March 2014

THE PATRICIAN MARCH 2014

The Victoria Flying Club ~ Aviation Excellence Since 1946

WOMEN IN AVIATION

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THE PATRICIAN MARCH 2014

Monthly Newsletter of The Victoria Flying Club - Aviation Excellence Since 1946 In This Issue

“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.”

(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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CFI’s Corner

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Women in Aviation

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Wings Banquet

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COPA Quadrant

1852 Canso Road Sidney, BC V8L 5V5

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The opinions expressed are strictly those of the authors.

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News from VFC

VFC News

Annual General Meeting Who is Eligible to Vote Scheduled for March 6 at the AGM? The Victoria Flying Club Annual General Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday March 6 in the VFC pilot’s lounge. The meeting will begin, as it always does, at 6:00pm with wine and cheese.

The business portion of the evening gets under way at 7:00pm.

What Happens at the AGM? The purpose of the Annual General Meeting is to provide an opportunity for discussion and decision making amongst club members.

As a non-profit organization, we are governed by an elected volunteer Board of Directors. Three of the main functions of the AGM are to review prior year results, discuss plans for the current year, and also to elect new directors to the board.

While attendance at the AGM is open to all members, voting priviliges are extended to those with Sustaining Memberships and Life Memberships only. If you have been a member in good standing of the Victoria Flying Club for 24 consecutive months, then you are eligible to become a Sustaining Member. Sustaining Members pay slightly higher membership fees, but also receive a discount on aircraft rentals, fuel, etc. If you have been a member for 24 consecutive months, please pick up a Sustaining Member application from the VFC office, and plan to attend the AGM.

How Can You Get Involved?

The Board of Directors consists of a group of Victoria Flying Club

members who use their collective knowledge and skills to conduct club business on behalf of all members. They are governed by a set of by-laws and make decisions regarding aircraft and equipment, facilities, staffing, and various other areas of club business. Sustaining and Life Members are eligible to be nominated for a director position.

Nomination forms are available at the VFC office and nominations will also be accepted from the floor at the AGM. Directors must be nominated by two other Sustaining or Life Members.

Being involved with the VFC Board of Directors is a great opportunity to contribute to the future of the Victoria Flying Club, and to the local aviation community.

For more information, please contact VFC Manager, Gerry Mants, at info@flyvfc.com or 250-656-2833.

Important Reminder:Don’t forget to check the expiry date on your Aviation Document Booklet. Many of first issued booklets are expiring soon. The renewal process can take up to 8-12 weeks to complete.

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Flight Training

The CFI’s CORNER By: Graham Palmer, CFI

Risk vs. Reward We are all very fortunate to be a part of such a great flying club.

Many of our members, who have been affiliated with other flying clubs, never hesitate to let us know that they think VFC is one of the best. Whether it’s the people, the training, our location, our aircraft, facility, surrounding scenery, or a combination of all of this, VFC is definitely an appealing club to be a part of.

We feel that our steadfast commitment to the safety of our members, guests, staff, aircraft, and facility has been one of the most important values that have allowed us to create one of the best flying clubs in Canada.

restrictive, we risk the possibility of making flying with VFC less appealing. However, our ongoing commitment to safety must continue to safeguard our people, fleet, and facility.

blades. A discussion with the pilot, and examination of the journey logbook revealed that KMY had operated from several registered aerodromes with gravel surfaces.

Recently I was asked if a club aircraft could land at Tipella (CBB7), a 2300’ gravel airstrip at the north end of Harrison Lake.

While Tipella is a registered aerodrome, and appears in the CFS, it’s not the kind of airstrip we want our aircraft to be operated from. Unfortunately my answer was no. This was a situation where the risk of something happening was far greater than the reward of a pilot being able to attempt his first gravel airstrip landing. Aside from the risk of something going seriously wrong and somebody getting hurt, the risk of incurring significant aircraft damage would have simply been too high.

Recently we had this propeller sent out for overhaul and balancing at Western Propeller. In order to completely remove the damaged area, the propeller was re-shaped and its dimensions reduced to the minimums permissible for this model of propeller; and therefore this $5,000 propeller is now within millimeters of the end of its service life after just a year of use.

While flying and learning to fly is inherently safe, there are circumstances where the level of risk associated with a particular operation may be elevated.

