The Newsletter of your Cessna Pilot’s Society                      Volume IV issue 5.0, Early September 2016

 

 

Welcome back to “NOTAMS”.  This periodic newsletter is sent to Members of the Cessna Pilots Society to keep everyone informed of Society News, Gatherings, and interesting threads under discussion on our forums. 

Whether we’re addressing a maintenance challenge, encouraging those seeking an enhanced rating, or planning that next big trip, the camaraderie and enthusiasm for flight that come from a participation on the forums adds to your enjoyment of aviation. We welcome you to join in. Registered members need just click on the links.

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CPS Newsletter : Early September 2016

Forum Links:

Upcoming Fly-in Destinations:

Triple Tree: Sept 7 –10 2016

One of the most laid back and fun aviation events.  It should be on your calendar as it is unique.  No one trying to sell you anything.   Airplanes, camping (if you can call marble topped bathrooms 'camping'), plenty of hot water, a friendly staff, good food, music, and to be surrounded by beautiful aircraft on what might be the world's best maintained billiard table smoothe grass runway.  A full concierge service too (no kidding).   The grass runway is over 7000' long and over 400' wide.! A beautifully crafted and wonderful event.

CPS will be there with Jeff C. somewhere beneath the CPS banner.   Tune in and sign on:

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309009&Searchpage=1&Main=18828&Words=triple&Search=true#Post309009

 

KXSA Fly In at Tappahanock VA!  Sept 10, 2016

Greg and Pat Wright invites their CPS buds down to experience that home town hospitality.  Both Greg and Pat are well known and respected for the welcome they put out for everyone in the CPS family.  No one has ever come away from an XSA gathering without a smile and a story or two. A CPS tradition.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309371#Post309371

 

AOPA Fly-In @ Battle Creek MI  09-16 thru 09-18.

You can be part of the CPS Contingent.

Flying, food, family, fun.   An Early Fall gathering in Michigan.  Family oriented  (they'll thank you for taking them along). Cool location and a group of folks with whom you won't mind spending some time.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309077#Post309077  

 

AOPA Fly-In @ Prescott AZ  10-01.

You can be part of the CPS Contingent.

Steve Wolf, Jim Morgan and Craig Chipley will be working this one. Join them for the fun.  Sign-up list will be on the Forums soon.  Stay tuned.

 

CPS Fly In Reports:

AOPA Fly-In Bremerton WA 08-20-16

Lane Gormley leads the CPS effort at Bremerton.:

Lane and Gretchen  Gormley, Daryl Medd, Judy Parrish, and Jeff Axle did our CPS Family proud under the sky at Bremerton's AOPA Fly-In.  AOPA reported that this was their most successful and highest attended regional fly-in to date.  Judy's "Sherbet" is always a great attraction and the CPS crew had their share of folks coming up for information and picture opportunities.  Nice job everyone!

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309148&page=all

 

 

Montauk 2016 Gathering August 21 and 28^th!

When weather forecasts for weekend date #1 made some folks cancel with regret, Bob V doubled down and hosted two Sunday gatherings in a row.  Everyone that couldn't make week 1 (and a couple folks that made both gatherings) was sure appreciative.  So two complete CPS crews were able to enjoy the beauty and the beach at KMTP.  Dialogue and pictures included, and you've got to admire the guts it takes (some guts in plain evidence) to be seen in bathing wear by your friends.   A very cool and stand-up example of CPS hospitality... Thanks to Bob Vila and Lauren Raines for their generous nature.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309055#Post309055

 

 Interesting Discussions on the CPS Forum:

Legality of the Paperless Cockpit

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309444#Post309444

ECI A.D. Final Ruling and times released.

The FAA caves to Continental's Money Grab:  The Membership speaks:

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309580#Post309580

Concorde Battery Fitment Issues?

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309179#Post309179

New Guys and T210s

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309699&page=all

IFR: When Busting Mins is the Only Choice

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=310505#Post310505

IFR: Clouds from both sides:

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=310397#Post310397

MidContinent MD93 clock/USB port

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=310168#Post310168

Hand-Held VHF Radios

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=310371#Post310371

Garmin Data-base as a Jepp lower cost alternative:

It looks like Garmin is discounting some packages for their wares.   Read on!

