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UPCOMING
EVENTS
This Week's
Scheduled
Activities
September 21 - LANSING, MI - Chapter 260 Careers in
Aviation, 708-672-9865
September 21-22 - Abilene, TX - Southwest
EAA Fly-In, 800-727-7704
www.swrfi.org
September
21-23 - PINE BLUFF, AR - 21st Annual KR Gathering at Grider Field (PBF),
870-535-3294
blindate@seark.net
September
21-23 - CULLMAN, AL - Cullman Airport and Wallace State College Helicopter
Dept sponsored 7th Annual North Alabama Rotorcraft Fly-In,
256-775-1011
wscc-flt@cneti.com
September
22 - MT. VERNON, IL - Chapter 1155 5th Annual Little Egypt
Fly-In/Verteran’s Reunion, 618-244-3303
www.eaa1155.org
September
22 - SALEM, IN - Washington County Pilots Assn sponsored Breakfast
Gathering, 812-883-5858
September 22 - ALTOONA, PA - Second Annual
Central States Assoc. Pennsylvania Canard Fall Foliage Fly-In at
Altoona/Blair County Airport (AOO), 814-942-4653
September 22 -
ASHEBORO, NC - Chapter 1176 Aerofest 2001, 336-879-2830
September
22 - KALAMAZOO, MI - Air Zoo Invitational Model Contest,
616-382-6555
September 22 - SAN JOSE, CA - Reid-Hillview Airport
Day, 408-274-2459
September 22 - OCEAN CITY, NJ - Ocean City
Municipal Airport sponsored Annual Air Festival,
609-399-0907
September 22 - MANSFIELD, MA - Chapter 701 20th
Anniversary/Fly-In/Airport Open House, RESCHEDULED:
OCT. 20, 508-339-3624
September 22 - WETUMPKA, AL -
Chapter 822 Fall Fly-In, 334-279-8418
September 22 - GLENCOE, MN -
Chapter 92, First Annual Brat & Corn Feed Fly-In,
320-238-2376
September 22 - BAKERSFIELD, CA - Pacific Wing &
Ride Fly-In at Meadows Field, 619-834-5029
September 22 - FREEPORT,
IL - Chapter 475 Fall Fly-In, 815-233-4484
September 22-23 -
LEBANON, TN - Chapter 863 Annual Chapter Fly-In at (M54)
LWILLI6318@aol.com
September
22-23 - NASHUA, NH - Second Annual Aviation Heritage Festival sponsored by
Daniel Webster College, 603-577-6625
www.dwc.edu/festival
September
23 - PORT CLINTON, OH - Chapter 1247 Fly-In at Carl Keller Field
(PCW)
jpark@cros.net
September 23
- SIMSBURY, CT - Chapter 324 16th Annual Simsbury Fly-In, 860-408-0040,
jbellino@snet.net
September 23 - PALMYRA, IL - Old Flyers
Reunion at Zelmer Memorial Airport, 618-778-5752
September 23 -
SPRINGFIELD, SD - Airport Breakfast (KY03)
September 23 - LANSING,
MI - Chapter 260 Pancake Breakfast/Fly-In, 708-672-9865
September
23-26 - DULUTH, MN - The 312th Bomb Group Assn. sponsored 53rd Consecutive
Reunion, 218-245-3970, cgmewt@is;oml/me
EAA SportAir
Workshops
Next Workshops: · SEPT 21-23, 2001, OSHKOSH, WI
Topic: Lancair
Assembly
SEPT 21-23, 2001, GRIFFIN, GA Topic: RV
Assembly
See the complete schedule of
upcoming SportAir Workshops.
Desktop Photo of the Month
A unique aerial view of the "coolest place at
AirVenture" - the EAA Seaplane Base - is the featured desktop image for
September. Just visit the download page on the
EAA website and follow directions.
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The
Official Electronic Newsletter of EAA
September 18, 2001 Volume 1,
Number 21
Special
Edition
Welcome to a Special Edition of
EAA HOT LINE, the new weekly e-mail newsletter for members of the
Experimental Aircraft Association, its divisions and affiliates. This
newsletter provides a quick summary of what’s happening at EAA, with
direct links to the EAA website for the full story. We welcome your
comments and suggestions to ehotline@eaa.org |
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News You Can Use
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EAA joins the rest of the
nation in remembering those who were killed or injured as a result the
tragic events of Sept. 11. We urge all EAA members to hold these victims
and their families in their thoughts and
prayers.
