THE PATRICIAN MAY 2013
The Victoria Flying Club ~ Aviation Excellence Since 1946
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THE PATRICIAN MAY 2013
Monthly Newsletter of The Victoria Flying Club - Aviation Excellence Since 1946
“To promote flying and aviation in general, and to teach and train persons in the art and science of flying and navigating and operating all manner of heavier-than-air aircraft.�
In This Issue
(Victoria Flying Club Incorporation Bylaws, 1946) Board of Directors President.........................................Don Devenney Vice President...........................Ramona Reynolds Secretary......................................Colin Williamson Treasurer...........................................Wayne Clifton Directors..........................................Dave Gagliardi Steve Demy Dave Gustafson Cal Mjolsness General Manager.................................Gerry Mants Chief Flying Instructor....................Graham Palmer
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Cadors Corner - Graham Palmer
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VFC Open House
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Live, and Learn - Simon Dennis
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The DC-3: World Famous Warbirds
14 Fly-Out and COPA Updates
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A New Era at VFC
VFC News
Exciting Times!
Last month we introduced our new fleet of C172S model aircraft. We also filled you in on some of the exciting new things you’ll be seeing in the office. Beginning May 1st, the new dispatch procedures will be in effect. Extra staff will be on hand to guide you through the new procedures and to ensure a smooth transition. We are really excited about the increased efficiency that our students and club members will enjoy. You can read more in the April issue of The Patrician. Or come on in for a coffee and find out what it’s all about!
a standard rate of $139/hour. We have worked hard to keep our rates affordable through the years, with very few increases. Our new rate is still well below other Canadian training centers operating similar aircraft. The Victoria Flying Club is proud to offer what is arguably one of the finest fleets in Canada, at one of the most affordable rates!
Wait! There’s More!
To make your flying even more affordable, VFC is pleased to offer special Quiet Hour Pricing, which will be in effect from June 1 to September 30. During our quieter hours, members can choose either a discounted rental rate OR receive a credit for time in our Redbird Simulator. The benefits are outlined in detail below. We hope you will take advantage of this great opportunity to add hours to your logbook!
Pricing Adjustments
With the retirement of our older model 172s, we now have standard equipment across the newer members of the fleet. This allows us to offer one price across the entire 172 fleet. Beginning June 1st, all C172S Model aircraft will be rented at
Victoria Flying Club Quiet Hour Pricing – in effect June 1st to Sept 30th Day and Time
Discount Available (Choose One)
Victoria Flying Club Quiet Hour Pricing – in effect June 1st to Sept 30th Monday to Friday 1700-0800
Day and Time
$10/hr rental discount
0.2 simulator time credit per hour of flight (approx value $20)
Discount Available (Choose One)
Monday Friday Saturdayto and Sunday 1700-0800
$15/hr $10/hr rental rental discount discount
0.3 0.2 simulator simulator time time credit credit per per hour of flight (approx value hour of flight (approx value $30) $20)
$15/hr rental 2 discount
0.3 simulator time credit per May 2013 hour of flight (approx value $30)
and Sunday AviationSaturday Excellence Since 1946
First Solos
Brent Friesen Instructor:Kale Haley
David Dyck Instructor: Sean Tyrell
Keegan Allen Instructor: Hana Nakahara
Mitch Hewson Instructor: Jeff Bujas
Paul Tambeau Instructor:Tyler Bishop
Sean Dale Instructor: Tyler Bishop
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First Solos
Thomas Claes Instructor: Hana Nakahara
Toyo Noguchi Instructor: Hana Nakahara
Kai Mountfort Instructor: Tyler Bishop
Winston Chou Instructor: Sean Tyrell
