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Q Lake Buena Vista, FL: Int’l. Women in Aviation Conference, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, www.wai.org. Q Casa Grande, AZ: Cactus Antique Fly-In, gates 8 a.m., Casa Grande Municipal Airport, www.cactusflyin.org. Q Vero Beach, FL: EAA Chapter 99 Aviation Day, Vero Beach Municipal Airport, www.eaa99.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, free, (831) 637-9822, www.frazierlake.com. Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-7576. Q New Orleans, LA: NATA FBO Success Seminar, Chateau LeMoyne, enicholson@nata.aero, nata.aero, (800) 808-6282.. Q Dallas, TX: Hai Helli-Expo, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, heliexpo.rotor.org. Q Titusville, FL: TICO Warbird Airshow, Fri. noon/Sat. 8:30 a.m., Space Coast Regional Airport, (321) 268-1941, www.valliantaircommand.com. Q El Centro, CA: NAF El Centro Air Show, gates 7 a.m., (760) 339-2220. Q Yuma, AZ: MCAS Yuma Air Show, gates Fri. 5 p.m./Sat. 8 a.m., MCAS Yuma, www.yumaairshow.com.. Q West Chester, PA: Girls Science Expo, 2 to 4 p.m., American Helicopter Museum, (610) 436-9600, www.americanhelicopter.museum. Q Troy, OH: Brick Blowout LEGO Contest, noon to 5 p.m., WACO Air Museum, (937) 335-9226, www.WACOairmuseum.org. Q Chino, CA: Open Cockpit Day — P-51 Mustang & EC-121, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Yanks Air Museum, (909) 597-1735. 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 Waco, TX: The Heart of Texas Airshow, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., TSTC Waco Airport, www.heartoftexasairshow.com. Q China Lake, CA: NAWS China Lake Air Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., tickets (615) 223-1008, www.chinalakeairshow.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 Napa, CA: Vintage Aircraft Display, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Napa Airport, (707) 944-9236. 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 Brunswick, GA: Wings over the Golden Isles Air Show, Fri. 6 p.m./ Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m., Brunswick Golden Isles Airport, wingsovergoldenisles.com. Q Oviedo, FL: Amerian Heroes Airshow, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oviedo Mall, (407) 222-8644, www.heroes-airshow.com. Q Palmdale, CA: Los Angeles County Air Show, William J. Fox Airport, (661) 927-7469, lacoairshow.com. Q DeFuniak Springs, FL: Marvel of Flight Fly-In & Expo, DeFuniak Springs Airport, (850) 892-2000, www.marvelofflight.com. Q Riverside, CA: Airshow 2017, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Riverside Airport, (951) 351-6113. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, free, (831) 637-9822, www.frazierlake.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Corpus Christi, TX: NAS Corpus Christi Wings over South Texas, gates 8:30 a.m., www.wingoversouthtexas.com. Q Melbourne, FL: Melbourne Air & Space Show, gates 9 a.m., Melbourne Int’l. Airport, (321) 395-3110, airandspaceshow.com. Q Tavares, FL: Seaplane-A-Palooza Fly-In, Tavares Seaplane Base, (352) 742-6176, www.tavares.org. Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-7576. Q Lakeland, FL: Sun ’n Fun Int’l. Fly-In & Expo, Lakeland Linder Regional Airport, www.flysnf.org. Q Kansas City, MO: KC Aviation Expo & Air Show, Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport. Q Montgomery, AL: Maxwell AFB Open House & Airshow, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., www.maxwell.af.mil.

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It is certainly inconvenient when you get into your car and it won’t start, but it’s more serious when an aircraft battery is weak or dead. It’s easy to forget about the important role a properly functioning battery plays in safe aircraft operation, and there is nothing more important than a strong, reliable battery. A good healthy battery will reduce wear and tear on the engine and associated starting components during the cranking phase and deliver essential emergency power in

the event of a generator failure. When flying with a Concorde battery, you can rest assured you’re flying with a proven, reliable, and safe lead-acid battery. Concorde Battery Corporation was established in 1977 and is pleased to be celebrating 40 years of handcrafting batteries in West Covina, Calif. Our facility is approved by the military to produce military aircraft batteries, is fully qualified under FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) and Technical Standard Order (TSO) C173 processes, and manufactures a full line of more than 100 models for commercial aviation. Concorde operates as an organizational Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) under appointment from the FAA. Concorde is also fully accredited under the ISO 9001 + AS:9100 Quality Management System. After 39 years of exclusively manufacturing out of West Covina, 2016 marked the

opening of our second facility on the east coast in Austell, Ga. This facility is also approved by the military, ISO 9001 + AS9100 accredited, qualified under FAA PMA approval and has significantly expanded Concorde’s production capabilities. The company started with a focus on dry charged, flooded batteries also known as wet-lead acid batteries. Initially, batteries were developed and manufactured to the requirements of military specifications. The development and manufacturing of batteries for civilian aircraft soon followed. In the 1980s, Concorde designed an efficient and reliable pressure relief valve in concert with a high-performance and highly reliable sealed valve regulated lead acid (VRLA), absorbed glass mat (AGM) line of recombinant gas (RG) batteries called the RG Series. VRLA technology gained wide acceptance in the industry for its maintenance, free and safe characteristics, and the success of Concorde’s RG Series around the world is based on the proven reliability of its design, construction, and manufacturing processes. RG Series batteries don’t spill or require electrolyte/acid replenishment like their flooded lead-acid counterparts.

Pilots and mechanics alike benefit from the sealed technology because there is no acid spray when overcharged and no acid spillage when a battery is inverted on the ground or in flight, saving the aircraft and aircraft systems from corrosion and saving the mechanics from hours of laborious clean up. When compared to NickelCadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries, there is a cost benefit of owning RG Series sealed lead-acid batteries, as they do not have a memory effect and don’t require deep cycling thereby reducing labor costs. Additionally, Ni-Cd and Li-Ion batteries must meet stringent shipping requirements, which makes them very expensive to transport. Concorde VRLA batteries can be shipped as non-hazardous, non-spillable material, which greatly reduces shipping costs. As budgets tighten, Concorde RG series batteries will reduce your battery costs per flight hour while providing the same level of performance as a Ni-Cd.

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NEWS AOPA: Executive Order Won’t Delay BasicMed ..........................8 EAA, Seaplane Pilots Assoc. Announce Joint Effort..................9 Stemme, S-Plane Automation......................................................11 AOPA Announces Drone Membership Options ........................16 AOPA Offers Solutions for Trump Shutdowns at Florida Airport..21 Inaugural U.S-China GA Business Conference March 25-31......22 AEA Unveils 2016 Year-End Avionics Market Report................32 GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team Announces 2017 Schedule ..36 Action-Packed Performers Slated for Los Angeles Air Show..38 Plan to Attend NBAA Regional Form, Fort Worth, Texas..........39 Flying Museum Celebrates the 1940s ........................................42 Uflytv Launches Aviation Video Service Website......................43 Largest Assembly of P-51s Expected at Sun ‘n Fun ................46

FEATURES Editorial: Current Events By Ed Downs ..................................................................6 Pilot Report: The Theory of Evolution By David Brown ............................................................17 Mid America Flight Museum: Review 2016, Promise for 2017 By Nick Viggiano ..........................................................24 Review: Sebring Expo, the Place to See, Try, Fly and Buy By Vickie Buonocore ......................................................26 Airman Finds Potential Through EPR By Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves ........................27 Chock To Chock With Doc: FAA AME At Avdoc-51 By W. T. Busch ..............................................................47

COLUMNS Flying Into Writing: California Adventures By Eric McCarthy ..............12 Flying With Faber: Ann Arbor, A Charming College Town By Stuart J. Faber ..............29 Flying Home: Three Day Local Holiday to Boulder Creek By Denise Rae Donegan and Ana Carolina Uribe ........33 The Homebuilder’s Workshop: Arrogance By Ed Wischmeyer ............34 Safe Landings: RNAV Problems, Anything New? ........................................34 The Pylon Place: Freedom to Fly By Marilyn Dash ................45

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

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By Ed Downs

s implied by the title of these editorial thoughts, current events often drive the creative rants offered by those who share their opinions in public. This month is no exception, although the quantity and volume of news stories parading through the TV media and web makes it hard to choose which one to go with. The obvious answer to, “which subject do we exploit,” is to simply combine several stories together. How about recent events, which include an embarrassed movie star, the “lying” media, a famous cartoonist, and of course, a lesson from the FAA’s favorite subject, Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM). Tough assignment? “Heck no,” as they say in red neck country, “Hold my beer.” The embarrassed movie star is an easy story to pick up on. Once again, actor Harrison Ford is in the news with a flying adventure. In today’s world of smart phone cameras, it is virtually impossible to make any kind of mistake without someone catching it on video, ready to run on the 10 o’clock news. Such was the case when Mr. Ford lined up with a taxiway, as opposed to a parallel runway, at John Wayne Airport in Southern California. Ford has a large collection of aircraft (can you sense the envy?) based at the besieged Santa Monica airport, which he frequently takes out for a local flight. Readers might recall his forced landing in a beautifully restored PT22 a couple of years ago when the engine failed (a part failure in the carburetor) while departing Santa Monica. It was generally agreed that his survival was a demonstration of remarkable flying skills under the worst of possible conditions. However, this most recent incident gave the “lying” media an excellent opportunity to come up with a story that makes yellow journalism look like Pulitzer Prize writing. For several days, every news station in the country bombarded the public with the terrors of a “near collison” between Ford’s Aviat Husky and the airliner that was “full of terrified passengers.” Such terms as “barley missed,” “terrifying near collision,” “averted disaster,” “endangered lives,” and too many other phrases of death and destruction to count spewed forth. All reports seemed designed to support the narrative that small airplanes are out to hit big airplanes, especially if Harrison Ford is the pilot. One news person (I am being kind) even glowed as ATC tapes were played that recorded Ford as he miss-identified his Husky

while flying through the LA Class B airspace. Another tape from John Wayne Tower captured Mr. Ford asking if “the airliner was supposed to be under him.” Upon playing these tapes, the news anchor arrogantly offered, “perhaps Ford’s flying days are over.” To be sure, the incident was embarrassing, but to even the most casual aviation qualified observer, the so-called “near miss” fell into a midlevel runway incursion incident in which no one was in danger. To be sure, Ford and the FAA (including local ATC) need to understand what happened, as the responsibility might be shared. The fake story, however, was one of “life and death,” danger by an incompetent pilot, a story which did not exist except in the minds of competitive news media writers seeking to sell commercial advertising time. One is caused to wonder, if this type of fictitious reporting goes on regarding subjects that we aviators know a lot about, how many stories are out there about less familiar subjects that suffer from similar false and fallacious storylines designed to reap ratings, not tell the truth. One can only conclude that GA flying is not the only fall guy in the wonderful world of media reporting.

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(Gary Larsen, The Far Side)

So there it is, the embarrassed Hollywood actor part of the story and a rant about the media. But what about the cartoonist and Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)? Garry Larsen and his very edgy cartoon series, “The Far Side” has always been a favorite of this writer, which may tell those familiar with Larsen’s work a bit too much about this writer’s mental state. The “Far Side” explores an out-of-the-box side of human and animal behavior that is hysterically Continued on Page 10

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Q Columbus, GA: Thunder in the Valley Air Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Columbus Airport, www.thunderinthevalleyairshow.com. Q Chino, CA: Some Bunny Loves You w/Easter Bunny & Scavenger Egg Hunt, noon, Yanks Air Museum, (909) 597-1735. 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 Petaluma, CA: Historic Airplane Appreciation Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Petaluma Municipal Airport, (707) 778-4404. Q Urbana, OH: Doolittle Raiders B-25 Gathering, Grimes Field, www. champaignaviationmuseum.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 Napa, CA: Vintage Aircraft Display, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Napa Airport, (707) 944-9236. Q San Diego, CA: Red Bull Air Race, @noon, www.redbullairrace.com. Q LaVerne, CA: Antique & Special Interest Aircraft Display, 10 a.m to 2 p.m., Brackett Airport, (909) 593-1395. Q San Diego, CA: Montgomery Field Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., Gibbs Montgomery Executive Airport, (619) 301-2530. Q Dayton, OH: 75th Anniversary of Doolittle Tokyo Raid, Wright Field, Wright-Patterson AFB, www.nationalmuseum.af.mil. Q Louisville, KY: Thunder over Louisville, 3 p.m., Waterfront Park, (800) 928-3378, thunderoverlouisville.org. Q Belle Chasse, LA: NAS JRB New Orleans Air Show, gates 8 a.m., www.neworleansairshow.com. Q Panama City, FL: Gulf Coast Salute - Tyndall AFB Airshow, gates 9 a.m., www.gulfcoastsalute.com. Q Peachtree City, GA: CAF Dixie Wing WWII Heritage Days, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Falcon Field, www.wwiidays.org. Q Austin, TX: Amerian Heroes Air show, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Camp Mabry, (512) 478-770, www.heroes-airshow.com. Q Camarillo, CA: AOPA Regional Fly-In, various times/venues, Camarillo Airport, www.aopa.org. Q Hondo, TX: Hondo Army Airfield Diamond Jubilee Fly-In, South Texas Regional Airport, hondochamber.org/events. Q Beaufort, SC: MCAS Beaufort Air Show, gates 9 a.m., www.beaufortairshow.com. Q Vidalia, GA: Vidalia Onion Festival Air show, gates 11 a.m., Vidalia Regional Airport, (912) 538-8687, www.vidaliaonionfestival.com. Q Lake Charles, LA: Chennault Int’l. Airshow, show Fri. 5 p.m./gates Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m., Chennault Int’l. Airport, chennaultairshow.com. Q Half Moon Bay, CA: Pacific Coast Dream Machines, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Half Moon Bay Airport, (650) 726-2328, www.miramarevents.com. Q Gatineau, Quebec: Wings over Gatinaeau Airshow, Gatineau Ottawa Executive Airport, www.vintagewings.ca. Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-7576. Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Frazier Lake Airpark, free, (831) 637-9822, www.frazierlake.com. Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Q Shreveport-Bossier City, LA: Defenders of Liberty Air Show/Open House, gates 9 a.m., Barksdale AFB, (318) 456-1015.

Are you Fit to Fly under BasicMed? Now that the FAA has announced BasicMed, the new third class medical reform rule, will go into effect on May 1, it’s time for pilots to start learning how to take advantage of the benefits. We know our members are relying on us as the new rule rolls out. So, that’s why we launched our Fit to Fly resources to help pilots make the most of BasicMed. Fit to Fly is an online suite of tools and information developed to ensure both pilots and physicians understand the new regulations. You can find the resources online at www.aopa.org/ FittoFly. The process of getting Fit to Fly begins with figuring out if you qualify, and we have an interactive tool to walk you through that online. Many pilots will immediately qualify for BasicMed, but for those who will need to take some additional steps, the process to get back flying is now much easier. And if you have one of the medical conditions specified by the FAA in the BasicMed rule, you will need to obtain only one special issuance medical for that condition, and then you may subsequently fly under the BasicMed rules. In order to start flying under BasicMed, all you’ll need to do is complete the physical exam and FAA checklist every four years and the online aeromedical course every two years that AOPA will provide free as part of Fit to Fly. All of this information and more is available in our Fit to Fly resources, and we will continue to post updates as we approach May 1. Watch for the launch of the free AOPA online aeromedical education course, videos to help pilots understand BasicMed, and additional information for physicians. If you’ve reviewed our Fit to Fly resources and still have questions, our aviation and medical experts are standing by. Contact the AOPA Pilot Information Center for help at 800.USA. AOPA (872.2672) Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Eastern time or by emailing pilotassist@aopa.org.

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anta Monica Municipal Airport’s (KSMO) history and location have made it a much loved facility. In an area marked by suburban sprawl and gridlock, KSMO offers a unique and convenient option for pilots, flight students, medical missions, traveling executives, and many others in the Los Angeles area. But Santa Monica’s elected officials have waged a war on the airport, trying to close it and making it harder to use. After years of legal filings and battles fought in public, the aviation community was surprised to learn in January that the FAA and the City of Santa Monica entered into an agreement to shorten the runway and

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keep the airport up and running for the next 12 years, after which the city will have the option to close it––something the current city government has indicated it intends to do. If you fly out of KSMO, this is a better deal than waking up one day to find X’s gouged in the runway. But for current and future aviators, the local economy, and many others, the possibility of closing Santa Monica is still something worth fighting. AOPA’s mission to keep KSMO open remains unchanged, and while 12 years is a long time, we are expanding our efforts. We will ensure the city lives up to its obligations. We will educate the community about the airport’s value. And we will work with city officials who will be elected in the future, those who

believe in the airport. AOPA will do everything possible to keep KSMO open. To make sure the city honors the agreement to operate the airport, AOPA is starting a legal effort so we will be able to stand up in court for pilots, airport businesses, and other supporters. Basically we are going to court to preserve our ability to keep going to court on behalf of the people who use KSMO. To keep the airport open beyond 12 years, we’ll also have to effectively tell the story of KSMO to the community and convince some residents and elected officials of its value. KSMO is an economic engine for the city, but the airport also impacts the local community in ways many may not realize. The stories of organ donations

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facilitated, emergency preparedness, and dogs who have found a new home through programs like Pilots N Paws paint a picture of an enormous asset that not only creates jobs but also inspires and improves lives. Over the next 12 years, we will work to tell those stories to the local community and especially their elected officials. It is no secret that the Santa Monica City Council has been hostile to their local airport, but that doesn’t mean the level of hostility will remain. By educating current and future council members as well as identifying and supporting candidates who understand the value of the airport, we can set the stage to keep KSMO open beyond 2028. Twelve years is a long time, and we aren’t going to waste it.

AOPA: EXECUTIVE ORDER WON’T DELAY BASICMED

The Order Exempts “Any Regulations Subject to Statutory or Judicial Deadlines.”

