alpine oasis in the middle of the desert. What I love about Little America is that it is unlike traditional hotels. Not many hotels or resorts are surrounded by dense native forests. Four separate, twostory buildings, housing 247 guestrooms and suites, are nestled amidst 500 acres of natural wooded grounds. I had the feeling that I was in an Alpine townhouse. Each guestroom, more than 400 square feet, and with large sitting areas, is tastefully furnished with English wool carpeting, hand-carved wooden desks
The Presidential Suite. (Courtesy Little America Flagstaff)
and headboards, a spacious shower, 42inch flat screen HD LED TVs, in-room safe, complimentary high-speed Internet, coffee maker, fridge, and residentially styled furniture. The bedding and pillows are super-plush. Hypoallergenic bedding is delivered on request. If you are bringing the family, I recommend one the commodious suites. Some have 60-inch TVs, full kitchens, washer-dryers, microwaves, and cooking utensils. The Fireplace Suites have marble fireplaces framed by two large Arcadia doors. All suites have additional sleeping accommodations. Some have two marble bathrooms. Suites have their own decorated trees at Christmastime. This hotel is ideal for a pilot’s association gathering, a destination wedding, or a high-powered corporate meeting. The 10 meeting rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views of the outside. The outdoor facilities can accommodate up to 350 people. Several outstanding local restaurants are mentioned below. But I concluded that the hotel dishes are the best food in the region – and at prices on par with the local establishments. Breakfast buffets are chocked full of goodies from special omelets to homemade pastries. Graze through the steel cut oatmeal, fresh fruit, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, or French toast. The lunch menu includes French onion soup, Caesar salad, chicken salad, juicy burgers, BLTs, mac and cheese, tacos, and fresh hot turkey sandwiches. For fish lovers, I heartily recommend the trout served on a bed of fresh spinach, Continued on Page 30
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Flying With Faber Continued from Page 29 diver scallops with bacon beurre rouge sauce, or jumbo shrimp served with basil pine nut pesto. I also dived into the fettuccine Alfredo and the ziti baked in a rich marinara sauce. Meals are served in the dining room, patio, or within the comfort of your guest quarters. During leisure moments, you can take a trip to town, hop on a zip line, swim in the pool, or work out in the fitness center. Plus, the hotel can arrange a round of golf at the nearby Continental Country Club where you can play in the cool mountain air surrounded by splendid scenery. I devoted every spare moment roaming through the hotel-owned 500 acres of ponderosa pines, cottonwoods, blue spruce, box elder, and juniper trees. The deciduous trees were shedding their green foliage and dressing in resplendent reds, yellows, and rusty browns for their autumn attire. This majestic forest was not planted. Most trees existed for centuries before the hotel was built. I studied shrubs and rocks identified to us by the local arborist and native plant specialist, Christi Sorrell. I searched for bears, deer, and elk. How many resorts offer such opportunities?
Dining in Town
For dining in Flagstaff, I recommend the following: Beaver Street Brewery, 11 S. Beaver Street, Flagstaff, AZ, 928/7790079, www.beaverstreetbrewery.com. Best pizza in Flagstaff! Delicious chicken potpies, meat loaf platters, pasta dishes, pork chops, fondues, great soups, and salads. Their sister property, Lumber Yard Brewery at 5 S. San Francisco Street, serves lunch platters of ribs, tri-tip steaks, chili, and roast beef. As the name implies, they brew and serve outstanding beers. Tinderbox Kitchen, 34 S. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ, 928/2268400, www.tinderboxkitchen.com. They serve upscale, comforting cuisine, including tempting macaroni and cheese, grilled pork tenderloin, chicken breasts, or steaks. Josephine’s, 503. N. Humphreys St., Flagstaff, AZ, 928/779-3400, www.josephinesrestaurant.com. A modern American bistro housed in an historic bungalow, this charming place serves
A spectacular view of the Grand Canyon.
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Gourmet Lunch prepared by Ben Murphy of All Star Tours. (Stuart J. Faber)
Nature Trail at Little America. (Stuart J. Faber)
breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Good burgers and other sandwiches, steaks, salmon, and osso buco are among the choices. MartAnne’s Breakfast Palace, 112, Old Rte. 66, Flagstaff, AZ, 928/7734710. This is a Popular spot for breakfast. Standard American items, plus spicy breakfast enchiladas, and other south-of-the border specialties make for a great experience.
A Day at Grand Canyon
About 20 years ago, Ben Murphy, the convivial owner and head guide of All-Star Grand Canyon Tours, migrated from Vermont to attend college in Flagstaff. He never left. After graduation, he devoted his next few decades to exploring virtually every square mile of the Colorado Plateau and Four Corners region of Arizona. He, and his wife, Cari, created a tour company that is steps above the best. Ben greeted us at the hotel early one morning. His casual and affable manner belied what we would soon learn to be a human treasure of geographical and biological knowledge of the region. From
the moment we boarded his luxurious hirise vehicle, we were entertained, educated, guided, and pampered. During the one-hour drive to the Grand Canyon, he acquainted us with the geology of the land and the ecology of the surrounding forests and its wildlife inhabitants. The outdoors were our classroom and lab. The professor was burgeoning with knowledge and bubbled with infectious, earthy passion. Within moments, we felt as if we had known him our entire lives. He explained to us how the Canyon was probably carved out by the Colorado River during the Precambrian era some five or six million years ago. He described in exquisitely simple language how the river created four plateaus of sedimentary rocks first lifted the layers to about 12,000 feet above sea level, then how the climate produced erosion culminating in the Canyon’s mile-high walls. He ushered us through geological history, the dinosaur age and up to the present. He pointed out distinct layers of sediment and guided us to precipices on the rim of the Canyon so we could observe the deep blue-green meandering
of the Colorado River. We negotiated reasonably steep hikes to remote areas of the Canyon where Ben showed us fossils embedded in the shale. He explained the origin of some of these fossils and pointed out how many were sea creatures; evidence that the sea once covered the area. We walked, drove, huffed and puffed, and rested. We weaved through portions of the Canyon, which afforded breathtaking views. We visited Hermit’s Rest and marveled at early 20th century architecture designed by the pioneer woman architect, Mary Colter. At noontime, he drove us to a hidden spot where he suggested we take a short walk and return within 30 minutes. We came back, took a peek, and were greeted by a picnic table set with linens one might find in a fine dining restaurant. We devoured fresh fruit and veggies – plus made-from-scratch chicken, fish, and beef delicacies. We scraped every last morsel as we gazed over the rim into the depths of the Canyon. During lunch, we discussed geology, flora, fauna, anthropology, biology, and cuisine. Our tummies full, we drove to the eastern most viewpoint of the Grand Canyon National Park and home to Mary Colter’s historic Desert View Watchtower. Perhaps the most soul-inspiring and serene portion of the day was our visit to Wupatki National Monument. We trekked up a steep hill to where ancient Native Americans constructed red-rock pueblos and lived in these exiguous surroundings between the Painted Desert and the ponderosa highlands. These ruins date back to 500 AD. We all stood without muttering a word. The silence was riveting. Spellbound, we witnessed one of the most glorious sunsets we had ever seen. As darkness embraced the desert, we headed back to the hotel. The pining gazes on our faces communicated our reluctance to part company with Ben. Happy, content, and exhausted, we discussed elaborate plans for heading to town for dinner. We each parted to our rooms. No one appeared for the rendezvous. The next day, each “energetic, tireless” journalist confessed to falling asleep by 9 p.m. For more about All-Star Grand Canyon Tours, call 928/814-8887, 800/940-0445 or visit www.allstargrancanyontours.com.
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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) on Oct. 12 brought to a close its 2017 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAABACE), and event organizers reported the show was an all-around success, highlighting the strength of the industry, the host community of Las Vegas, NV, and the association, on its 70th anniversary. NBAA-BACE was held Oct. 10–12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Henderson Executive Airport (HND). “This year’s show was special in many ways,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “We celebrated NBAA’s 70th anniversary, and how our industry is stronger when we work together. We gathered in the company of aviation leaders and legends, like Capt. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger and Capt. Jim Lovell. We saw the launch of exciting new products, and we brought a citywide convention to Las Vegas, which the city welcomed with open arms.” Bolen said that with this year’s convention, NBAA hoped to “make Las Vegas proud, just as Las Vegas has made America proud.” Before the launch of the show, NBAA Charities made a $10,000 contribution to the Las Vegas Victims Fund, and throughout the event, the association encouraged show participants to contribute to the fund as well. During the show’s opening session, local leaders welcomed attendees, saying “with all of you, our city will continue to be Las Vegas strong.” As NBAA-BACE 2017 wrapped, organizers pointed to several indicators of the show’s strength and enduring value: • The event featured about 1,100
exhibitors, including more than 100 new exhibitors. Attendees represented all 50 U.S. states, and dozens of countries. • With about 100 aircraft on static display, both at HND and inside the convention center, NBAA-BACE remains the preeminent venue for manufacturers to unveil new models. For example, this year, the Bombardier Global 7000, Gulfstream G600 and Pilatus PC-24 made their debut at the show. • All three days of the show were packed with well-attended education sessions, including half-day programs at the NBAA National Safety Forum and SinglePilot Safety Standdown. Discussions featured top safety experts and representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). • On the final day of the show, more than 1,000 students came to NBAA-BACE, many to participate in Careers in Business Aviation Day, hearing from Dreams Soar Founder and around-the-world pilot Shaesta Waiz – plus a chance to interact with industry leaders and potential employers at the College/University Roundtable event. • A charity auction event, held by NBAA and the Corporate Angel Network, raised $435,000 for CAN’s mission to transport cancer patients to treatment centers. The show’s first two days featured standing-room-only opening sessions with engaging speakers, including local
This year’s convention took place as debate continued in Washington over the future of the nation’s ATC system. In a media breakfast held just before the show’s opening, general aviation leaders united in mobilizing attendees to oppose legislation that would strip ATC oversight from Congress, and hand that authority over to a private, airline-centric board, unaccountable to the public. Attendees took many opportunities throughout the week to send messages to Congress against ATC privatization, on their mobile devices and using dedicated person-
The second day of NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) on Oct. 11 featured a series of heroes and legends. The General Session dais included MedAire founder Joan Sullivan Garrett, hero-pilot Chesley B. “Sully” Sullenberger III and twin brother astronauts Mark and Scott Kelly, all of whom shared compelling stories about their successful careers. NBAA also recognized the general aviation community for providing relief following several major natural disasters during 2017.
