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Calendar of Events
To list your group’s event on a space available basis, please send your event notice with
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AUGUST
3 Q Heber City, UT: CAF Planes & Horsepower Car Show, 8 a.m., Russ
McDonald Field, cafutahwing.org.
Q Boone, IA: Fly Iowa, 7 a.m., Boone Municipal Airport, flyiowa.org. NEW TANKS -
Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air QUOTES ON:
Cherokee Tanks 10 YEAR WARRANTY
Fuel Cells & Metal Tanks
2—4 Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org. Repair, overhauled & new
Q Seattle, WA: Seafair Weekend, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Genesee Park, seafair.com. Technical Information or
3—4 Q Ypsilanti, MI: Thunder over Michigan, Willow Run Airport, Free Fuel Grade Decals
yankeeairmuseum.org.
Q Rockland, ME: Wings & Wheels, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Owls Head
Museum, (207) 594-4418, owlshead.org.
Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com.
5 Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air
Museum, (909) 597-7576. 17
Q Chino, CA: Open Cockpit Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Yanks Air Museum, MONARCH PREMIUM CAPS
(909) 597-1735, www.yanksair.org. Premium Stainless Steel
9 — 11 Q Abbotsford, BC: Abbotsford Int’l. Airshow, gates Fri. 3 p.m./ Sat. & Umbrella Caps
Sun. 9 a.m., (604) 852-8511, abbotsfordairshow.com. for your
10 Q Redding, CA: Historic Display Day/FAA Safety Seminar, 10 a.m. to Cessna 177 through 210
noon, Benton Air Center , (530) 241-4204.
10 — 11 Q Salem, OR: Warbirds over The West, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., McNary Field, info@hartwig-fuelcell.com
b17alliance.com.
11 Q Waterford, MI: OCIA Air Show & Open House, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., www.hartwig-fuelcell.com

Oakland County Int’l. Airport, (248) 666-3900, oakgov.com.
Q Hagerstown, MD: Open Airplane Afternoon, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hagerstown
Regional Airport, (301) 733-8717, hagerstownaviationmuseum.org.
13 Q Gatineau, Quebec: Aéro Gatineau-Ottawa - RAF Red Arrows,
Aéroport Exécutif Gatineau, aerogatineauottawa.com.
15 Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., Montgomery Keeping aircraft in the air since 1952
Field, (619) 301-2530.
15 — 17 Q Conneaut, OH: D-Day WWII Reenactment, noon, Conneaut Township US: 1-800-843-8033 INTL: 1-204-668-3234
Park, www.ddayohio.us. CDN: 1-800-665-0236 FAX: 1-204-339-3351
Q Arlington, WA: Arlington Balloon & Airplane Festival Fly-In, main
16 — 18 gate noon, Arlington Municipal Airport, (360) 435-5857,

arlingtonflyin.org. MHSince
17 Q San Luis Obispo, CA: Vintage Aircraft Associate’s Airport Day, San 1985
Luis Obispo Airport, (805) 801-7641. FLY HIGH
Q Riverside, CA: Aircraft Display Day Fly-In, 8 a.m., Flabob Airport, Aviation Oxygen Systems
(951) 683-2309, www.flabob.org. with
Q Petaluma, CA: Historic Airplane Appreciation Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
Petaluma Municipal Airport, (707) 778-4404. Mountain
Q Burlington, WA: HFM’s August Fly Day “Honoring Veterans,”
10 a.m., Skagit Regional Airport, (360) 424-5151, heritageflight.org.
17 — 18 Q Sioux Falls, SD: So. Dakota ANG Airshow, gates 8:30 a.m., Joe Foss High MOUNTAIN HIGH
Field, siouxfallsairshow.com. Made in the USA Equipment & Supply Company
Q Chicago, IL: Chicago Air & Water Show, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lake
Michigan Lakefront, (312) 742-1168, chicago.gov. GA and Rotorcraft Pilots use MH Oxygen Systems with Pulse-DemandTM
Q Camarillo, CA: Wings over Camarillo Air Show, gates 9 a.m.,
Camarillo Airport, (805) 419-3530, wingsovercamarillo.com. sss Makes flying at the higher altitudes safe and comfortable sss

Q Akron, OH: Props & Pistons Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Akron-Fulton Portable Pulse-DemandTM Systems
Airport, (330) 807-4065, flyohio.wixsite.com.
Q Edmonton, Alberta: Edmonton Airshow, gates 10 a.m., Villeneuve MH XCP
Airport, edmontonairshow.com. 1-4 Place
Q Akron, OH: Props & Pistons Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Akron-Fulton
Int’l. Airport, (330) 807-4065, flyohio.com. Cross-Country
Q Toughkenamon, PA: Festival of Flight Air & Car Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 0ILOT
New Garden Flying Field, (610) 268-2619, newgardenflyingfield.com. System

Q Santa Rosa, CA: Open Cockpit Day, 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.
18 Q San Diego, CA: Historic Aircraft Display, noon to 2 p.m., Montgomery EZ BreatheTM
Field, (619) 301-2530. Cannulas
21 Q Atlantic City, NJ: Thunder over the Boardwalk, 11:30 a.m., Atlantic
City Beachfront, airshow.acchamber.com.
23 — 24 Q Madras, OR: Airshow of the Cascades, gates Fri. 2 p.m./Sun. 9 a.m.,
Madras Municipal Airport, (541) 475-0155, cascadeairshow.com.
23 — 25 Q Ankeny, IA: Central Iowa Airshow, gates Fri. 4:30 p.m./ Sat. & Sun.
8 a.m., Ankeny Regional Airport, (641) 680-4083, ciairshow.com. Visit us at
24 Q Englewood, CO: Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance, 6 to 10 p.m.,
Booth B-66

Centennial Airport, (303) 758-2130, morganadamsconcours.org. at

Q Bellingham, WA: Bellingham AirFest, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sun'n'Fun

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FAA/CAMI
Bellingham Int’l. Airport, (360) 671-5674, portofbellingham.com. Tested
24 Q Everett, WA: FHC Luftwaffe Fly Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Paine Field, www.MHoxygen.com s sales@mhoxygen.com

(206) 342-4242, flyingheritage.org.

4 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

COVER STORY

A-4S FOREVER!

By Art Nalls actual fleet jet. I flew the OA-4Ms,
assigned to Headquarters and Main-
When I received my wings of tenance Squadron (H&MS-32) at MCAS
gold in June, 1979, those Cherry Point. This version was a highly
bumper stickers were all over modified TA-4J, designed specifically as a
every U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps platform for Forward Air Controller (FAC)
jet base, and for good reasons. By that Airborne. These proficiency flights were
time, the A-4 “Skyhawk” built by the to keep me current before my Harrier
Douglas Aircraft Corporation, had flight class convened and so I could
already been in service for nearly three become familiar with the local course
decades, been to war, and was a work- rules. It was considered too much for stu-
horse of USN and USMC jet aviation. dents to learn new course rules and a com-
Known as the “Scooter” and “Heine- pletely new airplane such as the “Harrier,”
mann’s Hot Rod,” all but a few jet avia- so we took baby steps. In my opinion, the
tors, who were provided advanced jet multi-tone gray camo OA-4M, with its
training by the USAF during Viet Nam, added hump back for the radios, and
cut their teeth in A-4’s. I carrier-qualified “MARINES” on the aft fuselage, was one
in a TA-4J, BuNo 158509 on May 2, of the best looking A-4s. It was just plain
1979 with a whopping 250.2 hours of sexy. Flying it, however, was another story
total flight time. That was the average for another time, and its service with the
flight time for Student Naval Aviators Marines was short lived.
(SNA) making their second and final car-
rier qualification before being “winged” Continued on Page 9
and was already fond of and comfortable
with the “Skyhawk.” Victor Miller owns this beauty. He keeps

Many newly minted pilots, myself it at Old Perrin Air Force Base in
included, also flew A-4s at their next duty
station, prior to transition training in their Sherman, Texas. (Erik Johnston)

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COVER STORY PHOTO FINISH

A-4S RUSSELL CRONK’S
FOREVER! PQ-14

By Art Nalls Story and Photos by
Photos by Erik Johnston Anthony Taylor
Story Begins on Page 4 Story on Page 49

NEWS Cover Photo Courtesy Nalls Aviation, Photo by Erik Johnston COLUMNS

FAA Releases PAFI Program Update ........................................................8 Editorial: DBUS2 Drone, Great Family Fun Flying Into Writing: Catalina’s Airport in the Sky
FAA Establishes New Restrictions on Drone Operations....................11 By Ed Downs ..................................................................6 By Eric McCarthy ............................................................17
Dynon Obtains Certification for SkyView HDX......................................19
California Airports Awarded $23.6 Million in Grants ............................20 Dayton Airshow 2019 Featuring Team Oracle Flying With Faber: Fishing with Faber – An Alaskan
Arlington Balloon & Airplane Fest Promises Fun for All ....................24 By Mike Heilman ............................................................13 Paradise
Flight Test Historical Foundation Sets Gathering of Eagles for Oct. 19 ..26 By Stuart J. Faber............................................................29
NATA Applauds Reconfirmation of NTSB Chair Sumwalt ..................28 The Adler Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Manned
Aircraft Spruce Now Distributor for Lycoming Parts............................44 Lunar Landing Homebuilder’s Workshop: Sloshkosh Deux
Ghosts Calendars 2020 Feature WWI and WWII....................................46 By Larry E. Nazimek ......................................................22 By Ed Wischmeyer ..........................................................32
Purdue Orders 13 New Piper Archers ....................................................47
Ten Reasons to Attend AirVenture Next Year SafeLandings: The Unstablized Approach
Wrap-up, awards, news and more... By Annamarie Buonocore ..............................................34 ....................................................................................42
Stories Starting on Page 34
DEPARTMENTS

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

6 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

Editorial By Ed Downs

2008 Aviat Husky A-1C 1974 Cessna T310Q DBUS2 DRONE,

GREAT FAMILY FUN

325 TTAF. 325 SMOH. AirplanesUSA proudly presents this im- An incredibly equipped and well cared for T310Q.The avionics As regular readers of In Flight
maculate, low time Aviat Husky A-1C to the market. One reflect the best that current technology offers to GA. Fully ADS- USA may know, this writer
owner since new, she has been meticulously maintained and B in and out equipped, weather and traffic both displayed on the acquired his sUAS Pilot
hangared in the midwest her entire life! Taxiing to the dock is Garmin 750.Outstanding maintenance history and weekly flying. Certificate virtually the same day the cer-
simplified with a reversing propeller functional as a brake - this An immaculate panel and clean exterior and interior are compli- tificate became available. While proud of
was a $40,000 upgrade. This aircraft needs nothing! Land or mented by recent boots and factory new hot propellers, spinners a 60-plus year career as a professional
splash down at your home airport today! ....................$209,000 and bulkheads in 2016.Although the engines are running strong pilot, much of which was involved with
with great compression and clean oil, they are beyond TBO and flight-test engineering, I surprised myself
1970 Piper Arrow the price is designed to reflect this condition..................$89,900 by adding a “drone” certificate to
my collection of pilot rat-
MOONEY M20C MARK 21 ings. I immediately
began teaching
4917 TTAF, 276 SMOH. Clean and well maintained Piper Arrow 5018 TTAF, 787 SFOH. Stored in dry San Jose and Sonoma Valley, CA for drone classes for nical side of the DBUS2. To be frank, the
more than 4 decades. LASAR in Clear Lake, CA did the 2018 annual and sUAS certification Drones by US website does a much better
with ADS-B In/Out! Garmin GTX 345 integrated with Garmin other recent maintenance work, including a recent ADS-B upgrade.With a and continue to be job than I with the technical stuff, but there
low time factory overhauled engine, custom wood grain instrument panel, quite active in training are some features worth a big mention.
530W. Great transition from a trainer to a single with retractable and maintenance by one of the finest GA maintenance shops available, this folks with Technically First, the DBUS2 navigational system,
plane needs nothing and is ready to fly to a new home............$39,900 Advanced Aircraft (TAA). referred to as Visual Inertial Odometry
landing gear and controllable-pitch propeller.Beautiful cross coun- Given all this flying experience and skill (VIO), revolutionizes drone navigation.
try IFR platform with low time engine .............................$72,000 with complex, advanced aircraft, one No time-consuming compass calibrations,
would think I would be the ideal person no imprecise GPS positioning, no finicky
Steve Feldman • Sales Manager to evaluate a drone… think again. This optic flow ultrasonic sensor to worry
(650) 394-7610 • steve@airplanesusa.com writer readily admits to being a drone about. The DBUS2 is the only consumer
dummy. drone empowered with VIO technology.
San Carlos Airport • 620 Airport Way • San Carlos, California 94070 This system basically uses a visual sight-
The good folks at Drones by US ing lens that sees features and terrain tex-
AirplanesUSA of Chicago AirplanesUSA of Florida (www.dronesbyus.com), a young compa- ture, remembers them and integrates that
ny located in Santa Clara, Calif., thank- imaging with inertial type navigation sens-
(847) 331-3133 (954) 491-1700 fully ignored my self-professed igno- ing. The bottom line is, kick the tires and
rance and kindly sent me their latest light the fires, from in the pocket (and I
www.airplanesusa.com offering, the DBUS2 personal drone with mean shirt pocket!) to flight in less than
the open-ended request to “treat it like two minutes… I timed it!
CFI ACADEMY you would an experimental airplane and
IT’S NOT CFI; IT’S CF-WHY let us know what you think.” They did Multiple Smart Flight features such
not seem to care that I regularly crash my as object tracking, return home, integrat-
CFI Academy has been training FAA Certificated Flight Instructors since computer, remain confused by the 842 ed Smart gestures, Smart memory route,
1988. Maintaining focus and staying dedicated to teaching CFI courses features of my cell phone (of which, I use automatic landing with loss of signal,
exclusively for this long, we really are the experts in the Flight Instructor seven), or have a reputation for breaking auto orbiting (for remarkable video
Training business. delicate electronics. shots), and the ability to learn a pre-flight
plan for autonomous flight all allow for
Come to the EXPERTS in the field to train for the most The Drones by US team had no way great photo flexibility. The entire opera-
demanding and challenging checkride you will ever take! of knowing that this report would end up tion is managed from your cell phone,
being a nearly three-month ordeal, which displays what DBUS2 is seeing. It
• On-campus housing – custom built – means total immersion for delayed by nearly 45 days of torrential is able to take high-res still videos or
three weeks, and no distractions. rains, tornadoes (my ranch is in stills. Once again, check out the website
Oklahoma), floods, and non-stop surface for specifics. There is a lot of capability
• From course start date to checkride completion – three weeks. winds of near hurricane strength. These loaded into a neat, small package.
adventures were punctuated with killer
• Flat Rate Ground School – the biggest variable in the training cost high temperatures, magazine deadlines, The Star Party was a great place to
for CFI. and an intense training schedule, all try out the DBUS2. While hitting the
requiring great patience by Drones by edge of darkness (having been alerted
CFI Academy 1-916-209-0234 US. At the end of July, the Tulsa that the VIO system needs light), the first
3700 E Jahant Rd. admin@cfiacademy.com Astronomy Club announced a major pub- flight was announced, as required by
Acampo, CA 95220 Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. lic “star party” night in honor of the first FAA regs, and a tap of the auto take-off
moon landing, with this writer planning icon resulted in steady hover. Having
CFIACADEMY.COM to join in with both a scope and, finally,
the DBUS2 drone. This was a perfect Continued on Page 12
chance to take photos for a national
astronomy publication and introduce a
large audience to drone flying… by a
drone dummy.

But first, let’s talk a bit about the tech-

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Calendar of Events
Continued from Page 3

24 Q Flagstaff, AZ: Thunder over Flagstaff, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Flagstaff
Pulliam, Airport, (928) 213-2932, eaachapter856.org.
24 — 25 Q Rochester, NY: Rochester Int’l. Air Show, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Greater FINALLY!
Rochester Int’l. Airport, rocairshow.com.
Q Newburgh, NY: New York Air Show, gates 9 a.m., Stewart Int’l. A CARD FOR PILOTS.
Airport, (321) 395-3110, airshowny.com.
Q Long Pond, PA: Festival of Flight, gates 10 a.m., Pocono Raceway, 2%
poconoraceway.com.
Q Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec: Spectacle Aérien de Rivière-du-Loup, gates CASH BACK1
9 a.m., Aéroport de Rivière-du-Loup, spectacleaerienrdl.com.
Q Nampa, ID: Warhawk Air Museum Warbird Roundup, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fuel, Flight Schools, & FBO's
Nampa Municipal Airport, (208) 465-6446, warhawkairmuseum.org.
Q Lititz, PA: Community Days, gates 10 a.m., Lancaster Airport, (717) Switch today to the new AOPA credit card, and stop
569-1221, lancasterairport.com. paying too much on your aviation purchases.
28 Q Brantford, Ont.: Community Charity Airshow, gates 10 a.m., Brantford
Municipal Airport, (905) 679-4183, www.communitycharityairshow.com. A CASH BACK1 REDEMPTION IS APPLIED AS A STATEMENT CREDIT. QUARTERLY BONUS POINT CAP OF 2,500 POINTS*.
30 — Sep. 2 Q Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Fleet Week, L.A. Waterfront, lafleetweek. com.
31 Q Marion, IN: Fly-in/Cruise-In, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Marion Municipal learn more at AOPA.org/creditcard
Airport, (765) 662-0988, flyincruisein.com.
Q Bethel, PA: Golden Age Air Museum Flying Circus Airshow, gates *CERTAIN POINTS AND PURCHASES RESTRICTIONS APPLY, SEE FULL REWARDS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
10 a.m., Grimes Airfield, (717) 933-9566, goldenageair.org. FOR FULL DETAILS AT AOPA.ORG/CREDITCARD. .REWARDS POINTS CAN BE REDEEMED FOR CASH BACK
Q Lancaster, TX: Warbirds on Parade, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lancaster OR OTHER REDEMPTION ITEMS PROVIDED THROUGH AOPA PILOT REWARDS. A CASH BACK REDEMPTION
Regional Airport, (972) 974-0142, dfwwing.com. IS APPLIED AS A STATEMENT CREDIT. THE STATEMENT CREDIT WILL REDUCE YOUR BALANCE BUT YOU ARE
31 — Sep. 1 Q Greenwood, Nova Scotia: Air Show Atlantic, gates 10 a.m., Greenwood STILL REQUIRED TO MAKE AT LEAST YOUR MINIMUM PAYMENT. A MINIMUM OF 2,500 POINTS IS NEEDED TO
Airport, (855) 465-2725, airshowatlantic.ca. REDEEM FOR CASH BACK. VALUES FOR NON-CASH BACK REDEMPTION ITEMS SUCH AS MERCHANDISE, GIFT
Q Yankton, SD: Yankton Air Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Chan Gurney CARDS, AND TRAVEL MAY VARY.
Municipal Airport, (605) 661-7525, yankstonsd.com.
31 — Sep. 2 Q Cleveland, OH: Cleveland National Air Show, gates 9 a.m., Burke
Lakefront Airport, (216) 781-0747, clevelandairshow.com.
Q Toronto, Canada: Canadian Int’l. Air Show, noon to 3 p.m., Canadian
National Exhibition Rose Garden, theex.com.
SEPTEMBER
3 Q Chino, CA: Kilroy Coffee Klatch, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air
Museum, (909) 597-7576.
6—8 Q Gatineau, Quebec: AERO Gatieau-Ottawa Airshow, Gatineau Airport,
(613) 720-5837, aerogatineauottawa.com.
7 Q Waukegan, IL: Northern Illinois Airshow, gates 9:30 a.m., Waukegan
Regional Airport, (847-) 244-0055, northernillonoisairshow.com.
Q Osceola, WI: Osceola Wheels & Wings, gates 7 a.m., L.O. Simenstad
Municipal Airport, (715) 450-0399, wheelswings.com.
Q Hagerstown, MD: Wings & Wheels Expo, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hagerstown
Regional Airport, (301) 733-8717, wingsandwheelsexpo.com.
Q Corsicana, TX: Corsicana Airsho, gates 8:30 a.m., C. David Campbell
Field, coyotesquadron.org.
Q San Jose, CA: Airport Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Reid-Hillview Airport,
(408) 615-1454, hotsanjosenights.com.
Q Hollister, CA: Antique Aircraft Display & Fly-In, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Frazier Lake Airpark, (408) 835-1694, frazierlake.com.
Q Chino, CA: Living History Flying Day, 10 a.m., Planes of Fame Air
Museum, (909) 597-3722, www.planesoffame.org.
7—8 Q Kokomo, IN: Grissom Air & Space Expo, gates 8:30 a.m., Grissom
ARB, grissom.afrc.af.mil.
Q St. Louis, MO: Spirit of St. Louis Air Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Spirit
of St. Louis Airport, (314) 529-1963, spirit-airshow.com.
Q Hood River, OR: WAAAM Hood River Fly-In, open 8 a.m., Ken
Jernstedt Airfield, (541) 308-1600, waaamuseum.org.
Q Medford, NJ: Flying W Airshow, gates 11 a.m., Flying W Airport,
(609) 267-7673, www.flyingwairport.com.
8 Q Oakland, CA: Open Cockpit Day, noon, Oakland Aviation Museum,
(510) 638-7100, oaklandaviationmuseum.org.
Q Redding, CA: Historic Display Day/FAA Safety Seminar, 10 a.m. to
noon, Benton Air Center , (530) 241-4204.
11 — 15 Q Reno, NV: Reno National Championship Air Races, Reno Stead Airport,
(775) 972-6663, airrace.org.
13 — 14 Q Tullahoma, TN: AOPA Fly-In, 8 a.m., Tullahoma Regional Airport, aopa.org.
13 — 15 Q London, Ontario: Airshow London, London Int’l. Airport, (519) 433-
0200, airshowlondon.com.
14 Q Hughesville, PA: Lycoming County Balloonfest & Air Show, gates
10 a.m., Lycoming Fairgrounds, (570) 279-6192, lcrotary.com.
Q Ocean City, NJ: Airport Festival, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ocean City
Municipal Airport, (609) 399-6111, ocnj.us.
Q Burnet, TX: CAF Bluebonnet Airshow, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Burnet
Municipal Airport, (512) 756-2226, bluebonnetairshow.com.
Q Dulles, VA: Dulles Day Plane Pull, all day, Washington Dulles Int’l.
Airport, planepull.com.
Q Burlington, WA: HFM’s September Fly Day “Warbird Weekend,”
10 a.m., Skagit Regional Airport, (360) 424-5151, heritageflight.org.
14 — 15 Q Logan, UT: Cache AirFest, Logan-Cache Airport, cacheairfest.com.
Q Dover, MD: Dover AFB Open House & Air Show, gates 9:30 a.m., dover.af.mil.
15 Q Ocean City, NJ: Boardwalk Aerobatic Airshow, 1 p.m., over the water
between 6th to 14th Streets, (609) 399-6111.
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8 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