This special
edition of EAA E-Hotline is brought to you as an information source
regarding general aviation and its status following the attack on America
on Tuesday, Sept. 11.
VFR Flight Still Prohibited Except in
Alaska
EAA hopes you find this
information useful as we work to put VFR general aviation back in the sky
in the quickest, safest and most responsible manner possible. Please visit
the following links for continuous updates.
NOTAMs | Event Updates | FAQs | Relief Help | e-HOT LINE | Restricted Airspace
Maps
A Message from EAA President Tom
Poberezny
Updated 9/18/2001,
4:15 p.m. (CDT)
Efforts continue to
return all general aviation flights to the skies. Part 137 agricultural
and pipeline inspection flights were reactivated beginning this week. But
we have heard from numerous EAA members, especially those involved in
general aviation businesses, regarding the economic hardship caused by the
grounding of VFR flying. Those economic issues support the No. 1 goal of
EAA and its affiliate, the National Association of Flight Instructors
(NAFI) — returning general aviation to where it was prior to the events of
Sept. 11.
As a result of national security concerns, the Dept. of
Defense is currently responsible for the nation’s airspace. We are
actively seeking more information on the issues that are keeping VFR
flights grounded and when movement might be expected on those issues.
Meanwhile, FAA is meeting with national security officials today (Sept.
18) on the possibilities to get VFR flights operating once
again.
What economic hardships are occurring?
Late this
morning, I talked with FAA Administrator Jane Garvey prior to her meeting
with the National Security Council. Included on the agenda were airspace
issues and VFR flights. It was a productive conversation, as Administrator
Garvey concurred with EAA’s position that the continued grounding of VFR
flight has caused tremendous economic ramifications within the GA
community. She agreed that America’s aviation infrastructure is fragile
and that suspension of any part creates enormous difficulties, as
demonstrated by the airlines. This information was timely in advance of
her NSC meeting. A balance must be maintained between national security
issues and economic hardships. Along with communications received by EAA
and NAFI, we are surveying GA and ultralight flight instructors, kit and
accessory manufacturers, Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) and other business to
gauge the depth of the economic difficulties. Such economic impact
examples were among statements rushed to FAA Headquarters this morning. We
continue gathering more of this material to support our position. This and
additional information will also be included in EAA’s testimony before the
House Aviation Subcommittee on Tuesday, Sept. 25.
EAA has also
contacted the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Federal
Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) regarding relief for these
businesses hit hard by the current restrictions. President Bush reiterated
today his desire for the nation to return to normal business as quickly as
possible. General aviation must be freed to join that recovery
effort.
What can individual EAA members and other aviation
enthusiasts do to help?
First of all, support your aviation
organizations, whether it is EAA or one of the other organizations working
diligently on behalf of general aviation. The united efforts of these
organizations will do much to present the importance of general
aviation.
Also, be ready to enjoy your freedom of flight when the
VFR restrictions are lifted. It is important to show that these privileges
are important and utilized. In addition, we may be coming back to members
in the future, asking you to contact elected officials and support local
aviation activities.
(Previous Messages >From
Tom Poberezny)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the status of general aviation,
particularly recreational aviation, at this point?
As of Monday morning, Sept. 17, general aviation
flights (including business flights, recreational flights and other
aviation activities) in the continental United States are starting to
resume on a limited basis. It is critical that pilots who are allowed to
fly at this time show the highest level of responsibility and
decision-making skills to ensure that the remaining parts of the National
Airspace System can also resume operations in the near future. How the
aviation community handles these early steps will go a long way in
determining how quickly the rest of the system will come up as
well.
Regular announcements over recent days have allowed general
aviation to resume many flight operations. General aviation flights
generally are not allowed within 25 nautical miles of New York City and
Washington, D.C. Those restrictions will be kept in place until further
notice as officials continue to assess the recovery situation in those
cities over the near term.
FAA is also permitting aircraft owners
to evacuate their aircraft under visual flight rules (VFR) from harm’s way
during the predicted approach of Tropical Storm Gabrielle within the
states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama.
“We are
restoring the national airspace system in a phased manner, after careful
evaluation of the safety and security issues in each sector,” DOT
Secretary Norman Mineta said. “Again, I ask the patience of the flying
public. Please remember that we are recovering from a massive disruption
and widespread shock. But very soon we will work our way back to full
recovery.”
All pilots should carefully research all appropriate
preflight information, including all temporary flight restrictions and
airport notices, via DUATS and/or Flight Service
Stations.
