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FMFC FLYER The Fort Myers Flying Club
NEWSLETTER The FORT MYERS FLYING CLUB October 2015
Rusty Pilot Seminar 10/13 RSW Training Center 7PM
Rust Pilot Program
11/7 Aviation Day
Inside this issue: President’s Message .... 1-2 Study Group .................... 3 Board Meeting Notes ...... 3 In-Flight Photos ............... 4 Maintenance report ........ 4 Glad You Asked ............... 4 Calendar of Events .......... 5 Raffle ticket sales ............ 5 License Plates sales ......... 5 Contact Info .................... 6
LAST MONTH Aircraft hours:
3521Q 26.9
944CC 13.7
397ME 21.7
TOTAL 62.3
Top Flyers:
Louie Rondao 6.1
Randy Henderson 5.9
Will Scott 4.6
President’s Message by Dean Martin
IMPORTANT
October 13th—Rusty Pilot Program instead of Normal Meeting
Please note that our regularly scheduled October 13th General Meet-
ing has been replaced by the "Rusty Pilots Seminar". Do not let the
title fool you for this seminar is a great learning experience for any
pilot. Pre-registration is required. Those that attend will receive a
certificate that counts as the ground portion of the Annual Flight Re-
view. As of this writing we have approximately 20 seats left. We are
limited by RSW as to the number of people we can seat in the RSW
Training and Conference Center because of fire regulations. This
seminar will be taught by 3 of our CFI's: Al Ledet, Skip Bentley and
Tyler Baston. If you have not registered and want to attend you will
find a link for registration in the message from Al Ledet CFI Coordi-
nator in this newsletter.
November 7th— Aviation Day, iPad Raffle
The Annual Page Field Day will take place on November 7, from 10:00
AM to 3:00 PM. As you are aware we have for several years used a
raffle as a fund raiser for our club. At the September Board of Direc-
tors meeting 2 important decisions were made. The first, we are in
the process of equipping all 3 of our aircraft with Stratus 2S units that
will be mounted and wired to the avionics buss. The Stratus units
will be programmed to turn on and off with the aircraft eliminating
the need of removal for charging. The second decision was to use the
proceeds of our raffle to assist in offsetting the cost of acquisition and
installation of the Stratus units. The raffle prize is an iPad Mini
which when equipped with ForeFlight will provide a great guidance
tool for aviation that includes free weather, NEXRAD Radar, ME-
TARS, TAF's, TFR's, AIRMETS, SIGMETS, NOTAMS, Back-Up Atti-
tude and more. Terry Voorhees will be organizing the raffle as I have
asked Marc Scott to work on a "special project". As you recently read
in an announcement from Terry we welcome any member that would
like to assist in selling raffle tickets. Please contact Terry Voorhees
([email protected]) 239-292-9231. Tickets are $5.00 each and if we
can sell in the range of 800 we can pay the raffle expenses and install
at virtually no cost to the club Stratus 2S in each aircraft. As noted in
FMFC FLYER Page 2
President’s Message contd from page 1
Terry's previous message there are rewards for the top ticket seller and the "winning" ticket
seller.
Annual Flight Review — President’s notes
Those of you that have completed an Aircraft Checkout or Annual Flight Review as outlined in
the Fort Myers Flying Club Procedure know that a "go around" was required. On Friday Sept.
25 I was flying on US Airways/American Airlines from Chicago to Charlotte on an Airbus
A321. The weather was IFR and during the approach I had seen the ground through some
breaks in the overcast. When under 1000 feet above the ground the pilot applied full power
and we went around. As always there were a few screams from infrequent fliers. In an an-
nouncement the Captain later explained the aircraft that had landed ahead of us had not
cleared the runway and the controller had called for the go around. The procedure was profes-
sionally done as I'm sure that our members that have completed a checkout can now do if re-
quired.
November 10th— General Meeting, Guest Speaker:
Our November 10th meeting will feature as our guest speaker Mr. Jamie Beckett of A.O.P.A.
Prior to the meeting, beginning at 6:00 PM we will have a "hot dog roast" for all in attendance.