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen presented the association’s 2017 Meritorious Service to Aviation Award to Garrett, a pioneer in critical-care medical response to provide lifesaving products and services for both the aviation and maritime sectors. Since being launched in 1985, the company has received upwards of one million medical distress calls, and the responses that MedAire has provided have helped save countless lives. In accepting the award, Garrett said, “It has been an incredible ride, but you can’t do it by yourself. There are too
many names to mention. But I know you know who you are, and I thank you.” Bolen also awarded its 2017 Al Ueltschi Award for Humanitarian Leadership, not to a single individual but to all of the everyday heroes in the general aviation community who flew critical relief missions to areas affected by hurricanes and earthquakes in 2017. “Business aviation’s value has always been demonstrated through its critical role in supporting humanitarian endeavors,” Bolen said. “This communiContinued on Page 33
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leaders who welcomed attendees to Las Vegas – Rep. Dina Titus (D-1-NV), Clark County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly and MGM Resorts International Chairman and CEO Jim Murren – along with top government officials, including FAA Administrator Michael Huerta and NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt. The sessions also included industry legends: Miracle on the Hudson hero-pilot Sullenberger and astronaut Lovell spoke out against Air Traffic Control (ATC) privatization, during the show’s opening sessions, and in a special NBAA video, urging aviation professionals to use the website www.atcnotforsale.com to tell Congress to oppose ATC privatization. As part of the show’s second-day opening session, astronauts Mark and Scott Kelly shared their adventures on the Space Shuttle, the International Space Station and as U.S. Navy aviators.
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STRONG, al devices on the show floor. Signage, lapel stickers and other promotional items visible throughout the exhibit hall and the static display of aircraft further encouraged attendees to contact their elected officials during the convention week at the show.
Marking a Milestone
NBAA-BACE show-goers also had many opportunities at the convention to celebrate the association’s milestone 70th anniversary. A key feature of the event was a large, three-dimensional, moving “NBAA70” wall, filled with signatures from those wanting to be a part of the occasion. The 70th anniversary was also celebrated at the static display of aircraft at HND, with the inclusion of a “70th Anniversary Row,” where a 1946 Douglas DC-3 business aircraft joined other vintage aircraft from business aviation’s early days. “As we draw the curtain on NBAABACE 2017 and our 70th anniversary, we leave Las Vegas inspired by the passion and dedication in the business aviation community, and excited for the industry’s future,” said Bolen. Bolen added that NBAA is looking forward to 2018, when NBAA-BACE returns to Orlando, FL on Oct. 16–18. See NBAA TV clips with highlights from show, along with news, photo galleries and dispatches from each day of the convention at nbaa.org. Editor’s Note: Read Inflight USA’s firsthand report by Paul T. Glessner on page 9.
KELLY BROTHERS INSPIRE AT NBAA-BACE SESSION HONORING AVIATION HEROES
Twin brother astronauts Mark and Scott Kelly addressed NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition last month with inspiring words: “Continue to do the hard things…” (Courtesy NBAA)
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We are living through a Fourth Industrial Revolution, presenter Greg Jones told attendees gathered in the Innovation Zone at NBAA-BACE last month in Las Vegas. “From steam through to electricity, electronics and IT, and onto the digital era, technology evolves rapidly,” said Jones, a global industry solutions manager for Microsoft. “Very quickly we’ve gone from the app world where everybody is really happy to be able to integrate with technology and information relevant for them, to a world where technology enables more personalized service presenting exactly what you want.” The education session “TechnologyDriven Trends in Business Aviation” examined how the industry stands to benefit from practical, working systems that may have seemed wildly futuristic just a few years ago. Even the relatively recent concept of virtual reality has evolved to become what Jones termed “mixed reality,” a true meld-
ing of the physical world with the virtual. As one example, a HoloLens presents augmented images to a person within a physical environment. This allows entire flight departments to be designed while standing in an empty hangar, aircraft maintainers to see how complex assemblies fit together when working on an engine, or an air traffic controller to prioritize information they need most in specific situations and conditions. Artificial intelligence (AI) also holds promise within aviation. Jones demonstrated a development program called “Seeing AI” that captures words, numbers, actions and even a person’s facial expression as seen through a smart camera, and a practical example of AI transcribing a McDonald’s drive-through order, adjusting to the customer’s vocal intonations and organizing the complicated order to a logical progression for it to be filled. “Think about this in your industry,” continued Kristin Zaccheo, director of
integration and alliances at Boeing’s Digital Aviation and Analytics Division. “Pilots fly all over the world communicating with ATC, but how often are they not able to understand an instruction? This is a way to utilize technology to account for confusing speech patterns or instructions, and convert them to a highly accurate digital record.” Zaccheo also noted the transformative nature of apps already widely used across business aviation, such as Uber and Airbnb. “Industries are becoming transformed by technologies that allow them to become more personal,” she explained. “We don’t need a taxi anymore; we just need a car. Anybody can be a driver, with a single app connecting the person who serves with the customer who receives. Infrastructure we’re used to having doesn’t need to exist. “I see a world where I no longer pay for a United flight, but rather I buy a seat and I get on the airplane and go,”
Zaccheo added. “That could be disruptive, as it’s a structure that looks a lot like business aviation.” Of course, such disruptive technologies can also invoke fears that such systems will ultimately assume too much control over certain scenarios, or even make complicated tasks “too easy.” Zaccheo downplayed such concerns. “As you drive things down into a commodity, that allows you to focus on things that are true differentiators,” she noted. “Make the easy things easy, so you can figure out the harder problems you need to solve. I want pilots solving the hardest problems in the cockpit – not the stuff we can easily automate.”
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced at their convention on Oct. 12 in Las Vegas that NBAA Charities will offer a new scholarship to support the development of aspiring business aviation professionals.
The Fred and Diane Fitts Aviation Scholarship will include funds of up to $2,500 to assist four individuals seeking careers as business aviation schedulers, dispatchers, maintenance professionals, pilots or flight attendants.
Scholarships will be awarded in fall of 2018, with selection focusing on applicants who express their dedication to furthering the business aviation industry. Funds may be used for professional or educational training that will help recipi-
ents enter the business aviation career path of their choice. “We’re very excited to add the Fred and Diane Fitts Aviation Scholarship to our lineup of 17 unique monetary and Continued on Page 34
wide acclaim for good. “I want to let you know that my mission continues. And I hope that is a mission you also feel, because each of us must be informed and engaged and act upon that knowledge. It is difficult to know what the future will bring, but one thing I can tell you: as a temporary spokesperson for our profession, I’m not done yet.” Naval aviators and astronauts Mark and Scott Kelly, who keynoted the session, regaled the audience with numerous tales of their exploits as pilots and spacefarers, sharing lessons that they learned along the way. The two brothers shared numerous enthralling anecdotes, including several that had particular appeal to their aviation audience, including: • Both were not good students early on, but once motivated, they aimed
high by working hard to become astronauts. • They also struggled initially as naval aviators, so much so that their military superiors asked them, “Are you sure flying is for you?” • Mark recounted his first combat mission over Iraq in 1991, during which he had to pilot his A-6 aircraft through anti-aircraft fire to reach its target. Perhaps the most heartfelt moment was when Mark recounted the day his wife, former congressional representative Gabby Giffords, was shot and mistakenly reported dead by cable new outlets, which 30 minutes later retracted the erroneous report. However, the essential message of the Kellys’ tag-team presentation was that taking on difficult challenges can be rewarding. Citing President John F.
Kennedy’s explanation of why the United States launched a program to put men on the moon – “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard” – Scott Kelly asserted that “continuing to do the hard things is the best gift we can continue to give out children and grandchildren.” Scott Kelly explained the attributes necessary to accomplish hard things: • Have a goal and a plan • Take risks and be willing to make mistakes – and sometimes fail • Focus on things you can control and ignore what you can’t • Test the status quo and work as a team If people adopt this attitude, the Kellys said, the sky is not the limit.