EAA, along with other aviation groups,
remain in continual communication with government officials and agencies,
elected leaders and others.
When will general aviation, including recreational
flights, be allowed again?
As
primary security, rescue and recovery priorities are met in these first
days following the tragedies, and there are no disruptions in the limited
airspace system that is open, focus will return to putting the remainder
of general aviation operations back in the sky.
EAA understands
that restrictions on general aviation are creating an economic hardship on
many people and companies. Those economic hardships, as well as the
potential resource of the general aviation community, are among the points
to be considered to quickly and efficiently returning general aviation
operations to the sky.
The National Airspace System is
being opened in segments to maintain the highest levels of security. We
urge all recreational pilots to understand that the current situation is
unprecedented, and national security measures have top priority at this
moment. It is up to all pilots to respect the temporary flight
restrictions that have been put in place during this period. The level of
responsibility and conduct displayed during this emergency period will
help expedite the return of the remaining segments of the National
Airspace System.
Restoring full general aviation operations
continues to be EAA’s focus. EAA is working closely with other general
aviation organizations seeking the return of “normal” flying activities,
including the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA, available at
www.aopa.org) and the National Business
Aviation Association (NBAA, available at www.nbaa.org).
When can I fly VFR again?
Currently, all
national airspace is under the control of national security authorities,
not FAA or the U.S. Department of Transportation. EAA has been advised
that this is because a viable threat remains from unmonitored small and
large aircraft operations, including ultralights. FAA and DOT are in the
process of presenting a plan to national security officials to return VFR
operations to our nation’s airspace. An exact timetable for such a
resumption has not yet been established.
Why is my small aircraft
considered a risk?
National security officials at the
highest levels of government will make the ultimate decision on the return
of VFR operations. Currently, those officials believe there still are
threats to security within the country. Therefore, they are taking
unprecedented precautions to protect security. That includes prohibitions
on unmonitored aircraft operations, which could be used by
terrorists.
Is there anything I can do to be active in aviation at this
point?
There are a number of options
where individual aviation enthusiasts, EAA Chapters and other local
aviation groups can participate by giving time, talent and financial
resources in conjunction with your locally established charity and relief
organizations. Such participation will help highlight the solidarity of
the general aviation community behind the United States.
We urge
people to reflect on these happenings of the past few days. We also
encourage them to become active in community support efforts, such as
blood drives. There may be opportunities for some pilots to fly emergency
supply missions, such as blood transfers, under temporary flight
restrictions currently in force. Check with your local Red Cross, the
Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the Angel Flight organization to
find out if your aircraft and flying skills can be used to help in any
way.
If you would like to offer your aircraft to assist in the
national emergency, download and fill out the application form in PDF
format. Forms can be faxed to (202) 833-9668 or (202) 842-4063, or
relevant information can be e-mailed to airlift@nbaa.org or airlift@generalaviation.org
and/or Angel Flight America, 888-662-6794, Fax: 1-757-318-9107, Email: angelflightamerica@erols.com
or www.angelflightamerica.org/.
Aircraft
operators wishing to offer their aircraft and facilities to aid national
emergency response should contact the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA). Currently FEMA is overwhelmed with offers of support, and urges
those wishing to offer their services to submit them VIA FAX to (202)
501-1439
What about
ultralight flying?
Although
ultralights are not officially considered aircraft, but vehicles, they are
still subject to Federal Air Regulations, specifically, Part 103. No
matter what we fly, aircraft or vehicles, the National Emergency has
closed the National Airspace System (NAS) to all general aviation flights,
including ultralights. We urge ultralight enthusiasts to remain grounded
until regular general aviation operations are again underway. Ultralight
pilots who do fly during this National Emergency risk not only violation
of FARs, but arrest and seizure of their aircraft/vehicle. There have been
confirmed reports of pilots/aircraft being intercepted during flight,
escorted to the nearest airfield, where the pilots were arrested. This is
a very sensitive time for all, and it is imperative that we all respect
the nature of the emergency facing this great nation of
ours.
What does
this mean for recreational aviation in the future?
It’s again important to understand that the nation’s
primary focus is on internal security and finding those responsible for
Tuesday’s tragedies. EAA and other aviation groups, as well as the FAA and
aviation supporters throughout the federal government, are urging that
full general aviation operations be restored as quickly and efficiently as
possible.
The nation’s focus, however, remains on the matters at
hand. As the National Airspace System returns to normal operations, other
efforts will then again return for consideration. A common question
concerns the status of the Sport Pilot/Light Sport Aircraft proposal.