Recognizing and mitigating these risks can be accomplished in part by establishing Membership Rules & Regulations, and by evaluating individual circumstances on a progressive and dynamic basis.

Case in point, not long ago we upgraded KMY’s performance by acquiring the Air Plains Cessna 172R 180 H.P. STC (Supplemental Type Certificate).

In doing so the cruise speeds, climb rates, engine RPMs, and payload were increased to those equivalent to a Cessna 172 SP. While retaining the original IO360 engine, the STC called for the installation of a new tachometer, induction system and propeller. The propeller’s original diameter of 75” was increased to 76”, and the blade pitch was decreased from 70” to 58”.

Finding the balance between low and medium levels of risk can at times be challenging because of our members’ diverse piloting experience, ability, and skill. If we create policies that are too

It wasn’t long after we completed this modification that KMY departed on a 29-hour round trip to Whitehorse. Upon its return we discovered significant rock-chip damage to one of the propeller

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While the Victoria Flying Club is proud to offer our members a modern fleet of aircraft at one of the lowest rental rates in Canada, we must continue to constantly evaluate risk versus reward. Exposing ourselves to elevated risk, or incurring unnecessary damage may contribute to increases in our rental rates.

Nearly 70 years of flight training has shaped our policies and procedures; and we feel that they provide a high level of safety, are manageable, and fair. As a result, we are all very fortunate to be a part of such a great Flying Club.

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VFC News

VFC Online Sneak Peak!

711 A Broughton Street

(street level, by Victoria Public Library)

Victoria BC V8W 1E2

Our new website is almost ready. The team has been working hard to bring you new content, great training tools, dynamic pages, and an exclusive members’ area.

Submission Request Email: thepatrician@shaw.ca

The official launch is coming soon, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

Photos, stories, letters, articles, adventures, classified ads all accepted.

A big thank you to VFC vice president Ramona Reynolds for heading up the project.

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VFC NEWS

Vancouver Island Chapter of Women in Aviation Takes Off at the Victoria Flying Club on International Women’s Day Celebrate International Women’s Day from the cockpit of a Cessna 172, soaring 2000 feet above the earth.

On Saturday March 8, the Victoria Flying Club and the recently formed Vancouver Island Chapter of Women in Aviation International invite all women interested in the fascinating world of aviation to join us in celebrating Women of Aviation Worldwide Week on International Women’s Day. Everyone is welcome to attend the celebration, coinciding with the official launch of the Vancouver Island Chapter of Women in Aviation on Saturday, March 8, 2014, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the members’ lounge of the Victoria Flying Club, located at 1852 Canso Road in Sidney, BC. This event provides an opportunity for women interested in any area of aviation to meet and network. Experience your first flight in a small aircraft. Try

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out the flying club’s Redbird full motion flight simulator. Learn about the aviation industry and the many opportunities available for professional advancement or recreational fun. Chat with pilots over a burger and drink, gather information, and prepare to experience the excitement of flight in new ways.

Women make significant contributions to all facets of aviation, but are still under-represented in a mostly male-dominated field.

The Victoria Flying Club and Women in Aviation International want to encourage women of all ages to pursue their aviation interests. Please join us in celebrating and supporting women in all areas of the aviation industry. Everyone is welcome at this event, both men and women.

The Victoria Flying Club and Women in Aviation International value equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and connected community for

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mentorship, leadership and lots of fun, whether you’re an airline pilot, an air traffic controller, or still a little nervous about that first flight.

Women in Aviation International is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing networking, education, mentoring and scholarship opportunities for women (and men) who are striving for challenging and fulfilling careers in the aviation and aerospace industries.

For More Information: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ VictoriaFlyingClub Twitter: @FlyVFC Website: www.flyvfc.com Contact: Ramona Reynolds, Vice-President, Victoria Flying Club 250.818.8257 reynoldsworks@shaw.ca

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VFC News

VFC CHARTER SERVICE

BE THERE IN MINUTES!

Fly between Victoria and destinations on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.

