Inside This Issue... OCTOBER NOVEMBER PREZ SEZ. Volume 30 Issue 10 2nd Place McKillop Award 1996 & 1999 OCTOBER 2018

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1 Volume 30 Issue 10 2nd Place McKillop Award 1996 & 1999 OCTOBER 2018 PREZ SEZ By Tim Sullivan With the passing of John Spencer, EAA 512 will hold a special November pancake breakfast in his memory. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Angel Flight program. Please find the details within this newsletter. As we begin to wrap up the year your elected EAA board is working on a number of items to improve the hangar, and activities for the remainder of this year and on into next year. It is the time of year that we start looking at electing the new EAA board for next year. I have served in every capacity for the chapter over the last 20 years, and this year as your president has been the pinnacle of my experiences with our chapter. I want to invite YOU to bring your talents forward and consider being on the board. It is a challenging and rewarding experience that every member should participate in for at least one term. If you are not able to be a board member, then there are many committees that can also use your talents. We have a vibrant active chapter and your assistance is the key to our chapter s vitality. Nothing brings more joy to pilots and kids than a Young Eagles event. Last Saturday chapter pilots flew over 35 kids; lots and lots of smiles on faces as they exited the planes. I had the chance to talk to the parents during the event and almost all of them said their kid(s) want to be pilots. Some of them will be starting our ground school classes next year. Some will be joining the Civil Air Patrol and some will be working very hard to be placed in one of our service academies. I wish them all the best in their journey of aviation; they are our future and will carry on our joy of flying. Someday I hope they will be writing this letter from the president and in turn passing along the same encouragement and love of flying to their successor generations as well. Fly safe all. OCTOBER 17 Monthly Social Hour & Meeting 6:00pm 21 Movie Night - Spitfire 5:00pm NOVEMBER 3 Special Pancake Breakfast 8:00am 6 IMC/VMC meeting 7:00pm 14 Board Meeting 6:00pm 21 Monthly Social Hour & Meeting 6:00pm 25 Move Night 5:00pm *All events at the EAA Hangar unless noted Inside This Issue... Calendar of Upcoming Events 1 From the President 1 Membership Meeting Info 2 Leadership 2 BOD Minutes (attached to the bottom) Events & Activities 3... Disclaimer: The Hangtown Strobe is the official publication of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 512 of Placerville, California for the use, education and enjoyment of chapter members and others to whom it is provided. NO claim is made, NO responsibility and NO liability is assumed, expressed or implied as to the accuracy or safety of material presented. Use of information, ideas, etc. presented here is done so at the risk of the user with recourse to no one.

2 OCTOBER 2018 The Hangtown Strobe Page 2 Our organization cannot run without leadership, and our leadership has been phenomenal! At this time each year, the Board of Directors positions open for nominations, and we encourage you to consider adding your name to the hat. We are a vibrant, active, busy chapter with wonderful members and volunteers. We are currently aware that the position of President and the position of Secretary will be replaced with other members willing to step up to the plate. Will this be YOU? Of course, all positions are open for nominations. As Tim said, It is a challenging and rewarding experience that every member should participate in for at least one term. Nominations for board members for next year will be opened at this week s general meeting on Wednesday, October 17th, Our nominating committee chair is Glenn Gordon. Please let Glenn know if you are interested in running. Votes will be taken at the November general meeting on 11/21. Please see Glenn on 10/17 at the meeting or contact him via text or phone at or via at freerangequark@gmail.com Chapter Board of Directors: President: Tim Sullivan (530) timpvf@pacbell.net Past Pres: Rob Bulaga (916) rbulaga@sbcglobal.net Vice President: Jim Wilson (916) james.wilson.consulting@gmail.com Secretary: Kim Stein (916) dksfly@comcast.net Treasurer: Al Herron (530) herronpvf@sbcglobal.net General Directors: Dick Wampach: (530) rwampach@att.net John McPherson : (530) jgmcplt@pacbell.net Chapter Committee Chairmen: Membership : Al Herron (530) herronpvf@sbcglobal.net Young Eagles: Jim Wilson (916) james.wilson.consulting@gmail.com Webmaster: Kim Stein (916) dksfly@comcast.net Newsletter Editor: Judi Gordon (847) glennandjudi@gmail.com Scholarship Chair : New committee EAA Flight Advisors: Hal Stephens (530) , (530) (cell) aerohal@comcast.net EAA Technical Counselor / IMC & VMC / FAASTeam Coordinator: Dick Wampach: (530) rwampach@att.net