By Mark Baker BIT BY THE BUG experience through a combination of
technology and training.
AOPA President and CEO Enthusiasm for Flying is Contagious
Flying clubs are another great way to
Many people define the 1920s believe we can each make small yet sig- You Can Fly initiative was pleased this share the cost of ownership and find
and 1930s as the “Golden Age nificant changes to turn things around–at year to administer a scholarship program some wonderful camaraderie as well.
of Flight.” Enthusiasm for avi- least when it comes to the cockpit. for the James Ray Foundation, providing AOPA has a cadre of resources for flying
ation was contagious, spreading across some $1 million for 100 scholarships for clubs and has helped to start 117 new
the globe. In the decades following, gen- Boeing’s pilot and technician out- students and teachers. The Ray clubs in the past few years.
eration after generation continued to look shows a need for 804,000 new civil Foundation grant gives high school stu-
catch the bug. Like many others, the epi- pilots, 769,000 new maintenance techni- dents and teachers the resources they We need to continue growing the
demic struck me in the early 1970s, and cians, and more than 900,000 new cabin need to be successful. Many of the stu- pilot community so we can rely on the
I’ve been hooked ever since. And while crew to maintain and fly the world’s fleet dents enrolled in the program do not next generation to promote, advocate for,
today’s opportunities are immense, the of aircraft over the next 20 years. come from aviation backgrounds, allow- and fly the newest machines being intro-
past few decades have seen a decline in Combine that with the several thousand ing us to reach new audiences and lead- duced in our world. Vertical takeoff and
participation. But flying isn’t alone in that pilots who are hitting retirement age, and ing to a more diverse pilot community. landing aircraft, supersonic travel, and an
regard. we’ve either got ourselves a perfect storm exciting world of technology are just get-
or a huge opportunity. AOPA also works with flight ting started. Sure, people were fascinated
Sports such as golf and adventurous schools around the country to ensure that with flight a hundred years ago, but I’m
activities like skiing and sailing are also Many might argue that the reason for students are getting the most out of their sure they are just as fascinated with it
in somewhat of a rut. And while I don’t the decline in these types of activities is flight training dollar. Our annual Flight today. So before gassing up for Sunday’s
have all the answers as to why the greens cost. And although – and never has been Training Experience Survey recognizes afternoon flight, invite a friend – after all,
are vacant and the lifts are empty, I cheap – there are ways for pilots to cut flight training providers who personify one bite is all it takes.
the costs, and for non-aviators to join our leadership, passion, and dedication with-
ranks. in the industry while also helping flight
schools create an optimal flight training
Flight training scholarships are one
way to achieve this dream. The AOPA

FAA RELEASES PAFI PROGRAM UPDATE

Last month the FAA issued an on a “PAFI Deployment Guide” that will NATA continues to participate on the
unleaded avgas progress update announc- provide a roadmap to successfully deploy
ing the “test results with the Shell fuel an unleaded avgas into all sectors of the Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFbIo),uat the PAFI
were not successful with testing indicat- aviation community from the refineries to
ing additional refinements are required.” the wingtips of aircraft. government and industry collaboration,
Shell is committed to additional R&D and wTe hweilPl ibsetosnuArevtioatikoenepFuyeoluInaiptpiartiisveedIncludes Four Key Elements
efforts to make the proper adjustments PAFI’s test experience which brackets on the1d.eveFlloepemt-wenidt eanAdudtheoprliozyamtioentQoufaalification Test Program
for a safe and viable unleaded avgas. engine, aircraft, materials, and toxicology new unBlaesaeddedoanvitahteionrefcuoeml(ms)etnhdaattcioansbeof the Unleaded Avgas Transition Aviation
has served to accentuate the extent of the avRauilaebmlaekifnogr Cthoemgmeniteterea,l FaAviAatieosntabfliesehte. d a fleet-wide authorization test program to
The FAA has also been conducting challenge to identify an acceptable unlead- Foidrenfutirftyhearndindfeoprmloyataiosna,feviusnitletahdeedNaAvTgAas with the least impact on the U.S. fleet of over
screening testing of three fuels not previ- ed fuel for general aviation. Accordingly, it w1e7b0s,i0te00atpwiswtown-.ennagtain.aeearoircraft. Congress fully funded this 5-year test program in which
ously part of the PAFI program at the is recognized that the scope of PAFI must
William J. Hughes Technical Center dur- expand to support the necessary research 17 fuel formulations from a government Screening Information Request (SIR) submit-
ing the first 6 months of 2019. The FAA and development while engaging other ted to FAA in 2014 were evaluated and down selected to the most promising candidates
states, “The FAA alternative fuels pro- candidate fuels for evaluation. The FAA through technical assessments, Phase 1 laboratory and materials compatibility tests, and
gram for general aviation must be multi- alternative fuels program for general avia- current phase 2 full-scale aircraft engine and aircraft testing.
faceted, ongoing, and supported by a col- tion must be multi-faceted, ongoing, and
laborative government and industry supported by a collaborative government Despite this recent program delay, the PAFI program is essential to ensure a
process. The focus remains qualification and industry process. The focus remains viable, safe, and economical fuel can be authorized by FAA for use by the existing
and authorization of an acceptable qualification and authorization of an GA piston engine aircraft fleet.
unleaded fuel and the safe transition to a acceptable unleaded fuel and the safe tran-
more environmentally friendly aviation sition to a more environmentally friendly 2. New Alternative Fuel Proposals & Certification
fuel.” FAA and industry continue to work aviation fuel. Several companies continue to invest in R&D of alternative fuels and are work-
ing directly with FAA on applicable safety standards and guidance for means of com-
pliance and qualification testing during development.
FAA invites fuel producers that are currently developing high-octane unleaded

Continued on Page 18

NATA TEAMS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND TO TACKLE FOAM

FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM DISCHARGES IN AIRCRAFT HANGARS

NATA and the University of National Fire Protection Association of new hangars, while providing limited with the University of Maryland’s
Maryland signed a sponsored research (NFPA) 409 for aircraft hangars. risk mitigation due to the low incidence Department of Fire Protection
agreement last month in an effort to of hangar fires.” Engineering and Dr. James Milke to col-
review the causes, hazards, and associat- “There is significant uncertainty sur- lect and analyze existing data to address
ed costs of accidental discharges of foam rounding the benefits versus potential Feedback from the industry indi- the industry’s questions. We believe that
fire suppression systems. The project will hazards related to hangar foam fire sup- cates the risk of accidental discharge of this analysis will confirm what our mem-
also address high-expansion and low- pression systems,” NATA President and these systems is high and such discharges bers have expressed – that the cost of
expansion foam systems, in addition to CEO Gary Dempsey stated. “NATA include significant costs related to clean- installation, maintenance, and clean-up
determining the rationale for the require- members have repeatedly voiced concern up, aircraft damage, and possible envi- from false discharges far exceeds the risk
ment of foam systems included in the that the cost of installing these foam sys- ronmental damage.
tems dramatically increases the expense Continued on Page 16
“NATA is very pleased to contract

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A-4 has a tapered wing and aerodynam-
Dale Snodgrass, a retired Navy F-14 ically actuated leading edge slats.
fighter pilot, is still flying as the chief
pilot for Draken International, providing (Erik Johnston)
adversary support for multiple services.
According to Dale, “It’s the 90-percent The nose on A-4 and a work of art!
solution for about 20 percent of the cost. (Erik Johnston)
It’s still an awesome airplane and a bar-
gain for the U.S. Government.” we had to be prepared to land the airplane
dead-stick, in case it did not relight.
The USN’s Blue Angels flew beauti- Fortunately, all the starts were successful.
ful blue and gold A-4s with polished
leading-edge slats, from 1974 until 1986, So many aviators fell in love with
replacing the F-4 “Phantom” and prior to the jet, the bumper stickers, T-shirts and
their current jet, the F/A-18 “Hornet.” hats were everywhere, probably in multi-
For those decades, the A-4’s were literal- ple foreign languages as well.
ly all over the world, with multiple serv-
ices and multiple countries. Almost everyone loved this jet and
hoped they’d be in the inventory for years
When I was stationed at NAS
Patuxent River, Md., I was fortunate to be Continued on Page 10
the project test pilot for an upgraded
engine. This required verifying the
engine would re-light if the pilot had a
flameout. My test plan was to intentional-
ly shut down the engine at about 40,000
feet and glide down to below 20,000 feet
and attempt a relight. Doing this flight
test, I accumulated more than three hours
of flight time in A-4s without the engine
running. This was some of the most fun,
and most dangerous, of flight testing, as

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#1 A-4s Forever The cockpit is not stock but has a combi-
nation of civilian gyros, navigation
DWGeUeaa.sSrltem.e!rrininn Continued from Page 9 avionics and civilian radios.

28 YEARS OF GIVING PILOTS THE BEST PRICING AND BEST SERVICE! to come. It created a near-cult following, (Erik Johnston)
but nothing lasts forever. Eventually, they
THE WEST COAST LEADING GARMIN DEALER! all retired to the bone yard to support our
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my wife, Pat, and I headed to his airfield
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YAESU FTA-750L Nav/Com..... $375 past flight experience, and re-read the fect! I even repeated the tests to make
• ADS-B Receiver entire flight manual on the airline trip. sure. If the slats are fine, the rest of the
Much of it came back instantly, but after airplane maintenance is usually fine as
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not an interconnect between the two. On think any civilian models are stock but
a normal landing, they are partially out in have a combination of civilian gyros,
the approach and fully extended when navigation avionics, and civilian radios. I
on-speed. In air combat maneuvering,
they also extend at slow speed or high Continued on Page 12
AOA. Here’s where the art comes in. If
they are not perfect, one will extend
before the other and cause a roll. There is
also a possibility that one can get stuck,
either full in or out. That becomes a hand-

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FAA ESTABLISHES RESTRICTIONS ON DRONE OPERATIONS OVER

ADDITIONAL MILITARY FACILITIES

The Federal Aviation Administration in Independence, MO have been applied, supported by an inter- on 07/11/2019. UAS operators should
announced last month new airspace • Pine Bluff Arsenal in White Hall, AR active map and downloadable geospatial keep in mind that access to the airspace
restrictions effective July 11, 2019 on • Tooele Army Depot in Tooele, UT data; and other crucial details. A link to identified by FDC 8/3277 and UDDS is
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) • Hawthorne Army Depot in these restrictions is also included in the strictly controlled. Operators who violate
attempting to fly over national security FAA’s B4UFLY mobile app. these flight restrictions may be subject to
sensitive locations. Hawthorne, NV enforcement action, including potential
• Pueblo Chemical Depot in Pueblo, The new UAS flight restrictions civil penalties and criminal charges.
The FAA has been cooperating with highlighted above and by FDC 9/3332
federal partners to address concerns about CO are pending until they become effective Continued on Page 19
malicious drone operations by using the • Iowa Army Ammunition Plant in
agency’s existing authority under Title 14 P.O. Box 5402 • San Mateo, CA 94402
of the Code of Federal Regulations Section Middletown, IA (650) 358-9908 • Fax (650) 358-9254
99.7 (14 CFR § 99.7), Special Security • Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY
Instructions, to establish UAS specific • Blue Grass Army Depot in Founder ..................................................................................................................Ciro Buonocore
flight restrictions over select, national Publisher/Editor................................................................................................Victoria Buonocore
security sensitive locations. Richmond, KY Managing Editor..........................................................................................Annamarie Buonocore
• Letterkenny Army Depot in Production Editors ..............................................................................Anne Dobbins, Toni Sieling
The FAA’s Notice to Airmen Associate Editors .................................... Paul T. Glessner, Nicholas A. Veronico, Sagar Pathak
(NOTAM), FDC 8/3277, defines these Chambersburg, PA Staff Contributors ..............................................S. Mark Rhodes, Larry Nazimek, Joe Gonzales
special security instructions. The FAA • Rivanna Station in Charlottesville, Columnists ..................Stuart Faber, Eric McCarthy, Ed Wischmeyer, Marilyn Dash, Ed Downs
published a NOTAM, FDC 9/3332, Copy Editing ............................................................................................................Sally Gersbach
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12 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

HANGARS Editorial: DBUS2 Drone
Continued from Page 6
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already selected more advanced control
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• Electric Bi-Fold Doors drone, handling was like a Star Wars
• T-Hangars • Corporate Hangars Speeder Bike, able to quickly move from
• Individual Hangars • Hangar Homes one photo op to the next.
• Maintenance Hangars
Star Party attendees began to motion
Photo by Bruce Selyem the DBUS2 over for an “aerial selfie,” “popcorn.” A lot of dust, scars in the ceil-
causing this writer to finally understand ing, but no rotor damage. Then there was
CaCallll TToodadya! y ! that a drone is not just a flying toy but the flight outside my barn, as a spider
probably the most creative camera any- crawled along the brim of my hat and
R & M Steel Co. one will ever own. Having turned on the headed for my glasses. Being a con-
voice mode, a quiet female voice firmed arachnophobic, I screamed like a
U.S. Toll Free: Phone 1-866-454-1800 • Fax 1-866-454-1801 informed me that my “battery is low, use little girl, dropped my cell phone (losing
Outside U.S. 1-208-454-1800 caution,” followed by something that the WI-FI connection), and tried to run
sounded like “land now, or I will do it for away from my hat, while still wearing it.
www.aviationbuildingsystem.com you,” not the exact words, but the mean- I am not making that up.
ing was clear. This computer voice is
sales.rmsteel@gmail.com very much like the “Star Trek” computer The now abandoned DBUS2 initiat-
on the Enterprise, and is hereafter ed an auto land (announced by Star Trek
referred to as the “Star Trek Girl.” Girl) but drifted into a woven steel-wire
fence (designed to stop a charging bull)
A talking drone is handy, negating due to high winds. The crashing sound
the need to read tiny alert messages on was accompanied by Star Trek Girl
the cell phone. A second flight was start- telling me an “unprogrammed shut down
ed as the sun set, and Star Trek Girl imme- had occurred” and that I should turn off
diately told me that I had “poor surface the drone. Racing to the rescue, I figured
definition” and that “battery is low.” The it was a good thing the package includes
advertised 15 minutes of flight is very extra rotor blades, but once again, no
doable if you fully charge the battery to damage except for a few very minor
start with! Star Trek Girl was quite firm scratches. Due to high grass, I quickly
that I land immediately, as a young boy learned to take off and land from my
(14/15 years old) started asking questions. hand, being careful not to let those rotors
I immediately handed my cell phone to the shorten my fingers.
boy, and he quickly landed the drone… his
first drone experience! A great success, Any problems? Yes, mainly due to
even with a nearly dead battery. the low definition of my cell phone, mak-
ing it impossible to read in bright day-
But, is the DBUS2 tough enough to light. Being a Galaxy Note 5 (now con-
handle daily use? Well, how about my sidered obsolete), I figure newer phones
first attempt at indoor flying, without
selecting the indoor mode? Yep, it Continued on Page 16
climbed quickly up to the ‘60s style pop-
corn celling and started stripping the

Call for Specializing in A-4s Forever These were minor things that needed a
promotional New Pilot little adjustment before we actually flew.
Medical Exams Continued from Page 10 He promised to get them all corrected, by
Pricing! the next time, and I certainly hope there is
took some time to fully absorb the avion- a next time.
ics and be ready to start.
As of this writing, I haven’t been able
Not to let the back seat go empty, to get back to Dallas. In the meantime,
and as a backup to my procedures, I was Victor has enlisted some other experts to
accompanied by David Lanham in the go over the airplane and make sure it’s safe
backseat. He’s been studying the manuals and ready to get back in the air.
and has taxied the airplane. He’s working
toward his type rating. He knows this par- He wants to get the airplane back
ticular airplane very well. With the working for the U.S. Government. I’m
engine started, checks complete, off we still on the list to do some government
go to the runway. flying and possibly some flight instruc-
tion.
The little jet certainly accelerated
like a rocket because we were only about I’m confident our schedules will
at half of the internal fuel load, and the align, sooner rather than later, and I’ll get
drop tanks were empty. It would have back in the cockpit and back in the sad-
leaped off the ground, I’m sure. But we dle. I can’t wait! I love this jet and truly
planned to hit 80 knots, stop, and take it hope to be flying A-4s forever, or as long
back to the barn. as I can fool a flight surgeon.

Once back in the chocks, I passed a
short list of “touch up” gripes to Victor.

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DAYTON AIR SHOW 2019 Planes of Fame Air Museum

Over 150 Aircraft and Displays

See the

Grumman TBM Avenger
Fly!