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Continued from Page 32 ty is filled with leaders who want to help their fellow citizens, and that desire has been evidenced through the work done to help those impacted by these terrible storms.” Sullenberger, the pilot who in 2009 successfully landed a crippled airliner on New York City’s Hudson River and has been a general aviation pilot for a half century, received NBAA’s American Spirit Award at the session. In accepting the award, he noted, “Two things about flight made me feel special – mastery and freedom. But in order to exercise those two things, we must have equitable access [to airports and airspace]. That’s why this fight against ATC privatization is so important.” Sullenberger added that he feels compelled to continue to use this world-
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RECORD NINE CERTIFIED AVIATION MANAGER SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) on Oct. 11 announced at its Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) that a record nine scholarships have been awarded to current and aspiring Certified Aviation Managers (CAMs). These scholarships, which are given annually, promote professional development in business aviation by providing financial support for qualified CAM exam candidates.
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The Jake Cartwright Scholarship, which is underwritten by Solairus Aviation, funds the CAM certification costs for candidates who demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities. The scholarship is named in honor of Solairus Vice Chairman Jake Cartwright, a highly respected business aviation leader and U.S. Marine Corps veteran who has championed the industry for decades. This year's recipients are: • Josh Manley, a private aircraft captain who has earned Falcon 7X, Falcon 2000EX/LX EASy/ I/II and Learjet type ratings. • Steven Nesbitt, captain for Satcom Direct, leads safety oversight to ensure the
department meets IS-BAO standards. • Kyle Nestor, captain for HarleyDavidson Motor Company, has taken on a leadership role in the flight department by writing security training programs and spearheading integration of a new scheduling system. • Dave Noall, chief pilot and director of operations for Presrite Corporation/Rite Flite Aviation, LTD., oversees all flight department activities for both Part 91 and Part 135 operations. • Jesse Simpson a chief pilot for Tysons Food Inc., began his career with Tysons as a first officer in 2002 and has since earned six promotions for exemplary performance and strong leadership.
Stephens Investment Holdings Inc., was named employee of the year in 2017 for developing internal standard operating procedures compliant with the industry’s highest standards. • Brendan Finnegan, senior international flight operations coordinator for Rockwell Collins ARINC, earned his master’s degree in executive global leadership in 2016 while providing worldwide support for more than 180 general aviation clients. • Morgan Garlinge, aircraft dispatcher/scheduler for Chevron, has performed international flight planning for multiple Fortune 500 companies during a 20-plus year aviation career.
The Certified Aviation Manager Scholarship was established in 2014 to benefit individuals seeking to become CAMs, as well as current CAMs in the process of renewing their certification. The scholarship promotes professional development in business aviation by providing financial support for qualified CAM exam candidates and current CAMs. This year’s recipients are: • Jefferson Whitehead, captain for
NBAA Charities and the C&W Family annually awards up to $2,500 to one business aviation professional seeking continued professional development opportunities to advance their existing careers. The scholarship selection committee will focus on applicants that are able to express their dedication to furthering the business aviation industry. This year’s recipient is: • Nate Booth, CAM, a Part 91 pilot for Kum & Go, LC, who has accumulat-
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) last month recognized the business aviation community’s tireless work to assist the citizens and communities impacted by this year’s wave of hurricanes, with the association’s Al Ueltschi Award for Humanitarian Leadership. The award was presented at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) second-day opening session, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Hundreds in the business aviation community have contributed to relief flights and other efforts, following Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Maria and Nate throughout August, September and October 2017 – work that continues in many impacted areas today. “Business aviation’s value has always been demonstrated through its critical role in supporting humanitarian endeavors,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “This community is filled with leaders who want to help their
fellow citizens, and that desire has been evidenced through the work done to help those impacted by these terrible storms. NBAA is proud to be a part of this great community, and honored to recognize everyone involved in these critical missions with the Al Ueltschi Award for Humanitarian Leadership.” In response to the destructive storms, pilots, FBO managers, line technicians, airport authorities and countless others have been contributing to relief efforts, coordinating and conducting
flights that have delivered food, water, clothing, medicine and other essential items to help those impacted by the natural disasters. Some flights have transported medical specialists, first-responders and other emergency-relief workers. Other flights have utilized empty seats to carry residents out of harm’s way, before and after the storms made landfall. Entrepreneurs and companies flying their aircraft typically have done so at no expense; airContinued on Page 36
technicians, schedulers, dispatchers, flight attendants and flight technicians. These scholarships, which total nearly $100,000 annually, are administered by NBAA standing committees and would not be possible without the generous financial
support of NBAA member donors. Learn more about the numerous scholarship opportunities offered by NBAA Charities at www.nbaa.org/prodev/ scholarships/ or direct questions to scholarships@nbaa.org.
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ed more than 6,200 total fixed-wing flight hours in a 14-year international career that has seen him fly both Part 91 and Part 135 operations. The CAM credential provides a clear industry standard for preparation and achievement in aviation management. The CAM program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, and is the first program in the aviation industry to receive this recognition. The CAM exam is available throughout the year in a computer-based testing format. To be eligible for the exam, participants must be pre-qualified and approved through a formal application process. Learn more about the CAM Program at www.nbaa.org/cam. NBAA Charities offers monetary and training scholarships for both students and aviation professionals, such as flight department managers, pilots, maintenance technicians, schedulers, dispatchers, flight attendants and flight technicians. These scholarships, which total nearly $100,000 annually, are administered by NBAA standing committees and would not be possible without the generous financial support of NBAA member donors. Learn more about scholarships offered by NBAA Charities at nbaa.org.
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Fitts Aviation Scholarship Continued from Page 33 training awards given out to business aviation students and professionals each year,” said Tyler Austin, NBAA’s manager of professional development. “This scholarship provides an enormous oppor-
tunity for individuals looking to begin a career in business aviation.” NBAA Charities offers monetary and training scholarships for both students and aviation professionals, such as flight department managers, pilots, maintenance
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SKYF is an unmanned VTOL aerial carrier. SKYF’s unique aerodynamic design is based on the combination of internal combustion engine (ICE) lifting rotors and separate control electric rotors. ICE gives SKYF lifting power and range while electric motors give stability. The carrying capacity of SKYF is up to 550 pounds, its flight range is up to 210 miles (with payload of 110 pounds) and its flight duration is up to eight hours (with payload of 110 pounds).
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SKYF-based vehicles may serve very different commercial purposes, including logistics, crop dusting, firefighting, and fish search, just to name a few. Right now the company develops SKYF AGRO, SKYF CARGO, SKYF FOREST, and SKYF MARINE modifications and is open for cooperation with third party developers who want to use SKYF’s concept to build their own UAS. For more information and a video visit https://skyf.pro/en/main-2/.
Dear Mr. Arsentyev, JSC Avgust is the largest Russian company for production and sale of chemicals for plant protection with a 25year history. In Russia JSC Avgust makes supplies through a network of representative offices in all major agricultural regions of the country; every year, our company’s products are used in over 30 million hectares of one-time treatment areas. The company’s product is registered and authorised for use within the territory of the Russian Federation and in many countries, both near and far abroad. Thanks to constant improvements in the plant protection technology, JSC Avgust succeeded not only in creating a full range of products for the protection of important agricultural crops, but also
ing. This concerns specifically the application during the late vegetation period where the height of cultivated plants does not allow the application by the ground method. Besides, there is a considerable problem with availability of qualified farm machinery operators in the field. Due to the above, there is a high necessity in air drones with a view to perform high-precision activities related to crops treatment with the minimum human factor impact. Considering the weight of equipment, the demand in useful load for this type of device is above 80-100 kg. The drone should combine a user-friendly interface for setting the airroute, easy return to the starting point and quick and convenient launching process, simplicity, reliability and low maintenance costs, as well as ensure operation at night hours. The consump-
The title of this of this news announcement certainly appears to be connected to this month’s In Flight USA
issue which features the International Council of Air Show convention (page 27) being held in Las Vegas, Dec. 3-6.
