January 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about GA and the 180-degree turn.

January's meeting: Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter president Gus Gustafson, with 15 members and one guest in attendance. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dave Clark announced that the FAA has approved a proposal to construct a grass runway at 2R2 and sell jet fuel. NEW BUSINESS: Dave Helton to be the new Membership Chairmen. TREASURER'S REPORT: About $1,328 in the bank account. PROGRAM: DVD of the 2005 AirVenture.

Rush Completes Another RV: Larry sent RV No.3, a RV-7A, to the paint shop two weeks ago, with about 50 hours of assembly remaining.

New Ratings: Former Chapter President Tim LeBaron passed his multi-engine checkride the week of January 8.

Vincennes University Offers Free Classes: VU is offering to Indiana resident retirees free tuition for its aviation maintenance classes in the Senior Scholars Remission of Tuition Program.

Take A Medical, Go To Jail?: Lawyers Axelrod and Pokorny write about the government's effort to link disability payments with falsified FAA medical documents.

Feds Order Owners to Update Registrations: Aircraft owners and operators have until February 1, 2006 to ensure their aircraft registration information is properly completed and up to date or they may be denied access to the National Airspace System.

AirVenture Welcomes B-29 and B-24: Two historic WW-II bomber aircraft are scheduled to fly at AirVenture 2006.

FAA Posts Online Airspace Course: From EAA e-Hotline

DOT Extends Comment Period: Condensed from EAA e-Hotline

P-51 Remembered: Canadian Lea MacDonald writes about his early recollections of the P-51 Mustang.

GlobalFlyer Nearly Ready: After a near disaster, Steve Fossett's record-setting customer-built aircraft has been repaired and is in the final stages of being readied for another record flight.

Aeroflot to Buy 22 Boeing Jets: Flagship Russian carrier is planning to buy up to 22 jet aircraft from Boeing, worth more than $2.5 billion. Aeroflot recently decided to lease five Airbus A320 jets and will pick up seven A321s.

Hendricks County Airport News: Dave Clark reports that the FAA has recently approved a proposal to construct a turf runway at 2R2 and to sell jet fuel.

Boone County Airport News: Association member Roy Dawes, his wife, and 13-year-old son narrowly survived a harrowing aircraft accident in Phenix City, AL, on the New Year's Day holiday.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,203,776 Young Eagles have flown.

Newsletter Participation Needed: A list of potential contributions is posted.

Aviation Humor: Taildragger. A poem, author unknown

February 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about GA in northern Indiana and around the country.

February's meeting: Wednesday, February 1, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by vice president Dennis Crawley. 11 members and 3 guests in attendance. NEW BUSINESS: Kim Shumaker gave a report on the meeting concerning the proposed re-zoning of the land surrounding Hendricks County Airport. Michael Mossman gave a report on the status of the Jump School attempting to locate at Boone County Airport. TREASURER'S REPORT: Michael Mossman gave a brief summary of the chapter's finances. ROUND TABLE: Brief roundtable introduction of the members. PROGRAM: A visit to Troy Grover's RV Builder's Assistance business, with pizza and soft drinks were served.

New Members: John Broyles and Mark Rottler signed up at the February meeting.

Chapter 1311 On the Web: The chapter's website features are listed.

Fossett Culminates 'Ultimate Flight' - Millionaire adventurer Steve Fossett flew 26,389.3 miles in 76 hours, 45 minutes to establish a new world record for a non-stop, unrefueled flight.

Warbird Airshow At BAK: Tentative plans to host a World War II themed airshow and encampment at Columbus Municipal Airport in October 2007.

An ADIZ Analogy: Mike Foushee (Chapter 729) writes about how complicated modern GA travel has become in post-9/11 America.

Aviation on the Web: The daily WW-II diary of Australian Flight Sgt Brian M. Thompson D.F.M is featured.

Building Tip: Propeller Adjustment - Michael Mossman writes about making simple tools for adjusting propeller pitch.

Hendricks County Airport News: Kim Shumaker reports on members of three boards who met regarding proposed re-zoning of the area surrounding the Hendricks County Airport.

Boone County Airport News: Jump Indy is continuing with its plans to locate at the airport. The airport association is planning its second annual Affordable Flying Open House for Saturday, June 17.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,205,323 Young Eagles flown.

Aviation Humor: Have you ever deiced with a fire hose? Contributed by Glen Matejcek

February's Program: Troy Grover opens his RV Builder's Assistance shop to the chapter and shows Dean Webster's and Chuck LeBarreare's RV-8s.

