(WING-TIPS)
The Official
Monthly Electronic Newsletter of the
Southern Nevada EAA Chapter
1300
P O Box
34311
Las
Vegas, Nevada 89133-4311
Website:
www.EAAChapter1300.org
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Octoberl 2003
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_________________________Volume 4, Issue No.10
October
8th:
Our next meeting will in the
Grand Canyon room at the North Las Vegas Airport beginning at
7:30PM.
Remember a group of members
& guests meet at the Foot Hills Ranch for dinner at 6:00PM. All members
& guests are invited to attend.
October Meeting
Program:
The meeting guest speaker
will be Fran Tanassy, a WASP during WWII. Fran will have some very interesting
stories to tell us about during her flying days as a WASP.
President’s
Message:
No
Report
Secretary’s
Note Pad:
EAA Chapter
1300
September
10, 2003 Minutes
President
Walt Ayers convened the meeting at 1935 Hrs at Glenn Smith's hangar in Boulder
City. Twenty one members and two guests were present. Our guests were Matt
Cooper and Lee Darrahp. Matt Cooper has been a cardiology surgeon in Las Vegas
for the past 10 years and he flys an Extra 300. He's also became Chapter 1300's
newest member at this meeting. After the introduction of the guests Tom
Donaldson introduced our guest speaker, Mark Hall-Patton. Mark is the Aviation
Museum Administrator of the Howard Cannon Aviation Museum at McCarran Int'l
airport. The museum is named after Senator Cannon who served from 1958 to 1982.
The deregulation of the airlines in 1978 had a big impact on McCarran. It went
from 7 airlines to 14 airlines in one year and Senator Cannon played a large
role in commercial aviation development during his tenure. Mark then talked
about the main exhibits above baggage claim and also those at the A, B, and D
gates and those at Signature and North Las Vegas airport. Some other interesting
facts are: First flight in Las Vegas; 5-7-1920. First airport; 11-24-1920. First
airline; 4-17-1926. Mark discussed the history of of all the airports and events
that took place such as the Cessna endurance flight and the 1965 air races. He
concluded his program with an appeal to all old timers to help him with aviation
stories that he is not aware of.
Old
Business:
Reading
of the Minutes: A motion was made and seconded to forego reading of the previous
month's minutes since they are published on the Chapter web site. The motion
passed.
Treasurer's
Report: Treasurer Stan Roeske reported that total income for August was $78.23.
There were no expenses which left a Total Funds Balance Ending Aug 31, 2003 of
$2,750.03 less 510(c) (3) funds designated for Aviation Education Fund resulting
in a Total Uncommitted Funds for Chapter Use of $2,592.28.
New
Business:
Walt
Ayers announced that James Cullen will not be able to continue heading the Pilot
Assist program being planned by Chapter 1300. Other members of the committee
will continue with the planning. Jim Bonelli reported on the Overton Young
Eagles flights planned for Sep. 27, 2003. He expects 7-8 planes to
participate. Walt Ayers reported on
insurance coverage for Young Eagle flights. Clark County requires $5 million
coverage. Walt is working on lowering this amount. Ken Wyatt announced the
resumption of monthly fly-outs. The destination this month is Bishop, CA with a
planned ETA of 11:30 AM Pacific time. Dave Roebke reported on the previous
Centennial of Flight program. It was well attended and received many favorable
comments. Dave provided Young Eagle flight information to the young people
attending. The next Centennial of Flight program is scheduled for Oct 11th. For
more information check our Chapter web site or call Dave Roebke. Walt Ayers
asked if any Chapter member was interested in displaying his aircraft at the
upcoming Nellis airshow. Ken Wyatt and Glenn Smith had displayed their aircraft
last year and they reported that the show sponsors did not provide any support.
Response was mainly negative and someone suggested that the Chapter just man an
information booth to disseminate information on our Chapter activities. Stan
Roeske encouraged those who have changed e-mail address's to notify him. Roland
Fraga wondered how many people at on dial up on their computers. His concern is
that the web site contains many more pictures now and it might take a long time
to download on dial up. Ken Wyatt announced that the November meeting will be at
Glenn Smith's hangar in Boulder City. Don't forget to BYOC(bring your own
chair).The 50-50 drawing was won by Walt Ayers, who donated it back to the
Chapter. Refreshments for the evening were provided by Stan & Carol Roeske.
The meeting was adjourned at 2107 Hrs.
Respectfully
submitted,
Herman
Leong
Welcome New Members:
No
Report
Wanted Newsletter
Editor:
The chapter is looking for a
volunteer newsletter editor to take over the newsletter. Ken Wyatt has served as
editor for over three years and he would like to be replaced by a member willing
to try his/her hand as editor of the production the “WING TIP”. If you would
like to volunteer as editor, please contact Walt Ayers (702-795-8288 or walt_ayers@lvcm.com)
or Ken Wyatt (702-349-7795
or airportbum@att.net).
Flying Activities / Family
Picnic:
The October flying activity
will be the chapter’s Annual Family Picnic at Jean on October 18th,
arrive by 11:00AM and bring a cover dish or desert to share. The chapter will
furnish the Drinks, Water, Hotdogs, Burgers and Condiments. Last year, we had a
great turn out and everyone had a good time. So mark your calendar and plan on attending the
Chapter’s Annual Picnic on the 18th. Fly, Drive or
Ride…..
Do it Safely and Enjoy Your
Day.
Webpage
Material:
Everyone is encouraged
to submit material, information or pictures of interest to chapter members for
publication on the Chapter’s Webpage. Send whatever you have to Roland Fraga,
WebMaster,
email address: pilotrf@earthlink.net
The chapter webpage URL is:
http://www.EAAChapter1300.org Be sure to Bookmark this
URL.
Young
Eagles:
The 2003 Young
Eagle Flight Rally Schedule:
Check with Jim Bonelli or the Young Eagle Flight Leader group emails.
Refreshment
Calendar:
If you would like to
volunteer to bring the meeting refreshment to one of our monthly meetings,
please email airportbum@att.net or call
Ken Wyatt at 349-7795 to sign up.
October 8, 2003
Ken & Phyllis Wyatt
November 12, 2003
December 10, 2003
Jim & Jan Bonelli
Thanks
for reading the newsletter and we will see you at the meeting on the 8th. Bring
a friend…..