The Thunderbird diamond formation makes a tight pass in front of the Dayton Air Show And Junior Aviatiors Day

crowd. (Mike Heilman)

By Mike Heilman Living History Flying Day
Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, 10 am
Legendary airshow performer,
Sean D. Tucker, decided to retire The September 7th Living History Flying Day will Visit us:
from his award-winning solo act feature the Grumman TBM Avenger & Junior Aviators
in 2018 after 40 years of performing. The Day. A speaker panel of distinguished aviation experts
Smithsonian National Air and Space and historians will give a presentation, followed by a
Museum is going to display his one-of- flight demonstration of the featured aircraft.
kind Pitts bi-plane in the new “We All
Fly” General Aviation Gallery at the Major Will Graeff is the left-wing pilot in Living History Flying Days occur the first Saturday of Sun-Fri: 10-5 • Sat: 9-5
National Mall in Washington D.C. each month at the Chino, CA location.
Instead of sitting back and relaxing, (Schedule subject to change.) Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas
Tucker has embarked on a new phase of
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mixed emotions when the Smithsonian
asked him for his plane, “I also wanted to TWO CALENDARS
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asked for my airplane, I really didn’t (WWI & WWII)
want to give it to them. I love that air-
plane, but it was a message to me, ok let’s United States Army Parachute Demon-
start a transition to your next dream and
let’s finish with that. We finish with this stration Team. (Mike Heilman)
airplane at the end of this year, and we
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It’s a huge honor for me, but it’s bitter- before this airshow season, explains
sweet because I love that bi-plane, and Tucker. “I had the opportunity to mentor
next year I’ll be flying a monoplane.” her 15 years ago when we had The Stars
of Tomorrow program. That program
The transition from solo act to a was taking passionate, dedicated young
team lead has not been easy according to men and women and teaching them how
Tucker, “Physically its very demanding; to fly in the airshow arena safely. Jessy
you are exhausted at the end of the day, went on to be a corporate pilot and was
but I think more so the mental energy that on the U.S. Aerobatic advanced team.
it takes to put two airplanes in the sky; its This is her lifelong dream. She lives, eats,
really debilitating. I mean you have so and breathes sky dance flying. To have
much bandwidth. I have been doing this her on the team empowers me 15 years
for 40 years, and I can fly upside down as later. She is dedicated to the art form, she
a solo performer in my sleep, but this is is joyful in the sky, she is smart.
hard. This is a really hard journey, and it’s
a big sacrifice, but the reward is a job “I am really having a blast learning
well done. We train every single day, and on how to be a team lead. Hopefully the
we are exhausted when we are done. We goal will be a four or five ship [team], but
you must do it one person at a time

Continued on Page 14

14 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

Dayton Air Show 2019 A C-17 “Globemaster III” was part of
the 97th Air Mobility Wing Demon-
Continued from Page 13 resource management in terms of com- the team will be performing at in 2019 stration Team that performed with a KC-
municating team work. Jessy holds her- The Dayton Air Show celebrated its 135 “Stratotanker” at the Dayton show.
because you become a family. Jessy is self to a very high standard of excellences
betting her life on me making proper just like anybody who wants to be the 45th consecutive year with another world (Mike Heilman)
decisions. I am betting my life on her not best in the world does.” class show that featured the United States
to bang into me. We have a magnificent Air Force Thunderbirds. The Thunderbirds space. The wind is another big factor; we
coach in Bill Stein who was one of the The transition for both pilots has not had not performed at Dayton in four years. can execute with 35 knots of wind, but if
coaches of The Stars of Tomorrow as been easy, but they are learning everyday, The Thunderbirds were schedule to per- it’s a cross wind, we are limited to 25
well. He has really helped us along in cre- according to Panzer, “There is never a form at the Dayton show in 2017, but a knots.”
ating what we have today. We are going perfect flight, even on the best days, there pre-show mishap at the Dayton
to delight the fans at Dayton with it,” is always something to learn. That’s what International Airport caused the team to United States Air Force 97th Air
added Tucker. keeps you coming back – that there is cancel its scheduled performance. Mobility Wing C-17 “Globemaster III” and
always something to be learned. The air- KC-135R “Stratrotanker” Demonstration
Panzer’s path to the Oracle Team has shows are so great because we get to Major Will Graeff Thunderbird Two Team made their first ever appearance at
taken a lot of turns as she explains, “I share this thing that is so special. It gives Pilot commented that the team has been the Dayton show. The team demonstrated
became interested at a very early age. My the crowd a different perspective, hope, looking forward to returning to the the capabilities of the two aircraft separate-
dad was a corporate pilot; however, he inspiration or maybe energizes someone Dayton show, “Dayton is really special ly and together. The team is based at Altus
died in an airplane accident when I was to go out and live their dream. A world for us. We are looking forward to getting Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The United
seven. I was afraid of it for a while, but full of people living their dreams is a out in the community, and the list of per- States Navy Legacy flight team performed
then just the curiosity about what he great place to be.” formers that this show has is second to at the 2019 show. The Legacy flight con-
loved about it so much and everyone told none. We are looking forward to per- sisted of two F/A-18 “Super Hornets” and
me how much he loved it. I lived under Tucker concluded, “We are here to forming with those individuals. It is an a World War II era F4U “Corsair.”
the traffic pattern in Colorado Springs, so share the magic of flight; we are here to exciting show for us and have been look-
I would watch airplanes fly over all the inspire the next generation. We want to ing forward to it all year long.” The United States Army Parachute
time and go how do they do that? thrill; we want to educate what flying is Continued on Page 16
Initially, I wanted to go the corporate path all about. If we hurt ourselves, then we The weather across the United States
and went to college for flying. I was traumatize people, and we just wasted has been a factor in the Thunderbirds
learning aerobatics at the same time as I our time with all the hard work. It takes schedule. According to Graeff, “It’s been
was building my career as a corporate understanding what the audience wants a great season, but we have been plagued
pilot. All of that has built me up to be to see; they want to celebrate. The nota- with weather at a lot of show sites this
ready for this mission with Sean.” tion of danger is there, and that’s enough. season. The shows we have been able to
I have always choreographed my routine put on have been awesome. We use all
Tucker added, “Jessy has put her to be thrilling and to appear out of con- the tools available to predict on what’s
time in, and she is well versed. She is trol, but it’s always in control.” The going to happen with the weather. The
well qualified to make good decisions all Dayton Air Show is one of 10 show sites big factors are the clouds; we need at
the time. She is good with cockpit least at least 2,000 feet of useable air-

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Continued from Page 14 engine began to slowly die. He declared
Call now to schedule Team, the Golden Knight, made several an emergency and decided he couldn’t
jumps during the two-day event. The make the airport, so he landed his Pitts on
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of demonstrating precision parachuting. incident, but Stewart was unable to get
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(916) 691-9192 Jacquie B, performed an aerobatic rou- Show said that, “The 2019 show lineup
tine in her Extra 300S monoplane. was great. We were very pleased with the
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Flying into Writing By Eric McCarthy

Idid something the other day that I TOUCH & GO’S bring me his spare set in short order. This (Eric McCarthy)
haven’t done in a long time: I went also gave us a chance to discuss the
flying with the sole purpose of shoot- least as far as landings were concerned. changes he’d made to his Skyhawk while off run and seems anxious to reach the
ing a few touch and go’s. I know this is I’m biting my tongue as I type that, as I it was down for repairs and its annual flight levels! The sight-picture changes as
nothing momentous and many of you recognize that you really can’t be too pro- inspection. This was my first flight in well, as you’ve now got to trim it down for
probably practice touch and go’s all the ficient, and these are often the words of Rich’s plane since he had a STOL (Short level flight, or it’ll just keep climbing.
time, but I hadn’t done it in quite a while someone upon whom calamity is about to TakeOff and Landing) kit installed, and I Landings, on the other hand, are dramati-
– since I did my night currency landings fall. Famous last words… was glad to hear Rich’s assessment of its cally slower, especially if you have any
(to a full stop) last fall. In my defense, I flight characteristics. Basically, it just wind coming down the runway. I texted
had been flying quite a bit over the last But when I reached the point where stalls a lot slower, and tends to float a bit Rich when I was finished suggesting he’ll
couple of years, and had made lots of my ability to legally fly as PIC with a when landing; cruise seems to be a little be saving a lot in tires because it now lands
takeoffs and landings in the process. But, passenger aboard was threatened, well, it slower as well. like a butterfly, floating inches above the
due to circumstances beyond my control, was time for action! That would impact runway before gently settling onto its
I haven’t had the opportunity to fly very my aerial photography business, as I Rich had also installed a probe-less mains. It does seem that the changes in the
much for the last few months, and I need- almost always take someone along to fly Angle of Attack (AOA) indicator which wing geometry may require some fine tun-
ed to rack up a few landings just to main- while I’m hanging out the window taking hadn’t been calibrated yet. It works off of ing of the stall horn, as it blared most of the
tain my ability to carry passengers (mini- pictures, and that would be unacceptable! “pitot and static pressure measurements way down final and, again, I did not feel
mum 3 takeoffs and landings within the So off I went to do the touch and goes… combined with internal inertial reference that I was anywhere near stall. Thankfully,
previous 90 days). measurements.” I’ve always been curious as I indicated earlier, it was a beautiful
I’ve made it sound like this is pure to know how these work, but unfortunate- VFR day; I could see how that would be
I had all the excuses lined up as to drudgery to me, like taking out the trash or ly, since it wasn’t calibrated, I wouldn’t disconcerting in IMC. These things will
why I hadn’t been flying for practice-pur- some other household chore that needs to find out on this flight – in fact, I’d soon undoubtedly be worked out shortly.
poses alone: it’s been a little tight around be done but nobody wants to do, but the find it to be more annoying than helpful
our household lately and it can be expen- truth is, I’ve always enjoyed doing pattern when it alarmed a couple of times when I Overall, I really enjoyed my practice
sive to rent a plane with no other purpose work and touch and goes. Once you get was nowhere near stall. You really can’t session and plan to get out there and do it
than to ‘play’. The plane that my good over the sheer terror of landing as a miss her squawking “Angle, Angle” when more often. You really can’t practice too
friend Rich lets me use had been damaged Student Pilot, it’s truly rewarding to accept she thinks you’re about to stall… much!
and unavailable for the first half of the the challenge of working to perfect your
year, returning to service just a few weeks landing technique. It’s rarely so calm that And, since it was one of the first few Until next time – fly safe!
ago. It’s also time-consuming – it’s a any two landings are identical, and it’s that flights since its annual inspection, I
pleasurable time for me, but it often challenge of managing the plane and its planned to be extra vigilant during the
impinges on time scheduled elsewhere. I flight in changing conditions that makes it preflight, runup, and of course the flight
live about 40 minutes from the airport, on so much fun! Heck, I know I can land well itself. There were a few minor squawks –
a good day, so by the time I drive there, enough to walk away, so let’s see how pre- things like the instrument panel lighting
preflight, fly for even just an hour, secure cisely we can do it this time. and the integrated Push To Talk (PTT)
and refuel the plane, and drive home, button that weren’t working and a couple
we’re looking at about a half days’ activi- I got to the airport and the conditions of other minor, inconsequential gripes
ty; that doesn’t always go over well on the were severe clear with the winds 240@9, like that, but otherwise she was in great
homefront. And, since I had been flying as gusting to 16kts – right down the runway; shape and ready to go!
much as I had, it wasn’t necessary for me this should be easy! Unfortunately, when I
to maintain my currency and I felt that I went to my flight bag to retrieve the keys, It would be interesting to see how the
was more than adequately proficient – at they were nowhere to be seen…ugh! We flight characteristics had changed with the
moved recently and, while I’m sure I still STOL kit. I found out quickly that the
have the keys somewhere, I have no idea plane now levitates very early in the take-
where that might be… Fortunately, Rich
works near the airport and was able to

GAMA PUBLISHES 2019 SECOND QUARTER AIRCRAFT SHIPMENT DATA

The General Aviation Manufacturers general aviation fleet and upgrading aircraft First Half Aircraft Shipments and Billings Comparison
Association (GAMA) on Aug. 12 published to meet fast approaching global mandates Aircraft Type 2018 2019 Change
a mid-year industry update with the release for Automatic Dependent Surveillance-
of preliminary second quarter 2019 aircraft Broadcast (ADS-B) and datalink communi- Piston Airplanes 492 567 +15.2%
shipment and billings data. Piston and busi- cations. Additionally, our industry’s contin-
ness jet deliveries increased through the first ued emphasis on developing airframes, Turboprops 260 231 -11.2%
six months of 2019 compared to the same engines, and avionics that improve fuel effi-
time period in 2018, while turboprop air- ciency, our aggressive pursuit of hybrid and Business Jets 281 316 +12.5%
plane and rotorcraft shipments were lower. electrically propelled air vehicles, and pro-
motion of the build out of the Sustainable Total Airplanes 1,033 1,114 +7.8%
“While the year-to-date aircraft ship- Aviation Fuel infrastructure, should make us
ments are mixed, this should not obscure the all proud of our collective commitment to Total Airplane Billings $8.0B 9.0B +12.9%
outlook for a bright future for general avia- environmental sustainability.”
tion. Our mid-year report shows new air- Piston Rotorcraft 149 110 -26.2%
craft reaching entry into service milestones The piston market continued to lead
with additional models expected to enter the increase in deliveries at 567 units, up Turbine Rotorcraft 337 299 -11.3%
into service before the end of 2019,” said 15.2 percent from the same period in 2018.
GAMA’s President & CEO, Pete Bunce. Business jet shipments increased by 12.5 Total Rotorcraft 486 409 -15.8%
“Our members remain focused on bringing percent in the first six months of 2019 to
safety enhancing new technology to the 316 airplanes delivered. Turboprop air- Total Rotorcraft Billings $1.7B 1.5B -13.1%

planes, however, declined in deliveries 11.3 percent compared to 2018. The value
from 260 to 231 units from the same of rotorcraft shipments was $1.5 billion, a
reporting companies. Rotorcraft deliveries decline of approximately 13.1 percent.
slowed in the first six months of 2019.
Piston rotorcraft shipments declined from For more information, vist the
149 units to 110 units. The industry deliv- GAMA website at www.gama.aero.
ered 299 turbine rotorcraft, a reduction by

18 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

About the PAFI authorization of any newly developed and sus fuel specifications that the FAA relies 4. Safely Deploy and Transition to a
proposed alternative fuels. on for aircraft continued operational safety. new fuel
Continued from Page 8 This is an ongoing activity necessary to
fuels to bring their data to the FAA for 3. Establishment of FAA safety stan- address FAA safety requirements for any While it remains a challenge to identi-
evaluation and initial screening to be con- dards proposed changes to fuel specifications, fy an unleaded fuel formulation that will
ducted by the William J. Hughes Technical new alternative fuel proposals submitted to take the place of 100LL, the FAA and indus-
Center. Those that pass the initial screen- There are significant and unique FAA, and continued operational safety try will continue to collaborate in executing
ing are invited to participate in a challenges in evaluating performance, activities related to a transition to an alter- an informed and safe transition of the GA
Cooperative Research and Development operability, and compatibility of any new native/replacement fuel. The FAA fleet to an unleaded avgas once it is
Agreement (CRADA) testing program in alternative fuel to an existing fleet of air- Reauthorization Act of 2018 (HR 302), approved. The PAFI Deployment Guide
which producers provide additional craft and engines. Section 565 Aviation Fuel, provided the will eventually serve as a roadmap to suc-
resources and some funds for independent Administrator with additional authoriza- cessfully deploy an unleaded avgas, from
testing using PAFI developed standards FAA research is necessary to apply tion for safety qualification and allowing the refineries to the wingtips of aircraft,
and guidance. This is an ongoing activity existing and create new regulations, guid- the use of a replacement unleaded gasoline. including the essential supporting infrastruc-
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DYNON OBTAINS CERTIFICATION FOR SKYVIEW HDX

IN NEARLY 600 GA AIRCRAFT MODELS
Dynon Certified – a division of Base SkyView HDX configurations integrated but modular, allowing pilots to
Dynon Avionics – on July 16 announced including Primary and Backup Flight tailor installations to their aircraft’s unique
a dramatic expansion of the Approved Displays, Synthetic Vision, and VFR mission and needs. Additional options
Model List for its SkyView HDX line of mapping, flight planning, and navigation available for all approved aircraft include
products. With this AML expansion, start at $7630. Displays are available in complete Engine Monitoring with CHTs,
Dynon’s full suite of certified avionics is both 10” and 7” variants to suit a wide EGTs, fuel flow, fuel computer, and lean
now approved for nearly 600 type certifi- variety of instrument panel sizes. Engine assist; Mode S Transponder with 2020-
cated piston single-engine aircraft. monitoring, additional displays, and other compliant ADS-B Out; ADS-B Traffic and
Features approved include Primary and features and controls are optional. Weather display; Com Radio; and
Backup Flight Displays, Synthetic
Vision, VFR mapping, flight planning, The SkyView HDX system is fully Continiued on Page 20
and navigation, Engine Monitoring,
Mode S Transponder with 2020-compli-
ant ADS-B Out, ADS-B In Traffic and
Weather, and Dynon’s Com Radio.

“From the moment Dynon Certified
introduced its groundbreaking STC for
SkyView HDX, we’ve heard from thou-
sands of aircraft owners wishing we’d
add their aircraft to the approved model
list next. Now, with FAA approval for
nearly 600 aircraft models, we can deliv-
er on those requests,” said Michael
Schofield, Dynon Director of Marketing.
SkyView HDX systems are available
from Dynon’s Authorized Installation
Centers and directly from Dynon. “Over
20,000 pilots already know the joy of fly-
ing behind Dynon’s affordable, safety-
enhancing avionics technology. We’re
excited to share that experience with even
more GA fliers”, says Schofield.

SkyView HDX is Dynon’s flagship
avionics suite that allows most GA pilots to
comprehensively update their aging legacy
avionics at an affordable price. Pilots bene-
fit from an uncluttered, elegant panel lay-
out that reduces workload, is intuitive, fun
to fly, and enhances safety. A Dynon certi-
fied installation typically reduces aircraft
weight by 50 to 80 pounds after replacing
the original instruments, and usually allows
the removal of unreliable legacy equipment
like the vacuum pump.

Drone

Operations

Continued from Page 11

The FAA is continuing to consider
additional requests by eligible Federal secu-
rity agencies for UAS-specific flight restric-
tions using the agency’s 14 CFR § 99.7
authority as they are received. The FAA will
announce any future changes, including
additional locations, as appropriate.

For further, broader information
regarding flying drones in the National
Airspace System, including frequently
asked questions, refer to the FAA’s UAS
website (www.faa.gov/uas/).

20 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

U.S. TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY

ANNOUNCES $23.6 MILLION IN

INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS TO 22

AIRPORTS IN CALIFORNIA

U.S. Department of Transportation • $107,334 to repair a taxiway.
Secretary Elaine L. Chao on July 31 • $983,392 to Porterville Municipal
announced that the Federal Aviation Airport to repair the apron.
Administration (FAA) will award $478 • $690,391 to Jack McNamara Field
million in airport infrastructure grants, the Airport in Crescent City to remove
fourth allotment of the total $3.18 billion in obstructions.
Airport Improvement Program (AIP) fund- • $687,185 to San Luis County
ing for airports across the United States. Regional Airport in San Luis Obispo for
runway repairs.
“This significant investment in air- • $630,000 to Chemehuevi Valley
port improvements in California will Airport in Havasu Lake for runway repairs.
fund construction and rehabilitation proj- • $397,753 to Watsonville Municipal
ects that will help maintain high levels of Airport for runway and taxiway repairs.
safety in U.S. aviation,” said U.S. • $347,166 to Tulelake Municipal
Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Airport in Alturas to conduct an environ-
mental study.
The California airport grants include • $340,414 to Visalia Municipal
the following awards: Airport for runway repairs and installing
airfield guidance signs.
• Two grants totaling $9,624,572 to • $307,125 to Jack Northrop
Palm Springs International Airport. Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport to
conduct a noise compatibility plan study.
• $9,542,880 to modify and improve • $280,673 to Napa County Airport to
the terminal building and acquire an air- reconstruct a taxiway.
craft rescue and firefighting vehicle. • $220,500 to Rogers Field Airport in
Chester to acquire snow-removal equip-
• $81,692 to conduct an airport pave- ment.
ment study. • $217,080 to Tracy Municipal Airport
to update the Airport Master Plan Study.
• $2,702,436 to Monterey Regional • $189,000 to Tehachapi Municipal
Airport to improve the runway safety area. Airport to reconstruct a taxiway.
• $154,800 to Santa Ynez Airport for
• $2.4 million to Los Angeles apron repairs and installing perimeter
International Airport for noise mitigation fencing.
measures for residences in high-noise areas. • $135,900 to Madera Municipal
Airport to improve airport drainage.
• $1,710,000 to Shafter-Minter Field
in Shafter to install runway lighting. Continued on Page 21

• Two grants totaling $1,222,961 to
Truckee-Tahoe Airport.

• $1,115,627 for runway repairs, con-
structing an apron and constructing a
wash rack. An apron is an area where air-
craft park, load and unload passengers
and cargo, and refuel.

