From the Left Seat

It’s hard to believe it’s already June and we’re still waiting for Summer. But EAA430 is ripping through our year of events. We were wildly successful with the Young Eagle event in Port Angeles Airport Appreciation Day. Eight pilots flew 80 young eagles. We could have done more, but ran out of time and airplanes. We had 14 ground volunteers which made the process go smoothly, thanks to Tracy Halsted‘s preparations.

The following week we had a great presentation at our May gathering from Sam Davies about his local history and the history of Big Andy airstrip west of Port Angeles. After the pizza lunch, we hosted nine people exploring aviation at the Flying Start presentation by David Woodcock. Cecilia Aragon provided great assistance with her colorful history. Unfortunately, the weather did not allow for their eagle rides on that day, so we’re scheduling them for a sunny day.

Thanks to Barry Halsted for another great fly out to Friday Harbor. It sounds like June may be in the islands also.

We received our gold level status recognition for 2020–2021. Thanks to everyone who lent a hand and that allows the chapter to accomplish so much.

Best wishes to Dan Gase on his retirement and his move to Idaho. Welcome to John Picker, the new Fairchild International Airport Manager.

We’re making progress on the recognition Plaza construction project, and hope it will be completed by the end of the month.

Working with Young Eagles coordinator, Bud Davies, we have decided to move our last Young Eagle rally to Pt Townsend in August. We have not yet decided on the date. The Sequim Valley rally will be on July 16 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. More pilots and aircraft are always welcome.