Charter an aircraft and take up to 3 people. (restrictions apply)

For more information or to book a flight Email: tedk@flyvfc.com Call: 1-250-474-0213 Aviation Excellence Since 1946

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VFC Achievements

VFC MEMBER ACHIEVEMENTS

New Members Ian Coneybeer Daniel Cho Bill Hilash Eric Leocadio Carly Cake

PPL Written Exam Jonathan Monahan Silvia Zilker Sean Gemmill Raquel Landert Ramona Reynolds

First Solos Ron Johns Tomoki Beniya Robin Huenicke Kevin McManus

PPL License Michael Beaudoin Raquel Landert Ramona Reynolds

CPL Flight Test Karl Hoener CPL Licence Karl Hoener Float Rating Keegan Allen Instrument Rating Jeff Bujas

Keep your camera in your flight bag to capture those interesting or unsual sights. This photo of the Hawaii Mars was captured by VFC CFI Graham Palmer at Sproat Lake last summer during a flight in STY, the club’s float plane. Send your photos to: thepatrician@shaw.ca March 2014

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Mystery Aircraft

MARCH MYSTERY AIRCRAFT Can you identify the aircraft shown here?

Email: thepatrician@shaw.ca

February Mystery Identified From Tim: This month it’s the Convair 880. A commercial flop which first saw service in 1959. Smaller than the DC-8 and Boeing 707, it was claimed to be faster at 615 mph. Only 65 were built.

This month’s mystery was correctly identified by: Alan Johnston and Marie Woodruff

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VFC News

WINGS BANQUET

The annual Victoria Flying Club Wings Banquet is a celebration of aviation. It is also a celebration of individual and club accomplishments. The Wings Banquet is a long-held tradition which brings together new pilots and seasoned pilots to honour the milestones reached in the previous year.

be joined by Rosella Bjornson as our Wings Banquet guest speaker. Rosella is the first Canadian female airline pilot, and a member of the Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame. Rosella shared from her collection of memorable experiences and provided inspiration for the next generation of professional pilots.

Each year at the Wings Banquet we also have the privilege of recognizing those who have earned a CPL or a Class IV Instructor rating in the previous year, as well as a number of awards and bursaries presented based on both achievement and the evaluation of a written statement of intent for future training.

On Saturday February 1st, well over one hundred VFC pilots and guests gathered at the Esquimalt Ward Room. As always, an excellent dinner was enjoyed by all before the more formal portion of the evening.

The high-light of any Wings Banquet is, of course, the presentation of wings to new pilots.

It is an honour to share in this presentation and to recognize the hours of hard work, determination, and study that have lead to the achievement of becoming a licenced pilot.

The Victoria Flying Club congratulates each of our graduates and award recipients for this past year. We are proud of each of you, and we look forward to your future achievements in the aviation industry.

We were honoured this year to

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 $14,000 from

the Thrifty Foods Smile Card program. These funds have been appreciated by all members of the club. Thank-you Thrifty Foods!

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VFC News

WINGS BANQUET PPL Wings Recipients

Class III Instructor Renewal

Kate Rosk Harry Evans Jessica James Bradley Decker Adan Thornton Karl Hoener Josh Tauson Ryan Mackareth Tanner Davis Aaron Neyrinck Walker Redshaw Douglas McLellan Sarah Reimer Cortlandt Rehill Alethia Forsberg Liam Aloni Yasseen Mall Jessica Rabideau Lanaya Dale Keegan Allen Thomas Claes Tom Vesey Matt Sager

Bonnie Tidswell

Class IV Instructor Rating Brady Tucker David Yates Brett Stevens Iain Wallis Aviation Excellence Since 1946

CPL Recipients Todd Cuthbert Dave Richardson Robert Killin Jeremiah Rivard Iain Wallis Andrew Kott

Top Written Test: Keegan Allan

Top Flight Test: Thomas Claes

Top Pilot Award: Keegan Allan

Claude Butler Flying Award: David Richardson

Cooper-Slipper Bursary: Jessica Rabideau

Betty Wadsworth Scholarship: William Toogood

Smedley Memorial Bursary: Walker Redshaw

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Feature Article

BC CHALLENGE - Your 2014 Adventure The Victoria Flying Club is challenging pilots to visit as many airports in BC as possible. Our focus is to really encourage participation in the event (even if it means flying once a month) because for some us looking at the list of 91 airports in BC could be intimidating. That being said we are making a point of providing all of our participants with an opportunity to win.

The rules for the Challenge are as follows: 1. Pilots must be members of the Victoria Flying Club.

