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EAA B-17 VISITS
SAN DIEGO THIS WEEKEND
EAA's 2007 B-17 "Keep It Flying"
national tour is at San Diego Gillespie Field this weekend, April
6-8, hosted by EAA Chapter 14. Next week it's off to Torrence,
California's Zamperini Field (April
13-15, EAA Chapter 7), followed by an appearance at Lancaster,
California (April 17-18, EAA Chapter 1000) at General William J Fox
Airfield; and April 20-22 at Van Nuys Airport (EAA Chapter 40).
For complete tour information, including
on-line reservations, visit www.B17.org.
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Q & A:
Question of the Week
EAA
Information Services
Can you please clarify something for me? I fly an Ercoupe
415-C as a sport pilot. Can I perform preventive maintenance
on my airplane? Reading FAR 43.3 g, it seems I may not be able
to do so.
Answer:
According to the present regulations, a person who holds only
a sport pilot certificate is not authorized to perform
preventive maintenance on a standard category aircraft such as
your Ercoupe. As per FAR 43.3(g), the person must hold at
least a recreational pilot certificate in order to perform
preventive maintenance.
Also, in accordance with FAR
43.7(f), the person must hold at least a private pilot
certificate in order to return the aircraft to service (i.e.,
make the appropriate entry in the aircraft maintenance
records) after preventive maintenance.
How can
we help you?
To ask a question regarding government
issues, e-mail govt@eaa.org.
If you have a question about registration, airmen, aircraft
and medical certification, safety records, performance, or any
other matter, e-mail infoserv@eaa.org.
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April
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EAA photographer Bonnie Kratz
shot this air-to-air photo of Ray Somerlock's Christen Eagle
II while on a photo mission over Lake Poygan, just west of
Oshkosh. To Sport Aerobatics subscribers, this
particular homebuilt biplane should look familiar; it's featured
on the cover of your March magazine.
To download this image for your computer, visit the
EAA
website and choose among five resolutions to suit your
screen. You can also view and download any previously used EAA monthly desktop image.
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HAWAII EAAERS'
ETHANOL EFFORTS MAKE MORE PROGRESS
 EAAers
in Hawaii scored another victory Tuesday as the Senate
Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Affordable Housing
Committee approved legislation that would exempt premium auto
fuel from the state's 10 percent ethanol mandate. EAA Chapter
1182 President Terri Thomas, who with EAA's help has made
lawmakers in both the House and Senate aware of
ethanol/aircraft incompatibilities, attended the committee
meeting. The unanimous (6-0) vote sent House Bill 791 HD1 to
the state Senate floor.
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more)
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PAUL POBEREZNY
FEATURED ON 'WINGS TO ADVENTURE'
 EAA
Founder and Chairman Paul Poberezny will appear on the Outdoor
Channel's general aviation program, Wings To Adventure, on
Saturday, April 14, at 7 p.m. and again at 9 p.m. EDT. The
episode, "Homebuilt Airplanes," features Paul
exploring the history of the homebuilt movement, the
Experimental Aircraft Association, and grassroots flying. The
show airs earlier in the week as well, 5:30 a.m. EDT on
Tuesday, April 10. The Outdoor Channel is available on most
digital cable and satellite systems. Please check you r local
listings for more information.
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THAT 'TIGER IN
YOUR TANK' COSTS MORE
See if an autofuel STC from EAA
makes sense
 Have
you noticed the higher prices at your local FBO's fuel pump?
One way to save money is to see if your aircraft is eligible
to fly on autofuel. Visit www.aviationfuel.org
and click on engine
and airframe models approved to see if your
engine/airplane are eligible for an autofuel supplemental type
certificate (STC). Owners and operators have flown safely for
over 30 years with autofuel STCs so maybe it's time to take a
look and see what it's all about. EAA members receive a free
Autofuel Alcohol Tester (a $15 value) when ordering a new STC
through EAA. You can order
online or by calling 920-426-4843.
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EAA FORD
TRI-MOTOR TOUR SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED
 EAA's
vintage 1929 Ford Tri-Motor, one of the finest examples of
America's first mass-produced airliner, will head out on tour
in June and July to seven Midwestern cities. The mini-tour
begins June 7-10 at Elkhart, Indiana's Municipal Airport and
concludes July 6-8 at Dane County Regional Airport in Madison,
Wisconsin. The Tri-Motor (NC8407) will then be flown back to
Oshkosh to prepare for the World's Greatest Aviation
Celebration, EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2007.
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more)
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EAA AIR ACADEMY
OFFERS AVIATION DAY CAMP FOR GRADES 2-5
 A
new summer camp program at the EAA Aviation Center in Oshkosh
is offering young people the excitement and discovery of
flight in a day-camp setting, designed for those entering
grades two through five. The EAA Aviation Day Camp has five
one-week sessions scheduled throughout the summer, beginning
on June 18. Attendees receive five full days of hands-on
aviation and science projects, challenge activities, museum
and airport tours, and other aviation experiences.
