From the Chapter President: Gus writes about flights on New Year's Day and the first Tool Scholarship recipient.
January's meeting: Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson, with 16 members and 4 guests. Treasurer's report: The chapter closed out the first tool fund with a net chapter expense of zero. Secretary's report: The Board of Directors discussion: report on the financing of the tool scholarship fund, setting dues for 2008, future direction of the newsletter, and on-going community outreach projects for the chapter. Vice President's report: Report on Christmas Party. President's Remarks: Chapter service awards presented. New Business: Hats available for $12 Upcoming Trip: The HCAA is planning a bus trip to the USAF Museum in April. Program: Clayton Eckert and Chad Suverkrup of Fast Track Flight brought an Evektor SportStar aircraft and talked about Sport Pilot training.
Dues are Due: $15 dues are announced for 2008.
LeBaron Flies Restored RV-4: Tim LeBaron provides story and photos on the first flight of his RV-4 restoration.
Time for a Checkup: Posthumous letter for a retired USAir captain on the importance of a prostate check.
Aviation on the Web: Glen Matejcek provides a resource for helping pilots get a medical reinstated.
Boone County Airport News: Roy Dawes traded his taildragger Colt for a Globe Swift. Christmas Party rescheduled for Saturday, January 19.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,370,610 Young Eagles flown.
January's Program: Story and photos on Fast Track Flight and their Evektor SportStar aircraft.
February 2008
February's meeting: Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport. Chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson, with 20 members and four guests in attendance. Treasurer's report: None given. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a report on the previous meeting. Vice President's report: Doug Moncreiff and Dennis Crawley will be working on the 2008 program schedule. President's Remarks: Dale Gustafson expects airports will get further restrictions on access. The EAA has a new and improved events calendar that will be available on-line. The dates for AirVenture 2008 are now set at July 28 through August 3. A new museum is planned for Cincinnati at the old Lunken Field. Builder's Roundtable: Advice offered on how to repair the intake tubes on a Lycoming oil pan. Buy/Sell/Trade: Fred Baldwin has a Sonex kit for sale. 50/50 Drawing: Not held. Program: What's New at Grov-Air.
New Members: Shaun Smith joined the chapter at the February meeting.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Gary Reynolds provides research information on repairing the intake tubes for a Lycoming oil pan.
Rotax Amends Mandatory Magnetic Plug SB: The "Alert" status has been removed and the engine serial number list for affected engines has been reduced to a more defined range.
Aviation on TV: 'Inside Oshkosh" TV Special To Premiere February 22, and Red Bull Air Race to host one or two races in the Midwest, to be televised on Sunday evenings on Fox.
Transition Training for Amateur-Built Aircraft: By Joe Norris, EAA Senior Aviation Specialist
Aviation on the Web: Rotax on-line course offered on carburetor tuning and synchronization for Rotax 912 & 914 series Aircraft Engines.
>Chapter Begins Second Tool Scholarship: Chapter 1311 is now starting the funding for a second Eric Gustafson Tool Scholarship.
Boone Co. Airport News: Chuck Leucht sold his Cessna 150. Jim Kunz bought a 1969 Piper Cherokee 140B and moved it to the field. Jason Sharkey moved his 1945 Stinson L-5 to the field. Christmas Party rescheduled and held at El Jaripeo Mexican Restaurant.
Indianapolis Airport News: Randall Tobias named as new airport authority president. New airport opening target date set for October 28.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,374,204 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: A micro helicopter from France, with a link to the two-minute video.
Quote of the Month: "Why can't we buy just one aeroplane and let the aviators take turns flying it?" President Calvin Coolidge, during his term in office.
February's Program: Shaun Smith led the members through a tour of Grov-Air.
Harpooned: Glen Matejcek provides an essay and photos about taking the Boeing PV-2 harpoon to airshows.
March 2008
New Members: Ernie Winters joined at the March meeting.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Michael Mossman writes about repairing mis-drilled rivet holes in a Sonex.
Chapter member Kenny Shull Dies: Kenny Shull died on February 12.
Ng Gets IUPUI Promotion: Dr. Ng has been promoted to Dean of the school of Arts and Science at IUPUI.
EAA Work Parties are Worth the Time: Dave Clark invites chapter members to join him at Oshkosh for volunteer work.
Indy Air Show Needs Volunteers: Colonel Bill Hamerstadt is recruiting volunteers.