But, something seems different. Who is “Futaba” and why is this news in our new feature which introduces our readers to small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS)? Last month’s check pilot report on the Hobbico “Dromida” drone opened new doors to the wonderful world of
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in achieving compliance with the technology applied for their use. As a result, a fleet of modern-powered ground sprayers was purchased for a timely and efficient distribution of products, which had a positive impact on the general efficiency of plant protection measures. The pesticide application services delivered by modern-powered sprayers are in high demand in the Russian Federation. This demand is fuelled by a very low availability of highly-productive spraying devices able to perform activities on plant protection in optimal agricultural terms and with great precision to agricultural workers. One powered sprayer is able to treat up to 15,000 ha of farmlands per season with cost of services ranging from 200 to 250 Rub/ha. However, the available fleet of powered sprayers JACTO UNIPORT cannot fully satisfy the demand in spray-
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tion of spray material must be within 1030 l/ha. JSC Avgust is interested in collaboration as well as in joint use of your technologies to apply chemicals for plant protection in order to enhance farming efficiency. The scope of application using the demanded air drone technology may range from 500,000 to 700,000 ha of cultivated area should a competitive market price be provided. At the stated efficiency of SKYF air drones it would require 5060 devices being operated at the same time, which may be gradually commissioned within three years following the appearance of a commercial version of a SKYF air drone. Yours sincerely, M. Danilov Marketing and Sales Director JSC Avgust
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sUAS flying. Hobbico, the world’s largest distributor of drone and Radio Control (RC) hobby products (400 product brands) is now keeping In Flight USA updated on events and products which lead the world in RC/drone operations. Continued on Page 36
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Team Futaba Excels at Tucson Aerobatics Shootout Continued from Page 35 Futaba is but one of the 400 brands distributed by Hobbico. Futaba provides precision RC products designed for ulti – multifunction radios with the latest technology and features, supremely accurate receivers, and a full range of accessories. Team Futaba is a core group of profes-
sional RC pilots sponsored by the Futaba brand. To learn more visit futabarc.com. “Love Your Hobby” is Hobbico mission statement. Innovative products, renowned brands and passionate customer support make Hobbico a leader in the RC/drone world. For more information, visit hobbico.com. Team Futaba pilots wowed the crowds and scored several big wins at this year’s Tucson Aerobatics Shootout held Oct.16-22. F3A National Champion Jason Shulman counted on his Futaba 18SZ with S.Bus set-up, taking home a first-place Invitational finish. 2015 Tucson Aerobatics Shootout Unlimited winner Spencer Norquist and his Futaba 18MZ
placed first in the Freestyle event and second in the Invitational. Carlos Silva, another big fan of the Futaba 18MZ, placed second in Unlimited flight, while Bill Adams earned a third-place finish with his Futaba 18MZ World Champion Edition. Rounding out the team winners were multi-World Champion Kurt Keeling, who finished fourth at the Invitational with the 18MZ, and 2014 IMAC World Team Champion Kal Reifsnyder, who placed fourth in the Freestyle with his 18SZ. Please join Hobbico in congratulating everyone on their wins, and look for Team Futaba pilots at flying events throughout the season. In Flight USA invites readers to stay
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ports, FBOs, maintenance facilities and other service providers have often waived fees, and provided extra services for those conducting relief missions. Many of the relief efforts have been coordinated with the support of the NBAA Humanitarian Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Database, which col-
lects information about aircraft and individual volunteers, which can be shared with relief organizations in the wake of natural disasters. Learn more about the HERO Database (www.nbaa.org/ops/hero/). A video played during the general session highlighted just a small sample of the missions business aviation completed in hurricane relief efforts this year, which
earned the community the award. View NBAA’s 2017 Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award video in its entirety (https://www.nbaa.org/events/bace/2017/ newsroom/nbaa-tv/medical-responsepioneer-joan-sullivan-garrett-honoredwith-meritorious-service-award.php). The Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Leadership Award is named after Albert
tuned for expanding updates on airshows featuring RC/Drone demonstrations, a new attraction becoming increasingly exciting as the world of drones interfaces with the remarkable show pilots we have all come to know and admire.
L. Ueltschi, a life-long philanthropist and decades-long chairman of ORBIS, an international non-profit organization dedicated to preventing blindness and saving sight. Past winners of the award include the Veterans Airlift Command and Corporate Angel Network. To learn more about NBAA-BACE visit nbaa.org.
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In Flight USA Celebrating 34 Years
November 2017
HUNTINGTON BEACH AIRSHOW: NEVER A DULL MOMENT
Flying into Writing By Eric McCarthy
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ow! Just…wow! Does it get any better than this? Beautiful Southern California weather and a world-class airshow, on the beach – or, in my case, on a boat! Sponsored by Breitling – makers of exquisite aviation – and in just its second year, the Huntington Beach Airshow managed, once again, to secure a plethora of toptier performers for the weekend show that benefits the Aerospace Education Foundation of Huntington Beach. Last year, it was the USAF Thunderbirds and the Breitling Jet Team headlining the show, with a host of other military and aerobatic performers, including an F/A-18 Super Hornet Demo, and performances by John Klatt, Bill Stein, and, having just finished their Red Bull Air Race season the weekend before in Las Vegas, both Michael Goulian and Kirby Chambliss. An impressive lineup for their inaugural event, and with just a few months’ marketing, they drew over a half a million people! This year? Well, they really outdid themselves with wall-to-wall entertainment kicking off at noon each day! This year, it was the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds that held the top billing for the show, with at least a dozen additional performers and demonstrations scheduled between noon and 4 p.m. The official attendance was estimated at one million, which seems a little light considering they estimated the crowd at 725,000 on Saturday alone! And I’m sure the total count would have been significantly higher if they hadn’t had to cancel the Friday warm-up show due to fog. I went to the show on Sunday. My wife and I coerced – or convinced – a friend to take us there on his boat. Actually, it didn’t take too much arm twisting; I had planted the seeds of this adventure back in the spring and received a very enthusiastic reception – who wouldn’t want to see an incredible airshow, up close, and as a bonus, avoid the nightmare of parking and traffic? It was just a matter of making sure we all had it on our calendars as the date approached. We cast off from Dana Point Harbor around 10:30; the trip north to Huntington Beach would take us about an hour and 15 minutes. Motoring along the impressive Laguna Beach coastline, we began to notice that we weren’t the only ones to have figured that a boat
would be a great place from which to watch the show. By the time we reached Newport Beach, we were surrounded by lots of other vessels all heading north to Huntington Beach Pier area. When we reached show center, there were already several hundred boats anchored, but we were able to pick a nice spot with a great view of the action. The boats ranged from small 25-footers to 100-plus-foot yachts; the atmosphere felt a lot like – the smell of food wafting in the air, music playing on decks, and many partaking of the drinks of their choice. Sheriff’s, harbor patrol, and lifeguard boats and jet skis patrolled the show line to keep the airshow box clear. More boats continued to arrive over the next couple of hours, each trying to find the perfect spot to anchor, which was somewhat entertaining in and of itself, as not everyone appeared to be an experienced mariner. I saw a photo taken from one of the Snowbirds as they climbed in formation over show center; there had to have been at least 500 boats gathered offshore for the airshow! Then the U.S. Army’s Special Operations Command Parachute Team descended under canopy with Mike Wiskus in the Lucas Oil Pitts circling as they deployed the U.S. Flag. After that, it was a blur of near-constant activity ranging from the sedate FedEx 757 flyby to the thunderous F-35 Lightning II demonstration and the Blue Angels. We watched the Coast Guard Search and Rescue demonstration in their Eurocopter HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, Orange County and Huntington Beach helicopter rescue demonstrations, a pair of Air Combat Marchetti SF-260s skimming the waves as the beautifully restored Blackstone Airways 1957 Beech 18S made several low passes along the beach. The Lyon Air Willa Dean also made several passes showing off its D-Day Invasion Stripes. Airshow performances by Wiskus in the bright red Lucas Oil Pitts and David Martin in the black and brilliant yellow Breitling CAP 232 contrasted starkly with the beautiful blue sky. Interspersed with those performances were the jets. Former Thunderbird slot pilot, Paul “Sticky” Strickland, started things off flying the Raising Cane Aero L39 through its paces. The nimble F-16 Viper, sometimes called the “electric jet” because of its fly-by-wire controls (certainly not a reflection of its quietness – it’s quite adept at turning fuel into noise!) –
carved through the air demonstrating its incredible maneuverability. Similarly, the F-35 Lightning II muscled its way through an impressive performance. The F-16 and F-35 also joined up with a P-51D Mustang for the Heritage Flight, a tribute to warbirds and their pilots, old and new. The Canadian Forces Snowbirds put on a graceful display of skill and choreographed beauty. Flying as many as nine CT-114 Tutors through formation maneuvers, the Snowbirds put on a really great and captivating show. And then it was the Blue Angels’ turn! As we’ve all come to expect, the Blue Angels wowed the crowd with their incredibly tight formations and highspeed maneuvers. The low-speed, high alpha flyby was also very impressive, especially as the two F/A-18’s ended the demonstration, one lowering its nose and accelerating rapidly down the showline, while the other powered its way away in a constant speed, ear-shattering climb. While the four-ship team thundered through their elegant formations, the opposing solos made jousting passes at show center and sneak passes from behind the crowd on the beach. The skill of our naval aviators was clearly on display – no one left disappointed! And through it all, we sat in what had to have been one of the best vantage points for any airshow. Almost all the performers passed directly over our location, often at no more than 200 feet overhead and in some cases, quite a bit less! I’m an experienced airshow aficionado, attending several shows each year, but this show was truly exhilarating! Never a dull moment! If you get a chance to attend next years’ show (Oct. 19-21, 2018), do it! You will not be disappointed!