Senior Living and Care Solutions Dynon Obtains Certification

Senior Care Authority, Peninsula will provide you the Continued from Page 19 figurations start at $7630. STC pricing for
guidance concerning your loved one, including finding all aircraft models in the AML expansion is
the best places to live, receiving the proper care, and nav- Electronic Flight Bag features. $2,000. Dynon Certified products are
igating through a complex health care system. Dynon’s fully-integrated autopilot – available through a nationwide network of
Dynon Authorized Installation Centers.
• Free consultations featuring IFR approach capability when Pilots can also opt to buy directly from
• Available 7 days a week SkyView is integrated with a compatible Dynon and have it installed at their pre-
• Serving South San Francisco to Palo Alto navigator – is additionally available in ferred avionics shop or by an A&P/IA.
Cessna 172 F-S and Bonanza P35-V35B
For more information contact models. The Bonanza approval includes Approved Model List
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650/504-8549 for additional aircraft will be continuously Dynon’s updated Approved model list
released over the coming months.As of July covers 592 type certificated piston single-
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lot approvals for Bonanza 36s, Cessna 182s, craft made by Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft,
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manufacturers. The complete AML is
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THE HONDAJET IS THE MOST DELIVERED AIRCRAFT IN ITS CLASS FOR

THE FIRST HALF OF 2019

Honda Aircraft Company announced ground on a new $15.5 million dollar, continues to be the aircraft of choice of Honda Aircraft Company’s sales
on Aug. 12 that the HondaJet is the most 83,000-square-foot production facility our customers, both future and current. and service footprint spans territories in
delivered aircraft in its class for the first that will increase production efficiency at Maintaining our position as the most North America, Europe, Middle and
half of 2019, based on numbers provided its North Carolina headquarters. The delivered aircraft in our class is a reflec- South America, Southeast Asia, China,
by the General Aviation Manufacturers HondaJet Elite also received type certifi- tion of our team’s dedication to the the Middle East, India and Japan. The
Association (GAMA). During the first six cation from the Civil Aviation design, service and efficient production HondaJet fleet is currently comprised of
months of the year, 17 aircraft were deliv- Administration of China (CAAC) this of the most competitive very light jet,” more than 130 aircraft around the globe.
ered to customers around the world. month. said Michimasa Fujino, president and Learn more at hondajet.com.
CEO of Honda Aircraft Company.
The most delivered aircraft in its “We are thrilled that the HondaJet
class for over two years, the HondaJet
continues to outperform its competitors & Our ATP series is a feature
in the very light jet sector as the compa- loaded MULTI-FUNCTIONAL
ny marks several milestones. Recently, Features watch also offers an Altimeter
the HondaJet became the first light jet to for under $100!!
enter service in Hawaii as two HondaJet Large Digital Display Available in either a Standard
Elites were delivered to Wing Spirit, a Altimeter or Subtractive (Black) Display
newly-established company that will pro- Barometer
vide luxurious and convenient charter Thermometer The ATP-Pro is The ATP-Pro II is a more
services with a fleet of 15 HondaJets. Multiple Alarms a more bulky, conventional-sized model
Additionally, Honda Aircraft broke 23:59hr Chronograph strong G-Shock with a Stainless Case and
99hr Count-Down Timer type with a thick Rubber Strap. The
Grants 28 City World-Time Zones plastic casing, but is ATP-Pro II can be for
Perpetual Calendar surprisingly either men or ladies.
Continued from Page20 12 or 24 Hour Display lightweight. ATP21200W
Hourly Chime ATP1200W
• $133, 155 to Willows-Glenn County Electroluminescent BackLight $139.95
Airport to Update the Airport Master Plan Altitude and Barometric Log $129.95
Study. ATP 46 x 16mm|ATP II 42 x 14mm $89.95
$79.95
• $107,100 to Nervino Airport in
Beckwourth to acquire snow-removal *Oshkosh/E.A.A. Special* ATC2200B ATC2250Y ATC2250K
equipment. All HMEWatch “A.T.C. $450.00 $485.00 $465.00
models Special Priced
• $107,100 to Gansner Field Airport in for July and August only!
Quincy to acquire snow-removal equip- BEST VALUE!
ment.
Features
The FAA will award grants to 232 air-
ports in 43 states, including American Date Window $175.00 $185.00 $185.00
Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands and 60 Minute Chronograph
Puerto Rico. Selected projects include run- 1-Touch Instant Chronograph Reset ATC3200B ATC3255K ATC3500B
way reconstruction and rehabilitation, con- 2nd Independent Time Zone $550.00 $585.00 $650.00
struction of firefighting facilities, and the 2nd Timezone 24 Hour Subdial
maintenance of taxiways, aprons, and termi- Large E6B Calculator Bezel $215.00 $225.00 $235.00
nals. The construction and equipment sup- Constant Sweep Second Hand
ported by these grants will enhance safety Deploy Clasp on ALL models
and capacity while promoting economic 100 Meter Water Resistant
growth in the regions served by each airport. Designed by and for Pilots
Screw-Down Locking Crown
Airport infrastructure in the United 7.5 Inch Strap/Bracelet Lengths
States, with 3,332 airports and 5,000 46mm x 13mm Case Dimensions
paved runways, supports our economic Serial Numbers engraved on Caseback
competitiveness and improves quality of
life. According to the FAA’s most recent Contact us @ 323.464.6660 or on the web @ www.HMEWatch.com
economic analysis, U.S. civil aviation
accounts for $1.6 trillion in total econom-
ic activity and supports nearly 11 million
jobs. Under Secretary Chao’s leadership,
the Department is delivering AIP invest-
ments for the American people, who
depend on reliable infrastructure.

Airports can receive a certain
amount of AIP entitlement funding each
year based on activity levels and project
needs. If their capital project needs
exceed their available entitlement funds,
the FAA can supplement their entitle-
ments with discretionary funding.

22 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

CHICAGO’S ADLER PLANETARIUM CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

OF 1ST MANNED LUNAR LANDING The exterior of the Adler Planetarium in

By Larry E. Nazimek ages, but there were even more. Objects sion, when astronaut Edward White Chicago. (Larry E. Nazimek)
from various lunar missions were on dis- became the first American to perform an
There were celebrations all over the play. For the very young, there was a pup- EVA (Extra-Vehicular Activity), more (Larry E. Nazimek)
U.S. to commemorate the 50th pet show with the puppets dressed as commonly known then as a “space
anniversary of the lunar landing astronauts, and things to draw, color, and walk,” After his presentation, I pointed to Gemini 7 and 12, and Apollo 8 and 13.
on July 20, 1969, where astronauts Neil build. In attendance were America’s one of the slide rules in the display case, The Gemini 12 capsule is on display at
Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the future scientists, engineers, and astro- and mentioned that I have an identical the Adler, while the Apollo 8 command
first humans to set foot on the Moon. nauts. (I remember when I was one of one that I used as an aerospace engineer module is at Chicago’s Museum of
There are those, like myself, who remem- those little kids at the Adler.) on the Skylab project in 1973. I was Science and Industry. He is the first o
ber it well, while most were either too asked what I did on Skylab, and other
young to remember it or were not alive Spacesuits must be able to protect questions followed. I had become the Continued on Page 23
back then. the astronauts from punctures and center of attraction there.
extreme temperature variations, while
Chicago’s Adler Planetarium held a being flexible and light weight. Visitors While 91-year-old Jim Lovell (Capt.
two day “Moon Bash,” with various were able to compare how various types USN, Ret.) is very well known among
demonstrations, skits, and talks with experts of fabrics respond to strikes and how they anyone with an interest in our space pro-
in the field, with the main event, “To the form a barrier against high temperatures. gram, he is particularly famous in the
Moon and Beyond: A Conversation with Chicago area. He was born in Cleveland
Astronauts Jim Lovell and Beth Moses.” Space suit engineer Bob Davidson and raised in Milwaukee, but he now
The Adler Planetarium was the first plane- spoke on his work with the team that was lives just north of Chicago, and he is fre-
tarium in the western hemisphere, having tasked with the development and creation quently seen on local television pro-
opened to the public in 1931. of the Apollo spacesuits. grams. The Adler has a large exhibit ded-
icated to him and America’s effort to put
Huge banners outside of the building Fuel chemist Reatha Clark King men on the Moon. One of the first things
proclaimed the event. One read, “All the spoke of her work on Apollo. She worked that people see as they enter the Adler is
world’s cities could fit inside the biggest at a time when there were very few a large statue of Lovell in a space suit
crater on the Moon,” while another read, women in the field, so she was under con- (without a helmet, however) floating
“When you aim to achieve the impossi- stant scrutiny. above the moon’s surface.
ble, every step counts.”
A “living history” presentation was Lovell was the first American to
The Planetarium already has plenty made where a man who portrayed a make four trips into space, including
of hands-on exhibits for visitors of all Mission Control specialist spoke about
their interaction on the Gemini IV mis-

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AIRSHOW FUN DOES NOT END WITH AIRVENTURE … VISIT THE

ARLINGTON BALLOON AND AIRPLANE FESTIVAL

Scheduled for Aug. 15-18, Arlington scale remote control aircraft, large scale Visitors will see top level airshow
Washington (KAWO) has one of the best aircraft static displays plus turbine jet and pilots and specially formation groups put
regional aviation events in the country, helicopter demonstrations. Come see the on daily airshows for all to enjoy. Great
with 2019 offering new activities and fea- best model aircraft and pilots on the West forums are planned along with ongoing
tures that make this scenic destination Coast. Add to this a Drone Boot Camp, activities for the entire family. And for
well worth the trip. Nothing beats the with learn-to-fly experiences, that can help those who plan to securely tie down their
Pacific Northwest for beauty and attendees learn how to acquire their FAA planes and hide the ignition keys, a beer
grandeur, making a flight to the Arlington sUAS Pilot Certificate. See diversity in garden adds to the charm and fun of the
Balloon and Airplane Festival an unfor- Drones/MultiGP type flying. The Seattle Northwest tradition of great “brews” and
gettable experience. FPV (First Person View … like looking fellowship. Balloon displays and flights
out of the drone’s “window”) Racing will be ongoing throughout the program,
The Arlington Balloon and Airplane organization will be on hand to assists peo- with an amazing “night glow” event that
Festival will be featuring displays of air- ple in learning to fly a drone, learning to must be seen to be truly appreciated.
craft, including antiques, amateur build fly better (like racing) and drone modifica-
experimental’s, and great factory-built tions and repairs. Drones will be available Visit Arlington and fall in love with
classics. This year includes the NW’s for the public to try and fly. this great part of our country. For more
largest display of giant RC flying jets and information, visit www.arlingtonflyin.org.

CONTINENTAL AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES STANDARD

TITAN EXPERIMENTAL ENGINE CONFIGURATIONS FOR VAN’S AIRCRAFT

Continental, an AVIC International were designed to fit the airframe perfectly, engines are reliable, trouble-free perform- on a dedicated ordering page on
Holding (HK) LTD company, announced using the standard Van’s initial configura- ers. With very competitive pricing, they Continental’s website continental.aero/
at AirVenture that new standardized tion, baffles, accessories, or fittings. offer builders an economical alternative, titan/vans.aspx or to get more information
TITAN experimental engine configura- while keeping the build simple. contact J.B. directly at 251/295-3786 or via
tions are available specifically for Van’s Builders that require a more cus- Furthermore, the TITAN Experimental email at jball@continental .aero.
kit aircraft builders. tomized TITAN engine will continue to engines are built by an OEM manufactur-
benefit from Continental’s expert team to er with a great reputation for standing
These engines are fully compatible with build and price a customized configuration behind its products,” said James “J.B.”
Van’s installation kits and may be installed in that meets their unique requirements. Ball, Sales Manager, Continental TITAN.
Van’s aircraft kits without any modification,
thereby providing ease and predictability of “With the availability of these engine For ease of the ordering process, cus-
installation. The different configurations configurations, we offer simple options to tomers can now order these engines directly
Van’s kit builders. TITAN Experimental

50th Anniversary of 1st Manned Lunar Landing

Continued from Page 22 launch from the VIP section.) on Virgin’s spacecraft, they will be A display of Buzz Aldren during the moon
A movie was made of this epic mis- “astronauts,” so in her capacity, she will
only three people to fly to the Moon be giving them the necessary training for landing. (Larry E. Nazimek)
twice, and is the only one to have flown sion, where Lovell was portrayed by Tom their flight.
to the Moon twice without landing on it. Hanks. He felt that Kevin Costner should Larry E. Nazimek poses “with” Buzz
have been the one to portray him, but It was noted that in her earlier life,
Lovell was one of the first 32 Costner was busy with another movie. she was a graduate of Adler’s Astro Aldren (Courtesy Larry E. Nazimek)
Americans to have undergone the selec- When Tom Hanks flew out to meet Science Workshop program. This is par-
tion process for Project Mercury. He Lovell, he picked up Hanks from the air- ticularly motivating for the younger peo- He ended the session with the
never gave up, however, and he was later port in his private aircraft, and on the way ple to see that someone who was where advice: Never Stop Looking Up!
selected for Gemini. to the airstrip where Lovell kept his they are now has become successful in
plane, he performed maneuvers involv- the field.
He said that his favorite mission of ing yanking and banking to see if Hanks
the four was Apollo 8. In this mission, the could take it. She recently went into space on
astronauts went around the Moon but did Virgin’s SpaceShip Two (AKA VSS
not land. It was famous as the one, just Lovell felt that a malfunction of this Unity), so she is America’s newest astro-
before Christmas, 1968, where astronauts magnitude was going to happen sooner naut. She noted that the spacecraft is still
read the story of creation from Genesis. or later, and this was probably the best in its testing phase, so the passenger com-
Lovell related how the Earth was so time for it. Had it happened earlier, it partment, with its comforts for a short-
small from that distance, that he stuck out might have killed, or at least seriously sleeve environment, has not been com-
his thumb and it covered the Earth...the hurt, our space program, and if it had pleted. Consequently, she was very cold
place that mankind has always called happened later, the consequences would but still happy to have been on board.
home. have probably been much worse.
She asked Lovell if he had experi-
He never set foot on the Moon, due Beth Moses was NASA’s Assembly enced such cold, and he related how, after
to the emergency on the Apollo 13 mis- Manager for the International Space the explosion in the service module of
sion, in which there was great concern Station, and she is now the Chief Apollo 13, that the three man crew had to
that the astronauts might not come back Astronaut Instructor and a Commercial stay in the Lunar Excursion Module that
alive. (I remember it well, as my college Astronaut for Virgin Galactic. When pay- had been designed for only two men, and
AIAA group had flown to the Cape, ing passengers eventually go into space it was very cold there.
where we had passes to witness the

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26 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

CELEBRATING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY
OF THE B-2 SPIRIT BOMBER

DIVORCE – PATERNITY The Flight Test Historical Foundation Air Force Flight Test Museum
MEN’S RIGHTS is excited to announce the 2019 Gathering Features 80 Historic Aircraft
of Eagles event on Oct. 19, 2019 – “From
If you are Involved in a Divorce or First Flight to First Fight,” Celebrating the The Air Force Flight Test Museum is
Paternity Case... 30th Anniversary of the B-2 Spirit Bomber. a Field Museum operating within the
...you Should Know That: guidelines of the USAF Heritage Program
This year’s fundraiser, hosted at preserving the history of flight testing.
1. You may have an excellent chance of obtaining child custody; Hunter Pavilion (2551 W Avenue H,
2. It’s your child...she doesn’t own it; Lancaster, CA), will include a B-2 The museum's mission it is to pre-
3. There are numerous legal methods of avoiding alimony; Presentation and Q&A, Eagle serve, display and educate the public to
4. There are numerous legal methods of avoiding loss of your property; Recognition, Dinner and Keepsake Silent over 75 years of flight test research, both
5. If properly represented, you won’t be “taken to the cleaners”, Auction. The reception beings at 5 p.m., at Edwards and the surrounding area. The
6. Courts can be legally required not to favor the woman; with dinner and program starting at 6 p.m. inventory of the Air Force Flight Test
7. You can fight against false charges of child abuse or spousal abuse. Tickets are $100 per person, and sponsor- Museum includes over 80 historic aircraft.
8. You can emerge from a divorce emotionally and financially sound; ship and full table purchases are available. Exhibits inside the museum cover such
9. Men do have rights! diverse subjects as the formation of the
10. California cases only. 2019 Gathering of Eagles ancient lake beds, early home-steading in
Honorees: the area, the first military use of Edwards,
Contact: Lawyers For Men’s Rights breaking the sound barrier and flight test
213-384-8886 Frank T Birk: Col, USAF; B-2 from World War II to the present. Artifacts
Combined Test Force Director in the collection include aircraft propul-
or visit us at www.mensrightslawyers.com William “Flaps” Flanagan: Flight Test sion systems, missiles, hardware, life sup-
LAW OFFICES OF STUART J. FABER Weapon System Operator (Northrop port equipment, technical drawings, test
Grumman Corp) reports, personal memorabilia, photo-
Anthony A ‘Tony’ Imondi: LtCol, graphs, and wind tunnel models.
USAF; Strategic Air Command Pilot
Thomas J LeBeau: LtCol, USAF; space vehicles. The celebration honors both
Operational Test & Evaluation Pilot; B2 significant events and individuals that have
Test Pilot made these events possible. The event is
Robert G ‘Bob’ Myers: Vice President also a fundraiser, providing resources to the
B-2 Flight Test (Northrop Grumman Corp) Air Force Flight Test Museum at Edwards
Otto J Waniczek: Air Vehicle Manager Air Force Base, University scholarships,
(Northrop Grumman Corp) and a variety of STEM education programs.

For more information on sponsor- About Flight Test Historical
ship, volunteering, or to buy tickets, Foundation
please visit: www.afftcmuseum.org/
gathering-of-eagles-2019 The mission of the Flight Test
Historical Foundation is to raise funds to
About Gathering Of Eagles support the development of the Air Force
Flight Test (AFFT) Museum at Edwards
The Gathering of Eagles is a yearly AFB, Calif. and the museum’s Blackbird
celebration of the Flight Test Historical Airpark Annex at USAF Plant 42 in near-
Foundation to acknowledge significant by Palmdale.
achievements in the flight testing of aero-

CHINO WELCOMES NEW AVIONICS SHOP

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SkyCam Aviation is Changing Traditional Ideas Around
Aerial Imaging

SkyCam, which began in Livermore, Calif., has developed an innovative - Right of way surveys and patrols by utility, pipeline and railroad companies
solution making them the first to be able to collect high quality video - Vegetation management
economically and at scale. They fly fixed wing aircraft and are the leader - Natural disaster/ weather event assessment
in providing the premium geo-tagged 4k, ultra high definition video filmed from a - Earth erosion monitoring
safe altitude. They have optimized their recording so that high resolution stills can - Pre-construction planning and surveys
be extracted and printed from the video. - Defense evidence against litigation
Where drones are constrained by their size, FAA regulations and range, Sky- - Engineering and drawing plans
Cam has taken advantage of fixed wing aircraft and their versatility. Skycam can fly
into airspace restricted to drones, not requiring time delaying special authorizations SkyCam’s system is suitable for generating 3D images and photogrammetry
and approvals. SkyCam has developed and built a new, proprietary gimbal and sta- models providing the same functionality as LIDAR at a fraction of the cost and
bilization system which supports up to four cameras, allowing them to shoot with a without the difficulties in collection, processing, and usability. They have also part-
combination of lenses (ranging from 90mm to 1200mm) or other sensors based on nered with the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to develop a passive
the needs of the client. methane detection sensor. With this technology, SkyCam will offer one of the most
Because SkyCam’s data is the highest quality, it is not only human watchable low-cost aerial methane detection solutions on the market. These are just a few of
but also produces the sharpest images required for accurate Artificial Intelligence the exciting projects in SkyCam’s R&D pipeline.
and Computer Vision applications. With their data, SkyCam has successfully
demonstrated Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) autonomous detection on railroad tracks. SkyCam owns and operates a fleet of 26 aircraft with over 50,000 sq. ft. of
They partnered with an A.I. company and selected a small sample of images as a hangar facilities in Livermore, CA and 24,000 sq. ft. in Thomas, OK, making them
training basis for an A.I. proof of concept to detect cracked and crooked railroad ties flexible and scalable. Unlike drones, which have a very limited operating distance
and missing railroad spikes in base plates. The results were remarkable, with de- and are bound by tight FAA airspace restrictions, SkyCam has the ability to fly tens
tection levels up to 95 percent. Given this limited training and small sample size, of thousands of miles on a weekly basis. They can fly 1,000 miles per day, per air-
SkyCam is absolutely confident that an adequately trained A.I. solution, using Sky- plane. With sufficient aircraft and camera systems, there is no risk of downtime or
Cam’s high quality data, will provide an autonomous detection solution to monitor start up delays to the clients. SkyCam can respond quickly to extra or last minute
all assets across various industries at scale. jobs, such as natural disaster situations.
SkyCam has been engaged by companies from several different industries to
provide various types of data. Some examples of how companies have utilized Sky- SkyCam’s system is flexible with unlimited possibilities. They are excited to
Cam’s data include: share a demo of their system and discuss how it can help meet your industry’s needs.
Please contact SkyCam Aviation to see how their services can help your business at
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28 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

EAA AIRVENTURE’S VINTAGE VILLAGE PROVIDES SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT

EAA’s Vintage Village is the place to a one of a kind entertainment experience, The Ladies for Liberty (Nancy Cheak,
be when you visit EAA Air Venture for an along with announcer Wayne Flurry, that Wanda Martin, Deanna Hampton), spon-
authentic taste of the past, flavored with brought back the times and music of the sored by Nuvite Chemical Corporation
both great aircraft and patriotic spirit. Andrew Sisters as they boosted the morale performed at AirVenture throughout the
of our heroes who served in WWII. week. They are accompanied by announc-
2019 was special, where the Ladies er Wayne Flurry.
for Liberty (Nancy Cheak, Wanda Martin, The Ladies for Liberty perform at
Deanna Hampton) were happy to perform many events throughout the year. For more (Courtesy The Ladies for Liberty)
in the Vintage Village area all week. information regarding this remarkable trio,
Sponsored by the Nuvite Chemical contact www.ladiesforliberty.com or call
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NATA APPLAUDS RECONFIRMATION OF NTSB CHAIRMAN ROBERT

SUMWALT AND MEMBER JENNIFER HOMENDY

On Aug. 1, National Transportation our online training program, it is our guid- safety and we look forward to continuing five-year term as Board Member.
Safety Board Chairman Robert Sumwalt ing principle when fulfilling our mission to work with him and Member Homendy Sumwalt was sworn in as the 14th
was confirmed to serve another three throughout all lines of aviation business. in advancing the agency’s initiatives.” Chairman of the National Transportation
years in his current role. The Senate also Chairman Robert Sumwalt has been a Safety Board on Aug. 10, 2017, after
reconfirmed NTSB Member Jennifer great friend and champion of safety in our The Honorable Robert L. Sumwalt being nominated by President Donald J.
Homendy for another term. The National community. We are pleased that both he began his tenure at the NTSB in August Trump and confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Air Transportation Association (NATA) and Member Homendy been confirmed to 2006 when President George W. Bush
President Gary Dempsey issued the fol- serve additional terms. NATA applauds appointed him to the Board and designat- The Honorable Jennifer Homendy
lowing statement in support: Chairman Sumwalt’s leadership in pro- ed him as Vice Chairman of the Board. In took the oath of office as the 44th
moting the continuous improvement of November 2011, President Barack Member of the National Transportation
“Safety first is not just the name of Obama reappointed him to an additional Safety Board on Aug. 20, 2018.

