From the Left Seat

Wow! July provided some great weather to aviate. Thanks, Barry, for putting on the poker run this year. People are still talking about their experiences. I know at least three members have stories about flying to AirVenture at Oshkosh. I met David Orr there with his Zenith 701. Now that trip would be a story! Rick Stoffel was also there in his RV-4. It was the 50th anniversary of Vans Aircraft so there were RV’s everywhere. The Young Eagle season will be complete with the final rally at Port Townsend on August 20. Thanks to Mike Payne for hosting us at the Aero Museum and thanks to Bud Davies and Tracy Halsted for all their work, preparation, and execution for the three rallies. There’s room for more volunteers and pilots! I’m confident the efforts will be rewarded in young people’s lives.

Also, thanks to Harry Cook for facilitating the VMC/IMC club. It’s always a great aviation party with ice cream and pie, if you choose.

I hope to see you at Air Affair on August 27th. I’ll probably be marshalling aircraft, but the tent will be set up for social gatherings, so be sure to stop by.

Now that the Pilot Recognition Plaza is in place, find your spot on the airplane to honor an achievement, loved one, or even yourself! The 4x8” pavers go for $200 and an 8x8” for $400. These funds go into our scholarship fund and support young people going to college for aviation careers. Contact me to place your paver on the list for the upcoming new order.

Our chapter continues to grow, and the diversity of our new member’s experiences is amazing. Mary “Skip” Brown does such a nice job of introducing each new member in the newsletter. Thanks Skip!

Keep the shiny side up! Ray