AOPA ANNOUNCES 2017 FLIGHT TRAINING EXPERIENCE AWARDS
November 2017
AOPA has announced its Flight Training Experience Awards for 2017, bestowing top honors on a flight school in Alaska and a flight instructor from Colorado. The National Best Flight School, SkyTrek Alaska, and the National Best Flight Instructor, Zoan Harclerode, were selected from among five regional winners in each of the two categories. The regional winners also were honored for providing a high level of service to their customers, based on responses to the 2017 Flight Training Experience Survey, which closed in August. The survey was based on AOPA’s extensive research into the optimal flight training experience, and focused on four key factors: educational quality, customer focus, community, and information sharing. The award presentations were made in a ceremony at the 2017 Redbird Migration at the Experimental Aircraft Association Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Flight schools and instructors identified as delivering excellent training experiences also earned Flight Training Experience Awards as Distinguished Flight Schools and Distinguished Instructors. “This year’s group of schools and CFIs were especially close as we analyzed the results of the 2017 Flight Training Experience Survey,” said Chris Moser, director of AOPA’s Flight Training Initiative, one of the components of AOPA’s umbrella You Can Fly program to grow the pilot population. “Reviewing the surveys is always inspiring because we learn about some incredible training providers and see how much their customers truly value them.” The National Best Flight School for 2017 is SkyTrek Alaska Flight Training, based in Anchorage. Customers of the school who responded to the Flight Training Experience Survey “raved” about the owner, Jamie Patterson-Simes, who they said “promotes the aviation community with lots of events, is organized with the training and overall provides a great educational experience.” Customers are “impressed with the aircraft and the attention to safety in all operations. An overall well-run and friendly atmosphere keeps their customers happy,” said Moser. Harclerode of Rocky Mountain Flight Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a solid citizen of her aviation community whose passion and care inspires her students. That is why she is the Flight Training Experience Award National Best Flight Instructor for 2017. Harclerode works with military veterans and other students, always taking time to
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meet the individual’s needs, whether that means help completing Veterans Administration paperwork, preparing study materials, or receiving some additional ground school to grasp a challenging bit of flight training learning. “Zoan was described as a consummate professional, customer-service oriented, and an excellent teacher,” Moser said.
Regional Best Flight Schools
In the Northeast, Take Flight Aviation, based at Orange County Airport
in Montgomery, New York, was recognized by customers for the value the school provides “while making people feel like part of the aviation family.” Owners Ryan Mayo and Chris Graessle help provide that value by offering training in a fleet of new airplanes from Diamond Aircraft. In 2016, Graessle was the winner of AOPA’s President’s Award. FL Aviation Center, a Florida flight school owned and operated by two women based at Tallahassee International Airport, was named Best Flight School in the Southeast region. “Customers consistently
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In Flight USA Celebrating 34 Years
November 2017
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.
The application of team management concepts in the flight deck environment was initially known as cockpit resource management. As techniques and training evolved to include Flight Attendants, maintenance personnel, and others, the new phrase “Crew Resource Management” (CRM) was adopted. CRM, simply put, is “the ability for the crew…to manage all available resources effectively to ensure that the outcome of the flight is successful.”1 Those resources are numerous. Their management involves employing and honing those processes that consistently produce the best possible decisions. Advisory Circular 120-51E, Crew Resource Management Training, suggests that CRM training focus on “situation awareness, communication skills, teamwork, task allocation, and decision making within a comprehensive framework of standard operating procedures (SOP).”2 Aircrews frequently experience circumstances that require expert CRM skills to manage situations and ensure their successful outcomes. Effective CRM has proved to be a valuable tool to mitigate risk and should be practiced on every flight. This month CALLBACK shares ASRS reported incidents that exemplify both effective CRM and CRM that appears to be absent or ineffective.
Who Has the Aircraft?
A B737 Captain had briefed and instituted his non-standard method to transfer aircraft control when the FO performed takeoffs. When he did not employ his own technique, confusion was evident and aircraft control was questionable. • [As we were] pushing back in Albuquerque, ATC switched the airport around from Runway 26 to Runway 8. The Captain and I ran the appropriate checklist and proceeded to taxi. I was the Pilot Flying (PF) [for this leg]. The Captain stated previously that he likes to spool the engines up and transfer controls while the aircraft is moving. Once cleared for takeoff, the Captain spooled
RE-SOURCING CREW MANAGEMENT the [engines]. I was expecting him to transfer controls. I monitored him spool them up to takeoff power. While he was accelerating, my comment was, “I’m not flying the aircraft. You have the controls.” He seemed confused briefly, and we took off with the Captain in full control without incident. The Captain needs to [abandon] the habit of transferring thrust levers to the First Officer while moving. It’s a bad habit. It can be confusing if one of the crewmembers is saturated. Under no circumstance should transfer of thrust levers and aircraft happen while saturated in the takeoff phase while moving.
Freedom of Speech
This Captain received uncommon, simultaneous inputs from two unexpected sources. An accident may have been averted when the Heavy Transport crew exercised simple, effective CRM in a critical situation and high workload environment. • This was a night takeoff and it was the FO’s first flying leg of Initial Operating Experience (IOE). Two Relief Pilots were assigned for the flight. We were cleared onto the runway…after a B737 [had landed]. The FO taxied onto the runway for takeoff. Once aligned for takeoff, I took control of the throttles. At this point I thought we were cleared for takeoff, but apparently we were not. I advanced the power to 70 percent and pressed TOGA. At about that same time, a Relief Pilot alerted the flying pilots that the other plane that had just landed was cleared to [back-taxi]…on the runway, and the Tower alerted us to hold our position. I disconnected the auto-throttles and immediately brought them to idle. [Our speed was] approximately 30 knots, and we had used up approximately 200 to 400 feet of runway. The back-taxiing B737 exited the runway. Looking back, somehow the clearance to take off or the non-clearance was lost in the translation. The Controllers in ZZZZ most often use non-standard phraseology with an accent not easily understood. Higher than nor-
mal workloads [existed] due to a new hire first leg, and the flight was late and had been delayed from the previous day. I had assumed situational awareness with the airport and runway environment. Generally in past practice, ZZZZ holds the landing traffic in the holding bay after landing and does not have two airplanes on the runway at the same time. What “saved” the situation was good CRM and situational awareness by the Relief Pilots.
Finishing Strong
This MD80 crew finished the last leg of their trip, but distractions degraded the performance of their duties. Unmanaged threats had contributed to the misperception that the job was done when it was clearly incomplete. From the Captain’s report: • The landing was uneventful, and we were given an expedited crossing of the departure runway. We accomplished the after landing checklist, but due to the expedited crossing, I wasn’t sure if the First Officer started the APU (which had been consistent/standard practice so far in the trip). We were cleared to enter the ramp, and I consciously elected to leave both engines running (which was contrary to my standard practice during the trip). As we turned to pull into the gate, an unmarked van cut across our path. We saw him coming, so no immediate stop was necessary. At the gate, we pulled to a stop normally, parked the brakes, and I believe I commanded, “Shut down engines.” The FO believes he heard, “Shut down the left engine” (which had been the standard command throughout the trip). He shut down the left engine. The right engine continued to run and we finished the Parking Checklist and departed the cockpit. Minutes later…I received a page…requesting that I return to the gate. I returned to find the right engine running. I immediately shut off the fuel lever. No damage or injuries occurred. The aircraft was chocked and
the brakes parked. In my estimation, there are three distinct contributing factors in this event. 1. Complacency when reading the checklist. I assumed items had been accomplished and felt no need to follow up the response with a tactile and visual check. 2. Complacency when relying on past actions as a predictor of future actions. We had done things the same way each leg, therefore we would continue to do them the same way on every leg. 3. Distractions. The expedited crossing to the ramp side of the runway, compressed time frame for completing the after landing checklists, and vehicular traffic all led to this event.… These issues…still keep happening. Strict, unyielding adherence to policy and procedures is a must. No one is perfect, and that is why policies and procedures exist. An event like this WILL happen if you allow yourself to become too comfortable. From the First Officer’s report: • We arrived at the gate, and the parking brake was parked. The Captain remarked, “Shut down the Number 1 Engine, Parking Checklist.” I read the checklist as the Captain responded. At the end of the checklist, I exited the aircraft. I had walked about 10 gates down from the aircraft…when I heard an announcement asking the flight crew inbound from our flight to please return to the gate. No one was there when I returned. About 5 minutes later the agent walked up…and told me that one of the engines had been left running. She let me on the jet bridge and the Captain was walking off the aircraft. I believe this problem came about because of a pattern we developed during all our flights. I started the APU…after landing, and…about two to three minutes [later], would shut down the Number 2 Engine at the Captain’s request. We did this every flight. After landing on this flight, it got very busy. When…at the gate, the Captain called for me to shut down the Continued on Page 41
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Encouraging Young Men and Women to Seek Aviation Careers: CalAero and AOPA Form Partnership
California Aeronautical University’s ‘Mobile Flight Experience’ tours California to promote aviation and encourage the next generation to start their careers as aviation professionals. This year, the highly popular interactive exhibit has made appearances at air shows, high schools, and community events across California. The University’s Mobile Flight Experience offers flight simulators that allow first-time aviators to take control and experience flight in a highly realistic setting. “Visitors just light up when they take the controls for the first time,” says California Aeronautical University Director of Admissions, Tamu SmithKohls, an Air Force Veteran herself. “The mobile flight experience is a great introduction to the excitement pilots experience when taking flight.” The California Aeronautical Uni-
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Continued from Page 40 Number 1 Engine, I didn’t think about the Number 2 Engine still running. I read the checklist and listened to the Captain’s responses. I should have been double checking him, but I didn’t. This has never happened to me. I’m just grateful that no one was hurt.
