Year-End Wrap Up, continued
April 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about Florida's April weather, the new Sport Cub and the price of fuel.
April's meeting: Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter Vice President Doug Moncreiff. In Attendance: 15 members and 4 guests. Treasurer's report: Vern Sullenger reports that the chapter has $1,812.26 in account plus $90 to deposit, minus $60 for the nametags. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a brief summation of the March meeting. Vice President's report: Recent changes to the program schedule, mainly so that we can tour the control tower in May Young Eagles events coming up next month: Mount Comfort Airport on May 5, and 1311will be flying Young Eagles on Saturday, May 12. Project Reports: Troy Grover says that the RV-8A in his shop is ready to move to the airport. Steve Kopeschka says he got motivated for the club visit so he went to Georgia for a workshop on TIG welding. Paul Vogel says his Sonex is scattered all over. Kim Shumaker moved to a new house at Twelve Oaks near Martinsville. Michael Mossman is considering converting his Zenair to a tailwheel landing gear. EAA Work Parties: Dave Clark announces Oshkosh work parties. New Business: The December meeting will be a Christmas party, tentatively planned for Bravo Italian restaurant. Program: Troy Grover opened his Grov-Air builder's assistance center for a tour.
Welcome new Members: Martinsville resident Bill Myrtle joined the chapter at the April meeting.
Troy Grover Becomes a Flight Advisor: Troy Grover announced that he has been accepted as the chapter's first Flight Advisor.
Ford Tri-Motor Coming to Indiana: EAA's Ford Tri-Motor is to be at Elkhart IN June 7-10, then Columbus IN on June 11 through 13.
New Chapter Name Tags Available: EAA Chapter 1311 has lanyard-style name tags for the meetings.
Chapter 1311 Builders' Local Resource Directory: Listings for Earl's Indy, AED Motorsports, Chance Aviation and McKinney Corp. are highlighted.
Young Eagles Numbers Increase: Young Eagles numbers exceed 1,300,000.
Van's Hits the Big Five-Oh-Oh-Oh: More than 5,000 RV aircraft have been completed and flown.
Planning the Fly-In Circuit: Fly-Ins in a five-state area, from April through October, are highlighted.
Time to Mobilize Against User Fees: Pre-written letters are available to chapter members.
Aviation on the Web: Featured web site is the RV Builder's Hotline.
Boone County Airport News: Wayne Deckard bought a 1959 Cessna 175 from an owner in the Shreveport LA area.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,301,009 Young Eagles have flown.
Quote of the Month: "You've never been lost until you've been lost at Mach 3." Paul F. Crickmore (test pilot)
April's Program: Story about updates at Grov-Air.
May 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the May 12 Young Eagles rally and the Indy tower tour.
May's meeting: Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Indianapolis International Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In Attendance: 16 members and five guests. Treasurer's report: None given. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a brief summation of the April meeting. Vice President's report: None given. Project Reports: Troy Grover moved the RV-8A project to his hangar and installed the wings. President's Remarks: Gus said that at Fun & Sun there was an accident per day. New Business: Noblesville Chapter 67 Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, June 16. Post Air Chapter 900 Pancake Breakfast and Midwest Taildragger Rendezvous is Saturday, June 23. Program: Tour of the new control tower at Indianapolis International Airport.
Chapter 1311 to Sponsor Tool Scholarship: Gus Gustafson outlined the preliminary plans for the "The Eric Gustafson Tool Scholarship."
New Chapter Name Tags Available: EAA Chapter 1311 has lanyard-style name tags for the meetings.
Planning the Fly-In Circuit: Fly-Ins in a five-state area, from May through October, are highlighted.
What Other Chapters Are Doing: Mike Foushee in Columbus IN describes youth-oriented aviation activities.
Building From Scratch - Still a Viable Option: Tech Counselor Ron Sutton writes about scratch building. From EAA "Safety Wire"
Big Iron News: Delta Emerges from Bankruptcy, Condensed from the Associated Press and Boeing Inks Virgin Atlantic Deal, condensed from the Associated Press and Reuters.
Blind Pilot Completes 13,500-Mile Microlight Flight: Miles Hilton-Barber completed a 13,500-mile flight from London to Sydney, Australia. Condensed from the Associated Press
Young Eagles Rally a Big Hit: Chapter 1311 and volunteers flew 65 Young Eagles on Saturday, May 12 at 2R2.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1305,483 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: C-5 Aircraft overruns the runway at Station, VA.