The FAA had a statutory deadline of early Jan. 2017 to publish the third class medical reform final rule in the Federal Register. That limit was set in the legislation signed into law last summer. Meanwhile, the FAA is currently working on finalizing the checklist for the physical exam and is also reviewing AOPA’s online aeromedical course. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the FAA must receive Office of Management and Budget approval of the checklist and course, but that again is expected to happen in time for the May 1 effective date. With BasicMed set to go into effect May 1, pilots can use the intervening months to make sure they are ready to take full advantage of the new regulations. However, pilots should note that they cannot operate under BasicMed until the new rules take effect on May 1 and that they must first meet certain requirements to fly under BasicMed. Pilots who have held a regular medical certificate or special issuance anytime on or after July 15, 2006, whose most recent medical was not suspended, revoked, or withdrawn, can fly under BasicMed by getting a physical exam by a statelicensed physician in accordance with a checklist that will be filled out by the pilot and the physician and then completing the online aeromedical course. Pilots should take those steps in that order because upon successful competition of the aeromedical course, certain information must be transmitted to the FAA such as the name, address, and contact information for the pilot as well as the physician who performed the exam,

the date of the examination, an authorization for the National Driver Registry check, and the pilot’s certifications acknowledging his or her fitness to fly. The FAA is currently working on finalizing the checklist for the physical exam and is also currently reviewing AOPA’s online aeromedical course. To prepare yourself to be ready on May 1, use the time now to educate yourself on the rule, brush up on your aviation knowledge, and sharpen your stick-andrudder skills with a flight instructor.

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Find out if you will be eligible to fly under BasicMed or if you will need to get a medical certificate or special issuance authorization one more time before being eligible. AOPA’s interactive, four-question Fit-to-Fly quiz will enable you to quickly determine if you qualify. And, if you see that you might not immediately qualify, the quiz provides resources that you can use to prepare now so that you can qualify as soon as possible after May 1. You can also learn more about the qualifications needed for BasicMed in AOPA’s suite of Fit to Fly resources.

Attend a Rusty Pilots Seminar

If it has been a while since you have flown and you plan to get back in the air as pilot in command once BasicMed goes into effect, start working toward your flight review and catch up on the airspace and regulatory changes that may have gone into effect since the last time you flew.

AOPA offers Rusty Pilots seminars through its You Can Fly initiative; the twohour seminars are designed to satisfy the ground portion of the flight review so that you leave with a CFI logbook endorsement in hand that states you have fulfilled the ground requirement. After that, all that’s left is some brush-up work in the air with a flight instructor. In 2016, AOPA hosted more than 156 of the seminars, and more than 45 percent of attendees said they later completed their flight review. Find a Rusty Pilots seminar near you and take the first step to getting current again.

Get Proficient

If you haven’t flown in a while or don’t currently have a medical certificate, go up with a flight instructor to sharpen your skills. Complete a flight review if you need one, or work on areas in which you would like to improve. You also can take the opportunity to learn about new equipment – glass cockpits or Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast traffic and weather information. The goal line is in sight for many pilots who will return to the air as PIC under BasicMed, so use this time to work with a flight instructor to improve your skills and learn new concepts and technology.

Refresh your Knowledge

Whether you are interested in aerodynamics, instrument flying, radio communications, transitioning to other aircraft, airspace, or other aviation-related subjects, you can learn more about them through the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s

free online courses. Many of the courses qualify for the FAA’s Wings program and Accident Forgiveness.

Read the Regulation and Advisory circular

Spend time studying the new regulation and associated advisory circular. The BasicMed rules address eligibility requirements for pilots, the type of aircraft that pilots may operate, and the limitations that apply to flights conducted under BasicMed. If you have questions about BasicMed rules, the advisory circular provides insight and clarification. Remember, a good pilot is always learning: Just like you studied the regulations and other FAA materials while you were working on new certificates and ratings, you should study these new regulations. You’ll be better prepared to start flying under them safely and legally when they go into effect. If you still have questions specific to your situation, call AOPA’s Pilot Information Center (800/USA-AOPA) for one-on-one conversations about BasicMed.

What’s next?

Once the checklist and course have been approved and become publicly available, you can schedule your physical with a state-licensed physician and complete the checklist. Then, take the online course and keep both the completion certificate and signed checklist in your logbook. At that point, you’ll be on your way to flying under BasicMed on May 1. For more information, visit www.aopa.org.

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shock and vibration. Concorde is the only aircraft battery manufacturer that provides this extra layer of protection. These features result in a robust battery that has outstanding electrical performance as well as a superior service life. Every Concorde aircraft battery undergoes numerous quality checks throughout the manufacturing process by highly qualified employees with years of experience. RG batteries are 100 percent tested, fully charged, and ready for installation when shipped from the factory. Concorde maintains a complete laboratory with both electrical and chemical testing capabilities. Our R & D laboratory focuses on research and development to improve performance and design characteristics. We are proud to have individuals among us who have been selected to develop military aircraft battery specifications, serve on committees that make recommendations to the FAA, and set International Aircraft Battery Standards. Concorde supplies more than 100 models of Original Equipment and direct replacement valve- regulated sealed leadacid batteries for fixed wing, rotorcraft and unmanned aircraft globally. Concorde batteries are available through a professional worldwide distributor network that can be found at Concordebattery.com.

NEW NATA PROGRAM MAKES PART 135, 91, AND 91K OPERATOR TRAINING ACCESSIBLE AND ECONOMICAL

Last month, the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the launch of “The NATA Part 135/91 Training Center” – a new training resource available to air charter, Part 91 and fractional operators. Developed by industry experts, the NATA Part 135/91 Training Center provides aircraft operators a standardized, trusted, and economical system to train their entire team. The system is offered by subscription with unlimited access for a fixed annual fee. NATA is demonstrated the new Part 135/91 Training Center at during the Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference in Ft. Worth, TX. Courses available through the NATA Part 135/91 Training Center include: • General Subjects and Regulatory Training for Pilots • Crew Resources Management Training

• Safety and Operations Training for Aeromedical Flight Crewmembers • Aircraft Flight Coordinator Training • Ramp Safety, Towing, Aircraft Fueling, and Fuel Farm Management Training • Occupational Safety and Health Training “NATA developed this resource to provide charter operators and corporate flight departments, regardless of their size, with cost-effective, one-stop shopping for all their training needs. The Part 135/91 Training Center allows operators to access training for their entire team – pilots, flight coordinators, and ground handlers – all in one convenient location,” stated Mike France, NATA Managing Director Safety and Training. For a full listing of available courses and more information on the NATA Part 135/91 Training Center, visit www.nata.aero or call 202/774-1535.

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The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced aerobatic pilot Sean D. Tucker and Congressman Todd Rokita (R-Ind.) will be honored for their contributions to general aviation at the second annual Bob Hoover Trophy Reception. The event will be held on the evening of March 8 at Ronald Reagan National Airport’s Historic Terminal A Lobby in Arlington, Va. Tucker was chosen to receive the 2017 AOPA R.A. “Bob” Hoover Trophy by unanimous agreement of the selection committee and the wish of the late Mr. Hoover himself. He is being honored for demonstrating the airmanship, leader-

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Continued from Page 6 funny, while at the same time, often earning a groan. The cartoon that accompanies this editorial is a case in point. Our two hero pilots look calmly out the windscreen and wonder why a mountain goat is way up there in the clouds. Most of us would take this as a clue we need to add some backpressure and get the heck out of there. Obviously, mountain goats do not live in the clouds; they live in the mountains (did their name give you a clue). Nevertheless, there is the reality that the plight of these two dimwits represents a behavior we can all fall victim to. That behavior may have been a contributing factor that allowed Mr. Ford to line up with a taxiway instead of the adjacent runway. It is a phenomenon known in the ADM world as “plan continuation bias.” This can also account for miss identifying the airplane you are flying. This writer would like to claim that I have never lined up with the wrong runway, entered a wrong traffic pattern or messed up a radio call, but I have done all of the above. Typically, it is because I had a mindset that all was good, and I was flying exactly as I expected to fly. In other words, I was continuing with what I thought was the correct plan of action and that “nothing can go wrong” because I have this under control. Once the human brain has a concept or thought firmly planted, it is very difficult to recognize that a variable has set in and a change of plan is needed. In the case of misidentification, this pilot has flown for flight schools that use only Cessnas. The mindset is to identify the plane as a “Cessna” when making a call. Having called “Cessna” all day, a plan that has worked, what do you think might

happen when the last flight of a long day is in a customer’s Piper? Are there any readers out there who have not, upon calling the tower from a rented plane, realized half way through the call that you cannot remember the “N” number of the plane you are supposedly in command of? Somewhat embarrassing, eh? This writer is guilty of all of the above. In virtually all cases, it is because I thought I had a plan in play and was committed to that plan. The same continuation bias applies to lining up with the wrong runway. One would not do that if you knew it was wrong, nor would the tower allow it. Is it possible that in the case of Mr. Ford’s adventure, he had planned for a straight-in and that is what he was doing? The tower had given a clearance, and their plan was that Ford would comply. Everyone had a plan and followed it to an unsuccessful outcome. And, just food for thought, a big airport with parallel runways can easily have up to six (or more) strips of very wide pavement running parallel to one another when you count taxiways that might be wider than most GA runways. They all look very good to a Husky. We all need to have a plan when we fly, and we need to follow and trust that plan. However, like a very popular POTUS once said, “trust but verify.” One needs to be situationally aware. Even when everything is going according to plan, ask yourself “what is waiting out there to bite me?” Sometimes it is the negative perspective that gets you the best result. So, there you are, four dissimilar subjects wrapped into one editorial. Now, if you will excuse me, I would like to finish my beer. That is my plan!

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Flying into Writing By Eric McCarthy

’ve done a lot of flying since my last column, covering California from San Jose to San Diego. Now I recognize this is no great feat for those flying high-end singles, twins, or jets, but in a Cessna 172, well, let’s just say it’s a little more challenging. For example, the weather has to cooperate not just for the four hours it takes to get up the coast to San Jose – a time during which some of the more sophisticated aircraft could complete a round-trip – but for more like nine or 10 hours if we want to get home the same day. This is especially true considering that we need to deal with the mountains of the so-called Transverse Ranges, which hem in the southern end of the Central Valley and separate it from the LA Basin. Normally, this is not a problem in sunny California, but with the winter we’ve been having here this year, this didn’t always work out…

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weather at the same time, something that had been elusive for the previous few weeks. My friend and fellow CAP volunteer, Rich, and I departed Palomar (KCRQ) in his immaculate Cessna 172 early one morning bound for northern California for a photo mission involving several sites in San Jose and the Central Valley. Concerned that we might have to punch through a morning marine layer, Rich filed an IFR flight plan and took the first leg to San Luis County Regional Airport. It turned out that the weather cleared to typical southern California perfection, but we decided to stick with our IFR flight plan just the same. We flew north on V23, which took us to Seal Beach VOR (SLI), where we were cleared direct to the Los Angeles VOR (LAX). ATC told us to fly the 310° radial when we passed LAX, which took us along the coastline and over the Santa Monica Pier. Eventually, we were cleared back on course to Ventura (VTU) and San Marcus (RZS) VORs. Leaving RZS, we flew direct to San Luis Obispo (KSPB), which took us just north of Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch near Santa Ynez. I hear it’s for sale

if you’ve got a spare $100 million. As we approached San Luis, we could see the haystack-shaped Morro Rock on the coast in the distance. ATC directed us to CAVLI intersection, which seemed odd given that it’s just a couple of miles off the departure end of the active runway. We reported the field in sight, and ATC cancelled our IFR clearance and sent us over to San Luis tower; they cleared us to enter a right downwind for runway 11. Rich made a smooth, uneventful landing, passing by Albert 1, the British Army’s C-130 waiting to take the runway. The British troops train 30 miles north at Camp Roberts near Paso Robles.

Downwind at KSBP with Morro Rock visible in the distance. (Eric McCarthy)

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We refueled quickly, switched seats, and were on our way up the coast, passing by the 581’ Morro Rock at the mouth of Morro Bay. In the distance, to the east we could see clouds building up over the mountains; these would come back to haunt us later. But the coast was clear! In fact, it was beautiful! We picked up Flight Following and proceeded north up the coast. I spotted Hearst Castle in the distance and decided to take the opportunity to take some pictures of the magnificent estate. I told the controller of our plans, and he reminded us to remain clear of R-2513 as it was Continued on Page 13

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Continued from Page 12 “hot.” I guess that was where Albert was headed… We assured him that we expected to be well clear of the Restricted Area.

Hearst Castle

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We circled the castle and departed to the west, passing over the now-defunct Point Piedras Blancas Light Station. Originally 100-feet tall, the lighthouse began operation in 1875, but earthquakes damaged it until it was finally declared unsafe in 1949, and the top three levels were removed, reducing the structure to 70-feet. Today, the site is a wildlife sanctuary and historic park. Flying north along the coastline, we entered the Big Sur area and enjoyed spectacular views of cascading waterfalls plunging toward the sea from the dense forested hillsides and cliffs. Near the Big Sur VOR (BSR), the steep, rugged moun-

tains soared four and five thousand feet above the surf. We flew past the picturesque McWay Falls and countless other small, rocky coves, the deep blue and aquamarine waters of the Pacific lapping at their shores. We saw the famous Bixby Creek Bridge, impressive even from our elevated viewpoint. Standing 260-feet over the canyon below, the concrete bridge spans over 700-feet in length and is one of the most photographed features on the California coast. And wouldn’t you know it: I didn’t get the shot! Next time! I’ve got to go back and drive this incredible section of coastline! Approaching Monterey Bay, we saw Pebble Beach and the other challenging seaside golf courses of the Monterey Peninsula. We crossed the bay and passed over Santa Cruz and its famous boardwalk amusement park. Next stop: San Jose. We had two sites to photograph there and made quick work of them. I knew Apple’s new “spaceship” headquarters was under construction nearby, so we headed over for a quick look. It’s an impressive building to say the least! Apple purchased and razed an old Hewlett Packard campus of several goodsized office buildings to build Steve Continued on Page 14

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Continued from Page 13 Jobs’s dream headquarters. The circular building is massive – more than a mile around, dwarfing the other buildings Apple is constructing on the site. Rumored to cost as much as $5 billion when completed (no, that’s not a typo…), the facility will house more than 14,000 employees. From the San Jose area, we were off to the Central Valley. Departing San Jose’s Class Charlie to the south, we quickly ran afoul of the approach corridor for Mineta San Jose International Airport (KSJC). ATC turned us around and vectored us north until we were just a mile or so from the airport, then sent us eastbound over the arriving aircraft. Once we passed ReidHillview (KRHV), they gave us the old “resume own navigation,” and we were off to Gustine (3O1) to refuel before tackling three more photo sites scattered about the Central Valley.

Heading home, or not…

We wrapped up our photo mission with a site adjacent to the Fresno Yosemite International Airport (KFAT). I had called to make arrangements the day before, so they were expecting us. They held us outside the Class Charlie airspace briefly, but before long, we were over our site. The mission took only about 10 minutes to complete, and then we were on our way, or so we thought… Flying south at 9,500 toward Bakersfield, the cloud deck beneath us began to solidify. There were still plenty of large holes that we could descend through if need be, but it was definitely thickening. An overcast layer was also developing above us. It was late afternoon as we droned on, and as we passed Bakersfield, the overcast became more of a concern. It was cold out, 20°F, and the clouds began to squeeze down. We knew we had some significant mountains to get over in our near future, but the cloud layers seemed to converge ahead. And then we saw it: very light accumulation of ice on the leading edge! That’s it – we’re done! We made a hasty retreat back to the clear air over the Bakersfield area and discussed our options. We could head west to the coast, which we knew was still clear, but that meant getting over the mountains again,

and with the sun on its way down, that wasn’t a place I wanted to be in the dark. We could head east, but that didn’t look promising at al – the prevailing westerlies were pushing all the clouds in that direction, and that too would involve a mountain crossing. In the end, it was a pretty easy decision: let’s spend the night in Bakersfield and live to fly another day.

Descending through a hole in the clouds. (Eric McCarthy) We found a large hole in the clouds below us and began our descent over the flat farmland below. We could see that there was several thousand feet between the cloud bases and the ground. It took a few loops to shed about 6,000-feet, but before long, we were beneath the clouds. We told the controller that we were diverting to Bakersfield’s Meadows Field (KBFL) and he gave us a heading to point us in the right direction. Rich dialed in the ILS for additional reference, and the tower controller cleared us for runway 30L, which doesn’t have an ILS, but it didn’t matter – we could see the airport anyway. We made a nice landing, taxied to parking, got the plane squared away, called the wives, and found a hotel for the night. Found a Denny’s within walking distance for dinner – bad idea – but effective! The next morning, well-rested after a good night’s sleep, we enjoyed a nice, relaxing continental breakfast at the hotel, made our way back to the airport, and Rich flew us back to Carlsbad in sparkling clear skies. We were back at our homes by mid-morning; well worth the minor inconvenience. I can easily see how a situation like the one we found ourselves in could lead to bad decision making. Get-home-itis… we’re so close… only another hour to go… we can make it… it’s too expensive to spend the night… it’s inconvenient. The list of excuses goes on and on. But in the end, it really was an easy decision to make. There was no point in pushing our limits. Subconsciously, I had left my house knowing it was a possibility that we might have to spend the night somewhere – the length of the mission alone might have led to that. There are worse things – much worse – than spending an evening away from home and spending it with a friend. How bad could that be? Discretion truly is the better part of valor. Until next time – fly safe!

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The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced a new line of membership options created for drone pilots, a key part of an ongoing effort to unite manned and unmanned pilots for the common purpose of safe integration of all users. Having long been recognized for leadership in aviation safety and advocacy, AOPA has already been involved with drones and related matters for about a decade, and remote pilots, many of whom are completely new to aviation, need many of the same types of support, services, information, and tools AOPA has expertly provided to the manned community for years. “Drone pilots are seeking their place in the larger world of aviation and looking for opportunities to expand their experience,” said AOPA President Mark Baker. “This is an ideal time to embrace these pilots and welcome them into the GA family, and AOPA is uniquely positioned, with the strength of nearly 350,000 members, as the long-recognized voice of GA, and represents all pilots.”

