April 2010

The Patrician

VICTORIA FLYING CLUB

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The Patrician Monthly newsletter of the Victoria Flying Club

APRIL 2010

In this issue:

The Victoria Flying Club est. 1946

5 AGM and Election of New Board Members

“To promote flying and aviation in general, and to teach and train persons in the art and science of flying and navigating and operating all manner of heavier-than-air aircraft.”

(Victoria Flying Club Incorporation Bylaws, 1946)

9 PIREP: CYCD, CZBB, CYPK

Board of Directors

11 New Victoria Harbour Frequency

President………………………………….….Lloyd Toope Vice President…………………………..Colin Dormuth Treasurer……………………………………….Ellen Wood Secretary……………………………………….Rob Shemilt Directors………………………………………..Sean Steele Colin Williamson Don Devenney Steve Demy General Manager………………………….Gerry Mants Chief Flying Instructor……………..Graham Palmer

13 Flightfest 2010—Nelson, BC Editor/Publisher: Christie Hall thepatrician@shaw.ca

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Gold Medal Hockey at VFC Regardless of the inconvenience of airspace restrictions, the Olympics were enjoyed and the gold medal hockey game celebrated at VFC. On a perfectly flyable day, all but one plane sat on the silent ramp, while cheers and jeers erupted from the Pilot’s Lounge.

Despite some very tense m o m e n t s , t h e g a m e a nd t h e accompanying burgers were enjoyed by all in attendance.

Thanks to Brad Fraser (call sign: Captain Canada) for spearheading the event and manning the barbeque!

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Many thanks to Mike Sudul for this month’s photo within a photo.

This creative photo puzzle piece costume, modelled by Mike’s very charming grandchildren, shows off Mike’s Nanchang CJ6A. Each photo entry will be eligible for a monthly prize from the pilot shop. Also, every photo submitted through the year will be entered into a draw for a $100 gift certificate from VFC. One entry per month, per person please. Send your favourite aviation related photos to: thepatrician@shaw.ca by the 15th of each month .

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Monday and Wednesday Evenings 1900—2200 Upstairs at the Victoria Flying Club Date

Topic

Instructor

Apr 12 14 19 21 26 28 May 03 05 10 12 17 19 26 31 June02 07 09 14 16 21

Aerodynamics, Theory of Flight, Licensing Airframes and Engines Systems and Flight Instruments Canadian Aviation Regulations Canadian Aviation Regulations Meteorology Meteorology Meteorology Meteorology Meteorology Meteorology Human Factors and Pilot Decision Making Flight Operations Flight Operations Navigation Navigation Navigation Radio and Electronic Theory Review (Tower Tour and Written Exam Seminar) Review

Yasuhiro Koide Mike Chow Mike Chow Yasuhiro Koide Yasuhiro Koide Simon Dennis Simon Dennis Simon Dennis Simon Dennis Simon Dennis Simon Dennis Brad Fraser Yasuhiro Koide Yasuhiro Koide Jeff Lightheart Jeff Lightheart Jeff Lightheart Dave Kupchenko John McConnachie Brad Fraser

PPL Groundschool Course $250

PPL Groundschool Kit $250 Sign up with Dispatch at the Victoria Flying Club Or call 250-656-2833

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Annual General Meeting of the

Victoria Flying Club On Thursday March 11th, nearly fifty club members gathered in the Pilot’s Lounge for this year’s Annual General Meeting. After visiting and enjoying refreshments, the business items on the agenda were covered in a timely fashion, including an overview of the financial statements for 2009 and the election of the Board of Directors for 2010. Thanks to everyone who participated in the evening!

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Victoria Flying Club Board of Directors

Spitfire on take off

Many thanks to the individuals who comprise our Board of Directors, for their time and commitment in attending to the business of the Victoria Flying Club.

From Left to Right: Steve Demy (Director), Don Devenney (Director), Colin Dormuth (Vice President), Lloyd Toope (President), Colin Williamson (Director), Ellen Wood (Treasurer), Sean Steele(Director) Absent: Rob Shemilt (Secretary).

