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October
10, 2008 Volume 8,
Number 53 |
EAA EXAMINING TSA LARGE
AIRCRAFT SECURITY PROGRAM PROPOSAL
Several concerns apparent on initial
review
EAA is reviewing a new proposal released Thursday morning (October
9) by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that would
require all U.S. operators of aircraft exceeding 12,500 pounds maximum
take-off weight (MTOW) to implement a TSA-approved security program.
This is the first time that the government has proposed mandatory
security programs on aircraft used for personal transportation. The
proposal would implement a host of new security measures, including
fingerprinting and background checks of flight crews, vetting passengers
against the government's terrorist watch lists prior to every flight,
and security requirements for airports serving "large"
aircraft. Read
more
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EAA KICKS OFF 2008/2009
SWEEPSTAKES AT NBAA
 The
first entries in EAA's 2009 Share the Sprit Sweepstakes were made
Monday, October 6, at the opening of the National Business Aviation
Association's annual convention in Orlando, Florida. Visitors to the EAA
exhibit got an up-close look at the grand prize, a Flight Design MC
aircraft, and entry coupons were available at the opening.
Read more
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EAA MUSEUM
CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN OSHKOSH
 Last
weekend EAA celebrated the 25th anniversary of the EAA Aviation Center
and AirVenture Museum, commemorating the quarter century-long
relationship between EAA and the Oshkosh, Wisconsin community. For
members of the Oshkosh business sector, the anniversary began Friday
with a special presentation by EAA founder Paul Poberezny, who thanked
the community for its continued support over the years. After the
presentation, attendees had the chance to watch the GE-produced
AirVenture video highlighting the innovation and creativity found at
AirVenture Oshkosh each year. Read
more
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FAA SEEKS MORE INPUT ON
ADS-B
EAA Sees ARC Recommendations as Positive For GA
 The
FAA has reopened the proposed ADS-B implementation comment period
through November 3, 2008, to allow the public to weigh in on
recommendations from an Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) that was
charged with reviewing the Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast
(ADS-B) process. The ARC made a total of 36 specific recommendations (a
summary of which are found on pages 1-11 of the ARC document) and
according to EAA's Doug Macnair, vice president of government relations,
those recommendations are positive and favorable for general aviation.
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LAWRENCE REPORTS ON
LATEST ASTM LSA MEETING
One way EAA is helping on the affordable flying front is through its
involvement in ASTM International, the organization that facilitated
creation of the consensus standards for light-sport aircraft
manufacturers that were pivotal to the LSA movement. EAA's Earl
Lawrence, vice president of industry and regulatory affairs, attended
last week's ASTM meeting of the F-37 committee for LSA in Orlando,
Florida. As chairman of that committee, Lawrence notes that as the
industry matures, the committee's makeup is also evolving. Read
more
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EAA WELCOMES FIFTH
CHAPTER LEADERS ACADEMY
 This
weekend, a number of Chapter leaders from around the country will be in
Oshkosh for the fifth EAA Chapter Leaders Academy. This on-going series
is designed to bring chapter leaders and EAA staff together to learn
from one another and provide input and ideas to improve chapters locally
and internationally. More than 100 chapter leaders from throughout North
America have attended the first four sessions and there is space
available in upcoming months. So what is it like to attend? Take a look
at this
video from last April.
Upcoming EAA Chapter Leaders Academy
Schedule
January 23-25, 2009; February 27-March 1, 2009; March 27-29, 2009;
September 18-20, 2009; October 16-18, 2009. For more information, or to
reserve a spot, please send your contact information and your session
preference to chapters@eaa.org.
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EAA SPORTAIR CONCLUDES
SUCCESSFUL NEW HAMPSHIRE WORKSHOP
 EAA
SportAir Workshops graduated another class of eager homebuilt aircraft
enthusiasts September 27-28 at Daniel Webster College in Nashua, New
Hampshire. Weekend sessions drew more than 100 participants from the
region, including three students who traveled from Reykjavik, Iceland.