As database costs are both on-going and not insubstantial, this should allow some minor relief from database hemorrhage.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309086#Post309086

https://fly.garmin.com/fly-garmin/support/pricing

ADSB Group Buy:  David and Betheny Bunin offer fellow CPS Members a buy-in alternative

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=308856&gonew=1#UNREAD

FAA Overreaches on Aerostop Seat Stop

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=309397#Post309397

Medical Reform:   the discussion continues to evolve w/ some speculation on just what this will mean for pilots that are anxious about their medicals.

 http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=308126&gonew=1#UNREAD

New Members!

Our 'Introduce Yourself' spot specifically targeted towards new Members of our CPS family is slowly gaining some traction.  Take a moment to introduce yourself if you've been a lurker or just arrived.  You'll find a warm welcome, and a kindred spirit throughout the Membership.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=postlist&Board=62&page=1

Doggy Rescues:  We have a boatload of folks that use their airplanes for higher purposes.  LightHawk, Angel Flight, and various doggy rescue missions are flown 'quietly' by humble individuals who wouldn't think of calling attention to their efforts.  Editors being under no such pressure, we are pleased to say a word of thanks to Bruce Cohen and Ed Abrams for these pictures of little lives that have been forever blessed by good men and their airplanes...

Read about it:

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Main=8417&Number=308297#Post308297

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=308633#Post308633

Who Owns the Airspace?   Intentionally allowing trees to grow so as to interfere with approach paths?

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=308726&page=all

 Op Ed:  The Heart of the Group...

Many of you read about the various CPS fly-in events.  Those that have attended become 'addicted' almost immediately.  It's a good gig.

Some of these are simple 'breakfast gatherings, often impromptu.  Some are more crafted and have some scaffold beneath.  Our participation as invited guests at the AOPA fly-ins being an example.  The upcoming event at Triple Tree yet another.

At the heart of every event big or small is a good soul.  That guy or gal is someone that took the initiative to say 'I can do this'.  They recognized the opportunity to give something back.  Our annual gathering,  the most recent having been hosted by Jane and John Marden, is without parallel in that it is done by volunteers. No one collects a dime, and there has never been any kind of administrative or event fee imposed.  Our fly-in activities are conducted as 'family gatherings' with you and your family regarded as part of the whole.  No one profits, there is no glory.  Just some of your CPS sisters and brothers doing something nice for the sake of sharing a good time.

Next time you're thinking about heading out for a destination in your airplane, think of how much more fun could be had were a few of your CPS buds and their families with you to share.  Put up a post and try to develop a buzz.  Once you spend some time face to face, your on-line friends quickly become friends for life. 

The good soul behind the next CPS gathering, could be you. 

 CPS is also on Facebook! Stop by and remember to hit the 'like' button.
 https://www.facebook.com/CessnaPilotsSociety?fref=ts

CPS Shirts and Logo-Wear: are available on-line direct buy from our vendor. You get these direct and at a negotiated discount.

http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=299731#Post299731

Free Manuals..

Cessna Corporate is continuing to offer parts manual downloads for many models on their website. We encourage you to download and safeguard a copy of these vital records so that you’ll always have them available. A thumb-drive kept in the airplane for use during your travels might be a good idea as well.

 http://www.cessna-pilots.net/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=290178&page=all 

Early Fall Flying:

As we slowly come to the realization that we're not actually going to be char-broiled by the noon sun, the appeal of the airplane goes up.  With the prime-season destinations now just a bit less crowded, and with hotel rates coming back to reality, many of us are going to be lighting off for a fall trip.  Whether that trip is across the state or across the USA, keep in mind that Fall weather is also at times unsettled.  The environment aloft and at the surface may vary from winter-like cold to summer like broil on any given day due to the range we enjoy as pilots in a free USA.  Make sure you and your passengers are prepared for varying weather.   Ensure your emergency bag is equipped to deal with whatever nature throws your way.

Special thanks as always: to those that take the time to share experience and counsel on our forums. Your generosity of self sets the CPS standard.

---Your CPS Forum Board
Jeff Chipetine, Lisa Frankewich, Pedro Giralt, Mike Jesch, Tom Mallon, Steve Snyder, Don Tedrow

That ties things up for this issue of CPS NOTAMS. See you in Triple Tree, KXSA, Battle Creek MI, and on the forums.