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Mystery Aircraft EXCELLENT RESEARCH SKILLS EMPLOYED BY: Krzysztof Rybak Philip Powell Scott Brynen Michael Bastien Daryl Williams

Manufactured by: General Dynamics Model: Convair 990A Coronado

The oft forgotten US first-generation jet airliner. Production started in 1961 and ended in 1963 after run of 37. It was smaller than the Boeing 707 and Douglas DC-8 but faster and famous for the clouds of black smoke produced by the GE engines.

To Identify the aircraft above, please email: thepatrician@shaw.ca

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“Without disruption of air traffic, these fearless, forthright, indomitable and courageous individuals did venture into the wild blue yonder in flying machines. Furthermore, these skilful individuals did safely land said flying machines at Victoria International Airport, incurring no significant damage to self or machine, thus completing first solo flights.”

Wouldn’t you rather be flying?

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Thanks to Danny Poirier for the following PIREP. If you notice anything during your travels which may be useful to other pilots, please feel free to email: thepatrician@shaw.ca. Please note that while this information is accurate and complete to the best of the author’s ability, the best source of information for any pilot is the Canadian Flight Supplement (CFS). The new CFS is available and valid starting April 8th. All the necessary contact information for receiving up to date information regarding landing fees etc. can be found in this useful and required tool.

By: Danny Poirier I am writing to share info I have come across

The one thing I know for fact is that change is a constant variable for pilots. On March 18th, I called Nanaimo, Pitt Meadows, and Boundary Bay, spoke to each of the general operation managers, and asked questions on what was new and what I could expect when I flew in on my next cross-country. Here is what they had to say:

with regard to some changes that are happening with our local airports. We are only three months into the New Year and a lot has happened. These things will affect not just the big airlines, but every average Joe and Jane pilot as well.

I have spoken with many people about all

Nanaimo has extended its runway and added

the new things that have come into place, are going on and about to happen; some topics over brunch with the regular Saturday morning gang at the Dakota Café, and others with pilots just in passing as they flew from over seas (lower mainland). I always like to have the correct information when I fly to my favorite spots here on the island and mainland. In these last three months, they all have not just been affected by the recent winter games but have gone through permanent changes like opening new terminals or extending runways.

an ILS. They will be implementing a new landing fee in the coming months, currently it is under review.

The person I spoke with assured me that it was less than I expected, but nonetheless it will be coming, this will up the cost for any cross-country pilot wishing to make a stop over especially any student pilots on the way to Campbell River.

(Editor’s Note: As of March 29 2010, the Nanaimo Airport has reverted to the fee schedule for 2009, which amounted to no landing fees for aircraft between 0-2500kg. This includes all VFC owned and operated aircraft. The fee schedule may change as the review process continues. Please see: Nanaimo Airport Fee Schedule)

I

have tried to ensure this information is correct, however, please do your homework and check things out for your self-prior to any flight.

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Pitt

Meadows is back to normal operating procedures and just as busy as ever, if not more so due to new commercial traffic starting to come through this year. Originally, there was talk of installing new security measures that would remain in place after the games; however, this is not to be the case. I was told there are no new landing fees and that there is only the standard security for entering and leaving the terminal building using the door code.

involved with commercial duties such as freight or passengers in larger aircraft types.

I believe it is a good idea to always be informed ahead of time to make any travel plans run smoother and with less chance of unexpected surprises, so hopefully this information is helpful to you. Until next time, fair skies and smooth landings.

The

last place I want to discuss is Boundary Bay. They have a brand new enviro friendly terminal building not more than a five-minute walk from the old terminal. The new building is not quite complete, but is now open for business. The last phase to be completed is the restaurant, which is still located at the old terminal for about another month or so. Once they have relocated, the old terminal building will be torn down. I have been informed there is no new landing fees envisioned at this time unless you are

June 12, 2010 2010 marks the 40th anniversary season of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

As part of the Canadian Navy Centennial Celebrations, the Snowbirds will be in Victoria on June 12th. For more details and the complete 2010 Show Schedule, check out: www.snowbirds.dnd.ca

PHOTO COURTESY OF: www.snowbirds.dnd.ca

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NOTICE: The Victoria Harbour FISE RCO frequency will change from 126.7MHz to 125.85MHz. Pilots operating at Victoria Harbour who require flight planning, weather, or NOTAM information should contact the Kamloops FIC (call sign “Pacific Radio”) on this new frequency.