Classes offered included Sheet Metal assembly, Fabric Covering,
Composite Construction, Electrical Systems, Test Flying and an evening
course, What's Involved in Kitbuilding. Read
more
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ELECTRICAL & AVIONICS
WORKSHOP HAS SPACE AVAILABLE
There is still plenty of space available in the October 18-19 SportAir
Workshop "Electrical Systems, Wiring, and Avionics" at
Arlington, Washington. Held at the Arlington Fly-In headquarters, this
workshop focuses on installation processes, including antenna mounting;
coax cable installation; radio systems wiring; soldering and crimping
components; alternator and electrical system requirements; installation
of electrical systems, and more. The course includes several hands-on
practice projects designed to reinforce what's discussed in the
classroom. Find
out more, register
online, or call toll-free 800-967-5746.
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ONE SIX RIGHT PROJECTS
POSITIVE GA MESSAGE ON PUBLIC TV
 The
film One Six Right is playing a growing role as an ambassador on behalf
of general aviation's participants and advocates. Released for airing to
public television stations just six months ago, the program has already
been broadcast on a growing list of PBS affiliates - 71 at last count.
"One Six Right offers the general
aviation community a rare opportunity to communicate its positive
message to a huge public audience, and to reach out and connect with
viewers who are interested in aviation and may ultimately become members
of EAA," said Adam Smith, EAA vice president of member value.
"The film is both inspirational and educational, and does a
handsome job of raising the profile of general aviation, the
contributions it makes to our society, and, most importantly, the joy of
flight." Read
more
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EAA AIRCRAFT INSURANCE
TIP: APPROVED PILOTS
By Bob Mackey, Senior Vice President
Falcon Insurance Agency
 The
other day an old friend who I hadn't spoken to in many years called me
out of the blue to ask if I could help him with his airplane insurance.
After several minutes of "catching up," we got down to
discussing his airplane and what he needed. I gathered all the pertinent
details so I could get the most appropriate insurance coverage for the
best possible price. I got the airplane information (a really nice
tailwheel airplane), updated pilot experience (he is a professional
pilot so he has plenty), home airport details, and any special flying
needs, (i.e. ski-plane flying in the winter, travel outside the U.S.,
etc.). Read
more
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EAA'S B-17 TRAVELS TO THE
TAR HEEL STATE
 This
weekend EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast heads to Asheville, North Carolina,
October 10-12, for a tour stop hosted by EAA Chapter 1016. The following
week the Keep It Flying tour heads to Knoxville, Tennessee, where
EAA Chapter 17 will host the historic WWII bomber October 14-15. The
week after that the tour heads to Atlanta, Georgia (October 17-19) for a
tour stop hosted by EAA Chapter 690.
To book a flight at either one of these
stops please call 800-359-6217 or visit www.b17.org.
Pre-book prices are $359 for EAA members and $399 for non-members.
Walk-up prices are $385 for EAA members and $425 for non-EAA members.
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HOMEBUILDING HINTS OF
THE WEEK
Making a Sheet Metal Rib From Scratch
(Part 6 of 6)
 The
final
installment of our series features Kerry Fores shows how
"fluting" the rib flanges will straighten out your wing rib. Kerry works at Sonex Aircraft providing
technical assistance. There will be
times when you need to duplicate a hole in sheet metal. In this
week's second hint, EAA's Mark Forss shows how a strap duplicator
can solve the problem.
If you have a hint to
share with your fellow EAAers, we'd love to hear from you! Drop us a
note at Info@EAA.org, and please put
"Hints" in the subject line.
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EAA's Sport Aviation Online
Archive
 EAA
members have instant access to more that 50 years - that's 59,000 pages!
- of Sport Aviation magazine through the online Sport Aviation
Archives. That's every page of every issue between 1953 and 2006,
carefully scanned and archived, available with a few mouse clicks.
To do your own archive searches, or
browse through a back issue (from 1953-2006), visit http://members.eaa.org
(log-in required). The Sport Aviation online archive
is easy to use. Just log in with
your user name and password. If you don't have a user name and
password for access to the EAA Members Only website, click
here.
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WHERE ARE YOU FLYING THIS
WEEKEND?