Quote of the Month: "... I have complete confidence in the airplane and the men who have worked so long and hard on the project." from X-1, Into the Unknown
May's Program: Story and photos on the Indpls Int'l Airport's control tower tour.
June 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about Skip Budny's project, upcoming open houses, the warbird squadron and time spent on EAA business.
June's meeting: Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In Attendance: 17 members and 4 guests. Treasurer's report: $2,022.26 in the account plus $45 to deposit. Secretary's report: Report on May meeting and Control Tower tour given. Vice President's report: The July meeting will be on the second Wednesday of the month, due to Independence Day occurring on the first Wednesday. Project Reports: None given. President's Remarks: 65 Young Eagles flew on May 12. New Business: Tool Scholarship: Dave Clark reported on the Tool Scholarship. 50/50 Drawing: Doug Moncreiff won $32 and donated his winning to the tool scholarship. Program: Skip Budny opened up his shop to show this Mini 500 helicopter project.
Welcome New Members: Kyle Bain, Robert (Bob) Braaf and Scott Schermerhorn joined the chapter.
Visit Pegasus Farms: Mike Laurenzano invites chapter members to fly into Pegasus Farms and gives directions on locating the field.
Chapter 1311 to Sponsor Tool Scholarship: Plans for the scholarship are finalized.
Big Iron News: Wire stories about the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and future "plastic" transports.
Boone County Airport News: Plans for the upcoming open house and Young Eagles event are announced.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,315,479 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Chuck Long contributes a story about a mix-up with a student pilot and a photographer.
June's Program: Story about Skip Budny's Mini 500 helicopter project.
July 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the chapter newsletter, and friend who is going to Sport Pilot and the cost of aviation fuel.
July's meeting: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In Attendance: 20 members and 6 guests. Treasurer's report: $1,806.81 in the account, plus $49 to deposit. Secretary's report: Reading of the June minutes was waived. Vice President's report: Announcements of the next three meeting programs President's Remarks: We received written notice that the chapter newsletter did not make the cut in the annual judgings. Project Reports: None given. Young Eagles Report: Five Young Eagles flown on June 23. New Business: Vern Sullenger reports that we have four calendars left; price now negotiable. Buy/Sell/Trade: Mike Laurenzano is looking for a partner to build a Sonex. 50/50 Drawing: The chapter netted $24 from 50/50.
Program: Paul Vogel opened his shop to show his Sonex project.
Welcome New Members: Doug Hatfield rejoined the chapter.
Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about fly-ins at Noblesville and Bloomfield IN.
July is TCM Aviation Movie Month: a full schedule of aviation-themed movies is announced.
Crop Dusters Converge on Central Indiana: Story and photo on local crop dusting.
Big Iron News: Featured wire condensations: Boeing Dominates the Headlines; Boeing Reorganizes Production Resources; Boeing Workers Decertify Union; France Opens New A380-Ready Terminal; Old U.S. Airlines Plan for Rebirth
The True Cost of Flying Today: Editorial opinion by Steve Krog on the relative costs of flying.
Hendricks County Airport News: HCAA board meeting report by Dave Clark.
Boone County Airport News: Bus Trip to Oshkosh plans announced.
Indianapolis International Airport News: John Kish named new executive director of the airport.
Young Eagles News: Due to poor weather only 5 Young Eagles flown on June 23.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,326,654 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Chapter 729's Mike Foushee contributed a story on "How Standards Are Created Historically"
Quote of the Month: "At any rate, if we've been fortunate enough to be caught up in the art of flying we are very lucky indeed. It's a fascinating world where beauty and science mix and the quest for knowledge never ends." From The Art of Flying by Robert N. Buck
July's Program: Story about Paul Vogel and his Sonex project.
August 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about AirVenture, a regional meeting on EAA leadership and the disappearing airports.
