Newsletter

The February 2015 newsletter is now available online.

Upcoming Events

MARCH

· 06 - Aviation Movie Night!  Hanger opens at 6:00p.  Movie starts at 7:15p.

· 08 - Daylight Saving Time begins.

· 14 - VAA 37 Annual Winter Banquet.  St. James Inn, Avilla, IN  6:00p

· 17 - St. Patricks Day

· 20 - Aviation Movie Night!  Hanger opens at 6:00p.  Movie starts at 7:15p.

APRIL

· 03 - Good Friday

· 03 - Aviation Movie Night!  Hanger opens at 6:00p.  Movie starts at 7:15p.

· 05 - Easter

EAA Webinars - February

Date	Time	Title	Presenter(s)
2/4/15	8 p.m. CST	Ferry Permits FAA AMT & Wings Credit	Mike Busch
There are times when it is necessary to fly an aircraft even when it's not in airworthy condition. That's why the FAA invented ferry permits. Maintenance expert Mike Busch discusses when they're needed, explains exactly how to get one, and discusses the rules for making ferry flights. Qualifies for FAA Wings and AMT credit.
2/10/15	12 p.m. CDT	Why Wait? Expedited and Expanded Aviation Financing	Kevin Buckland
Obtaining financing for your next aircraft, experimental kit, engine or avionics upgrade is not complicated. Kevin Buckland, President of National Aircraft Finance Company, will explain the procedures and requirements to obtain a pre-approval, submit an application, and secure aviation financing. NAFCO is the administrative agent for the EAA Finance Solutions program, and one of two approved banking partners for NextGen GA avionics upgrade loans (including ADS-B).
2/18/15	7 p.m. CST	B-17: The Final Mission	Chris Henry
EAA staffer Chris Henry will discuss the human side of being a crew member on a B-17 in World War II. Part of his presentation will include his extensive collection of rare photographs, and compelling stories of the veterans who served on B-17 air crews. Chris will also share anecdotes heard firsthand from WWII B-17 veterans who have experienced a ride on EAA’s operational B-17G Flying Fortress Aluminum Overcast that tours the country year-round.
2/25/15	7 p.m. CST	How to Successfully Build a Pietenpol Air Camper	Steve Williamson
Building a Pietenpol Air Camper as a group is a simple, inexpensive, and rewarding way to teach building techniques while boosting confidence in chapter members who are new to aircraft building. Steve Williamson, president of EAA Chapter 1297, will discuss how his chapter successfully built a Pietenpol. The presentation will help you overcome obstacles, avoid pitfalls, and maximize your chances for success.

January Meeting Minutes

Thursday, January 22 2015
Vintage Chapter 37 Secretary Report

Location: DeKalb County Airport - Hangar A - Vintage Clubhouse

Call to order: 7:04 pm
Attendees: 18 members, 3 guests

Secretary Report: None, no December meeting.

Treasurer’s Report:
-          Ending balance $3939.10
-          Motion to accept by Les M. Second Brad H. all approved

Old Business:
-          Motion to start a scholarship committee to develop a flying scholarship for chapter
           consideration by Geoff R. Second Brad H. all approved
-          Committee Sebastian B. Tom W. Kurt B.

New Business:
-          Motion to advertise up to ½ page with Foundation for Art and Music in Education
           in conjunction with EAA Chapter 2 by Kurt B. Second Phil R. all approved
-          March 14 date set for the banquet at St. James Restaurant
-          Air Academy ages 16-18 campers needed
-          Young Eagles display for Garrett High School freshman orientation
-          Young Eagles presenting to Starbase Fort Wayne
-          CAP will be selling lunch at Young Eagles events

50/50: $26/25 Sebastian B.

Adjourn: 8:00 pm motion by Tom W. Second Brad H. all approved.

Presentation: Phil R. Aging Aircraft
-          Common issues on older aircraft
-          Corrosion signs
-          Tips on things to look for on older aircraft

Events:
-          Feb. 1 Super bowl gathering
-          Feb. 7 EAA Chapter 2 banquet, Fort Wayne, IN.
-          Feb. 7 EAA  Ski plane Fly in, Oshkosh, WI.
-          Feb. 22 VAA 37 Daytona 500 gathering
-          Sam W. Eagle Scout Project ongoing

VAA Volunteer Work Weekends

2015

Volunteer Work Weekends

 - April 24, 24, 26

 - May 29, 30, 31

 - June 26, 27, 28

Contact: Mike Blombach, Chairman

260-433-5101   michael846 @ aol.com

Hello VAA Volunteer,

It has been a crazy fall.  Back in November a strong wind came though Oshkosh and blew over our new Archway sign. During the fall inspection of our area we found that the floor is rotting out of the old Membership Building. The Vintage Board of Director has asked us to redesign and rebuild the corner.

The above drawing is are new design. We want to build a new Membership Building and a new Volunteer Building.  The buildings will be 12ft by 12ft with an 8 foot wide porch on two sides.  The good news is these buildings will be put on concrete slabs.  Steve Taylor is building us two new Archway Signs with metal poles to place on the corner and the road by the old Vintage Café.

The Vintage Board wants to move the Author’s Building and they want us to build a covered porch on the front of it. 

The area where the Vintage Café stood is now ours to use.  There are many new things going on in that area. The only thing we are responsible for is the porch on the Author’s Building.

Dave Wenglazer of Wings Metal Works, donated an industrial compressor and we need to install.  We need to connect the electricity and plumb the air from the metalworking area to Paul’s corner of the Hangar.

As you can tell there is a lot to be done and we definitely need your help to accomplish it all.  Please come up and join us for one or all of the Work Weekends.  The Work Weekends are April 24, 25, and 26, May 29, 30, and 31, and June 26, 27, and 28.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me.

Mike Blombach

Chairman of Maintenance and Construction

260-433-5101

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EAA Skiplane Fly-In

Let It Snow! Join us for EAA's annual Skiplane Fly-In! Free admission to the public  |  Complimentary chili & cake  Saturday, February 7, 2015  |  10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.  |  Pioneer Airport  One of the area’s most colorful events of the season, this winter gathering celebrates the unique flight segment of skiplane flying and the anniversary of the first-ever meeting of the Experimental Aircraft Association in 1953. Free of charge to the general public, skiplanes will arrive mid-morning and stay until mid-afternoon (weather and runway conditions permitting). Take a walk around to take in the beauty of the various skiplanes and then warm up in Pioneer Airport with complimentary chili and cake, served beginning at 10:30 a.m. Pilots who wish to participate must receive approval and flight briefings from EAA prior to landing at Pioneer Airport. Shuttle services will operate from Basler Flight Service for those landing at Wittman Regional Airport. View more information >>

Upcoming Events

• 01 - VAA 37 Super Bowl XLIX Party/Get Together.
• 06 - Aviation Movie Night!  Hanger opens at 6:00p.  Movie starts at 7:15p.
• 07 - EAA Ski-Plane Fly-In  Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
• 14 - Valentines Day
• 20 - Aviation Movie Night!  Hanger opens at 6:00p.  Movie starts at 7:15p.
• 22 - VAA 37 Daytona 500 Party/Get Together.
• 26 - VAA 37 Chapter Meeting at Vintage Hanger, (kGWB), 7:00p.