 Culpeper
Airport Air Fest - Culpeper, Virginia
This FREE event has something for the entire family, plus will
feature the public air show debut of Art Nall's "World’s Only
Civilian-Flyable Harrier Jump Jet!" Also featured will be a variety
of aircraft on display. Kids activities include free airplane rides for
ages 8-17, demonstrations, arts & crafts, face painting and a model
airplane simulator. Contact: Tanya Woodward, 540-825-8280, or send
an e-mail.
New Bern MUMFest Fly-in - Craven
Regional Airport, New Bern, NC, USA
Come join The Flyin' Bears EAA Chapter 1171 as we celebrate New Bern
and MUMFest! Fly in to the Craven Regional Airport (EWN) in New Bern and
we will provide free refreshments, free transportation downtown and
back, and free visitors information. Tidewater Air will provide free
tie-downs and fuel discounts. Come see historic New Bern, the first
capital of North Carolina, while she prepares for her 300th birthday in
2010! For more information, visit www.eaachapter1171.org.
Contact: Ken Daub, 252-635-8757, or send
an e-mail.
And for more information about these events,
or to find/submit others, visit www.EAAcalendar.org.
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DIRECTOR,
INTERNATIONAL AEROBATIC CLUB
 The
IAC, a membership based organization dedicated to promoting and
enhancing the safety and enjoyment of sport aerobatics, is seeking an
executive director. Based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, this position will
serve the interests of the IAC community and its membership through the
development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan,
budget, goals and objectives in conjunction with the IAC Board of
Directors. In addition, this position will manage membership marketing,
contests, events, sponsor relationships, merchandising, website
development and marketing of IAC programs and initiatives. Learn more,
including how to apply, on the EAA
website.
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EAA 'TIMELESS VOICE OF
THE WEEK': ROBERT PROVOST
 Robert
Provost graduated from high school in 1942, and immediately joined the
National Youth Administration of FDR’s Works Progress Administration.
After attending a tech school, he went to work as a sheet metal helper
in a Seattle shipyard. Inspired by headlines about the Battle of
Guadalcanal and Navy Ace Joe Foss, Robert enlisted in the Navy and was
trained as a TBM Avenger pilot. While aboard the aircraft carrier USS
Cape Esperance on its way to deliver replacement pilots and airplanes to
the Pacific Theater, he experienced the devastating storm known to
history as Halsey’s Typhoon. After surviving the storm, the carrier
made its way to Ulithi and Robert joined Composite Squadron VC-88 aboard
the USS Saginaw Bay. He flew submarine patrols and combat missions
during the Battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. Today Robert is haunted by
some of the experiences he endured during the war, but he shared his
memories in this emotional interview. Watch
the video.
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SAVE $10 ON 'FROM THE
GROUND UP' DVD'S
 EAA,
in conjunction with Discovery Channel International, presents the
television series From the Ground Up, TV's first how-to aircraft
building program. From the Ground Up gives you the
behind-the-scenes tips and tricks of the trade, using an RV-8 kit as an
example. From uncrating to first flight, it is a great introduction to
homebuilding and restoration, offering a taste of the many skill-sets.
Get all 13 episodes on three DVDs for only $49.99 when ordered by
October 31 -- a savings of $10 off the regular price. Order
online or call our toll-free number, 800-564-6322. (EAA members
receive FREE shipping on all domestic orders of $50 or more through
October 31.)
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Q
& A:
Question of
the Week
I used
to enjoy reading the FAA Aviation News
magazine and was able to find it at just about every
FBO around the country. I haven’t seen it in quite
some time. Does the FAA still produce it?
Answer:
Yes
they do. If your airport FBO does not have a copy
and your FAA FSDO is too far away, then you can read
it online at
this link. That page also includes an archive of
issues going all the way back to 2001. Finally, if
you'd like to receive a hard copy of the magazine,
there's a link to the Government Printing office
where you can subscribe. Cost for the bi-monthly
magazine (6 issues/year) is $21.
Have a question?
To ask a question regarding government issues,
e-mail govt@eaa.org.