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AOPA’s Senior Director of UAS programs, Kathleen “Kat” Swain, said the proposition to drone pilots who are not already AOPA members is simple: “We’re providing the community and resources all pilots need.” Swain is a CFI and has also played key roles building unmanned aircraft capabilities for the insurance industry as well as flying humanitarian missions. Baker continued, “As newcomers to the skies, they have told us they are looking for a trusted source to help them get the most out of their flying, protect their license and their assets, and keep them up to date on regulations and issues affecting their kind of flying. Dividing manned from unmanned aviators would rob both of many benefits and create unnecessary conflict. We believe we are stronger as a united community, and welcome these new pilots with hope that our common goals of safety and freedom to fly will be achieved together.” For more information, visit www.aopa.org.

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and its Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Committee announced the recipients of the 2017 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarships. These were recognized during the 2017 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2017), hat took place Feb. 7-10 in Fort Worth, Tex. These training awards, given in conjunction with annual sponsors, promote the career development of current and aspiring schedulers and dispatchers. The 2017 sponsors include: • Academy College • Airline Dispatchers Federation in conjunction with Flamingo Air Schools • Beyond & Above Corporate Flight Attendant Training • CornerStone Strategies LLC • Corporate Aviation Solutions • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • FlightSafety International • GA Food Safety Professionals • Jeppesen

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By David Brown

any years ago, I was involved in production testing of a jet trainer in the UK. Initially we had unpressurized jets and used to climb to 30,000 feet for our production testing as a matter of course. With the exuberance of youth, we ignored the occasional sinus problems, the bends, fatigue, and other such inconveniences, while accepting the rock-hard cushions of the MartinBaker ejection seats as part of the cost of doing business. A couple of years later, we had progressed to a pressurized version of the same jet, as by now the powers-that-be had realized that the Royal Air Force CFIs were having problems with the day-after-day effects of climbing to high altitude two or more times a day without the benefits of pressurization. From our flight-test point of view, we soon realized that life was much better in a pressurized aircraft. Fast forward a decade or two, and I was ferrying a military turboprop trainer west across the USA, part of a two-ship formation. Again we were unpressurized, and at 24,000 feet, I was monitoring my oxygen blinker rhythmically opening and closing. Occasionally, I would have to give control to my colleague in the other cockpit, unclip my military-style oxygen mask, blow my nose, eat a sandwich, take a sip of water, etc. before clipping the mask back on. Again, we were on the same Martin-Baker ejection seats, and again the cushions were rock hard after a couple of hours droning west over Texas and the Arizona desert. I liked the speed, as we were covering the ground at a true airspeed of almost 300 knots, better than doing the trip at low altitude in a general aviation aircraft with TAS of just over a hundred knots, as I was doing on weekends. But the discomfort of mask, bonedome, seat, harness, and parachute straps was a different matter “One day,” I said over the intercom, “We will be able to do this trip in pressurized luxury and comfort.” “But not today,” came the answer from our imperturbable test pilot in the front cockpit. A moment later, he resumed humming Willie Nelson’s “ …on the Road again…” I have news for the world. That day has arrived with the introduction of the pressurized Evolution. I first saw the Turbine Evolution at Reno last September when it was used as the pace plane for the Sport Racing class. I was impressed by the speed and intrigued by the fact that this was a kit-built plane.

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The turbine-powered demonstrator N424SM was the race pace plane for the Sport racing class at Reno Races in Sept. 2016. (David Brown)

The powerplant is the well-known and reliable PT-6 of 750 SHP. The Evolution can cruise at 260 knots at more than 20,000 feet and has an IFR range of over 1,000 nautical miles. (David Brown)

In February, I was fortunate enough to meet up with Evolution Aircraft’s President, Kevin Eldredge, at Cable Airport in Southern California, get the inside story of the Turbine Evolution, and take a short flight in between the storms battering Southern California.

Evolution President, Kevin Eldredge, flew N698W into Cable Airport in Southern California where we met for my flight. (David Brown)

speed handling. The engine is a 750SHP Pratt & Whitney PT6A-135A. A four-blade Hartzell propeller has electrical ice protection and 698W is fitted with an optional wing and horizontal thermal system from Kelley aerospace thermal antiice/de-ice system. (An alternate system has de-ice boots on the leading edge, with the boots inset into the leading edge to preserve the smooth contours). A glycol spray is used on the windshield. The tricycle landing gear is robust, and the trailing link main gear is forgiving on landings. The cabin pressure vessel uses close-tolerance carbon components with Hysol epoxy bonding. Doors have inflatable pressure seals. The pressurization system operates automatically and provides 6.5psi cabin pressure differential giving an 8,000-feet cabin altitude at 28,000 feet Avionics include the EFC900X avionics suite with synthetic vision and an integrated autopilot. An L3 Trilogy electronic standby instrument is mounted high on the glareshield, and a Radiant touch-screen display controls the environmental, pressurization, and lighting.

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The Evolution is one of the most aesthetically pleasing aircraft I’ve flown. It’s all swooping curves and subtle contours, made possible by its composite construction, which gives an absolutely smooth surface without the usual panel lines and joints of a metal structure. It has small wings with Fowler flaps.

Background to the Turbine Evolution

The Evolution is the latest in a long line of speedy composite aircraft, which originated with the Lancair series of aircraft. Originally piston-powered and available in kit form, the design has evolved into a mature, pressurized, turbine-powered aircraft, which the Evolution Aircraft Company of Redmond Oreg. produces. There is a big emphasis on ease of production. The aircraft was designed using 3-D digital computer-aided design. This ensures interchangeability. Components and systems are built to Part 23 specifications. Wing design has been optimized using Xfoil analysis software and validated by wind-tunnel testing. The small wing is optimized for cruise performance, maneuvering, efficient climb, and low-

Composite construction gives sleek lines to the Evolution. The rear fuselage includes a small intake for the cabin conditioning. The oval windows give good visibility and makes structural design easier for the pressure vessel of the cabin. (David Brown) Entry is via a step below the left wing root then through the gull wing door over the left wing. The cabin has a classy leather interior. Avionics are the twin PFD/MFD displays of the Evolution Flight Control system 900X. Flaps and gear controls are handily on the glareshield. Pressurization and cabin

temperature controls are on a touchscreen to the right of the two main displays. As backup to the PFD and MFD, an L3 Trilogy is mounted high on the glareshield in the pilot’s line of sight.

The baggage compartment behind the cabin is pressurized. It will take 225 pounds, and the rear seats can be folded down to accommodate longer items. (David Brown)

The four-blade Hartzell propeller absorbs the power of the 750HP PT-6A turboprop. With the propeller pulled back into the Beta range, this effectively gives a reversepitch capability and allows for short landing runs. (David Brown)

The gullwing door is secured by a number of hefty latches and locked by a single interior lever. Flight controls are operated by a pair of substantial sidesticks located on the cabin walls, each with trim, radio, and A/P disconnect buttons. The leather cockpit interior is similar to that in a luxury car. (David Brown)

Building the Evolution

The Evolution is built to FAR 23 and registered in the Experimental Category. This specifies that the owner/builder must do 51 percent of the effort. In practice, this usually involves the owner working alongside the factory for two weeks, then working for four to six weeks over an eight-month period with Continued on Page 18

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Continued from Page 17 an assistance shop with professional guidance. Typical time to first flight is six to eight months. The Evolution Aircraft Company has an approved list of builders. When it comes time for first flight, an Evolution approved test pilot will do the initial flying and complete the required 40 hours of initial flying, which covers the whole flight envelope out to Vne and speeds down to the stall at all cgs. Then the owner gets to fly his air-

craft. An owner needs the usual Instrument Rating with high performance and complex endorsements together with a high-altitude training (The 28,000 foot service ceiling is set by RVSM requirements. The Evolution has the performance to go higher). The Experimental placard only means two things in practice, the first being no flying for hire and the second no Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI). N698W has de-icing on the wing-leading edge, and propeller de-icing in case of inadver-

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tent flight into non-forecast icing. This is one of the options available for Evolution owners. Kevin Eldredge said that the anti-ice system on 698Wsystem works well in clearing the wing and prop from ice, and the maximum rate of climb of 4,000 feet/min gets the Evolution through any layer of cloud before ice has a chance to build. Normal cruise speed of the Evolution is 275-290 knots burning 30 to 39 gph of Jet A. Pulling back to best economy gives

27 gph. Eldredge usually has flight plans for a cruise of 260 knots TAS and flies up to Flight Level 230 on his flights between Oregon and California. Full fuel payload is around 800 pounds, depending on the final weight set by the options selected by the owner. Range is around 1,100 nm with IFR reserves. Pressure differential is 6.5psi and gives a cabin altitude of 8,500 feet at FL280. Bleed air is used for cabin conditioning.

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Evolution #72 N11LW belonging to Owner/Builder Lew Whaley had its first flight from the Redmond factory on Feb. 13. (Evolution Aircraft Company)

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We climb aboard and I pull the Gull wing door down with the aid of a built-in loop, then close and lock it. (David Brown)

Engine controls are on a quadrant between the two front seats. Startup and taxi are standard for a PT-6. The Evolution maneuvers well on the ground and has a small turning radius using the rudder pedals. We taxi to runway 24. Occasional use of Beta keeps the speed down. Simple pre-takeoff checks are completed, we select takeoff flap, announce that we Continued on Page 19

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The touch screen on the right controls the pressurization and air conditioning. System operation is automatic once set up. Cable is an uncontrolled field. The MFD shows Ontario International, which is our nearest airport if we must divert because of the weather. (David Brown)

Continued from Page 18 are taking off on Runway 24 (Cable is an uncontrolled field), line up and open the throttle. The full 1,200 feet of torque is used for takeoff. After a commendably short run of 1,500 feet, we come off the ground, raise the gear and flaps, and then accelerate to best climb of 105 knots. We turn south to clear the pattern and throttle back. A glance across the cockpit to the pressurization display shows that the pressurization is already working.

Climbing out from Cable Airport (KCCB) runway 24. Best climb is at 105 knots. Our flight was during a short improvement in the weather between storms that battered Southern California mid-February. Flying between showers, we are set up for a recovery at nearby Ontario airport in case the weather clamps on us. (David Brown)

The smooth finish of the composite wing is apparent. The relatively small wing is optimized for the high-cruise speed, while Fowler flaps enable a low stall speed of 61 knots set by FAR requirements. (David Brown) We fly south over the Chino Hills. Chino airport with its busy airspace is off

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Cruising south, we get an audio “Traffic, Traffic” warning of a Bonanza, which we are overtaking. The PFD display shows this as the diamond off the yellow horizon bar at one o’clock. We pick up the traffic visually a moment later. (David Brown)

The Evolution has good forward visibility, but the weather is closing in. (David Brown)

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In the indifferent weather, I keep cruise speed down to a leisurely 176 knots. Before running into weather, I reverse course. I soon adapt to flying with the sidestick in my left hand (David Brown) Early Evolutions produced complaints of heavy roll controls. The Evolution Company has been working the problem by changes to the trim tabs.

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Torque is back to 620 foot pounds for cruise and fuel burn at this low altitude is 30gph. Pressurization is automatic. (David Brown) Maneuvering within the limits of the restricted airspace available to us with weather all around provides no surprises. Handling is good. After a quick tour of the local airspace, I come back into the pattern at Cable, slow the aircraft and drop half flap, retrim with the electric trim on the sidestick, drop the gear, and then bank onto a curving base leg finals and lower the rest of the flap. Continuing to slow, we are on final approach with speed decreasing through 85 knots, with a good view of the runway. The trailing link gear provides a soft landing. We land on the numbers, use moderate braking, and turn off at the mid-field taxiway (about 1,700 feet). The PT-6 is a well-proven turboprop. It has a TBO of 3,600 hours. The Beta mode, with throttle to the aft position on the quadrant, moves the prop to a reverse pitch and slows the aircraft rapidly.

On final approach, we have a good view over the nose. (David Brown)

Evolution Specifications

Dimensions Span: 36 feet 8 inches Length: 29 feet 5 inches Height: 10 feet Wing Area: 133 square feet Wing Loading: 32.3 pounds/square feet Weights Max TOW: 4,300 pounds Empty Wt: 2,550 pounds Useful Load: 1,774 pounds Fuel: 186 gals (698W has an extra aux tank in the rear fuselage, but this would only be used with the rear seats empty for cg reasons). Full Fuel Payload: 632 pounds Performance Best ROC: 105 knots Best Angle of Climb: 85 knots Va: 190 knots Vne: 256 knots Max Cruise: 300 knots Normal Cruise: 285 knots Max ROC: 4,000 feet/min Vstall Clean: 76 knots Vstall (flaps): 61 knots Takeoff Run: 1,500 feet Landing Run: 1,500 feet Cost: The basic kit cost in the region of $600,000, which includes all the parts for the Evolution except for the engine. Eldredge reckons a typical cost will be around $1.4 million, depending on the options chosen, which might include an auxiliary fuel tank in the rear fuselage, the anti-ice option, or a ballistic parachute.

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AOPA OFFERS SOLUTION FOR TRUMP’S FLORIDA AIRPORT SECURITY SHUTDOWNS

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has requested that the Department of Homeland Security establish security screening capabilities and gateway operations at Palm Beach County Park Airport to ease the economic impact of shutting down the airport each time President Donald Trump visits his nearby Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Fla. In a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary John F. Kelly, AOPA President Mark Baker urged adopting measures to allow limited operations at the general aviation airport during temporary flight restrictions in effect for presidential visits. Baker added AOPA’s commitment to support operational relief at the airport by disseminating information about the special procedures to local pilots, fixedbase operators, and companies based at the airport, where 250 people are employed full-time and which accounts for an annual community impact of $27 million. It has been estimated that the opera-

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Continued from Page 16 related programs that specifically promote professional and career development for business aviation schedulers and dispatchers. The S&D Training Scholarship Program, launched in 2004, offers opportunities for scholarship recipients to gain access to hands-on teaching initiatives. Through a separate S&D Scholarship Program, the committee offers cash grants, which can be used for a variety of professional development initiatives. Since 1997, $660,900 has been awarded to current and aspiring schedulers and dispatchers through this program. NBAA offers several scholarships to promote professional development and business aviation careers. For more information about NBAA scholarships, contact NBAA Project Manager, Professional Development Tyler Austin at taustin@nbaa.org or visit www.nbaa.org/ prodev/scholarships/. For information about NBAA’s Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee, contact NBAA Director, Educational Development and Strategy Jo Damato at jdamato@nbaa.org.

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airspace cutout from the inner core for Lantana Airport, and recently requested a meeting on the matter. During the first three TFRs associated with Trump’s visits to Mar-a-Lago–located just five nm from Lantana Airport–no cutout was authorized. AOPA has urged Florida’s two sena-

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started a new aviation journey about a year ago. Two friends who did not know each other (at the time) were pulling me to Mount Pleasant, Texas, and the Mid America Flight Museum. One longtime friend, Jason Bell, who lives in Mt. Pleasant, was finally bitten by the aviation bug and was pursuing his private ticket. The other, longtime friend, Erik Johnston, an aviation videographer, was volunteering and producing YouTube videos for the Mid America Flight Museum, based at the Mt. Pleasant airport. Well, after a minimum of arm-twisting, one Saturday in February, I headed east from Dallas to visit my friend, Jason, and the Mid America Flight Museum. After meeting up with and having lunch with Jason, we headed to the museum. As we drove onto the airport, in a hangar off in the distance, I spotted two gleaming three-blade props! Just the props were visible in the sunlight, and the rest of the aircraft was in the shadows. I blurted out P-38! JB answered no. As we got closer, I was dumbfounded! Now, I know my warbirds and military aircraft, but I am so-so with classic civilian aircraft. The aircraft turned out to be a rare bird. The Howard 250 is a post-war executive conversion of a Lockheed Loadstar and one of the only four built with tricycle-landing gear. As we got out of Jason’s truck, Gregg Williams, then on the museum’s staff and Jason’s flight instructor, greeted us. Unbeknownst to me, Jason had arranged a personal tour of the museum by Gregg. And what a museum! The Howard is a beautiful airplane in pristine condition, like most of the aircraft at the museum. That day, I got to inspect many aircraft, including the FG-1D Corsair Marines Dream, B-25 God & Country, and a Ford Tri-Motor, that was in Honolulu on Dec. 7! The Museum’s B-25 God & Country was the camera ship flown by Tallmantz Aviation. Paul Mantz and Frank Tallman were the famous aviators behind Tallmantz Aviation. They converted this B-25 into a highly modified camera ship that was used to film many movies, including 1000 Plane Raid and Catch 22. The ground was not broken on the new 32,000-square-foot hangar, and there would be additions as the year would progress, but nothing would be

Scott Glover Flying the P-51, Andrew Kiest flying the Beech 18 & Kelly Mohan flying the T-28, Matt Bongers was flying the photo plane SNJ-3. (Mid America Flight Museum)

Andrew Kiest flying the C-47 Sky King at the Rusk County Airport Fly-In. (Mid America Flight Museum)

Scott Glover Flying the Corsair during the WWII Glider Pilots Reunion at the Mid America Flight Museum. (Mid America Flight Museum)

more impressive than getting to know the founder and owner of the Mid America Flight Museum, Scott Glover. I met Scott for the first time in March of 2016. The occasion was the stop over for President Eisenhower’s C-121A Lockheed Constellation. Scott and the Mid America Flight Museum’s crew was a major contributor in getting the Connie from Arizona to its new home in Bridgewater, Va. This Connie, named Columbine II, is the first presidential aircraft to be designated Air Force One. So, with such a rare bird visiting, it was a big event with people flying in from all over Texas and surrounding states to see this Connie! Continued on Page 25

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Continued from Page 24 As I continued visiting the museum the next few months, I was blown away by the hospitality and the accommodations provided me by Scott and the Mid America Flight Museum crew! During this time, I was invited for a hop around Mt. Pleasant in the museum’s Douglas C-41.This aircraft is a DC-3 variant, modified at the factory to meet the U.S. Military specifications. It would become General Hap Arnold’s “personal aircraft” during WWII! If this plane could talk, what stories it could tell! It is normal for Scott to invite people visiting the museum to fly in the museum’s planes when he takes one of his aircraft up. It was on Memorial Day that I was accepted as a volunteer and sat in on a meeting with Scott, museum staff, and volunteers. I had read the museum’s mission statement on their web page, but in the meeting, Scott emphasized the mission statement. Honoring Veterans: Scott stated, “A Veteran will never pay for a ride in the museum’s aircraft!” It was the first weekend in September that proved to be a fine example of this mission statement. That Saturday, I was part of the crew that flew the museum’s C-47 Sky King to the Rusk County Airport Fly In. Sky King is the most historically documented combat Aircraft of WWII flying today. That day, Sky King made eight hops, six with veterans and their family, and the last two with airport staff, volunteers, and first responders. Though all the rides were free, the smile and stories were priceless. Mentoring Kids: Scott knows that we must nurture our country’s youth to keep our aviation community, industry, and history strong and in the forefront of our nation’s consciousness. The museum will take kids up in its 172 on occasion. Preserving Aviation History: This is very important to everyone involved with Mid America. What a joy it is to be around very historic aircraft! Whether it is Sky King, General “Hap” Arnold’s C41 or the 88-year-old Ford Tri-Motor, or many more aircraft, history is alive at the Mid America Flight Museum. The highlight of 2016 for the Mid America Flight Museum (in my opinion) came on Oct. 14 and 15. This is when the museum hosted the “World War II Glider Pilots Association” reunion. The big 32,000-square-foot hangar was completed for this event, and none too soon to increase the display capacity. Both days the museum was flying their planes constantly, giving the members of the association and their family flights.