This, like all other “routine” projects at FAA, was overshadowed by the
events on Sept. 11. EAA’s enthusiasm and support for this effort
continues.
In the long term, EAA and other aviation groups continue
to represent their members who enjoy the freedom of flight. That freedom
is a representation of our unique opportunities in the United States and
must be maintained. Every pilot can help maintain those freedoms by acting
with the highest levels of responsibility and judgment in their personal
flight operations. In this time of tragedy, the efforts to bring aviation
back continue. EAA is working with everyone to ensure this happens quickly
and safely. EAA will also continue to monitor the situation to ensure that
no unjustifiable restrictions are placed on the freedom of flight we have
enjoyed.
EAA
Providing Assistance To Members
Several pilots have
contacted EAA asking for assistance after being caught—in some instances
by military
intercept—in violation of the current no-VFR-flying
NOTAM.
EAA is working with these members to help protect their
personal flying privileges through the use of NASA Aviation Safety
Reporting System forms, as well as referrals to the EAA Legal Advisory
Council. The EAA Legal Advisory Council is available for free
consultations to all EAA members regarding aviation legal issues. (Visit
the EAA members only section of the
EAA website for more information.)
We realize that there is a growing
frustration among many EAA members who are not allowed to fly their
aircraft VFR. This issue is being discussed on an hourly basis.
EAA
cannot emphasize strongly enough to pilots: VFR flight is currently
prohibited in the lower 48 states so don’t fly unless you are
qualified to do so IFR under the specific regulations spelled out in the
NOTAM. Also, IFR "pop-ups" are not authorized. All aircraft must have a
discreet transponder code.
For complete information on the latest
developments, check back to the EAA website for frequent
updates.
Agricultural Aircraft Authorized
According to FDC
NOTAM 1/0074, Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft) operations are now
authorized to fly VFR in the National Airspace System (NAS) provided they
remain clear of Class B airspace areas. (See latest
NOTAM.)
VFR Flight Ban Also Grounds EAA Young Eagles
Program
As long as VFR General Aviation flights are not
allowed, the EAA Young Eagles Program here is essentially grounded as well
(outside Alaska). EAA is asking members and partner organizations in other
countries to step forward and fly Young Eagles to keep the program strong
until VFR restrictions are lifted ...
(read more)
SWRFI Reports, "We are
having the fly-in!"
The Southwest Regional EAA Fly-In
(SWRFI) will go on as scheduled this weekend, Sept. 21-22, proclaimed
Chairman Stan Shannon early this week. The 38th annual event will go on as
planned at Abilene, Texas, Regional Airport (ABI).
(read more)
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Attention, Users of EAA
Flight Planner:
Important Message from
AeroPlanner.com |
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AeroPlanner.com
has created the following message for registered users of its flight
planning service, including those accessing EAA Flight
Planner.
The staff of AeroPlanner.com is deeply saddened
by the events of Tuesday, and would like to offer our sincere
condolences to the families of the victims in New York, Washington
D.C., and Pennsylvania.
We also know that thousands of General
Aviation pilots and passengers are stranded throughout the country
right now, and soon will be allowed to fly again and are currently
planning those flights. We ask that while planning the flight on
AeroPlanner.com please notice the announcement on the top of each
page inside of the red box. We are trying to keep up with current
announcements from the Air Traffic Control System Command Center and
have been posting links to these announcements on the web.
Please
check the following websites for up to date information regarding
current National Airspace System Status:
http://www.eaa.org; http://www.nbaa.org; http://www.aopa.org
Also, be sure
to check ALL NOTAMS and contact Airport Management before making
plans. Most Airport Managers phone numbers can be found by looking
up airport information
here:
http://www.aerochart.com/mapping/chart/aptsel.cfm
Once
General Aviation Flights are allowed to commence, please call your
local flight service station or call 1-800-WX-BRIEF to check current
NAS status if you are planning to fly soon.
Please keep checking
the current status of the National Airspace System to ensure safe
flights for all.
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EAA Staff Comes Through
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A hastily
arranged collection drive by EAA staff to benefit the American Red
Cross rescue and recovery efforts in New York City and Washington,
D.C., has brought an outstanding outpouring from EAA staff members
this week. Joyce Reynolds reports that employees contributed
$2,185.53. In addition, Fergus Chapel held a special collection on
Sunday and collected $164 for a total of $2,349.53. EAA matched this
total for a grand total of $4,699.06.
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