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Young Eagles Credits
By: Bill King - 3/12/2010 12:00:00 AM
Many of you have asked me about Young Eagles Credits and how we use them. Paul Quenzler told me that he received a letter indicating that as a chapter we have amassed 139 YE Credits for a total value of $695.00. By including that letter along with our scholarship winner, the credits will automatically be used. There is nothing the individual YE Pilot need do.
Max Bennett
By: Bill King - 1/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
Maxwell Bennett, of Amherst, an engineer and a lifelong flying enthusiast who helped create the Niagara Aerospace Museum, died Thursday in the home of a son in Prescott, Ariz., after a brief battle with lung cancer. He was 82.

Born in Buffalo, he was a graduate of Burgard Vocational High School, where he learned how to repair airplanes. He hoped to become a pilot when he joined the Army Air Forces in 1943, his son Paul said, but pilot training had been cut back, and he eventually was part of postwar occupational forces in Europe, guarding German prisoners of war in Munich.

Returning from service in 1948, he earned a degree in engineering from the University of Buffalo and joined Bell Aircraft, where he met many of his lifelong friends. He later became a sales representative for Kistler Instruments, selling engineering instruments.

When Kistler moved part of its operations to Seattle in the early 1970s, he founded his own company, Maxwell Bennett Associates. He retired in the mid- 1980s.

Mr. Bennett learned to fly after the war and pooled money with friends in the 1950s to buy a red Piper Cub, which they once flew to Havana. He flew to sales calls for Kistler and owned several small planes of his own. He built a rustic airstrip on his country property in Angelica.

A certified flight instructor, he donated time to the Aero Club of Buffalo, the Erie County Sheriff’s Aviation Unit, the Clarence Flying Club and Chapters 46 and 656 of the Experimental Aircraft Association. He also was active with the Boy Scouts and the Forest Owners Association.

In retirement, he worked with other aviation history buffs to launch the Niagara Aerospace Museum, now the Ira G. Ross Aerospace Museum, and served as its treasurer for many years. He continued to serve on its board of trustees.

His wife of 46 years, Ann McNulty Bennett, died in 2005.

Surviving are three sons, Paul, Daniel and Christopher.

A memorial service will be at 2 p. m. Jan. 23 in Dengler, Roberts, Perna Funeral Home, 8630 Transit Road, East Amherst.
Dayton Trip Information
By: Norm Isler - 1/13/2010 12:00:00 AM
What follows is the preliminary agenda. Some info is subject to change, but the main points should be pretty well solid.

Our plan is to leave Brockport about noon to one o'clock on Thursday, April 8. About an hour later, we will stop to pick up folks from your area at a place yet to be determined. A meal stop along the way, and we should get to our hotel about 10 or 11. No Super 8 for us. We will stay at The Homewood Suites, a Hilton property in Fairborn Oh. (About 5 minutes from the museum) All rooms are suites with a King bed and fold out couch.

Friday morning starts with an included hot breakfast buffet at the hotel, and then off to the museum. They have set up a "Special" tour just for our group of the Restoration Facility, followed by the Presidential Aircraft and Research Areas. About lunchtime, we get back to the museum and have the rest of the day to tour at everyone's own pace. Friday evening will likely have some sort of "windshield tour," perhaps past the Wright Bros. home, and then a dinner / banquet at a yet to be determined location. (This dinner / banquet is included in the cost of the trip.) After dinner, back to the hotel (Pool and fitness center are available) and a good night's sleep. Saturday starts off again with the breakfast buffet at the hotel, and then back to finish touring the museum. We'll load up the coach about 3:00 for the trip back. Again, we'll make a stop to eat, and get your folks back to Buffalo area about 10:00.

Right now, it looks like the cost for the three day, two night package will include the deluxe coach transportation, two nights at the Homewood Suites, two great buffet breakfasts and the Friday night dinner. Cost? Only $295 per person, based on double occupancy. A limited number of private rooms will be available for an additional charge.

For more information, or to make a reservation, call me at
716-949-4223

or send me an email at
bill@kane-king.com
Holiday Party still on!
By: Bill King - 12/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
Despite the impending bad weather, the holiday party will still go on as scheduled. If you have any questions, please call me.
Harrison Ford Names Sully and Skiles as New Young Eagles Co-Chairs
By: Brenda Anderson - 9/29/2009 12:00:00 AM
Harrison Ford names famed US Airways Flight 1549 pilots Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger and First Officer Jeffrey Skiles as successors to lead the EAA Young Eagles Program. Sully and Skiles, known for their expert handling of their airliner’s emergency landing in the Hudson River in January, today took the helm as co-chairmen of the EAA Young Eagles Program. In a news conference, EAA member pilot, and famed actor Harrison Ford officially passed the baton after having served for five years as the chairman of this program that uses aviation to inspire and educate youth. Harrison says that he will continue to stay closely involved in the program. Watch for more news at www.eaa.org.
Chuck Gallager
By: Paul Pedersen - 9/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
There will be a memorial service for Chuck Gallagher on Saturday, September 26th, at 11:00 AM, Maryvale Presbyterian Church, 425 Maryvale Drive in Cheektowaga, New York.

Any questions please call me at 716-687-1589.

Thank You
Paul Pedersen
Vintage Airplane Rides!
By: Paula Sciuk - 8/30/2009 12:00:00 AM
The Buffalo Society of Artists is selling $20.00 raffle tickets for a 1/2 hour vintage airplane flight on either an L-21 or C-45 provided by the 1941 HAG, Geneseo, NY.

For more information contact vintageflight@gmail.com or call 716-878-6635.
Back Issue of Sport Aviation
By: Bill King - 8/11/2009 12:00:00 AM
Does anyone have a copy of the April 2003 edition of Sport Aviation that they are will to give away? If you do, let me know.
Mesmer Airport is high and dry!
By: Bill King - 8/10/2009 12:00:00 AM
Bob Mesmer called me today and told me that anyone planning to fly in to the meeting on Wednesday doesn't need to worry about the condition of the field, the drainage is great! The field is dry.

See you there!
Jim is in Oshkosh!
By: Bill King - 7/21/2009 12:00:00 AM
Jim just called me from Oshkosh. He was able to get the same location as last year. Because of the increase in the number of sites, he staked out a 6 X 6 grid (instead of the 4 X 7 grid that we had last year). As a result, we are occupying from 38th street all the way down to 35th on Lindburg. The Kalonaros's and the Palesh's are in the same spot last year.

As far as the drive went, Jim says that it was pretty much a straight shot until he got north of Chicago. From there to Milwakee there were about 3 different construction areas to contend with. Right after the turn in Cleveland there was an opportunity to take an alternate route for trucks and busses, (there is another one north of Wakeegan for on route 94) Jim feels that the best bet is to stay on the major route (either 90 or 94) and don't take any alternates.

Average gas price was 2.39/gal. The price was the same in Ohio and Indiana. Be aware that there is radar in Indiana, the good news is that the speed limit there is 70.

I'll keep you updated with any more news I get from Jim.
Young Eagles Pilots Needed
By: Bill King - 7/17/2009 12:00:00 AM
Saturday July 18th we have about 30 Young Eagles to fly from the Lancaster Airport. If you are willing to be a pilot please call Paul Quenzler or Bill King.

Thanks for your help!
Roy and Paul OK
By: Bill King - 6/15/2009 12:00:00 AM
From what I understand, Roy and Paul Q were flying Roy's Starduster 2 and were forced down in a field. Both are OK.

As soon as I get more information, I will post it here.
Young Eagles Events!
By: Paul Quenzler - 4/22/2009 12:00:00 AM
This year, Chapter 46 has a goal to fly 100 Young Eagles on a single day. We are holding one more Young Eagles rally this year to accomplish this goal. Sign up now for your chance to participate.

For the September 26th date Click Here
Leroy Airport Runway Extension
By: Bill King - 1/13/2009 12:00:00 AM
Just got this link from Joanne Heckmann about what's happening at Leroy Airport.

Check it out
Jim Cavanaugh Sr.
By: Paul Pedersen - 12/14/2008 12:00:00 AM
Sad to report that Jim Cavanaugh Sr. passed away at 9:05 this morning.

He will be laid out at Harry A. Wedekindt Funeral Home, 280 Grover Cleveland Highway (Millersport Hwy.) at N. Bailey Ave.,on Tuesday evening from 7-9 and Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9. A memorial service will be Thursday morning at 10am at the funeral home.
REMINDER!!!!
By: Paul Pedersen - 11/22/2008 12:00:00 AM
Please send your paid reservations in for the Christmas Party scheduled for December 10th. I have to have a head count by December 1st.

Send to:
EAA 46
Pat Pedersen
240 Hamlin Ave.
East Aurora, NY 14052


716-687-1589

Thanks

Paul
For Sale
By: Al Pautler - 9/6/2008 12:00:00 AM
Aviation Intercom: 4 Station, Pilot Avionics PA 400 (New cost was %149, Selling price $75.00) Call Al at 634-8428.
Oshkosh 2008 news flash!
By: Bill King - 7/22/2008 12:00:00 AM
Jim Cavanaugh just called me with an update on our campsites. We are ALMOST in the same spot we were last year. Lindberg between 37th and 38th is where Jim staked out the sites.

As far as the traffic situation, Jim reported a bit of construction on the 90 just west of Erie PA where the traffic goes down to 1 lane for about 7 miles. In Ohio there are a couple of spots where some repair work is being done on the shoulders of the road, but that should pose no problem. The biggest issue is that north of Chicago, on Route 94 they are rebuilding the road all the way to the Wisconsin line. Jim got there at about 5 in the morning and had to slow down considerably, if you get there during rush hour, you are going to wait!

That's it for now, if you have any questions call me at 949-4223. See you there!

Bill King
J-3 Parts For Sale
By: Dick Pealer - 4/11/2008 12:00:00 AM
I have a number of parts for a J-3 available for sale. If you are interested in any of these items, you can reach me a lordick4@aol.com or call 285-6449.

The parts include:
  • 4 Elevators
  • 3 Horizontal Stabilizers
  • 1 Vertical Stabilizer
  • 1 Rudder
  • 1 Left Door BC-IZ-D

Everything is ready to cover except for the Vertical Stabilizer. The door has no glass but otherwise it is in great condition.

By: Niagara Vintage A/C Group
Maintenance at BQR
By: Thom Riddle - 1/8/2008 12:00:00 AM
I know that many of the Chap. 46 members use Ron Ciura and others for maintenance of their aircraft at BQR but would like to let the chapter know that John Chapman and I are now providing maintenance, repair and inspection services at BQR, as well. We are in the 1/2 hangar (X3) at the east end of the new hangar row facing south, just past hangar 47. We are not attempting to displace any other mechanic already working at BQR but rather but would like the chapter to know you can call on us if your regular mechanic is not available.

You can visit us on the web at http://riddletr.googlepages.com/a%26pmechanix

Thom Riddle
Power Plant Mechanic

John Chapman
A&P I/A
New Flight School Website
By: Bob Miller - 1/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
The link below will bring you to a new website that describes my latest flight training endeavor. It’s called Bob Miller Flight Training, Inc. (BMFT). It is located at the Lancaster Airport.

While working hard to keep flight training affordable, I am targeting this local flight training to serious primary flight students and pilots seeking advanced ratings who want to train on newer, glass cockpit equipment and who want to do more than meet the minimum legal training requirements. I am, of course, still training on privately owned aircraft as well.

I invite you to take a look at this site and, perhaps, recommend it to your friends and colleagues who may be interested in learning to fly. Please, also, mention it to your pilot friends who may be seeking advanced ratings.

Here’s the link:
http://overtheairwaves.com/bob_miller_flight__training.htm

Thanks for your interest and support.

Have a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

Bob
Attention Aircraft Renters and Flight Students
By: Bob Miller - 11/28/2007 12:00:00 AM
The Lancaster Airport (BQR) now has a 2005 Cessna 172 Garmin G1000 glass panel equipped aircraft available for rent and flight instruction. Also included in this aircraft is uplink weather, traffic alert, XM music, and leather seats. This is a “like new” aircraft. A second nearly identically equipped C-172 will be coming online at Lancaster next month. The rental rate is $89/hour (dry) or approximately $121/hour wet.

For further information, contact Bob Miller at 716-864-8100
Pilot lost in Pennsylvania RV-10 Downing
By: Aero-news - 11/3/2007 12:00:00 AM
Aero-News has gathered information regarding the Friday morning loss of a single-engine RV-10 homebuilt aircraft (file photo of type shown below) near Greenville Municipal Airport (4G1) in Pennsylvania, that claimed the life of the lone pilot onboard.

Read about it Here
The hangars are finished!
By: Bill King - 10/23/2007 12:00:00 AM
Amazingly enough, the new T-hangars at Lancaster Airport are finished. The Certificate of Occupancy has been granted and people are moving in. The lucky first tenant was our own Jim Cavanaugh who has gone from living in the Ghetto to being homeless to his new palatial residence!

Construction of the Maintenance Hangar is nearly complete with the electrical being one of the major systems to complete. Click Here to see a picture of Jim in his new home.

Also, Click Here to see a picture of Dave Bennett trying to power-wash a small bulldozer from the top of his airplane.

Thanks to Eric Wobshall for the pictures
Leading Edge #10: Fly It Again?
By: AVWeb - 10/22/2007 12:00:00 AM
We don't know how many people shoot multiple instrument approaches at an airport with bad weather, but we do know how many people die trying.

Read about it Here
5,000th Completed Vans Aircraft Damaged In Ground Collision With Car
By: Bill King - 10/16/2007 12:00:00 AM
A twisted plane, a bent Lincoln Continental and three people hospitalized. That is the aftermath of a Saturday ground collision involving a noteworthy RV-8 and a car on the runway of a Boerne, TX airpark.

The San Antonio Express-News reports the vehicle's driver, identified as a 33-year-old woman, was crossing the runway at Boerne Stage Field (5C1) when her car collided with the RV-8, which was preparing to take off.