2. The first category of pilots will include pilots flying club aircraft; and the second category is for owners flying their own aircraft.

3. Fly safe. This is a challenge, not a race.

4. You must be the pilot in command of an aircraft to count an airport. The pilot in command of an aircraft can count both departing and destination airport as visited when flying a cross country flight. Local flights that start and end at CYYJ will not be counted.

5. It’s fine if two people fly multiple legs together and each pilot claims one of the legs; but you may not enter as a team.

6. While there are no teams, we wish to stress that this is a fun challenge so we encourage pilots to fly as a group, either in the same aircraft, or as a group of aircraft. This also offers added safety measures. For example, the group can decide if

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the weather is safe; or if there is a mechanical problem you have some back up.

7. Student pilots are able to record an airport if they are pilot in command for that leg. This would include flying on a solo cross country flight. A student pilot flying with another pilot is called a passenger.

8. Not all airports in BC qualify for this challenge. Private airports and airports with unsuitable runway surfaces will be excluded. The Club has excluded airports with gravel, grass and other non-paved surfaces to protect aircraft from damage. VFC Policy for taking Club planes out are that if a strip is registered and longer than 2000’ it’s acceptable, for shorter aerodromes pilots require permission to go there. The complete list of qualifying airports can be found at the VFC Dispatch counter or on the VFC Group Facebook page.

9. Touch and goes do not count.

The flight must have a full stop to count the airport. A photo on the ground is also required. Show them off to our dispatchers or on our Facebook or Twitter pages.

10. The prize categories have been published on the VFC Group Facebook page. For more information please feel free to as the VFC office staff or anyone on the Board. Prize categories and prizes will be posted on the Challenge Wall and will be published in The Patrician.

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also be made for all pilots registered in the challenge who have visited at least one airport that month. For each airport a pilot visits, the pilot will receive one ticket for the airport visited. Two monthly participation prizes will be drawn each month. Each month the draw count will be restarted. Surprise Spot Prizes are awarded whenever our VicePresident is feeling frisky so get out there and fly because you just never know!

12. Like everything in aviation there will be some paperwork.

Upon returning to the club the pilot must notify the front desk about the airports visited.

The front desk will record the achievement and place the information on the Challenge Wall.

13. Our last rule is that for each airport visited the pilot must: a. take a photo of themselves or the aircraft (or both) at the airport; b. In the alternative, the pilot can provide a piece of trivia about the airport or the region.

For example, did you know that Chilliwack has the best pie at any airport in BC? What about that the first airplane ever to land in Nelson was in 1912 but it wasn’t until 1971 that a permanent airport was constructed; c. Extra love if you leave a VFC pen behind at the airport.

14. Have fun, stay safe and tell us all about your adventures!

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Feature Article Note from the Vice-President:

Hope:

Prince George:

Our BC Airport Challenge has been met with unprecedented support and encouragement from the business community across the Province and the aviation community across Canada!

Every single morning I wake up to an email from another one of your cheerleaders. I am so excited about your potential and possibility (not to mention all of the unbelievable prizes) that I can barely contain my enthusiasm. This is going to be a year of incredible challenge for many of us. I know you’re gonna knock it out of the park! I know every single one of you will be gracious and tenacious. Everyone knows you’re on your way. Fly safe!

Have a great time! And use your best manners.

For the first person to fly to all the airports within 125NM of CYYJ, the Hope Regional Airpark has a prize of 100 L of 100LL - AV Gas. Fuel voucher will be redeemable at the Hope Regional Airpark. Aside from the fuel, they have also connected with many businesses in the area to provide all of our participating pilots with discounts at local attractions, so they can experience the Fraser Valley Regional District by land and air! So make sure to connect with Grant and/or Darla at the Hope Airpark or call us at 604 860 3402.

When you fly into YXS, the good people from the Prince George Airport Authority have a prize waiting for you. There’s a bit of a catch though. We have to let them know you’re coming so please pass on your information to our dispatchers they will make sure they are expecting you.

Camping under wing is available at the Hope Airpark, and they have all the comforts of home at the Airpark for your use, including a full kitchen, lounge, and if you really need it - a shower too.

