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July 2014
Flying Times
Discover Flying Challenge Wrap-Up
Highlights:
 Discover Flying
Challenge
 Snoopy at MQJ
In this Issue:
Attention Pilots!
2
Runway Extension
2
Aircraft Leaseback
2
EAA
Announcement
3
Thunder Road
3
Lederman Solo
4
Fly Upside Down
4
Schmitt Solo
5
9th Annual Model Airshow
5
New C172
6
Summer Internship Program
6
Fun Facts
7
Indy Jet was excited to be one of the
airports chosen to demonstrate the
new 2014 Cessna 172. The aircraft
arrived on a Saturday morning to
provide free flights to interested and
potential pilots. Dan Reed, Line
Technician and
Grill Master, arrived in the afternoon to serve
up hamburgers
and hotdogs to hungry attendees.
The pilot displaying the aircrafts
capabilities, Keven Lenahan, joined
Cessna this summer for the 2014
Discover Flying Challenge. He began
his day
at 10am
at MQJ,
with
people
already
lined up to take their ride. Along with
experienced pilots, several Indy Flight
students experienced the thrill of flying
a brand new C172, all landing with
smiles on their faces. The aircraft flew
beautifully with a quiet engine, smooth
controls and a new plane smell.
For more information on DFC visit
their webpage or like them on Facebook.
Met-Life Snoopy Blimp
Landing at MQJ in July is the infamous MetLife Snoopy
Blimp. The Snoopy Blimp
will arrive on Monday, July
14th until Monday, July
21st. MetLife will be
providing children of Riley
Hospital rides around the airport
and Indianapolis area. Visitors will be
given the chance to speak
to the crew of 14; 2 pilots
and 12 personnel, who operate the Met-Life Blimp.
Stop by Indianapolis Regional airport to see the
most recognized blimp in the country.
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Attention Pilots!
Runway Extension
The local EAA Chapter is working with Indy Jet to
research the amount of interest in getting a self
service fuel browser for Mogas.
As many of you already know, work has begun
on the expansion of RWY 7/25 and TWY A. Construction began June 23 and is expected to end
in early November. A little more than 500 feet
will be added, extending the RWY to 6,001 feet.
Due to the construction, RWY 7/25 has a relocated threshold on the 7 end, taking the RWY
from 5,500 feet to 4,500 feet.
Indy Jet is in need of the demand of Mogas and/
or the amount that would be sold in a calendar
year. As well as, how much one would be willing
to pay per gallon.
Non ethanol unleaded 92 octane from the COOP
is the intended fuel type.
If you are interested in getting Mogas at the Indy
Jet FBO at Indianapolis Regional Airport, please
send your response to the questions above to,
Leroy Wheeler, at [email protected].
There will be one more full weekend closure at
the end of the project and 3 partial weekend
closures. (Each will be communicated well in
advance). Please note that RWY 16/34 will be
fully available during the course of the project.
Indy Jet will keep everyone informed as new
information develops.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles
Bischoff, IAA Project Manager, at 317.487.5136
or [email protected].
Indy Jet highly recommends Enterprise for
your next car rental.
Indy Jet is now a
CAA Preferred FBO!
Aircraft Leaseback
Want to earn money with your investment? Indy
Flight Training is seeking to expand its training
and rental fleet through aircraft leaseback. Lease
your aircraft to Indy Flight Training and retain
full use of your aircraft and receive payment for
the use of the aircraft.
Let Indy Jet
manage
all
aspects
of
owning
an
aircraft: Reporting, compliance,
maintenance,
insurance,
scheduling, ect. As an added bonus we would
like to hangar your aircraft, free of
charge. To
make a great
deal
even
better, Indy
Jet, is also
providing fuel discounts for leaseback owners.
If you are interested in leasing your aircraft and
would like an evaluation of your aircrafts income potential, please contact, General Manager
and Chief Flight Instructor, Ryan Maxfield.
317-335-3371.
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5
Thunder Road
This time of year, our
D
attention turns to thunderstorms. Though perfect for May flowers,
pilots tend to be not as
fond of the spring showers. Some preparation
with a little bit of knowhow, a pilot
can avoid disastrous weather conditions and fly safely to their destinations. Here are a few tips:

Design realistic personal minimums – know your limits and
stick to them

Maintain IFR currency – stay current and in-the-know

Thorough preflight planning –
check forecasted weather

Communicate with ATC

Maintain Situational Awareness

Submit a PIREP
But what do you do if you follow these
steps and you somehow find yourself
on the brink of convective activity?
Since haze around thunderstorms can
cause a decrease in visibility, the first
course of action is keeping your eyes
on your instruments. Slow the aircraft
to maneuvering speed and begin a
180-degree turn.
Storms have generated wind shear
and gusts 18 miles from the center of
the cell, so try to maintain a distance
of at least
20 miles.
When deviating
around
storms,
maneuver
on
the
upwind side so wind
isn't carrying the
storm toward you.
Also, this helps to
avoid hail that might
spew from the anvil
top.
If you run into rough air, do not
change the power settings! You’ll
want to reduce your speed and focus
on maintaining attitude rather than
altitude. Strong turbulence can be
expected not only around a storm cell,
but under the storm as well. Avoid
flying under a thunderstorm where
there can be high winds, intense rain
and hail. Powerful turbulence can
wreak havoc to the flight and cause
great stress to the aircraft.
If you’ve actually penetrated a severe
thunderstorm, it is recommended not
to make a 180-degree turn, but to fly
straight through to the other side.
Turning maneuvers already causes
stress to the aircraft, along with the
turbulence and high winds. It is
thought that a straight course through
the storm will result in coming back
out in the least amount of time.
Plan to hold the course that takes you
through the storm as quickly as possible, remain calm and most importantly, fly the airplane. Plan ahead and be
prepared and don’t forget to check
NOTAMs, PIREPS and weather systems at your
departure and
arrival airport.
Take precautions and prevent disastrous
events.
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Fly Upside Down
Rick Lederman Solo
Rick Lederman, Aviation Maintenance
Technician for Indy Jet Services, performed his solo flight over Memorial Day
weekend. His CFI, Derick Parker, kept
close watch, scissors in hand. Rick did
not perform his flight in any aircraft, but
his very own 4545U, 1964 Cessna 150D
with 100HP, also part of our Flight
School fleet. Like most student pilots,
Rick recalls every aspect of his solo flight
and retells it as if it were yesterday.
“It was the Saturday of Memorial
Day
weekend and
winds
were
calm. I raced
down the runway at light
speed
(50Mph),
“rotate, liftoff and climb out”, I told myself. My mind was racing but, my body
and soul remained calm. My first landing
was perfect. After a deep breath and a
much deserved smile, I taxied back for
another go. The last two landings were
not a smooth as I prefer, but the experience was exhilarating.”
We are proud of Rick for experiencing
and accomplishing this momentous milestone in his
aviation career.
Now,
along with
being an expert on fixing
aircraft, he
can fly one as
well. Way to
go Rick! Next
stop, Checkride!
For information
on our Flight
Training
Program, contact our
General Manager
and Chief Flight
Instructor, Ryan
Maxfield or visit
our Flight Training website.
Want to learn how to fly upside down?
How about learning the full capabilities
of an aircraft by exploring the entire
flight envelope ? Indy Jet is proud to
partner
with Billy
Werth to
offer
a
full range
of aerobatic and upset recovery training. Several comprehensive programs have
been developed to fit your needs.
Whether you are interested in an expanding your stick-and-rudder skills or
simply want an adrenaline rush, Indy
Jet has you covered!
The prices per package are as follows:
Aerobatic Flight Training: $299 plus
instructor fee of $50
Roll Air Coaster Basic Rides: $220
Roll Air Coaster Extreme Rides
$260.
 For an additional $50, you are
able to record your experience!
*Check out this video to get a first hand
account of what it’s like to fly front seat
in a Pitts S2C!
Fuel Prices
100LL
$6.05
Jet A
$5.75
*Prices are subject to change
As of 7/1/2014
To learn more please visit Indy Flight
Training. If you have any questions or
would like to schedule your flight,
please call 317-335-3371 or email
[email protected].
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Vanessa Schmitt Solo
One of our female flight students performed her solo flight this month. Vanessa
Schmitt, was calm as she prepared to fly without the security of her Certified
Flight Instructor sitting to her right. CFI, Dave
Remondini, motivated and supported her through the
entire process knowing she would do well.
Let us know
how we are doing. Have we
exceeded your
expectations or
is there an area
we can improve
upon?
Please
share with us
your ideas on
how we can
enhance your
experience.
Her radio calls were precise, on course and not once
did her voice waver. We are proud to have Vanessa as
one of our Indy Flight Training students. She has accomplished so much thus far and we wait with bated
breath for her next move. Congratulations Vanessa!
9th Annual Model Airshow
On Sunday, July 27th the Indianapolis Radio Control Modelers will take to the sky
for the 9th Annual Tim Mills Memorial Air Show in
conjunction with the Morristown Derby Days weekend. From 1-4pm radio controlled planes of all sizes and types will entertain the crowd with loops,
rolls, and spins while performing a virtual dance in
the sky. Aircraft as small as 2 feet weighing less
than a pound to giant gasoline powered aircraft over 12 feet in wing span and
weighing up to 55 pounds will perform. There will also be radio controlled helicopters, parachutists and racing planes that approach 150mph. Sport planes and
scale models of World War I and World War II aircraft
will also be flying for the crowd.