Read more on Aero News
North East Builder's Forum
By: Steve Dwyer - 8/18/2007 12:00:00 AM
The EAA 486 Oswego Co Airport Fulton, New York is having it's annual Builders Forum on September 8, 2007. This year we will have not only RV's but many more experimental aircraft projects. Attached is our brochure describing the event. We expect this years forum to be bigger than the past with more hands on work shops, seminars and aircraft displays. As always we plan on early arrivals Friday afternoon with food available, all day seminar events on Saturday with an after dinner speaker followed with a Chapter pancake breakfast on Sunday morning. We will conclude the weekend with our traditional fly out Sunday morning to the Adirondacks to see the beginning of the fall foliage. Please feel free to contact me on (315) 675-9876 or E-mail me steve@cleanbrite.com for more details, schedule, lodging etc. Please let us know as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

Hope to see as many of you as possible.

Steve Dwyer Program Coordinator.
EAA Grassroots Action Required Now! Say No to User Fees!
By: Tom Poberezny - 8/10/2007 12:00:00 AM
"Urgent Action Needed" - Notification to All EAA Members

On August 7, 2007, EAA sent a mass e-mail to all EAA members (with e-mail addresses on file) enlisting their immediate help in urging U.S. Senators and Representatives to reject user fees for general aviation.

The user fee debates are approaching their climax. When Congressional leaders return from their summer break on September 7, final debate will begin in earnest. Versions of H.R. 2118 and S. 1300 will be addressed by them shortly after September 7, then forwarded to a joint committee to work out differences between the two bills. After the joint committee approves a joint bill, the proposed legislation will go to the White House for the President’s signature. This could occur within a two- to four-week period.

EAA is asking you, your friends, your neighbors, and airport partners to WRITE NOW.

Inform your elected congressional leaders you support House Bill 2881 (no user fees) and are strongly opposed to the user fee sections of Senate Bill 1300.

Sample letters - http://www.eaa.org/govt/sample_letters.html

Web link to August 7, 2007 mass e-mail - http://www.eaa.org/govt/070807_userfees.html

Web link to user fee page - www.eaa.org/userfees/

To stay abreast of the user fee issues, we urge all EAA members to sign up for the EAA weekly electronic newsletter: e-Hotline. Sign up today - https://secure.eaa.org/ehotline/subscribe.html

Questions? govt@eaa.org

When an illusion leads to dissolution
By: AOPA - 7/27/2007 12:00:00 AM
Most pilots associate spatial disorientation with a loss of control in instrument conditions. Unfortunately, pilots can fall prey to visual illusions and spatial disorientation in visual conditions as well.

Read More
News from Oshkosh!
By: Jim Cavanaugh - 7/17/2007 12:00:00 AM
(Jim Cavanaugh direct from Oshkosh).

The good news is that the road construction in and around the Chicago area is complete. We just SAILED thru Chicago. The route we took was Rt. 90 to Rt. 80. When you get to Gary Indiana, make sure you stay on Rt. 80/94. Once you are South of Chicago turn north onto Route 294 and go up the backside of Chicago. This is a new 10 lane highway and traffic moves quite fast. The only construction that we ran into was about one mile near Dunkirk, A small amount near Cleveland and another mile or so near South Bend. The worst construction that I'd encountered on the way was about the last 10 miles into Oshkosh. From just north of Fond-du-lac to Plainview was down to one lane.

Now for the bad news.

I was unable to get the same campsite that we've had for the past number of years. I was able to get something close. The address is between 35th and 36th and Lindburg. I've secured 28 campsites (4 rows by 7 deep). At least it's close!

If you are having trouble finding the area, you can always call me at (716) 228-4960
Bob Miller on Aero-News.net.
By: Bill King - 6/20/2007 12:00:00 AM
Aero-News Net, one of the leading online aviation news services, has invited our own Bob Miller to participate in a weekly podcast. Topics will mirror many of those published in each bi-weekly issue of Over the Airwaves (Bob's bi-weekly web magazine). As in all cases, the emphasis will be on flight safety and training.

These podcasts can be either listened to online or downloaded to an iPOD, PDA, or laptop for listening to while traveling.

Click on the following link and give it a try. This podcast is titled, "Stress vs. Performance." There should be a new podcast posted every Monday morning.

Click Here to listen
Trip to Oswego (KFZY)
By: Bill King - 6/6/2007 12:00:00 AM
Liz an I made a quick trip to Oswego airport for a bit to eat at the famed "Carolines Restaurant". When we got there the place was closed. Caroline has decided to do other things evidently.

The airport manager told us that they are hoping someone else reopens the restaurant.

We're sad to see it go, it was one of our favorite spots.
GPS Units still OK for IFR Approaches
By: Bill King - 6/4/2007 12:00:00 AM
This just in from the FAA: pilots may continue to use their IFR-approved GPS units for instrument approaches, at least for now.

Read the story on Aero News
Short takeoff and landing video
By: Bill King - 5/31/2007 12:00:00 AM
This video was sent to me by Dave Miller. This is what I call STOL!

Have a look
Vintage Aircraft to Compete for Best of the Best
By: Bill King - 5/31/2007 12:00:00 AM
Six of the world’s finest restored vintage aircraft will travel to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this summer to participate in the National Aviation Hall of Fame’s first “Best of the Best” People’s Choice Award competition. These aircraft will be showcased at EAA AirVenture, “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration,” on July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

For more information go to the WebSite
Murphy Air to Unveil Latest Plane at AirVenture 2007
By: Bill King - 5/30/2007 12:00:00 AM
The original concept design that served as the basis for the homebuilt Murphy Super Rebel and Moose highwing taildraggers, will soon have its own day in the sun. Attendees at this year's EAA AirVenture celebration in Oshkosh, WI will be among the first to see the new Murphy Yukon.

For More Information Read the Article on Aero-News
FAA policy change restricts many IFR GPS receivers
By: Bill King - 5/25/2007 12:00:00 AM
Those older IFR-certified GPS receivers (and some brand-new ones) that you've been relying on for years may now be unapproved for flying many instrument procedures, thanks to some recent FAA policy changes.

Read the full story Here
Warbirds in Review Expands at AirVenture
By: Bill King - 5/24/2007 12:00:00 AM
Warbirds in Review became part of the EAA AirVenture scene in 2003, bringing a close-up look at some of the most storied military aircraft to ever darken the skies. An instant classic, the program immediately expanded from one to two daily presentations, and this year the program has grown again; a total of 19 presentations are scheduled as Warbirds in Review enters its fifth year at Oshkosh.

Read the full story Here
Aeronca Pilot Enters Restricted Airspace Near KSC
By: Bill King - 5/23/2007 12:00:00 AM
The pilot of an Aerona Champ was intercepted after entering restricted airspace around Kennedy Space Center. I think the comical part of this story is that by the time the helicopter took off and picked up the plane's radar trail, it had exited the restricted airspace.

I knew those Aeronca's were fast!

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Airventure 2007 NOTAM
By: Bill King - 5/23/2007 12:00:00 AM
Hard to believe that it's only two months away. For anyone flying into Oshkosh this year, you can get a copy of the NOTAM HERE
Cessna's NGP Proof of Concept airplane
By: Bill King - 5/22/2007 12:00:00 AM
Here's a video I came across of Cessna's Next Generation Piston aircraft. It's Very Interesting!

Click Here
Chapter 44 looking for YE Pilots
By: Bill King - 5/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
I received a call today from Chapter 44. They are looking for pilots for this weekend's Wings event. They have about 200 Young Eagles that are looking for rides!

Please call me (716) 662-1083 if you are able to volunteer

Bill King
Looking for info on a Rotax 503
By: Bill King - 3/22/2007 12:00:00 AM
I had a call from someone looking for information on a Rotax 503. It seems that it was attached to a hovercraft that they are restoring and it is in need of repair. If anyone has any information (or questions about it) please call me at 662-1083

Thanks
Bill King
Rochester Wings 2007 Volunteer Request
By: Joe Hood - 3/10/2007 12:00:00 AM
This year’s Rochester Wings 2007 will be held at Landmark Aviation on May 4 and 5. Details are available on the web site at www.rochesterwings.com. In years past, we have had some difficulty with the volunteer help we have used to run the show. So this year we are asking area GA pilots to volunteer. As a representative of your flying club or organization, please contact your members and ask them to volunteer to help run the show. We need volunteers on Friday, May 4 from 10 am to 4 pm to man the information booth and we need volunteers on Saturday, May 5 from 7 am until 4 pm to man the information booth, the entrance and exit areas, the static displays, to help with the door prize distribution and possibly to help with the exhibitor booth area set up and tear down.

We need people to volunteer for a minimum of a 2 hour shift – more time is great but 2 hours is the minimum. Please have any interested parties contact me at jmhood@frontiernet.net or at 585-865-9092. We cannot run this show without your help. Any and all help will be appreciated.

Thanks,
Joe Hood
Wings 2007
Volunteer Coordinator
The Log
By: Paul Pedersen - 3/3/2007 12:00:00 AM
In order to keep the cost of the newsletter down, and as the postage rate is due to increase by 8%, if you received a copy of The Log by snail mail today, and you also received an electronic copy on the 25th, please let me know if we can remove your name from the snail mail. Only 17 people have opted out of the printed version so far. To remove your name from the snail mailing list, please send me an email, with OP OUT as the subject. Thank you.
EAA Says Air Tour Regulations May Hurt Young Eagles
By: EAA - 2/15/2007 12:00:00 AM
As promised, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) has conducted a thorough analysis of the many issues addressed in the FAA's new Air Tour Rule unveiled last Friday... and as feared, the news doesn't look good for such organizations as the EAA's own Young Eagles program.

Read about it Here
TIPH Guidance for Pilots
By: Bill King - 2/7/2007 12:00:00 AM
Because of the rise in TIPH (Taxi Into Position and Hold) events the FAA has reexamined existing procedures. A Safety Risk Management panel was convened and a study was conducted comprising analysis of risk and other factors.

You can read the document by clicking Here

You must have Adobe Acrobat installed in order to view this document.
User Fees and Tax Hikes in president's budget
By: Bill King - 2/6/2007 12:00:00 AM
The president's budget included not only user fees for ATC services but a nearly fourfold increase in fuel taxes. Read about AOPA's position on the FAA Funding Debate and see the AOPA web site and the EAA web site for more information

If you thought that private pilot numbers were declining before, wait until you see what this will do to them.
Early confirmations for Airventure 2007
By: Bill King - 2/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Many of the world’s best air show performers are among the early confirmations for the afternoon air shows at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration,” on July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport.

Among the early confirmations are yearly favorites such as Sean D. Tucker, Patty Wagstaff and the AeroShell Aerobatic Team; national aerobatic champions such as Kirby Chambliss and Debby Rihn-Harvey; second-generation air show standouts Kent Pietsch, Matt Younkin and Kyle Franklin; plus new acts or performers returning to Oshkosh after several years. Additional air show performers will be announced as they are confirmed.

Read More
Last Day For Ultralight Pilots Transitioning to LSA
By: Bill King - 1/31/2007 12:00:00 AM
Today is the last day for Ultralight Pilots to apply their time in ultralights or powered parachutes to a sport pilot license.

Read the article on AVweb
Happy Birthday EAA!
By: Bill King - 1/26/2007 12:00:00 AM
On January 26, 1953, three dozen people who enjoyed a keen interest in building their own airplanes met at Curtiss-Wright Field, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to discuss forming an organization to share their knowledge of and passion for aviation. Friday, January 26, marks the 54th anniversary of that first meeting of what would become your EAA.

More about EAA's early history and chronology can be found on the EAA website. Meanwhile, take a moment today to say, "Happy Birthday, EAA!"
ANN Names the S-LSA Kit Plane of the year.
By: Bill King - 1/24/2007 12:00:00 AM
I got this from Tom Zelie. Sonex took the honors from some truly outstanding aircraft. There's just no doubt about it, the Sonex is a sweet plane and is amazingly affordable.

Have a look
What's in an N-Number?
By: Bill King - 1/23/2007 12:00:00 AM
Did you ever wonder why the United States used N as the first character in the aircraft registration number? Well, I did and in looking into it I found no difinitive answer. I came across THIS PAGE which is by far the most informative page on the subject. If anyone has any additional information, drop me a line!
ANN Names the 2006 Experimental Plane of the Year
By: Bill King - 1/22/2007 12:00:00 AM
Aero-news Network, an Online Daily Aviation Aerospace news resource, names the 2006 planes of the year--Amateur Built/Experimental category.

Here they are
FAA Aviation News, Jan & Feb 2007
By: Bill King - 1/20/2007 12:00:00 AM
Some interesting articles in this months FAA Aviation News. Read it Here
Aerobatics
By: Bill King - 1/19/2007 12:00:00 AM
I got this link from Jim Uber. This is probably one of the best aviation videos that I've seen.

It runs for about six minutes so sit back and relax. Turn the sound up as well.

Watch the Video
FAA Preparing To Overturn "Known Icing" Interpretation?
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 1/17/2007 12:00:00 AM
Sources this week tell AVweb the FAA is preparing to overturn a much-ridiculed June 6, 2006, letter from the agency's eastern region that reinterpreted what constitutes "known icing conditions" by reverting back to guidance initially published in 2003.

Read the full story Here
Helicopter Saw
By: Jim Uber - 1/17/2007 12:00:00 AM
Whatever they pay this guy, it ain't enough

Check it out
Jet Man
By: Jim Uber - 1/11/2007 12:00:00 AM
Who says nothing cool ever happens in Switzerland? Take a look at this:

Click Here
Jamestown Priest Killed In Plane Crash
By: WGRZ News - 1/9/2007 12:00:00 AM
The Catholic Diocese confirms Rev. Msgr. Antoine Attea was killed when his plane went down around 9:45am Monday. The Chautauqua County Sheriff said he was the only one on board.

