From the Left Seat

Wow! It’s hard to believe that we’re already in the middle of October looking at the holidays. One thing that we’re going to change for the month of October is our food and venue. Starting at 0930 on October 29 at the Fairchild international Airport conference room we are planning a breakfast bash with homemade breakfast casseroles, pastry and coffee. Come early to help set up and then be the first in line!

I’m sorry to report that my oldest brother, John Lee, passed away in early October. I’m writing from Delaware, and it’s been kind of a blur since we left Seattle. Lisa and I had a memorial gathering for John here in Delaware and the funeral will be in Frederick Maryland on November 4. That said, I plan to be at the upcoming board meeting and gathering in October.

I’m excited about the energy around working with youth through aviation. We have volunteers ready to help with the Maker lab and then to build our first “build and fly” project. We expect the Maker lab to gear up before the end of the year. Thanks to Rick Vaux, Eric Petersen, and Richard Howell for all their help.

After Halloween, the holidays are here! I look forward to the November gathering at the conference room on the 26th. And get ready for the Christmas party on December 10. There will be a flyer coming out and an electronic RSVP which will really help with our planning.

Thanks to the board for all that they do. They do a great job keeping us a Gold Chapter!

Ray