versity outreach team travels throughout the state with the Mobile Flight Experience exhibit, encouraging young people to explore careers as professional pilots, aircraft mechanics, and other aviation-related fields. “Through the Mobile Flight Experience, we’re able to start conversations with young people, especially high school students, about the possibility of starting careers as professional pilots,” says Smith-Kohls. “Students have excellent opportunities right here in California to get their degree in an aviation field and start a rewarding career,” says CAU President, Matthew Johnston. “To most young people, the idea that they can become a professional pilot is an option they don’t know they have.” High school counselors and staff have the opportunity to schedule the
To further promote the importance of aviation education, California Aeronautical University announced it has become a Supporting Partner of AOPA. “Our partnership is a great venue to raise the visibility of aviation careers and aviation education options with this key audience,” says California Aeronautical University President, Matthew Johnston. “Through our work with AOPA, we hope to engage high school students and career counselors in ways that bring aviation career paths to the forefront,” says Johnston. “We need to promote the idea that becoming a professional pilot is with-
any assistance (upon landing or elsewhere). The Captain talked to Dispatch and Maintenance, while I hand flew the aircraft. The Captain, Dispatch, and I all agreed that ZZZ, with its long runways, was the best place to land. I informed our Flight Attendant that we were planning on
a normal, uneventful landing with no delays. ATC issued [our runway], and we executed a visual approach. [We accomplished] a normal landing and taxi. We thanked ATC for all of their help. At the gate, the maintenance write up was completed. The smooth outcome can be attrib-
Here, Here! and Hear, Hear!
This Dash 8 crew experienced a flight control problem that required extensive coordination. Thorough, effective CRM contributed to the orderly sequencing of their decisions and to the successful completion of their flight. • We had to deice prior to takeoff, and we checked all flight control movements twice before we took off. At the beginning of the cruise portion of the flight, the…Master Caution Annunciators…and two amber Caution [lights] illuminated: ROLL SPLR INBD HYD (Spoiler Inboard Hydraulics) and ROLL SPLR OUTBD HYD (Spoiler Outboard Hydraulics). We completed the associated Spoiler Failure Checklist, including confirming that all spoilers [indicated] retracted at the PFCS (Primary Flight Control System) indicator. The Pilot Flying, the Captain, continued to hand fly the aircraft (as our autopilot was [inoperative] for all legs). We evaluated all facts, discussed all of our options, and [advised Center of our flight control situation]. We informed them that we were not requiring
Mobile Flight Experience, as well as an in-class presentation about aviation career opportunities, for a visit to their respective school.
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in reach and not just a dream anymore.” California Aeronautical University will join AOPA as a presenting sponsor in their High School Aviation Stem Symposium, held in Fort Worth, Texas on November 6-7. The Symposium will bring educators together to promote aviation and aerospace in high schools across the country. To learn more about the California Aeronautical University visit www.cal aero.com.
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Homebuilder’s Workshop When you sell an airplane, there can be a certain sadness. When the beautiful Cessna 175 Bumblebee finally sold after six years, I was sad because it was such a sweetheart to fly – it would do anything you asked, except go fast – and there had been many great adventures in it, flights both short and long. But it was time for it to go. I already had way too much money in it, and it needed WAAS and ADS-B, at certified aircraft prices. Twenty grand, easy. When the AirCam flew off to the new owner in California with the ferry pilot, I was sad because the AirCam had given such great rides to so many people, and was so amazingly great for sightseeing. But it was time for it to go because in Iowa, you could only fly it five months of the year without becoming acquainted with hypothermia. The RV-10 was sold after the divorce, right before I moved to Iowa, and I knew that in a new locale, the priority would be building community, not building an airplane by myself for a family I no longer had. Extremely sad, but mostly because of the divorce. But then there was another a project I’d been working on for several years. The parts that we put together were nicely done, but when we got to the parts that were already assembled when we got the project, it was apparent that those pieces were not
SADNESS
usable, and worse, a complete redesign might be required. There was no sadness in getting rid of that project, rather a certain amount of relief. But there was sadness in going through the bits and boxes of parts, small parts that had been carefully packaged for a dream never to fly.
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A friend has a Kitfox IV well along, and I drove out to his hangar to check it out. He’s doing a nice job, but of course, an extra pair of eyes always finds something. My observations were minor: replace the vernier throttle with one that can be retarded without having to push in on the center button; a few wires here and there that should be tied down; a few wires that went over the radiator filler cap that could well be relocated; and a bolt that is just a little bit too short. Replacing that bolt would be a major task, so it might have to live in its truncated condition. But then I learned something. Some Rotax engines prefer a vernier throttle to keep the springs on the throttle linkage under control.
sale on the web. Some bozo way overequipped a popular homebuilt with a souped-up IO-360, an engine too heavy for the airframe and some 40 percent more HP more than recommended, plus this plane has extra fuel capacity and a heavy interior. Curiously, it has only a single screen glass cockpit. The same kit manufacturer has another model that would be less over-powered, but even it would be overweight with all this. The plane has a $20K paint scheme, but the kicker is that the asking price is $250K. I think he’d be lucky to get half that. Overweight, overpowered, overpriced. Good grief, why didn’t he build a plane designed for his mission instead of over burdening a slower, lighter weight and lighter G-load airframe? World’s largest midget.
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candidate for LOC accidents, from PietenEd pols to Pitts, from Wischmeyer Loehles to Lancairs. The sound bite is that they’re seeking unrealistic results for an undefined problem. My entry – last year’s entry with the dates changed – is already in. Yes, there are worthwhile things to be done to improve safety, but last year, the judges chose only add-on gadgets and widgets, even though the rules were changed to include training. Here’s an example of a safety improvement opportunity. On the FAA website is NOTAM_101_Primer.pdf, an explanation of what NOTAMs are and do. Great material, right? Well... This is a semi-complete presentation on deciphering cryptic NOTAMs with abbreviations that date back to teletype days when it was important to use as few characters as possible. One slide, and I am not making this up, shows a picture of punched paper tape, a technology that was obsolete 40 years ago. Really? I mean, really? Safety is not enhanced by making pilots learn obscure abbreviations required by antediluvian system limitations. It’s like using 8-track tape to teach customers how to use their GPS. C’mon, guys, is it any wonder that pilots are revulsed by safety messages?
At the end of one movie, W.C. Fields is a carnie barker hawking the world’s largest midget. You can find similar for
Sour grapes department: the EAA Founder’s Innovation Prize, sponsored by Airbus, is a wonderful idea way out of control. The goal is to reduce homebuilt aircraft loss of control accidents (they don’t say precisely what they mean by that) by 50 percent over ten years. So if somebody proposes a gadget that is 50 percent effective in the field, a remarkable accomplishment, meeting the contest goal would require that gadget to be on absolutely every homebuilt that is a
2017 has been an awesome year for Stallion 51 Corporation filled full of adventure, awards and anniversaries. The year started with Lee Lauderback, President and Chief Pilot of Stallion 51 having recently becoming a member of the Society of Experimental Test Pilots, an exclusive group of exceptional pilots such as R.A. “Bob” Hoover and Hoot Gibson, who nominated Lee to the organization. April of this year also marked Stallion 51’s 30th Anniversary; commemorated by inviting the almost 200 Mustang Check-out graduates to a home-
coming before and during the annual Sun’n Fun airshow in Lakeland, Florida. Seventeen of the graduates’ brought their Mustangs to help celebrate Stallion’s three decades of aviation excellence, flying in formation during the show, as well as Lee being honored with the FAA Wright Brothers Master Pilot award for his 50 years of safe flight operations and his many contributions to aviation safety. This summer, Lee was asked to fly the rare B-Model Mustang, Berlin Express to Duxford, England for the Flying Legends Airshow. The epic 5,470
mile aviation adventure started in Texas and flew over the North Atlantic ocean landing in Greenland, Iceland and Scotland before its final destination in Duxford; eight legs in seven days. This historic WWII Atlantic crossing flight path was followed by millions of enthusiasts via social media. Stallion 51 has had a memorable year indeed! You can join then in one of their dual-cockpit, dual-control Mustangs to take the controls and make your own Mustang memories. For more information, visit www.stallion51.com.
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Mike Schweiss, founder and owner of Schweiss Doors, was recently featured in a television news feature titled, “Small Town Minnesota Door Business Goes Galactic.”