Read the full story
IFR Flying
By: Greg Barnhard - 1/6/2007 12:00:00 AM
I went flying today with Dan Maloney (IFR stuff). The winds were something like 250@20G29 when we left. Strong, but pretty much down the runway. We went to DKK to do some holds and VOR approaches. Then we went to JHW for the ILS, then over to BUF (reporting a 700 OVC) also for the ILS then back to 9G3. It took us about an hour to get to DKK (GPS indicated a GS of 55 knots the whole way). In the hold, while we were mulling things over (like which approach to shoot), we decided to bring the airspeed back to 60 KIAS. The resulting GS was 10 knots (I kid you not!). It was smooth above 3000MSL, but below it was very bumpy (sometimes requiring almost full control movement to keep the airplane upright). 99% of the flight was in actual IMC (and the turbulence). Our approach GS was regularly 35-45 knots!

Believe it or not, the landing at Akron was not bad at all (considering the winds were gusting up to about 30 knots).

Great lesson...a lot of hard work...boy am I tired!

Just thought I'd share

Greg
Would you fly in the backseat with You?
By: Bill King - 1/2/2007 12:00:00 AM
I came across the latest column by Rick Durden on AVweb. I always enjoy reading The Pilot's Lounge but this one is especially good.
Have a safe, happy new year.

Read the article Here
Sad News
By: Bill King - 1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
It is with tremendous sadness that I have to report the passing of Thomas Rozanski. Many of you know that Tom was undergoing treatment for cancer and recovering from an operation to remove his kidney. Tom had been convalescing at home since he was released from the hospital. He subsequently was moved to Hospice when it was discovered that he had developed lung cancer and the cancer had spread to other parts of his body as well. Chapter 46 extends its heartfelt condolences to Rosemary and the rest of the Rozanski family. Tom was a great friend to us all and will be sorely missed.

Click here for the details about Tom Rozanski's Listing

I will publish any additional information on Tom as I receive it.

Sincerely,
Bill King
The night before Christmas
By: Unknown - 12/30/2006 12:00:00 AM
Twas the night before Christmas, and out on the ramp,
Not an airplane was stirring, not even a Champ.
The aircraft were fastened to tiedowns with care,
In hopes that come morning, they all would be there.
The fuel trucks were nestled, all snug in their spots,
With gusts from two-forty at 39 knots.
I slumped at the fuel desk, now finally caught up,
And settled down comfortably, resting my butt.
When the radio lit up with noise and with chatter,
I turned up the scanner to see what was the matter.
A voice clearly heard over static and snow,
Called for clearance to land at the airport below.
He barked his transmission so lively and quick,
I'd have sworn that the call sign he used was "St. Nick".
I ran to the panel to turn up the lights,
The better to welcome this magical flight.
He called his position, no room for denial,
"St. Nicholas One, turnin' left onto final."
And what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a Rutan-built sleigh, with eight Rotax Reindeer!
With vectors to final, down the glideslope he came,
As he passed all fixes, he called them by name:
"Now Ringo! Now Tolga! Now Trini and Bacun!
On Comet! On Cupid!" What pills was he takin'?
While controllers were sittin', and scratchin' their head,
They phoned to my office, and I heard it with dread,
The message they left was both urgent and dour:
"When Santa pulls in, have him please call the tower."
He landed like silk, with the sled runners sparking,
Then I heard "Left at Charlie," and "Taxi to parking."
He slowed to a taxi, turned off of three-oh
And stopped on the ramp with a "Ho, ho-ho-ho..."
He stepped out of the sleigh, but before he could talk,
I ran out to meet him with my best set of chocks.
His red helmet and goggles were covered with frost
And his beard was all blackened from Reindeer exhaust.
His breath smelled like peppermint, gone slightly stale,
And he puffed on a pipe, but he didn't inhale.
His cheeks were all rosy and jiggled like jelly,
His boots were as black as a cropduster's belly.
He was chubby and plump, in his suit of bright red,
And he asked me to "fill it, with hundred low-lead."
He came dashing in from the snow-covered pump,
I knew he was anxious for drainin' the sump.
I spoke not a word, but went straight to my work,
And I filled up the sleigh, but I spilled like a jerk.
He came out of the restroom, and sighed in relief,
Then he picked up a phone for a Flight Service brief.
And I thought as he silently scribed in his log,
These reindeer could land in an eighth-mile fog.
He completed his pre-flight, from the front to the rear,
Then he put on his headset, and I heard him yell, "Clear!"
And laying a finger on his push-to-talk,
He called up the tower for clearance and squawk.
"Take taxiway Charlie, the southbound direction,
Turn right three-two-zero at pilot's discretion"
He sped down the runway, the best of the best,
"Your traffic's a Grumman, inbound from the west."
Then I heard him proclaim, as he climbed through the night,
"Merry Christmas to all! I have traffic in sight."
Embry Riddle flight department devastated by tornado
By: Bill King - 12/29/2006 12:00:00 AM
While most EAA members were celebrating the Christmas holiday on Monday, the staff at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla., was dealing with the aftermath of a tornado that ripped through the campus that day. More than 50 ERAU aircraft were destroyed or damaged by the tornado, while nine campus buildings were also hit. The damage caused university officials to delay the start of classes for one week following the holiday recess, with the spring semester now starting on Jan. 16.

EAA immediately offered assistance to Embry Riddle in the aftermath of the storm, and the university has asked EAA for possible assistance from its members. The university is now looking to leaseback, or rent by the flight hour, several late-model Cessna 172s (180-horsepower G 1000 or conventional equipped aircraft) to replace those lost in the Dec. 25 tornado. The leases/or hourly rentals would last up to four months. The aircraft will be maintained to Embry Riddle exacting maintenance standards and returned to the owner/operator with either a fresh 100-hour or annual inspection.

If you can assist, please send an e-mail to Frank Ayers, Chairman of the Flight Department or Jack Haun, Director of Maintenance to discuss lease/rental terms. Please provide the N-number of the aircraft and a general description.

For more information, visit www.eaa.org
USUA Publishes Guide For Transitioning To Sport Pilot
By: Bill King - 12/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
The US Ultralight Association (USUS) says it's been receiving lots of phone calls and e-mails from people asking for clarification on the FAA's sport pilot transition rules. Those wishing to avail themselves of the opportunity must hurry because the rules allowing transition are set to expire at the end of next month.

Read about it on Aero-News.Net
Safer Skies - Weather for Pilots
By: Bill King - 12/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
The FAA Safety Team has another event for us called "Safer Skies - Weather for Pilots". It is being held at the Maryvale Middle school which is near the Buffalo Airport.

The event has been placed on the calendar.

Check it out
FL Judge say no to Homebuilding
By: Bill King - 12/19/2006 12:00:00 AM
FL Judge Upholds Rule Against Building Planes At Home. Also says that aircraft must be garaged. Read this rest of this disturbing story Here
Young Eagles get a boost!
By: Bill King - 12/12/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA's Young Eagles Get A $15,000 Boost From 'One Six Right' Filmmaker. Perhaps no other film has done more to promote the cause of general aviation as the acclaimed documentary "One Six Right" -- and certainly, no other aviation-related film in recent memory has received as much praise from the flying community.

Read the story Here
Joesph DiModica and his Minimax
By: Bill King - 12/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
Joe has downloaded a short video of his ultralight Minimax on Youtube.com. A link is included here if you are interested. Video was taken by fellow EAA member Bruce Jones .

Joe is thinking of building a metal aircraft and wondering if any members have any books or videos of metal construction techniques that he may borrow.

Link to video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-4eYTkyvIo
Young Eagles Postponed until the 16th
By: Bill King - 12/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
High winds have kept the planes grounded for a second time this year. Scout Troup 230 was scheduled to take flight this morning at 10:00 but winds gusting to 30 kts have prevented any hope of that taking place. The rain date for the event is December 16th
Unapproved Parts Notification
By: FAASafety.gov - 12/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
Notice Number: NOTC0709
Reciprocating Aircraft Engine Crankcases
Information received during a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) suspected unapproved parts investigation revealed that between November 2003 and March 2006, Crankcase Services USA, Ltd. (Crankcase), located at 2133-2 North Sheridan Rd., Tulsa, OK74115, improperly maintained and approved for return to service reciprocating engine crankcases.

For a complete copy of this Notice follow this link: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2006/Dec/UPN_2006-00136.pdf

This notice originated from the FAA Oklahoma City FSDO, 1300 S. Meridian, Suite 601, Oklahoma City, OK 73108; telephone (405) 951-4200, fax (405) 951-4282; and was published through the FAA Suspected Unapproved Parts Program Office, AVS-20, telephone (703) 668-3720, fax (703) 481-3002.
Wake Turbulence Overview
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 11/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
In this eight-minute workshop, Bob Nardiello will explain the causes of wake turbulence and the characteristics of the vortices that are generated. He will also describe the areas where we are most likely to encounter wake turbulence and the risks it poses to pilots. Finally, he will provide tips for dealing with an inadvertent encounter

Go There! Note: You need flash installed to view this workshop.
Mooney 201 Partnership
By: Ron Ciura - 11/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
Mooney 201 Partnership available for a local 1987 M20J. This Mooney is IFR equiped and in very good overall condition. This airplane is ideal for cross country. One or two partners would equally share fixed costs, (hangar, insurance, repairs) but contribute individually for hrs used. The cost would be $40-60K each. I have looked around for something better at this price and it is difficult to locate. If you are interested or know someone who would like to share this airplane at KIAG or another local airport, please call in the evenings. Dave, 837-8311.
Fuel And The IFR Pilot
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 11/20/2006 12:00:00 AM
A pilot in IMC runs out of options as the fuel needles bounce on empty. When flying IFR, there's never such a thing as too much fuel on board.
Full Story »
Lancaster Airport Construction
By: Bill King - 11/15/2006 12:00:00 AM
If you've been to Lancaster Airport this week, I'm sure you've noticed that construction has started for the new hangar north of the two new(er) hangars. This is going to be a building housing 25 T hangars so it'll be big! As of yesterday crews have removed most of the huge mound of dirt from the spot and I understand that they are going to try and get the area paved this year.

I'll keep you posted.
Quiz Time
By: Bill King - 11/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
OK, We haven't had a quiz for a while. This one's on what it takes to get your instrument rating.

Take me to the quiz!
Patty Wagstaff video
By: Bill King - 11/13/2006 12:00:00 AM
Patty Wagstaff taking about aerobatics. What could be better than that?

Check it out
Election Results
By: Bill King - 11/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
After all of the counting, recounting, dangling-chad ignoring, miscounting and counting again, the election results are as follows:

  • Bill King President
  • Paul Pedersen Vice President
  • Pat Pedersen Treasurer
  • Liz King Secretary

In addition Paul Quenzler is the new Young Eagles Coordinator

Congratulations!
AOPA/Sportys Safety Quiz
By: Bill King - 11/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
Kind of a slow news day. I think there was an election yesterday or something. Anyway, let's see what you know about the AFD. I use mine frequently and I only scored 7 out of 10 on this quiz.

Click here if you think you can do better than that!

Don't forget to register to win the scanner when you're finished
Calling All Pilots!
By: Bill King YEC - 11/5/2006 12:00:00 AM
I am arranging another Young Eagles event with a local Boy Scout troup. The event will take place on December 9th with a rain (or snow) date of December 16th. I think there will be about 10 scouts participating.

I am looking for 3 or 4 pilots to assist in flying this group. Remember that since it is a Scout Troup, only certificated airplanes can be used (no experimental). In addition, the pilot must have logged 250 hours of flight time.

Please email me at bill.king@eaa46.org if you can help out. I am also looking for people to assist with ground support. If you can help with that I would like to hear from you.

Thanks to Kevin D'Angelo for getting this ball rolling!
Don't Fall for Fog
By: Bill King - 11/3/2006 12:00:00 AM
Fall is a great time to fly, but don't get caught by morning fog or low in-flight visibility and ceilings. The AOPA Air Safety Foundation has created a free online course, Weather Wise: Ceiling and Visibility, that will give you tools to cope with two of the most challenging weather phenomena known to pilots. Many pilots don't realize that low ceilings and restricted visibilities are aviation's most deadly killers. With a little knowledge, you can minimize the risk these conditions pose.
Updated Web Statistics
By: Bill King - 10/31/2006 12:00:00 AM
I haven't done this for a while. The numbers show a dramtic increase beginning in July. It's nice to see that more and more people are coming to the site. Thanks everyone.

Jan 06 Feb 06 Mar 06 Apr 06 May 06 Jun 06 Jul 06 Aug 06 Sep 06 Oct 06
Total Hits 21592 20422 20108 22788 17745 29390 35193 45240 36539 41934
Total Files 13929 13924 11885 13394 11685 17035 25203 30992 23192 29698
Total Pages 4011 3193 3045 3468 3190 4654 4374 5154 4295 4604
Total Visits 1040 945 1063 1056 1119 1276 1277 1468 1334 1415
Total KBytes 238061 210441 250327 221821 185558 307322 740673 666796 538128 864316
Total Unique Sites 649 707 754 766 751 820 797 1014 761 840


Back in January we were averaging about 33 people per day on the site. In August we peaked at 47 per day! Currently we average about 45 people per day.

The Total hits number represents the total number of requests that were made. Since there can be many requests made to put just one page together (I.E. each image used on a page takes 1 request), this number is not that useful in determining the number of individuals coming to the site. The total visits number represents the total number of times a person came to the site and activity (in the form of hits) was detected within a 1/2 hour period.
FAASTeam courses on Icing
By: Bill King - 10/27/2006 12:00:00 AM
It's getting to be that time of year, heck, it IS that time of year, icing season. What do you know about it? Perhaps more importantly, what don't you know? The FAASTeam has developed a couple of online courses to help you with that. The first one is called A Pilot's Guide to Ground Icing. and has been updated for all pilots - from general aviation to professional business, corporate and freight pilots, and even to the largest transport pilot. The layered presentation allows users to access information relevant to their particular operation.