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Flying With Faber

FISHING WITH FABER – AN ALASKAN PARADISE

Alook at a map of Alaska reveals a Stuart J. Faber
panhandle in the southeastern and Aunt Bea
portion of the state. The handle,
part of the Inside Passage, wraps itself Quest Alaska Lodge is just a short boat ride from Sitka’s harbor. (Stuart Faber)
around the southwestern border of
Canada’s Yukon Territory and heads Accommodations. halibut. Luke, who makes all soups from Downtown Sitka. (Stuart Faber)
southeast along the coast of British scratch, serves a hearty, robust clam chow-
Columbia just short of Prince Rupert. The When I travel to the wilderness for a der- the best I’ve ever tasted. backyard. He was a devoted and patient
Inside Passage , a coastal route for ships fishing adventure, I crave a wilderness teacher to all of us.
which weave through the myriad islands experience. I’ve been to some lodges If you have special dietary needs,
along the Pacific Northwest coast of North where the accommodations are uncom- just ask the chef – he will accommodate Our first day centered on catching
America, extends all the way to northwest- fortably fancy. I remember one trip years your requests. My grand kids are super Dungeness crab and Pacific shrimp.
ern Washington State. These waters , not ago where guests were required to wear a fussy eaters. After saying “no” and mak- Warren knew exactly where to drop the
only are an historical route for freighters, coat and tie at dinnertime. The cabins at ing grotesque facial expressions, they crab pots and shrimp nets. The gear was
tugs and commercial fishing vessels, they Quest Lodge deliver the ideal combina- cautiously tried foods they had never placed in the water and marked with
are a popular destination for cruise ships, tion of rustic and comfortable. A coat and experienced. They devoured Luke’s cui- buoys. Moments after we placed the last
sport fishing and tourism. tie might result in banishment. sine with gusto. contrivance, we circled back to the first
traps, which were already bulging with
The Alaskan portion of the Inside Each waterfront cabin, with unique The hearty breakfasts, delicious boat crab and shrimp.
Passage winds through the Alexander Alaskan decor, is easily accessible via an lunches and unforgettable dinners are
Archipelago, which encompasses 1,000 illuminated boardwalk that encircles the supplemented with snacks, appetizers, The balance of our trip was devoted
islands, 15,000 miles of shoreline and island. Three cabins have two bedrooms beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks. to angling for king salmon, halibut and
thousands of coves and bays. The four and two bathrooms. They are fully fur- cod. Saltwater kings, also known as
main port cities along the Passage are nished, including plush chairs and sofas, The waterfront lodge offers a vista of Chinook Salmon, which begin to appear in
Ketchikan, Juneau (Alaska’s capital), kitchenettes, comfy beds and cozy bed- eagles, whales and other wildlife frequent- May and run last until late July, are famous
Skagway and Sitka. ding. One cabin, named Edgecome, offers ly visible during meals and gatherings. The for their power and endurance. Kings are
views of the famous dormant volcano, Mt. lodge can also accommodate larger family among the most difficult species to catch.
During the summer months, twilight in Edgecome. Another, Clam Beach, is where get-togethers and corporate functions. We brought many up to the side of the
the Tongass Forest extends almost to mid- one can harvest clams just under the deck. boat-a few gave us one last sneering look,
night. This pristine water and forestland, The third cabin, Eagles Nest, is shared by Let’s Go Fishing. dived under the boat and outsmarted even
shaped by the powerful force of massive a pair of eagles who have been raising their the most seasoned fisherman.
glaciers, teems with deer, bears, bald eagles, young for years in their treetop nest. Four The fishing fleet consists of ocean-
sea lions, porpoises, otters and whales. The smaller cabins. each with one bed- going vessels custom designed, manufac- The life cycle of the King Salmon
region is home to Tlingit, Haida and room/one bathroom, are furnished with tured and equipped for the lodge. The involves both freshwater and saltwater,
Tsimshian Indians whose history is reflected one king or queen bed, recliner, and a com- tunnel-hull-designed boats, each with a so you can locate and fish for adult King
in towering totem poles. Russian settlers left pact refrigerator. Every cabin, perched fully enclosed heated cabin, can accom- Salmon in either type of water. In the
a legacy of onion-domed churches and, of right on the shoreline, has several large modate six fishermen and a captain. oceans and bays around Alaska, the kings
course, wars and territorial incursions. picture windows with incredible views. start to make their way from the deeper
The wide, 11-foot beam minimizes waters towards the inlets and deltas along
The Airport Let’s Eat! the effect of those choppy water days. the western shores and along the Gulf of
The cabin is strategically centered to pro- Alaska. This process usually begins to
Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, (SIT) Cuisine at Quest Lodge is outstand- mote a smooth ride, as well as creating peak in May. Some anglers prefer the
is a beautiful airport with its huge, wide ing. Luke, the chef, honed his cooking the space for a full exterior walk around. rivers. We fished in open-ocean waters-
runway jutting into the bay. Runway 11/29 skills in Alaska. His talent and culinary Twin engines provide plenty of power to down deep with down-riggers.
is 7,200 feet in length. Obviously, it’s at magic delight the palate with the very first propel the 26-foot vessels to and from
sea level-in reality, 26 feet above the water. bite. The Pacific Rim and local Alaskan Sitka’s famous fishing waters. All fishing Fishing for halibut requires an
The field has RNAV, GPS, LDA/DME and cuisine is on a parallel with the best restau- boats are equipped with state-of-the-art entirely different technique. The hooks
VOR approaches. Aero Services is the rants in Alaska. We feasted on self-caught fish finding electronics as well as a GPS. are baited with hunks of cod, herring,
local FBO. Call 907/ 747-7222. Dungeness crab, Pacific prawns and ten- plus salmon heads and guts. Halibut are
derloin beef medallions – not to mention The highly skilled, Southeast Alaska bottom feeders, so you must go to their
Quest Alaska Lodge, 605/725-5262, the Sitka staple foods: fresh salmon and fishing guides have years of experience dining spots. The line is tossed in the
fishing@questalaskalodges.com. fishing the Sitka Alaska waters. Warren,
the head guide, has been fishing Continued on Page 30
If you are looking for trophy size Southeast Alaska for decades and knows
king salmon, plus huge halibut, ling cod these waters as well as I know my own
and red snapper, the Sitka region is home
to one of the most productive waterways
in Southeastern Alaska. Don’t just take
my word for it – I obtained that informa-
tion directly from the Alaska Fish and
Game Department. Just a short boat ride
from the Sitka Harbor is Quest Alaska
Lodge, one of the most splendid fishing
lodges I’ve ever visited.

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Flying With Faber tured, how it functions. He told us about
subtle techniques with the rudders and
Continued from Page 29 visitors Black bears and grizzlies live on right at home. the engines. The kids learned about bears,
some area islands and on the mainlandbut Especially with the children, I was eagles, whales and sea otters. They were
water and dropped to the ocean floor, not on Hummingbird Island. Trips to taught how to clean the fish. The chef
often to a depth of 300 feet. Once the view grizzles can be arranged. searching for more than just a fishing shared a few of his culinary secrets with
weight hits bottom, you reel up a foot or adventure. I wanted the kids, and the me. We enhanced our knowledge about
so and wait. Halibut are attracted by Bring a camera, an appetite and your adults, to enhance our respective knowl- the three -ologies: ichthyology, dendrolo-
scent. Bouncing the bait will deliver the enthusiasm. Quest furnishes everything edge of nature, the environment, boating gy and ornithology. Ron and I exchanged
scent and vibrations out in all directions, else. and the Alaskan way of life. Many of the a host of flying and outdoor stories.
indicating there is food nearby. staff came from different cultures-differ-
All-inclusive rates include boat/ ent worlds than our family. Ron, the Most important, we shared portions of
On this trip, I was accompanied by fishing guide, cabin accommodations, owner, an astute businessman and entre- our respective lives, worlds and cultures-
my son, Brad, his wife Janet and their two cooked-to-order breakfast, boat lunch, preneur, is a world traveler, explorer, hel- growing up either in the city or the wilder-
kids, Faith, age 9 and Parker, age 6. These nightly gourmet dinner, open bar, all nec- icopter and jet pilot as well as an avid ness. We could be as open as we desired or
children are being raised to bond with, essary fishing licenses and stamps for fisherman and hunter. His wife, Sharon, as private as we desired. In one week, we all
understand and respect nature and the salmon and halibut, fishing equipment, also an accomplished outdoors person, received an education that would have been
bounties of the earth and waters. They are tackle and bait, all-weather gear, unlimit- placed her expert touch on the cabin impossible to learn in school.
not afraid to get their hands dirty, feel the ed fish cleaning, filleting, vacuum pack- designs. I craved a sharing of those two
driving rain on their face or contend with a ing, freezing, wet-lock boxes and storage, worlds-and that is what we received. One This highly trained, courteous and
bout of sea sickness. Each child caught a daily housekeeping, baggage handling guy had 10 years as an educator of young responsive staff offers pampered service-or
respectable number of fish, some of which and ground transportation to and from the children, another 10 years in the U.S. whatever level you desire. If I want to be
outweighed them. We returned to the dock airport and island. Coast Guard. Another fellow was a certi- pampered, I’ll visit the Plaza Athénée in
with around 250 pounds of fish-many of fied captain of ocean vessels up to 100 Paris. At a fishing lodge, I strive to be as
which were caught by the kids. I’ve visited a variety of fishing tons. Another a graduate of an Alaskan proactive as possible. I’ll get my own cof-
lodges ranging from luxurious to primi- culinary school. All were small town, fee refill. But if you wish, the staff will
When the fishing day ends, we loved tive. I prefer something in between. warm, down-to-earth folks who gener- anticipate and respond to your every desire.
to stroll around the island. We enjoyed Quest Lodge Alaska combines the best of ously shared their life experiences.
spectacular sunsets and amazing Alaskan all fishing lodge worlds. The cabins, fash- One day, the chef returned from shop-
scenery. The densely forested island is ioned from native pine trees and local Of course, we were the beneficiaries ping with a gorgeous bunch of fresh
bordered with rocky shorelines. rocks, are immaculate, comfortably fur- of a comprehensive education on how the rhubarb. I offered to make a pie. The gang
Wildflowers and azaleas are abundant in nished and, thanks to Sharon, artfully fish live, feed and travel. We were gently eagerly accepted. So as not to intrude in the
this lush, rainforest environment. designed. The lodge can accommodate taught the techniques of boating, angling chef’s domain, I awoke at five a.m. the next
Diminutive hummingbirds seek out the up to 16 guests, a population that lends and safety. But we learned even more. morning. I baked the rhubarb pie and set it
island’s nectars while humpback whales itself to a more familial experience. The captain shared his knowledge of out to cool before our fishing boat departed
surface in the waterways and eagles soar Within moments of our arrival, we blend- wind and current patterns and tides. He
overhead. Local sea lions, otters and ed in with the staff, many of whom were enlightened us on how a boat is struc- Continued on Page 32
many species of sea birds are frequent members of the owner’s family. We felt

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Homebuilder’s Workshop By Ed Wischmeyer imagine. Runner up
was a Cherokee 140, in
SLOSHKOSH DEUX case your credulity was not already suit-
ably stretched. The Cessna owner’s other
With the RV-9 prop swap project tion than did the judges, and of 80 audience trophy, and was flown in from Nevada. plane was an early Cessna 172 that won all
stalled, it was airlines to O’Hare where a participation electronic devices, exactly one With its limited range, that trip took eight the marbles two years prior.
long-time friend took me to a neighbor- vote was for my presentation. Cutesy air- hops of 1:20. Baggage comes separately.
hood car rental, saving $300 off the air- borne loss of control gadgets still rule the Then it was back to Chicago, avoid-
port rental price. Had I tried to rent a car roost, no matter how low the effectiveness or Down the way in the Innovation build- ing interstates as possible. Near Oshkosh, I
in Milwaukee or Appleton, the price unlikely the implementation in the fleet. ing was a petite, all carbon fiber two seater, drove through several small towns with
would have been $700 higher. Having designed for a 240 knot cruise. They didn’t tiny, immaculate houses and tired down-
survived arrogant Illinois traffic and the Wednesday, I gave a forum on angle seem to really have a solid approach to towns, all photogenic plus interesting other
congestion of US41 south of Milwaukee, of attack, not from an aerodynamics point good handling qualities, nor did a Czech sights. With the late spring, everything was
which is “under destruction” for the sec- of view but from a control theory point of airplane that looked like a mini-Lancair two green and growing, and there was a feeling
ond year in a row, my friend’s favorite view, discussing (among other things) two seater. They’ve sold a respectable number of life, life in abundance. The farther south
malapropism, Oshkosh finally came into phenomena that I don’t think are in any of of those in Europe, but if we were getting I drove, the taller the corn became and the
view. I was glad that the rain on the way the books. Well attended, very well past the language barrier, the stick force per less charming the scenery.
north wasn’t any worse than it was. received. But there was another presenter G is about one kilo – much too light.
who talked about the aerodynamics of Best license plate frame seen on the
Wisconsin has had a cold, wet AOA, and I learned a ton from him. And Along the lines of composites, the old drive – “My Golden can lick your honor
spring, with some farmers losing one- one audience member gave me another Glasair III is back, now in carbon fiber and student.”
thrid of their calves. That Saturday before great idea. You go to Oshkosh to learn… with a more sloped windshield. The com-
AirVenture, two storms (one of which I posite parts are made in Arlington, Wash., Wednesday at Oshkosh, some of us
drove through) came through and Then, finally, it was time to see the where the originals were made, but were hoping to drive over to central
dumped another four to five inches of show. Sort of. Having diligently scoured Australia is the source of the metal bits, to Wisconsin to see the Big Boy locomo-
rain. Disaster. Along with the rains came all the vendor exhibits at Sun ‘n’ Fun, and use their idiom. The new airframe is 120 tive, the largest steam locomotive ever
high gusts of winds, some campers had with my volunteer job threatening to get pounds lighter, giving the new model a built, one of eight surviving of 25 built.
their tents collapsed, some were awash, real busy on Friday afternoon as it always much needed boost in payload. Schedules didn’t work out, but Big Boy
some spent the night in the museum, does, the ramblings this year were more was spending a few days in West
some slept on the floor of the showers. casual. For example, I never saw what If you really want payload, Barnaby Chicago, about 15 minutes from where I
was going on in ultralights or seaplanes. Wainfan of Factemobile fame is the man to was staying. Big Boy is an apt name.
Subsequently, all of the campground And it’s been years since I’ve bothered see. He is contemplating an LSA-able two Some of the rivets were as big as eggs…
spaces and aircraft parking spaces were with warbirds and their attitudes. seater and with the tremendous structural
either too soft to support normal usage or efficiency of his low aspect ratio designs, Apparently when Big Boy came into
under water. Slowly, slowly, things dried out I missed the Wednesday night fire- the payload will be phenomenal. town, the crowds were five deep on either
and returned to normal, but it was a mess, works display, but I heard from several Performance is sometimes better than, side of the tracks. When I saw it, there was
slow to resolve for the incoming traffic, both how it was the best they had ever seen. sometimes comparable to conventional one man in a wheelchair who clearly knew
ground and air. There were days of delays. They told me that over and over. designs. I want one, but I need 150 knots as much about steam locomotives as I
cruise to be usable for long trips. thought I knew about airplanes. For exam-
Not all of the delays were seemingly Friday night, astronaut Mike Collins ple, there were 25 Pennsylvania RailRoad
attributable to weather. Many comment- and shuttle pilot Joe Engle were inter- An F-35 was one of the demo planes, T1 engines built, the fastest steam locomo-
ed that auto and air traffic handling was viewed in a humorous and very well along with an F-22 flown by one of my tives ever. All were scrapped, but there is a
less efficient this year than last. received fashion. Backstage, meanwhile, nephew’s buddies. Never caught up with group that is building a new one, from
Collins’ two daughters were protecting him, though. Doc, the spectacularly pol- scratch. Even more amazing than the Twin
Meanwhile, up in Appleton, some their 88-year-old dad in a manner that ished B-29 was there, sharing the sky with Mustang restoration, which is way, way,
planes that were only chocked were wind one observer called “rabid.” It was web- an archaic by comparison B-17 and a pair way over the top.
damaged, some tiedowns in the grass did cast, live, as were other evening events. of truly archaic Ford TriMotors. There
not claw the ground but were pulled out. were heritage flights with combinations of Then it was back home on the air-
Big wing taildraggers can generate a lot Some YouTube followers will know A-10, F-22, F-35, and P-51s. The one and lines. Due to weather, congestion, flight
of lift in high winds… about the X-project, a very small canard, only flying F-82 Twin Mustang was there, crew time limits and such, the elapsed
single seat runabout. They’ve been doing sounding and looking on takeoff like a pair time from being dropped off (early) at
On Monday, I twice presented a all this with CAD/CAM, making molds of P-51s in tight formation. Then when it O’Hare to being picked up at Savannah
forum on Spins or Spirals. Research shows and composite parts. Impressive. I got to sit turned away and you could see the co- was 10:50, almost 11 hours. United did a
that not all loss-of-control accidents are in the fuselage they brought to Oshkosh, joined fuselages, it seemed like a bad joke. good job of handling the situation, and all
spins, and this means that the historical and with its roomy semi-recumbent seating the passengers handled it well. I sent
record on spin accident rates are unreli- position, it was certainly a different experi- Sunday morning, it was all over but United an attaboy. But if I were flying
able. I’ve also identified two accident ence. The first one will be a twin jet run- the shouting – and a few late emails relat- myself, it would have been five hours in
mechanisms that can look like spins to an about, that term again, but used advisedly, ed to my volunteer job – so I borrowed a the air, an hour for a gas stop, and maybe
accident investigator, both of them low as those jet engines have no generators, and scooter for final rounds. I made it down to a half hour at each end. Then again, if I
angle of attack phenomena, plus another require oil to be mixed with the fuel. The ultralights, where not much was happening hadn’t got out ahead of the storm front, I
low angle of attack accident mechanism. airplane in the booth had a Belgian D- at that hour, and watched an AirCam take might still be in Wisconsin.
motor 6-cylinder flathead engine. off, flown by the back-seater. On the main
Tuesday night was the finals of the runway, a pair of Baby Aces took off, one I wish.
Founder’s Innovation Prize to reduce loss of Over in the Homebuilder’s Hangar with wheel pants. At the Vintage hangar, I
control accidents, and although I made the was one of, if not the first, customer-built saw the Cessna 150 that won Grand But most of all, we touched the earth and
finals this year, I did not fare well. My friends SubSonex single engine jets. It had a beau- Champion Contemporary class, if you can became part of the wilderness.
thought much more highly of my presenta- tiful paint scheme, won a workmanship

Flying With Faber

Continued on Page 30 When we departed, each of us was fishing adventure. It was a life and soul
burgeoning with newly acquired knowl- builder for our family-hopefully, the staff
at 6:30. Yes, we all gave gifts of ourselves edge, profound life experiences and eter- as well. Outstanding fishing, superb
to one another. Brad offered some “techie” nal memories. Yes, this was more than a accommodations and excellent cuisine.
advice for their wi-fi system.