Hendricks County Airport News: Instrument approach will be available June 5; new sign for US 36 planned; AWOS planned; grass runway due to open in about a year.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,375,201 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Mike Foushee contributed a "Pilot's Letter to the FAA"
Aircraft Spotter: "New" Lycoming engines listed on eBay by Tiger Aircraft.
Quote of the Month: "What we do not make conscious emerges later as fate." Pioneering Swiss psychologist Carl Jung.
March's Program: Michael Mossman writes about Steve Lathrop's race car fabrication shop and Bearhawk aircraft project.
April 2008
Project Update: Skip Budny reports that the H-model Huey helicopter that the Indiana Air Search & Rescue is restoring will be ready for flight by mid-summer.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: FAA issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive number 2008-06-51 to owners of aircraft equipment with Lycoming Engines, Teledyne Continental Motors and Superior Air Parts engines equipment with some models of Precision Airmotive fuel injection servos.
ATA Calls It Quits: Indianapolis-bases airline ATA Airlines discontinued all flights on Thursday, April 3, re-entering bankruptcy for what appears to its final exit from the airline market.
Aviation on TV: PBS will be begin airing a 10-part series entitled "Carrier," which is a documentary about life on the aircraft carrier Nimitz.
AOPA Safety Seminar at Purdue in April: "Top 5 Mistakes Pilots Make," will be held on Wednesday, April 23 on the Purdue campus.
Chapter Begins Second Tool Scholarship: Funding for a second Eric Gustafson Tool Scholarship is under way.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,376,846 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Story about British air defense, contributed by Mike Foushee.
Quote of the Month: "Flying is like other things of beauty; unshared and unappreciated, they go away." James McCarthy, 1989 AOPA Pilot Letter to the Editor
April's Program: Steve Kopeschka opens his garage to show his Little Wing Autogyro project.
May 2008
Ford Tri-Motor Returns to Indiana: Tin Goose due in Terre Haute Hulman Field and Greencastle.
ADs for Amateur Built Aircraft: Glen Matejcek writes about complying with ADs for homebuilt aircraft.
Chapter Fly-Out Breakfast Planned: First fly-out breakfast will be on Saturday, June 14 at Pam's Place (78I).
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Inspecting Ideas for the Aging Composite Aircraft.
Aviation on the Web: A research company from Indiana that claims to have developed a new 100LL aviation fuel replacement that is synthesized from biomass materials.
Boone County Airport News: Gary Baum brought a Cessna 150 to the field. Tom Rich brought a Piper Warrior to the field. Kristen Henke bought a Maule MX-7. The volunteer members tore down an old shed and built a new shelter for the property maintenance equipment.
Hendricks County Airport: The instrument approach will be available on June 5. The Master Plan for airport is in final stages. FAA overestimated number of jets expected in the next 10-20 years, revised it downward. An AWOS system will be installed.
Westfield Airport News: Wes Wheeler, owner of Wheeler Airport, died on March 21 in Texas.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,382,208 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: 3 Blackhawk helicopters out flying maneuvers through Boone County Airport's airspace.
Aviation Humor: Cartoon in EAA Chapter 729's May 2008 newsletter
Quote of the Month: From Forever Flying, by Bob Hoover.
May's Program: Paul Vogel opens his garage to show his Sonex project.
June 2008
New Members Cale Nelson joined the chapter at the June meeting:
Project Update: Chuck LaBarreare's RV-8A is in Troy Grover's shop after its recent trip to a paint shop in Texas.
AirVenture 2008 NOTAM Available: The Notice To Airmen is required reading and is an important part of Oshkosh preflight preparation.
FAA Bans Chantix Use: Ban is effective immediately for pilots and air traffic controllers.
Indianapolis International Airport News: Indianapolis City-Council voted to recommend renaming Indianapolis International Airport after World War I flying ace H. Weir Cook.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,390,928 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: An amphibian flying over Lebanon IN.
Aviation Humor: You may be a redneck pilot if you re-cover your tube-and-fabric airplane with supplies from TSC.
Quote of the Month: "Make every decision as if your life depended on it." Dorel "Shorty" Graves.
Airport Name Change Is Due: Dave Clark writes an opinion piece advocating changing the name of Indianapolis International Airport to Indianapolis Weir Cook International Airport.
So Long, Shorty Graves: Michael Mossman writes a tribute to Dorel "Shorty" Graves, who died on June 8.
June's Program: Retired Noblesville schoolteacher Don Roberts recalls his service in the Navy on the aircraft carrier Essex.