In the interview produced by WCCO-TV of Minneapolis, Schweiss explains how he got into the business and how it’s grown. During the three-minute feature, WCCO reporter John Lauritsen
details some of Schweiss’ project highlights, including manufacturing doors for NASCAR, the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and SpaceX. To see the interview, visit
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AOPA Announces 2017 Flight Training Experience Awards Continued from Page 39 and Lacey Smith. “The school is heavily involved in the community, hosting and attending numerous airport events, fly-ins, and community shows throughout the year. Customers praised the safety culture, and of the care shown to the aircraft. Squawks are taken care of almost immediately, no matter how small.” The Best Flight School in the Midwest region honor went to Blue Skies Flying Services and Pilot Shop of Illinois’s Lake in the Hills Airport, where “customers love the friendliness of owner Mike Carzoli and the instructor staff.” Survey respondents lavished praise on the aviation professionals at Blue Skies, who “are great at accommodating customer needs and have a reputation for professionalism all around, including an emphasis on detail and safety. Customers feel like they are getting a great value with a dedicated staff that cares.” Flight school clients in the Southwest region gave a big vote of confidence to Texas Flight Aviation, leading to the Tomball, Texas, flight school being honored as the region’s Best Flight School. Customers focused on its “friendly atmosphere, caring staff, structured learning environment,” and the value it provides. “Their customers feel strongly that this team has put together a great combination. Customers consistently mention that the staff cares about each person’s training experience,” Moser said.
Regional Best Flight Instructors
Making it fun, being a natural teacher, showing passion, and being capable of teaching different kinds of learners were the flight instructor traits and skills that flight school customers appreciated the most, based on survey responses. While his flight school was earning
regional best-in-category honors of its own, instructor Jim Fellers of Blue Skies Flying Services and Pilot Shop of Lake of the Hills Airport in Illinois was named the Flight Training Experience Awards’ Midwest Region Best Flight Instructor. “Jim’s students commented about how professional he is in the cockpit. He understands that the material can be confusing at times, and has found a way to teach aviation in a way that really sticks with his students. Jim makes flight training fun. He allows students to learn from their mistakes in a safe way, always reinforcing the lesson with a calm, friendly reminder on the proper way to handle those challenging situations in the future,” said Moser. The Northeast region’s Best Flight Instructor Award went to Robert Keleti of Republic Airport in Farmingdale, on Long Island, New York. “Clients say that Robert is a natural teacher and a wealth of aviation knowledge–but most important, he is able to approach each one with a personal touch,” Moser said. He added that Keleti “inspires safety and passion for aviation while providing value throughout the training. Customers commented that Robert is able to keep you motivated through the challenges, and pushes you to excel; very much a personalized experience.” Chris Dupin of Destin Flight Works, of Destin, Florida, was named Best Flight Instructor in the Southeast region. His students say “that he is passionate
Six Survey Participants Win Sweepstakes Prizes
The flight schools and instructors who received awards based on customer feedback provided during the AOPA’s 2017 Flight Training Experience Survey were not the only members of the aviation community to come away with a prize and a fond memory of their participation. Six individuals who submitted comments to the online survey also became winners of sweepstakes prizes provided by Sporty’s Pilot Shop, Aircraft Spruce, and PilotWorkshops. The Flight Training Experience Survey is based on AOPA’s extensive research into the optimal flight training experience as measured by four key factors: educational quality, customer focus, community, and information sharing. about teaching, he is friendly, knowledgeable, and always has a positive attitude,” Moser said. Dupin takes the time to listen to questions and makes sure his students walk away feeling confident about what was discussed.” Students consistently noted his professionalism. “He always has a plan for the lesson and is always prepared for his students.” The Southwest region’s Best Flight Instructor can be found at Sierra Charlie
Winners and their prizes
• Trevor Stice of Alaska: Sporty’s instrument course • Kenneth Rauch of Virginia: Aircraft Spruce gift card • Malcolm Hartman of Louisiana: Sporty’s instrument course • Farilyn Hart of Georgia: PilotWorkshops Real World Coast to Coast course • Carlos Woodward of Florida: Sporty’s Learn to Fly course • Zygmunt Alt of Illinois: Sporty’s Learn to Fly course For more information about AOPA and the Flight Training Experience Survey, visit AOPA at www.aopa.org. Aviation in Scottsdale, Arizona. Instructor Scott Campbell’s students describe him as knowledgeable, courteous, friendly, and “a very well-rounded instructor.” Adaptable to many learning styles, he does his best to ensure that each student has adequate training time with him each week. “He really takes the time to explain why something is done, not just how,” Moser said.
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A Weekend of Hidden Aviation History, Right in Front of You Feb. 16-18, 2018
You need to make some room on your calendar for the American Aviation Historical Society (AAHS) Annual Meeting on Feb. 16-18, in beautiful Orange County, California! AAHS invites you to an aviation social, aviation site tours, lunch, and more, all for just one low price: $89 members, $105 non members. Attendees will explore the historic aviation scene in Orange County, Calif., when houses were given away for a dollar and commercial pilots routinely landed on the beach for passenger pickups! AAHS has put together a full weekend of interesting aviation history that includes a behind-the scenes tour of the John Wayne Airport terminal, and, the much-less known Eddie Martin Building, (the current Airport administration building), which houses a fascinating collection of Martin Family memorabilia, a founding family of aviation in Orange County. You’ll be treated to local wines and cheeses, courtesy of AAHS at the lovely Ayres Hotel, Costa Mesa, where attendees will hear the fascinating details of the first National Air Meet held in Los Angeles, in 1910, held at nearby Dominguez Hills. Author Ken Pauley will describe the “who’s who” of aviation at this event, and how these innovators stayed on in Southern California to begin the building of the giant aerospace machine that Southern California would become. Included will be rare photos and film of the 1910 event! Saturday attendees are treated to a morning walking tour of the Lyon Air Museum, located right at John Wayne Airport. General John Lyon and his staff have put together a brilliant collection of historic aircraft and several historically significant vehicles, such as touring cars and military motorcycles. Adjacent to the Lyon property is Martin Aviation, begun by the intrepid Martin family, and still in business after 90 years! AAHS will get a sneak peak into the Martin Aviation hangars and discuss the future of this aerospace company. A lunch program is planned back at the Ayres Hotel, Costa Mesa, with a fascinating account of Eddie Martin along with his talented siblings, the original pilot, barnstormer and entrepreneur that began the Martin dynasty in Southern California. AAHS members will get an update of the preservation efforts of AAHS, as well as exciting new tools available on the website, and a raffle of unusual aviation items. If that isn’t an amazing two days, Sunday will complete the weekend with
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(Courtesy Lyon Air Museum) a morning tour of the new Goodyear Blimp Hangar, nearing completion in nearby Gardena. Sign up now! Prices go up after Dec. 30! See the AAHS website at www.aahsonline.org. Questions? Contact the office at 714-549-4818, or prez@aahsonline.org. Register by Dec. 30 for a $10 discount! The costs are $89 for members and $105 for non- members (additional $10 for registration after Dec. 30) includes all events! Lodging will be available at the at Ayres Hotel, Costa Mesa. Group rates are available! Editor’s Note: At press time, some scheduling for the weekend had not been finalized. See the website for confirmed events in the next several weeks.
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The Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, Calif., is hosting its 11th Annual Taste of Flight Gala on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. It will be a night full of great food, pleasing libations, a fantastic Silent Auction, entertainment, and the presentation of the annual Planes of Fame Air Museum Achievement in Aviation Award, all for the benefit of the Museum’s Aviation Discovery Program.
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Delectable tastings from some of the finest local area restaurants and premiere caterers are complemented with varieties of lovely wines, craftsman-style beers, perfected spirits and other beverages. Enjoy a local favorite or experience a new taste sensation. Acclaimed musician, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Steve Oliver will perform many of his Billboard Contemporary Jazz hits as well as his take on pop, rock, Latin and world music standards. Planes of Fame has invited grade school students (1st through 6th) from throughout Southern California to submit an aviation-themed drawing, painting, or illustration and win valuable prizes. Attendees will be invited to judge the finalists in this 1st Annual Student Art Contest.
Recognizing Outstanding Achievement in Aviation
Capping the night’s events will be the presentation of the annual Planes of Fame Achievement in Aviation Award. Each year, the museum presents this
Planes of Fame’s Silent Auction will benefit the museum’s STEM programs. (Courtesy Planes of Fame)
award to individuals who exemplify the best that aviation has to offer. For 2017, museum administrators are focusing on two individuals who dedicated their lives to inspiring others to the magic and wonder of flight. Sean D. Tucker is the preeminent aerobatic flyer in the world. For more than 40 years, he has delighted and entertained millions with his aerial dance in the sky. As the longtime Chair of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Young Eagles program, Sean has worked tirelessly to introduce and inspire millions of young people to aviation. Robert “Bob” Hoover was considered by many to have been, “the greatest pilot that ever lived.” As a distinguished veteran, test pilot, and an Air Show pilot, Bob’s contributions to aviation have inspired generations. Planes of Fame will say goodbye by remembering this past recipient of the Achievement in Aviation Award.
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Each year, the event sells out, so get your tickets now at www.planesoffame.org. The Online Gift Shop is the quickest and easiest way to purchase your ticket(s). However, if you prefer by phone or mail, please call 909-597-3722 ext 120. You can also mail a ticket request to Liz Esparza c/o Planes of Fame Air Museum, 14998 Cal Aero Drive, Chino, CA 91710. Guests must be over 21 years old to attend Taste of Flight. Free parking is available in the Museum’s parking lot. Overflow parking is also available across Cal Aero Drive. For additional information, contact Brian Finnegan: Phone: 909-597-3722, ext. 108, email: Brian Finnegan or Liz Esparza: Phone: 909 597-3722, ext. 120, email: Liz Esparza at liz.esparza@planesoffame.org.