The Club will have a booth, planes and a radio control
aircraft computer simulator on display at the Morristown Derby Days Tent on Friday July 25 th and Saturday
th
July 26 . The Club will also have an aviation themed float in the Saturday parade.
The club has about 65 members and has been in the Indianapolis and Eastside
area for nearly 60 years. They have been flying out of their current Blue River Air
Park field just west of Morristown for the last 14 years. Members range in age from 7 to 87 and all have a passion for
building, flying and talking about aircraft.
The club members will also have trainer aircraft available for
the public, to try flying a radio controlled plane.
Soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase and admission is only $3 per adult (children under 10 are free).
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the show. The club field, also
known as the Blue River Air Park is located on Blue River Road about 1 mile south
of US-52. Further information about the event and other club activities is available on the club website or email George Horning.
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New Cessna 172S!!
Indy Flight Training is excited to receive a new addition to its flight school fleet. A
2004 Cessna Skyhawk, N20519, virtually identical to our C172S, N527DS. Hourly
rental rates are also changing for the C172s’. For club members an hourly rate of
$145 and for non-club members $165.
To celebrate the aircrafts arrival, we are offering a C172 exclusive promotion! Put
a one-time deposit of $2,000 on account and we will waive the $399 Club Membership initiation fee and first month’s dues!
Thereafter, a $39 monthly due will be required
earn your $20 per/hour discount. Take advantage of our membership program with lower
rental rates, reduced instructor fees, and discounts on flight school supplies. *excludes charts
Summer Internship
Indy Jet strives to provide each customer with a spectacular
customer service experience. We want to create a warm and
welcoming atmosphere to all who enter the FBO. That being
said, we have expanded the Indy Jet Team, by developing a
summer internship program. This summer, MQJ will have 4
interns to assist the clientele and the Indy Jet Team. We are
excited to bring them aboard and educate them on the ins and
outs of running an FBO.
Keep up with
the latest information, news,
events and promotions on
our Facebook
page!
Interning for Line Services are Brendon Mattiuz, Chad Husted and Grant Husted.
Chad and Grant are from Naples, Florida, spending the summer in Indianapolis.
They started their internship June 15th and plan to stay until school begins in the
fall. While working at Indy Jet they are also taking flight lessons with Certified
Flight Instructor, Sean MacDermott. They aspire to follow in their Uncle Brad’s
footsteps by learning to fly and working for Delta Airlines.
Brendon Mattiuz has been with Indy Jet since May 11 th of this
year. He is currently working on his degree in Mechanical Engineering at Rose-Hulman. He is interning with Indy Jet to
learn more about the aviation industry. His ultimate dream is
to work for Boeing as an Engineer.
Working the front desk with Amber, Blair
and Samantha is intern Samantha Dix. In
the fall she will return to Mt. Vernon High School to earn her
diploma, but until then she is our new Customer Service Intern. She begins her internship, July 1st and will be here during the day providing exceptional customer service with a
warm welcoming smile.
The excitement is overwhelming, the extra support and diverse perspectives we
will receive in the upcoming months. We have no doubt that Samantha, Brendan,
Chad and Grant will add value and integrity to Indy Jet. Welcome Aboard!
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Fun Facts
...F4 Phantom II was called “World’s Leading Distributor of MiG Parts” because it destroyed so many MiG fighters.
...In 1989, a Soviet pilot ejected a perfectly working MIG 23 thinking the plane’s engine had failed. It flew over 560 miles, crossing Germany before running out of fuel
and crashing into a house in Belgium killing one teenager.
...There exists a resort on a private African game reserve where, along with safari
drives through beautiful landscapes, you can fly in a MiG-21 fighter jet.
...Every last F14 Tomcat America has in flyable storage is being shredded to prevent
spares reaching Iran, who are still flying the ones sold to them by the US in the 70′s.
...The F-15 Eagle in all Air Forces has a combined air-to-air combat record of 104 kills
to 0 losses. No air superiority versions of the F-15 (A/B/C/D models) have been shot
down by enemy forces.
...A McDonnell Douglas F-15 once shot down a satellite.
...Chuck Yeager, the first man to fly faster than the speed of sound, revived his feat on
October 14 2012 in an F-15 Eagle, to celebrate the 65th anniversary of breaking the
sound barrier. He was 89 years old. –
...During WW2, a single American P-51 fighter plane held off 30 German fighters from
attacking a squadron of B-17 bombers for over half an hour.
...The only plane allowed to fly on 9/11 after the attacks was a plane from San Diego
to Miami delivering anti-venom to a man bitten by a highly poisonous snake; it was
accompanied by two jet fighters
...In June 1974, while President Nixon was on his way to a scheduled stop in Syria, Syrian fighter jets intercepted Air Force One to act as escorts. However, the Air Force One
crew was not informed in advance and, as a result, took evasive action including a dive.
...The test pilot for America’s first jet fighter dressed in a disguise, so that if trainees at
a nearby base saw this new “propeller-less” plane, they’d be more likely to think they
were hallucinating if it was being flown by a gorilla wearing a derby and smoking a
cigar.
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