6_ClubNews_Jun_2016

June 2016
Volume 14 Issue 6
Flying Pilgrims
Aero News
Next Meeting: July 20th 2016 at 7:00pm
Location –
Flying Pilgrims Club Air Field
Meetings will be held at club field through summer months
This may be a good time for those of you who were reluctant to
attend the more formal meetings at EAA hanger
All visitors interested in our club or RC aircraft are welcome
Inside This Issue
Old & New business
Office Reports
Announcements
Miscellaneous & Fun Stuff
President Bill Slabey opened the meeting at 7pm with 15 members and 4 guests
present.
Discussions
Old business:
Discussion on shelter:
Jack K. came up with some preliminary estimates to replace the aging shelter.
He found a 24 foot by 60 foot pavilion type shelter can be purchased for $7-8K. This estimate
includes a concrete floor but no labor to erect the shelter. Jack estimate an additional $2K for
labor. It should be noted hear, that this is a preliminary fact finding information that still needs to
be further discussed and voted on in the future.
Coffee and Donuts (Volunteer needed):
Still need a volunteer to step up and take on the duty of coffee and donuts for the club
meetings starting in October. Richard Sparling has officially retired from this role.
New business:
Civil Air Patrol guest and upcoming event:
Lieutenant Colonel Mario Accardo of
the Livonia Thunderbolt squadron, attended
our meeting informing us of his upcoming
special event at the Canton-Plymouth-Mettetal
Airport. The events activities are for the youth
leadership program which will include the
cadets, parents and friends. The high light of
the event will be Airplane flights for the
cadets over Canton area.
As part of the main event the Lt. Colonel
would like us to display some of our scale
models in a show and tell format. Rick
Reynolds is taking lead as representative of the
Pilgrims Club and point of contact for additional
information, his cell is 248-981-3331. The event
is June 28 from 7pm till 9pm. Call or email
Rick to let him know if you plan on displaying a
plane at the Civil Air Patrol event.
3 New club members:
We would like to welcome 3 new club members:
1. Markus Clack, retiree who is learning a new business and getting into the hobby.
2. Bryan James, recently moved from Indianapolis, likes everything that goes fast.
3. Keith Prat, flying out of Livingston County. Keith is interested in getting his turbine
waver.
Treasurer Report:
Jordon reported that the club membership has reached over 140 registered members in
good standing. She also emailed a PDF roster list of current club members a few days after the
meeting. Please use it to contact members.
Field update:
Bill Slabey and Jack Kezelian brought up the fact that the field has not been rolled in 3
years. for the smaller wheeled airplanes and overall performance, periodically we need to roll
and reflation the grass area north of the runway. Jack summarized the cost of a 14 ton roller to be
$750/day + transportation costs of $500. Other expenses include insurance, fuel and Taxes.
In summary, Jack asked for $1600 to cover cost.
Motion made by Bill to approve $1600 to roll the field.
The motion was passed by all members.
Discussion regarding flying hours:
A member brought up the question of whether it was possible to extend the flying hours
to 9:00 pm for electrics.
The short answer is no. The reason is, we had to deal with noise complaints from
neighbors and township officials. To settle this noise concern we met with the township and
come to workable agreement. It was agreed that there would be no flying after 8 PM inclusive.
Also negotiated was the no flying permitted until 10:00 am on week days and 12:00 noon on
Sunday. Ford Motor Company, who leases the field to the club, is in agreement that the flying
hours should be from 10 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday and Noon to 8 PM on Sunday.
Fun fly success:
First Summer Fun Fly was held on June 14 with all attending having a great
time.
Sponsored by Glenn McIntosh & Don Kolehmainen
Glenn really went all out with his new portable fryer, treating us with an
additional entrées of French fries and onion rings. A really Great Job by
dedicated members!
A special show and tell:
Larry Smith due to health issues, is
unable to fly anymore. At the meeting, Larry
gave specifics on his debilitating health and
the loss of sight in his left eye due to
Shingles . Larry thanked the club members
for their support and friendship through the
years. Larry donated his entire parts
collection to the club.
We all wish Larry the best and a
very warm round of applause was given.
ANNOUCEMENTS / REMINDERS:
Upcoming Club Sponsored Fun Flies!
Second Fun Fly to be held on July 24
Sponsored by Jack Kezelian & John Lane
Corn Roast is confirmed!! – DATE TO BE DETERMINED
Sponsored by Glenn McIntosh, Don Kolehmainen & Joe Nazelli
Giant Scale set for September 16TH & 17TH
CD - Jack Kezelian
Call out warnings of approaching full size aircraft. Make use of a fellow pilot spotter.
Fly at a safe low altitude relative to oncoming full size aircraft.
Because of our location relative to Willow Run Airport, we have a 400 Ft. height restriction.
No test development of commercial UAV’s are allowed at the field.
Dan D (Sec)
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Flying Pilgrims Club Officers of 2016
President: –
Vice President: –
Secretary: –
Treasurer: –
Safety Officer: –
Lead Instructor: –
Webmaster: –
Bill Slabey
Joe McCarthy
Daniel Debens
Jordan Hall
Glenn McIntosh
Ed. Hernandez
Carl Cornell
Trustees:
Chief Flight Instructor:
Sub Instructor:
Steve Cecale
Don Kolehmainen
Joe Nazelli
Ed Hernandez
Jim Smith
Miscellaneous & Fun Stuff
Club members airplanes for sale:
Lou Cooper has two electric airplanes and accompanying radio transmitter (displayed at the fun fly).
Lou would like to sell the lot for a reasonable 300 dollars. You can contact Lou at 734-459-2566.
Lou is willing to break up the lot, contact him with your request and offers.