Fairmont Hot Springs: Did you know that all of the pilots who land at Fairmont Hot Springs Airport get their coveted key chain? If you fly there this year for the Challenge, make sure to leave them a pen. They have kindly sent us some goodies for fun.

Colin at Courtenay Airpark

Jeremy at Gilles Bay

Andrew at Tofino

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Jessica lands in Victoria

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BC Airport Challenge Prizes!

There are prizes available for participating each month. Every time you visit an airport on the approved list, your name is entered into the monthend draw.

January Participation Prize Winners: Dave Gustufson $50 Keg Gift Card donated by the Red Boot Lady Ken Teghtmeyer Viking Air Prize Package Surprise Spot Prize Winners: First to post photos: Jeremy Prpich $30 Starbucks Gift Card donated by Morahan Law First Airport in February: Ben Hartman $30 Starbucks Gift Card donated by Morahan Law February’s prize winner’s will be drawn soon.

And here’s what’s coming up in March!

March Participation Prizes: $50 Japanese Village Gift Certificate donated by the law firm of Woodward and Company Canadian Skies Magazine Gift Package donated

by MHM Publishing Below: A note of encouragement from our friends at Canadian Skies Magazine.

If you don’t fly, you can’t win!

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COPA Quadrant

Once again, the Flight 6 meeting saw a big turnout on February 5th at the Catalina. The star attraction was John Howroyd and his delightfully enthusiastic presentation on custom-built aircraft; not just building, but maintaining, flying and having a whole lot of fun with them. Anyone who hears John speak will be swept up with the same joie de vivre. Thank you John for coming down from Ravensfield to make the presentation.

The next regular meeting of Flight 6 will be Wednesday, April 2 at the Catalina. As always, come early for food and socializing before the 7 PM start. The topic for the evening will be US Customs procedures. We encourage anyone interested to come join us. As always, participation is absolutely free! For further information please contact

EAGLEZILLA!

By Eleanor Eastick Three times in the last two months, an eagle has appeared to challenge our aircraft as we flew at 2500’ to 3000’ southeast bound from CAT 4 to CYYJ. These encounters of an unwelcome kind took place in each instance between Coombs and the northwest end of Nanoose Aviation Excellence Since 1946

copaflight6@gmail.com.

It looks as if Mother Nature had a mind of her own when it came to the proposed February flyout to Texada Island. The flyout and its rain date were both cancelled. But better weather is surely just around the corner and the flyout schedule still stands.

Join us!

You do not need to be a member of COPA or VFC to attend any of our events!

For more information on COPA Flight 6:copaflight6@gmail.com For flyout information: flyoutbug@gmail.com

Bay. Eaglezilla always flew in from two o’clock, slightly above us and at the last minute dived and passed under the aircraft.

When a bird strike threatens, do not alter altitude, speed or course; put your lights on. Birds will dive when frightened. Don’t tell them you’re scared too!

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2014 Flyout Schedule Mar 2nd - Courtenay April 12th - Boeing Field May 19th - Squamish / Pemberton June 7th - Alert Bay July 1st - Friday Harbour Aug 4th - Hope / Pemberton Sep 6th - Osoyoos Oct 4th - Chilliwack /

Rowena`s Nov 11th - Boundary Bay /

Delta Air Park Dec 20th - Abbotsford A $20/hr rental discount on VFC aircraft will remain in effect during these days, and a new fuel discount (for owners) is being implemented for any VFC member participating in these flyouts.

Eagles are seagulls with a good hairdo.

Douglas Coupland

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Flight Training

PRIVATE PILOT GROUNDSCHOOL Monday and Wednesday 1900-2200 Victoria Flying Club Classroom

DATE TOPIC INSTRUCTOR

Mar 03

Review

Colin

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ATC and COPA

Jason G. & COPA

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CARS and Licencing

Kristen

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CARS and Licencing

Kristen

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Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight

Jeff

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Human Factors and Pilot Decision Making

Laura

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Airframes and Engines

Sean T.

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Systems and Flight Instruments

Sean T.

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Radio and Electronic Theory

Sean T.

Apr 02 Meteorology Tyler

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Meteorology

Tyler

09 Meteorology Tyler 14 Meteorology Tyler 16 Meteorology Tyler

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Meteorology

Tyler

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Flight Operations

Colin

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Flight Operations

Colin

May 05

Navigation

Brendan

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Navigation

Brendan

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Navigation

Brendan

To Register for Groundschool, or to purchase a Groundschool Kit, please contact the Victoria Flying Club office at info@flyvfc.com or 250-656-2833.