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The 1st Air Force One Lockheed Constellation, President Eisenhower’s Columbine. (Mid America Flight Museum) The aircraft that provided memories for a lifetime were the Waco YMF-5, Travel Air 4000, Stearman, P-51D LOU IV, C-47 Sky King, and “Hap Arnold’s C41.” Of course, there were a few C-47 pilots in the association, and no words can do justice to the range of emotions that went through these heroes as they flew in these airplanes! The work of the pilots, staff, and volunteers was monumental. The crew helped the veterans in and out of the planes. No small feat with gentlemen in their 90s, and in the case of the Mustang, even removing the pilot’s seat to facilitate getting the passenger in the backseat of the P-51. When the planes were not flying, the crew was arranging the hangar for the diners on Friday and Saturday night, and the performance of the one-and-only Glen Miller Band. It was an honor and privilege to be part of this team. Scott Glover, like a championship sports team owner, GM has assembled a winning team of classic aircraft and classy people. Words and pictures cannot do justice to this event or any of the flying that went on at the Mid America Flight Museum in 2016. To see more information, visit their website at midamericaflightmuseum.org or like and follow the Mid America Flight Museum Facebook page. For videos, visit Erik Johnston’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/ErikJohnston 2017 is setting up to be another great year out in Mount Pleasant and the Mid America Flight Museum!

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decided to create a reverse-controlled environment for the drone race, where spectators and racers remained inside a protected netted area, and the drones had free reign over the field, otherwise known as the DroneZone. On the final day of Expo, officials announced the race winners: Cain “MadAir” Madere took first place, followed by Zach Carlson in “FALCONX,” and third place went to Chris Garz with his “GARZ.” Among the more than three-dozen workshops and forums, not to be missed was the panel presentation on unmanned aerial systems and how they will affect general aviation. The panelist, including Dr. John Robbins, PhD; Michael den Hartog; and Ryan Wallace, Ed.D, Professor of Aerospace Science at Polk State College Lakeland, Fla. Area Aviation & Aerospace, spoke to the usability and feasibility of these systems and how they “will become ubiquitous and indispensable” in our daily lives. Another featured speaker was Darrell Collins, an aviation historian, who is the uncontested expert on the Wright Brothers, having served the National Park Service for 38 years in the division of interpretation and education mostly at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Aviation history buffs were in their element at this forum. Dr. Peggy Chabrian of Women in Aviation International, was on hand to discuss learning to fly, practical tips on saving money on flight lessons, and how to find a good instructor. A movContinued on Page 27

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By Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves,

AIRMAN FINDS POTENTIAL THROUGH EPR

20th Fighter Wing Public Affairs (This feature is part of the “Through Airmen’s Eyes” series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.) Enlisted performance reports have the power to affect an Airmen’s career. For one Airman, an EPR had the power to change how he saw his life. Staff Sgt. Preston Moten, a 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment schedule and training monitor, said the rating from his first EPR made him realize it was time to straighten up and listen to the positive people around him. Moten’s life before he joined the Air Force set the tone for his first year as an Airman; he said there weren’t many leaders or positive mentors around as he grew up. Instead, he was surrounded by toxic individuals. “They were all the wrong people,

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Continued from Page 26 ing address came from Shaesta Waiz, pilot and founder of Dream Soar. Waiz was born in a refugee camp in Afghanistan and became the first female civilian pilot from her country. She spoke of her plans to complete a 90-day solo global flight to 30 destinations on five continents in 18 counties. She intends to inspire and encourage young men and women to pursue aviation-related dreams, whether through flight, technology, engineering, or other facets. How-to workshops are always popular and did not disappoint this year with Wally Funk, an NTSB investigator talking about flying and how to stay alive based on her experience of investigating more than 450 accidents; Steward Systems on how to fabric cover an aircraft; Lou Mancuso (Bristell Aircraft) on how to shop for an LSA; Rod Machado, a flight instructor and aviation writer on how to fly defensively and in a separate forum, how to laugh about all those crazy flying moments; Ken VeArd (Pilot Partner) on how to use an electronic pilot logbook; and National Aerobatic Champion Patty Wagstaff on how “upset training” leads to better piloting skills. Right there next to the “how-to” workshops, were the “hands-on” opportunities, most notably offered by Zenith Aircraft with an aircraft kit-building workshop. Sebastien Heintz, president of

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telling us kids to do all the wrong things,” Moten said. Even at home, he could not escape the toxicity. As a child, Moten said the gifts he received for the holidays would be taken to a pawn shop within a few days because his parents needed the money for something else. When he was about 16 years old, Moten’s grandparents discovered his parents’ addiction to crack cocaine and removed him completely from the situation. His grandmother attempted to guide his life in a more positive direction, but Moten said he wasn’t ready to accept the advice yet. When his girlfriend became pregnant with his daughter, Moten said he took a good look around. He noticed that many of the children around him were not being raised by their fathers because the men were often in jail, in prison, or dead. Then Moten thought about what he wanted for his daughter. “I know what it’s like,” he said, referencing his difficult youth. “I didn’t want her to go through that.”

Moten said he didn’t want to be like those other fathers. Instead, he enlisted in theAir Force to be a better role model for his daughter and to get her away from the destructive environment he once grew up in. Like his past, his first year in the Air Force was full of trouble. Staff Sgt. Trevor Smart, a 20th EMS AGE craftsman, said he remembered one distinct mistake Moten made while bringing in a piece of equipment off a maintenance line. “He knocked a bomb load truck off of jack stands, and it spun toward me and another guy,” Smart said. “That’s the day he found out everything in AGE is a potential hazard to a life.” Moten said he was never taught to act professionally before, so his reactions to people were far from reflecting Air Force standards. “He did not have the attitude of an Airman in the Air Force yet,” Smart said. “He had that thought process of ‘If I don’t get it right, somebody will pick up after me.’ When he reacted or talked to anybody... he responded the incorrect

way.” Immaturity led to discipline issues and paperwork. “The paperwork didn’t set in with Continued on Page 28

Zenith, offered participants the opportunity to tackle many activities, including learning how to read drawings (blueprints) and work from assembly instructions. Drilling, de-burring, and blind riveting were featured, along with cutting, filing, and fitting aluminum alloy parts. During the two-day workshop, participants actually constructed a Zenith Aircraft rudder assembly from a standard kit. Back on the theme of “new,” Glarner worked up a partnership with Highland Regional Medical Center, one of Expo’s major sponsors, to have doctors present to perform FAA medicals. At least a couple dozen pilots were able to pass their medicals right on the grounds of Expo thanks to this unique platform. Also new and highly revered was the Young Aviator’s Zone (YAZ). The vision was to get more of the community, and specifically, youth to the airport and to get people excited about flying. Glarner took her idea to the local school board and met with enthusiasm from the members. She expected some 300 students to come to Expo but was surprised when more than 750 attended throughout the four-day event. The Zone featured speakers specifically for the youth. Melissa Mathiasen, a Sikorsky test pilot and chief pilot for the S-92, was a highlight, especially addressing aviation activities young people can participate in now, including Young Eagles, Girls in

Aviation, Space Camps, and the Civil Air Patrol. Of course, no youth zone would be complete without pizza, and Glarner was sure to have her bases covered in this regard as well. Through it all, the students were able to talk to presenters, watch the drone races, sit in a simulator, and in the end, Glarner said she was thrilled with the excitement and feedback. She said several students, based on letters they sent to her, are now considering aviation as a future career! On the flip side of getting youth excited about aviation is, again, the fact that the local airport is an economic engine for its community, said Glarner. When young people look to the airport as a resource for future careers, “it becomes important for the airport to stress and encourage new businesses to come in offering more jobs and enhancing the labor pool,” she noted. Speaking of which, Sebring recently welcomed two new tenants, Spencer Aircraft and Pictaio Aerospace. Spencer Aircraft has a brand new location in the Sebring Airport Galleria. They’re selling a wide range of aviation products and parts while also adding additional product lines in pilot supplies, aircraft parts, industrial and MIL-spec hardware, fabric covering, advanced cleaners, avionics services, plus aviation-related apparel and gifts. Pictaio Aerospace has relocated from Dubuque, Iowa. Explains CEO, Chris Lord,

(Photo courtesy Sebring Expo) “Recently we teamed with ELA Aviation (a Spanish Gyroplane manufacturer of 20 years) and decided that the best location for us is at Sebring Airport.” Pictaio has been in the Gyroplane business since 2012 offering sales, service, and training. It is the only company to train the FAA in gyroplanes. Lord is one of a select few FAA pilot examiners in the USA, a test pilot for numerous aircraft, has flown more than 24 models of gyroplanes, and has obtained thousands of hours in gyroplanes. Lastly, and certainly most notably, new to the show this year was sunshine! Officials moved the show to January from the previous March dates and found a great solution to the typically expected wind, rain, and blustery weather (at least for this year). While they can only hope for the same in terms of weather next year, officials say attendees can count on more top quality workshops and forums at the 14th Annual Sebring Expo slated for Jan. 24-27, 2018. For more information, visit www.sportaviationexpo.com/

Staff Sgt. Preston Moten, a 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment schedule and training monitor, stands in front of 20th EMS Airmen at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 9, 2016. Moten had retained negative habits from his life prior to the Air Force that jeopardized his career and the safety of his fellow Airmen but used the support and guidance offered by his team members to break those habits and become more resilient. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)

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Chinese general aviation is in its infancy stage, and in the words of Threshold Aviation’s Vice President of Business Development, Doug Crowther, “The U.S. is the only country that can work with them to build a great industry.” The U.S certainly has a lot to be proud of when it comes to flight, and the industry is thriving in Southern California’s San Bernardino area, specifically Chino,

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hangar space and 500,000 square feet of land space. We have a good footprint here at Chino. This is our base where we manage aircraft, several Gulfstream aircraft, and we have a repair station. We do a lot of maintenance on business aircraft in that facility. We have a 135-charter company that operates worldwide. We have an FBO and an executive terminal here at Chino. We are kind of unusual in that we have an interior shop. We can do the woodwork and the upholstery for any kind of business jet, and we do it pretty routinely. When Mark DiLullo started the business 20 years ago, he started with the Falcon. He took the airplane in for service, but it took too long. He started the repair station and hired some talented people in there, and we can repair jets pretty quickly. Every plane we manage, we also maintain. IFU: What is the event March 25-31 about? TA: For some time, Threshold has been working on opening a business Continued on Page 36

Airman Finds Potential Continued from Page 27 me,” Moten said. “What did set in to me was my EPR.” The rating Moten was given on his first EPR finally shocked him out of his stubborn attitude. It made him realize, compared to the other Airmen, he was not only far from the best but did not reach the standard expected of him. Now he was ready to not only hear what the sergeants around him were saying but to listen and act on it. He wouldn’t let failure be an option. “People like them, the sergeants, worked on me,” Moten said. “They’ve got gray hairs because of me. They said, ‘We see something in you.’ I didn’t even see it in myself.” Moten changed the trajectory of his family with a new determination to be the best. “His attitude toward pretty much everything changed,” Smart said. One step Moten took to change himself was disassociating with the negative people back in his hometown. He said he saw that many of those people were doing the same things year after year with nothing better in their future. By doing better, he said he believed he could be an example that would encourage them to challenge themselves. Too many people doubted his capabilities when he was younger, telling him

what he couldn’t become, said Moten. Now, he uses his past to help local youth realize their true potential; he coaches youth football and basketball. “I coach because I love it,” Moten said. “I judge myself by how I help others reach their potential.” Moten doesn’t just help youth but also the Airmen around him.

“His goal is to further his education and show his daughter that he can be a better role model,” Smart said. “He’s been pushing all of our Airmen to do the same. He likes to do counseling sessions with them and tell them the benefits of having an education.” Moten is setting a standard for himself to also do great things. Currently pursuing his Bachelors of Science in computer information systems, Moten said he hopes to complete his master’s degree before he reaches 10 years in service. Although furthering his education is one of his goals, it’s not his only one. He said his ultimate goal is to own a clinic for troubled youth where they can gather to listen to speakers, find mentors, and learn a trade. “I don’t see a limit on my future,” Moten said. “I can be anything I want to be.”

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ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN

A CHARMING COLLEGE TOWN

love college towns. Some of my happiest and most memorable days were during my years in Madison at the University of Wisconsin. I return frequently and roam about the campus. I love to visit the old buildings, many of which are architectural masterpieces. I stop in at former hangouts. I reflect on old memories. The good ones have become integrated within me. The bad ones, I’ve discarded. Wisconsin and Michigan Universities are participants in America’s oldest college football team conference. Originally the Western Conference, the group was formed in 1895 when the president of Purdue University met with representatives of the University of Chicago, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Northwestern University to form the assemblage of rivals. Today’s Big Ten the conference consists of 14 members. The University of Michigan was considered our biggest rival. When Michigan came to town, our student body held huge rallies, bally-hoos, and occasional protests. I always wondered what it was like at the U of M. Recently, I found the answer. Ann Arbor was founded in 1824 when John Allen and Elisha Rumsey left Detroit on a one-horse sleigh and headed west to establish a new community. Originally registered as Annarbour, it is believed that the “Ann” honors their wives Ann and Mary Ann, and “arbour” refers to a grove in the Michigan woods where the women used to visit together. Eventually the words were separated and the town became known as Ann Arbor – it remains the only city in the world with that name.

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology at the University of Michigan. (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau) Home to the University of Michigan, the city contains more than 100 arts and entertainment venues, including theaters and fine arts museums – substantially more arts, culture, and fun spots than most cities of this size

Stuart J. Faber and Aunt Bea spots, and jazz joints. As each evening approached, we lazily strolled through the downtown region. Downtown Ann Arbor is the place to hang out.

Airports

Downtown Ann Arbor Shot of Main Street. (114,024) can claim. The football stadium, referred to as “The Big House,” seats 107,601 fans. The highest attendance recorded was during the 2013 clash with Notre Dame when 115,109 fans piled in. The population, 18 percent of which was born outside the United States, is packed into 28.2 square miles. More than 62 percent of these folks have a four-year college degree or more. Average age is 27.3 years. Ann Arbor has been voted as America’s Best Main Street by Fodor, among the 10 coolest towns in the Midwest by MSN travel as well as one of the top 10 college towns and most walkable cities.

A City of Diverse Neighborhoods

Ann Arbor is a city of neighborhoods. As I traveled through each, I remarked, “This one is the best.” That is, until I arrived at the next neighborhood. Eberwhite is a neighborhood, which maintains the spirit of the Westward Expansion, which originally led to the creation of the city. There is a mix of architectural styles surrounded by vast areas of outdoor space. Within the neighborhood is Eberwhite Woods, a dense forest of oak and hickory trees. Bach (for some reason, pronounced, Baw), is a quaint historic area close to downtown. Angell, named after a prior University of Michigan president, is primarily populated with student housing.

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The most expensive mansion-style homes in Ann Arbor are also in this area. Northwest Ann Arbor includes three neighborhoods: Wines is a hilly area with easy access to Bird Hills Nature Area and Bluffs Park. Abbot is another cozy, family friendly area. Haisley, a neighborhood of Cape Cod houses, is filled with gleefully screaming kids playing baseball, ice skating in the winter, and swimming in the summer. Beginning with the ‘60s and throughout the ‘80s, many folks, including me, lamented over the demise of downtowns. I grew up in a town approximately the size of Ann Arbor. When I was a kid, downtown was the place to go for shopping and business as well as Friday and Saturday night cruising. We all knew the shopkeepers by name. By the early ‘60s, many American downtowns succumbed to blight and abandonment. Brightly lit stores were shuttered. Prosperity was replaced with crime and squalor. Real estate values plummeted. In the late ‘80s, a few visionary developers and city leaders embarked on a program to rescue and restore downtowns to their original glory. Today, downtowns across the nation have experienced a welcomed renaissance. Ann Arbor is no exception. Main Street Ann Arbor and its tributaries have a variety of high quality and funky stores, art galleries, coffee shops, outdoor cafes, museums, and theaters. You can stop in at one of the many small breweries, wine tasting bars, folk music

Aviation was not born in Ann Arbor. But the region is brimming with aviation history. The venerable Willow Run Airport (KYIP) has been the subject of one of my previous columns. It was at Willow Run where the Ford Motor Company built more than 18,000 B-24 Liberators, (“Libs”). Now a museum, the remnants of the Willow Run assembly plant will delight any aviation enthusiast or WWII buff. You can fly into Willow Run and land on a runway that launched the test flights for the venerable Libs. Your choice is 5R/23L, 7,543 feet long; 5L/23R, 5,996 feet long; or 9/27, 7,292 feet long. The best FBO is Avflight, 734/482-2621. Ann Arbor Municipal Airport (KARB), at an elevation of 839 feet, is three miles south of town. Runway 6/24 is 3,505 feet long. If you love short turf strips, Runway 12/30 is 2,750 feet long. Ann Arbor Aviation Center, 734/6626808, has tie-downs, oxygen service, rental cars, and rental aircraft.