July 2008
July's meeting: Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by chapter President Dale Gustafson with 11 members and 4 guests in attendance. Treasurer's Report: $1,777.22, $14.07 is for tool fun, plus $42 to deposit. Secretary's Report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the June meeting. President's Report: Gus Gustafson led a discussion on compensating presenters for expenses. 50/50 Drawing: No drawing was held, but members contributed to the tool fund. Program: Gus Gustafson led a general aviation discussion.
Aluminum Overcast Due In Indianapolis: The EAA B-17 to be at the Mt. Comfort Airport July 18, 19 and 20.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Gary Reynolds recommends that owners of aircraft with Lycoming engines check Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-26R1, dated July 8, 2008.
Lucas film to Tell Tuskegee Airmen Story: Movie producer George Lucas is in preproduction of "Red Tails," a story about the Tuskegee Airmen.
Hendricks County Airport News: GPS approach up and running. Jets are still not welcome. Grass runway is in the works. HCAA Luncheon scheduled for August 16 with Young Eagles earlier that day.
Young Eagles Rally: More than 25 Young Eagles flown at Boone County Airport on June 21 at Boone County Airport.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,401,160 Young Eagles have flown.
July's Program: Program presenter Denny Smith had to cancel due to a family emergency; Gus Gustafson led a general aviation discussion.
August 2008
New Members: David Parker joined Chapter 1311 at the August meeting.
AirVenture Oshkosh 2008: Facts and Figures from EAA news release with commentary by Tom Poberezny.
Indy Airshow Volunteers Needed: Bill Hamerstadt, president of Indy Post Air EAA Chapter 900, is recruiting volunteers.
Ask Your Tech Counselor: Michael Mossman writes about the life ratings of bungee shock cords.
Boone County Airport News: First Solo: On July 16 student pilot Vern Samuels soloed in a Cherokee. New Ratings: Randy Shrewsberry passed his private pilot checkride on July 28. Restoration Completed: Wayne Deckard completed the restoration of a Navion.
Hendricks County Airport News: Will be hosting a lunchtime cookout on Saturday, August 16, with a rain date of Sunday, August 17.
Elwood Airport News: Schedule to close on September, with the restaurant to remain open.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,408,645 Young Eagles have flown.
Aircraft Spotter: A 1972 Dyke's Delta seen at Oshkosh.
Aviation Humor: Chapter 729's Mike Foushee reported on the TSA's new air travel restrictions.
August's Program: Michael Mossman reported on Denny Smith's two-seat Magni Gyro.
September 2008
September's meeting: Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson with 14 members and 2 guests. Treasurer's Report: $1,777.22 in the account, of which $41 is for the tool fund, plus $15 and $10 rebate from Tom Poberezny, plus another $75 cash for the tool fund. Secretary's Report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the August meeting. President's Report: Dennis Crawley is working out of state and will be not able to attend any meetings so he has resigned from the board. He is also looking for a partner in his Grumman aircraft. Gus is recommending that we have only five directors the next election rather than seven. New election committee forming, which will consist of Glen Matejcek, Michael Mossman and Paul Vogel. Vice President's Report: Chapter hats for sale. New Business: Chapter voted to give a hat to meeting presenters. Young Eagles Report: None given. 50/50 Drawing: Not held but a collection for the tool fund was conducted Program: Oshkosh Debriefing.
Project Update: Skip Budny reports on the Huey H-model 20 helicopter and the C-47 restorations.
Aviation on the Web: Online documentation of Indy Flyers trip to Monument Valley UT
Hitting The Fly-In Circuit: Coverage of HCAA luncheon, Indy Air Show, Marion Fly-In/Cruise-In, Elwood and Greencastle by Michael Mossman.
Why Make It Hard? Story about training for flight exam by Larry Bothe.
Boone County Airport News: Adam Coker brings a Cessna 310 to Boone County Airport.
Elwood Airport News: Elwood Airport (3I1) permanently closed on Monday, September 1.
Indianapolis Executive News: Runway extension to 7,700 feet planned.
Young Eagles News: 3 Chapter 1311 members flew at least 25 kids at Greencastle on Saturday, September 6.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,414,675 Young Eagles have flown.
October 2008
Project Update: Chuck Leucht's RV-9A project is highlighted.
Chapter Christmas Party Set: Reservations are made for the L.A. Café.
Chapter Elections Time Approaches: 2009 slate of candidates announced.
Boone County Airport News: Charles Westerfield completes Light Sport Pilot license requirements.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,422,125 Young Eagles have flown.
Aviation Humor: Murphy's Laws for Frequent Flyers, by Mike Foushee, Chapter 729 Newsletter Editor
October's Program: David Parker spoke about Indiana Aviation History.