The second course is called A Pilot's Guide to In-Flight Icing. This free course is primarily intended for the general aviation pilot who flies aircraft certified for flight in icing, although much of the information is applicable to all pilots. With an operational focus, this course provides tools pilots can use to deal with in-flight icing.

You can find both of these excellent courses at http://aircrafticing.grc.nasa.gov/courses.html
Aluminum Overcast Gear Problem
By: Bill King - 10/26/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast had a problem with the left main gear yesterday morning. The plane was returning to Ellington Field when the left gear would not extend. Read about it on Aero-News.Net
F4U Fighter Training Flick
By: Paul Pedersen - 10/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
This is a Navy training film for the F4U Corsair. Have a look, you'll love it!

Click Here
NC8600 - It Lives!
By: Jim Uber - 10/23/2006 12:00:00 AM
A successful runup of the newly overhauled Kinner R-55 in our Fleet was conducted Saturday, Oct 21, under "threatening" skies. True to form, the beast was cantankerous on the first start, requiring 26 "pulls" to finally get it running smoothly. Jim Birke got plenty of exercise, and Max's apron has a very large mudhole where he was pulling it through.We ran it ~ 0.1 hr (tach time), securing early out of concern for proper break-in procedure. After the normal "poppin-"n-carryin on", the old girl settled into it's normal, uneven rumble, covering part of the airframe with assembly oil. On a subsequent restart, Yours-truly took a tumble in the mud trying to pull it through. Even after such a short run, the compression was impressive. We put some preservative in the oil, and will shortly "cork-it-off" for the winter. I have some refinishing to do on the cabane struts, before I consider re-attaching the wings. Space in the hangar is at a premium, and in order to do that, Max's "all-terrain" RV would have to go outside again. As it is I'll have to do some cleaning on it. Even on the "high ground" it was sunk to the wheel pants, and we needed a crew (and his tug) to get it back in the hangar.

All for now

Jim Uber
Rocket Racing Cool!
By: Bill King - 10/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
Called the 21st century's newest and greatest sport, racing rocket-powered aircraft. Check out the Rocket Racing League
Photos by Jim Uber
By: Bill King - 10/19/2006 12:00:00 AM
Chapter 46 certainly has its share of photographers, Jim Cavanaugh being probably the most prolific. He's the only guy I know that can take 300 pictures before most people get the lens cap off. I just found out that another Chap 46 Jim named Uber also has quite a nice collection of pics. I came across them on www.airport-data.com

Nice job Jim, Keep 'em coming!
$2 Million pledged for Fifi
By: Bill King - 10/16/2006 12:00:00 AM
Jim Uber brought this to my attention. Texas inventor and industrialist Joe Jamieson has pledged $2 million toward a $3 million project to install more reliable engines in Fifi. The complete article can be found on the AVweb website.

Thanks Jim!
Cessna LSA makes first flight
By: Bill King - 10/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
On Friday the 13th Cessna flew its LSA for the first time. Read the full story Here
ABC News poll
By: Paul Pedersen - 10/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
ABC is running a "Poll" about the New York VFR Corridor. They are asking anybody who wants to vote to let them know if they think the VFR Corridor should be closed.

By its very nature, this type of poll will be skewed!

Please help change the poll if you feel strongly about it.

Get out and vote at: http://abcnews.go.com/US/popup?id=2557941

Thanks.
Scrap Plexiglass anyone?
By: Bill King - 10/12/2006 12:00:00 AM
Chapter 46 member Joanne Heckmann sent me an email last night. It seems that Dan Baier at Leroy Airport is building an RV-7A. He is at the point of hanging the engine. He's completed the work on the canopy plexiglass and has saved some scrap pieces for anyone who would like to practice cutting or drilling plexiglass. I have not tried it yet, but I hear it is one of the more "nerve wracking" parts of building the RV.

Hmmm... who knows, I may be interested in a few of those pieces myself!

Thanks for the information Joanne!
Flying into AirVenture
By: Bill King - 10/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
I just read Rick Durden's latest column on this year's AirVenture. It's a sobering read to say the least. I personally do not know of any pilots like the ones he writes about, however, I think that every pilot should read this article simply to be aware of what Rick describes as a growing problem. Read the article and let me know what you think.
Solar Flares and GPS Signals
By: Bill King - 10/3/2006 12:00:00 AM
Newswise — Strong solar flares cause Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers to fail, Cornell researchers have discovered. Because solar flares -- larger-than-normal radiation "burps" by the sun -- are generally unpredictable, such failures could be devastating for "safety-of-life" GPS operations -- such as navigating passenger jets, stabilizing floating oil rigs and locating mobile phone distress calls.

Read the full article HERE
YAPS (Yet Another Pilot Story)
By: Bill King - 9/29/2006 12:00:00 AM
In my never ending attempt to help all of the insomniacs of the world, I've written another story. This one is about the flight Liz and I made on our anniversary so there's plenty of mush in it. You've been warned!

This flight was also the reason I missed Ron's first A and P class.

Priorities, Priorities...

If you've read the above warning and still want to read the story, check out Pilot Stories
Oshkosh?
By: Bill King - 9/25/2006 12:00:00 AM
Who's thinking about Oshkosh? Well, I am. I finally got the slideshow done and posted. I've also changed the Oshkosh 2006 page for posterity. It was a great year even though I was only there for 1 day!

Have a look
Why We Fly
By: Bill King - 9/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
I came across this photo documentary made by two brothers of their trip from California to Oshkosh and back. It's called "Why We Fly" and you can show it to your non-flying friends to give them an idea of why we do what we do. Will it help? Will it get them in an airplane? Perhaps not, but the pictures are spectacular!

Here it is : Why We Fly
Flyboys Update
By: Bill King - 9/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
The Flyboys night out is on! We will be going to the Regal Transit Center at 6707 Transit Road in Williamsville NY. The show time is 6:50 so we will plan to be there at about 6:30. After the movie, if you are interested, we will be going to Don Pablos for a late dinner.

This is the list of people that I know are interested. If you are not on this list, please get in touch with me (Bill King at 662-1083) or Jim Cavanaugh (838-8018) ASAP

Jim Cavanaugh
Jim Cavanaugh Sr.
Joanne Cavanaugh
Joanne Heckmann
Jim Uber
Bill King
Liz King
Tom King
Irv Lennert
Jackie Fletch
Mike Pirowskin
Christopher Koch
Bob Morford (2 Tickets)

I have purchased the tickets and have them in hand. There is still time to sign up, however and you can do so by calling the above phone numbers ASAP. If you're name is on the list, you are all set so just show up. If you are not on the list, call me as soon as possible. We will meet in the lobby of the theater at 6:30 for the 6:50 showing.

I will post any information here as I get it.

Someone named Bob (sorry, I didn't get the last name) called me last night and said that they needed two tickets. I HAVE PURCHASED them so see me when you get to the theater.

This is NOT an IMAX showing so the price is 8.75 each. If you could bring the cash to the theater it would help me tremendously! Exact change is even better!

Visit the official Flyboys website

Still trying to decided? Watch the trailer
As the Beacon Turns
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 9/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
Michael Maya Charles talks about the NOTAM System. Why it's broke and what to do about it. Good stuff, I wish I knew people "deep within the bowls (I think he meant bowels) of 800 Independence Avenue" so I could forward his article.

Read the article

I'd be interested in what you think about NOTAMS. I find that I have a lot of the same issues as the author. I always get them from DUATS but usually find myself skimming through them since I know the briefer will undoubtably look through them FOR me.

Perhaps that's not the ideal situation.
Chapter 46 Pictorial Directory
By: Bill King - 9/19/2006 12:00:00 AM
For the past few years that I’ve been coming to the EAA Chapter 46 meetings, I’ve met a lot of people. Let’s face it, Chapter 46 has a lot of members! I’ve learned a lot of new names and I’m sorry to say that I’ve forgotten a lot of new names as well. I’m getting old, what can I say?

As I was lamenting my particularly poor recollection ability the thought occurred to me that other chapter members might share the same misfortune. If only we had a pictorial directory!

Now we get to the heart of the matter and the reason I’m writing this article. I would like to construct such a directory on the website. It would be available only to members in the members-only section (coming soon, not here yet) and, to be useful, should include MANY MANY members.

Therefore I would like to have EVERYONE send me a picture of themselves for inclusion in the directory. I understand that I won’t get EVERYONE but if I get ANYONE it’ll be a start.

If you want to email me with the picture attached send it to: bill.king@eaa46.org

Be sure to include the complete spelling of your name as you would like it to appear in the directory. I’ll take care of the rest.
Google Earth with Sectional Data
By: Bill King - 9/16/2006 12:00:00 AM
Do you have Google Earth? I've found it to be an invaluable tool when I am preparing for a flight. Now, if you have the latest version of Google Earth (version 4, I think) you can overlay sectional data right on the surface of the globe! AMAZING!

You can also have all of the Class C and B airspace as well as the restricted and prohibited areas 3D modelled. What a fantastic visualization aid.

Read all about how to set it up Here
Flyboys Night Out
By: Bill King - 9/15/2006 12:00:00 AM
Several pilot groups across the country are planning special "Flyboys Night Out" events to celebrate the wide release of Flyboys, which opens at theaters nationwide on Friday, September 22. The movie, which premiered at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006, depicts the story of the Lafayette Escadrille, an American air squadron that fought for France before the United States entered the war against Germany. It's also the first WWI movie to come out of Hollywood in forty years.

We are trying to figure out if there is enough interest within the ranks of Chapter 46 to have our own special "night-out".

Perhaps we could go and see the movie, and then have dinner at one of the restaurants near the theater. We were considering the Regal cinemas on Transit Road in WIlliamville but we would like to get an idea of how many people are interested and where they are coming from before we commit to any theater.

Please respond with comments, interest or ideas to Bill King SOON!
Paul Poberezny turns 85
By: Bill King (from EAA) - 9/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA Founder and WWII pilot Paul Poberezny turns 85 today. He is one of the most decorated men in the international aviation community. Read more on aero-news.net

Happy Birthday Paul!
Pictures of SRB recovery
By: Bill King - 9/13/2006 12:00:00 AM
Ron Ciura sent me some interesting pictures of the STS-115 launch along with recovery of the Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB) from the Atlantic Ocean. For those that aren't familiar, The SRBs are retrieved by the boats and towed in for refurbishment. Moog, in East Aurora, refurbs the SRB actuators which are located in the aft skirt. A nice salt water bath!

View the pictures HERE. Be advised that this is a LARGE FILE!
Flight to Smith's Field
By: Bill King - 9/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
Liz and I flew to Smith's Field in Cambria for the Last Fly-in of the Summer. It was fabulous! I've added the complete adventure, including pictures, to the Pilot Stories section.
Shares Available in LSA
By: Bill King - 9/6/2006 12:00:00 AM
Thom Riddle informed me that there are currently 2 shares (of 5) available in the 2003 Fantasy Allegro 2000 hangared at Lancaster. This is an opportunity to get in on some fairly inexpensive flying!

Read all about it Here
New Section! Pilot Stories
By: Bill King - 9/4/2006 12:00:00 AM
I've added another selection to the Left Navigation Menu on the main page. Pilot Stories! This is where I will put all pilot stories submitted by Chapter 46 members. Get your story written up and emailed to me today. If you have any pictures, be sure to include them.
Special Event on Saturday!
By: Bill King - 8/31/2006 12:00:00 AM
Ken Sciog, T-6 Texan builder extrodinaire, will be bringing some of the wing skins from his bird to the informal get-together on Saturday. His goal is to get them dimpled. I will be bringing the C-Frame dimpler and the "Main Squeeze". Come along for the fun and find out exactly what a DEAD BLOW is!
Young Eagles Update
By: Bill King - 8/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
Several of the Young Eagles scheduled to get rides during our June 10th Young Eagles Event with Bob Kuebler and Youth With A Purpose have had their rides. Here's an update:
NameDatePilot
Shane Welsh08-21-2006Bill King
Hector Tirado08-21-2006Bill King
Valentina Tirado08-21-2006Bill King
Sandra Popielarz08-16-2006Bill King
Erik Popielarz08-16-2006Bill King
Andrew Isula08-12-2006Bill King
Deliany Santos07-08-2006Mary Mattocks
Jeremy Miranda07-08-2006Bill King
Darvona Colston07-08-2006Bill King
Tatyana Walker07-08-2006Bill King
Shawn Lighten07-06-2006Kevin DAngelo
Dupray Nelms07-06-2006Kevin DAngelo

Congratulations to all the Young Eagles!!!
Switch to Google Maps
By: Bill King - 8/18/2006 12:00:00 AM
Whenever you press the "Driving?" button on an event or meeting, I was linking to MapQuest to provide location information.Well, MapQuest was missing on too many addresses so I changed it to Google Maps. Check it out sometime.
Phraseology
By: Bill King - 8/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
When I was taking flying lessons, my instructor Greg Zagon continually stressed the importance of radio communication and using correct phraseology. Then he would make me do all of the radio calls despite the fact that I really was bad at it (initially). It seemed to me that no matter how much I went over what I was going to say in my head, as soon as I pressed the PTT, my mind would go blank. It was like the button was a flush lever for my brain. Press it and BINGO, no more thoughts. NOTHING… head empty.

It got better the more I did it (as Greg undoubtedly knew) and now I can communicate in a more-or-less fluent manner when I am PIC (that’s my opinion, the controllers I talk to my have a different one).

Your ability to communicate effectively on the radio is a safety of flight issue. I’m sure you’ll agree that a PIC with an empty head, for whatever reason, is a bad thing. If your radio work is limited to calling downwind, base and final at the airport, what will happen when there is an emergency and you MUST talk? Empty head? I hope not.

This month’s column from Avweb’s Don Brown is on Common Phraseology. It is, as all columns from Don Brown are, a good read and will further your understanding of this important topic.

Click here to read this excellent column.