Hotels

Hotels include the traditional chain variety – comfortable but nothing spectacular. Near the university are the Holiday Inn & Suites, 3155 Boardwalk Dr., Ann Arbor, 734/213-1900 and the Sheraton Ann Arbor, 3200 Boardwalk Dr., Ann Arbor, 734/996-0600. Close to downtown is the Residence Inn by Marriott, 120 W. Huron St., Ann Arbor, 734/662-9999.

Dining

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Continiued from Page 29 ment. They receive no argument from me. Cuisine disciplines range from traditional Midwestern fare to Asian, Italian, French, Turkish, and Moroccan. Each meal we experienced was better than the one we savored the day before. Here are a few examples. Amadeus, 122 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor, 734/665-8767. Polish, Hungarian, Austrian, and other Eastern European dishes are served in an old world atmosphere â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and on weekends, with live classical music. I recommend the Polish plate with a sampler of grilled kielbasa, cabbage roll, and hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stew â&#x20AC;&#x201C; also the Hungarian goulash, which is classic hearty beef, pepper, and tomato stew served over pasta. Gratzi Restaurant, 326 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, 734/663-5555. In the glory days when movie theaters were architectural works of art, the Ann Arbor Orpheum Theater was built. Fortunately, it dodged the bullets of the wrecking crews and has been transformed into a magnificent restaurant. The food is even more spectacular than the real estate. The northern Italian cuisine choices of seafood risotto and lobster spaghetti are incredible. Veal Chop Parmigiana, grilled lamb chops, or char grilled branzino are not to be missed. Fleetwood Diner, 300 S. Ashley St., Ann Arbor, 734/995-5502, an Ann Arbor institution, was opened in 1948 as the Dagwood Diner. It is great for breakfast. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the Hippie Hash. Open 24 hours a day, you can get anything from pancakes to a steak at 3 p.m. or 3 a.m. Casablanca, 2333 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti, 734/961-7825. This is a familyowned, down-to-earth authentic Moroccan restaurant. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get enough of the hummus. A simple salad of tomatoes and onions, olive oil, and lemon juice imparted a texture and taste more elaborate than the simple ingredients would predict. Chicken tagine with olives and herbs was terrific. Slurping Turtle, 608 E. Liberty

Street, Ann Arbor, 734/887-6868. The owner-chef was born, raised, and trained in Japan. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that he commands one of the best sushi, Japanese, and Asian restaurants in the Midwest. We stopped in for lunch and enjoyed the fabulous Asian tapas, noodle dishes, fried Brussels sprouts with crispy shallots in soy sauce, and chicken fried in duck fat. Mani Osteria, 341 E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, 734/769-6700. I am not one given to hyperbole, but the pizza at Mani was the closest to the original, legendary pizza of Naples, Italy Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever experienced. The crust, meticulously fashioned with just the correct amount of water, combined with specially ground flour, then fired up in the scorching wood-burning oven, was as thin and crunchy as I ever remember. It was just the right sprinkling of superb pizza sauce and cheese. The salads, hand crafted pastas, fish, and short rib dishes were divine. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d consider a special trip for another meal. Adventura, 216 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor, 734/369-3153. Simple, traditional Spanish comfort food, including Basque pinxtos-skewered treats served on grilled bread. Tapas and paella were remarkable. The winner was the fish broth with mussels, clams, and monkfish.

and tasty corn dogs.

Things to See & Do

Yankee Air Museum (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau)

Grizzly Park (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau)

University Museum of Art, 525 S. State St., Ann Arbor, 734/764-0395. This 100,000-square- foot neoclassical building houses 18,000 works of art. The displays include more than 1,000 examples of African craftsmanship from metalwork to clothing, architectural elements, textiles, and ceramics.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau)

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Zingermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli, 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor, 734/663-3663. Local meats, including pork, beef, lamb, and goat are served. Vegetables are harvested daily from their own farms. Old time classics include Maryland jumbo lump blue crab cakes, macaroni and cheese, Carolina BBQ, outstanding fried chicken,

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Ypsilantiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s automotive stories of Chevrolet Corvair, Tucker, Hudson, Kaiser-Frazer, and General Motors Hydra-matic. Displays include Motor State, which held patents on power convertible tops and the Ford Motor Company Generator Plant. The Gerald R. Ford Library, 1000 Beal Ave., Ann Arbor, 734/205-0555, collects archival materials on U.S. foreign and domestic issues. There are more than 20 million pages of memos, letters, meeting notes, and other documents, including a collection of 1974-77 presidential papers. University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Ave., Ann Arbor, 734/764-0478, should not be missed, even for guys like me who do not love museums. Four floors of exhibits include one of the largest displays of dinosaurs in the U.S. Plus, there are exhibits of Michigan wildlife, anthropology, and geology. Kids and adults can observe live demonstrations and explore dinosaur exhibits, a living lab, and a planetarium. You can also schedule a birthday for kids of any age. Hands-on Museum, 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor, 734/995-5439. This is one of the most unique and educational museums Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen. Every child should have an opportunity to experience this living treasure. The museum offers more than 250 interactive exhibits where visitors of all ages can study the wonders of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Continued on Page 32

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Total year-end sales exceed $2.2 billion in 2016; fourth-quarter sales show increase over previous three quarters. The Aircraft Electronics Association released its 2016 year-end Avionics Market Report. Total worldwide business and general aviation avionics sales for the year amounted to $2,261,534,820, or more than $2.2 billion. The figure represented a 6.4 percent decrease in sales compared to the previous year as reported by the participating companies in 2015. It was the lowest dollar amount of reported sales since 2012, which was the first year the AEA began tracking sales. Note that the 2016 year-end totals do not exactly equal the sum of the four quarterly amounts as reported earlier in the year. This variance is the result of seasonally adjusted year-end numbers by some of the participants. In addition, the number of companies that participate in the AEA Avionics Market Report may change on a quarterly and/or annual basis. This may occur due to mergers and acquisitions during the year along with new companies participating in the reporting process. Any comparative analysis of the data should take this variance into consideration. The dollar amount reported (using net sales price, not manufacturer’s suggested retail price) includes: all business and general aviation aircraft electronic sales––including all component and accessories in cockpit/cabin/software upgrades/portables/certified and noncertified aircraft electronics; all hardware (tip to tail); batteries; and chargeable product upgrades from the participating manufacturers. The amount does not include repairs and overhauls, extended warranty, or subscription services. Of the more than $2.2 billion in sales in 2016, 50.6 percent came from forward-fit (avionics equipment installed by airframe manufacturers during original production)

sales, or more than $1.14 billion. That marked the lowest dollar amount of forward-fit sales recorded in the last four years. By contrast, the retrofit (avionics equipment installed after original production) market showed an increase in its percentage of total sales for the fourth straight year. Retrofit sales amounted to 49.4 percent of sales in 2016, while the retrofit market accounted for 49.1 percent of total sales in 2015; 48.6 percent of total sales in 2014 and 45.9 percent of total sales in 2013. According to the companies that separated their total sales figures between North America (U.S. and Canada) and other international markets, 66.3 percent of the 2016 sales volume occurred in North America (U.S. and Canada), while 33.7 percent took place in other international markets. “It is disappointing that total worldwide sales have decreased in each of the last two years,” said AEA President Paula Derks. “However, we did see some progress made in the fourth quarter. This marks the second straight year where the fourth quarter was the strongest period for sales, so it will be interesting to observe whether those late-year surges continue into future years. We are also seeing an increasing amount of sales taking place in the retrofit market, which increased its percentage of total sales for the fourth straight year. In fact, the fourth quarter of 2016 was only the second quarterly period where the majority of sales took place in the retrofit market.” Below is a review of the year-end totals for the five-year history of the AEA Avionics Market Report. Participating companies began separating total sales into retrofit/forward-fit sales in 2013. More information about the AEA

Avionics Market Report is available online at www.aea.net/marketreport.

History and Background Information:

The AEA first introduced its Avionics Market Report March 26, 2013, during the 56th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nev. Prior to 2012, there never had been an effort to capture the true dollar size of the business and general aviation avionics market. The concept to produce the AEA Avionics Market Report began in April 2012, when the AEA formed an ad hoc committee comprised of representatives of avionics manufacturers to create a tool for strategic planning and examining market share. “This report provides valuable information to promote the business and general aviation avionics industry to investors and inform elected officials of its global economic value,” Derks said when the report was first introduced. To ensure confidentiality, the participating manufacturing companies submit their sales figures to an independent thirdparty firm retained to produce the AEA Avionics Market Report. The companies currently participating in the report include: • ALTO Aviation • Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp. • Appareo • Aspen Avionics • BendixKing • Cool City Avionics • FreeFlight Systems • Garmin • Genesys Aerosystems • Gogo Business Aviation • Honeywell Business & General

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most popular trips includes a two-mile excursion through Argo Pond, paddling down the exciting Argo Cascades and ending with a relaxing cruise down the river current back to Gallup Park.

Grizzly Park (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau)

Continued from Page 30 Argo Canoe Livery, 1055 Longshore Dr., Ann Arbor, 734/794-6241. On the Huron River shorefront, Argo rents canoes, kayaks, five-person rafts, tubes, and stand-up paddleboards. One of the

Shopping

There is an abundance of one-of-a-kind shops and boutiques. Shinola, 301 S. Main Street, 634/389-7013, is an American luxury store specializing in U.S.-manufactured watches, bicycles, and leather goods. Aunt Agatha’s Kaleidoscope, 213 S. 4thAve.,Ann Arbor, 734/769-1114, is an old-fashioned bookstore brimming with new and used

Aviation Jupiter Avionics Latitude Technologies L3 Aviation Products Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics • PS Engineering • Rockwell Collins • Sandia Aerospace • Shadin Avionics • Trig Avionics • Universal Avionics Systems Corp. The number of companies that participate in the AEA Avionics Market Report may change on a quarterly and/or annual basis. This may occur due to mergers and acquisitions during the year along with new companies participating in the reporting process. Any comparative analysis of the data should take this variance into consideration. All dollar amounts noted are U.S. dollars. The AEA Avionics Market Report should not be considered a predictive indicator of future industry sales activity. The circumstances discussed in the report may not occur in future time periods, and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting the AEA Avionics Market Report and the companies that participate in the report. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forwardlooking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and the Aircraft Electronics Association, along with the participating companies in the AEA Avionics Market Report, undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. For more information, visit www.aea.ne. • • • •

Downtown Shopping (Courtesy of Ann Arbor Convention and Visitors Bureau)

mystery and crime books. Himalayan Bazaar, 218 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, 734/997-7229 sells gifts and gear from Nepal. Motawi Tileworks, 170 Enterprise Drive, Ann Arbor, 634/213-0017, sells gorgeous handcrafted tiles and unique clocks.

Ann Arbor delivers most of the attractions of a large city without the bad aspects. Within a comfortable radius are safe, friendly neighborhoods, easy-tonavigate streets, and plenty of great food, culture, nightlife, and outdoor recreation. I loved strolling around the University of Michigan campus. Lately, whenever I visit a college town, the students seem to be younger than they appeared on previous visits. I wonder why.

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FLYING HOME, A THREE-DAY LOCAL HOLIDAY

With Private Pilot, Ana Carolina Uribe And, Denise Rae Donegan, a Storyteller.

Boulder Creek, California My name is Denise, and I'm a storyteller. My stories are other people's stories. My stories revolve around the creative souls who inspire. We are here to connect, Face to Face, for as long and as often as we can with our neighbors, strangers, family, and friends. HERE. Now. I believe that Home is where the Heart is. I make it a habit to Live LOCAL wherever I am. I respect my Home, and know if I care for it, it will forever give back.

My amazing friend and Women of Aviation Worldwide Pilot, Ana Caroline Uribe, is the recipient of the Jefferson Award for public service for bringing women into the world of aviation. Ana and I have charted a mid-flying adventure out of the San Carlos (Calif.) Airport. Our tours will begin and end with Ana taking us around this lovely state of ours in her red, white, and blue, Piper Aircraft. Our mission is to meet and connect with interesting people, hear stories, share adventures, creating new ones of our own, while educating and inspiring others along the way. Once arriving in Monterey, pick up a car and head to Boulder Creek in the Santa Cruz Mountains. First Stop: Go to Loulou’s Griddle in the Middle on the Old Pier in Monterey and enjoy a bowl of Chef Benito’s awardwinning Clam Chowder; I suggest the one in a Big Sourdough Bread Bowl. It’s fun to deconstruct the chowder soaked bread while devouring the bowl. Say, “HI” to Loulou, Benito, and Grace and stroll around the pier until they call you back when your table is ready. Here you can watch locals, near and far, enjoy an array of water sports such as scuba diving, boating, and paddle boarding. You may even spot a platoon of Naval Post Grads doing PT along the beach while the otters are playing in the surf. Next Stop: Hotel 1110 aka ELEVEN 10 Stop, take a look, and stay a night.

Room 307. A split bedroom suite where you can soak in a hot bathtub while keeping an eye on the warm glow of the fireplace, sip some of our a local wines, and enjoy the soft colors and vines that hang effortlessly in the private courtyard below. Relax as you feel yesterday’s tension evaporate from your body and dream about the grand Redwoods, mountains, and rivers of Boulder Creek. After your soak, take a nap and head up to the Rooftop Bar before tomorrow’s Big adventure at Little Basin State Park. Destination: Boulder Creek, California. My Home. Nestled within the Santa Cruz Mountains, in the San Lorenzo Valley. Boulder Creek is a small town like no other. A town where locals, near and far stop at American Gas to grab a cup of coffee, share stories with Chris, Lisa, Continued on Page 34

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ome base for me is Savannah, Ga., where there is a constant stream of F-18s and the occasional Harrier or F-35. Every once in a while, though, the Air Force comes over to train in the offshore-restricted airspace, and they bring T-38s, F-15s, and F-22s. When the regular jets take off, they make lots of noise and scoot off towards the horizon, shrinking rapidly as they climb away, more interested in speed than in altitude. Not so the F-22s. They break ground about the same spot as the other jets, hesitate a moment, and then they pull up into ridiculously steep climbs. From near my hangar, I can’t tell the angle, but I would not be surprised if it were 60 degrees or so. One morning, one of them was having too much fun––in that steep climb, he rolled right 270 degrees, then pulled back on the stick (a modified John Derry turn, for you aficionados) so that he leveled off upside down, then rolled right side up. Why? Keeps from getting a bunch of negative Gs on the level off. Why? Because he can! Why? Because he’s an arrogant SOB! I wish I could do that in my planes. In reality, I no longer have enough adrenaline to fly that maneuver, even if I once did, and I no longer have the desire to ride along, as aging nibbles away at me. But I do like to watch it. ••••• I almost did something really stupid the other day––actually, I did, but I got away with it––and that got me thinking

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Continued from Page 33 Mike, Jonny, Chuck, and Jan, as well as all of the town’s amazing people. Fill up your propane and gas tanks here and pick up some essentials before making the short and windy drive up to Little Basin, a 15- minute drive, give or take. Here, at the corner of Highway 9 and Big Basin – Highway 236, you’re at the center of our great town. Stop, talk, and take a look around at the amazing souls that surround you. Boulder Creek Rednecks Rock! Here you can grab a beer and a slice at a fabulous family restaurant in the center of town, Boulder Creek Pizza, which is directly across Highway 9 from American Gas. Fuel up with some goods at Jonnie’s Super, check out Scopazzo’s, or pick up a burrito or two at Taqueria Los Amigos, fol-

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that when I fly, I really need to bring my “A” game every time. And it’s more fun when you do. The RV-8 needed a little more gas this afternoon, so I did the manly thing… instead of taxiing to the gas pits, I took off on Runway 19, circled to Runway 28 and made a beautiful landing––no bounce, exactly on the right edge of the centerline stripe so that I didn’t hit the centerline lights with the tailwheel, and then taxied to the gas pits. Of course, I had to taxi past my takeoff point, but still… The A game is always satisfying.