Plan to arrive a little early, enjoy a hot dog and "parking lot flying aka hanger aviation" with
other members. Your spouse or significant other are always welcome at our meetings. If you
know a person that might be a potential member do not hesitate to bring them.
December 8th Meeting — Annual Business Meeting, Voting of Board of Directors
Our December meeting is the annual election for members of the Board of Directors. Three di-
rectors will be elected for 3 year terms. Our guest speaker, Mr. David A. Bear, is from the FAA
Office in Tampa and will review accident statistics as related to southwest Florida. I'm sure
you will find Mr. Bear both informative and interesting.
Recently my "non-owned" renters insurance came up for renewal. After a Board of Directors
meeting several months ago Steve Hall suggested members place their "non-owned" coverage
with STARR Insurance, our primary carrier, which is a great idea. If you are looking to place
this type of coverage there is an application on the Fort Myers Flying Club website.
NEWS FROM ITALY:
Paolo has completed his first
solo cross country.
Dean
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The September meeting of the FMFC Board was held on the 16th at Base Ops FBO at Page Field.
<> 7ME flew 30 hours last month, and for the first time 4CC flew more hours than 21Q.
<> Membership levels remain steady.
<> The board approved the purchase and installation of a Stratus 2 for each of the three planes.
<> The units will be wired into the aircraft, so users will not have to recharge the battery. The proceeds of the iPad
mini raffle will be applied to the purchase cost.
<> The discipline officer continues to monitor members’ issues with dispatching and checking in aircraft with
myFBO, as well as a member who flew while on inactive status.
<> The board also discussed the return to active flying status of a member who made an unapproved type of flight.
After this member supplies more information, he will be invited to address the board next month to have his
flying privileges reinstated.
<> Activities planned for the fall months include the President’s Hot Dog Roast Nov. 18, and also an AOPA
Rusty Pilot Seminar October 13.
<> Two aircraft are already booked for the Pancake Breakfast at Arcadia on October 17 Bliek and Scott will continue
work on the Passport Program.
<> The board approved the purchase of a 1/4 page ad in the Sundowners Dinner Dance program.
<> Ledet reports than only 45 seats remain for the Rusty Pilot Program, and members are encouraged to sign up
quickly.
<> Several club CFI’s will be on hand to sign up pilots for the flight portion after the seminar.
<> A new printer and computer were purchased for the club office.
<> Del Rosario is working on developing a way the club can accept electronic payments with minimal fees.
<> The Rules and Regulation will be updated to reflect the new tail number for the club’s C182.
The next Board of Directors meeting will be held on October 21, 2015 at the Page Field Base Ops FBO at 6:30 pm.
Please contact any board member if you have questions about club operations.
Board Meeting Synopsis
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The Aviation Study Group will meet on Saturday October 31 in the seminar room (upstairs) at Base
Ops FBO at 9 AM. This group brainstorms and discusses techniques for IFR (and VFR) flying chal-
lenges in a scenario-based format. This is not an IFR ground school, but is an opportunity to discuss
topics of interest in real life operations.
The group chooses scenarios from the IFR Mastery Series as a starting point but then expands the dis-
cussion from there. Please advise me if there is a particular subject (approaches, navigation, etc.) you
would like to discuss and we will find a course that emphasizes this area, if possible. CFII Nancy
Moore moderates the discussions. Please bring an IPad or laptop if you use either of these for refer-
ence or flight planning. All pilots are welcome. We are asking for a $2 donation per pilot to cover costs
of training materials and refreshments. Coffee and donuts will be available. If have any questions,
please contact Ellen Herr at 239 560 8526 or [email protected].
Aviation Study Group October 31 — 9AM BASE OPS
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Maintenance by Charlie Carroll
3521Q:
Oil pressure switch,
Repaired
Fuel flow indicator
INOP, cleaned ter-
minals
Hanger door not
open all the way-
Rudder damages
944CC:
No Action
397ME:
50 Hour check and
oil
The Rudder on 3521Q was damaged,
putting the plane back in the hangar.
This is the second time this has hap-
pened in three months. The operators
Will be assessed the price of repair.
DO NOT MOVE A PLANE IN OR OUT A
HANGAR UNTIL THE DOOR HAS STOPPED
FULLY OPEN.