August's meeting: Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In attendance: 18 members and 2 guests. Treasurer's report: $1,820.80 in the bank plus $73 for deposit. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman reported on updating the newsletter content and chapter member records. Vice President's report: Doug Moncreiff reported on up-coming fly-ins and the following months' meeting program schedule. President's Remarks: Gus will announce nomination committee in September, candidates in October, election during the November meeting. Fly-Out Planning: Mike Laurenzano announced plans for the fly-out at Pegasus Farms. Project Reports: None given. Young Eagles Report: None given. New Business: Gary Reynolds reported on the status of the tool project. The chapter voted to set the minimum bid for the tool box at $300. Buy/Sell/Trade: None reported. 50/50 Drawing: Jim Lewis won $17 and donated it to the tool fund. Program: Round table discussion of AirVenture 2007.
Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about fly-ins at Frankfort and Westfield.
September Fly-Out at Pegasus Farms: Mike Laurenzano highlights aircraft operation tips into Pegasus Farms.
Commemorative Plaques Displayed at Oshkosh: Custom engraved granite plaques with photos of aircraft are featured.
Hendricks County Airport News: HCAA to host a fly-in lunch on Saturday, August 18.
Boone County Airport News: Gary Rogers sold his T-Bird "Old Moldy." Wayne Deckard finished the restoration of his Navion.
Sheridan Airport News: Hamilton County Council voted 4-3 to start negotiations to buy the airport.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,334,467 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Photo about John Travolta's airport home.
Quote of the Month: "When it comes to college, R-O-T-C = M-O-N-E-Y," Ed, an investigator at the NTSB.
August's Program: Dave and Steve Kopeschka, Jim Lewis, Mark Eminger, Gus Gustafson, Walt Fritz, Dave Clark and Michael Mossman relate their AirVenture 2007 experiences.
September 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about Marion's Fly-In/Cruise-IN, a mini airshow at Sheridan, and a friend who bought a new LSA from Europe.
September's meeting: Wednesday, September 5, 2007, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In attendance:13 members and one guest. Treasurer's report: $1,820.80 in the bank account plus $73 to deposit. Tool Scholarship: Gary Reynolds reported that the Chapter had spent $574.46 to complete it. Secretary's Report: None given. 50/50 drawing: Skip Bundy won $26 and donated it to tool fund. New Business: Elections nominating committee appointed. Tool Scholarship kit is completed. Mike Laurenzano discussed the Fly-out to Pegasus Farm. Gus noted that Greenwood Airport was having a Central Indiana EAA Chapter meeting for lunch at Noon on the 22nd of September. John Marshall is hosting a Chili Cookout at Shelbyville Airport on Saturday, October 13. Discussion of a possible "Garage Sale" of tools at the ATA hangar in October. Glen Matejcek invited Chapter 1311 members to participate in volunteer activities with the WWII Harpoon. Meeting minutes by Dave Clark and Doug Moncreiff
Welcome New Members: David Morton joined the chapter.
Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about fly-ins at Hendricks County Airport and at Marion IN.
Chapter Elections Coming Up: Glen Matejcek writes about upcoming election plans.
Jacksonville Homebuilt Restriction Challenged: Efforts to overturn a zoning restriction on aircraft construction in Jacksonville FL highlighted.
Boone County Airport News: Randy Shrewsberry bought a Piper Cherokee. Chuck Leucht bought Arvel Turner's partially completed RV-9A. The Boone County Airport Association is hosting its second annual Dog Roast on Saturday, September 15.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,343,035 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: Story and photos about a strap-on aircraft with turbojets.
Aviation Humor: Story and photo of a Cessna 177 that crash-landed on a warehouse roof.
October 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about autumn weather, the cost of avgas and the tool scholarship.
October's meeting: Wednesday, October 3, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In Attendance: 18 members in attendance. Treasurer's report: $1,054 in the account plus $40 to deposit. Hats are $12 each. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a reading of the minutes of the September meeting, which were approved. Vice President's report: Doug Moncreiff gave a report on the fly-out to Pegasus Farms. Mike Laurenzano brought enough food for about 30 people; approximately 21 came. HCAA loaded Elections Report: Glen Matejcek said that the board of directors would like to expand the numbers of Class II directors. The slate of candidates was announced. President's Remarks: Gus reports that Noblesville Chapter 67 is hosting their annual barbecue on Sunday, October 7 from noon to 3 p.m. Long-time barbecue volunteer Maurice Hobson won't there; he is headed to the hospital. New Business: Glen Matejcek reports that David Gray, our program at the May 2006 meeting, painted the cover of a book on the battle of Midway. The Harpoon is no longer coming to Hendricks County Airport. Buy/Sell/Trade: Gus Gustafson reports that a flat 4 O-290 engine in crate is available at Mount Comfort. 50/50 Drawing: Dale Gustafson won $16 from the 50/50 drawing. Program: Round table report on the Chapter fly-out to Pegasus Farms and of the fly-in at Lee Bottom Field.