Hope to see you tonight at the safety seminar at Niagara Falls!
FAASTeam Representatives
By: Bill King - 8/15/2006 12:00:00 AM
Join the new FAA Safety Team as a Representative and become a creative part of reshaping aviation safety. If you are interested in making a positive impact on the future of aviation safety, join us as this exciting new postive program is implemented. E-mail Al Schnur at albert.schnur@faa.gov.

Safety is a learned behavior...Learn to be safer at the Learning Center found on FAASafety.gov
Pilot Stories - Chautauqua Institute
By: Bill King - 8/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
I have never been to the Chautauqua Institute but I had heard plenty about it. Liz’s dad did some work for the institute and Liz had spent a considerable about of time there when she was younger. She had always wanted me to go, and every year Liz would check out the calendar of events and come and tell me that “this will be the year” and I would say, “Sure, right after I’m done doing (fill in the blank)”.

A couple of days ago Liz was talking to a friend of hers who informed her that Sunday there is no charge to get into the institute. That provided the impetus and we decided to just go. I checked the sectional and the closest airport was Dart Field right at the end of the lake. I suggested to Liz that we fly down and walk the 6 miles to Chautauqua Institute which, of course, meant another 6 mile walk back.

I should mention at this point that Liz and I are walkers. Our average walk is about 4 miles and we try to do that every day. It doesn’t always work out but the thought of a 12 mile walk is not out of the question.

So I planned the flight and got out the backpack and Liz got the water bottles. A call to Flight Service confirmed no stadium TFR (although the FSS specialist bemoaned the fact that the “Bills lost yesterday!”), the weather was perfect and we launched at around 3:00PM. The plan was for me to fly down and Liz would fly back.

Buffalo was using runway 23 so departing Lancaster to the south west would be much easier. I called approach on the ground as I usually do and sure enough, “Squawk 0434 and call me in the air, straight out departure approved”.

It’s always nice flying along the lakeshore. The few convective bumps that we encountered flying over West Seneca and South Buffalo disappeared and flying becomes a hands off, check for traffic, check the gauges, scan for sunbathers sort of thing. We flew at 2500 feet on the way down and the view was quite nice. Sailboats predominated the nautical scene with the zigzag of sea-doos closer in to shore. The beaches were full as everyone was doing what they could to enjoy this perfect day. They were all still earth dwellers! Liz and I were soaring high above them unbounded by the constraints of 2 dimensional travel. We were scoffing at their seemingly ant-like existence.

Approach dropped us a couple of miles past Dunkirk and I tuned in Dart CTAF. We heard quite a lot of glider traffic and Liz reminded me that they have the right-of-way. (yes, I know they do). We entered crosswind for 31 with a couple of gliders right above us. The gliders land on a different runway but I kept a watchful eye out none the less.

After landing we stopped by the restaurant on the field at Dart for a bite to eat before our walk. As I was deciding what to have a guy at the counter suggested the hamburger. He said you can’t go wrong with the hamburger and besides, you flew in for a $100 hamburger, didn’t you?

His name was Tom and when we told him of our plan to walk to the institute he offered a ride. We would still have to walk back but 6 miles walking is better that 12 so we took him up on his offer. Tom is from Erie PA and had just joined the glider club. He was one of the pilots we heard when we were approaching Dart. He told us he flew for Jet Blue and before that was a wingman for the Red Barons aerobatic team!

Chautauqua was as nice as Liz made it out to be. It’s a community that was primarily built in the late 1800’s. If you’ve never been there make it a point to go sometime. Like I said, Sundays are free admission and although you will probably not find the big name entertainment (Bill Cosby frequently performs here as well as other just as notable personages) you’ll undoubtedly find something. We walked over to the amphitheater and there was a 12 piece band playing music from the 40s and 50s. Very Nice!

We weren’t quite as fortunate on the way back. NO RIDE!

Oh well, the walk was very nice. The road follows the lake shore for the most part and we became earth dwellers. We saw a few planes overhead and wondered if they were scoffing at our terra-based existence. If only we had a big sign that said “We are pilots”. That’s the way it goes, sometimes you’re an eagle, and sometimes you’re an ant!

After the 1 hour and 45 minute walk, we got back in the plane. This time the left seat was Liz’s. She elected to stay at 3000 feet on the way back and she flew inland from the lakeshore about 5 miles. We actually saw our “pencil eraser” water tower from about 30-40 miles out! This was pilotage at its easiest.

There is no better hobby than flying. We still can’t believe how fortunate we are to be able to do this. The benefits far outweigh the (rising) costs.
ASOS and AWOS online
By: Bill King - 8/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
I just came across a website where you can access weather data from FAA-commissioned ASOS and AWOS sites. The site also provides ASOS and AWOS frequency information as well as local phone numbers to call to obtain the automated weather information.

Have a look
Flying to Canada?
By: Bill King - 8/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
One thing about flying an airplane is that you get to go (more or less) in a straight line.Canada's regions and territories If you plot a straight line from KBQR to KOSH as I did when planning my flight to Oshkosh, it goes across the top of Lake Erie through Canadian airspace. Although weather kept me from flying, I thought I would share some information I found on the AOPA website about flying in Canada.

I'm sure many of you know the rules and some of you probably fly there regularly, But it never hurts to brush up on the regs!

Read AOPA's Quick Flight Briefing for a quick refresher.
Updated Airport Watch program
By: Bill King - 8/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
AOPA and the TSA have updated the airport watch program providing tips on keeping aircraft and airports secure.

According to AOPA president Phil Boyer "Airport Watch works. We know it. The TSA knows it. Now we've completely updated the program, incorporating all we've learned since it started nearly four years ago."

AOPA's Airport Watch calls on pilots, aircraft owners, business owners and others who regularly visit their local airport, to be the eyes and ears needed to keep the area secure. The program encourages pilots to lock their planes and hangars after each use, and ask others to do the same.

For more information www.aopa.org/airportwatch
CAF B-29 Fifi Needs $3 Million Engine Job
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 8/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
A "national treasure" has been grounded indefinitely and it'll take $3 million to get it back in the air. Fifi, the Commemorative Air Force's B-29 bomber, has had chronic engine problems for years and the CAF has decided that they must be resolved for safety's sake. Fifi is the only airworthy B-29 in the world. As the CAF's Kay Crites told AVweb in our Aug. 4 audio news, the original equipment engines were maintenance hogs when they were new and they haven't gotten any better in 60 years of service. The CAF has decided to replace the engines with custom-built variants of the Wright Cyclone 18-cylinder radials and it's launched a fundraising effort to do the work. Fifi recently underwent two years of heavy maintenance that involved structural work and the replacement of two miles of wire. She got back into the air in June and was scheduled to fly to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh but started blowing cylinders. The decision was finally made to get the engine work done. Crites said Fifi is a priceless relic of an era that changed the course of history and she must continue to fly.
Chapter 46 website takes 3rd place!
By: Bill King - 8/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
Our website took 3rd place in EAA's national competition. As you know, the site has been completely redesigned with an emphasis being placed on new content.

I'm planning a few more changes which should appear soon. The most dramatic change will be to allow you to log into the site and update your demographic information (phone number, etc.). I am also just finishing up a new links page and expanding the weather section.

Stay tuned!

If you get the chance, be sure to check out the other award winners!

1st Place Jeff Coffey EAA Chapter 25 Minneapolis, Minnesota
2nd Place Dwight Frye EAA Chapter 1114 Apex, North Carolina
4th Place Rod Hatcher EAA Chapter 839 Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
5th Place Timm Edgington EAA Chapter 838 Racine, Wisconsin

Bill King EAA46 Web Editor
Oshkosh Statistics Just Released
By: Bob Miller - 8/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Below are the AirVenture 2006 attendance figures just released by EAA:

Attendance: An estimated 625,000 (decrease of about 10 percent from 2005).

Comments from EAA president Tom Poberezny:

* "EAA AirVenture 2006 was a tremendous event - innovation and technology are an important part of our event, and 2006 featured more new aviation announcements than any EAA fly-in in history. In addition, there were many more activities and events that added value for EAA members and aviation enthusiasts. Comments from visitors are overwhelmingly positive about the aircraft, events and organization of EAA AirVenture, which is a credit to the volunteers, staff and community who work hard to make it successful. We're already looking forward to EAA AirVenture 2007 on July 23 through 29 next year."

* "We had anticipated an attendance decrease after the unique attractions that highlighted the 2005 event. Attendance was also affected by factors such as the difficulties caused by unfavorable weather compared to last year, and the past year's sharp increase in fuel prices - with auto fuel prices above three dollars a gallon and aviation fuel prices topping four dollars per gallon in many regions."

Total aircraft: More than 10,000 aircraft arriving at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh and other airports in east-central Wisconsin.

Total showplanes: 2,310 (preliminary figure). That figure includes 852 homebuilt aircraft, 798 vintage airplanes, 387 warbirds, 130 ultralights, 121 seaplanes and 22 rotorcraft.

Commercial exhibitors: 812

International visitors registered: 1,704 from 65 nations (Top three: Canada 407, Australia 218, South Africa 176). NOTE: This total includes only non-U.S. visitors who register at the International Visitors Tent, so the actual international contingent is undoubtedly larger.

Media: 868 media representatives on-site, from six continents.

Remember, you can open the current issue of Over the Airwaves any time by clicking on http://overtheairwaves.com.

Fly safe,

Bob Miller, ATP, CFII
Map of Chapter46 Campsites
By: Bill King - 7/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
I just put the map of the campsites on the Oshkosh page. Which you can also get to by selecting the Events menu and pressing the Oshkosh! button on the left navigation bar. The page is not complete yet. I will be putting more information up there tomorrow.
Interactive Quiz #109: Instrument Failure
By: Bill King - 7/18/2006 12:00:00 AM
In keeping with the spirit of Jim Cavanaugh's excellent pilot story, I found a little quiz on Instument Failure. See how well you do!

Take the quiz Here

(I got 9 out of 11)
Oshkosh Update!
By: Bill King - 7/18/2006 12:00:00 AM
GOOD NEWS!
Jim just called me from Oshkosh, they had just arrived and had secured the same campsite as last year. He reported that it was a pretty smooth drive and that the road construction was not too severe. He first ran into construction in Erie PA and then again a few miles into Indiana. Typically the two-lane road would go down to 1 lane which didn't seem to impede progress all that much. Jim took the 90 through Chicago and from the skyway to the core of Chicago he encountered the heaviest construction. About 10 miles into Fond-Du-Lac there was also construction although they seemed to be putting on the top coat which may mean that they will be finished in the next few days.

Stay tuned for more Oshkosh Information as well as a map to the campsite
Pilot Stories
By: Bill King - 7/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
A while back I sent out the call for pilot stories from the chapter. Our esteemed President Jim Cavanaugh responded with a story about his experience taking his last BFR. Read about it Here.

Thanks Jim!
Dunkirk Fly-in Breakfast!
By: Bill King - 7/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
Don't miss my riveting account of the fly-in breakfast at Dunkirk attended by Liz and myself. You can read about it Here
EAA 46 Visits Reading, PA
By: Bill King - 7/4/2006 12:00:00 AM
Jim Cavanaugh, Paul Pedersen and company recently visited the Reading Regional Airport in Pennsylvania for the annual World War II Weekend. I have created 4 slides shows from the pictures Jim sent me. Go to the Events page and click on the WWII Weekend button on the left.

YOU VILL DO IT NOW!!!
Small Arms Fire Damage to Training Aircraft
By: Guido Hassig - 7/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
The attached photos show the entry and exit points of small caliber bullet damage discovered on a Cessna 152 aircraft believed to have occurred while the aircraft was in flight.

The aircraft is operated by a local flight school and the damage was discovered by a student pilot during preflight on 6-29-2006. The damage is believed to have occurred on the previous training flight.

FAA, FBI, TSA and local authorities are investigating.
Entry Point on bottom of wing Exit point on top of wing Exit point bottom skin of wing viewed thru inspection panel
In the soup and out of luck
By: AOPA - 6/29/2006 12:00:00 AM
The attitude indicator shows a descending 60-degree-bank to the right. The directional gyro shows your heading off slightly but in the opposite direction. You can't see the horizon, but your compass and all the other flight instruments indicate straight and level.

Pneumatic Systems minicourseThe diagnosis: pneumatic systems failure, which can be terrifying or even catastrophic when flying at night or in the clouds.

The AOPA Air Safety Foundation's latest minicourse, Pneumatic Systems, describes both pressure and vacuum systems and teaches the early warning signs of system failure. It also discusses options for system redundancy and the common causes of failures, as well as what a pilot can do to prevent them.
Ultimate Young Eagles Ride!
By: Bill King - 6/28/2006 12:00:00 AM
Found this on the web. Sure wish I was 17 again! This was at the Rocky Mountain fly-in. Hey Dan, think you could get me a ride?
Have a look
Urgent message to all New York Pilots
By: AOPA - 6/27/2006 12:00:00 AM
Your urgent action is needed to request Governor George Pataki to veto legislation (A2122) that requires criminal background checks for student pilots. Despite strong recommendations against passage by the Rules Committee, the Senate in a last minute effort cleared the bill for the governor’s signature. If enacted, it will have a chilling effect on efforts to recruit new pilots, and will have a serious financial impact on New York flight schools and FBOs. Please CALL the Governor and urge him to VETO A2122!

The Federal agency charged with aviation security, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) already have aggressive and comprehensive security programs that include identity verification for all pilots and background checks on non-U.S. citizens

Federal law and court rulings clearly pre-empt the ability of the states to require these kinds of checks on pilots

Flight Schools and flight instructors are required to receive annual security awareness training and report suspicious activities to the TSA

Additional requirements will increase costs and hurt New York’s aviation businesses without improving security

The number to Governor Pataki’s office is: (518) 474-8390. You can also follow up your call with an e-mail by clicking on this link
Probable Cause #9: Personal Minimums
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 6/26/2006 12:00:00 AM
Pilots flying under the rules of FAR Part 91 are allowed to attempt an instrument approach even when the weather is below minimums. But when skills are rusty, it may be time to be more conservative, as we see in this week's Probable Cause report.