For questions about registration, airmen, aircraft
and medical certification, safety records,
performance, or any other matter, e-mail infoserv@eaa.org.
October
2008
EAA
Desktop Calendar
Brett Brock captured this beautiful Cessna 182 on floats
at the AirVenture Seaplane Base this year.
Download
this wallpaper image at the EAA
website, where you can choose among several different
resolutions to suit
your screen...or select an image from the archive.
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NEW FAA WEIGHT-SHIFT
TRIKE HANDBOOK AVAILABLE
The FAA has created a new handbook for those interested in flying
weight-shift trikes. The Weight-Shift Trike Flying Handbook is designed
as a technical manual for applicants preparing for a weight-shift trike
category rating who wish to improve their knowledge. The handbook
provides detailed coverage of emergency procedures, components and
systems, aerodynamics, powerplants, ground operations, flight maneuvers,
airport operations, and aeronautical decision-making. A free PDF version
of the handbook and can be downloaded from the FAA
website.
SKYCATCHER UNDERGOING
DESIGN REVIEW
Cessna's Model 162 SkyCatcher is undergoing a 60-day design review to
find out why the light-sport aircraft prototype crashed last month,
reports the Wichita Eagle. The pilot ejected from the plane during a
September 19 test flight while conducting a power-on, cross-controlled
spin test.
"We're trying to figure out what we need to do," Cessna CEO
Jack Pelton told the newspaper. "We hope it won't have a large
schedule slip, but we're going to get this figured out." The
original timetable for delivery was August-September 2009, said Angela
Landwehr, Cessna's manager of media relations. www.cessna.com
WOMEN IN AVIATION
PLANS 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE
Women in Aviation, International (WAI) will hold its 20th anniversary
conference in Atlanta on February 26-28, 2009, at the Atlanta Hyatt
Regency. With the theme "A New Approach to Your Tomorrow," the
conference will feature three days of activities. The day before
includes an all-day tour of the Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force
Base, followed by a tour of TIMCO Aviation Services in Macon, Georgia.
The conference is billed as a trade show and job fair with dozens of
educational sessions, speakers, and other social and networking events.
To register, visit www.wai.org.
LIBERTY AEROSPACE
LAUNCHES FREEDOM TOUR
Liberty Aerospace Inc. will
conduct launching a nationwide Freedom Tour for flight schools in the
United States. The tour will bring the Liberty XL2 to flight schools
throughout the nation, raising awareness of the benefits of operating
modern, fuel efficient aircraft in their fleet. Additional focus will be
placed on introducing both current and prospective students to the
Liberty XL2 and raising overall flight training awareness. The tour will
feature free introductory flights, giveaways, and a chance to enter to
win aviation prizes at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2009, including a Garmin
496 GPS, a Lightspeed Zulu ANR aviation headset, and others. Flight
schools interested in hosting the tour at their facility, or persons
wishing to attend the tour should contact Greg Gibson at 813-507-1799,
or visit www.thefreedomtour.com.
ASPEN AVIONICS EXPANDS
Aspen Avionics is now shipping its Evolution Flight Display (EFD) system
to authorized dealers on five continents, and is aggressively expanding
its dealer network outside the United States. Liberty Aerospace has
chosen Aspen's EFD as standard equipment for the Advanced IFR version of
its XL2 trainer aircraft, and Aspen is in advanced discussions with
additional aircraft OEMs. To support the company's growth into these new
markets, Aspen has promoted Robert Blaha to Director, OEM and
International Sales. Aspen also hired Anson Gray to replace Robert Blaha
as Western Regional Sales Manager. Learn more at www.aspenavionics.com.
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE
ADDS DIAMOND AIRCRAFT
The Department of Aerospace at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
has taken delivery of eight new Diamond DA40 CS aircraft. With these new
airplanes, MTSU now operates an all-G1000 fleet of 19 DA40s. These
latest airplanes also have the GFC 700 Automated Flight Control System
and Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT). For more information about MTSU,
visit http://aerospace.web.mtsu.edu.
For more information on Diamond Aircraft, visit www.diamondaircraft.com.
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Record-Setting
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