March 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the program speaker who got sick on the way to the meeting, the cost of 100LL and the Warbird Squadron.

March's meeting: Wednesday, March 1, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter president Gus Gustafson led the meeting with 13 members and 0 guests in attendance. COMMENTS: Dues will go up next year to about $15-20. SECRETARY'S REPORT: Michael Mossman read the minutes. TREASURER'S REPORT: Vern Sullenger reports that the chapter has $1,568.05. NEW BUSINESS: Dennis Crawley spoke at the content and location of upcoming meeting programs. Gus Gustafson asked if the chapter would be interested in co-hosting some events with the HCAA. AIRPORT REPORTS: Dave Clark gave a verbal report on Hendricks County Airport. Michael Mossman gave a verbal report on Boone County Airport. PROJECT STATUS REPORTS: Glen Matejcek, Dave Clark, Kim Shumaker, Gary Reynolds, Doug Moncreiff, Dennis Crawley and Bob Henderson gave project status reports. CALENDARS: One 2006 EAA calendar left. PROGRAM: Larry Rush showed Jim Lewis's RV-7A that he assisted in finishing.

RV Service Bulletin: Van's posted Service Bulletin No. SB 06-2-23, mandating inspection and safetying of all fuel pickup tube assemblies for all RV models with wing fuel tank components shipped prior to February 23, 2006.

EAA Chapter Leaders BBQ at Sun 'n Fun: To be held Thursday, April 6 in Lakeland, FL.

Project Update: Bob Henderson writes about his Christavia and provided photo.

VU Offers Free Classes: Vincennes University is offering to Indiana resident retirees free tuition for its aviation maintenance classes.

AirVenture Welcomes CAF's B-29 and B-24: B-29 "Fifi" and LB-30 "Diamond Lil" will be at Oshkosh.

FAA Posts Online Airspace Course: Free online course "Navigating the DC ADIZ, TFRs, and Special Use Airspace" is offered at http://www.faasafety.gov/.

Aviation on the Web: Larry Rush recommends http://www.b17project.com/index

Alternative RV Canopy Installation: Glen Matejcek writes about his research into gluing a canopy onto his RV-8 project.

Hendricks County Airport News: Dave Clark reports on the plans for the grass runway.

Boone County Airport News: Wayne Deckard sold his Twin Commander and has gone into a partnership with Roy Dawes, buying a Cessna 401. The airport association will be hosting its second annual "Affordable Flying" open house on Saturday, June 17.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,027,062 Young Eagles have flown.

Aviation Humor: Crash photo submitted by Mike Foushee, EAA Chapter 729 newsletter editor

March's Program: Larry Rush showed Jim Lewis's RV-7A at Hendricks County Airport.

April 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about Florida and the cost of fuel.

April's meeting: Wednesday, April 5, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter vice president Dennis Crawley led 11 members and no guests. SECRETARY'S REPORT: A reading of the minutes was waived. TREASURER'S REPORT: $1630.05 in the coffers. One calendar for sale remains. NEW BUSINESS: No new business. AIRPORT REPORTS: Dave Clark and Dennis Crawley reported on Hendricks County Airport. Gus Gustafson reported on Indianapolis Executive Airport; Michael Mossman reported on Boone County Airport. PROJECT STATUS REPORTS: Gus Gustafson, Dave Clark, Vern Sullenger, Glen Matejeck, Gary Reynolds, Larry Rush, Jeff Chapman, Mark Rinehart and Doug Moncreiff gave project status reports. PROGRAM: The program speaker canceled due to last-minute surgery.

Bulletin: FedEx To Expand at Indy

Project Update: Jeff Chapman finished his restoration of a Piper Tri-Pacer.

Coffy Gregory Aviation Academy Scholarships: A number of full scholarships valued at up to $850 are offered for women interested in aviation.

Aviation on the Web: Jeff Chapman suggests http://www.pilotwebsites.com/New/25-Feb-2004.html

Columbus Man Wins Grand Champion: EAA Chapter 729 member Tom Dollmeyer won a Grand Champion award at Sun 'N Fun with his Glasair.

Building Tip: Fixing Overspray on a Canopy

Delta and Union Reach Accord: Delta Air Line's pilots union narrowly dodged a strike just before the highly traveled Easter weekend.

Hendricks County Airport News: Dave Clark and Dennis Crawley report that annexation of the airport property by the city of Danville is in process. Tom Utterback filed a suit against the airport authority for prohibiting ultralight operations.

Indianapolis Executive Airport News: Gus Gustafson reports that Dan Montgomery has a new house on the northwest corner of the airport and is building a new hangar for corporate aircraft.