Read Brian Jacobson's report Here
First Solo Stories
By: Bill King - 6/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
AVweb invited readers to submit first solo stories. They make for some interesting reading. You can read a few of them Here. So I got to thinking, there must be some pretty good first solo stories within the ranks of Chapter 46. So how about it? Email me your first solo story and I'll publish it on the web.
Young Eagle Rally at Lancaster
By: Bill King EAA46 YEC - 6/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
Today EAA Chapter 46 held its Young Eagles Boy Scout Rally! The day started out rather gusty, but since the wind was coming almost straight down the runway, the decision was made to fly. We had 6 pilots flying 27 Young Eagles and a number of ground support personnel. Everyone reported that they had a great time. The Scouts cooked hotdogs which was certainly appreciated by all.
Quiz #108: Pre-Solo Prep
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 6/16/2006 12:00:00 AM
It's time to leave your Citation, Cirrus or Citabria and forget everything you thought you knew about flight, because you're going aloft, again, for your first solo. Let's begin with the mandatory pre-solo quiz as per FAR 61.87.

Take the quiz Here
Liz King gets her PPL!
By: Liz's Husband - 6/15/2006 12:00:00 AM
Liz King is Chapter 46’s newest pilot. Yesterday just before the open house started, Liz took her practical test and passed. Fortunately she landed before TOO many people got there or it may have been a scene reminiscent of the Lindbergh landing in Le Bourget!

The day was perfect, first pass the checkride and then have a party with 130 of your closest friends!
Get your EAA46 Email Address!
By: Bill King - 6/13/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA Chapter 46 is now offering eaa46.org email addresses. The format of the address is first.last@eaa46.org. (For example, mine is bill.king@eaa46.org). To get yours, you must be an EAA46 member! if you are, just email me and I will set you up.

Note: These addresses are "forward only" email addresses which simply means that you must provide me with your existing email address and the email will be forwarded to that address.

If you are interested, email me at bill.king@eaa46.org
Buffalo News Article about our Young Eagles Day
By: Bill King - 6/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
On Saturday Owen Hearey from the Buffalo News came out to see the Young Eagles Fly. Unfortunately we didn't get to fly but we did show the kids around the planes. Read Owen's article Here
2006 Aging GA Aircraft Summit
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 6/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
The average GA airplane is now more than 35 years old. The FAA believes this represents a significant threat to safety, but most owner associations and type clubs disagree.

Read the article Here
So, you wanna fly jets, eh?
By: Bill King - 6/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
Video of a real cool guy that got an opportunity to fly with a Blue Angel in an F18. Make sure you watch Scene 2 and 3 also.

Watch the Video
Dealing with a Dirty Belly
By: Bill King - 6/5/2006 12:00:00 AM
After my annual inspection, Ron Ciura told me to clean the belly of the airplane. Being a relatively new aircraft owner (about 1 year now) I had no idea that this needed to be done. Sure it looks good, but I don't clean the underside of my car. Ron said it was important so who am I to argue. The easiest way I found to do this was to spray Extreme Simple Green right on the crud and then wash the plane with regular detergent (diluted in a bucket, of course) and then hose off the plane. I then applied regular car wax to make it easier to clean the next time.

I got to wondering, why is it so dirty all the time, is this normal? AVweb's Kim Santerre discusses this in a column called Dealing With A Dirty Belly.
Fly in Drive in etc. Breakfast at Pine Hill
By: Bill King - 6/5/2006 12:00:00 AM
If you’ve ever visited Pine Hill Airport in Albion, NY (9G6) then you already know what a quaint, attractive airport it is. Yesterday they held one of there two annual Fly-in, Drive-in, Walk-in, Bike-in breakfasts and although it’s been on the EAA46 event calendar for months, I really hadn’t planned on going there. At the Saturday informal get-together, John Palesh told me what a wonderful place it was and that I shouldn’t miss it. John Palesh recommending a place for breakfast? How can I pass that up! I told Liz about it and she suggested that it would be my birthday present… but I still have to pay. Ahh well, at least I get what I want.

It was all that John said it was, a good breakfast and plenty of restoration projects to look at. The Vintage Aircraft Group hosts the event.

Take a look at their WebSite at the list of projects and then stop by and visit them sometime. You won’t regret it!
Marginal VFR and Complacency of the Familiar
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 5/31/2006 12:00:00 AM
An IFR pilot may choose to fly VFR on a nice day -- but how good does ''nice'' have to be to let go of the IFR safety net? This week's Probable Cause report investigates the issue.

Read the article Here
Flight to Boston
By: Bill King - 5/30/2006 12:00:00 AM
Sunday I flew to Boston and back. It was quite a trip for a 152! There was no noticable winds aloft and the entire round trip flight put 8.8 hours on the HOBBS. Since my plan was to go there and back the same day, I wanted to get an early start. I arrived at BQR at around 7:30 and did my preflight. A call to FSS told me that most of the route was IFR due to fog and low clouds. All of which was expected to burn off by 10:00AM. So much for the early start.

I decided to wait until 8:30 a get an update. Pretty much the same story, low clouds and fog expected to clear by 10. I launched anyway at 9:00 and immeadiatly saw what Flight Service was talking about. The sky was clear but ground fog obscured most of the good emergency landing places. I turned back and decided to wait. At 9:30 I launched again and it was much clearer. My route took me to the GEE VOR (which was not in service) and then to ITH. Heading for Ithaca, I heard a lot of people calling trying to get into Finger Lakes Regional (0G7) for the CAP sponsored fly-in breakfast. From my lofty perch of 7,500 feet MSL I could see in the distance off to my left a solid overcast extending up along the shoreline of Seneca Lake. Not too many people made it to the breakfast I guess. There was a similar overcast directly ahead of me. I figured that I could stay north of it. When I got to the ITH VOR I turned east and headed towards the Rockdale VOR and sure enough, the overcast extended north right up to my route. To my right was a solid overcast and to my left it was clear.

It stayed that way all the way to the RKA VOR and after that there was nothing but clear. My planned fuel stop was South Albany (4B0) since airnav indicated that they had a pretty good fuel price (3.98, 20 cents more than Lancaster, but not bad all in all). My plan was to top off at 4B0, fly to Norwood (OWD) and return stopping at 4B0 again for fuel. As it turned out, I topped off again at OWD since they waived the landing and handeling fee if I bought fuel. It was 2:00 in the afternoon so after a quick lunch at Mr. Kabob's I took off for the return trip. I decided that I was going to stop at South Albany again (after all, I now know where it is) and top off since one-hopping it would put me into my reserves.

I was a bit concerned about getting back since I knew that the combination if a hazy day and the sun directly ahead of me was not going to yield great forward visibility. Sure enough, from Seneca Lake westward the sun was directly in my eyes and forward visibility was near zero. For all intents and purposes, I thought, this was IFR flight. I wasn't happy about it but I knew that if things got bad, all I had to do was a 180 and everything became very clear so I could land in an emergency.

The time was about 6:30 and fortunately for me, the sun was going behind a cloud layer. I was able to find BQR easily. My normal approach to the airport involves flying south of Darien and finding the tan water tower (Liz calls it the pencil eraser) that stands on Broadway directly south of the airport. As soon as I have it in sight, I turn right and head for the airport. The wind was calm and there was no traffic so I elected to land on 8 since the sun would be behind me. I turned base a little too soon and had to slip quite a bit to get the plane down. I still landed past the taxiway and had to turn around and back-taxi. George Ezzo saw the landing and was happy to point out that I had landed long. Thanks for your help George, I'll make the adjustment for next time!

It was a great flight.
Say Again #63: A Phrase That Fits
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 5/25/2006 12:00:00 AM
Filing direct? Read the latest article from AVweb columnist and Center Controller Don Brown.

Read the article HERE
Lycoming Woes Continue...
By: Bill King - 5/25/2006 12:00:00 AM
A 2005 C172S Snapped its crank on Tuesday during takeoff. Read more on this dramatic story here.
The Pilot's Lounge #100: Truth -- And Some Opinion
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 5/23/2006 12:00:00 AM
AVweb's Rick Durden has been writing The Pilot's Lounge column for eight years, and every one has tidbits of wisdom, advice, or just plane [sic] rumor. For his 100th column, Rick has assembled a bunch in one place.

Read the article Here
Story about the Sonex
By: Tom Zelie - 5/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
Here is a very nice link to the Sonex Aircraft company's web pages about a Sonex trip flown from Oshkosh, WI to Sun n Fun. It is written by Kerry Fores who is an employee of Sonex and also a builder.

http://www.sonexaircraft.com/press/snf_kerry_fores_051206.pdf
Check out the restoration of P-61B
By: Paul Pedersen - 5/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
The Mid Atlantic Air Museum has reached yet another milestone on the road to fully restoring and returning its now famous Northrop P-61 “Black Widow” restoration project to airworthy condition.

Check out the web page
FAA Says NO to users fees?
By: Bill King - 5/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
If you think that the FAA is not considering user fees for ATC services read this article on a Michigan Fly-in.

Read the article Here
EAA Airventure NOTAM now available
By: Bill King - 5/4/2006 12:00:00 AM
The official EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006 Notice To Airmen (NOTAM) booklets are hot off the press and ready to be mailed out to pilots who plan to fly to The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration on July 24-30. The Oshkosh NOTAM is also available in easy-to-print PDF document form on the AirVenture website. Click HERE to download a copy. Those who have already placed their booklet orders can expect to receive their copies soon, while others can call EAA Membership Services at 800/JOIN-EAA (564-6322) and order a free copy today.
Tree Top Flyer
By: Bill King - 5/4/2006 12:00:00 AM
Here's a great video from EAA Chapter 46 member Carl Miller. Great sound track as well.
Click Here
Probable Cause #5: Improper Procedure
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 5/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
A pilot salvaging an approach ended up in a stall and spin when turning from base to final. Did good IFR conditions cause him to drop his guard? This week's Probable Cause column presents some ideas.

Read the article HERE
Search for plane that was never lost
By: Bill King - 5/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
I guess that one of the hazards of landing on grass is that people think you've crashed. Read this story I found on wgrz.com
Klyde Morris 04.27.06
By: Bill King - 4/28/2006 12:00:00 AM
Klyde Morris get back to picking on the airlines. I though that maybe some EAA46 members would get a kick out of this. Then again...
Say Again? #62: Too Close for Comfort
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 4/27/2006 12:00:00 AM
We can learn a lot from accidents, but wouldn't it be great to learn from near accidents -- those that don't actually have to be reported? AVweb's Don Brown recently saw some dangerous situations that point out the problems with GPS, and he recounts them in this month's Say Again column.

Read about it HERE
SkyVector is the google of sectional charts
By: Bill King - 4/25/2006 12:00:00 AM
OK, this is cool. I was looking around for the cheapest place to buy sectional charts (which appears to be www.avshop.com by the way) and I came across www.skyvector.com. This is the best on-line sectional site I've seen. Have a look!
The Pilot's Lounge #99: Turn Back? You Bet!
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 4/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
This month Rick talks about why he decided to turn around and go back during a VFR flight to pick up his daughter. Hmmm, Something seems oddly familiar to me. I like the reference to Doc Walt's approach toward crummy weather and decision making, "You don't want to look stupid in the NTSB report".

Read the article HERE
Aviation Legend Scott Crossfield in fatal crash
By: Eaa National - 4/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA is extremely saddened at the loss of legendary aviation pioneer Scott Crossfield. Read the full story here
Another Quiz! Cross Country Flying
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 4/20/2006 12:00:00 AM
Long before GPS, pilots navigated with compass, plotter, and E6-B computer. Lindbergh found his way to Paris using a cheese sandwich. You, too, can dead-reckon like an aviation pioneer by testing a few basic skills

Take the quiz!
Chapter 46 student pilot activities
By: Bill King - 4/18/2006 12:00:00 AM
Being that today was certainly one of the best days we've had so far this spring, A number of Chapter 46's student pilot population took to the air on solo cross countrys (countries?). My wife Liz went on her first solo XC down to Erie and back. Needless to say I was monitoring Buffalo Approach over the internet from my desk at work. (you can monitor it anytime by clicking HERE).

While I was listening, I think I also heard our own Greg Barnhard who departed from Akron to Wellsville(?). Digging a little deeper (I talked to his mom) I found out that he was flying with Dan Maloney and that tomorrow he'll be solo down to Erie

Anyway, if you would like to congratulate Liz on her accomplishment click Here to send her an email
The Mechanic's Signature
By: Bill King - 4/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
Having just completed the annual for N6279P I found this article to be interesting. Mike Busch's articles typically are. Read The Savvy Aviator #30: The Mechanic's Signature by clicking HERE
Weather Wise
By: Bill King - 4/13/2006 12:00:00 AM
AOPA has yet another course on weather. Thunderstorms and ATC discusses effective pilot-ATC communications and the weather-radar equipment that ATC can use to help pilots avoid convective activity.

Take the course HERE
Rochester WINGs 2006 Banquet Tickets
By: Guido F. Hassig - 4/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
Tickets for this year's Rochester WINGs 2006 Banquet are now available, even online ticketing is available!

This year's theme is Classic Jets and the designated charity is Angel Flight Northeast.

Please join us for this exciting event, for all the details and ticket purchase, please visit the website at http://www.rochesterwings.org/banquet.html

Hope to see you there.

Guido F. Hassig
Safety Program Manager, FSDO-23
1 Airport Way, Suite 110
Rochester, NY 14624
Phone: 585-436-3880, extension 206
Fax: 585-436-2322
email: guido.hassig@faa.gov
Sean Tucker on his Challenger Bailout
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 4/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
Sean Tucker described getting 'stuck on the tail' when he jumped from his crippled Challenger Biplane, Tuesday. AVweb captured Sean's story live in two-part video at Sun 'n Fun. Watch Part 1 and Part 2 of his compelling story, online.