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As I deal with the occasional blahs that are not uncommon with the recently retired, I wanted to do a little bit more with the RV-8 than just precision takeoffs and landings. After three spinal surgeries, though, I’m severely limited in my G tolerance because my spine can’t take the load. And although there are a bunch of interesting stall exploration exercises I’ve thought up and want to explore, I’m not willing to attempt those because of the possibility of a spin. The spin itself is no big deal, but it would be easy for a spin recovery to require three Gs, something I really need to avoid. But an aileron roll is pretty easy and low G. Build up a little extra speed, pull the nose up a little way above the horizon, push the stick over, wait for the world to get right side up again, and then recover from a shallow dive. Typically, this is two Gs on the pullup and the same on the

recovery––no big deal. And I’ve done 2G turns post surgery. What could go wrong? The pullup was no big deal, but as I pushed the stick over for left aileron, I felt a pain in my ribs on the right side. What??? It was easier to continue the maneuver than to stop it at knife-edge (90 degrees), so I just went on around until the horizon was back in its normal place. The pain continued for a few days at a low to moderate level, and I think I figured out what caused it. The most recent spinal surgery I had is called extreme lateral inter-body fusion (XLIF), a relatively new procedure. The key idea of this is that instead of going at the spine from the back and traumatizing all of the muscles along the spine, they go in through the ribs on the side, behind the peritoneal cavity and access the spine from the side. Even though the surgical wound had long since healed, somehow the rib muscles and their friends didn’t like it when I pushed the stick hard to the left––and I didn’t push all that hard, at least, I didn’t think so. The bottom line is that my A game is limited in a way that I didn’t know about. My repertoire of aerial maneuvering is becoming more limited (2G means no aerobatics, no seaplanes because of jarring on water operations), and as written about some time ago, my cognitive skills are at the very top of pilots in my age group, but compared to pilots in their 30s, my skills are only slightly above average. Aging is setting in, new limitations are popping up all over, and I need to keep my judgment well ahead of my lim-

At tonight’s EAA chapter gathering (no longer called a meeting, and no business meeting!), the speakers via telephone were two gentlemen from AOPA talking about the new BasicMed, or FAR 68 for the FAR aficionados. BasicMed is an alternative to the third class medical, and the advantages are that the time between physical exams stretches out to four years, and that special issuance medical conditions no longer require onerous and expensive exams to renew your medical. However, you still need to see a doctor and do all the FAA-required checks, so that’s probably not a savings, and a new requirement is that you have to do an hour-long online medical course every two years. That’s a nuisance, but there is so much to learn that is not common knowledge. For example, 24 hours is not long enough to get all medications out of your system. One rule of thumb is five times the dosing interval. So if you take a pill every 12 hours, don’t fly for 60 hours after taking the last pill. Y’all be careful out there… and not arrogant.

lowed by a soft cone at Foster’s Freeze while you let your inner child free. If you like your pipe, see Sean at BC Vapors or Jeff and crew at Creekside Collective; Here, you may find a Compassion Jar rather than a jar for tips. Take in the energy at the Boulder Creek Roasting Company and enjoy a steaming cup of one of their many coffee selections while soaking in the vibe of Boulder Creek from town folks and the living Redwood tree within. Here you can relax and take a minute to embrace your soul. Alli, Rosemary, and the others will greet you with a warm smile while you fuel up and plan your day. Kick off your shoes and walk across the sands at The Junction – it’s just a short walk from here. Then meander over to The Dam for a spell to take in the stunning

views down river. If you hear a Pterodactyl sound, don’t be alarmed. It’s probably Albert, our local albino peacock. Little Basin State Park is California’s newest state park. It’s located three miles down from California’s oldest state park, Big Basin. Last year, my fiancée, Chris, and I moved to Boulder Creek and had an unforgettable opportunity to work for Heather and Jay at Little Basin for nine months as Volunteer Camp Hosts. We had a blast living at Jerry’s Joint, Cabin 17. Before you leave downtown, you may want to stop by one of our two hardware stores to pick up anything you need before heading up the hill to Little Basin. Little Basin was once home to Hewlett Packard’s Retreat Center and continues to be a stomping ground for brilliant minds alike. Here you will find beautifully main-

tained campsites and cabins, a large recreational center, dishwashing stations, a stunning arbor, and an outdoor theater, along with a beautiful herd of deer and frogs, hiking trails, bird and star watching, and Wolf School, Web of Life Field School, an amazing outdoor educational facility! Keep in mind Little Basin’s campsite is “crumb clean” to help protect the endangered Marbled Murrelet. Inside Little Basin’s office hangs Hewlett Packard’s Garage Rules. Go on a nature hike with Dingo, Claire aka Bee, Tree TOP, Carlie, Typhoon, and the other fabulous naturalists here at Little Basin. The nighttime hikes are out of this world! Venus and Mars make regular appearances along with a stunning array of constellations Continued on Page 39

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GEICO SKYTYPERS AIR SHOW TEAM ANNOUNCES BUSY 2017 SCHEDULE

The GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team will soon take flight at some of the nation's top airshows. The season kicks off in April and wraps up in November with can't-miss special events planned for several weekends. “The SNJs flown by our team were originally used as training aircraft for WWII pilots,” said Team Flight Lead, Larry Arken. “We consider it an honor to demonstrate the amazing abilities of these vintage warbirds on behalf of our sponsor, GEICO, while sharing a bit of aviation history. Despite being 75 years old, the SNJ2 is a testament to the engineering genius of the Greatest Generation. These aircraft are a dream to fly.” The diamond formation for the GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team crosses in a head-on encounter with the solos during their airshow demonstration. During the GEICO Skytypers 2017 airshow season, the team will perform with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels at select airshows. The Skytypers utilize the Navy's variant of the Texan T-6 training aircraft, the SNJ, to perform at airshows. The GEICO Skytypers fly six SNJs powered by 600-horsepower Pratt and Whitney engines. As training aircraft, the SNJ can perform all the maneuvers of a

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fighter plane but at slower speeds. A majority of the team's low-level flying demonstration takes place in front of the crowd. The historic sound of the vintage engines fills the air as the team demonstrates more than 20 different tactical maneuvers. The “Skytypers” portion of the team name stems from its unique style of creating giant messages in the sky. Flying five aircraft in a tight, line-abreast formation, the planes coordinate in typing dot matrix-style messages with environmentally friendly puffs of white smoke. A computer located in the lead aircraft utilizes a custom-programmed tablet to send commands to the other planes via radio signals. The result is astonishing to behold. Messages can be seen from 15 miles away in any direction with 20-25 characters generated in less than two minutes. Individual letters can be as tall as the Empire State Building. “Our pilots deliver crowd-pleasing performances at every event we attend,” said pilot and marketing officer, Steve Kapur. “While we clearly enjoy flying our demonstration, the best part is meeting airshow fans from the youngest of future aviators to veterans who trained in our aircraft.”

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Continued from Page 28 development office in Beijing for general aviation. About a year ago, we did that under the auspices of a university there that is well known, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. We have been assisting them in developing aviation business in China. Our program is to provide them with the ability to develop the infrastructure that is required for general aviation in China. They are building 300 general aviation airports, and they need everything, FBOs, flight schools, etc. to jumpstart their economy by building an aggressive general aviation industry. So we’ve been working for some time with the Chinese people trying to build that industry. That is what led to the aviation business conference that is going to take place later this month. They have 300 airports right now, but there is a fiveyear plan. By 2020, there will be 500 general aviation airports in China. IFU: Are other businesses involved in this project with China? How did you get the opportunity to host this event? TA: It came about because of our relationships with the Chinese people involved through the university. One of the professors we are working with there is a consultant for the Chinese government on aviation

matters. Through our collaboration, we decided that we needed to have an aviation conference so that we could introduce United States aviation business leaders to the Chinese people so that they can learn how the government works over there and so they can improve their sales program and facilities in China. This conference is designed to teach us how to do business with China. We want flight schools, FBOs, and people in every aviation discipline to come and talk to these folks and learn how to do it. Part of the conference is a trade show taking place right in our hangar, so Americans can come and talk to the people of China and learn a lot. IFU: How many are expected to attend the event? TA: From China, we are expecting at least 35, probably more. They are key and critical to China aviation and building the infrastructure. They come from key companies, so we have a lot of key people coming, most notably Dr. Yuanyang Gao, Director of General Aviation Industry Research at Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. IFU: Will there be any key Americans at this event? TA: We are expecting 30-40 American companies to come to our trade

Joining the GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team at select events will be the Miss GEICO offshore racing team. The high-powered catamaran has won eight world championships with its 50-foot Victory watercraft powered by twin 1650 stern drives producing more than 3,300 hp. The solo aircraft from the Skytypers will race against their water-bound rival in an air vs. sea duel while battling waves and winds in an attempt to cross the finish line first.

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Melbourne, FL Melbourne Air & Space Show April 7-9 Lakeland, FL Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In & Expo April 29-30 MCAS Beaufort, SC 2017 MCAS Beaufort Airshow May 6-7 Ft. Lauderdale, FL FORD Lauderdale Air Show May 13-14 Pittsburgh, PA Wings Over Pittsburgh 2017 May 20-21 Quonset, RI Rhode Island National Guard Open House Air Show May 27-28 Jones Beach, NY Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach State Park

show. There are suppliers, flight schools, maintenance companies, and a wide array of general aviation companies coming to discuss with their Chinese counterparts how to build infrastructure for general aviation in China. They will talk about how to build an FBO and all of the aspects of general aviation they need to develop. As for notable Americans, we have a speaker, Fred Latuperissa, Director of International Trade Administration. He is based in Ontario, about eight miles away from us. He will be speaking at the Tuesday-night dinner. Doug Jenkins, a supervisor from the County of San Bernardino, is going to make a presentation to the group. He has been trying to develop all kinds of business between China and the people of San Bernardino County. We have several economic folks from Peter Druker University discussing how to conduct international business with China and the legal ramifications of different operations. They will discuss different licenses you have to obtain to do business with that country. We have an aircraft manufacturer coming to speak. We have someone from the U.S. Embassy in China, and the list goes on and on. IFU: Why is it important that we as

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Reading, PA Mid-Atlantic Air Museum 27th Annual WWII Weekend June 17-18 Ocean City, MD Ocean City Air Show Dayton, OH June 24-25 Vectren Dayton Air Show Aug 12-13 Westfield, MA Westfield International Air Show Aug 23 Atlantic City, NJ 2017 Atlantic City Airshow Presented by GEICO Sept 9-10 Newburgh, NY New York Air Show Sept 16-17 Andrews AFB, MD Joint Base Andrews Air Show 2017 Nov 10-11 NAS Pensacola, FL NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show For more information, www.geicoskytypers.com.

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Americans pay attention to the general aviation growth in China? TA: We are the only country that can do this. China looks at the United States and recognizes that. Since World War II, China has looked at us as a model. Our industry has grown astronomically, and we have 5,000 general aviation airports. General aviation companies generate several hundred billion a year into the economy. We are a big part of the economy. China looks at that and says, “That really helped the U.S. grow their economy.” They want to model that into the same thing over there and put their economic growth on the fast track. Because it is such a huge country with so many people in it, they recognize that that will help them. IFU: What is the expected growth of the industry there over the next several years, and how are you continuing to support them? TA: They have acquired several manufacturers to stimulate the growth of general aviation. This is unchartered territory for us. We are new to this as well. We are trying to be a facilitator to help build the Chinese industry, which does good things for the U.S. companies. IFU: What plans do you have after Continued on Page 37

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Here's the rundown of the AOPA April Fly-In at Camarillo Airport (KMCA) Now in their fourth year, AOPA has expanded its fly-ins to two-day events. That's two days of workshops and seminars, vendors and aircraft displays, and all things general aviation, plus great food and music – fun for you and the whole family! Friday, April 28: New! Intensive Hands-on Workshops and Evening Festivities These all-day workshops cover a range of topics to help you deepen your skills as a pilot. Pre-registration is required (tuition fees apply). If you haven’t been in the cockpit for a while, join us for our Rusty Pilots seminar. Also, we’re opening the Exhibit Hall with a happy hour for you to socialize with our exhibitors, as well as other pilots, plus you won’t want to miss the spectacular Aircraft Display and AOPA Village. Our ‘can’t miss’ Barnstormers Party, presented by Jeppesen, tops off the evening with great music, food, and fun Saturday, April 29: Exhibits, Free

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Seminars, Fly-Outs, and More Start your Saturday with a hearty pancake breakfast at the airport. Then shop in the Exhibit Hall, get up close to some of the coolest aircraft, grab some lunch, and take part in fun and educational seminars, including information on drones, and our ever popular Rusty Pilots seminar. We’ll also feature an Aircraft Sellers Corral and a Kids Zone – all new this year. And to enhance your AOPA Fly-In experience even further, be sure to join us later in the day for fly-outs to nearby destinations. Specific fly-out details will be coming soon! Have we convinced you? Great! Let us know you are coming! Not quite convinced? Visit www.aopa.org for more information. Start planning now for a spring weekend of flying, friends, food, and fun!

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Continued from Page 36 this event in terms of working with China? TA: We will continue developing and connecting Chinese companies with investors. That is why the conference has been developed by us. It is definitely becoming a sponge for the Chinese who are based here in America to use it as a conduit to further their own business here in America. It is going both ways. There will be a second one. IFU: What activities do you have planned during the conference? TA: They arrive at the Embassy Suites in Brea on Friday. On Saturday morning, they will go on a tour bus to Rosamond where there is a Sky Park. This is something new for the Chinese, where you can live in a house, and your garage is a hangar for your airplane, and you can take off at anytime. It’s a beautiful thing. That day happens to be the third annual LA Airshow. They will be there from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m and will walk around the grounds of the airport until the Thunderbirds fly, and that will impress them, I hope. Later, they will eat at the Sky Park. An attorney and a pilot will work with them and discuss investing in land to buy a community center for the airport that is aviation themed. They will have Sunday

off, and I think they like shopping. Monday is the conference day, and Tuesday is the expo day in the hangar. The jets being worked on will be the backdrop to it all. We have great eye candy coming. Jerri Bergen of Victory Girl who does nose art for planes will be there showing her work. After the expo, there will be a beautiful dinner at the Planes of Fame Museum, which is worth visiting in and of itself. The rest of the days will be filled with great speakers and a visit to the Museum of Flight. We’re trying to show the investors and officials who are coming as many facets of general aviation as we can. We are going to take them to as many GA airports as we can, including Santa Monica and Long Beach. We are trying to culturally immerse them in general aviation. We have been hard at this work with China for 18 months now. They are going to grow as they work with American general aviation companies. They are coming to us to learn how to do it right and to learn from our smarts. IFU: How can people attend the event? TA: All are welcome to attend. It is a nominal fee of $100 to attend. For more information, visit www.flytti.com. IFU: Thank you!

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Red, White, and Boom! Celebrating the Sonic Boom 70th Anniversary, the United States Air Force Thunderbirds Jet Demonstration Team will blast through the Lancaster skies at the Los Angeles County Air Show, presented by Lockheed Martin on Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26, 2017 at General William J. Fox Airfield in Lancaster. General admission gates open at 9 a.m. Kids five and under are free. You must go online to print free kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tickets. For a limited time, discount tickets are available at lacountyairshow.com. In addition to the USAF Thunderbirds demonstration, spectators will enjoy the day with world-renowned performers, WWII Warbirds, skydivers, and pyrotechnics, not to mention the static displays and interactive STEM educational exhibition that you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see anywhere else. Some of the line-up includes: â&#x20AC;˘ Greg â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wiredâ&#x20AC;? Coyler in his Lockheed T-33 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ace Maker â&#x20AC;˘ Vicky Benzing in her 1940 Boeing Stearman â&#x20AC;˘ Bill Stein precision aerobatics in a colorful Zivko Edge 540

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â&#x20AC;˘ MDD F-15C Eagle NASA â&#x20AC;˘ Lockheed L-12A Electra Jr. â&#x20AC;˘ Eurocopter MH-65 Dolphin US Coast Guard â&#x20AC;˘ Cessna 182 Skylane Civil Air Patrol â&#x20AC;˘ Airbus Helicopter AS350 B2 A-Star Los Angeles Sheriff Department â&#x20AC;˘ Republic RC-3 Seabee â&#x20AC;˘ Lockheed L-18 Lodestar â&#x20AC;˘ And so much more! Nowhere in the world will you find five impressive Aeronautical History Panels, which include: â&#x20AC;˘ Out of the Black; The First Flight of the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth â&#x20AC;˘ Breaking Barriers: Women in Aviation â&#x20AC;˘ Free Falling from Space â&#x20AC;˘ Going Downtown â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Air War in Vietnam â&#x20AC;˘ White Knights and Starry Skies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Voyage Toward Civilian Space Travelers This year, the charming all-female vocal group, Satin Dollz from Hollywood, will perform on Saturday. So, get there early! You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss them! Volunteers are still needed! It takes the entire community to put on the airshow, and if you would like to volunteer and be a part of it, you will have a great time. Sign up online under the Volunteer link. Thanks to the following sponsors for their support of the 2017 LA County Air Show: Lockheed Martin (Presenting Title Sponsor); Northrop Grumman, City of

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MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND NBAA REGIONAL FORUM WORTH, TEXAS ON MARCH 23

Every Fall, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) brings together approximately 25,000 national and international business aviation stakeholders for the premier event focused on all aspects of our vital and diverse industry. For those unable to make the annual trek to the convention, however, NBAA also hosts three Regional Forums annually, in different locations throughout the country, providing local venues for aviation professionals to network and expand their knowledge about the issues affecting business aviation. The first NBAA Regional Forum of 2017, held Jan. 26 at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), set a record for the venue with more than 2,400 attendees, a sold-out floor with 145 exhibitors and a static display featuring 28 aircraft and six ground vehicles. NBAA's second Regional Forum for 2017 is just around the corner, taking place March 23 at Fort Worth Meacham Airport (FTW) in Fort Worth, TX. Each Regional Forum brings together local business aircraft owners, operators, manufacturers, customers, and other business aviation professionals to share knowledge, discuss issues affecting the region, and learn how business aviation can help companies succeed. These important gatherings take place at some of the most accessible airports and FBOs across the country, and feature a static display of approximately 30 business aircraft of various sizes and missions, offering the opportunity for potential buyers and operators to compare and examine cuttingedge business aircraft, side-by-side, in one location. In the Forums’ exhibit halls, more than 100 vendor exhibits provide the opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers to showcase their latest aviation equipment, products and services, and are available to answer questions for interested parties. In addition, NBAA’s Regional Forums combine educa-

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Continued from Page 34 and shooting stars. Stop. Breathe. Look around, take another breath, and repeat. Little Basin State Park is magic. I enjoy listening to other’s share their tales as much as I enjoy spinning my own. Have a blast. Be a kid. Let your

tional experiences with networking, static displays of aircraft and vendor exhibits to offer a comprehensive view of the business aviation industry, locally, in a single day.

Regional Forums Address Local and National Concerns

Perhaps most important, however, is the role these gatherings also serve to underscore the importance of business aviation to local leaders in business and government, as it positively impacts communities by aiding companies in efficiently performing day-to-day operations, generating new jobs, and spurring economic activity and local investment. Every NBAA Regional Forum includes participation by important local, state, and even national leaders, providing a vital opportunity for business aviation stakeholders to engage with these representatives on critical matters for the industry. For example, the timing and location for the Palm Beach forum in late January provided the opportunity to discuss the Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) scheduled to take effect when President Donald Trump is at his Mar-a-Lago residence, located 2.1 nautical miles from PBI. NBAA added a special pop-up education session to discuss the changes operators could expect. Robert Berlucchi, FAA air traffic manager at PBI, told the standing-room-only crowd, “The Secret Service has been very supportive and understanding of the impact to the ‘good guys,’” a reference to the entrepreneurs and companies that rely on business aviation. Berlucchi also acknowledged that NBAA and others successfully advocated increasing the number of gateway airports for accessing PBI; at the same time, he also noted that some elements of the TFR remain less than ideal, including gateway screening that will only be available during the restrictions between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., and a requirement for operators to provide imagination soar. How to get there: Getting to and from Monterey to Little Basin is a breeze. I personally enjoy driving from Monterey to Boulder Creek by way of our coastal Highway 1 and heading up the mountain to Empire Grade via Bonny Doon Road near the tiny town of Davenport.

