EAA Chapter 430 Monthly Gathering Minutes

The meeting was called to order @ 1005 by President Ken Brown with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag Introduction of Guests. Anthony Richards has returned to Port Angeles, where it grew up, and is excited to be back in aviation, and is looking forward to getting involved any way he can. James Reeves and Linda Runion also joined us for a total of 33 people attending. Presentation: Barry Halsted described his lifelong love affair with aviation beginning with model airplanes and culminating in the creation of Saffire. The concept of Saffair began when John Meyers and Barry were deciding what the perfect airplane would be. Barry decided to build his own design. In 1980, Barry started the engineering (with a book), the construction (with a maple hammer), the intricacies with the landing gear, and flight test challenges. After ten years, Saffire won the OSH Lindy twice.

Board of Directors September meeting report: We have $6000 in the bank. We have 102 members with Jim Reeves joining us this morning. The nominating committee is looking for a treasurer, and there is an opportunity for someone to make a big difference in the scholarship fund by being the memorial paver chairperson. There will be some recommended changes to the Chapter By laws including extending terms of service to two years, and position descriptions. Project Reports: Rick Vaux has picked up his two ultralights from Idaho. He now has a Kitfox Lite, and a strutted version of the Dream Classic. Congratulations, Rick! Richard Howell is getting excited about attending the EAA workshop in Seattle in preparation for the start of construction of his Sling II kit. He’s hoping it will be easier than Barry’s build. Dave Moffett is glad his RV12 has fixed gear (after listening to Barry’s presentation). He is busy doing mechanic’s yoga as he installs new avionics. Dava McNutt had a historic picture from the Port Angeles Flying Club she hoped someone could identify. Dave Woodcock gave a quick overview of the Disaster Aircraft Response Team (DART) exercise on September 21, 2019. There was a ton of food transported from PA to PT for the food bank. He hopes to include the Ham radio and CERT people into the next exercise.

EAA has announced the new Young Eagles Build and Fly program. This starts with a model airplane build, followed by a YE flight. This has been discussed with both the Port Angeles and Sequim radio control aircraft clubs. A large six-foot wingspan model with all equipment is available for $500 from EAA. Rick Vaux has some model kits that he offered to donate.

Scott Brooksby said the EAA Webinars are really good and encouraged others to see them.

The 50/50 scholarship raffle was won by Charlie King.

Nomination Committee report: Looking for a Treasurer and Programs Lead NEED for volunteers to fill the following:

Fund Raising chair to leader the “Pave the way to the Future” program. Lead person for the sale of the donated Smith-Miniplane Lead person for OSK 2020 if this is a chapter event.

Lead person for facility manager for winter season: Setup and start heaters & purchase propane etc. Web Editor: Volunteer to get the coffee & snack VMC Club will meet on Wednesday, October 9 at Mariners Café. Topic will be water emergencies.

Upcoming Events: November Annual Business Meeting and Chapter 46th Birthday party Bylaw changes for review: Lunch – suggestion Pizza / beverage / cake Annual Holiday party December 28th, 2019 Cedars at Dungeness The meeting concluded around 1148.

Respectfully,

Ray Ballantyne, Secretary