Richard Rebneris Instructor:Hana Nakahara
Scott Ross Instructor: Brendan O’Hare
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Flight Training
CADORS CORNER By: Graham Palmer, CFI In an effort to enhance VFC Member Safety, and to develop awareness of Monthly Club CADORS (Civil Aviation Daily Occurrence Reporting System) Reports, CADORs Corner will appear as a regular column in the Patrician. Transport Canada collects aviation occurrence information through the CADORS reporting process; the system is intended to provide initial information on occurrences involving any Canadian-registered aircraft as well as events occurring at Canadian Airports, and in Canadian Airspace. Because CADORS information is provided publically and accessible through the Transport Canada Website, CADORS Corner will provide the CADORS Report Reference Number and the Narrative Synopsis of CADORS Reports involving Victoria Flying Club Aircraft. Our intent with this column is to enhance awareness, and to continue to develop and encourage Best Practices amongst our Pilots. Where applicable suggestions, and or recommendations will be made in order to assist Club Pilots in avoiding similar occurrences themselves. For the month of May, we will be focussing on Runway Incursions, which is the crossing a Runway Hold-Short Line without a Clearance to do so. This topic May 2013
is paramount, to begin CADORS Corner, as the three most recent CADORS Reports for VFC were Runway Incursions. Even though CYYJ provides a level of complexity unlike any other Airport in Canada, one must always remain extra vigilant when taxing to and from the active runway. In Victoria, the area created between the intersection of Runway 09/27, 13/31, and 03/21 is affectionately referred to by local Pilot Lore as the “Devil’s Triangle”. If a Runway Incursion occurs, it will most likely occur on the Devil’s Triangle; therefore any Taxi Clearance taking you through this area one should remain extra alert and cautious. Of the three CADORS Reports generated by VFC Operations in April, two were on the Devil’s Triangle. Below are the Reports, followed be strategies to avoid potential Runway Incursions.
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2013P0397 Runway incursion - vehicle, aircraft or person A Victoria Flying Club Cessna 152 (C-GIMH) was holding short on runway 09 and called outer tower ready for takeoff. The aircraft was instructed to hold short runway 09 and contact inner tower on 119.7. Before reporting on 119.7, the aircraft taxied onto the runway. No operational impact 2013P0433 Runway incursion - vehicle, aircraft or person A Victoria Flying Club Cessna C172 (C-GKMY) landed on runway 31. The aircraft was instructed to exit right onto taxiway E and contact ground on 121.9. The aircraft exited right onto taxiway E, but continued on E across the hold line by 100’ R-03/21 before being stopped by the tower controller. The aircraft had not changed frequencies to ground as instructed. Traffic in position ready for departure on runway 21 was held until C-GKMY was off the runway.
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Flight Training 2013P0434 Runway incursion - vehicle, aircraft or person A Victoria Flying Club Cessna C172 (C-GXTZ) from CYYJ to CAH3 was assigned runway 13 by clearance delivery for departure on taxiway E. The aircraft crossed runway 13 on taxiway E while runway 09 was active. No operational impact. Strategies to avoid Runway Incursions: 1. In all circumstances, when acknowledging a taxi clearance, whether too or from a runway, pilots should always read-back their routing, including the runways that they are cleared to cross. 2. As all Pilots know, if ATC issues a “Hold-Short” restriction of a runway, the Pilot must always read it back. I always recommend writing it down, and reading it back. A professional pilot will always endeavor to determine the reason for holding short of another runway. Normally the runway for which a Hold-Short restriction has been issued is the runway that is to be used (‘Hold Short’ Runway 13 means that an aircraft is either taking-off or landing on Runway 13, not on the opposite end Runway 31).