If you have trouble viewing these videos, right-click on the links and select "save target as" and save them to your desktop, they may take a while to download but after that you can run them directly from your desktop and they should appear much smoother.
Bill King
Question for the masses
By: Bill King - 4/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
I have a question for the readers of this website (whether EAA46 chapter members or not). The question is "Is it legal for a VFR-only pilot to fly in VFR conditions over the top of a solid overcast?"

Yesterday I took off from BQR bound for Columbus OH in my newly-annualed 152. My daughter Molly went to Columbus with her 4H group and she wanted me to fly her back. The weather here in Buffalo called for Severe-Clear throughout the day. I planned 1 fuel stop in Wadsworth OH (remember, I was flying a 152) I called FSS and was told that from Erie to about Canton it was overcast 1200'. I couldn't believe it! I called the FBO at Wadsworth 3G3 and he told me that the skies were clear.

I decided to launch and check things out from the air. If I encountered the overcast I would turn around. I took off and climbed to 8500 ft. I could see clouds in the distance but nothing too bad. Sure enough, when I got to Erie things really started clouding up under me. It went from scattered to broken in a hurry and looking ahead, things didn't seem to improve. As I turned towards the Youngstown VOR, the holes under me started disappearing and in keeping with my plan, I informed Erie Approach of my decision to 180. (I always use flight following, even for short flights)

Flying back, I couldn't help but think that I should've continued on top since my destination was clear. The problem was that there would be no 'Back Doors' if the engine quit.

BUT IS IT LEGAL???

You can email me with your opinions at On Top Answer
As the Beacon Turns #100: Waking up
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 4/7/2006 12:00:00 AM
Michael Maya Charles on tailwheel airplanes. Pilots trained in the last 30 or 40 years may not ever have learned the skills necessary for flying a tailwheel airplane. Taildraggers require you to wake up those ''dead'' feet and really feel the rudder pedals. Michael Maya Charles teaches some new tailwheel pilots in this month's As The Beacon Turns column.
Greg Barnhard Solos!
By: Bill King - 4/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
Greg Barnhard, who joined EAA Chapter 46 last year, soloed an airplane for the first time on his 16th birthday. The entire chapter sends its congratulations to Greg for a job-well-done!
Proposed Federal Aviation Regulation Act
By: Jim Cavanaugh - 3/27/2006 12:00:00 AM
Received this from Jim Kaletta, A little aviation humor to start your Monday morning.

PROPOSED FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION ACT

1000.A No pilot or pilots, or person or persons acting on the direction or suggestion or supervision of the pilot or pilots may try, or attempt to try or make attempt to try to comprehend or understand any or all, in whole or in part of the herein mentioned Federal Aviation Regulations, except as authorized by the Administrator or an agent appointed by, or inspected by the Administrator.

1000.B If the pilot, or group of associated pilots becomes aware of, or realizes, or detects, or discovers or finds that he, or she, or they, are or have been beginning to understand the Federal Aviation Regulations, they must immediately, within three (3) days notify, in writing, the Administrator.

1000.C Upon receipt of the above mentioned notice of impending comprehension, the Administrator will immediately rewrite the Federal Aviation Regulations in such a manner as to eliminate any further comprehension hazards.

1000.D The Administrator may, at his or her option, require the offending pilot, or pilots, to attend remedial instruction in Federal Aviation Regulations until such time that the pilot is too confused to be capable of understanding anything.
Weather Wise
By: Bill King - 3/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
AOPA has a new online course on Ceiling and Visibility, two of the most challenging weather phenomena known to pilots. If you log in with your email address, you could be eligible for FAA WINGS program credit

Take the Course
Big AD hits Lycoming Owners
By: Jim Cavanaugh (from Aero-news) - 3/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
We knew it was coming... and it looks like it's here: a massive new Airworthyness Directive, affecting nearly 300 Lycoming 360-series engines. Read about it HERE
Interactive Quiz #105: Think Clearly
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 3/23/2006 12:00:00 AM
Aha! See what happens? You show up early for class and you get a pop-quiz! Same thing happens when you decide to check out the EAA46 site.

This is the latest from AVweb. Check it out
Boshart Tour
By: Ron Ciura - 3/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
Monday evening April 3rd the A&P class will visit Boshart Aviation in Batavia. The time will be 6:30PM. This will provide an opportunity to see a first-class avionics and maintenance facility. We would like to continue the custom of inviting friends and all interested people. It would be most helpful to have an approximate head count to permit staff scheduling. For anyone NOT enrolled in the A&P class please send an email with the number attending by March 28th to magman366@earthlink.net. If you have a question or interest in a particular area it would help to send it to me so I can forward it to Mark/Jeff.

Hope to see you there

Ron
Check This Out
By: Bill King - 3/20/2006 12:00:00 AM
Bob Hoover flying. This is incredible. I found this link in Bob Miller's latest edition of his excellent online magazine. Click here for the video

By the way, you can view the latest edition of Over The Airwaves by clicking HERE
The Savvy Aviator #29: Fix It Now!
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 3/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
Mike Busch tells us in his column the benefits of not deferring aircraft maintenance. Read all about it HERE
Check out LAX Airport Monitor
By: Paul Pedersen - 3/13/2006 12:00:00 AM
Check out Los Angeles International Airport. This will show you why LAX is considered one of the busiest airports in the US!
GO THERE
As the Beacon Turns #99: Fuel for Thought
By: Bill King - 3/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
Michael Maya Charles tells us about Omar, a pilot who thought he had enough fuel to fly back home. He ended up on the evening news. Read what happened

Maybe we all need to think about FAT
Joseph T. Nall Report released
By: Bill King - 3/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
This annual safety report presents an overview of the previous year's general aviation accident statistics, including trends and contributing factors.

The latest report shows that there were 6.7 percent fewer total accidents in 2004 than in 2003, and fatal accidents declined by 7.1 percent. This continued a downward trend even as GA flight hours are on the rise.

Yon can read more about it HERE
FOR SALE
By: Steve Yuhasz - 3/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
Steen Skybolt Biplane Homebuilt Project
Wings completed, Fuselage and Tail (4130) tubing kit, Wheels and Brakes, Tail Wheel, Fuel Tank - plus more
Call Steve (716) 692-2432
Aluminum Overcast Airborne Again!
By: Bill King (from EAA) - 3/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
At 2:13 p.m. local Tuesday, March 7, the long and meticulous repair project for EAA’s B-17 Aluminum Overcast officially ended when her wheels left Runway 18 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh for a 50-minute test flight. The flight crew consisted of EAA Director of Flight Operations Sean Elliott; B-17 Tour Assistant Director George Daubner; Bob Davis, check airman, and mechanic Vince Hammons.

Read all about it HERE
EAA Chapter Leaders Barbeque
By: Troy Toelle - 3/7/2006 12:00:00 AM
Greetings Chapter Leader,
You are invited to attend the EAA Chapter Leaders Barbeque on Thursday April 6h at Sun n Fun 2006, Lakeland, FL. (RSVP Required).
Wisconsin style Bratwurst served at 5:30pm. Located near the EAA Publications Tent - Sun n Fun Grounds - Adjacent to Johnson's BBQ (same location as last year).
Come join us for some great food (FREE!),and evening of interacting with other Chapters Leaders, and EAA Staff. We are also pleased to announce that EAA President, Tom Poberezny, will be attending the Barbeque this year. All Chapter Leaders are invited. Also invited are any Chapter Members who are interested in the future direction of EAA and your Chapter. If you plan on attending, please send an email to Troy Toelle, please include your name and Chapter Number. If you are bringing other Chapter Leaders/Members with you, please include their information in your reply. Space and food is limited so please don't wait to RSVP.
Please share this message with all members of your Chapter who do not have e-mail.
Keep up the great work, and we hope to see you in Lakeland! Troy Toelle EAA Chapter Office
Web statistics for February
By: Bill King - 3/6/2006 12:00:00 AM
Here are the stats for February. Considering that February is a short month, the levels stayed relatively flat.

Dec 05 Jan 06 Feb 06
Total Hits 20197 21592 20422
Total Files 11546 13929 13924
Total Pages 3527 4011 3193
Total Visits 1058 1040 945
Total KBytes 239718 238061 210441
Total Unique Sites 646 649 707

One thing that was nice to see was the total unique sites jumped from 649 to 707. This means that 58 more people looked at the site over last month.

The Total hits number represents the total number of requests that were made. Since there can be many requests made to put just one page together (I.E. each image used on a page takes 1 request), this number is not that useful in determining the number of individuals coming to the site. The total visits number represents the total number of times a person came to the site and activity (in the form of hits) was detected within a 1/2 hour period. 945 visits works out to about 33 per day same as last month.
Say Again? #60; ATC 303 -- Bedrock ATC
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 3/3/2006 12:00:00 AM
The history, the basics and the bedrock of ATC is all about making sure two planes don't get to the same point in space at the same time. You thought the space-time continuum only had to do with Einstein? Not even close, as AVweb's Don Brown discusses in his next 300-level ATC course.

Read all about it
Internet Resources for Pilots
By: Bill King - 2/28/2006 12:00:00 AM
Time to start brushing up on the flying skills! Good weather is just around the corner (not that it's been a bad winter). While it can't replace the practical experience you get actually flying the airplance, the internet can bring a wealth of information right to your fingertips. The lastest edition of the Aeronautical Information Manual is online as well as the complete FARs. You'll find the Pilot-Controller Glossary as well. Take advantage of these resources, they're all free.
B17 Restoration Project
By: Bill King - 2/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
I came across this website of a project in Urbana Ohio. Two individuals are restoring a B17. Not too far away (only 285 miles as the C152 flys). Check out the site at B17Project.com
No Muss, No Fuss Oil Changing
By: Bill King (AVweb) - 2/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
If you're interested in changing your own oil and oil filter -- and pilot-certificated owners are allowed to -- don't treat it as an easy job even if you've done it on your car. Complexities abound and errors are costly. AVweb presents a basic outline of the process, as well as an in-depth description of how to deal with that oil filter.

Click Here
Preflight This
By: Bill King - 2/23/2006 12:00:00 AM
OK, Time for another quiz. This one's about the preflight. Think you're up to it? Find out Here
I only missed one, how about you?
Aluminum Overcast's Return On Schedule
By: Bill King (from EAA) - 2/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
A Major milestone in the restoration work of EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast occured Tuesday Afternoon.

Read More
Maneuvering Flight - Hazardous to Your Health?
By: Bill King - 2/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
The AOPA Air Safety Foundation has published a new safety advisor on maneuvering flight. It is available as a free download by clicking here. There is also a companion DVD available from Sportys on the subject. If you are interested you can purchase a copy directly from Sportys Pilot Shop.
The Pilot's Lounge #97: Precautionary Landings
By: Bill King (from AVweb) - 2/20/2006 12:00:00 AM
Read Rick Durden's column about getting down before things get bad Here
User fees far from successful in Canada
By: Bill King (from APOA) - 2/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
The most vocal user fee proponents usually point north to Nav Canada to demonstrate the "success" of the concept. Yet since the commercialization of air traffic control in Canada, and the imposition of direct fees for ATC services, the system has struggled financially.

Read the full story
Web site usage for January
By: Bill King - 2/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
Another month has gone by and the stats are in. There has been a small increase in web traffic to the site which you can see from the table.

Dec 05 Jan 06
Total Hits20197 21592
Total Files11546 13929
Total Pages3527 4011
Total Visits1058 1040
Total KBytes239718 238061
Total Unique Sites646 649


The Total hits number represents the total number of requests that were made. Since there can be many requests made to put just one page together (I.E. each image used on a page takes 1 request), this number is not that useful in determining the number of individuals coming to the site. The total visits number represents the total number of times a person came to the site and activity (in the form of hits) was detected within a 1/2 hour period. 1040 visits works out to about 33 per day which is down from 34 in December.

There were also 640 unique URL's to the site in January. This means that 640 different computers (people) visited this site during the month. This is up from 575 in December 
Steve has landed!
By: Bill King - 2/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
Steve Fossett has made an emergency landing at Bournemouth Airport. Read all about it Here
Follow Steve Fossett and the Global Flyer
By: Bill King - 2/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
This is the ultimate in homebuilding. Follow Steve Fossett in his bid to break the distance record for solo flight. He had a few scary moments, read about them here.
Sukoi SU-30MK
By: Bill King - 2/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
Tom Zelie forwarded this video of a Russian Sukoi SU-30MK. I actually got this from Paul Petersen about a week ago as well. This is one capable aircraft! Too bad it's Russian

Watch the Video
GlobalFlyer Survived Bird Strike on Takeoff
By: Bill King (from EAA) - 2/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
Steve Fossett, who at this writing was about halfway across the Atlantic Ocean in the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer, informed mission control that the aircraft struck two birds on takeoff from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida Tuesday morning, but no damage resulted and everything seems to be proceeding according to plan

Read the full story HERE
Just another winter day in Colorado
By: Bill King - 2/9/2006 12:00:00 AM
Michael Maya Charles writes about winter flying in Colorado. Much of what he writes is applicable here as well. Read his very timely article Here
Fuel Leak Puts GlobalFlyer Launch on Hold
By: Bill King (from EAA) - 2/8/2006 12:00:00 AM
Steve Fossett’s planned dawn launch of his “Ultimate Flight” Tuesday morning was called off because of a small fuel leak discovered on the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer at around 6:50 a.m. local time.

Read about it on the EAA site.
The Weather Wizards
By: Bill King - 2/7/2006 12:00:00 AM
More and more pilots are getting weather information from the Web before they call Flight Service -- and that information is getting more detailed and more accurate all the time. Mike Haenggi has the story of who is doing the aviation weather research and what is coming next.

Read about it Here
Code 'Green' Declared for Fossett's 'Ultimate Flight'
By: Bill King - 2/7/2006 12:00:00 AM
EAA member and world record pilot Steve Fossett has been given the green light for Tuesday, February 7, to begin his “Ultimate Flight” in the Virgin Atlantic Global Flyer at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Conditions look to be favorable for a 6:42 a.m. launch from the Space Shuttle runway and landing facility. Fossett will attempt to fly further than any aircraft or balloon has ever flown, without stopping or refueling.