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Fort Worth Regional Forum to Examine Priorities for Local Operators

the political outlook for business aviation in 2017, including what a changing administration in Washington, DC, will mean on such key industry issues as FAA reauthorization. Bolen will also discuss what NBAA members can do to remain engaged with state and local leaders on efforts to make Texas a more business-friendly state for general aviation. Additional sessions taking place at the Fort Worth Regional Forum will address regulatory guidance and industry best-practices for crafting aircraft leasing structures; a discussion about business aviation safety, including practical considerations such as risk management and operational control, and implementation of safety management systems (SMS); and human resources policies to protect companies and their employees. The future will also be in focus, as the Love Field Pilots Association (LFPA) and the North Texas Business Aviation Association (NTBAA) will join with other local and regional aviation groups throughout the day in hosting Student Sessions, where industry panelists will offer their insights about the many opportunities available to students interested in pursuing business aviation careers. Every Regional Forum is an event featuring strong participation, a robust lineup of products, dozens of airplanes, and local policymakers on hand to recognize the industry’s value. NBAA looks forward to an impressive gathering of the business aviation community in Fort Worth, as well as at the final Regional Forum for 2017 that will take place Sept. 7 at MorristownAirport (MMU) in Morristown, N.J. Mark your calendars now to attend one or both of these important educational and outreach events that demonstrate the size, scope, and strength of this vital American industry. For more information, visit www.nbaa.org.

Davenport is 11 miles north of Santa Cruz and is filled with quiet grandeur. Stop for a bite at the Whale City Café or The Road House, sip some wines at Bonny Doon and Beauregard Wineries along the way, and don’t forget to make your way down to the beach to catch a glimpse of our local’s while they

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24 hours’ notice prior to departure. “This is step one for four or eight years,” he said. “All processes will be reviewed and refined, if able, with TFR experience and data. Safety, the requirements for the president’s mission and the impact on stakeholders and the local community are all priorities.” National issues are also in focus at these regional events. In Palm Beach, NBAA President and CEO, Ed Bolen, noted that, with a new Congress and new presidential administration in place, “consequential change is in the air” on policies affecting the industry. Reminding attendees that the issue of privatizing ATC and funding it with user fees is likely to come up again in FAA reauthorization discussions, Bolen also urged attendees to use NBAA’s online Contact Congress tool to tell elected officials that privatizing ATC – and creating an airlinecentric board to oversee it – would have a detrimental impact on business aviation. “We’re an essential and good industry,” he said. “We have over one million people in our industry. We have the opportunity to shape our destiny. If we don’t make our voices heard, then people are not going to understand the value business aviation provides.” The Palm Beach event also kicked off NBAA’s 70th anniversary year, an impressive milestone that Bolen noted also serves as a time to reflect on the past and look toward the future. In the past year, the industry has lost aviation leaders such asArnold Palmer, Bob Hoover, Gene Cernan, and John Glenn, a reminder “that a torch is being passed, and we have an opportunity to carry on their legacy by getting involved,” Bolen said.

On March 23 in Fort Worth, Bolen will provide attendees with an update regarding

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

RNAV PROBLEMS? REALLY ANYTHING NEW?

With the improvement of navigational capabilities, Area Navigation (RNAV) and Required Navigation Performance (RNP) operations have become routine procedures for performing many terminal instrument approaches. RNAV and RNP together compose Performance Based Navigation (PBN), which uses satellites and onboard equipment for navigation procedures that are more precise and accurate than standard avionics and ground-based navigation aids.1 PBN is so named because the types of routes and procedures an aircraft can fly are dependent upon the performance level of equipment and pilot training.1 RNAV permits aircraft to fly any desired flight path within the coverage of groundbased or space-based navigation aids, within the limits of aircraft avionics, or with a combination of these. RNP is a more advanced form of RNAV that includes an onboard performance monitoring and alerting capability.1 The use of RNAV and RNP terminal approach procedures has grown. As of Publication Cycle Jan. 5, 2017, the FAA Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) Inventory Summary lists a total of 6,837 RNAV charts comprising 14,932 unique sets of approach minimums.2 With expanded use of these procedures, new problems and concerns arise. ASRS receives reports that indicate pilots experience common RNAV problems. While RNAV technology may be relatively new and still evolving, a large portion of reported problems appear to have roots in the basic knowledge and fundamentals of instrument flight. This month, CALLBACK examines reports depicting issues that crews encounter with RNAV operations in the terminal environment.

The Unexpected RNAV Excursion – Back to Basics I

This air carrier crew entered the RNAV approach that they intended to fly into their FMS. An unexpected turn during the approach started the next unwelcome turn of events.

• I was the pilot flying. The pilot monitoring had loaded the full RNAV (GPS) RWY 34R approach. After being cleared for the approach, we got established on the inbound course. Without notification the aircraft began a right turn. Realizing that the aircraft had begun to turn, we disconnected the autopilot and attempted hand flying the aircraft back onto course. Realizing that I was descending, I began to increase power and climb the aircraft. In the descent, a TERRAIN WARNING aural alert sounded, and a go-around and missed approach were initiated. Storms in the area had created a very high workload. The turn was caused by a full procedure turn that had been included during the FMS setup for the approach that should not have been there. The excessive descent was caused by a work overload for myself as the pilot flying.

The Unprotected RNAV Descent – Back to Basics II

This aircrew experienced a late approach change that required them to program an RNAV approach. Manually reprogramming that approach resulted in an undesirable flight condition in weather and mountainous terrain. • We were filed to fly the MQU1A arrival into SKBO. Prior to MQU, the FO listened to ATIS and reported landings to Runways 13L and 13R. We briefed the ILS Runway 13L approach. Approaching 14,000 feet, …the Approach Controller assigned 250 knots and the RNAV (GNSS) RWY 13R approach. We were also cleared direct to NEPOP. At this point, I felt slightly rushed. I loaded the RNAV (GNSS) RWY 13R approach, selected the NEPOP transition,…and briefed the approach. It was in the box as follows: Line 1 - NEPOP procedural hold at 13,000 feet; Line 2 – NEPOP at 12,000 feet; Line 3 – URULO (FAF) at 10,000 feet; Line 4 – RWY 13R. Knowing that the Controller did not expect us to enter a procedural hold at NEPOP, I attempted to line select Line 2 (NEPOP at 12,000

feet) to Line 1. The box did not allow that action. At this time, I elected to concentrate on slowing the airplane down for the approach. I directed the FO to… correct the sequence of waypoints for the intended approach. The FO thought he had solved the problem by line selecting Line 3 (URULO) to Line 2. This action displayed the proper sequence of NEPOP followed by URULO. By this time, the aircraft was in the approach mode. When VNAV was selected, VNAV PATH was displayed in the FMA. Thinking the approach was correctly sequenced, I directed the FO to set 9,100 in the MCP altitude window. The autopilot was on and soon… started a slow descent. Within a few hundred feet, we broke out of the clouds. We saw the airport and all surrounding terrain. I suspected we were low… based on visual cues. The aircraft gave an ALTITUDE and PULL UP WARNING as we passed over a ridge. I elected not to respond to these warnings since I had visual contact on all terrain. We proceeded to Runway 13R and made a normal landing. I now believe when URULO was line selected to Line 2, we lost the altitude protection of 12,000 feet at NEPOP.

had updated his EFB… and did have access to the approach, so we agreed that I would brief and fly from his approach plate. In the attempt to re-program the RNAV approach in the FMC and prepare to brief, the correct sequence of waypoints along the… arrival… dropped out of the LEGS page in the FMC, and a discontinuity was created after the waypoint… directly in front of us. I had requested that the Pilot Monitoring (PM) clean up the LEGS page prior to executing the change, however this did not happen due to the high workload… on the PM at that time. Consequently, when the aircraft traversed the next waypoint and reached a discontinuity on the LEGS page, it sequenced out of LNAV and into Control Wheel Steering (CWS). We immediately saw the change and attempted to turn toward the next waypoint, correct the discontinuity, and reengage the correct lateral navigation. We reached a lateral excursion of 1.45 [NM] prior to correcting back to the published course. ATC queried us about our lateral excursion…, and we advised them of our correction. We continued the arrival and were re-assigned the ILS 16C approach without further event.

A change in runway and approach type required this B737 crew to program an RNAV approach and link it to the active arrival. It proved problematic, as did Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) currency, in executing the RNAV approach. • The current ATIS information listed the ILS for Runways 16C and 16R in use. The ILS for 16R had been set up and briefed. After checking in with Seattle Approach, we were instructed to fly the RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 16C approach, which joined with the… arrival. The Captain attempted to re-program the FMS for the new approach. I discovered that I did not have access to the approach since… I did not perform an update on my EFB on the layover. The Captain…

Confusion over RNAV Instrument Approach Procedures and RNAV FMS displays allowed this corporate crew to descend below published altitudes during their RNAV approach. The result was another close encounter with terra firma. • The airport reported 10 miles visibility and 900 feet scattered clouds, and the approach occurred during dusk while the sun was setting. We originally planned and briefed the visual approach with the LOC DME RWY 28L backup utilizing the FMS. The LOC DME RWY 28L was [reported out of service in the] NOTAMS. Approaching WIGGL, the IAF for both approaches, ATC informed us that we needed to choose an actual Continued on Page 41

Common RNAV Automation Syndrome

The Dubious RNAV Descent – Back to Basics III

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Continued from Page 40 approach, as the airport weather had changed to 10 miles visibility in smoke and 900 feet overcast. We asked for…the RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 28L and decided to forgo a thorough briefing and fly it with the PM guiding the Pilot Flying (PF). Unfortunately, we missed the step down fixes between the FAF and the MAP that were not represented in the FMS. There was slight confusion in the application of the step down fixes, i.e. [whether they] apply to only the LP minimums, or also to the LNAV minimums. I decided to descend to the MDA as early as possible to allow for more time to search for the runway in the haze. During the level off at the MDA, …about six nautical miles from the runway and descending through about 1,250 feet, we received an EGPWS TERRAIN CAUTION followed immediately by an EGPWS TERRAIN WARNING. We immediately initiated the escape maneuver. We were still in VMC conditions and some distance from the runway. Still able to remain within the “stable criteria,” we elected to level off at about 1,500 to 1,600 feet. We were clear of the EGPWS CAUTION and WARNING areas, with no audio messages and no colors depicted on the terrain map, so we continued with the descent to level off at the MDA about three nautical miles from the runway. At that point, we saw the runway and made an uneventful approach and landing.

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During an RNAV approach, this Mooney pilot experienced RNAV degra-

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World War II phrases such as “Remember Pearl Harbor,” Rosie the Riveter, Victory Gardens, and Big Band will come to life when the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing hosts the 14th Annual WWII Heritage Days April 22-23, 2017. The event will be held at the CAF Dixie Wing Warbird Museum, Atlanta Regional Airport-Falcon Field and will pay tribute to The Greatest Generation, the men and women who won the Second World War. Fans of the 1940s can join the festivities by portraying famous personalities associated with the era such as Humphrey Bogart, Spencer Tracy, Katherine Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich, Winston Churchill, Eleanor Roosevelt, Joe DiMaggio, or Ted Williams. Friends, families, and civic organizations are invited to build personas and displays that recreate the Home Front experience. Over the last 13 years, WWII Heritage Days has emerged as the largest

German Reencators annual World War II and 1940s-themed event in Georgia. It is a can’t-miss experience for anyone who enjoys nostalgia, big band music, swing dance, historic aircraft and military vehicles, antique cars, and vintage fashion. The program features re-enactors portraying Axis and Allied troops, sailors, airmen, and

Women Army Service Pilots (WASP). For music, The Freedom Belles will perform Andrews Sisters classics throughout the weekend while wearing fashions typical of the period. “WWII Heritage Days has traditionally focused on the aviation and military aspects of the Second World War,” said

Scott Paul, WWII Heritage Days CoChair. “However, we believe the public can also connect with the era and family history by participating in the experience.” Interested individuals and groups can register on the event website. Suggested donations for WWII Heritage Days are $10 for adults 17 and older and $5 for children 11-17. Children 10 and under and World War II veterans are admitted free. WWII Heritage Days will take place rain or shine. Please do not bring pets. Tickets for “Keep ‘em Flying” are $55 before April 17, $65 after. Reserved tables and group discounts are available. All ticket sales are final. For more information, please visit www.wwiidays.org or call 678/364-1110. For information about the Commerative Air Force, visit www.commemorativeairforce.org and for information about the CAF Dixie Wing, visit www.dixiewing.org.

EAA, SEAPLANE PILOTS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE JOINT EFFORT Agreement Updates Efforts to Introduce and Support Flying on All Levels

The EAA and Seaplane Pilots Association (SPA) have recently signed a memorandum of understanding that expands the organizations’ joint efforts to bring the possibilities of flight to more people. “There is a common passion for flight that connects SPA and EAA, with our organizations sharing a significant number of members,” said Jack J. Pelton, EAA CEO and chairman. “This memo of understanding sets the stage of the next step of

cooperation between our associations, as we must work together to sustain and grow interest in all forms of aviation.” The Seaplane Pilots Association’s primary focus is to promote safe seaplane operation and protect our privilege to share our nation’s waterways with recreational, governmental, and commercial operators. The agreement outlines specific areas where EAA and SPA will work together, including support of mutual membership goals, collaborating on

advocacy issues, and joint opportunities to promote both organizations to the public. It also encompasses EAA’s continued support of seaplane base operations during the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in. “The SPA and its members are excited to explore a closer relationship with EAA and begin work on how both organizations will, in a mutual way, promote and increase aviation participation across all age groups,” said Steven McCaughey, SPA executive director. “We share so

many fundamental principles that working together will benefit all our members and recreational aviation overall.” EAA and SPA will create a joint working group to explore possibilities for joint activities and programs that could inspire youth and adults to get involved in flying, especially seaplane flying. The agreement also provides for increased visibility of each organization in the other’s outreach and communications channels. For more information, visit www.eaa.org.

The National Aviation Hall of Fame is seeking nominees for its 31st Annual A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Educator of the Year Award, which includes a $5,000 cash stipend. Founded in 1986 by famed research test pilot, the late A. Scott Crossfield, the award is a juried competition open to current classroom teachers in grades K through 12. A review committee of aerospace industry and education professionals will examine nominations for documentation of a teacher’s effectiveness, creativity, and ability to maintain high

standards for their students and themselves with aerospace being the core subject matter or their curricula. The Crossfield Aerospace Educator of the Year will receive their award on stage at the NAHF 55th Annual Enshrinement Dinner and Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017, in Ft. Worth/Alliance, Texas. The winning teacher and a guest receive an all-expense paid trip to receive the award as part of the ceremony, widely known as the “Oscar Night of Aviation,” which will be held in conjunction with the Fort Worth

Alliance Air Show. More than 1,000 guests, including many former NAHF enshrinees and aerospace industry leaders, are expected to attend the ceremony. Scott Crossfield (1921-2006) was inducted into the NAHF in 1983 in recognition of his contributions as a naval aviator, aerospace engineer, and test pilot. He was the first man to successfully fly at speeds above Mach 2 and Mach 3; the first man to fly the X-15; and contributed to the safety of manned spaceflight among his many other achievements. The 2016 Crossfield Aerospace

Educator of the Year recipient was retired Delta Airlines Captain Kenneth W. Phelps, a Program Consultant and Instructor for the Gwinnett County (Georgia) Public Schools. The deadline for nominations is Friday, June 30, 2017. The winner must be able to attend the NAHF Enshrinement Dinner and Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. For award criteria, downloadable application forms, and more information, please visit the Awards Presentation page at www.nationalaviation.org.