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TEN REASONS TO ATTEND AIRVENTURE

By Annamarie Buonocore ty of pilots fly in their own planes. Check stop. This airport offers additional parking One of many general aviation aircraft on
out the camping area to see some of the for both planes and cars, and there is a bus display at EAA AirVenture.
Anybody who has spent more than most interesting selection of aircraft. For that runs back and forth from the show.
five minutes reading about or anybody looking to purchase any aircraft This airport has a comfortable terminal, (Annamarie Buonocore)
hanging around aviation knows in the future, this is the place to go to classrooms, and plenty of space for tie
that EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is the explore the many different options. One downs. The whole area is a pretty and a Interested participants and members of the
biggest, greatest, airshow in America and can spend all day looking at all the differ- friendly one to visit. EAA Wings Program gather for an informa-
probably the world. The show features ent types of aircraft. If you love planes, tive presentation on flying safety and weath-
every airplane imaginable, has enough and we all do, attend EAA AirVenture. 6. The Opportunities er on July 25. (Annamarie Buonocore)
booths and vendors to exhaust the most
adventurous traveler, has great food, and 3. The Vendors There are so many opportunities at Show attendees browse planes on display
fun activities for family and friends of all AirVenture that the words opportunity and and vendors offering better landing gear.
ages and walks of life. But even after all of All of the people at AirVenture are AirVenture are practically synonymous.
these great things, it is the people and the great, but the ones that travel for miles, For one, the show offers a great deal of (Annamarie Buonocore)
community that make the show what it is. work for weeks in advance, and sit in tents education. There are lectures on weather,
or behind tables in hot temperatures are the safety, manufacturing, flight education, and A wooden plane and plaque given to a
This was my first year attending EAA ones that deserve a special round of much, much more. Anybody who doesn’t 1983 Charles Taylor Master Mechanic
AirVenture. I grew up around aviation my applause. I give bonus points to the ones sit in the air-conditioned auditorium for at Award Recipient sits on green grass.
entire life, so I consider this trip a pilgrim- who had air conditioning or large fans. least one lecture is missing out. AirVenture
age that changed me. Luckily, I landed in Vendors offer great products and services is also loaded with business opportunities. (Annamarie Buonocore)
Oshkosh during decent weather, and I from special aviation gifts and memorabil- If you are an entrepreneur interested in sell- than EAA AirVenture. Organizations,
must say that it was everything I had ia to state-of-the-art, industry-disrupting ing planes or starting any business that businesses, pilots and performers, mem-
hoped for and then some. engines. There were so many wonderful could connect with the flying world, this is bers of the media, artists, and regular pas-
vendors, including Hartwig, Aircraft the place to come. There are also many sionate folks are making all the difference.
In this edition of Ed, Ed, and Editor, Spruce, AOPA, DeltaHawk, NBAA, companies hiring, publications looking for
I would like to thank Ed Wischmeyer for ALSIM, and so many more that I can’t writers and photographers, and opportuni- 9. The History
covering the show for us all these years. I even name them all. Their people are so ties for students entering the job market.
have a newfound appreciation for your friendly and helpful that they can educate AirVenture is above all a networking event, Just as important as the future is the
work. I would also like to thank Ed you on their products without even having and you will not be sorry for attending. rich history that makes AirVenture what it
Downs for encouraging me to attend and to look things up. If you want to buy from
staying on me all these years. And Dad, serious, credible vendors with excellent 7. The Community Continued on Page 43
thank you for instilling a love of flight in products and services, this is the place to
me. I look forward to returning in 2020. be. These people know their stuff! For as long as I have been in aviation,
I have known it to be a tight-knit commu-
1. The People 4. The Food nity. The people support one another and
come together to share humor, good times,
The people make AirVenture what it No event is complete without deli- and a passionate attitude toward the future.
is. From the friendly volunteers checking cious food, and AirVenture has this part The community is what keeps aviation
bags at the entrance, to the shuttle drivers, down pat. If it wasn’t for the great planes, going, and you see a lot of this cama-
to the hard workers in the press and it would do just fine as a food festival. raderie at AirVenture. Organizations like
media centers, many volunteers come The show features all-American cuisine, EAA, NBAA, and AOPA stand strong to
from all over the world to put on this including barbecue, buttered corn, and make sure this sense of community contin-
great show. Pilots and airshow perform- ice cream. The site even features a ues, which brings me to the next reason
ers bring entertainment, vendors bring Subway Sandwiches and an A&W. An one should attend AirVenture.
business opportunities and great products unassuming booth selling lemon and
and services, and speakers bring educa- strawberry “fruit chillers” is a great spot 8. The Future
tion to the event. If you get lost (and it is to hang out and cool down. If planes
big enough for one to get lost), friendly aren’t enough to twist your friend’s arm There are many reasons to be con-
veteran attendees and volunteers are there into going to AirVenture, just tell them cerned about the future of general aviation.
to help. If you have enjoyed your about the food. Pilot shortages, new technologies, govern-
AirVenture experience, thank a volunteer, ment regulations, airport closures, and an
a vendor, or an aerobatic performer. They 5. The Area aging flying population are all cause for
make the event what it is! concern. But for as many concerns as there
Now I will admit I am a bit biased in are, there are just as many reasons to be
2. The Planes this department, seeing that in a past life I excited! New STEM programs are inspir-
lived in the Midwest, but one would agree ing kids, teens, and young adults to learn to
If the people weren’t so kind and that Wisconsin is a beautiful place. This fly. More companies are hiring, and there
helpful, I would have made this number year, the weather was a little cooler and a are exciting new jobs in the aviation world
one. Why do we attend airshows? little less humid. Scenery on Highway 41 that are bringing more young people into
Because of the planes. AirVenture has includes small green hills, pretty houses, the industry. At AirVenture, one can tell
every plane imaginable, from small and red barns. The skies and sunsets are that the attendees and leaders of the event
Cessnas and Pipers to large Boeing jets. spectacular. Milwaukee is a great city to are focused on the positives and working
There is a whole section on seaplanes, explore that many AirVenture attendees fly to find solutions for the concerns. For
another section for light sport aircraft, into. The ride down has little congestion. anyone who is feeling discouraged about
and even a friendly place for drones and Fond du Lac Airport is a great midway the future of their sport, look no further
unmanned systems. Vendors often have
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AIRVENTURE 2019: FACTS AND FIGURES FOR A RECORD YEAR

EAA CEO and Chairman of the EAA CEO and Chairman of the Board
Board Jack J. Pelton began his closing
remarks at the end of AirVenture 2019 on Jack J. Pelton. (Courtesy EAA)
July 28 by thanking EAA AirVenture
Oshkosh attendees, volunteers, air traffic efforts of our volunteers, staff, and every- Total showplanes: 2,758 including lion times by viewers in more than 200
controllers, the FAA, and Wittman one involved put forth this year,” Jack 1,057 homebuilt aircraft (including a countries, who watched more than
Regional Airport, as well as the people of said. “Our 50th consecutive year in record 592 homebuilt aircraft campsites), 315,000 hours of activities from the
Oshkosh and the surrounding local area. Oshkosh was one to remember for us, 939 vintage airplanes, 400 warbirds (six- AirVenture grounds. The AirVenture app
and for everyone who attended.” percent increase), 188 ultralights and was downloaded and used by nearly
Soon after, Jack transitioned to talk- light-sport aircraft, 105 seaplanes (40 47,000 attendees. EAA Radio reached
ing about what dominated the conversa- Facts and Figures for percent increase), 62 aerobatic aircraft, more than 104,000 listeners in 158 coun-
tion early on – the rainy weather that cre- AirVenture 2019 and seven in other categories. tries with 6,735 hours of audio, and more
ated what he called a “tremendous chal- than 47,000 viewers of 405,000 minutes
lenge” to the fly-in convention. Attendance: Approximately 642,000 Camping: More than 12,300 sites in of streaming video.
Fortunately, EAAers were ready to step – 6.8 percent above 2018’s record total. aircraft and drive-in camping accounted
up and address this challenge. Comment from Jack: for an estimated 40,000 visitors. Guests registered at International
Visitors Tent: A record 2,772 visitors reg-
“I cannot believe the efforts of our “EAA members and aviation enthu- Volunteers: More than 5,500 con- istered from 93 nations, also a record
5,500 volunteers that turned what could siasts attended in large numbers, and tributing in excess of 250,000 hours. total (actual counts are higher since inter-
have been a very challenging week into stayed throughout the week. On July 22, national visitor registration is voluntary).
one that was successful,” Jack said. we thanked Oshkosh residents for 50 Commercial exhibitors: 863 Top countries represented by registered
years of support with free opening-day Forums, workshops, and presenta- visitors: Canada (561 visitors), Australia
Thanks to the work of everyone tickets, and more than 8,700 of them tions: A total of 1,500 sessions attended (386), and South Africa (177).
involved, Jack noted, AirVenture 2019 attended, which equates to 13 percent of by more than 75,000 people.
still had more than 2,700 showplanes as the city’s population. Throughout the rest EAA aircraft flights: 3,051 people The Gathering shines: The EAA
part of the more than 10,000 total air- of the week, our efforts to create unique flew aboard EAA’s Ford Tri-Motors, Aviation Foundation’s annual event to
planes. Warbirds saw growth of six per- attractions and aviation highlights across while 3,173 people flew aboard EAA’s support its aviation education programs
cent to a total of 400. There were more the grounds were incredibly successful in Bell 47 helicopters and 669 flew aboard attracted some 1,400 people and raised
than 100 seaplanes in attendance, which creating only-in-Oshkosh moments.” EAA’s B-17 Aluminum Overcast. more than $2.8 million that will be
is 30 more than last year. Homebuilt Social media, internet, and mobile: focused on EAA’s mission of growing
camping actually set a record, as Total aircraft: More than 10,000 air- More than 17.6 million people were participation in aviation.
Oshkosh welcomed 592 homebuilt air- craft arrived at Wittman Regional Airport reached by EAA’s social media channels
craft campers as part of more than 1,000 in Oshkosh and other airports in east-cen- during AirVenture; EAA’s website had Media: 851 media representatives
total homebuilt aircraft during the week. tral Wisconsin. At Wittman alone, there more than 2.1 million page views; EAA on-site, from six continents.
were 16,807 aircraft operations in the 11- video clips during the event were viewed
The FAAATC crews handled 14,500 day period from July 19-29, which is an 4.5 million times; and EAA’s 2,740 photo Economic impact*: $170 million for
aircraft movements through nine days, average of approximately 127 take- uploads were viewed more than 13.3 mil- the five counties in the Oshkosh region
and that number is expected to exceed offs/landings per hour. lion times. Additionally, EAA web (Winnebago, Outagamie, Fond du Lac,
15,000 easily after Sunday and Monday’s streams were accessed more than 1.6 mil- Calumet, and Brown). *Based on 2017
movements are factored in, Jack said. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh eco-
nomic impact study.
A grand total of 863 exhibitors made
Oshkosh home during the week, and What’s ahead for EAA AirVenture
according to Jack most of them experi- Oshkosh 2020 (July 20-26, 2020)?
enced fantastic sales numbers during Comment from Jack:
AirVenture.
“Planning is well underway for next
“Across the board, feedback from year’s event, including discussions dur-
exhibitors is that they had record years,” ing AirVenture 2019 about possible fea-
he said. “Many were saying sales were up tures and attractions for 2020. In the next
by as much as 50 percent.” few months, we will be finalizing high-
lights in all areas to make the 68th annu-
Jack also covered some of the al EAA fly-in convention the World’s
momentous events that took place across Greatest Aviation Celebration.”
AirVenture 2019, including Michael
Collins’ Theater in the Woods presenta- For more information, visit eaa.org
tion, welcoming Burt Rutan back to or eaa.org/airventure.
Oshkosh, and The Gathering, which
raised $2.8 million to advance EAA’s
programs this year.

Near the end of his remarks, Jack
shared that attendance numbers are pro-
jected to set another record this year, at
roughly 625,000 all told. That’s a five per-
cent increase from last year, which also
was a record. Camping attendance was up
five percent as well, and aircraft check-ins
remained about even with last year.

“Overall, I am very proud of the

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AIRVENTURE 2019 AIRCRAFT AWARDS

Grand Champion: World War II, Rod Donald Eisele, West Chester, 2006 Long-EZ, N82EZ David Lunsford, Bayfield, Colorado
Pennsylvania, 2018 Van’s RV-14, N1477M Grand Champion Kitbuilt - Gold Lindy 1936 Stinson SR-8B, N81E
Lewis (Courtesy EAA AirVenture) Jerry Sheppard, El Paso, Texas John Garred, Whiting, Iowa Antique Reserve Grand Champion -
2018 PA-18-Titan 370, N242N 2016 Pitts 12, N171JG Silver Lindy
Reserve Grand Champion Kitbuilt - Bernie Hartnell, Grand Junction, Grand Champion Plansbuilt - Gold Lindy James Savage, Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
Silver Lindy, John Janovetz Colorado, 2018 Van’s RV-14A, N114AB Allen Floyd, Erie, Colorado 1939 Spartan 7W, NC17634
Kurt Larson, Solon Springs, Wisconsin 2006 Long-EZ, N82EZ Antique Grand Champion - Gold Lindy
(Courtesy EAA AirVenture) 2019 RANS S-20 Raven, N826KK James Kreutzfeld, Castle Rock, Colorado
VINTAGE 1943 Howard DGA-15P, NC1785H
Hundreds of gorgeous, striking air- Plans Outstanding Workmanship -
planes arrive at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Plaques Antique (through August 1945) Classic (September 1945-1955)
each and every year in hopes of winning a Keith Welsh, Marshall, Illinois
Lindy Award. Few aircraft, in comparison 1989 Quickie, N494K World War II Military Trainer/ Outstanding Cessna 170 - Small Plaque
to the field, come away with any sort of Bill Anton, Satanta, Kansas Liaison Aircraft - Outstanding Keith Eisberg, Keytesville, Missouri
award. Fewer still come away with a Lindy. 2018 Bearhawk, N47NL Robert Swint, Geneseo, Illinois 1952 Cessna 170B, N2455D
1943 Boeing A75N1, N63806 Outstanding Ercoupe - Small Plaque
Awards are given out across six cat- Kit Champion - Bronze Lindy World War II Military Trainer/ Derk Kingrey, Brookville, Ohio
egories: Homebuilts, Warbirds, Vintage, David McKnight, Mooresville, North Liaison Aircraft - Runner-Up 1946 Ercoupe 415C, N2853H
Ultralights, Seaplanes, and Rotorcraft. Carolina, 2016 Lancair ES, N881DM Thomas Murray, Poplar Grove, Illinois Outstanding Navion - Small Plaque
Entrants can only be considered for one Alan Archer, Houston, Texas 1942 Ryan Aeronautical ST3KR, N48608 Phil Cook, Zeeland, Michigan
category in a given year, and are not eli- 2018 Van’s RV-10, N309WW Transport Category - Runner-Up 1948 Ryan Navion A, N4210K
gible for the same or any lower-tier Douglas Taylor, Fairfield, California H.S. Wright, Seattle, Washington Outstanding Stinson - Small Plaque
awards if they have won in the past. 2017 Van’s RV-8, N610TW 1929 Travel Air S-6000-B, N9084 Dennis Sparks, Poulsbo, Washington
Jared Shipman, Bismarck, Missouri Customized Aircraft - Runner-Up 1948 Stinson 108-3, N616C
Looks are considered in award judg- 2005 Van’s RV-8, N148X Mark Holt, Clear Lake, Iowa Outstanding Swift - Small Plaque
ing, but the quality of craftsmanship Bill Kervaski, Trussville, Alabama 1941 Waco UPF-7, N32049 Jeffrey Smith, Asheboro, North Carolina
inherent in the aircraft is a crucial factor 2018 Van’s RV-14A, N196 Bronze Age (1937-1941) Outstanding 1948 Temco GC-1B, N3849K
as well. Careful construction and/or David Hunstad, Alden, Michigan Closed-Cockpit Monoplane Outstanding Taylorcraft - Small Plaque
restoration, as well as tireless mainte- 2019 CubCrafters EX, N986KD Lonnie Autry, Hollister, California Timothy Newell, Beach City, Ohio
nance, is essential in winning a Lindy. Stephen Walsh, Boca Raton, Florida 1940 Spartan Executive, NC17665 1946 Taylorcraft BC-12D, N43754
2019 Kitfox S-7 Super Sport, N344V Bronze Age (1937-1941) Runner-Up Outstanding Limited Production -
With all of that said, congratulations Tobias Burch, San Diego, California Buck Korol, High River, Alberta, Canada Small Plaque
to all of the 2019 award winners! 2019 Cub Trekking CCK-1865, N745TB 1938 Luscombe Model 4, N1337 Ryan Newell, Canton, Ohio
Robert Anderson, Stillwater, Oklahoma Silver Age (1928-1936) Outstanding 1953 Taylorcraft 15A, N23JW
HOMEBUILT 2015 Van’s RV-8, N184GC Closed-Cockpit Monoplane Preservation - Small Plaque
James Carey, Naperville, Illinois Harry Ballance, Atlanta, Georgia Michael Larson, Erie, Colorado
Kit Outstanding Workmanship - Plaques 2016 Van’s RV-10, N415JS 1934 Stinson SR-5, NC14572 1949 Cessna 195A, N9857A
Paul Dye, Dayton, Nevada Silver Age (1928-1936) Runner-Up
2019 SubSonex, N958PD Plans Champion - Bronze Lindy Michael Maniatis, Milton, New York Continued on Page 38
James Folsom, Longwood, Florida A. Hutson, Griffin, Georgia 1928 de Havilland Gipsy Moth, NC431
2018 Van’s RV-7, N438DD 2018 Hatz CB-1, N89AC World War II Military Trainer/Liaison Seaplane Champion - Bronze Lindy
Kevin Johnson, Hubbardston, Massa- Roger Baalman, Owasso, Oklahoma Aircraft Champion - Bronze Lindy Samaritan Aviation
chusetts, 2016 Van’s RV-7, N45GJ 2017 KR-2S, N738EM John Parish, Tullahoma, Tennessee
Richard Thompson, Berryville, Virginia Thomas Meyer, Double Oak, Texas 1941 Boeing A75N1, N44JP (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
2018 Van’s RV-14, N327RT 2018 Meyers Special Big Toot, N64LT Transport Category Champion -
James Bowie, Greenwood, Mississippi Bronze Lindy Plans Champion - Bronze Lindy
2005 Midget Mustang 1B, N30VF Scott Glover, Mount Pleasant, Texas Thomas Meyer
Reserve Grand Champion Kitbuilt - 1936 Stinson A, N15165
Silver Lindy Customized Aircraft Champion - (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
John Janovetz, Colleyville, Texas Bronze Lindy
2017 Team Rocket F1 Evo, N265AJ Christine Stoecklein, Stanwood,
Reserve Grand Champion Plansbuilt - Washington
Silver Lindy 1941 Waco UPF-7, NC32157
Georges Valtz, Warwick, Rhode Island World War II Era (1942-1945)
2019 Pitts Model 12, N327DZ Champion - Bronze Lindy
Paul Poberezny Founder’s Award for Granger Haugh, Scottsdale, Arizona
Best Classic Homebuilt 1944 Beech D17S, N582
Steven Miller, Naperville, Illinois Bronze Age (1937-1941) Champion -
1969 Bücker, N716L Bronze Lindy
Stan Dzik Memorial Award Steve Givens, Pendleton, Indiana
for Outstanding Design Contribution 1941 Fleet 16B, N39622
Allen Floyd, Erie, Colorado Silver Age (1928-1936) Champion -
Bronze Lindy