3 YOUNG EAGLES FLIGHT A BEAUTIFUL DAY! By Jim Wilson By all measures, especially the smiles on kids faces, we had a very successful Young Eagles flight on Saturday, October 13. Forty (four zero) kids took flight on a beautiful clear day! The seven aircraft and pilots did a phenomenal job getting their airplanes ready for a 9 AM launch. This included Hal in his 67 Mooney who explained to kids it rhythms with money, fighter pilot Jose in his 65 low rider Cherokee, John in his beautiful l straight tail Cessna 182, Judi in her cute little Cessna , Al in the swift RV7A, and pulling up the rear with tail draggers, Jason s 67 GCAA Citabria and Glenn in the Marquart Charger bi-plane, the hit of the cool crowd. To start off the morning with a bang, the TV crew from Good Day Sacramento arrived at the gate at 7 AM looking to broadcast live and tell the story of Young Eagles. Before I could even get a cup of coffee, the cameras were rolling. This is like 60 Minutes at your front door wanting to ask you questions. I turned the assignment over to Tim. He did a great job assisting the cute reporter into his Long EZ and closing the canopy. End of broadcast!

4 This being my first YE flight as the YE coordinator, I felt like a ticket agent at the Southwest boarding gate when the reservation system goes down. I have 40 kids and 40 parents who all want to board the next flight out of Placerville. I have all the boarding passes and the parents are looking for their tickets. Despite the rush in the terminal (hangar), everyone showed patience and the first flights (Group A) got on the roll at 9 AM. Group B, C and D marched to the east ramp where the first flights recovered and the next round of kids boarded. Many thanks to the Civil Air Patrol Cadets who escorted the kids to aircraft on the ramp, and crew of ground handlers lead by Wayne Campbell and Nat Prince, assisted by Rick Gaylord, Walter and Helen. The last flight was out the gate at 11:30 and was the only aborted mission. Judi taxied out with her Young Eagle and did her run up, the plane rocked and rolled slightly, and she returned to the ramp. Not a bad mag check, but a very nervous young girl. Log 0.1 for the record! Nearly all the families returned to the hangar picnic area for hot dogs, chips, Audrey s cookies and apple juice. Kids really like hot dogs and can eat more than the pilots. Thank you, Helen for making me a shortage list, MORE CATSUP, MORE HOT DOGS, MORE OF EVERYTHING! All in all, a great day.

5 OCTOBER 2018 The Hangtown Strobe Page 3 Fleet Week from the Fleet - by Al Herron Fleet Week for me has been an elusive goal. In the twenty-three years I ve lived in Northern California, I had never managed to attend. That changed this year, and in spectacular fashion. Our chapter president, Tim Sullivan, is a man of many interests. One of them is sailing. For most of us, that would probably mean buying a small used day sailor and luffing around Folsom Lake. Not Tim. Not one to do things by halves, Tim belongs to a sailing club in Sausalito and has earned the necessary certificates to captain large sailing vessels on San Francisco Bay. For Saturday of Fleet Week, Tim arranged a charter of the Laulea, a 42-foot Lagoon catamaran. By nine am Saturday, Tim and his wife Angela, and other chapter members Dale and Amy Kral, Rick Gaylord, Dan and Kim Stein, and myself and my wife Gail were gathered at the sailing school clubhouse and ready to go. We were all eager to board and get underway as there is a lot of competition for prime anchoring spots near Alcatraz Island from which to view the Fleet Week air show. However, we were still short one couple: Mark and Deanie Zeitlin were due to fly in to nearby Gnoss field in their Cozy canard, but had been delayed in their departure from Tehachapi by fog and low clouds. That s OK, we re pilots, we get it, hats off for good decision making! We were anxiously following their texted progress reports as they made their approach and then a quick Uber ride to the Marina; they arrived just as the cleaning crew announced the boat was ready to board. Forty-five minutes later we were anchored just off the west shore of Alcatraz, drinks and snacks at hand and ready to watch the show. Beautiful, bright clear day on the bay and couldn t ask for better. The only fly in the ointment was flies! Thousands of them had decided to vacation from their day jobs on Alcatraz and take a sea cruise on our boat! They were only a minor annoyance, however, and Tim & Kim enthusiastically set about on an eradication mission, merrily swiping and swatting all they could. Wasn t terribly effective, but most entertaining to watch.