3. If ATC assigns a Taxi Clearance: “JZB, Taxi Sierra, Echo, across 03 and 13…” one should always write down the routing, and read back the entire clearance: “JZB, Taxi Sierra, Echo, across 03 and 13”. It`s not professional to respond to a taxi clearance with only the aircraft registration. 4. If you are flying with friends, family or children they’ll naturally be excited about the flight, and most likely have several questions for you and or want to engage in conversation you. During your pre-flight passenger briefing, consider briefing for a “Sterile Cockpit” environment during the critical phases of flight. This means that everyone in the aircraft refrains from engaging in non-essential conversations and activities during all ground operations involving taxi, takeoff and landing, and all other flight operations conducted below the intended cruising altitude. You may also want to utilize the “Pilot Isolate” feature on the Comm Panel; this effectively cuts the PIC from the rest of the intercom. Your passengers will still be able to communicate amongst themselves, but more importantly you will be able to concentrate on monitoring the
radios and focusing on approaching all hold lines. 5. When at a Hold-Line requesting take-off clearance from ATC, it’s imperative that you read back what is directed to you. Keep in mind there are essentially only three possibilities from Tower: “Hold Short”, “Line-up”, or “Cleared for Takeoff”. Keep in mind that if there is any misunderstanding, the onus now falls on ATC to clear up any confusion. 6. Upon Landing, if you cannot exit the runway onto a taxiway, keep in mind that ATC must instruct you to clear the runway onto an intersecting runway. When exiting your landing runway, remember that you must stop on the other side of the hold line (when approaching from the dashed line side), and receive clearance to taxi prior to taxiing. Here it is extremely important that you remain vigilant, and not cross another runway unless you have clearance to do so. Always Remember: If in doubt one should stop and request “Progressive Taxi Instructions” from ATC. Once requested, ATC will provide staged step-by-step en-route taxi instructions until you have reached your desired spot on the airport.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Don’t forget to schedule your Annual Checkride! Blow off the dust and brush up on your skills before summer. All VFC members are encouraged to take advantage of 2 hours of instruction at no charge. Please note, with the retirement of our Legacy Cessnas from the VFC fleet, we want to encourage all members to use their Annual Checkride as an opportunity to also be checked out on one of the S Models of our new Millenium Fleet. Please call the office to book your Annual Checkride today! 250-656-2833. Aviation Excellence Since 1946
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VFC News
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THOSE PEOPLE ARE PILOTS. YOU CAN BE ONE.
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
VICTORIA FLYING CLUB AVIATION OPEN HOUSE SAT URDAY MAY 11, 2013 11am -3pm
1852 Canso Rd. Sidney BC 250-656-2833 www.flyvfc.com info@flyvfc.com Photo: Katsu Tokunaga
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Photo of the Month
Thanks to Jessica Rabideau for submitting this month’s winning photo (above). Send your best aviation photo to thepatrician@shaw.ca for your chance to win great Pilot Shop prizes. Every submission is entered into a yearly draw for a $100 VFC Gift Certficate. Keep your camera in your flight bag!
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The British Columbia Coast chapter of the Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots invites you to their 31st Poker Run SATURDAY, May 18 (rain date June 1), Pitt Meadows, BC (CYPK): 99s Poker Run. Open to all pilots . . . everyone welcome. Abbotsford, Boundary Bay, Chilliwack, Delta Airpark, Langley, Nanaimo, Squamish, Pitt Meadows (terminus). Lots of fun & prizes; funds raised go towards aviation scholarships & projects. For more information watch for a poster, or check www. bccoast99s.com, or call Alice at (778) 883-6406
Everyone welcome! May 18th 2013 Aviation Excellence Since 1946
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Flight Training
Live, and Learn
by: Simon Dennis
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” - Mahatma Ghandi Learning is defined as a modification of a behavioral tendency by experience. Therefore, before an act of learning occurs, there exists in all of us certain behavior that is yet to be modified, a leftover, if you will, from previous learning. If we were to go back through every cycle of experience, behavior modification and learning that has occurred in our lives, eventually we would all reach a point where it was ‘carte blanche’. A point where the behavior that was imprinted into our DNA was first modified, by our first round of learning, by our first experiences. We meet again, and I trust this finds you well. Here, at the mid-point of my ab-initio training as an air traffic controller, I feel inspired to muse on the subject of learning. I trust at some point I will get the chance to divulge the specifics of my ATC training to you all, which I am thoroughly enjoying, but for now I attempt to impart my new found realization of the value of learning (plus, Christie has kindly allotted a page to me in this month’s Patrician, and if I really delved into my training specifMay 2013