Boone County Airport News: Jump Indy owner Phil Chappell crashed his Cessna 182 while taking a flying lesson. Boone County Airport Association is hosting their annual "Affordable Flying" Open House on Saturday, June 17.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,209,521 Young Eagles have flown.

Airline Pilot Tries to Fly While Drunk: Editorial opinion by Michael Mossman

Aviation Humor: Chuck Long submitted a piece about Qantas mechanics' responses to pilots' gripe sheets.

April's Program: Doug Moncreiff discussed his plans to build a JDT 1550 V-Hi-Max, and all-wood aircraft, from scratch.

May 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about a rash of aviation accidents.

May's meeting: Wednesday, May 2, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter President Dale Gustafson led 20 members and 7 guests in attendance. SECRETARY'S REPORT: Reading of the minutes was waived. TREASURER'S REPORT: $1,680.05 in liquid assets. NEW BUSINESS: The Board of Directors held a brief meeting prior to the regular chapter meeting. AIRPORT REPORTS: Dave Clark and Dennis Crawley gave a Hendricks County Airport report. Chuck Long gave a Boone County Airport report. CALENDARS: Vern Sullenger has one EAA calendar for 2006 left. Price is $12. REFRESHMENTS: Pizzas and brownies. PROGRAM: Aviation artist David Gray spoke about his paintings of historical aircraft.

New Member: Paul McCord joined Chapter 1311 at the May meeting.

New Ratings: Paul Vogel received his A&P license.

Building Tip: Planning and budgeting for Indiana Aircraft Taxes

Wright Stuff Competition: Chapter 650 sponsors rubber band powered airplane competition.

Sport Pilot Training Available: Fast Track Flightat Post Air Airport offers Sport Pilot instruction in the Evektor Sportstar.

Flying the Evektor Sportstar: Larry Bothe provides an aircraft evaluation.

EAA AirVenture NOTAM Now Available: Downloadable from EAA website

Fatal Return to the Airport: Tim LeBaron reports on the poor odds of returning to the airport when an engine quits upon takeoff.

Planning the Fly-In Circuit: A list of fly-ins in Indiana and adjacent states through the end of June.

Sinful Sundays Return: Ginger Davidson writes about the desserts offered to fliers at Lee Bottom Field.

Hendricks Co. Airport News: Barbecue dinner planned.

Indianapolis Int'l Airport News: New $38 million tower opened.

Columbus Airport News: Eagle Avionics locates on field.

Boone Co. Airport News: "Affordable Flying" Open House planned.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,213,976 Young Eagles have flown.

Quote of the Month: By John Roncz of Scaled Composites.

May's Program: Veteran Army pilot, corporate pilot, airline pilot and aviation artist David Gray describes the processes used for his latest painting.

June 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about water contaminating fuel.

June's meeting: Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter President Dale Gustafson led 15 members and six guests. SECRETARY'S REPORT: Michael Mossman gave a brief reading of the minutes. TREASURER'S REPORT: Vern Sullenger reports that the chapter has $1,711.05. NEW BUSINESS: Dale Gustafson asked if the chapter would be interested in sponsoring a youth to the EAA Academy in the future. Gustafson asked if would the members like to meeting on a Saturday or Sunday to visit local projects. CALENDARS: All of the EAA calendars are now sold. PROGRAM: Due to weather, only two aircraft flew in to the meeting. Members toured the open hangars and visited the aircraft owned by Jon Byrum, Vern Sullenger, Gary Reynolds and Dave Clark and Dave Helton. NEW MEMBER: Steve Weathers.

New Project: Paul Vogel bought a Sonex kit.

Webster Flies RV: Dean Webster flew his new RV-8 for the first time.

Building Tip: Low Cost Hangar with balanced door.

Editorial Opinion: Bob Vondersaar writes about emergency landing decisions.

Planning the Fly-In Circuit: A list of fly-ins in Indiana and adjacent states through the end of October.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,223,460 Young Eagles have flown.

Harpooning, But of the Aeronautical Variety: Glen Matejcek writes about his involvement with various local aviation museums.

July 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about attending the EAA convention since the early 1960s.

July's meeting: Wednesday, July 5, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter President Dale Gustafson led 11 members and 3 guests. SECRETARY'S REPORT: Michael Mossman gave a brief reading of the minutes. TREASURER'S REPORT: Vern Sullenger reports that the chapter has $1,706. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS: Comments about Chicago Mayor Richard Daley; The Barnstormer's Tour. NEW BUSINESS: The discussion of whether, when and how to send a youth to an EAA academy has been tabled until autumn. SPECIAL RECOGNITION: John Beetham was recognized for his many years of service to the national EAA organization. PROGRAM: Round table discussion of Sport Pilot privileges, limitations and aircraft.

