CPS Newsletter : 

July 2020 Issue

Sad News:  Destinations continue to take a hit as Triple Tree Cancelled their late Summer avaition love fest. 

The CPS 2021 Gathering:   Destination hotels are dealing with being pre-booked for 2021 dates and under extra pressure from those w/ plans this year that simply pushed them into 2021 will cause some ripple effect, specifically that the CPS 2021 gathering can no longer be hosted by the Atnip family next year as there's simply no place for us to stay.   

As we move towards the end of the year and there is hopefully some clarification on the trends for the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Forum Board will open the discussion forums for a 2021 destination. 

If YOU have a great idea of a good spot to hold our 2021 gathering, please contact anyone on the Forum Board with your ideas.   We'ld love to hear from you as we all want to resume this event in the coming year if at all possible.

Discussions on our Forums:

TRAVEL ADVISORIES:  Some States are practicing Scarlett Letter Law (after a fashion) and 'requiring' transients from C-19 hot-spot areas to self quarrantine, typically for 14 days.  Thus far it has been voluntary but these situations are fluid and the prudent aviator makes him/herself aware of all possible information that might affect the flight.    Don Tedrow started the discussion here.

Whelen Lay-Offs:  In what is likely to be a theme we hear repeated for a while,  Whelen announced some lay-offs this week.   While none of us individually can do much to effect the big picture, let's remember to support those that have supported CPS whenever possible so that the bloodletting is minimized.  Whelen Lay-Off Link

Good News?  There's some excellent news.   One of our Legacy Members and a true gentleman in every sense is recovering from a subtantial health challenge.   Link

Legal Liability for aircraft after it is sold?

Anyone Switching to Basic Med?

Ramp Rats, Ramblings, Rants, and checks...

Purpose of old tires on tiedown ramps?

172

Restoration of a 1960 172A

Matterhorn White

182

Let's See What's Under Your Bonnet

Leaking Green Goo

Aft Bulkhead Repair

Cross-Feed Fuel Dumping

Maximum Leaning Below 65%

NoseWheel Steering

New Panel Complete

206

Mindy and Sarah

210

Micro VGs

75 210L IO 550 Conversion w/ Scimitar Prop

Surefly Ignition

O2 - I can't breathe

Scat Tube Fresh Air Ducting

Time, Difficulty, and Cost of Replacing All Glass

Other Aircraft:

Yak

BearHawk

Pilot Skill:

Not Exactly his Finest Hour

When ATC Loses Their Radios...

Ramp Checks

You Never Want to be Talking to 121.5

Maintenance

Cam Lifters Continental

Changing Gas Cap Gaskets

Alternator Belt

Thoughts on Engine Monitors

Installing Scat Hose in Wing Roots

Gear Up Switch $1000+?

Blowing out Oil on Start Up

Avionics:

Alpha AOA

No PT on Garmin GTN625?

A slight Tweak

Garmin G5 vs GI275

Aspen PFD 1000MAX

G5 Wind Readout

Music Input from iPHONE Dongle and Buzz

Never Again:

Incapacitated Caravan Pilot

Mid Air Collision:  

Our own Dave Phifer and his son Luke were on Lace Coeur D'Alene when a mid-air collision occured.  While they did not witness the event at the moment of impact, they turned at the sound and saw the debris falling from the sky.  Luke and Dave immediately went to the scene in their boat, but no rescue was possible.  A sobering first hand account that gives us some food for thought on keeping that eagle eye peeled. 

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Destinations:

One of the favorite threads remains our "Where did you fly today".  Members share their destinations,  descriptions, and pictures in a manner that is often moving, and often visually stunning.   If you've got a place to share, the story of a journey, or even something as simple as a gathering for lunch at a 'regular spot',  this is a good place to post.  LINK

Montauk Swim Fat Man Challenge

Bruce Spears bought a 182 on the opposite coast, flew it home,  and documented the journey nicely.  Even had some cool pix.  He did this knowing that on his return he would have to self-isolate for 14 days which goes to prove that every airman you know has a loose thread or two somewhere in his make-up.  Congratulations Bruce on the new ride and thanks for taking us along!   Cross Canada Link

The Wolansky crew has been seen all about New England.  This is the White Cloud Diner in MA and we know they were recently spotted at Bethany's on Block Island.  Word is that right now they're in the Bahamas and in their own 182.  Nicely done folks.

Everyone reading here has a story to tell.   Travel, skill, maintenance, restoration and even tales of our mistakes allow everyone to learn. Let your voice be heard! 

Fly Responsibly Folks!  Stay safe, and keep up with proficiency. 

Your stories, ideas, and suggestions for this Newsletter are always welcome.   PM any of the Forum Board Members w your thoughts.

Your CPS Forum Board:  Jeffrey Chipetine, Eric Finley, John Matthews, Greg Wright, Mark Zimmermann.

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