Read the full story
Say Again? #59: Dear Chip
By: Bill King - 2/2/2006 12:00:00 AM
Don't miss this month's column from AVweb's Don Brown. You can read it Here
Last chance to have your say on the ADIZ
By: Bill King - 2/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
The deadline is fast approaching. If you don't want the government to clamp down on your airspace the way it has around Baltimore and Washington, now is the time to file your comments against the proposal to make the Washington, D.C., Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) a permanent impediment to air travel along the East Coast.

Click HERE for the full story.
Memphis Belle
By: Paul Pedersen - 1/31/2006 12:00:00 AM
Visited the 1941 H A G Museum again today. The USAF Museum in Dayton Ohio has pictures of the B-17 Memphis Belle in shambles on it's web site. Found out that the Memphis Belle at Geneseo is the "movie" airplane, same tail number, but is a converted B-17G to appear as a B-17F. It is still worth the trip to Geneseo to see this bird. The props are in Canada for inspection, and will be returned shortly for installation. She flew into Geneseo in Fall for Winter storage.

Does any body know the significance of the stars over the yellow bombs on the fuselage? The bombs represent the missions flown., some stars are yellow, and some have red centers in them. Could it mean lead plane, or squadron leader?
More Power To Ya
By: Bill King - 1/26/2006 12:00:00 AM
If power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely, then many pilots strive for the ultimate in degradation by strapping on bigger engines to reach beyond our grasp of powerplant knowledge. Let's see how power-hungry you absolutely are. Take this Interactive Quiz from AvWeb
Save On Air Fares To EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006!
By: Bill King - 1/24/2006 12:00:00 AM
Three major airlines (American, Midwest, and Northwest) are offering special air fare discounts for EAA members and other aviation enthusiasts planning to attend EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006 July 24-30 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh.

Click HERE for more information.
Flying Food Web Site
By: Jim Cavanaugh - 1/22/2006 12:00:00 AM
CPA Member Don Johnston has started a new web site Flying-Food.com. Similar to a site that recently went to a subscription service, this site relies on user reviews. So if you have a favorite destination for the "$100 Hamburger," attraction or lodging in the US or Canada, log on to http://flying-food.com and submit your review.
(Web editor's note: I have placed this site on our links page)
You Gotta Be There!
By: Bill King - 1/21/2006 12:00:00 AM
Plans for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2006 are taking shape and the event promises to once again live up to its billing as The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration
Click HERE to find out why You Gotta Be There!
Experience Flight into the Nation's Capital (Legally)
By: Bill King - 1/20/2006 12:00:00 AM
A thrill-packed audio file of a Cessna 172's penetration of the Washington, D.C., Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) is now available on AOPA Online. The narrated, 9-minute clip includes actual audio of clearances—and confusion—as two high-time AOPA Air Safety Foundation employees make an exciting (but legal) flight from AOPA's home base in Frederick, Maryland, into the heart of the fiercely protected FRZ surrounding the nation's capital. Both AOPA and the foundation offer several resources for pilots eager to learn more about security-related airspace divisions, including the ADIZ, FRZ, and TFRs on AOPA Online.
Experimental aircraft must have access to airspace, AOPA tells FAA
By: Bill King - 1/19/2006 12:00:00 AM
AOPA is working with the FAA to ensure that experimental aircraft are not restricted from airspace or airports in the Southwest. The FAA has taken measures in Southern California and Las Vegas that limit experimental flight testing and normal operations.

Read the entire story Here
Second set of ADIZ meetings today
By: Bill King - 1/18/2006 12:00:00 AM
The second set of ADIZ public meetings that AOPA had pushed for will start this afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Airport Marriott Hotel in Dulles, Virginia. AOPA President Phil Boyer will be first to speak at this meeting. The meeting will resume at 6:30 p.m. and run to 9 p.m.

Check it out on the AOPA website.
Web site usage for December
By: Bill King - 1/17/2006 12:00:00 AM
As I was looking at the monthly usage statistics for the web site for December it occured to me that some of you may also be interested in the amount of traffic that the EAA46 web site gets. This will give you some idea as well as provide a basis for comparison in the future.

Total Hits20197
Total Files11546
Total Pages3527
Total Visits1058
Total KBytes239718
Total Unique Sites646


The Total hits number represents the total number of requests that were made. Since there can be many requests made to put just one page together (I.E. each image used on a page takes 1 request), this number is not that useful in determining the number of individuals coming to the site. The total visits number represents the total number of times a person came to the site and activity (in the form of hits) was detected within a 1/2 hour period. 1058 visits works out to about 34 per day.

There were also 575 unique URL's to the site in December. This means that 575 different computers (people) visited this site during the month.
Our Sincere Condolences
By: James Cavanaugh - 1/15/2006 12:00:00 AM
I just got a call from one of our members who told me that Jeff Boshart's (Boshart Aviation) father, Vern Boshart, has passed away. Vern was an active A&P and worked with many people in WNY aviation.

I would like to extend, on behalf of all of the members of Chapter 46, our sincere condolences to the Boshart family.

Visitation will be at the C.B.Beach Funeral home in Corfu on Monday, January 16th only, from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM.
Another Movie from OneSixRight
By: Bill King - 1/14/2006 12:00:00 AM
OK fans of flying videos, Here's another one for you. This is brought to you from the folks at OneSixRight.com .

Click Here to view it. Remeber to grab a cup of coffee first. Then sit back and enjoy!
EAA's Timeless Voices of Aviation
By: Bill King - 1/12/2006 12:00:00 AM
The objective of Timeless Voices of Aviation, a major video history project of the EAA AirVenture Museum, is to assure that the first person oral histories of aviation’s development are preserved for future generations of family members, teachers, students, historians and others.

If you haven't heard about this site yet Check it out
EAA Young Eagles Web-Chat
By: Bill King - 1/12/2006 12:00:00 AM
Chat with an aviation celebrity every third Wednesday of the Month starting January 18th at 8:00 PM Eastern (7:00 PM Central). This wednesday will feature Maj. Rusty Keen, a USAF Thunderbirds Pilot!

Visit the Young Eagles Website for information on how to participate.

This 1 hour of discussion should prove to be very enjoyable by aviation enthusiasts -- both young and old -- as they are able to ask questions and receive live answers.
Jan/Feb Issue of FAA Aviation News
By: Bill King - 1/11/2006 12:00:00 AM
The January/February Issue of FAA Aviation News is now online. It's 40 pages so be prepared to wait if you don't have a fast internet connection. You can view it by clicking HERE
Good Bye Fuddy Duddy
By: Paul Pedersen - 1/10/2006 12:00:00 AM
Last summer the Trustees of the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center agonized over a business decision that no one wanted to make. It became painfully clear that our organization would no longer be able to own, display and operate our beloved B-17, Fuddy Duddy. With the passage of time, Fuddy had become increasingly expensive to own and operate. Further, the National Warplane Museum assumed substantial debt during the move to Elmira, severely limiting our potential. There was only one solution and the Board reluctantly authorized the sale of our iconic B-17. The challenge was to find a buyer with the integrity, commitment, caring and means to carry on a remarkable story with this very special airplane. We found that buyer in California.

On Thursday, Martin Aviation welcomed Fuddy to her new home at John Wayne Airport in Southern California. Having accepted the torch, they plan to raise it to new heights, bringing the inspirational story of the our B-17 crews to a new generation of Americans. We are saddened by our loss, but thankful to have placed Fuddy in such loving and capable hands. We will eagerly follow her accomplishments in years to come.

With this transaction, the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center is debt free and poised to begin a very exciting future. Please track our progress and join us on a voyage of discovery as we examine the stories of aviation and apply their lessons to the challenges that lie ahead.
EAA Airventure 2006 Website Launches
By: Bill King - 12/8/2005 12:00:00 AM
It's never too early to start planning for the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration, and EAA's 2006 AirVenture Oshkosh website goes live this month.
Visit www.airventure.org to find out what you need to ensure your unforgettable visit. And come back regularly during the days, weeks, and months leading up to the July 24-30 event.
Air Show Pictures
By: Paul Pedersen - 11/24/2005 12:00:00 AM
For you airplane fliers and lovers of winged craft...
Enjoy great pictures here: Edwards AFB Airshow

Click on the upper tabs to select the various air shows and years.
Clarence Aerodrome Floods!
By: Bill King - 11/19/2005 12:00:00 AM
OK, ok. This is not really news in the sense that it's not NEW. Remember back in the spring when we had all of that rain? Well, it seems as though Clarence Aerodrome flooded at that time. Jim Cavanaugh sent me some pictures of the event and I couldn't believe how much water was there. I've posted some actual, unretouched photographs of the flooded airport! Have a look!
Another great video!
By: Bill King - 11/18/2005 12:00:00 AM
Paul Pedersen sent in a link to another great video. This is some amazing flying! Check it out
URGENT NEWS!
By: Austin Wadsworth, President, HAG - 11/3/2005 12:00:00 AM
As you have probably heard, Fuddy Duddy has been put up for sale by the National Warplane Museum in Elmira. We are extremely disturbed by this news and feel strongly that the airplane belongs in western New York.

It would be helpful to have your opinion on this.

Please e-mail us at: office@1941hag.org and let’s see if we can prevent the possible loss of this aircraft to our region.

Click Here for more information.
Lizzie King Solos!
By: Jim Cavanaugh - 10/4/2005 12:00:00 AM
Liz King soloed for the first time today at Akron Airport under the expert tutelage of Master CFI Bob Miller. Once she realized that the plane flew without Bob in it he had a heck of a time convincing her to let him back in so he could get a ride back to Lancaster to pick up his car. Bill King is now trying to figure out how to get the RV-7A done quicker because he knows he'll never see the left seat of the 152 again.
The next time you see Liz be sure to congratulate her on a job-well-done.
Osprey Visit
By: Paul Peterson - 8/24/2005 12:00:00 AM
We received word this morning that an Osprey will be visiting Geneseo Airport this Saturday, August 27th, arriving about noon. We're assuming it's USMC MV-22 Osprey Tiltrotor VTOL (Vertical Take Off and Landing), but we really have no details. We don't even know for how long it will be here. If you're a gambling type, or have nothing better to do, and we're not too far away, come on down and see what's happening. Sorry for the lack of details, but we have none.
George Ezzo passes A&P Exam
By: Paul Peterson - 3/12/2005 12:00:00 AM
EAA chapter 46 has a new A&P. George Ezzo just passed his test and he says he will "be glad to help any of the chapter members".
Aerial Photo of EAA-46 Oshkosh Camp
By: Jim Cavanaugh - 3/5/2005 12:00:00 AM
In the March issue of Sport Aviation (page 9) is an aerial view of the EAA Chapter 46 Oshkosh 2003 camp site. We are in the middle right, with George's dining tent on the right edge of the photo. Thanks to Paul Pedersen's sharp eyes!
Bob Miller earns Master CFI rating
By: Paul Peterson - 2/15/2005 12:00:00 AM
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) takes pride in announcing Robert J Miller was designated a Master CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor). Bob is the chief flight instructor at Akron Airport and resident of East Amherst, NY. See full story in the March/April 2005 newsletter.
Rozanski Wins Aeronica!
By: Paul Peterson - 8/22/2004 12:00:00 AM
Tom has won a fully restored 1946 Aeronca Chief 11AC from the Dakota Territory Air Museum. Tom will soon be on his way to Minot, North Dakota to fly his prize home. Make sure to come to our October Chicken Barbeque to see Tom's new airplane! See more of this story in the Sept/Oct 2004 newsletter.
Katie Koch Flies Across America
By: Paul Peterson - 7/15/2004 12:00:00 AM
Katie Koch, 21, an aerospace student from Buffalo, NY and EAA-46 member is flying across America as a student of Flight Training Adventure Camps (FTAC), a rather unique traveling flight school. For the full story, see the Sept/Oct 2004 newsletter.
Mark Chamberlain Earns IFR Rating
By: Paul Peterson - 7/15/2004 12:00:00 AM
Congratulations to EAA 46 member Mark Chamberlain on earning his instrument rating!
Ed Kramer earns his Private Ticket
By: Paul Peterson - 6/4/2004 12:00:00 AM
At the Chapter 46 Annual Open House at the Lancaster Airport we honored Ed Kramer, our Chapter Treasurer, who earned his Private Pilot certification. Ed is well well under way in the construction of a Zenith CH701. Come see his progress at the Chapter 46 August meeting.
Glastar Flies
By: Paul Quenzler - 3/13/2004 12:00:00 AM
N48PK took to the air for the first time on Sat. March 13. Flew from Genesee Co. Airport. 130kts, heavy left wing, noisy intercom and a few other minor squawks. Climbs like a banshee, everything in the green. Ken was the pilot. Flew for an hour.
Pete Treichler's Landing Strip Approved
By: Paul Peterson - 12/30/2003 12:00:00 AM
The Wales Town Board voted 4-0 at its December regular meeting to issue a special use permit to Schang Road resident Peter Treichler that will allow him to operate a small landing strip at his residence. See details in the East Aurora Advertiser
Sonex Flies
By: Tom Zelie - 11/1/2003 12:00:00 AM
N429SX made it's first flight today. I took off from Dunkirk, NY (DKK) elevation 693 MSL with density altitude of 295' at 9:30 AM. The flight lasted about 15 minutes. The take off was quick and the climb out about 900 FPM. I went to 2500 MSL (clouds were at 2600) and did some turns right and left then did some slow flight at about 50 MPH with first 10 degrees and then 20 degrees of flap. You really have to pull hard to get 20 degrees. After the slow flight the engine started to run rough above 2500 RPM. I suspect a fouled plug. At the same time the Stratomaster panel went blank. It would come on and immediately go out again so I finally switched it off and returned to the field. I guess that answers the question of flying without any instruments for reference. The landing was smooth and the flight ended without further incident.
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