November 2008
New Members: Bob Howard and Mark MacKenzie joined Chapter 1311 at the November meeting.
Chapter Elections Held: Chapter officers and directors for the 2009 year are announced.
Rick Princell Injured in Crash: Chapter member Rick Princell crashed an ultralight on Nov. 2 and was transported to Methodist Hospital.
Aviation on the Web: Story about an Arizona woman born with no arms who earns a Sport Pilot certificate.
What Does That Cost You?: Rod Steiger, EAA UL 30, writes about the true costs of flying.
Footnote: Dan Grunloh, EAA UL 30, adds his opinions on the true cost of flying.
Boone County Airport News: Vern Samuels passed his private pilot checkride the weekend of November 8.
Indianapolis International Airport News: The new $1.1 billion H. Weir Cook Terminal at Indianapolis International Airport is open.
EAA Young Eagles Update: By publication date more than 1,434,912 Young Eagles have flown.
Quote of the Month: From Real Life by Dr. Phil McGraw.
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From the Chapter President: Gus writes about cost hampering the process in general aviation,
Selling a Homebuilt Aircraft - 3 Ways to Reduce Your Risk: By Charlie Becker, EAA Director of Aviation Services
Columbus Airport News: Proposal for new control tower in development.
From the Chapter Secretary: Michael Mossman writes about a recent AOPA safety seminar.
March's meeting: Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter Treasurer Vern Sullenger, with 16 members and 1 guest in attendance. Treasurer's report: Balance is $1,683.48, of which $75 is the tool fund Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a report on the February meeting. President's Report: Chapter President Gus Gustafson is in Florida trying to sell their property. Young Eagles Report: Vern Sullenger reports that Young Eagles pilots get a credit for each youth flown, and the credits can be redeemed for sponsoring a kid to the EAA academy. Tool Scholarship Report: The second set of tools is now being accumulated. 50/50 Drawing: Dave Clark won $11.50. Program: Steve Lathrop's race car fabrication shop and Bearhawk project.
Boone County Airport News: Kevin Beach, who has a Cessna 310, joined the club in March. Wayne Deckard bought a Navion project in Georgia and brought it to the airport for a restoration.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the cost of fuel, Sun & Fun and airplane noise.
April's meeting: April 2, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by chapter President Dale Gustafson with 18 members and 3 guests in attendance. Treasurer's report: Not given. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a report on the March meeting meeting. President's Report: Gus Gustafson talks about recent aviation accidents in Florida. Tool Scholarship Report: 27 of the 57 required items are now acquired. 50/50 Drawing: Not held. Program: Steve Kopeschka showed his Little Wing Autogyro project.
Boone County Airport News: Vern Samuels bought Richard Dawes' Piper Cherokee 140/160. Rodney Davis bought a WW-II Stinson L-5 and brought to the field.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about moving their possessions from Florida to Indiana.
May's meeting: Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by chapter President Dale Gustafson, with 20 members and 3 guests in attendance. Treasurer's report: $1,697.22 plus $50 in meeting receipts to deposit. Tool fund is a negative $31.26 before 50/50 drawing. Secretary's report: Michael Mossman gave a report on the May meeting meeting. President's Report: Gus Gustafson says that he is now officially out of Florida. Vice President's Report: Doug Moncreiff missed the last meeting due to illness and is glad to be back. Young Eagles Report: Vern Sullenger reports that Young Eagles credits need to be used by August 30. General Business: Glen Matejcek says that he has a couple gallons of alodine available. Mike Laurenzano says that FAA is moving their operations to Plainfield. Ernie Winters reports that the Ford Tri-motor will be a Greencastle on June 13. Dave Clark talked about recent survey about gas influencing fly-ins; many pilots plan to skip the local events but will save up for Oshkosh. Tool Scholarship Report: 26 of the 57 required tools for a new set. Buy/Sell/Trade: Fred Baldwin is selling his Sonex kit. Mike Laurenzano is selling his RANS S-19 tail kit. 50/50 Drawing: Glen Matejcek won $23 and donated it toward the tool fund. Program: Paul Vogel opened up his shop and showed his Sonex project.
New Endorsements Required: Pilot flying out of the United States will be required to have an "English Language Proficient" endorsement on their certificate.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about Sheridan Airport, Shorty Graves and the price of fuel.