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n 1986, Paramount Pictures released the blockbuster movie, Top Gun. The iconic movie was not only a huge success for Paramount Pictures, but it was a huge recruiting tool for the United States Navy. The star of the movie for the Navy was the F-14A “Tomcat.” The movie featured the USS Enterprise (CVN-65) aircraft carrier and several of its fighter squadrons, including VF-51, VF-114, and VF-213. The U.S. Navy was not new to the big screen, before Top Gun carrier aviation was depicted in two Korean War films, The Bridges at Toko-RI and The Men of The Fighting Lady. In both of these Korean War films, the Navy’s VF192, “The World Famous Golden Dragons,” were the featured squadron flying the single seat F9F-5 “Panther.” VFA-192 current pilot, Lt. Kevin Murry, explains, “The Korean War is where we really became famous from several movies in the 1950s. That is where “The World Famous Golden Dragons” comes from. I don’t know if it was propaganda or what it was, but a lot of the movies pushed out during the Korean War.” Murry went on explain the history of the squadron, “VF-192 was established in 1945 flying the F6F ‘Hellcat,’ and it was just on the backside of World War II. The squadron was not involved in World War II. We flew the Corsair the F-4U that was mainly used as ground attack during the Korean War. In 1950-51, we had our first combat cruise A.K.A the battle Choosin Reservoir as the Marines pulled back. We had two Distinguished Flying Crosses, and we lost three of our brothers in combat. Then we did another cruise with day and night strikes still in the Corsair. We had another five Distinguished Flying Crosses, and we lost two more pilots.” In 1953, the “World Famous Golden Dragons” entered the jet age by transitioning to the F9F-5. It was during the 1953 cruise that the two films were made aboard the USS Oriskany (CVA-34). In 1956, the squadron would transition to the F9F-6 “Cougar” and would stay in the F9F-6 for only three years and then switch to the A-4 “Skyhawk.” “During Vietnam, we would do seven combat deployments. This is where I think our history becomes more rich than other squadrons in the Navy at this point,” according to Murry. “There is actually an award in the Navy for the best fighter squadron called the Captain Estocin award. In April of 1967, this

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An F/A-18E “Super Hornet” from VFA-192 “Golden Dragons” taxis out to launch off the aboard the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) during the ship’s final Composite Unit Training Exercise or COMPTUEX off the coast of Southern California in October of 2016. (Mike Heilman)

An F/A-18E “Super Hornet” from VFA192 “World Famous Golden Dragons” taxis in – in position to takeoff from the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) during the ship’s final Composite Unit Training Exercise. (Mike Heilman) young man took off the carrier heading to North Vietnam with two Shrike missiles on his wing, which are anti-radiation missiles or surface-to-air missiles. “North Vietnam batteries were trying to shoot down the B-52 and anyone else aggressing into North Vietnam. Capt. Estocin will wait until radar lit him up, very similar to the movie, Flight of the Intruder. When Capt. Estocin gets lit up, they will figure out where it is coming from and shoot the missile back at it and hopefully destroy it. Capt. Estocin will get hit on one of these missions, and the only way he will make it back to the boat is one a tanker because he’s leaking so much fuel. The tanker will drag him to the back “The CAG said you are not flying for a while until you heal up, and a few days later, he put himself on the flight schedule. He takes off for the same kind of mission. He got hit by another surfaceto-air missile. Then one of his fellow squadrons who was providing fighter escort will join up on him and will see him slumped over in the cockpit. Then he will go into the clouds and eventually crash in the jungle. Based on these two citations, Capt. Estocin will be the only

An F/A-18E “Super Hornet” from VFA192 “Golden Dragons” prepares to launch from the USS Carl Vinson (CVN70) during the carrier’s final training exercise COMPTUEX in Oct. of 2016. (Mike Heilman)

Navy fighter pilot in the current squadrons that are still out here in the jet age to receive the Medal of Honor. That is one of our big claims to fame. “On the backside of Vietnam we switch to the A-7E Corsair. In the 1980s, we did the typical carrier deployments. Then we became part of the unit deployment program. In 1986, we will switch to the F/A-18A. The 1990s will fly over Iraq and then transition to the F/A-18C. During Iraqi Freedom, the squadron was out 100 consecutive days out to sea. In 2013, we transition to the Super Hornets, and we are just finishing this long transition to the Super Hornets,” according to Murry. VFA-192 currently is deployed on the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) in the South China Sea, and the squadron has 15 pilots and 10 F/A-18E aircraft. Murry explains VFA-192’s role, “Our mission to provide fully mission-capable, combatready aircraft to do the nations bidding as required. What can we do? We can do airto-air, we can do offensive and defensive counter air. “We can take off this boat (USS Vinson), go into enemy county, sneak in and kill any SU-27s or MIG-29s that they

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want to throw up at us. Then we come back to the ship and land safety and expeditiously. If the scenario is reversed and they want to come out and play, we can launch off the ship and set up a defensive line, and they can try to hit this carrier as much as they want, but we will keep them away from this boat. It is the most expensive weapon and most powerful conventional weapon.” The F/A-18E “Super Hornet” is capable of several types of missions, but according to Murry, the air-to-ground mission is mostly what they do. “There is a joke that goes around with the F/A-18 that it is a little F and a big A-18. That is a joke inside the community. We can execute the self-escort strike that is essentially the full capability scope of what the F/A-18 can do. I have an air-to-ground loadout, but I also have air-to-air missiles on the aircraft. I can launch off the ship, and if I need to fight through the bad guys airborne, I can fight through them. Then drop my bombs on target, turn around, and fight my way out back with air-to-air bad guys. It is all of our capabilities put into one. “We can execute a self-contained recon where we go behind enemy lines and look for targets of opportunity and engage them. The big one we see these days is close air support. We have a JTAC on the ground or J-TAC airborne with our sister squadron or with the Air Force which helps us focus on a target to help our Marines or soldiers that are on the ground. We can do suppression of air defenses, it doesn’t matter what it is if they want to throw up a bunch of missiles at us like they did in Vietnam or Desert Storm. We can take them out and clear the way for everyone else,” explained Murry The “Golden Dragons” are the only single-seat F/A-18 on board the USS Vinson, and when asked about the difference between the single-seat and the twoseat squadrons, Murry commented, “We are better! This squadron takes pride in the fact that in the Navy we are the longest single-seat still active. We have been singleseat since 1945, and we have never flown two-seat aircraft. The reason we are better than two-seat is number one, we have 1,000 pounds more gas, without that extra person in the backseat.” Murry also added, “Number two, we have to do everything. When it comes to running the radar and running all the combat systems, we don’t have someone in the back who can do all that; that is all us. We take a lot of pride in that. We do it all ourselves, and we don’t need a copilot. They fly the same missions as we Continued on Page 49

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Marilyn Dashâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aviation is the greatest symbol of freedom we have. If you travel the world, you can tell how free a country is by how many small planes you see in the sky. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rich Davidson These words spoken to me the other day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; made me think. I was lucky enough to travel to Cuba in 1999 on Educational Tour (with permission from the State Department). Sitting on the beach (very educational), two things struck me. No boats in view and no airplanes in the sky. The last time there were no airplanes in the air over the USA was 9/11/01 and the few days afterwards when we were still grounded. Freedom was placed on hold. Since that day, our flying freedoms have continued to diminish. Look back at what happened to Meigs Field in 2003. Look at what is happening at Santa Monica. Look at every small airport on the map â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our freedoms are being challenged.

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What do we do to save Aviation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; General Aviation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; those small planes that are an instrument and a sign of freedom around the world? How do we make it great again? As many of you know, I am a student of early aviation. Back in the days, when barnstorming was a thing; everyday people were building airplanes and learning to fly; when the spirit of the sky drew us towards innovation. Young Eagles â&#x20AC;&#x201C; giving free rides to kids to get them involved in aviation. Great start â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but of all the kids the program touches, only a small portion became pilots. I know, from my local airport â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that only six kids from the program have transitioned to earning their ticket. Some say fences around the airports have hurt kids getting involved. I doubt this also. Kids used to â&#x20AC;&#x153;hang on the fenceâ&#x20AC;? to watch airplanes. And then they would wash airplanes for flying time. Remember that? But, that was before Flight Simulator. Previous generations didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the Internet, cell phones, tablets, gaming devices â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they went to the airport instead. Parents sent them outside. Another thing you rarely see is a young kid working really hard for what s/he wants. Want to become a pilot? It is a lot of hard work. Oh, maybe youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not up for the challenge? Then, maybe you should sit this one out. My first aerobatic instructor used to say â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other Sports Beckonâ&#x20AC;? when someone didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the mental toughness or the skills to fly.

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an aviation version of the old Chevrolet Commercial â&#x20AC;&#x201C; baseball, hot dogs, apple pie, and a private pilot certification. It would be your license to learn as well as your freedom authorization â&#x20AC;&#x201C; inherently American. We need to stop looking at pilots as spoiled rich folks and instead see them as adventurers. People who, in many cases, gave everything they had for a chance to fly. Most of us save money in other areas of our life for avgas, maintenance fees, and hangar rent. We quit other sports and activities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so we can spend all our free time with like-minded people who long to touch the clouds. We do this because we think that is what life is all about â&#x20AC;&#x201C; freedom, flying. We need a message of excitement and not despair. We need to focus on the pleasure of flying and not the doubt and hopelessness. We must believe what we preach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; aviation is a freedom worth fighting for. Want to make a difference? Go fly!

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She found herself either sprinting alongside the aircraft’s 236-foot-long wing as it landed or gripping it tightly against winds fighting her for lift before takeoff. When pilots, Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, sought a solution to stay comfy in an unpressurized cabin at 28,000 feet, they turned to Covestro, a sustainability materials pioneer that specializes in lightweight insulation. The company, which supports science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs for young people, crafted advanced insulation and other technology to combat cockpit temperatures approaching minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Paige Kassalen was one of 90 people on the groundbreaking team, and she was recently named to Forbes “30 Under 30” Class of 2017 in Energy. After she learned about the flight through her job at Covestro, Kassalen jumped at the opportunity to run at 30 mph alongside the 2.3ton aircraft and sling herself at it. “Everyone doesn’t get to be a partner of Solar Impulse,” Kassalen said. “You had to be better than anyone else in the world to be part of the project,” she explained, referring to Covestro’s energy-efficient polyurethane insulation technology, some of which has trickled down to household use. Thinking back to her childhood, Kassalen said she charted her path to engineering when she was seven years old and put together some furniture to help her parents. “I opened the package, threw out the directions, and assembled it myself without looking at the instructions because I wanted to understand how things clicked

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together and worked.” She was a creative problem solver in elementary, middle, and high school and enjoyed STEM courses. The goal of AOPA’s You Can Fly High School Initiative is to help build and sustain aviation-based STEM programs and provide a quality workforce to the aviation industry. Kassalen said she didn’t realize until college that problem solving was the job of an engineer. Unbeknownst to her at the time, Kassalen’s aviation experience began during a Virginia Tech high-altitude balloon experiment that involved antenna and GPS tracking systems. It was rigged with accelerometers and meteorology sensors and taught her that electrical engineers “don’t have to be in a box.” She said the cool thing about her specialty is that electrical engineering is “more than turning on light bulbs.” One of the problems she had to help solve on Solar Impulse’s journey was how to keep the ship righted when it slowed for a landing because “there’s not a manual of how to catch the wing of a solar airplane.” To practice, the ground crew rigged up long sections of plastic pipes with paint roller handles sticking out of them, and mounted the spindly contraption to the roof of a minivan to simulate the airplane going 30 mph and slowing down. Their goal wasn’t to slow the airplane but rather to support the wing and avoid damage by gusting winds. The landing challenge taught her that in the real world, “you’re not going to have a set of instructions” to solve problems. Kassalen said Solar Impulse landed at about 30 mph, and the pilots would

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apply the airbrakes, “but it really depended on the conditions.” The ground wrangling was “never a walk, always a jog, but sometimes we’d say, ‘Oh shoot, we have to sprint.’” Kassalen said she never thought she would be “standing on the side of the runway, especially at JFK, touching the wing of an airplane.” Just in case, the crew had electrical bicycles on standby for unexpectedly faster takeoffs or landings. “We trained so the electric bikes could zoom out onto the runway and follow the plane as it landed. It seemed like a circus act, riding a bike, holding an airplane. But every time the runners got there, the bikes were a backup, thankfully.” She was with the project for six straight months, beginning in Hawaii about halfway through the flight when Solar Impulse returned to the skies after a lengthy mechanical delay. “Since we flew day and night, we needed to fly when the amount of time for daylight was longer than night” so its batteries could recharge more efficiently. As they waited for more favorable weather and longer days, several of her private pilot crewmembers discussed aviation and how they’d like to fly around Hawaii before the Solar Impulse journey resumed. One day, they invited her to join them on a local airplane flight around the island. “I said ‘absolutely, yes!’” She savors the memory of flying over Pearl Harbor and taking in the view before a downdraft caused the aircraft to drop a bit, giving her a start. “I remember holding onto the seat so tightly, but I was surrounded by a team of pilots.” Kassalen traveled from Hawaii to

Covestro electrical engineer, Paige Kassalen, was one of 90 people on the groundbreaking Solar Impulse II team and she was recently named to Forbes "30 Under 30" Class of 2017 in Energy. (Courtesy of Jean Revellard/Rezo) California, Arizona, Oklahoma, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, “and then we crossed the Atlantic to Seville, Spain; Cairo, Egypt; and Abu Dhabi in the Arab Emirates,” where the transcontinental flight ended. “One of the biggest lessons I learned throughout the project is that without support, you can really do nothing. It’s so much harder to push the boundaries of what you think by yourself. If you have a team saying you can do it, you feel confident to go back out there and try.” The aviation experience was worthy of future studies, so Kassalen made obtaining a pilot certificate a bucket-list item. Covestro’s partnership and her enthusiasm have encouraged Kassalen’s CFO to pursue his pilot certificate as well. “Maybe I’ll set the goal for my 24th birthday to get my pilot’s license,” said Kassalen, “I feel empowered now, and I can’t wait.” For more information, visit www.aopa.org.

THE LARGEST ASSEMBLY OF P-51 MUSTANGS TO FLY IN OVER A DECADE AT THE 43RD ANNUAL SUN ‘N FUN INTERNATIONAL FLY-IN AND EXPO

Located at the Kissimmee-Gateway airport just outside Orlando, Fla., Stallion 51 has long been noted as the nation’s premiere provider of transition training in the famous WWII-era fighter, the North American P-51 Mustang. A unique facility, Stallion 51’s expert staff teach owners and pilots of these historic war machines to operate them safely and efficiently in the modern age. Since Stallion 51 came into being, they have attended the annual Sun ‘n Fun International FlyIn and Expo in Lakeland, bringing their stable of Mustangs to the Warbird Flight line with Mr. Mustang himself, Lee Lauderback, flying his signature Solo Mustang Demo routine in the airshow. This year, Stallion 51 is celebrating their 30th Anniversary, and they have invited

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their many Mustang friends to Sun ‘n Fun to help celebrate and commemorate the occasion. On Wednesday, April 5, 2017, Stallion 51’s invited guests will arrive impressive formation for what is promising to be the largest assembly of P-51 Mustangs in more than a decade. “It’s been over a decade since the world has seen this many P-51 Mustangs in one place at one time,” said Greg Gibson, Air Operations Director for Sun ‘n Fun . “We have the honor of not only hosting them, but helping our friends at Stallion 51 celebrate their 30th anniversary.” Not since the famous Gathering of Mustangs and Legends in 2007 in Dayton, Ohio has there been such a Continued on Page 47

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Since the very beginning of manned flight, vision has been unquestionably recognized as the most significant of the five human senses necessary for successful flying. In fact, even in today’s highly technical environment, total dependence on the sense of eyesight remains paramount. And as such, pilots should be able to see to their maximum visual potential while operating an aircraft. The visual pathway begins by collectively focusing wavelengths of light within the eye, which is then converted to a photochemical response in the retina, which is then transferred to the brain via optic nerve impulses, which is then processed into useful conscious vision in the occipital cortex region. To grossly oversimplify this concept, it is analogous to the proverbial digital movie camera and computer processor relationship. Problems or disease pathology within any area of this complex system will result in some form of abnormal vision. Fortunately, among the healthy general population, visual problems are usually a result of defective focusing ability of the eyeball itself and not a result of some serious disease within the eye or brain.

P-51 Mustangs Continued from Page 46 showing of the famous Warbird, and with more than seven acres of pristine apron space at the Lakeland Linder Regional Airport appropriately named “The Warbird Ramp,” the week-long Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In is the perfect venue for bringing this elite group together. More than 30 are expected, and the excitement over the arrival is building. Gibson’s enthusiasm for the occasion is readily evident. “It’s a historic event, celebrating one of the most significant aircraft in history. To see them all together is overwhelming, but we have a real treat on Thursday for our Sun ‘n Fun guests: all of them will fly in the airshow at once!” The flight demonstration will take place on Thursday, April 6 during the daily airshow, which begins around 2 p.m. This will coincide with the first appearance of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, scheduled to fly later that same day. In 1987, Stallion 51 Corp. estab-

These are very common conditions and are called refractive errors. Refractive errors of the eye are generally treated with glasses, contact lenses, or procedures that may include laser refractive surgery. The eye doctor will adjust and prescribe what is best for the pilot as determined by specific needs or usage scenarios. Aviators should be keenly aware of any change in visual acuity and routinely visit their eye doctor. Passing the eye test at the DMV does not count for a good exam and does not mean that the best visual potential is being achieved. An excellent plan for the aviator is to visit their personal eye doctor a few weeks prior to the AME FAA medical exam. In that way, the pilot will be visually tuned up and ready for another cycle of flight operations, and any other reason for a decrease in best visual acuity can be investigated by the eye care professional. To simply summarize: visual acuity is the pilot’s primary and most significant single flight information gathering and processing device, and it should receive an appropriate level of maintenance, tweaking, and preflight preparation. For more information, visit www.stallion51.com. lished itself as a unique aviation business that specializes in rare expensive vintage aircraft built on the dream and passion of the Lauderback brothers. Lee, Peter, Richard, and John are the cornerstone of the Mustang world; restoring, operating, and marketing the rarest of the breed. Thousands of people have shared the cockpit with founder and president, Lee Lauderback and his crew through the years, learning about the magic of the Merlin and the mystique behind the Mustang. At Sun ‘n Fun 2017, visitors will get to see the results of their passion as the thunder of Mustangs roar overhead in a spectacular display not to be missed. For more information on this event, please contact Greg Gibson at GGibson@flysnf.org or call him at 863/644-2431. For more information on attending Sun ‘n Fun , please visit www.flysnf.org. For more information on Stallion 51, visit www.stallion51.com.

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Continued from Page 44 do, they do a little more tanker missions than we do. They can do a FAC-A mission; that is where they become a forwarded air controller. We will all launch off the boat at the same time, and they will get to the area first. They will start talking to the boots on the ground and ask for targets. As we come into the area,

THE USS VINSON

FCA-A will pass targets onto us for the close air support mission.” VFA-192 is part of Air Wing 2 deployed on board the Vinson, and Murry explains the wing’s mission, “Our air wing is one piece of the puzzle, and then you have Carrier StrikeGroup One. We can project our force globally with a carrier that can move anywhere that it needs to

A single-seat F/A-18E “Super Hornet” chained down with a tow bar on the flight deck of USS Carl Vinson. Notice that the wings fold to create space on the crowded flight deck of an aircraft carrier. (Mike Heilman)

A single-seat F/A-18E “Super Hornet” taxis out to launch on a training mission aboard the Vinson during the ship’s final training exercise COMPTUEX before deploying in early 2017. (Mike Heilman)

An F/A-18E “Super Hornet” from VFA192 “Golden Dragons” landing aboard the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) during the ship’s final training exercise off the coast of Southern California. (Mike Heilman)

go. That is the thing, we can go anywhere, anytime and go do what we need to do, like drop our bombs or defend what America needs us to do anywhere. That is the beauty of the mobility of this boat.” The “World Famous Golden Dragons” may not have been around at the start of Naval Aviation, but the squadron has and continues to leave its mark on

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A two-seat F/A-18F “Super Hornet” from VFA-2 “Bounty Hunters” and single seat F/A-18E from VFA-192 “Golden Dragons” prepare to takeoff. (Mike Heilman)

An F/A-18E “Super Hornet” from VFA-192 “Golden Dragons” catches the wire aboard the USS Carl Vinson during the ship’s final training exercise off the coast of Southern California. (Mike Heilman)

A single seat F/A-18E “Super Hornet” launches off the USS Carl Vinson during the ship’s final Composite Unit Training Exercise or COMPTUEX off the coast of Southern California in October of 2016. (Mike Heilman)

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