6 Soon, the air show began. Performers included Sean. D. Tucker & Team Oracle, the Patriots jet team, the Navy Leap Frogs, fly-bys by a C-130 and United Airlines 777, U.S Coast helicopter rescue demonstrations, and of course, capping the show, the Blue Angels. We had front row seats, if by front row you mean sitting right in the middle of the stage during the performance. Several times one or more of the bright blue-and-yellow FA-18s would make tight turns around us, coming in low and fast just over the top of the Alcatraz prison buildings; we were right at the center of the arc they flew. When they made their iconic bomb burst maneuver, it was directly over our mast. The cruise back to port was briefly interrupted by Tim and first mate Bob (one of the sailing school members) stopping to rescue a boat cushion that had fallen off another boat, with Bob becoming soaked in the process. Dinner that night was at local restaurant named Fish, very good! Some of us left for home after, while others stayed aboard overnight (there are three nice cabins). We all met at Fred s the next morning and celebrated over a delicious breakfast before departing for home.

7 OCTOBER 2018 The Hangtown Strobe Page 4 We are holding a special pancake breakfast on November 3rd in memory of John Spencer. Our proceeds will be donated to Angel Flight in John s honor. Willard John Spencer November 28, September 4, 2018 November 3rd is the final Pancake Breakfast of the year bring your family and friends Proudly serving Starbucks Coffee!!! A special Thank you to Starbucks store in the Forklift Shopping Center, Cameron Park, for their generous donation of coffee and other supplies. They have supported us for over 10 years now. So, when you go in there, please thank the staff. Chapter member W. John Spencer, tragically perished in an accident while on a volunteer Angel Flight mission. Thankfully, his patient and passenger survived. Our chapter has made a donation to the Dachsund Rescue of Northern California in his memory. We Want Your Batteries! Hal is collecting batteries for recycling. We are no longer taking metal, please let people know to not drop off metal at the hangar. 1st Tuesday of the Month 7pm 8pm The EAA Hangar This month s meeting will be run by Rolf Konstad as Dick will be recovering from knee surgery.

8 My First Fly-In by Walter Brand My first fly-in really started out as a drive-in. Since our airplane only carries two passengers, it was decided my mom and I would be ground crew and bring in all the necessary camping gear. Driving to Columbia from Placerville takes about 2 hours and flying in our plane about 35 minutes. That is a big difference. When we arrived at Columbia Airport (O22) we had a little trouble finding the gate that would take us to the campground. After driving around in a circle and almost becoming dizzy we finally got accurate directions and selected a campsite. We met up with my dad and sister in the parking area along the grass strip where tow long colorful rows of Bellanca s and a few other type aircraft made for a beautiful display. We roamed along the rows of planes enjoying the many designs and meeting new pilots along the way. Back at camp the sounds of laughter could be heard throughout and the occasional ring of the horseshoe game being played. A few more planes rolled in just in time for dinner. At the dinner hall, we were treated to a wonderful spaghetti and salad feed. After dinner, a couple of gentlemen came over to chat and introduce themselves. They inquired what kind of plane we had flown in for the event. It was quickly learned that one of them had just purchased a kit like our Citabria. His face lit up and he really wanted to have a look at our plane. He asked my dad a ton of questions. Then he told us he owned the biplane and at that moment turned to ask me if I had ever done any aerobatics in our plane. I told him we hadn t yet but that I had always wanted to perform a loop. He confirmed with me that I don t get motion sickness and the next thing I knew, I was being invited to fly with him early in the morning. At 6:30 am sharp I found myself harnessed in the front seat of the biplane. As we parted the cold morning mist, I knew I was destined for a joy ride. The engine roared. The grass was unearthed. The trees shrank below the wings as the Starduster II defeated gravity. Once we climbed to pattern altitude, I asked if we could make a low pass for dawn patrol. The pilot replied with a big YES so we remained in the pattern, turned base to final and swooped down with full power making plenty of noise to wake the people in camp then pulled up nicely at the end of the runway for that lovely g-force feeling. Later when we were miles from the airport and at a safe altitude, we began some aerobatic maneuvers. The first maneuver was a smooth roll which was really exciting and then we did a 4 point roll which was even better. We also did a loop. The thrilling part of the loop was when you feel weightlessness as you are upside down looking straight off the wing, thousands of feet down at the ground and praying your harness holds! After we were back on the ground, I gave many thanks to the pilot for sharing this amazing experience of flight with me. I skipped back to camp thinking this was the best fly-in/drive-in ever!