June's meeting: Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by chapter President Dale Gustafson, with 16 members and 1 guest in attendance. Treasurer's Report: $1,818.22, plus proceeds from 50/50 to deposit. Tool fund has $14.74 plus the 50/50 proceeds. Secretary's Report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the May meeting. President's Report: Gus Gustafson took issue with an article in General Aviation News about self-certification of medical status as a sport pilot. Young Eagles Report: Three pilots flew some Young Eagles on May 17. New Business: Mark Eminger announced the plans and procedures for the fly-out breakfast at Pam's Place. General Business: Dave Clark led a discussion about the proposal to change the name of Indianapolis International Airport back to Weir Cook. Buy/Sell/Trade: Glen Matejcek has 1,000 CO2 cylinders available for life jackets. 50/50 Drawing: David Stucker won $14 and donated his winnings to the tool fund. Program: Don Roberts, from EAA Chapter 67, spoke about his life and the conditions on the aircraft carrier "Essex."
Hitting The Fly-In Circuit: Coverage of the first chapter fly-out breakfast to Pam's Place.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about getting ready for Oshkosh and the price of fuel.
Hitting The Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman reports on Boone County Airport Association's fourth annual open house.
Sheridan Airport News: The Biddle family had reached an agreement to sell the airport.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about paint jobs seen at Oshkosh.
August's meeting: Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson with 24 members and 5 guests. Treasurer's Report: $1,777.22 in the bank, of which $41 is for the tool fund, plus another $74 to deposit. Secretary's Report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the July meeting. President's Report: Brief Oshkosh news, announcement about Indy Air Show and Marion's Fly-In/Cruise-in. New Business: Michael Mossman is looking for contributions for the newsletter. Gus's Trivia Question: What is a Grumman 40C? Answer: aircraft actually is the Boeing 40C. 50/50 Drawing: Kim Shumaker won $16.50. Program: Denny Smith's Magni Gyro aircraft and flight demonstration.
Grover RV Wins Bronze Lindy: Chuck LaBarreare's RV-8A won a Bronze Lindy at AirVenture.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about the EPA cracking down on washing airplanes.
Building Tip: Mark Eminger provides information about an on-line tube notching program.
Memories of Elwood: Story by Michael Mossman about the now-closed Elwood Airport
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about meeting programs, Noblesville's hog roast and his former neighbor in Florida.
October's meeting: Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson with 19 members and 5 guests. President's Remarks: Dale Gustafson: Dennis Crawley has resigned from the board. Coming events: Victory Days at Terre Haute, which will be WW-II re-enactments. Treasurer's Report: Vern Sullenger: $1,676.92 in checking account, tool box now paid. EAA hats for sale at $12. Secretary's Report: Michael Mossman read the minutes from the September meeting. Vice President's Report: Doug Moncreiff: Chapter Christmas Party LA Café Wednesday Dec 3-10. Tool Kit Report: Gary Reynolds showed the completed second tool kit at the meeting. Other Business: Mike Laurenzano reported that the FAA News is a magazine that is out on a monthly basis. 50/50: David Parker won $20 on 50/50. Safety Tip: John Broyles reported that dragging fuel nozzles across the grass could contaminate fuel. Program: David Parker reported on aviation history in Indiana.
Hitting The Fly-In Circuit: Michael Mossman reports on fly-ins at Winters Field, Lee Bottom Field and Noblesville.
From the Chapter President: Gus Gustafson writes about fall weather, his planned last year as chapter president and the new Indianapolis International terminal.
November's meeting: Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at Hendricks County Airport, chaired by Chapter President Dale Gustafson with 17 members and 4 guests. President's Remark The January meeting will have a board of directors meeting prior to the regular meeting. Next year will his fifth and last year as president. Treasurer's Report: Vern Sullenger reports that we have $1,658.32 in the account plus $89,25 for calendars and 50/50 proceeds Newsletter Report: Michael Mossman says that now that the fly-in season is over we will want to focus more on projects, building tips and ideas for the winter's newsletter stories. Upcoming programs: Skip Budny will be interested in finishing his Vietnam story with a program in January. Vice President's report: Doug Moncreiff is working on the landing gear and learning about sheet metal on his Hi-Max project. Election News: Michael Mossman read the results of the chapter election. Other Business: The chapter has a limited-supply of EAA calendars for sale at $10 each. 50/50: Kim Shumaker won half of the $41 pot. Safety Report: Mark Eminger reported on a recent trike incident at Pam's Place. EAA Work Party: Dave Clark will be forming an Oshkosh work party for February or March. Program: Russ and Evelyn Ryle spoke about the Ghost Airports of Indiana.
November's Program Russ and Evelyn Ryle spoke about the Ghost Airports of Indiana.