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Continued from Page 37 Outstanding in Type Peter Q. Bales, Janesville, Wisconsin Gyroplane - Gold Lindy, Russell Croman
John Gowins, New Philadelphia, Ohio Hughes OH-6A, N67PB (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
Most Unique Classic - Small Plaque 1961 Piper PA-24-250, N7321P Judges’ Choice: L-Bird
Charles Ross, Cross Plains, Texas Outstanding Piper PA-28/PA-32 Blake Bosley, Richmond, Texas Keith & Kathy Brunquist, Wasilla,
1954 Helio H-391B, N100HC Cherokee - Outstanding in Type Cessna O-1E Bird Dog, N60591 Alaska, Boeing YL-15 Scout, N4770C
Custom Class A (0-85 hp) - Small Plaque James Reagan, Hockessin, Delaware Judges’ Choice: Primary Trainer Keep ‘em Flying Award
Brent Hohman, Fulton, South Dakota 1965 Piper PA-28-180, N8887J Daniel Van Buskirk, Bismarck, North Gerard Ricciotti, Annapolis, Maryland
1946 Taylorcraft BC-12D, N96841 Outstanding Piper PA-30 Twin Dakota, Boeing VN2S-2 Stearman, Beechcraft T-34A Mentor, N256GR
Custom Class B (86-150 hp) - Small Comanche - Outstanding in Type N22FK Silver Wrench
Plaque Ric Burnette, Pompano, Florida Judges’ Choice: Trainer Blackwell Aviation, Belle Vernon,
Gary Hess, Dexter, Michigan 1967 Piper PA-30, N30XT George Madok, Evergreen, Colorado Pennsylvania
1955 Piper PA-22-150, N2748P Preservation Award - Outstanding in Boeing Stearman PT-17, N58219 Keep ‘em Flying Award
Custom Class C (151-235 hp) - Small Type Judges’ Choice: Mustang Mark Dilullo, Chino, California
Plaque Lee Hussey, Martinsville, Virginia Rod Lewis, San Antonio, Texas North American SNJ-2, N415NJ
Carl Geisert, Chandler, Arizona 1964 Piper PA-24-400, N8455P North American TF-51D Mustang, Silver Wrench
1953 Cessna 180, N1564C Class II Single-Engine (161-230 hp) - NL50FS Navion Custom, Chino, California
Custom Class D (236-plus hp) - Small Bronze Lindy Best Flying Gas Station Phoenix Award
Plaque John Breda, Needham, Massachusetts USAF 924th Air Refueling Squadron Rod Lewis, San Antonio, Texas
Alan Sickinger, New Philadelphia, Ohio 1968 Mooney M20F, N954N McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas de Havilland FB VI Mosquito, N474PZ
1947 North American Navion A, N285TC Class III Single-Engine (231-plus hp) - Boeing KC-46A Pegasus, 76035 Gold Wrench
Best Customized Runner-Up - Large Bronze Lindy Best T-34 Avspecs Ltd., Ardmore, Auckland, New
Plaque Barry Payne, Taupo, New Zealand James Blasingame, Kalispell, Montana Zealand
George Stanley, Richland, Washington 1962 Comanche 250, ZKBAZ Beechcraft T-34A Mentor, N3789G Phoenix Award
1946 Globe GC-1B, N78104 Dean Richardson Memorial Award - Silver Wrench Tom Reilly, Douglas, Georgia
Class I (0-85 hp) - Bronze Lindy Bronze Lindy Dennis Hallman, Mooresville, North North American XP-82 Twin Mustang,
Robert Stegman, St. Peters, Missouri Dennis Ozment, Quincy, Illinois Carolina N887XP
1946 Luscombe 8A, N45896 1955 Cessna 172, N5000A Best C-47 Gold Wrench
Class II (86-150 hp) - Bronze Lindy Outstanding Customized - Bronze Lindy Dynamic Aviation, Bridgewater, Virginia Tom Reilly, Douglas, Georgia
Brian Crull, Noblesville, Indiana Bruce Mayes, Honolulu, Hawaii Douglas C-47 Skytrain, N47E Reserve Grand Champion: Post-
1947 Piper PA-12, N4122M 1962 Meyers Industries Inc. 200B, N34393 Silver Wrench World War II
Class III (151-235 hp) - Bronze Lindy Reserve Grand Champion Customized Dynamic Aviation, Bridgewater, Virginia Eddie Kurdziel, Del Mar, California
William Addison, Colorado Springs, - Silver Lindy Best P-51 Fairey Firefly AS-6, N518WB
Colorado, 1955 Cessna 180, N9916 Joseph Weaver, Flower Mound, Texas Carl Patrick, Louisville, Colorado Gold Wrench
Champion Customized Classic - 1957 Beech H35, N64JW North American P-51D Mustang, N51ZW Q.G. Aviation of America, Fort Collins,
Bronze Lindy Reserve Grand Champion - Silver Lindy Silver Wrench Colorado
Kyle Hook, Petaluma, California Edward Maxwell, Louisville, Kentucky Midwest Aero Restorations, Danville, Reserve Grand Champion: World War II
1946 Globe GC-1A, N90383 1967 Piper PA-28-140, N7369J Illinois Collings Foundation, Stow, Massachusetts
Reserve Grand Champion - Silver Grand Champion - Gold Lindy Best Transport Grumman F6F Hellcat, N41476
Lindy Dennis Ozment, Quincy, Illinois Robert Coon, Warrenville, Illinois Gold Wrench
Mark Sell, Woodbury, Pennsylvania 1968 Cessna 150H, N23232 Fairchild UC-61K Forwarder, N24FM American Aero Services, New Smyrna
1946 Aeronca 7AC, N2388E Silver Wrench Beach, Florida
Grand Champion - Gold Lindy WARBIRD Robert Coon & James Chybicki Grand Champion: Post-World War II
Scott McFadden, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Bolingbrook, Illinois Tom Reilly, Douglas, Georgia
Canada, 1946 Taylorcraft BC-12D, CFCLR Preservation Award Best Jet North American XP-82 Twin Mustang,
Kevin Miller, Addison, Texas Pacific Aero Ventures LLC, Ontario, N887XP
Contemporary (1956-1970) Cessna O-1E/L-19 Bird Dog, N3946K Oregon, Douglas TA-4 Skyhawk, N518TA Gold Wrench
Steve Buchelt & Jim Reed, Crown Silver Wrench Tom Reilly, Douglas, Georgia
Outstanding Beech Single Engine - Point, Indiana, de Havilland DHC-1 Mike McDougall - Fighting Classics Grand Champion: World War II
Outstanding in Type Chipmunk, N26JH Marana, Arizona Rod Lewis, San Antonio, Texas
David Nazem, Carrollton, Texas Lou Feldvary, Smith Mountain Lake, Best Primary Trainer de Havilland FB VI Mosquito, N474PZ
1966 Beech V35, N5724V Virginia, North American T-6D Texan, Dan Garyfalakis, Mono, Ontario, Canada Gold Wrench
Outstanding Beech Multiengine - N757LF de Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk, C-FLBT Avspecs Ltd., Ardmore, Auckland, New
Outstanding in Type Barry Hammerback, River Falls, Silver Wrench Zealand
Bill Schutzller, Applegate, Michigan Wisconsin, Bell UH-1H Huey, N145D Dan Garyfalakis, Mono, Ontario, Canada
1961 Beech D50E, N1961 Mike Reirdon, El Cajon, California Best L-Bird ROTORCRAFT
Outstanding Cessna 180/182/185/210 - Bell T-34A Mentor, N4982N Kenneth Schmitt, Springfield, Oregon
Outstanding in Type Mark Howard, Edmond, Oklahoma Piper L-4J Grasshopper, NC68925 Helicopter - Bronze Lindy
Nicholas Howell, Englewood, Colorado Fairchild PT-26A Cornell, N9279H Silver Wrench Continued on Page 39
1967 Cessna A185E, N3373L Judges’ Choice: Jet Kenneth Schmitt, Springfield, Oregon
Outstanding Cessna Multiengine - Bill Culbersoal, Mobile, Alabama Returning Best of Class
Outstanding in Type Canadair CT-133 Silver Star (T-33), Doc’s Friends Inc., Wichita, Kansas
Arlen Stauffer, New Smyrna Beach, N133CN Boeing B-29 Superfortress, N69972
Florida, 1964 Cessna 310I, N4AS Judges’ Choice: Helicopter Returning Grand Champion
Outstanding Piper PA-24 Comanche -

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P-3: ON THE HUNT FOR A HURRICANE

By Kayla Floyd “It takes planning to fly into both in a macro and micro sense. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Oshkosh,” he continued. “About a month “There is big scale and small scale,” Administration (NOAA) Hurricane
for EAA AirVenture ago we started our planning to get all the Hunter made its way to AirVenture for the
details and instructions.” Rossi said. “Big scale is that we start first time. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
The National Oceanic and planning for every mission we do months
Atmospheric Administration Rossi has been working for NOAA before hurricane season, and we do it on port to many national and international
(NOAA) Hurricane Hunter made its for 12 years, and started flying 10 years an annual basis to review our plan of research programs that look to collect
first Oshkosh appearance this year, as the ago. “I flew light aircraft for five years. attack when we go into hurricanes. … On data for meteorological and oceano-
Lockheed WP-3D Orion aircraft made its Then I got selected to fly the P-3 for a small scale, when we are actually flying graphic purposes. Some of the research
way to Boeing Plaza. NOAA, and I’ve been doing the hurri- into a storm, we create a very tight pock- can include weather satellite data verifi-
cane research flights for three years now. et that we operate the aircraft in, meaning cation missions, air quality studies, and
NOAA aircraft are a key part of hur- I am going into my third season.” we fly track lines that are defined with tornado research. While the work may
ricane forecasting by collecting data from our meteorologists, using the radars to seem risky, Rossi said the end goal makes
the storm while flying into it. The work of NOAA’s goal is to collect data that help guide us through the storm and pick it all worthwhile.
the crew of the hurricane-hunting aircraft goes into weather warnings as well as a safe path through it.”
alerts areas of incoming storm threats and information to learn more about tropical “It sounds crazy from an outside
saves lives through the information they storms and hurricanes. It takes practiced skill to maneuver perspective, but we do it very deliberate-
are able to provide. The information the P-3 into hurricanes. Although Rossi is ly and very intentionally,” Rossi said.
includes how intense a storm is or will be, “I’ve flown everything from tropical now in his third hurricane season, he said “The big-scale goal is to save lives. The
and also where it will hit land. storms, all the way to category five hurri- his first one was a lot to handle. more that we learn about the storms, the
canes,” Rossi said. “Everything we do is better the forecast can be, the more lives
Flying into a hurricane is an intimi- done very deliberately and very inten- “I remember my first storm flight, we can save. So that is the driving factor
dating experience for the average onlook- tionally. We have a plan in place before the first time I flew into the hurricane that keeps me doing what I’m doing.”
er, but for these crews flying through a we go in to minimize risk and keep eyewall and flew out of it,” Rossi said. “I
hurricane surrounded by wind from all everyone safe. The goal of the research is did a great job of keeping the wings level,
directions, rain beating down, and violent to collect data inside the storm, and then which I was pretty proud of, but I remem-
bursts of drafts, it’s just a typical flight. use that data to learn about the storm and ber I looked down at the altimeter and
improve the forecast in terms of intensity realized I had lost about 800 feet in less
Lt. Cmdr. John Rossi, pilot of the P- and track-wise. So that is our goal. The than five seconds. We get caught in these
3 and also in charge of flying the P-3 into better we get at that, the more lives we massive up and down drafts, and you
Oshkosh this year, described learning to can potentially save. The idea is that we have to keep a tight scan on all the gauges
fly the hurricane hunter as “trying to take can tell a city like Miami to evacuate, as at one time, otherwise things like that can
a drink from a fire hose; you’ve got to opposed to the entire state of Florida.” happen.”
learn it quickly and there is a lot of infor-
mation coming at you fast.” Safety is a major part of NOAA and NOAA P-3’s work does not stop at
especially the hurricane-hunting units, tropical storm research. It also offers sup-

THE GATHERING EXCEEDS GIFT GOAL

The Gathering, presented by Textron Anderson. Anderson, as well as Col. ed goal of $2.5 million heading in, and at
Aviation, was an impactful evening once Charles McGee, received prolonged the end of the night the total raised was
again in 2019, honoring several people standing ovations for their accomplish- more than $2.8 million. One of the fea-
who have been important to EAA and the ments as aviators and as American icons.
aviation community. Continued on Page 40
The evening was also successful in
One of the most special aspects of terms of securing resources for EAA's The Gathering raised more than $2.8
the evening was Jack Roush's tribute to most vital education outreach and advo- million for EAA's most vital education
his lifelong friend, Col. C.E. “Bud” cacy programs. The Gathering had a stat- outreach and advocacy programs.

(Courtesy EAA AirVenture)

AirVenture 2019 Aircraft Awards

Continued from Page 38 AutoGyro Cavalon, N502TT Light-Sport Aircraft - Grand Champion Maule, N49MW
James Hardy, Valley View, Texas Gyroplane - Gold Lindy John Bobcik, Charlotte, Michigan Outstanding Amphibian - Plaque
RotorWay A600T Talon, N660JH Russell Croman, Buda, Texas Kitfox S7 Super Sport, N142PF Karl Neiders, Seattle, Washington
Helicopter - Silver Lindy American Ranger, N49RC Beaver, N620N
Jeff Krall, Mitchell, South Dakota SEAPLANES Judges’ Choice - Plaque
Safari 400, N770JK ULTRALIGHT & LSA Alex Vickroy, Ashland, Wisconsin
Helicopter - Gold Lindy Outstanding Metal - Plaque Howard, N68189
Josh Svenningsen & Eli Svenningsen Light-Sport Aircraft - Honorable Ron Bekkers, Oakville, Ontario, Canada Champion - Bronze Lindy
Menomonie, Wisconsin, Safari 400, N6710 Mention Cessna 180, C-FGDQ Samaritan Aviation, Mesa, Arizona
Mike Rickets, Westerville, Ohio Outstanding Fabric - Plaque Cessna 206, N8447Q
Gyroplane - Bronze Lindy Kitfox Model IV Paul Wild, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Grand Champion - Gold Lindy
Norman Surplus, Larne, Antrim, Northern Light-Sport Aircraft - Reserve Grand Canada, PA-18, C-FIXA Mike Shannon, Duluth, Minnesota
Ireland, AutoGyro MT-03, G-YROX Champion Outstanding Fabric (Alternate) - S-7 RANS, N2220M
Gyroplane - Silver Lindy Steve Henry, Nampa, Idaho Plaque
Mark Loertscher, St. George, Utah Just Highlander, N642SC Mark Wrasse, Green Bay, Wisconsin

40 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

2019 AirVenture

TWICE AS NICE: TWIN MUSTANG STARS AT WARBIRDS IN REVIEW

By John W. Conrad lage here (remember it has two), a wing wings, and pilot Ray Fowler took it Crowds gathered at AirVenture for the
or center section there, and things started around the patch. When the aircraft rolled Warbirds in Review presentation and
for EAA AirVenture coming into place. From the boneyards to a stop, Tom heaved a sigh of relief. interview of XP-82 owner and restorer
of the southwest to the wilds of Alaska, “That’s another project finished,” he sim- Tom Reilly and pilot Ray Fowler.
The bleachers in Fightertown were he found and bought parts. He even went ply said.
packed, and the overflow was so far as to buy parts that had been driv- (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
standing five deep for the en over by a bulldozer to use them as pat- One of the difficulties Tom encoun-
Warbirds in Review presentation and terns for the fabrication of new parts. He tered early on in the project was that straight down the runway on takeoff, like
interview of XP-82 owner and restorer was persistent but admits he was also everybody wanted to fly it. But he would a jet. No right rudder required because of
Tom Reilly and pilot Ray Fowler. The lucky. “Everything has been magical have none of them. Tom had chosen Ray the counter-rotating propellers. The
crowd was gathered to hear the story of about this airplane – nothing has gone early on to be the first and so-far-only weirdest part is taxiing because the natu-
how the one and only flying Twin wrong.” pilot to fly the plane. “Ray is the most ral tendency is to put the yellow line
Mustang made it into the air and what it experienced warbird pilot in the country, under the nose. But if you do that in a
is like to fly. As an example he told of the time in my opinion,” Tom said. “When you Twin Mustang, the right fuselage is off in
that he flew a helicopter into Alaska to start listing the airplanes (he’s flown), it’s the dirt and the wing is in the trees. So
After a brief thank-you and intro- recover a Twin Mustang that had gone just easier to say that the only thing he you have to constantly be aware. The air-
duction by Connie Bowlin, president of down. Flying over the wreck, he dropped hasn’t flown is the space shuttle.” plane is a little heavier on the controls
Warbirds of America, Tom was first up to fabric ribbons into the trees so he could than a P-51 and “it is fast … real fast,”
describe the 11-year saga of how the air- find his way back after landing. The place During Ray’s portion of the program Ray said.
plane came to be. they chose to land was about a mile away, he described what it was like to fly the
and he observed, “We could have landed airplane for the first time. The airplane All too soon the interviews were
It all started on Dec. 23, 2007, when anywhere in a circle around the wreck.” has two cockpits with full flight controls over, and the folks crowded around the
Tom bought what was left of the airplane When he walked in about halfway, he in each, but there is no one qualified to celebrities. It was a celebration of a lot of
he was to rebuild. Then began the stumbled upon a canopy that had been act as a check pilot or flight instructor. work, a lot of money, a lot of talent, and
methodical accumulation of parts from jettisoned. There was a steep learning curve. He said more than a little bit of luck.
around the world. Tom is in the sheet he wasn’t particularly anxious before the
metal business and has restored several In another example, he told of find- first flight because he knew and trusted
warbirds, though he classifies himself as ing a brand new left-turning engine in a Tom’s craftsmanship and attention to
a “bomber” guy and not a “fighter” guy. garage in Mexico City. The engine was detail. Ray had spoken to other pilots
Tom restored a B-24 and flew it here to still in the original crate, and nobody who had flown the type in years past, and
win Grand Champion in 1990, so he seems to know how it got there. A lot of armed with that information, he became
knows his business and he has known it time and a lot of craftsmanship had the the test pilot and his own flight instructor.
for a long time. The warbird enthusiasts airplane ready for its first flight on Dec. “The airplane had flown before. I figured
are a tight community, and once word got 31, 2018. What was proposed to be a it would fly again,” Ray said.
out that he was building a Twin Mustang, high-speed taxi test put air under the
leads and tips started coming in. A fuse- Unlike the P-51, the airplane tracks

PLACID LASSIE, AND MUCH MORE

By Frederick A. Johnsen ble for the sand tables for the whole bat- Channel was ineffectual, he recalled, but Placid Lassie and Normandy veteran Ed
for EAA AirVenture talion,” explaining that sand tables were once the C-47s reached the continent, “all Shames quickly captured the hearts of the
recreations of French drop zones to give hell broke loose.” Ed likened the scene to audience at AirVenture.
It was billed as a program about the C- the paratroopers a preview of where they a fireworks show in an amusement park.
47 Placid Lassie and the recent 75th were assigned to land. But, he added, the On the green light signal in the back of (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
anniversary of D-Day. But Nor- C-47s carrying his outfit scattered the the C-47, the men jumped, their static
mandy veteran Ed Shames quickly cap- troops over a wide area. lines automatically deploying their para- through his parachute as he descended in
tured the hearts of the audience with his chutes as the men stepped into the slip- the Normandy night. He said he landed
sometimes salty, sometimes sweet, first- Just before the C-47s took off from stream. Ed said they carried extra ammu-
person account of parachuting into their English bases, Ed was told to switch nition and supplies because they would Continued on Page 41
Normandy in 1944. He was spontaneous- aircraft to make room for a war correspon- initially be on their own.
ly applauded several times by the crowd dent. The last-minute change meant Ed was
of several hundred who gathered for a not carried on a manifest. “Today I still “It took me about 90 seconds to
Friday Warbirds in Review session. don’t know what plane I was on,” he said. come down,” Ed said. “It felt like three
hours.” He told the AirVenture crowd that
Ed told the crowd, “I was responsi- About the flight, Ed said, “I was he could hear bullets and shrapnel tearing
nervous.” Distant flak over the English

The Gathering Exceeds Gift Goal

Continued from Page 39 largest amount secured in Gathering his- that made it possible to secure more increased dollars that we were able to
tory. The silent and president's choice resources for the good of EAA. raise over the goal allow us to have more
tures of the evening is always the cus- auctions started earlier this year, which impact through our programs, and to
tomized Ford mustang, which sold for made it possible for people who could not “The Gathering… was the heart of carry out EAA's mission of spreading
$400,000. attend the event to get involved. These the EAA effect in action,” said EAA vice The Spirit of Aviation to a greater extent.”
changes were a successful experiment president of philanthropy and donor
A record number of people partici- stewardship Ken Strmiska. “The
pated, and the amount gathered is the

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AVIATION NATION: BUILDING AIRPLANES AND CHARACTER
By Barbara A. Schmitz
paid I am.” This fall, Madison said she will head Eighteen Aviation Nation students attend-
for EAA AirVenture That payment comes with each stu- to Indiana State University for its profes- ed AirVenture.
sional flight school. But she hopes to
Since 2011, Bob Kelly has brought dent success. “To see students grow and come back and mentor Aviation Nation (Courtesy EAA AirVenture.
nearly 150 high school students to gain confidence is rewarding,” he said. students as her schedule allows.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh as part “And to see their faces when their air- The Swansons said they heard about
of teen airplane-building projects. But as plane flies is exciting.” Aviation Nation teaches students Aviation Nation at their school, Burke
much as those groups are helping stu- more than how to build an airplane, said High School, which has an air and space
dents build airplanes, their volunteers are Although the build projects are long- Mehul Dhillon, 16, of Columbus, Ind. academy, and thought it was something
helping to build students’ character. term commitments, it doesn’t take much that would interest them.
time for the students to realize the seri- “I’ve learned about the mechanical
Bob started and ran Eagle’s Nest ousness of what they are doing. aspect of building a plane,” he said. “But “I took a Young Eagles flight and
from 2010 to 2014 before founding because of Aviation Nation and going to really enjoyed that,” Scott said. “But in
Aviation Nation in 2015. Both organiza- “The responsibility really kicks in events like this, I’ve gotten so much bet- Aviation Nation, you learn the components
tions allow high school students to build about three weeks into the build,” Bob ter in talking to people. It’s really helped behind flying, why they fly and how the
and fly airplanes. said. “They realize that they’re not only me in that social aspect.” parts of an airplane work. I thought that
going to build this, but that at some point, would help us in getting our private.”
Aviation Nation is currently located they’re going to put their butt in it, too.” Attending events like AirVenture also
in five states – Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, helps to expand his knowledge. This year They have been working on the build
Tennessee, and Texas – but hopes to Eighteen Aviation Nation youths he’s attended workshops on composites, for two and a half years, mainly the fuselage
expand. As of Friday, 24 people had attended the 2019 Oshkosh convention, TIG welding, and woodworking, as well and wings. Their RV-12 should be done in
signed up for information on how to start and students are expected to attend daily as several informational forums, he said. time to fly to Oshkosh in 2020, they said.
programs in their communities at the at least one workshop or forum, or work
Aviation Nation booth in Exhibit Hangar in the Aviation Nation booth, as well as Mehul said he became involved in Both said they learned a lot from the
B, presented by Collins Aerospace. other sessions or programs. Aviation Nation as a freshman, thinking Aviation Nation mentors, like how to
it would be cool to build a plane. After work on fiberglass, sheet metal, and plex-
Aviation Nation students build RV- Madison Malcomb, 18, of North going to the airport the first time for the iglass. Tyler said one important part of
12s and have seven planes finished or in Vernon, Ind., just earned her private pilot build, he knew he had to be involved. the program is that the teens do the work,
progress. Some of the finished planes certificate a month ago and was able to while the mentors just give instructions.
will be sold to provide funding for more fly Aviation Nation’s first completed RV- He’s been helping build the
build projects, while others may be used 12 into Oshkosh this week. Columbus RV-12 for two years, which And that is what makes the program
for students’ flight training, said Bob, should be completed by the year’s end. so successful, Madison said. “It gives the
who previously taught college and built Madison said she was introduced to students an opportunity to put forth their
his own plane. aviation by her grandfather, who would In the future, Mehul said he plans to ideas, while the mentors are just there to
take her flying in his Cessna 172. So work on his private pilot certificate and help. They really do let you do everything.”
Aviation Nation likes to do build- when Bob Kelly came to her school to become an aeronautical engineer.
projects with schools because of their tell students about Aviation Nation, she
permanence and their visibility in com- knew the program was right for her. No one flies in Scott and Tyler
munities, he said. But it also will partner Swanson’s family. But they’re changing
with churches and other groups. She joined as a freshman and spent that.
four years helping to build the plane.
“Every person is a volunteer from Coincidentally, Madison’s brother helped The two 17-year-olds from Omaha,
me on down,” Bob said, estimating that build the first teen-built plane for Eagle’s Neb., plan on becoming professional
about 30 volunteers are involved in proj- Nest, which her father has since purchased. pilots – airline or cargo – and both are
ects. “But you cannot believe how well And her brother, now a CFII and first offi- working on their private pilot certificates.
cer at Endeavor Air, instructed her in that Scott has already soloed and has 15 hours
same plane that he earned his certificate in. logged, while Tyler should solo as soon
as he returns home from AirVenture.