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First Solos

Kevin McManus Instructor: Brett Stevens

Robin Huenicke Instructor: Kristen Ursel

Ron Johns Instructor: Brendan O’Hare

Tomoki Beniya Instructor: Hana Nakahara

“Without disruption of air traffic, these fearless, forthright, indomitable and courageous individuals did venture into the wild blue yonder in flying machines.

Furthermore, these skillful individuals did safely land said flying machines at Victoria International Airport, incurring no significant damage to self or machine, thus completing first solo flights.”

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VFC News

Victoria Flying Club 2013 Income Tax Procedure Please Note: Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (CCRA) has recently been requiring proof of enrollment in the Commercial Pilot Program before allowing a deduction for the hours under the Private Pilot Licence. A letter from the Club confirming enrollment in the CPL is available to students actively pursuing a CPL (i.e, a Category 1 Medical, enrollment in Commercial Ground school, working towards a Night Rating or actively completing the dual requirements of the CPL). Members are reminded that all deductions taken are the responsibility of the person claiming the deduction on their tax return.

Instructions: Complete all areas of this form. There is no need to complete the form if you reached the maximum hours per course in 2012. Mail/fax/or drop off this form to Dispatch.

Allowable deductions: Licence or Endorsement:

As outlined by Revenue Canada Taxation 875 Heron Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0L8 Private Pilot Licence Commercial Pilot Licence Instructor’s Rating Night Rating

Allowable Tuition Fees (Please read carefully): Private Pilot Course Any number of dual flying hours. Solo hours to the extent that dual and solo hours do not exceed a total of forty-five hours. Revenue Canada has been requiring proof of enrollment in the Commercial Pilot Licence program prior to allowing a deduction for the PPL. (See above) Commercial Pilot Course Any number of dual flying hours and solo hours to the extent that dual and solo hours do not exceed a total of sixty-five hours (Commercial Licence).

NO CREDIT MAY BE TAKEN FOR TIME BUILDING OR HOURS IN EXCESS OF THE TRANSPORT CANADA MINIMUMS. Private Pilot Course Only Ground school Jan 1 to December 31, 2013

$300.00

$___________

________hours dual Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2013 ________hours solo Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2013 ________hours dual and solo claimed in 2012 and earlier re private licence ________TOTAL CLAIM in hours (CANNOT EXCEED 45 HOURS)

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VFC News Commercial Pilot Course Ground school Jan 1 to December 31, 2013

$495.00

$___________

Ground school Retread

$ 50.00

$___________

________hours dual Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2013 ________hours solo Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2013 ________hours dual and solo claimed in 2012 and earlier re commercial licence ________TOTAL CLAIM in hours (CANNOT EXCEED 65 HOURS) Other Ratings Rating:______________________ Hours: Dual____________ Solo___________ To Be Completed By The Student I, _________________________ certify that: I intend to work in the occupation of _______________________and that I was enrolled in the course entitled ______________________in order to furnish me with skills in that occupation OR I am qualified as a ___________________________ and that I was enrolled in the course entitled ___________________________ in order to improve my skills in that occupation.

My hours claimed for 2013, when combined with hours claimed in 2012 and earlier does not exceed the maximums outlined of 45 hours for private and 65 hours for commercial course. __________________________ Signature of Student

____________________________ Date

Do you wish your tax form mailed or picked up?______________________________ Tax Forms received by Victoria Flying Club prior to February 1, 2014 will be completed by February 28, 2014.

For Office Use Only Date received ____________________ Course _____________________________ Hours:

________________

Dual $______________

________________

Solo

Ground Briefing: ________________ Ground school:

$______________

Dual $______________ $______________

Total Hours Claimed: ____________Private _____________

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You can obtain your Private Pilots Licence from the Victoria Flying Club before you graduate highschool?

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Within two years of graduation, you can complete your Commercial Pilots Licence AND a Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Victoria?

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Commercial flight training at VFC meets the requirements for the Canada Student Loans Program and StudentAid BC?

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Victoria Flying Club alumni are currently flying for international airlines, charter companies, and the military?

Your future is cleared for take off!

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