Welcome New Members: Bryan Ruberson joined at the July 5 meeting

Mossman Places in Newsletter Competition: Michael Mossman placed in the top five of the Newsletter Editor of the Year competition.

Second Affordable Flight Open House: Boone County Airport Association hosted its annual on June 17 with hog roast, Young Eagles rides, adult and family flights and model airplane show.

Shawnee Field Fly-In: Boone County pilots fly to Bloomfield for fly-in on July 8.

Ruberson Attends Middletown Fly-In: Bryan Ruberson flies his Aeronca Chief to Middletown OH.

LeBaron Makes the News: Tim LeBaron investigates a fatal crash in an Oklahoma neighborhood.

Too Late To Classify: Glen Matejcek writes about an Aeronca Chief that is available locally.

Hendricks County Airport News: Dave Clark writes about zoning, GPS approach, T-hangar plans, ultralight operations and Danville annexation.

Boone County Airport News: The association built an observation tower. One new member moved his Cherokee to the field

Young Eagles: On June 17, 4 Chapter 1311 members and two more pilots flew 71 Young Eagles riders. EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,245,014 Young Eagles have flown.

Defending the Lowly Cessna 150: Michael Mossman writes an essay on the values of the Cessna 150.

August 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about northern Indiana airports and the upcoming chapter elections.

August's meeting: Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. Chapter President Dale Gustafson led 14 members and 6 guests. SECRETARY'S REPORT: Michael Mossman gave a brief reading of the minutes. TREASURER'S REPORT: Vern Sullenger reports that the chapter has $1,741. PRESIDENT'S REMARKS: Gus Gustafson spoke about judging and awards given at Oshkosh this year, plus a synopsis of attendance and various aircraft of note. NEW BUSINESS: None proposed. AIRPORT REPORTS: Gary Reynolds and Vern Sullenger reported on Hendricks County Airport. PROGRAM: Oshkosh Debriefing.

Mossman Places Third: Michael Mossman garnered third place in the Newsletter Awards.

Ruberson flies Chief to Middletown: Bryan Ruberson reported on flying a Grand Champion Aeronca Chief to the Middletown OH fly-in.

Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman reports on an ultralight fly-in at Westfield IN.

NTSB Internships Available: Investigator Tim LeBaron is looking for volunteer students who want to intern with the NTSB.

Hendricks County Airport News: Gary Reynolds and Vern Sullenger report on the new hangar news.

Boone County Airport News: Phil Kingery brought a single-seat trike ultralight to the field.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,252,343 Young Eagles have flown.

Airplane Spotter: Gus Gustafson challenges the members to identify an antique biplane NX623YT.

August's Program: John Broyles, Tom Chapman, Troy Grover, Gus Gustafson, Glen Matejcek, Dirk Melchior, Michael Mossman and Kim Shumaker share their 2006 Oshkosh experiences at the meeting.

September 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about babysitting the SheridanAirport, recent aircraft accidents, chapter elections and the obituary of Bo Grundy.

September's meeting: Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport. 12 members and 3 guests in attendance. TREASURER'S REPORT $1,716.26 in the acct, $10 dues check in hand. Bought 50 chairs for $50. Dues for next year to be $15 per family. MINUTES: Gus read August meeting minutes. AIRPORT REPORTS: Dennis Crawley reported on HCAA's recent meeting. PROJECT REPORTS: Vern Sullenger, Dave and Steve Kopeschka, Glen Matejcek and Dennis Crawley reported on their aircraft projects. DISCUSSIONS: Gus introduced the elections nominating committee. PROGRAM: VAA DVD slide show of antique and classic aircraft, shot mainly at OSH.

EAA Seeks to Preserve Homebuilders' Rights: From EAA e-Hotline

Aviation on the Web: Photo essay web site documenting a 2006 trip from California to Oshkosh and back in a Maule taildragger.

Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about visiting Marion IN and Martinsville IN fly-ins.

Project Update: John Steere of Martinsville IN writes about the continuing development of the BD-4's Ford Thunderbird supercharged engine conversion.

Board of Directors Meet: Action taken: 2007 dues increased to $15. Voted to buy 50 folding chairs and rack for $50.

Hendricks County Airport News: Dennis Crawley reports on planned expanded aircraft operation at, new hangars, grass runway and lack of progress on instrument approach procedure.