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The Aviation Discovery Program is the museum’s school field trip program. It provides aviation-related instruction and hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM) topics; all in line with State of California Educational Standards. Monies raised will improve current education modules and allow the museum to develop new modules. It will provide an upgrade to the Aviation Discovery Center and for new classroom space. And it will launch the Museum’s School Bus Grant program to assist schools with the expense of transportation.
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AOPA HIGH SCHOOL AVIATION PROGRAM EXPANDS In Flight USA Celebrating 34 Years
November 2017
Educators to Share Best Practices for Aviation STEM Programs Nov. 6 and 7
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association will host the third annual High School Aviation STEM Symposium, in Fort Worth, Texas on Nov. 6 and 7, 2017. The symposium will feature learning and breakout sessions that focus on engaging and inspiring young people, career opportunities in aviation and aerospace, and delivering aviation STEM education. Participants will hear from fellow educators, private and commercial aviation representatives, an astronaut, and other leaders who are focused on the increased demand for aviation and aerospace – within Earth’s atmosphere and beyond. At the request of past participants, the learning and networking event has expanded into two days and added new features, including an exhibit area where participants can meet with representatives from airlines, universities, and aviation education companies.
AOPA is working to develop four years of high school curriculum in three career and technical education pathways-pilot, unmanned aircraft systems, and aerospace engineering. Teachers at 29 high schools are already field-testing the ninth grade course, which will provide the foundation for advanced exploration in the areas of flying, aerospace engineering, and unmanned aircraft systems. Students will learn about the engineering design process, problem solving, and the innovations and technological developments that have made today’s aviation and aerospace industries possible. Students will also learn about the wide variety of exciting and rewarding careers available to them. The courses will be available to high schools at no charge beginning in the fall of 2018, and a grade level will be added each year until the four years of courses are complete, Cindy Hasselbring, senior director of AOPA’s
high school aviation initiative, noted. “Last year’s AOPA High School Aviation STEM Symposium built a lot of momentum around high school aviation,” Hasselbring said. “This year we hope to harness that energy to enhance existing aviation programs and to assist other schools seeking to establish their own aviation-based STEM programs.” Along with recognizing the importance of growing the pilot population, the goal of AOPA’s You Can Fly High School Initiative is to help build and sustain STEM programs and to provide a quality workforce to the aviation industry. Aviation industry jobs are in high demand, and Boeing recently predicted the appetite would continue for at least the next 20 years. Carl Davis, Boeing Global Services’ director of air crew operations and a symposium panelist, suggested a foundation in STEM courses would help prepare young people for
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An Avid Flyer provides the background as Raisbeck Aviation High School student Nicole Diaz leads 2016 AOPA High School Symposium attendees on a tour. (David Tulis/Courtesy AOPA)
future opportunities. The aircraft manufacturer and aerospace giant’s July global jobs outlook showed a need for 637,000 commercial pilots, 648,000 technicians, and a whopping 839,000 cabin crew members within that time span. To learn more about AOPA’s 2017 High School Symposium, visit aopa.org.
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AIRMAN ROPES OFF STRESS, USES MUSIC
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Senior Airman Hannah Walker, 633rd Force Support Squadron food service journeyman, sings live music at the Langley Marina on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 23, 2017. A big inspiration for Walker’s music is her family, most notably her daughter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese)
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itting on the edge of her stool, staring out at a sea of faces staring back, she tunes her guitar. Once the guitar is just right she takes a sip of her drink, grabs her pick, takes a deep breath and begins playing. Senior Airman Hannah Walker, 633rd Force Support Squadron food service journeyman, is performing live at the Langley Marina. She occasionally does this to help de-stress and re-center herself. “When you’re in the military and you don’t have a hobby or something to do outside of work, it can make you go insane,” said Walker. “I wear this uniform every day and I am an Airman whether I’m in uniform or not in uniform, but there is a time to take the uniform off and put it away and be who you’re called to be, whether that’s to be a husband, a wife or a musician. Those are the things that are going to keep you grounded.” Walker has been singing for as long as she can remember and music has always been a part of her life. However, Walker didn’t realize how much she needed music until tragedy struck at home. Only a month after her high school graduation, doctors found a tumor in her father’s brain and needed to perform surgery. To help cope with the storm of emotions she was feeling, Walker started writing and produced 14 songs, jump starting her musical path. “When I’m stressed, I write it down,” said Walker. “You can get all your anger, all your frustrations out on paper and it stops there. Nine times out of ten,
when I’m done writing it all down, I don’t feel stressed anymore.” Walker continued writing music and later enlisted into the Air Force and is now stationed at JB Langley-Eustis, where she performed live for the first time. Walker’s first live performance did not go very well, but that didn’t stop her. She continued to perform at open mics every night during the week, slowly improving her confidence and skill. “Once I got over caring what people thought and when I told myself that the people watching me are here to support me, I got over my stage fright,” said Walker. “It’s crazy because three years ago I would sing in a room with ten people and I would be super nervous, but now I’ve sang in front of hundreds of people and it feels amazing.” A little more than a year after Walker’s first performance she had to put performing on the back burner due to her daughter being born. Even though she wasn’t able to perform as much anymore, Walker filled that time by writing more music and spending time with her biggest motivation. “One of my biggest inspirations is my daughter and I want her to know that no matter what your dream is, or no matter what you want to do with your life, you can do anything,” said Walker. “Even if your dreams sound crazy and other people tell you that it’s not realistic, if you want something and you put your mind to it, you can do anything.” Using her dream of being a singer, Walker continues to perform and use her music as an outlet for the stressors in her life.
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West Valley Flying Club, San Francisco Bay Area. Palo Alto (650) 856-2030, San Carlos (650) 595-5912, www.wvfc.org.4/16 Charter Members Wanted for New Flying Club Bring back the thrill of flying in a Cherokee 180 or a Cessna 182 Whether you’re an aircraft owner, seasoned pilot, flight instructor, student, or just want an affordable way to get back into the sky, join our new Inland Empire Flying Club — we make flying fun again in well-equipped, clean aircraft. Membership includes maintenance, insurance, servicing or other costs involved in individual ownership. Contact Richard: (562) 208-5280 or ryardusa.com INLAND EMPIRE FLYING CLUB Corona, Chino and Riverside, CA 151100:TFN Tabooma Flyers. Nonprofit flying club on historic Pearson Field, Vancouver, WA, www.taboomaflyers.org. 4/16
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Invites You to Join their Annual Delegation to China on its American Aviators VIP Tour of China
Our very special, one-of-a-kind tour of China combines the old and the new of this rapidly emerging and fascinating country and culture. This all-five-star tour was designed by the Jobes – “China Nina” and “Capt. Larry ‘Sez” – and has been introducing aviators and other avid travelers alike to China since 2004. Added to what is already a comprehensive 19-day VIP tour is the addition of special sites of interest to both aviators and World War II history buffs – the largest aviation museum in all of Asia, Gen. “Vinegar Joe” Stilwell and Flying Tiger Museums in Chongqing, and the huge new Flying Tiger Heritage Park &
Museum in exotic Guilin where you can now visit and board the C47 Buzz Buggy (flown there last year by Larry and crew over a 96-day saga). Enjoy the amazing sights of Beijing, Wuhan, Yichang, four-night Yangtze River Cruise, Chongqing, Chengdu, Guilin, Xi’an, Suzhou, and Shanghai. Airfares included – San Francisco to/from China plus five domestic flights within China. See our ad on page 28. Visit our website for full details at www.TravelAire Tours.com and/or call us toll-free at 866/669-2288.
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In Flight USA Celebrating 34 Years
November 2017
AD INDEX Aerozona Part ..................26
Corona Aircraft Engines 27
Mota Drone......................35
T.J.’s Aircraft Sales..........23
Aircraft Spruce ..........15, 36
Eagle Aircraft ..................24
Pacific Coast Avionics ....10
Tiffin Aire ........................43
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Planes of Fame, Zero..20, 37
Aircraft Specialties Services19
Dr. Susan Biegel, MD ....14
Mountain High Oxygen3, 37
Airplanes USAA/CSales ....6
Golden Age Tours............45
Alliance Int’l. Aviation (AIA) 6
Hiller Museum ............2, 37
QREF Media....................18
Horizontal Rain ..............45
Ranching USA ................24
Airtronics ........................31
AAHS.............................. 20
HME Watches..................21
Arizona Soaring ..............41
J.T. Evans ..........................4
AOPA ..........................7, 37
Attitude Aviation ............51
Aviation Ins. Resources ....22 Aviation Oxygen..............36 Corona Air Venture ........44
Pacific Oil Cooler..............9
R&M Steel ......................14
Scheyden Eyeware....22, 52
Jorgenson Lawrence........50
Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors 26
Last Man Standing ..........37
Stallion51 ..................28, 37
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Lawyers for Men’s Rights ..26
Sky Dancer ......................44 Sterling Air ......................13
Threshold Aviation ..........17
Travel Aire ......................28
U.S. Sport Expo ..............39
USA Aircraft Brokers........9
Valley Airport ............16, 37
Vans Aircraft ....................24
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Zanette Aircraft Insurance ....5
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