Welcome New Members: Lebanon resident Chuck Leucht joined Chapter 1311 at the August meeting.
Rush Sells RV-6A: Larry Rush sold his beautiful RV-6A recently to a buyer in Nebraska.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Gary Reynolds researches transponder testing in Experimental aircraft.
Project Update: Tim LeBaron has installed the wings and has finalized the panel installation of his RV-4 project.
Cold Weather Inflight Hazards and Tips: Chapter 439 contributor Dave VanDenburg writes about flying safely in the winter.
Hitting the Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman writes about fly-ins at Pegasus Farms, Glenndale Airport, Lee Bottom Field, Noblesville and Shelbyville IN.
Chapter Elections Coming Up: Slate of candidates and referendum item announced.
World War I Components Sought: Glen Matejcek writes about an EAA acquaintance who is looking for World War One engines and airframes or replicas.
Hendricks County Airport News: Hendricks County Aviation has scheduled a free Learn To Fly seminar on Wednesday, October 24, starting at 6:30 p.m..
Boone County Airport News: Transactions: Erick Roldan bought Jerry Kirkpatrick's RANS S-12 project. Gary Rogers bought Bob Wilson's Piper Cherokee 180. Bruce Thompson bought Schooler's home and airstrip on CR 500 W. Events: 10 airplanes from Boone County Airport went to Lee Bottom Field.
Young Eagles News: Chapter 1311 flew 9 kids and one Cub Scout leader on Saturday, October 6.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,347,780 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: A Pipestril Sinus motorglider spotted at Boone County.
A Letter From Our Founder: Paul Poberezny writes about the EAA.
November 2007
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the chapter elections, the EAA fall Board of Directors meeting, aviation classified ads and building hangars.
November's meeting: Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson. In Attendance: 21 members. Treasurer's report: 1,258.02 in the account, plus receipts from the meeting. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the October meeting. Special Board Vote: The Board of Directors voted to increase the number of Class II directors from three to seven. Vice President's report: The Christmas Party has been moved from Bravo Restaurant to the L.A. Café in Whitestown, on Saturday, December 8, 5 p.m. Elections Report: Dennis Crawley and Gary Reynolds counted the ballots and the results were announced at the meeting. President's Remarks: Doug Moncreiff and Dennis Crawley will be working on programs for the coming year. Vern Sullenger is going to the Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring FL in January. New Business: Dennis Crawley has some new chapter hats for $12. Buy/Sell/Trade: None listed. 50/50 Drawing: John Broyles won $18. Program: Mike Laurenzano reported on his experiences in air-to-air refueling in the Air Force.
Chapter Elections: 60.4% vote response. The results for 2008: President: Dale Gustafson; President: Doug Moncreiff; Secretary: Michael Mossman; Treasurer: Vern Sullenger; Class II Directors: Dennis Crawley, Dave Helton, Chuck Long, Glen Matejcek, David Morton, Gary Reynolds and Paul Vogel. Referendum: The chapter voted 27 to 5 in favor of amending the bylaws Article VAA and Article IX to increase the term of the officers from one year to two years.
How Many Tech Counselor Visits are Enough?: By Dick Koehler, TC #3023, From October 2007 EAA Safety Wire
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Fabric Inspection Items for New Aircraft: By Ron Alexander, Poly-Fiber, From October 2007 EAA Safety Wire
End of an Era: Exemption 7162 Expires. From EAA e-Hotline. Owners of experimental aircraft will no longer be able to rent their aircraft for in-type training.
Project Update: Tim LeBaron provides a photo on his RV-4 restoration.
Boone County Airport News: Charles Westerfield successfully converted his two ultralight aircraft to experimental status.
Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,357,329 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Aviation Definitions By Mike Foushee
November's program: Story and photos about Mike Laurenzano's experience flying KC-135 tankers in the Air Force.
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