Minutes for the FVFC meeting July 8, 2010

The meeting was held in Barry and Christine's hangar at Clow Airport

Meeting was called to order by Roger K. at 7:03pm

Roger welcomed the members, (no visitors attended) read the mission statement and reviewed the meeting agenda.
 

BUSINESS

The secretary read the minutes from the June meeting

The Treasurer reported a balance of $ 2,677.08 with 47 total paid members. It was noted that the balance did not include $500 deposit made for the Christmas party

It was also noted that a large amount of beer and soda was left over from the June picnic and that $86 was spent on hot dogs for the picnic due to having them delivered UPS.

 

Education/ Training

John (former waiter now serving in the Army) Is now a licensed Pilot, and is working toward his instrument and helicopter ratings.

It was reported that john had the hardest instructor for his initial training and received the top score in his group.
 

Web-site

Up to date with all Oshkosh preparation/pilot brief information
 

CLOW REPORT

See education/training

 

CUSHING REPORT

It was reported at the time of the meeting that the field was dry. Several pilots had started flying/training in the Evectors and initial reports were very positive.
 

CONTINUING BUSINESS

 

OSHKOSH PLANNING

Departure on Wed 7/28; Return on Sat 7/31

Roger K. – Going up early to reserve the camp sites

Brian G. – Airboss; Flying to Oshkosh presentation is on the FVFC web-site. Brian has volunteered to start the “OSH Planning” e-mail chain

Barry W. – Will get the tent to Clow

Jim – Loaning his 12 x 6 trailer for ground transport. Steve V. will tow the trailer up on Sunday 25th. Need a volunteer to tow it back?

Trailer to be loaded at Clow the morning of the 24th then moved to Cushing for final loading. Who is towing the trailer to Cushing?????

Roger K – Offered to haul up the grill if it can not be fit in the trailer.

Joe S – Will supply a generator

Tom H – Coordinating the communal dinner planning. Has two teams in place, needs to find volunteers for the third night

As of the meeting. 10 to 12 aircraft will be flying up.

 

SCHEDULE, post Oshkosh

August meeting, 8/5/10 at Barry and Christine’s hanger.

September meeting, moved to the second Thursday, 9/9/10

Clow Picnic, Saturday 9/11/10

 

PROJECT UPDATE

Steve V; Kitfox – Moving along slowly

Andrew K; Cassult – moving along slowly

Roger K; RV7 – no progress reported

Tom H; Kitfox – 2nd coat of UV has been applied. Tom reported the finishing process involves a lot of sanding, he also reported that he decided to re-do the leading edge tape which cost him 2 weeks of work.
 

FLYING REPORTS

Christine W. flew to St Louis in the Archer. Flew down Friday and back Saturday. Reported fine flying weather both ways. First time flying the plane heavily loaded with full tanks on a hot day, very long takeoff roll.

Brian G. reported having a delightful local flight

Mick flew to Eagle Creek north of Indianapolis. Mick reported that it is a very nice airport with great accommodating people. Mick noted that the local motel owner came and picked him up

Don and Joe flew to the Mt. Morris pancake breakfast. Joe reported that two Super Cubs decided to show off by taking off across the runway. One made it ok but the second caught his wheels in the corn and spun the plane in. No injuries reported but extensive damage to the plane.

Phil B. reported he flew several days the week before. Phil flew up to Oshkosh only to find the run way closed for repair. Flew to the Ohio area, covered 800 miles in 2 days
 

CAVALCADE REPORT

FVFC team performed well supporting the Ford Tri-motor. Received Kudos from EAA chapter 461. FVFC banner was prominently displayed

Mick flew as a passenger and noted it was more fun than expected. All those who flew in the Tri-motor had a great time.

Brian G. flew in the co-pilot seat and got to fly the plane through the pattern. Brian noted that the plane is “a pig” and takes a lot of effort to move the controls.
 

GOOD OF THE CLUB

It was reported that a pilot flying from Cushing field made a forced landing near a road in a 2 seat Quicksilver.

It was reported that the pilot contacted Cushing management for assistance.  The local police became involved. Cushing management was unable to assist this pilot.

All pilots should understand that their actions, positive and negative, reflect on the entire flying community.

Phil B. reported that Kent C. was scheduled for open heart surgery. A motion was passed to have Phil send a gift/flowers on behalf of the club, up to $100

The local events in July were discussed

Thanks to Brian, Tom, Joe and Dee for being the food crew for the meeting

Meeting adjourned at 9:05pm