ALL THE PLANES WILL HAVE Stratus 2S Re-
ceivers, to be used with the I-PAD and
ForeFlight. These will be installed in the
next week or so. These are great safety
additions.
Remember, please call with the slight-
est question on the planes, if you see
something.
Thanks for the calls, everything will be
addressed as it is reported.
Remember CALL CHARLIE 239-281-3710,
NO TEXTS with anything.
If you are unable to get me in 20
minutes, Call Terry Voorhees 239-292-
9231.
Safe flying--Charlie.
Flying Back from Bartow
by Dean Martin
Glad You Asked
Q: What is the proper way to secure
N944CC’s yokes?
A: Great Question! When the plane is in
the hangar the yokes DO NOT need to be
tied with the seat belts. In fact, this dam-
ages the wrap on the yoke. So please
stop
If the plane is tied down outside, please
continue to secure the yokes as well as
the proper wing and tail tie downs.
Thanks for asking!
Please send all your questions to
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Calendar of Events
13OCT 5:30pm
Rusty Pilot Program
At RSW Training Center
FMFC will be hosting a Rusty Pilot Seminar
Open to all pilots in the area
We will NOT be having a regular meeting
Event is free, but seats are limited
Registration required: fortmyersflyingclub.com/rusty
24OCT 9:30am
Page Field Tower Tour
Get to know your ATC at KFMY.
Groups of 6, if needed we will stagger larger groups
Email Marc Scott: [email protected]
03NOV 9am-3pm
Page Field Aviation Day
The SWFL Aviation Community is on display
Fun, Food, and of course lots of Cool Airplanes
We’re seeking volunteers to help promote FMFC
Email Marc Scott: [email protected]
Live raffle drawing will take place at the end of
day. Buy tickets through a Board Member or
online at fortmyersflyingclub.com/raffle
05DEC
Fort Myers Flying Club Holiday Party
Save the date!
Fortmyersflyingclub.com/raffle
FMFC License Plates and Bumper Stickers
Order soon for pickup at Aviation Day
fortmyersflyingclub.com/store
MEETINGS
General Meetings: 2nd Tuesday,
7:00PM @ RSW Training Center
Board Meetings: 3rd Wednesday,
6:30PM @ Page Field Base Ops
Conference Room
Cessna Skylane 182S - N397ME $ 85 per hour + 13 gal fuel per hour
Piper Archer 181 - N944CC
$ 65 per hour + 10 gal fuel per hour
*** OUR AIRCRAFT ***
Cessna Skyhawk 172 - N3521Q
$ 65 per hour + 10 gal fuel per hour
Mailing Address:
605 Danley Drive, # 10
Ft. Myers, FL 33907
FMFC Website:
www. FortMyersFlyingClub.com
Fort Myers’ Oldest Flying Club
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Frank Cerny 239-565-9763
Ed Hemsath 239-949-6330
Rhonda Culmer 239-292-9602
John Petrikas 239-565-8440
Dave Bliek 239-431-0628
Skip Bentley 239-691-6698
Ed Fink 239-489-0443
Al Ledet 239-272-1289
Len DeNardo 239-849-7984
Tyler Baston 239-910-6654
Authorized Club CFIs
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Name Position Phone Email
Dean Martin President (239) 848-2069 [email protected]
Al Ledet Vice President (239) 272-1289 [email protected]
Ellen Herr Secretary (239) 560-8526 [email protected]
Johnny Dorning Membership Chair (239) 634-3422 [email protected]
Charlie Carroll Aircraft Officer (239) 281-3710 [email protected]
Waner Del Rosario Communications (239) 677-4903 [email protected]
Stephen Petrikas Disciplinary Officer (239) 851-2307 [email protected]
Marc Scott Activities Director (239) 357-6720 [email protected]
Steve Hall (239) 455-2881 [email protected]
Skip Bentley (239) 691-6698 [email protected]
Dave Bliek (239) 431-0628 [email protected]
Board of Directors
Bob Adamski Legal Officer (239) 482-8206 [email protected]
Larry Denmark Treasurer (239) 229-8759 [email protected]
Other Positions