EAA Chapter 430 Newsletter, May 2018

EAA Chapter 430 newsletter May 2018 Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 430 Serving Sequim, Port Angeles and the Northern Olympic Peninsula. Chapter president Mike Radford’s move to Alaska moved off his agenda, so he’ll be writing President’s columns again soon and continuing to host chapter meetings in Hangar 10 at Sequim Valley airport. The May chapter meeting on Saturday, May 26 will be our first picnic potluck of the year. Burgers and drinks will be provided, but we need side dishes, desserts, and help with cleaning up after the party! In This Issue EAA 430 Board and Officers Calendar of Events First Young Eagle Rally Classified Ads Chapter meeting minutes 1 1 2 3 3 EAA CHAPTER 430 2017 BOARD & OFFICERS PRESIDENT Vacant Vice –PRESIDENT Jim Rosenburgh 681-0973 SECRETARY Ray Ballantyne 683-8571 TREASURER Harry Cook 907-978- 8750 Events & Programs Lee Runion 425-282- 9122 Tech Counselor & Flight Advisor Jim Cone 775-0311 Tech Counselor Dan Masys 797-3260 Website Editor Ken Brown 681-8796 Newsletter Editor Dan Masys 797-3260 Membership Bob Hicks 452-9399 Merchandise John Meyers 477-1354 Young Eagles John Meyers 477-1354 Scholarship Dave Miller 452-7136 *Phones area code 360 unless otherwise noted EAA Chapter 430 meets on the last Saturday of the month, in Hangar 10 at Sequim Valley Airport at 10:00 a.m. For directions and additional information about chapter programs, see the chapter website: http://www.eaa430.org He’s BAACK! On the Horizon: Calendar of Events

EAA Chapter 430 www.eaa430.org Newsletter May 2018 2 Date Topic Saturday, May 26, 2018 10:00 a.m. Sequim Valley Airport George Samples will return as a survival expert and focus on starting outdoor fires in the PNW. Program followed by potluck picnic with burgers and drinks provided. Saturday, June 9, 2018 10:00 a.m. Second Young Eagle Rally. Port Angeles Fairchild International Airport. By Tracy Boulton and Lisa Ballantyne We had a great turnout at the first Young Eagle Rally at Sequim Valley Airport on Saturday, May 19. Seven pilots from EAA chapter 430, and two pilots from neighboring chapters, gave rides to around 70 kids. The weather was perfect and a good time was had by all. It was especially fun to see the reactions of the kids who were on their first flight. We had a good turnout of ground crew to make the registration and escort activities go smoothly First Young Eagle Rally of 2018

EAA Chapter 430 www.eaa430.org Newsletter May 2018 3 Aircraft hangars for sale at the Port Angeles Airport. Newer, well built. Now just $31,000 each. Call for brochure or more information. Alan Barnard, Professional Realty Services 360- 461-0175 EAA Chapter 430 Membership Meeting Minutes Date: April 28, 2018 Location: W28 # 10 10:00 a.m. • Chapter Secretary Ray Ballantyne opened the meeting with the Pledge Allegiance • Introduction of Guests: John Sundits and Grant Mills. There were 25 members present, including new member Steve Wagner. • Minutes: Are posted on the web site, and an email with a link is sent to members. Citing difficulties getting the link to work, several people wanted a direct email of the newsletter. • Comments: o Ray talked about attending the Chapter Leadership training with Dave Miller in Oshkosh, WI. They both spoke of being surprised at the resources available for the chapters, and the enthusiasm of the staff. Ray mentioned the VMC and IMC programs and had a general discussion that suggested there was interest in starting a VMC club. o Scholarship: Dave Miller said that he was conducting a 50/50 raffle for the scholarship fund this morning. A buck a ticket or 6 for $5.00. o Young Eagle Announcements: Lee Runion spoke for John Meyers, and said the first Young Eagle event will be May 19 at Sequim Valley. Lee asked for a show of hands for those planning to fly and those planning to be ground crew. Volunteers please let John know of your commitment. o Programs: Lee Runion also asked how many would be interested in a tour of the Coast Guard Station at Port Angeles. With the large response, Lee said he would pursue a weekday visit. Available from our Members

EAA Chapter 430 www.eaa430.org Newsletter May 2018 4 • Project Reports: (members open forum) Dave Miller reported that the RV-14 that he and Bill Benedict are building is starting to look like an airplane, and the panel will be powered soon. Wade Kincade talked about his Sonex project that is significantly complete. Because of health issues, he would like to sell the project. • Old Business: Ray announced there have been no flyouts planned for 2018. He said that doesn’t stop members from creating their own trips. • EAA430 road sign – Ken Brown talked to Andy Sallee about the installation and Andy said he would like to see what is planned, and would like it installed near the memorial rock in the parking area. Additional conversation ensued about plaques on the rock. • New Business: The board investigated options for a meeting place in case Hangar #10 becomes unavailable. The following meeting locations may be available: the terminal building at Pt Angeles Fairchild Intl, the Sequim PUD is available on weekdays only, and Ken Brown reported that chapter member Mark Cheney at Blue Ribbon Farms (WN29) has tentatively offered his hangar as a meeting place. There was a show of hands that indicated our meeting place should be on an airport near Sequim. Break for coffee & cookies &donuts • Raffle: The raffle sold $85 in tickets. The winner, Dave Stalnecht, donated his half back to the club, so a total of $85 was added to the scholarship fund. Thanks to everyone who participated. Social Meeting and Presentation: Lee Runion introduced Sandy Boudron who presented an informative presentation on health emergencies including heart attack, stroke, and choking. She gave demonstrations of CPR and how to use an AED defibrilizer. The meeting concluded at 12:15 p.m. • Next General meeting will be May 26, 2018 1000 Respectfully submitted, Ray Ballantyne, secretary EAA430 Note: General Membership meeting minutes are now included in the monthly Newsletter. Minutes of the monthly Board meeting are also available to chapter members via login at the Members only page of the chapter website: http://www.eaa430.org If you are a chapter member and do not yet have a login to the Members page, you can register with your email address to create a login at the website.