TALESPINNERS - October, 2002

EAA Chapter 174
Chartered since 1966

TALESPINNERS
Mike Franzago & Mike Griffith, editors

October, 2002

From the President

By the time most of us receive this, our second Young Eagles rally will be history.  From this vantage point on October second, it looks like we could set a record, weather permitting.  The advanced forecast is calling for scattered thunderstorms on Saturday.  They are usually in the afternoon so it may not affect our rally.  We'll see how accurate the forecast is.

Please remember the meeting this month on the 20th.  We will be nominating officers for next year and also having an auction.  Things you want to donate to the chapter will be auctioned to the highest bidder with proceeds going to the chapter.  This will be our only fund raising effort this year.  We don't make money on our breakfasts.  Consider volunteering for an office or committee for next year, especially if you haven't been involved in the past.  It's a good way to get involved and learn more about the workings of your chapter.  Just ask somebody to nominate you at the next meeting.  Under President Tim Fry's leadership it will be a very productive year.  We will vote on nominees in November.

Also remember to return your questionnaire that was mailed to you last month.  It will help us to update our records and find out who needs to have a copy of the newsletter mailed to them.  If you haven't paid your dues for next year ($16.00) you are late...shame on you!!  See Dave at the meeting to make amends.

I just flew (rode in a Beech 1900) into what is probably one of the most difficult airports in the U.S., Telluride, Colorado.  It sits on top of a mesa at more than 9,000 feet above sea level.  The mesa sits high above a valley, but is surrounded by higher mountains.  It is a day VFR airport with strange winds starting about 10:00 am every day.  We held going in for winds, then missed the visual approach because of wind-shear and moderate turbulence and then held some more before landing in the other direction with a tail wind.  I still have my wife's fingernail marks in my right arm.  We survived, but I'm thinking twice about flying my RV-6 in there next year.  I hope to have pictures of the airport by the next meeting to show.  It's scary to look at.  See you at the next meeting.  With some of the best flying weather of the year coming up, we will hopefully enjoy some of it together.  Stay tuned.

Scott Hersha

Minutes from the September Chapter Meeting

The meeting was called to order at 1:47pm, Sunday, September 15th by president Scott Hersha, who welcomed members and their guests to the annual picnic.  Young Eagles Coordinator Phil Cady mentioned that he was anticipating as many as 100 youngsters at our October 5th rally, and encouraged members to sign up and participate.  Todd Winemiller mentioned that the Cincinnati Warbirds will assist us with 2 airplanes and pilots, as well as 15 additional volunteers.  Treasurer Dave Robertson then gave the treasurer’s report ($269 checking, $1398 savings, $6431 CD, total $8098), after which Gary Collins reminded the members of the upcoming auction and nominations, for the October meeting.  Bob Porter reminded the members of the upcoming Rhinebeck fly-out, the weekend of October 12-13.  Meeting adjourned at 2:08 pm.

Norm Beaudette, Chapter Secretary

Chapter Dues "Not Too Late" Notice!

Forget to pay your annual dues?  It's not too late!
Please mail ($16) to treasurer Dave Robertson.
Or bring your dues to the October meeting.
 

Auction in October

At the October meeting, we'll hold an auction of member-donated excess materials, tools and other items.  All proceeds go to help the Chapter (except items designated 50:50, for which 50% will go to the Chapter).  This year we'll have short forms designating a minimum selling price for each item.  So be sure to bring all your old "stuff" to the meeting!

More Reminders

Thought I'd just run down some important chapter event reminders for all chapter members. But first, the picnic at Todd's airstrip was a real success despite the uncooperative weather. With about 50 attending, it was a great get-together, with fantastic main dishes and deserts. Thanks to all those who participated and contributed to the picnic organization and/or food. And special thanks go to Todd for putting so much effort into making the hangar and grounds a pleasant place for our get-together!

And now for the reminders...
First, please note (again) that September was CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL MONTH, but it’s not too late to pay your dues for next year. So if you haven't already done so, please send your dues (only $16.00) to Dave Robertson, or bring a check to the October meeting.

Next, the October fly-out is currently slated for Middlesboro, KY to witness the first flight of the totally reconstructed “Glacier Girl” P-38. We’ll need to leave real early for this one, since a very large crowd is expected. Check the web site Fly-Outs page for more.

Finally, October and November are nominations and elections months, respectively. We need your active participation in both events if our chapter is to continue to provide solid leadership.  Please give some serious thought to running for a chapter office or leadership position.  Personal involvement and new ideas are the lifeblood of any organization, and ours is no exception!

Fall's a great time for flying, so keep those props a'spinnin' !!!

Norm Beaudette, Chapter Secretary