ics I would most likely require a whole issue worth of space). Perhaps it is maturity, perhaps it is the continuum of learning as a pilot, instructing as a pilot, and now learning as an air traffic controller, perhaps it is because of the new challenge I am in the midst of. But in the two months that I have been studying fulltime as a controller, it is the act of learning that I am enjoying as much as the new knowledge that is resulting from it. Re-read the first sentence of the preceding paragraph again, the definition of learning. You should now realize that we, in essence, receive a clean sheet every time we learn anew. The resulting product is a new behavior, or one that is at least modified, be it a quick fix or a complete renovation. That, to me, is a thing of wonder. Many of us have heard people say something to the effect of “It’s time for a change” with respect to their occupation, studies, pursuits, location, and hobbies - any one in a list of variables. I have certainly vocalized, and shared this sentiment. It is human nature to seek change, and one of the most effect ways to change, for the better, is to learn. It doesn’t matter what you are learning, it can literally be anything, but if you do learn, then your behavior will change, and “It’s time for a change” becomes “I made a change.” Change is empowering, regardless of where it leads, and learning is a catalyst of change - by definition. If you develop a passion for what you
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are learning, then it becomes an extremely positive force in one’s life. It can be addicting. As learners in the school that is aviation, we have all found that passionate subject matter. It’s what brought us to class in the first place. If it is time for a change, or you simply want to add a new set of skills, behavior, knowledge or experiences to your flying, then find something new to learn about aviation. Trust me, it’s worth it, as much for the journey as the new knowledge. It can be as complex as a new rating or license, or as simple as a new routing to a favorite destination - they key is to appreciate how fortunate we are to be able to impart change through learning that is accessible, as it always is to pilots, and to realize how easy it is to take learning for granted. Personally, learning the art and science of air traffic control has been simultaneously intimidating, humbling, challenging and rewarding, and my experiences thus far have undoubtedly modified my behavior. For the better. The next time I write shall be at the end of my four-month ATC course, in time for the July issue of the Patrician, where I promise to share specifics regarding my training, and if successful, to which ATC tower I will be posted for my on-the-job training phase. Until then safe flight, and to echo Ghandi’s sentiment above, experience as much every day as you can, inside aviation and out. Live, and learn.
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Achievements
VFC MEMBER ACHIEVEMENTS New Members Shawn Farina Sergio Romero Allan Doan Cliff Finlay Sean Tull John Reimer Courtlin Peel Albert Strickland Behdad Kiani
First Solos
Kai Mountfort Winston Chou Richard Rebneris Scott Ross
PPL Flight Test
PPL License
PPL Written
CPL Flight Test
Jessica Rabideau Karl Hoener Chuck Ho Cheng Tom Vesey Josh Tauson Elliot Humphries Jessica Rabideau Karl Hoener Kate Rosk Toyo Noguchi Walker Redshaw
Elliot Humprhies Jessica Rabideau Karl Hoener Chuck Ho Cheng Tom Vessey Josh Tauson Jeremiah Rivard
CPL License
David Richardson
MD-M
Gary van der Leer
RPP Flight Test Oliver Spratt
711 A Broughton Street
(street level, by Victoria Public Library)
Victoria BC V8W 1E2
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Mystery Aircraft
MAY MYSTERY AIRCRAFT Can you identify the aircraft shown below? Email: thepatrician@shaw.ca
April Mystery Identified From Tim: The Cessna 165 Airmaster was produced in the 1930s and was the last wood/tube/fabric design before post-WW2 production resumed with all-metal aircraft like the model 170.
Correctly Identified by: Bruce Prior and Daryl Williams
Rediscover the Beauty of Flight
Learn to Fly Gliders in the Beautiful Alberni Valley!
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Alberni Valley Soaring Association
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Flight Training
PRIVATE PILOT GROUNDSCHOOL Monday and Wednesday 1900-2200 Victoria Flying Club Classroom
DATE TOPIC INSTRUCTOR
Apr 03
ATC
Jason
08 Review Colin
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Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight
Kale
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CARS and Licensing Requirements
Kristen
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CARS and Licensing Requirements
Kristen
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Airframes and Engines
Sean
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Systems and Flight Instruments
Sean
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Human Factors & Pilot Decision Making
Alex
May 01
Radio & Electronic Theory
Kale
06 Meteorology Tyler 08 Meteorology Tyler 13 Meteorology Tyler 15 Meteorology Tyler 22 Meteorology Tyler 27 Meteorology Tyler
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Flight Operations
Kale
June 03
Flight Operations
Kale
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Navigation
Brendan
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Navigation
Brendan
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Navigation
Brendan
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ATC
Jason
19 Review Colin
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Feature Article
The DC-3: World Famous Warbirds Part Two: Contineud from last month. Our thanks to Leon LeChasseur for sending this in. Watch for more in upcoming issues of The Patrician. “With its eagle beak, large square windows and sleek metal fuselage, it was luxurious beyond belief, in contrast to the wood-and-canvas bone shakers of the day, where passengers had to huddle under blankets against the cold. Even in the 1930s, the early Dakotas had many of the comforts we take for granted today, like on-board loos and a galley that could prepare hot food. Early menus included wildrice pancakes with blueberry
syrup, served on bone china with silver service.
they can land it pretty well on a postage stamp.