Placid Lassie, and Much More

Continued from Page 40 all of them looking ferocious, Ed waited into Normandy as a staff sergeant. Not courage to do their tasks, he said.
as the French farm couple answered the long after, he told the AirVenture crowd, “I Zipkin quoted one of the crew mem-
amongst cows. door. The wife screamed at the sight of was made a second lieutenant on the spot.”
“We were scattered all over the the armed warriors, and Ed tried to quick- bers on the 75th anniversary flights, who
ly quiet her while he asked for directions. Sharing the panel discussion with Ed said, “We’re flying with ghosts.”
place,” Ed said, “but that wasn’t such a were three pilots of C-47s who participat-
bad thing.” He said the Germans mistak- As he called out the names of French ed in the 75th anniversary flyover and air- “Especially when you’re flying
enly believed the far-flung Allied para- towns, Ed watched as the Frenchman drop sorties this June. Eric Zipkin, who across the Channel,” Zipkin added.
troopers represented a much larger inva- pointed to where they were. When Ed flew the Normandy veteran C-47 Placid
sion force than their numbers actually said “Carentan,” the French farmer Lassie, said the modern-day crossing of Fifteen C-47s departed the United
meant. “It scared the hell out of them and tapped the ground, signaling they were the North Atlantic was less challenging States for Europe in May to participate in
they ran … they ran fast,” he told his standing in Carentan. “Oh my God,” Ed than that faced by World War II aviators. Normandy flyover activities. They were
appreciative audience. said has he recounted the discovery, “Our job was made a whole lot easier by joined by eight more C-47s from foreign
which was a shock to him and his men 75 years of technology,” he told the crowd. countries. After the D-Day commemora-
Ed, then a staff sergeant, rounded up because they were told a strong German tions, some of the C-47s flew to Berlin
about 18 paratroopers and began moving garrison occupied Carentan. “Let’s get Doug Rozendaal, one of the pilots of for commemorations honoring the com-
to the northwest according to prearranged the hell over the hill right now,” Ed said the celebrated C-47 That’s All, Brother for pletion of the Berlin Airlift in 1949.
plans. But they did not know where they he told his troops. the 75th anniversary events, said, “What
were, so he said he figured a local farmer we did had nothing to do with what they The C-47 looming large over the dis-
would know the lay of the land. “I He said it took an hour and a half for did,” because today’s crews had the bene- cussion panel was Placid Lassie, a genuine
knocked on the door like it was Sunday his team to walk from Carentan to the fit of more experience and avionics. The D-Day veteran with subsequent history
morning.” Surrounded by his troops, bridge they were told to hold. Ed jumped young WWII C-47 pilots had more with companies like West Coast Airlines
some in blacked-out face camouflage and and Aerodyne in Washington state.

42 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

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.
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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
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THE UNSTABILIZED APPROACH Universal Risks

The stabilized approach has long lighthouses and islands that we were sup- and the situation worsened. This flight crew experienced several
been promoted by the FAA, safety organi- posed to turn between. • This was our first flight of the day common risk factors. Failure to mitigate
zations, and most airlines as the standard the threats resulted in an unstabilized
of flight performance that must be main- I called out two islands that I believed in this airplane. The airplane had an MEL approach rife with wisdom for all avia-
tained throughout an approach in order to to be the two to turn between. The Captain on the engine anti-ice valve, which tors.
continue to minimums. Key elements of a concurred. I selected pattern altitude of required the anti-ice to be on for the dura-
stabilized approach are described in the 1,500 feet and began a manual descent tion of the flight. I was the Pilot From the Captain’s Report:
FAA Airplane Flying Handbook. The air- with the Flight Director (FD) on. Slowing Monitoring (PM). We found out very
plane should be in the landing configura- the aircraft early to prevent coming in too quickly on the arrival into IAD that the • I was flying my second Captain trip,
tion early in the approach with the landing fast on this visual, we were flying…180 airplane was going to create challenges and I was practicing [an] HGS CAT III
gear down, planned landing flaps selected, knots in the descent. We overflew an making crossing restrictions. With the Approach. Inexperience is definitely a risk
trim set, and fuel balanced. The aircraft island, and the Captain announced, “You anti-ice on, the thrust would not drop factor. The weather was calm and clear.
should be on profile before descending need to turn hard, now.” Apparently, the below 55 percent N1, which is normal Somewhere around the FAF, I became dis-
below 1,000 feet AGL, and an optimum islands that I had identified were not the when anti-ice is on, but makes it very diffi- tracted and forgot to call for final flaps 30
glidepath of 2.5 to 3.0 degrees established same that he understood. cult to descend and slow. We applied speed and the landing checklist. I allowed myself
and maintained. Indicated airspeed should brakes to assist in slowing, but it still did- to become completely engrossed by the
be within 10 knots of target airspeed, and I began a… left turn to join the har- n’t help enough. A late descent clearance procedures and callouts. Distraction was
descent rate 500 to 700 FPM, not to bor. In this confusion, I did a poor job for the ILS… complicated things, and we the second risk factor. Somewhere below
exceed 1,000 FPM. Engine RPM should monitoring my altitude. Both of us forgot were too fast and not configured by the the 500-foot callout, I heard, “TOO LOW
allow the best response if a rapid power to continue configuring the aircraft. At Final Approach Fix (FAF) in IMC with FLAPS.” I looked at the flap indicator and
increase is needed. If any of these toler- 1,000 feet AGL, we received a chime weather lower than visual minimums. I saw that the flaps were still at 15. I imme-
ances are exceeded during an approach, denoting that the gear is not down. The called for the missed approach, and the diately called for flaps 30 [and the land-
the approach is unstabilized, unsafe, and Captain instructed, “Level off.” While PF …arrested the descent. I advised ing] checklist. The First Officer complied,
must be abandoned. still in the left turn, I pitched the nose up Tower that we were going missed, and the and by the time we had completed the
and added a slight power increase. We instruction was to follow the localizer checklist, the radio altimeter was making
Approaches become unstabilized for configured the aircraft in the next few inbound and climb to 2,000 feet. During the [altitude] callouts. Things happened so
many reasons. Causes include adverse seconds and continued our descent at the clearance, I realized that TOGA had fast that I did not think to go around. Being
weather, ATC instructions, runway Vref+5. The aircraft landed successfully. not been selected yet, so I selected TOGA rushed was the third risk factor. I landed
changes, schedule pressure, and human to bring the FD up. I asked Tower for high- and realized on landing rollout that “TOO
factors. Regardless of the cause, if an The poor communication between the er as we were already above 2,000 feet LOW FLAPS” is not a caution but a warn-
unstabilized approach is continued, air- Captain and myself led to this event. We had when the clearance was [issued]. The pub- ing. I was in violation of go-around/missed
craft damage, destruction, personal experienced similar poor communication lished missed was 3,000 feet. Tower approach requirements.
injury, or death could result. [during] this pairing. It is my belief that the cleared us for 4,000 feet. Sometime during
Captain knew when to turn, but failed to this exchange the PF had disconnected the From the First Officer’s Report:
This month, CALLBACK shares correct my island identification, due to his autopilot. The airplane began rolling
reports of unstabilized approaches and comment of flying this… approach “many right. I assisted the PF on the controls to • During final approach as PM, I
unintended consequences that were times”. The [failure] to confirm the turn arrest the roll and work back toward the failed to recognize that we were not proper-
sparked and allowed to develop primari- inbound led to a distraction, which led to an localizer, which at this time, was full-scale ly configured from flaps 15 to flaps 30 for
ly due to human factors. unstabilized approach. deflection to the left. We received a clear- landing. During the final approach segment
ance for runway heading, continued the I became internally distracted trying to sim-
CRM Over and Over The approach should have ended as climb to 4,000 feet, and proceeded with ulate as best as possible the CAT III condi-
soon as we realized that we were off course checklists and …a normal landing. tions, as it has been some time since I have
An air carrier First Officer misidenti- and behind the aircraft. My hesitation with conducted those procedures. I [incorrectly]
fied a ground reference during a charted calling the go-around comes from being a During debrief, the PF was unaware made the… mode callout at the FAF.
visual approach. No comment or suggestion low-time First Officer flying this approach that he had disconnected the autopilot. It Additionally, I was trying to remember…
was offered by the Pilot Monitoring (PM), for the first time and having an extremely was this inadvertent disconnect that led to thrust lever [procedures]. This distraction
and the result was an unstabilized approach. experienced Captain in the left seat. His the aircraft rolling right off course. The caused a lack of situational awareness and
reassurance that these deviations were OK autopilot should have been used for the a lack of proper configuration. Somewhere
• I was the Pilot Flying (PF) for the to land led me to not go around. missed [approach]. Turning the autopilot below 400 feet AGL, we got the “TOO LOW
flight into PWM. Approaching the air- off greatly increased the workload, causing FLAPS” auditory warning and immediately
port, we were assigned the Harbor Visual Anticipating MEL the momentary loss of situational aware-
to Runway 29. We crossed the coast east- Consequences ness. The MEL applied to the airplane cre- Continued on Page 43
bound at… 3,000 feet and made a left, ated an increased workload on every leg
north-bound turn toward the islands. We Unanticipated consequences of an we flew this airplane… [that] day.
had previously briefed the approach. The MEL item magnified the effect of a late
Captain and I were trying to identify the descent clearance for this ERJ-145
Captain. The approach was unstabilized

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By Barbara A. Schmitz FROM THE MOON TO OSHKOSH

for EAA AirVenture Collins said he was most concerned Collins said there was a lot of pres- EAA celebrated the 50th anniversary of
about the rendezvous and docking maneu- sure on the Apollo 11 program to beat the
Even though man had walked on vers on Apollo 11, despite exhaustive Russians to the moon. But thanks to the Apollo 11 mission at its 2019 fly-in
the moon and U.S. astronauts had training. “I had over 600 hours in the com- NASA leaders, the Apollo missions
returned home safely, the success mand module simulator, and by the time advanced quickly. convention when Collins and Joe Engle,
of Apollo 11 rested on many small things: we were airborne, things were not strange
dozens of white mice. to us. Yes, the environment was strange, “George Low was not one of the the X-15 test pilot turned astronaut,
but the mechanical aspects were not.” most senior guys on the planning staff,
Michael Collins, command module yet he convinced NASA administrators spoke Friday, July 26 in Theater in the
pilot for Apollo 11, said the crew was Meanwhile, Engle was at Edwards to send Apollo 8 all the way to the
quarantined with the mice for 14 days and had applied to the astronaut program. moon,” Collins said. “It was a very gutsy Woods. (Courtesy EAA AirVenture)
upon their return. He recalled being summoned to the gener- decision, but it turned out to be up a very
al's office and being told to sit down. The good one. It really sped up the process.” mission, and in some ways, even more
“Some of our scientists thought Neal general said he wasn't going to approve his important than Apollo 11. “Apollo 8 was
[Armstrong] and Buzz [Aldrin] were application, and then tore it up. As they got closer to reaching their about leaving, and Apollo 11 was about
exposed on the lunar surface to deadly goal, Collins was sometimes surprised returning. Which is more important? It's not
pathogens that would kill all mankind,” “I didn't know why at the time,” that their achievements seemed matter of for me to say … but both are pretty good.”
he said. “The chances were extremely Engel said. “I just thought I didn't quali- fact. Take Apollo 8, for instance. He was
small, but the consequences, if true, fy.” He later learned he would be flying capsule communicator, or capcom, the Current plans to go to Mars include
would have been impossibly large.” the X-15 instead, and in 1966, he finally astronaut in mission control who spoke a gateway on the moon, but Collins said
joined the Apollo program. directly to the crew during launch. he thinks we need to go directly to Mars.
So they locked up the three with 30-
40 white mice and watched; Collins said Collins recalled the rigor of the med- “We were about to have people “When John F. Kennedy gave us our
the final outlook of their flight depended ical and psychological testing astronauts leave Earth's orbit, to go into hyperveloc- instructions to go to the moon, it was a mas-
on what happened. “It would be a won- went through. One psychiatric test includ- ity, for the first time in history,” he said. terpiece of simplicity: Get a man on the
derful success or terrible tragedy, ed looking at ink blots and telling what “I thought surely the president would be moon by the end of the decade,” he said.
depending on the health of those mice.” they saw. One page was completely blank. there on my right side … the pope would “That was of immeasurable help to us and
send a message and Frank Sinatra would galvanized the whole country. On a smaller
As the world now knows, the mis- “I said I saw 11 polar bears fornicating dedicate a song to this. scale, it gave us a wonderful argument to get
sion was a success. EAA celebrated the in a snowbank,” Collins said. “I thought people to do what we wanted on a schedule.
50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission that was mildly amusing, but I could see “But instead, [Commander] Frank I think that galvanization of effort would be
at its 2019 fly-in convention when my interrogator scowl and I flunked.” Borman and I had a verbose conversa- immensely helpful on a mission to Mars.”
Collins and Joe Engle, the X-15 test pilot tion, and with all my dramatic ability, I
turned astronaut, spoke Friday, July 26 in But he was a quick learner. The next said, 'Apollo 8, you are go for TLI.' Frank
Theater in the Woods. year when asked, he said he saw his par- said, 'Roger, Houston.' And that was it.”
ents on that blank page. “And low and
behold, I passed.” Collins said Apollo 8 was an important

Ten Reasons to Attend AirVenture

Continued from Page 34 empowers us to make a difference in the to be had. From the vendors, to the food, corporate and business aviation, there is
future. AirVenture is a place to pay tribute to the museum, to the people, there is something for you here. I am grateful to
is. AirVenture is a great place to learn this to those who built general aviation into something for everyone. As a shuttle pas- have had this experience, and I hope that
rich history. From the Wright Brothers, to what it is today, and we know that all avi- senger told me, “I have lived in many more of you will join me at EAA
World War II, to the first air races in Ohio ation starts with general aviation. Wisconsin my whole life, and I am just AirVenture 2020. Once you go, you will
and Reno, to the 50 years of AirVenture, now getting around to having this experi- be hooked!
general aviation plays a crucial role in 10. The Overall Experience ence.” Whether you’re a kid out for a fun
U.S. History. Nobody knows where our day, a student who wants to learn to fly, or
country would be today without the Overall, AirVenture is an experience a businessperson looking to connect with
power of flight. Knowing this history

Safe Landings

Continued from Page 42 capable. I had nine hours of sleep the night a more rapid rate to make the Precision the aircraft. The go-around was expertly
recognized our error. The Captain called for before and felt rested. We took off 25 min- Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) look cor- assisted by the First Officer. I needed the
flaps 30 and the landing checklist, which I utes before our out-of-duty time due to rect. My attention was channelized on the help to ensure proper aircraft operation
complied with. We made an uneventful land- maintenance issues. At no time did I feel acquisition of the proper glidepath of the because I was stuck back at the point of the
ing. In retrospect, I should have called for fatigued during this flight, but looking new runway. I really felt I was doing a error in disbelief that I could do something
the go-around upon hearing the auditory back, fatigue played a part in this problem. great job at this until the Master Caution that stupid. The go-around was eventually
warning for flap configuration. and associated warning bells began to ring executed properly, and the following land-
The point that I normally would con- around 600 feet. I immediately knew what I ing was normal and uneventful. Fatigue
Routine Changes That Aren’t figure is when we were offered the runway had done wrong and began the go-around. was unrecognized tonight but played a fac-
change. I then directed the First Officer to The airplane configuration at the point of tor, since I would have been able to direct
An Airbus Captain was dismayed at disregard attempting to load the runway the Master Caution was only Flaps 2 with the proper configuration had this been the
the mistake that led to this unstabilized change into the Flight Management gear up. I can honestly say that if not for first flight of the day.
approach. Unrecognized fatigue, always Guidance Computer (FMGC) and told him this gear warning system, tonight I would
insidious, was identified as a contributing I would fly the approach visually. I knew have landed gear up. I was so concentrat- Note to Readers: • Indicates an ASRS
factor. that the center runway touchdown zone ed on making this runway change and report narrative [ ] Indicates clarifi-
was closer to me than the left runway landing that I forgot to properly configure cation made by ASRS.
• At the end of a long duty day, I felt touchdown zone, and I began to descend at

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TEXAS COUNTRY HOME HIGHLIGHTED BY ATTRACTIVE SCHWEISS DOORS

HYDRAULIC DESIGNER DOORS

The rolling green hill country of that Donna and Greg decided to build a the doors. One of the hydraulic pump
southeast Texas, renowned for its bloom- new country home. At the encouragement units was installed in the basement, away
ing bluebonnet fields and tranquil lakes, of their architect, they decided on two from the party room. The pump in the
is vastly different from the arid panhandle Schweiss Doors hydraulic designer doors, garage was put in the mechanical room
of west Texas. One might expect that one for the 3,000-square-foot garage/barn behind doors.
across this big state you can see many and the other on the fancy basement party
changes in the lay of the land during a room on the home. The doors are 29-feet, “We like the shade that the hydraulic
drive that would take more than 10 hours 7 inches by 9 feet, 7 inches and 20 feet by doors create when opened,” Donna said.
to complete, covering the 650-mile 9 feet, 4 inches, respectively. “The shade created by the door is huge,
stretch from El Paso to Dallas. they just make sense in the south where
The compact hydraulic pumps are we look for ways to stay out of the sun.
It was in this attractive area of Texas each mounted 45 feet and 65 feet from For our party room, when we open the
door, we’ve added a covered porch to it.
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ensure a good seal to keep out insects.
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RUSSELL CRONK’S PQ-14; DOING HIS PART TO KEEP VINTAGE
WARBIRDS FLYING

Story and Photos In 1958, N2775 (Bu 120262) was
by Anthony Taylor purchased from U.S. Navy Surplus along
with two others, Bu120260 and
Russell Cronk from Big Bear City, Bu120261, by Ed Maloney, founder of
California is enjoying his retire- the Planes Of Fame Air Museum in
ment while flying his Culver PQ- Southern California, rescuing them from
14B to California airshows this year. We the scrap heap. After N2775 changed
had the pleasure of photographing him ownership a couple times, in 1971
this year at Big Bear Airport for their Russell’s father Dave Cronk bought it
Airfest during Fourth of July weekend from a guy at Hespeira Airport, after sev-
and two weeks later, he brought his air- eral attempts to buy it previously. Dave
plane to the Grass Valley Airshow and would spend the next 11 years restoring
Brewfest at Nevada County Airport. the airplane and began flying it to the
many airshows around California in
Russell is a genuine old school avia- 1983, including Chino, Merced, Apple
tor with a wealth of knowledge about the Valley, Watsonville and others.
history of the airplane and enthusiastic to
share his experience. He has a little more In 2011, I first saw Russell take flight
than 3,000 hours total flight time, 210 of in 2775 at the Big Bear Airfair, which is
those in the Culver beginning with his now his home airport, where he keeps it
first flight on Feb. 16, 1984. hangared and maintained. This year I
finally got a chance to meet Russell and
He explained the many great flying we talked for several hours about what his
characteristics of the former target drone, plans are with the airplane. He’s hoping to
describing it as “a very straight flying air- keep her flying and doing his signature
plane, no wandering, just point it where low fly by’s for the airshow spectators,
you want it to go.” The PQ-14 was which is really fun to watch.
designed as a radio controlled (R/C) tar-
get drone for use in World War II to train The photos in this article were taken
fighter pilots in air to air combat, thus it at Big Bear Airfair 2011 and 2019 as well
had to fly near perfectly, as there was to as the Grass Valley Airshow and
be no pilot in the cockpit, rather con- Brewfest of this year. If you see Russell
trolled either from the ground or from a and his PQ-14, make sure you stop by
mothership flying on it’s wing with the and say hello. We need more pilots like
controller on board to direct the airplanes him today, keeping these vintage war-
flight path. birds in the air for future generations.

50 In Flight USA Celebrating 35 Years August 2019

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