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more)
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STILL TIME TO
SIGN UP FOR E-LSA REGISTRATION AT SUN 'N FUN
 The
FAA will provide on-site registration during opening day
(April 17) at the Sun 'n Fun Fly-In in Lakeland, Florida, for
a limited number of EAA members who wish to transition an
ultralight to the experimental light-sport aircraft (E-LSA)
category. The first 50 EAA members who sign up in advance will
be eligible to have an FAA employee review and process their
registration materials for issuance of an N-number at Sun 'n
Fun.
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more)
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HOME-STYLE
HOUSING AVAILABLE AT THE EAA TEXAS FLY-IN
 If
you're looking for a lodging alternative to camping or
hotels at the Texas Fly-In (Southwest EAA Regional Fly-In),
the Hondo Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) is coordinating
with local residents who are opening their homes to visitors
for the June 1-2 event. Several residents have listed
private housing accommodations as guest quarters or bed
& breakfast facilities within 10 miles of the Hondo
airport through HACC. Call 830-426-3037 for more
information. For more information about this year's fly-in,
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YOUNG EAAER OUT
TO MAKE HISTORY
 A
23-year-old student attempting to fly around the world solo is
being hampered by poor weather and is already a week behind
schedule. Barrington Irving, EAA 764023, aims to become the
youngest and first black pilot to fly around the world solo.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in inner city Miami, he
took off from Miami Opa-locka Executive Airport on March 23 in
a specially outfitted Columbia 400 and was waiting out the
weather in St. John's, Newfoundland before heading out over
the North Atlantic. Follow his progress on the EAA Young
Eagles website.
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EAA PLANNING
REDEDICATION CEREMONY FOR COMPASS HILL
 Overlooking
Pioneer Airport, EAA's Compass Hill symbolizes the love of
flight passed down through the generations. The monument
features personally inscribed bricks honoring family members,
loved ones, or dear friends who have been touched by aviation.
Please join us on during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2007 at 10
a.m. Wednesday morning, July 25, as we rededicate Compass Hill
and all who believe in aviation's timeless legacy. This will
become an annual event held during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
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more)
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EAA'S
RIDESHARE CAN GET YOU HERE
 Hundreds
of aviation enthusiasts have taken advantage of EAA's
RideShare to attend the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration.
First introduced for EAA AirVenture 2005, RideShare pairs
those wanting to attend EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with those who
have a spare seat and it's available through the EAA
AirVenture website.
(read
more)
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SUBMIT
YOUR 2007 EAA AIRVENTURE TYPE CLUB EVENT
If your type club plans to meet during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
2007, visit https://secure.eaa.org/airventure/type_clubs.html,
complete the online form, and we'll post the information on
the AirVenture website, as well as in the daily newspaper, EAA
AirVenture Today. Deadline to submit information is July 14.
Call 888-322-4636, extension 6112, or e-mail ssedlachek@eaa.org
for more information.
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NEW PODCAST -
WARBIRDS ACTIVITIES AT EAA AIRVENTURE
 Hear
EAA Warbirds of America President Rick Siegfried describe the
many warbird-related events and activities coming to EAA
AirVenture Oshkosh this year in the latest EAA AvCast, now
available on the EAA website. Siegfried discusses Warbirds in
Review presentations, the Training Command and Living
History programs as well as other expanded
warbird activities
in the air and on the ground. Listen
in
at www.AirVenture.org/podcast.
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NEW
EAA AIRVENTURE ARRIVAL ATIS FREQUENCY TO BE USED
The FAA will use a new frequency
for the AirVenture 2007 Arrival ATIS this year. The
frequency will have a higher-powered transmitter, allowing
pilots at a distance from Oshkosh to receive ATIS
information sooner. This is one the important changes that
will appear in the 2007 EAA AirVenture NOTAM, and all pilots
planning to fly in to Wittman Regional Airport during the
week are urged to obtain a copy.
Printed booklets are expected to be available in May, and
you can pre-order your copy through EAA Membership Services,
800-JOIN-EAA (564-6322). A downloadable version will also
soon be available. |
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AIRLINES DISCOUNTS
FOR EAA AIRVENTURE OSHKOSH
Get special fares to EAA
AirVenture - read
more
 ORDER YOUR
EAA AIRVENTURE NOTAM
Arrival and departure
procedures to Wittman Regional Airport and other area
airfields -
read
more
VOTE FOR GREATEST AVIATION MOVIE at
www.airventure.org/movie.