9 OBTOBER 2018 The Hangtown Strobe Page 5 Monthly Board of Directors Meeting Minutes are now located at the end of the newsletter. By Al Herron EAA 512 Movie Night Presents Spitfire The Plane That Saved the World (2018) VIEW THE TRAILER HERE!! This movie was premiered this year at AirVenture Oshkosh. SYNOPSIS: A feature documentary about the people and the planes that helped win World War II. Through people personally connected to the events, the film investigates the story of how the Spitfire, its stablemate, the Hawker Hurricane, and its great adversary, the Messerschmitt 109 came into being during the huge advances in aviation in the interwar period. And then how the pilots fared in combat, three miles up in the skies over Europe, Africa and Asia. Date: October 21, 2018, 5:00 pm social, 6:00 pm movie Snacks & Drinks : Bring your own RSVP: No RSVP is necessary

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11 OCTOBER 2018 The Hangtown Strobe Page 7 Private Pilot Ground School Saturdays 0900 to 1300 for 11 weeks starting January 19, 2019 by Rolf Konstantin EAA Chapter 512 hosts an annual low-cost Private Pilot ground school. The class covers the academic portion of what is needed to obtain a private pilot's license. Successful completion will qualify you to take the FAA Private Pilot written examination, which you must pass before you can take your Private Pilot Airplane Practical Test - i.e., the FAA checkride for your private pilot's license. The class may be taken independently or in concurrence with flight training. You must take your FAA checkride within 24 calendar months of passing the written exam. Our ground school class starts in January every year. We meet every Saturday until April. Classes meet at the EAA Hangar at the Placerville Airport. Cost includes an instructor fee of $75 and approximately $75 for materials. If you already have materials (private pilot text book, E6B flight calculator, aviation navigation plotter, and FAA test supplements) and they are reasonably current, you may use those and save about half the cost. This class is geared to new pilot candidates but is also an excellent refresher for existing or returning pilots. To reserve a spot, call Jim at or james.wilson.consulting@gmail.com Doors open to the Public at 8 A.M Spectator admission $5 at the gate. Over 500 Cars 50 Aircraft of All Eras Airplane Rides Available For event details, click here. Register your aircraft here.

12 EAA Chapter 512 Monthly Board of Directors Meeting Minutes October 10, 2018 Meeting called to order at: 1830PM by: Tim Sullivan Board Members Present: Tim Sullivan, President Present Jim Wilson, Vice President Present Al Herron, Treasurer Present Kim Stein, Secretary Present Dick Wampach, General Director John McPherson, General Director Present Rob Bulaga, Past President Present Hal Stevens, General Director Present Others in Attendance Glenn and Judi Gordon CHAPTER BUSINESS (Old & New) Board Member & Committee Reports Tim Sullivan President Heaters: Tim and Dick met with and received the following quotes to replace our heaters: Trevor Hahn quoted $8200 to replace existing system with new similar system & Heat Pump system quote was provided for AC/Heat: 1 diffuser $4950; 2 diffusers $6950.

13 Discussion pursued on systems Dick made motion to repeal the motion from 8/8/18 to have YES purchase heaters and assist with installation. He continued the motion that the Heat pump system be installed. After additional discussions Rob amended the motion to specifically note 2 diffusers ; Kim amended the motion contingent on electrical inspection and that the cost (including tax and any miscellaneous costs) not exceed $8000. Kim 2 nd and Vote was unanimous - the motion carries as above. Book Exchange box is almost done No update from county on plane break ins Glenn has agreed to head the nominating committee and will start working on finding members wanting to get more involved. President & Secretary positions are open. Nomination will be open until November General Meeting, when we have the election. Jim Wilson - Vice President Young Eagles: 36 YE and 6 pilots to date; Channel 13 will be out at 7am to interview Pancake Breakfast $758 gross, good turn out NOVEMBER Special Pancake Breakfast Memorial for John Spencer I Kim made motion that all proceeds from the special pancake breakfast be donated to Angel Flight [West] n his name. Al 2 nd, Vote unanimous motion carries Storage building has a home, but not until next spring. We have requested that they paint the shed. PROGRAMS: Month Program October Dave Lugert Trip to WY November TBD December Christmas Party (date tbd) Kim/Dan Stein Secretary No report Kim will update website with current dates Al Herron Treasurer Membership: 2017 end 44; right now 38 membership have renewed Accounts: As of 10/10/18 General Checking - $13, Business Savings - $ 2, Business Savings - $ 3, Time Deposit* - $ 4, Basics Checking - $

14 *Nov 8 th money will be removed from CD Dick Wampach - General Director IMC/VMC Club: Nov 6 Rolf will substitute for Dick Fly Out Minter Air Museum 11/3 John McPherson - General Director Will be putting together a display and info for the Placerville Library. Would like help from anyone interested. GENERAL Movie night: Glenn will put together a trailer and show at general meeting. General Meeting: No picnic; Social 6pm and 7pm Meeting adjourned at 2028PM by: Tim Sullivan