Boone County Airport News: Phil Kingery crashed his ultralight "trike" aircraft.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,261,899 Young Eagles have flown.

Aviation Humor: Never let an airplane take you somewhere your brain didn't get to five minutes earlier.

Quote of the Month: "When once you have tasted flight …" Leonardo da Vinci

Movie Review: "One Six Right."

October 2006
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the meeting at Doug and Susan Moncreiff's home.

October's meeting: Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Doug and Susan Moncreiff's home. 12 members and 2 guests in attendance. TREASURER'S REPORT: The chapter has $1,676 in the account. PROJECT REPORTS: Skip Budny reported on the restoration of an H-model Huey helicopter. Vern Sullenger reports that his RV-7A is repaired. ELECTION REPORT: The chapter now has a full slate of candidates for the November election. NEW BUSINESS: Gus asked if the chapter should have name tags available at the meetings. REFRESHMENTS: Full dinner spread of meats and cheeses for sandwiches, plus other snacks and drinks. PROGRAM: Doug Moncreiff showed his scratch-built Hi-Max aircraft project.

New Member: David Stucker joined Chapter 1311 at the September meeting.

Aviation on the Web: Cory Lidle's crash into a New York City building and an Embraer Legacy 600 midair crash.

Chapter Elections Next Month: Slate of candidates announced and election procedure is described.

Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about fly-ins at Lee Bottom Field and Noblesville Airport.

Project Updates: Skip Budny is participating in the restoration of an H-model Huey helicopter. Mark Rinehart reports on his Kolb Mark III Classic. Vern Sullenger reports that the RV-7A that he, Jon Byrum and Bart Ng have built had its engine re-installed and has flown.

'Any traffic, please advise' - NOT!!: Bob Linenweber writes that the FAA advises pilots to quit making this request on the air.

Sport Pilot Report: Larry Bothe writes about recent developments in the availability of Sport Pilot aircraft.

Battle of Midway News: Dusty Kleiss writes his own eyewitness account of the events leading to the Battle of Midway.

Down Under Aviation Journalism: A number of Australian and Pacific region aviation magazines are available to the chapter.

Boone County Airport News: The airport association held its first annual Dog Roast on September 16.

EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,270,487 Young Eagles have flown.

Airplane Spotter: A Spartan Executive seen at Lee Bottom Fielm on September 30.

Aviation Humor: An exchange between Chicago (O'Hare) Approach and an airliner, contributed by Larry Bothe.

Quote of the Month: "But with the idea of Angle of Attack once clearly understood Š" From Stick and Rudder" by Wolfgang Langewiesche.

October's Program: Doug Moncreiff showed his shop and explained his JDT Hi-Max aircraft project.

November 2006
From the Chapter Secretary: Michael Mossman challenges members to run for office in future chapter elections

November's meeting: Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at Hendricks County Airport, 11 members and 1 guest in attendance. Treasurers report: $1,676.26. Election report: The election was completed at the meeting. New Business: Sample name tags presented. Gustafson recommended that the chapter consider sponsoring a youth to the EAA Air Academy. Program: Skip Budny presented a slide show and talk about his helicopter flying during the Vietnam war.

Welcome Back Returning Members: Former vice president Mike Laurenzano rejoins the chapter.

Aviation on the Web: Warbird Depot, http://www.warbirddepot.com

Chapter Elections Results: 25 members voted, electing Dale Gustafson, president; Doug Moncreiff, vice president; Michael Mossman, secretary; Vern Sullenger, treasurer; Dave Helton, Glen Matejcek and Paul Vogel, board of directors.

Chapter Looking for a New Identity: Sample name tags were presented, and an opportunity to design a new logo offered.

Restaurant Review: Moonlite Bar-B-Que: Jimmy Lewis writes about a restaurant in Owensboro KY.

Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about attending Kokomo's Glenndale Days with Glen Matejcek.

Tim LeBaron Takes on a New Restoration: LeBaron buys a wrecked RV-4.

2007 EAA Air Academy: Schedules for 2007 are announced.

Boone County Airport News: Chad Williams traded his Cessna 150 on a 1958 Cessna 172.

EAA Young Eagles Update:By publication date more than 1,281,381 Young Eagles have taken their first airplane ride.

Airplane Spotter: Waco biplane spotted at Boone County Airport

Quote of the Month: From Around the World in Eight Days, by Wiley Post and Harold Gatty

November's Program: Skip Budny presented a slide show about his helicopter flying experiences in Vietnam.

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