AIRVENTURE WAYPOINTS, FUEL STOPS
Plan your route to
Oshkosh around EAA-friendly stops to and from Oshkosh. - read
more |
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JUST FOR MEMBERS
APRIL
MEMBER SPECIAL - TONY BINGELIS BOOKS
 The
late Tony Bingelis' four highly regarded books on homebuilding
are available for a special price to EAA members through the
end of April. Titles include: ENGINES: Practical information
for all aircraft builders, owners, restorers, and mechanics;
FIREWALL FORWARD: Engine installation for amateur-built
aircraft; SPORTPLANE CONSTRUCTION: An essential handbook for
light aircraft homebuilders; and SPORTPLANE BUILDER: Aircraft
construction methods for the amateur builder. They're
available for the members' only price of $21.95 each, or
collect all four for $69.95. Order
online or call 800-843-3612.
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AMERICAN
LEGEND FORMS AIRCRAFT SERVICE COMPANY
American Legend Aircraft Company
has announced the formation of American Legend Aircraft
Services. The new company will provide aircraft restoration
services on vintage tube-and-fabric aircraft, and will
provide everything from annual inspections to complete
restorations.
For more information visit www.legend.aero,
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FANTASY
AIR ADOPTS LIGHT-SPORT AVIATORS' 'CODE'
Fantasy Air USA of Sanford,
North Carolina, U.S. Distributor of Fantasy Air Allegro
Light Sport Plane, has adopted the Light-Sport Aviators'
Model Code of Conduct. The code presents broad guidance and
recommendations to advance flight safety and responsible
airmanship in the light-sport community. The code's seven
sections include General Responsibilities of Aviators;
Passengers and People on the Surface; Training and
Proficiency; Security; Environmental Issues; Use of
Technology; and Advancement and Promotion of Light Sport
Aviation. A copy of the code will be included with each new
Allegro aircraft delivery. View the code of conduct and
supporting materials at http://secureav.com.
For more information on Fantasy air, visit www.FantasyAirUSA.com. |
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ECLIPSE
DELIVERS FIRST THREE VLJS TO DAYJET
Eclipse Aviation has delivered
the first three Eclipse 500 aircraft to DayJet on March 31.
DayJet is the aircraft manufacturer's largest customer with
firm orders for 239 aircraft and options for an additional
70 over the next two years. The company will offer
point-to-point "Per-Seat, On-Demand" services to
regional communities. The aircraft delivered will be used to
train pilots at Eclipse's facilities in Albuquerque. DayJet
plans to begin commercial operations in the second quarter
of this year. For more information visit www.eclipseaviation.com
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REMOS
G3 AIRCRAFT CERTIFIED IN SWITZERLAND
The Remos G3 was recently
accepted and granted certification by the Swiss Microlight
Federation on behalf of the federal bureau for civil
aviation, making it one of the first aircraft accepted into
the new category in Switzerland. To comply, the aircraft had
to meet stringent noise and pollution criteria that exceed
the standards developed by the FAA for the light-sport
aircraft category in the United States. The aircraft will be
marketed in Switzerland through Airsportscenter Mollis. For
more information visit www.remos.com. |
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ASPEN
AVIONICS ANNOUNCES PRICE REDUCTION
Aspen Avionics has announced a
$1,000 price reduction on its AT300 Hazard Awareness
Display. "Our customers have found this product to be
an effective terrain awareness solution," said Doug
Cayne, vice president of marketing. "We're confident
that this price reduction will make this important
technology accessible to more pilots and aircraft
owners." For more information visit www.aspenavionics.com. |
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MOONEY
AND JEPPESEN OFFER NAVDATA BUNDLE ON NEW AIRCRAFT
Customers who buy new Mooney
Ovation2 GX, Ovation3 and Acclaim airplanes can receive
Jeppesen's NavData services and electronic charts preloaded
onto their Garmin G1000 avionics systems. The bundle comes
complete with an Aviator bag that holds the G1000 NavData
Starter kit, JeppView digital charts for the Multi-Function
Display (MFD), a binder, tabs, and paper enroute charts. For
more information visit www.mooney.com. |
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LIBERTY
AEROSPACE ANNOUNCES DEALER OPPORTUNITIES
Liberty Aerospace, Inc. is
launching a nationwide campaign to build a dealer network.
"Our aim is to expand our reach to potential customers
as well as provide service centers for current owners"
said Keith Markley, CEO. "We are looking to work with
professional, qualified organizations to help grow our brand
even further." Organizations desiring to become a
Liberty Aerospace dealer are encouraged to contact Matt Tary,
Director of Sales, at mtary@libertyaircraft.com,
or 321-308-9631. |
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SPORTY'S
FOUNDATION BENEFITS YOUTH AVIATION INITIATIVES
Sporty's Pilot Shop's
"Sporty's Foundation" is a charitable organization
to promote aviation education and safety initiatives with an
emphasis on youth programs. As its first bequest, The
Sporty's Foundation made a $5000 donation to Aircraft
Electronics Association's Educational Foundation.
"Whether it's future employees or new customers, all of
us in the aviation industry have a stake in attracting young
people to our industry," said Founder and Chairman Hal
Shevers. "We need to actively recruit young people in
order to ensure our own future." For more information,
visit www.sportysfoundation.org. |
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