Effective 8 April 2010 at 0901 UTC.

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Achievements

New Members Scott Bell

First Solo Mike Hughes Mark Philbrook Derek Nissen

Roberto Racca Mary Morandin James Vosburgh Vern Little Tom Barnes

PPL Written Mike Oliver Joe Simonyi

Allison Pfann Philip D’Angelo Kyle Mostowy

PPL Flight Test Richard Carter David Yates Janne Suominen

Marvin Thiessen

WELCOME TO THE VICTORIA FLYING CLUB

CPL Written John Verbeeten Anayas Rai Jonathan Wilson CPL Flight Test Rory Nield

The Victoria Flying Club is very excited to partner with Thrifty Foods in their successful Smile Card program. Pick up your smile card today at the VFC office, and 5% of your grocery purchases will go towards creating scholarships and awards for VFC members.

CPL Licence Sumit Sharma

CONGRATULATIONS!

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NELSON, BC

JULY 17, 2010

Once again the Nelson Pilots Association will be hosting the annual Nelson BC Flightfest and Airport Appreciation Days on Saturday July17, 2010. This aviation event attracts both locals and folks flying in from across BC, Alberta and the US and beyond (last years farthest participants flew in all the way from Ontario!) Nelson’s Municipal Airport (CZNL) will be buzzing with activity for young and old as well as pilots and non pilots. Aircraft arriving on the Friday evening July 16 will be treated to a BBQ and given rides up town or there will be plenty of under-wing camping available. The fun gets underway Saturday morning with our famous pancake breakfast at the airport starting at 8am. Lots of interesting antique, classic, warbird and home built aircraft will be on display - as well, flying demonstrations will be the order of the day! Also making an appearance will be the Canadian Military with two aircraft - a brand new Harvard II NATO trainer and a SAR Buffalo doing flying displays as well as on static display all day Saturday July 17. Lunch, Heritage bus tours, shopping in historic Baker Street, tire kicking, swimming, or just a relaxing walk along the beautiful water front, rounds out a fantastic laid back West Kootenay weekend. Last years event saw more that 3500 people through the gates – all gave rave

reviews. Support general aviation and the airports that serve us so well by planning to be part of this grass roots aviation tradition. We look forward to seeing you in July! – whether you fly a Cessna 150, RV-8, Piper Cub or Beech Baron !

For more information contact: Case Grypma ph: 250-505-3249 Nelson Pilots Association : www.nelsonpilots.ca Email : cgrypma@gmail.com

Lindair Services Ltd Specializing in Cessna, Piper, Beaver float and wheel-equipped aircraft.

A high-quality Service Department that is ready to complete any inspection or repair requirement you may have.

5180 Airport Road South, Richmond, BC Tel: 1-800-663-5829 Fax: 1-800-667-5643

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Flightfest 2010 sounds like a great opportunity for a Victoria Flying Club fly-out! You may wonder, what is a fly-out? Think road-trip with wings! If you’d like to get a group together to enjoy a weekend of aviation and relaxation, send an email to: thepatrician@shaw.ca and we’ll put the word out. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and learn from other pilots, while enjoying our incredible BC summer flying!

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Aircraft - Accommodation - Aviation Books and Gear - Help Wanted - Miscellaneous To meet the deadline for next month’s issue, email your FREE ad by the 15th of each month to: thepatrician@shaw.ca

Sporty's COMPLETE Instrument Rating Course on DVD Like New $200 Jeremy 250-477-7481 or Email Jermechanic@shaw.ca FULL DVD SET + BOOKS The integrated Training Course Outline offers an FAA-approved training syllabus, including all flight and ground lessons. It includes specific lesson objectives, completion standards, required study materials and room for lesson critique and notes.

Victoria Flying Club Mountain Groundschool Seminar Coming Soon Call Dispatch if Interested

Beginning in April, and through the summer months, the Victoria Flying Club office will be open from 8am to 8pm seven days a week. We are eagerly anticipating a busy summer and some great flying weather! If you are departing or returning from a flight outside of these extended office hours, please remember to fill out the night dispatch sheet.

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