EAA Chapter 430 Gathering September 24, 2022

• Meeting social and sign-in 0930.
• Chapter President Ray Ballantyne called the Membership Gathering to order at 1009 in Bud Davies’ Sequim Valley hanger #15.
• Ray led The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag with 27 members and 2 guests attending.
• Ray greeted everyone and mentioned a bit about the local production of Arsenic and Old Lace, a play featuring our own Bud Davies.
• Ray shared that Ken Brown has taken on serving as the new International President of UFO - United Flying Octogenarians.
• Guest/New Member Intro’s: Kevin Widdowson and Denary Davitt, and new members - Jim Westfall and Greg Arehart.
• Approve Minutes: There were no August minutes, as Air Affaire substituted for our gathering. The non-existence of August minutes was approved without objection.
• Correspondence: None reported.
• Ken Brown offered a quick W28 brief - airport closure for runway refurbishment and notes about fuel availability.
• Membership director Erik Petersen reported that there are now 104 chapter members.
• Young Eagles director Tracy Halsted reported on a few changes to the program for next year.
• Pilots who make 30 flights in the first part of the year (1/1 - 7/31) - get a polo shirt (or a pony, or something nice like that.)
• Ground volunteers are to receive special pins.
• First time pilots may enter a drawing for a Lightspeed Headset.
• The Chapter will receive double credits for events between 1/1 and 7/31 2023.
• Flyout director Barry Halsted reported that the September destination was adjusted to Harvey (S43) and was attended by 11 people, conveyed in 5 aircraft. Looking forward to Bremerton and Chehalis as destinations in the near future.
• Ray gave a report about the Young Eagles event held at Port Townsend, Jefferson County International Airport (0S9)

o 31 kids were flown after a delayed start due to low weather ceiling.

• Kudos and applause for Bud Davies organizing pilots, signage, food and more.

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• Kudos and applause for Tracy Halsted’s effort and hard work - getting wifi registration going and so much more.
• Ray mentioned that the 3 city event schedule seemed to be a hit with everyone and to expect that again for next year.
• Old Business:
• Recognition Plaza - Ray shared that the plaza is looking great! It’s the perfect time to order a brick or two to acknowledge someone - or maybe even one for yourself. 4 x 8’s available for a donation of $200, and 8 x 8’s for $400.
• Plans for an Ultralight Breakfast seem to have slipped for this year, but we should look forward to an event in the first half of next year - perhaps May.
• New Business:
• Ray led a brief discussion about efforts towards rejuvenation of our chapter Build and Fly Program - topics included a description of the model airplane kit and equipment we have on hand, an outline of the program’s purpose and a call for volunteers. Please contact Ray if you’d like to help this effort move forward.
• Erik Petersen gave a short talk about the 3D printer he has donated - what it does and what’s needed to make it work.
• John Cuny provided an enthusiastic description and invitation to WAAAM - Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum, Hood River, Oregon.
• John Cuny and Ernie Hansen treated us with their trip reports - attempted and successful - to the most recent Hood River Fly-In. Smoke, wind and turbulence featured prominently.
• Project Reports.
• Harry Cook - Sonex Waiex B empennage nearly completed, full kit on the way.
• Richard Howell - Sing 2 project delivered to the paint shop.
• Rick Stoffel - RV-10
• Erik Petersen - Wheeler Express
• Rick Vaux - Denny Kitfox, landing gear replacement
• Norm Coote - Quickie Q2
• Classified Mentions
• Jay Pearlman - Deluxe heated Port Angeles T-hangar available for rent, $375/month, plus electricity.
• Erik Petersen - share available in a beautiful C-172 based at Port Angeles.
• Scott Fitzgerald - 15’ trailer, suited for aircraft transport.
• Quick Announcements
• Harry Cook is working on plans for a plan - possibilities for a Chapter facility and programs.
• The October gathering moves back to the terminal conference room at Wm. R. Fairchild International Airport.
• Ray suggested we try pre-gathering breakfast at 9:30a, rather than pizza afterward. That idea met with a favorable response from attending members.
• Ray adjourned the gathering at 1108.
• Bill Collier was expected to make his presentation about Air America, but we had a mix up about time and place. Ray recovered nicely with a video presentation about the mission and work of the RAF - Recreational Aviation Foundation.
• Burger Bash and other refreshments - hosted by Ray and Lisa Ballantyne, and once again, cooking duties were expertly accomplished by Mr. Dave Miller. Thank you!!

Respectfully submitted,

Richard Howell, EAA 430 Secretary