For the first time, passengers were able to stand- up and walk- around while the plane was airborne.
Captain Len Morgan says: ‘The Dakota could lift virtually any load strapped to its back and carry it anywhere and in any weather safely.’
But the design had one vital feature, ordered by pioneering aviator Charles Lindbergh, who was a director of TWA, which placed the first order for the plane. The DC-3 should always, Lindbergh directed, be able to fly on one- engine. Pilots have always loved it, not just because of its rugged reliability but because, with no computers on board, it is the epitome of ‘flying by the seatof- the- pants’. One aviator memorably described the Dakota as a ‘collection of parts flying in loose formation’, and most reckon
It is the very human scale of the plane that has so endeared it to successive generations. With no pressurization in the cabin, it flies low and slow. And unlike modern jets, it’s still possible to see the world go by from the cabin of a Dakota. (The name, incidentally, is an acronym for Douglas Aircraft Company Transport Aircraft.) As a former Pan Am stewardess puts it: “From the windows, you seldom look upon a flat, hazy, distant surface to the world. “Instead, you see the features of the earth --- curves of mountains, colours of lakes, cars moving on roads, ocean waves crashing on shores, and cloud formations as a sea of popcorn and powder puffs.’ But it is for heroic feats in military service that the legendary plane is most distinguished. Find out more about the DC-3 in next months’ issue!
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Fly-Out Updates
COPA Flight 6 and the Victoria Flying Club Present... Monday, May 20th (Victoria Day) Open to ALL aviation enthusiasts!
Gillies Bay / Texada Island (CYGB)
Please contact flyoutbug@gmail.com to register! The CYYJ-CYGB route is 76 NM, so about 1.8 hours of air time (round trip) in a Cessna 172. Â ------Renters of VFC Aircraft, please be ready for a departure by 0900, and plan to be back by 1600.
Passengers are welcome to come along! Seats are offered at cost and are limited. Email to reserve. Club Pilots are eligible to rent at a discount! Team up with other members to further reduce costs. Owners who are VFC members purchase fuel at cost! Take passengers for company and cost sharing. Get out of the circuit!
CATCH THE FLYOUT BUG Get out of the circuit. Catch the Fly-Out Bug! flyoutbug@gmail.com Aviation Excellence Since 1946
COPA Flight 6 Monthly pilot meetings Ground school at the VFC is great. I learned a tremendous amount over those 10 weeks, but that type of classroom learning stopped abruptly after I received my PPL. Our FREE monthly meetings provide an opportunity for ongoing learning - not just the theoretical or legalistic side of flying like in ground school, but also exposure to other fun flying events, opportunities and real world tips and tricks. (And there is no test at the end!) How comfortable are you with U.S. customs procedures? How much do you know about the benefits of using portable electronics (e.g. iPad, smart phones) in the cockpit while flying - did you know they can save you money? Ever entertained the idea of flying to Alaska? The Caribbean? South America? Why not attend a slide show presentation of someone who has! These are just a few of the many topics we have scheduled in 2013. Learn. Build friendships. Help us to grow general aviation in our own community. For more information or for meeting times and locations, please email: copaflight6@gmail.com
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VFC Classifieds Aircraft - Accomodation - Aviation Books and Gear - Help Wanted - Miscellaneous Email the details of your FREE Ad to: thepatrician@shaw.ca
VFC SMILE CARDS
Pick up your smile card today at the VFC office, and 5% of your grocery purchase will go towards creating scholarships and awards for VFC members. Thank-you Thrifty Foods! To date, the Victoria Flying Club has received over $12,000 from
the Thrifty Foods Smile Card program. These funds have been appreciated by all members of the club. Thank-you Thrifty Foods!
Victoria Flying Club CHARTER SERVICE
TRAVEL BETWEEN VICTORIA AND BOUNDARY BAY NO FERRIES NO WAITING BE THERE IN 30 MINUTES Email tedk@flyvfc.om or Call 250-474-0213
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