Our next meeting is at 9:00 AM, Saturday, April 16 in Del’s Hangar No. 3. After donuts and a brief meeting, we will go work on the segmented circle and windsock at Animas Airport. This has been a committed project for some time and we need all available manpower. The chore is primarily to cut up and paint some barrels. Wouldn’t this experience look good on your resume?

Our last meeting was in Del’s hangar No. 3 on March 16. After Brats and Beer prepared by President Jim, the meeting moved to Doug Brady’s shop to see and hear about the Lancair IV-P that he has under construction. That is Doug explaining some critical details.

That is a Walter 601E turbo-prop propulsion system and expected cruise is 370 mph!!!

This has to be just about the latest and greatest of the glass panel installations. And it even has air-conditioning. The current plan is to complete in time to take it to Oshkosh this year. That should be a quick trip – about 3.0 hours at 370 mph.

The group also got to see Jared Wageman’s conversion of a Tripacer to a Pacer.

Other News

• Our Young Eagles flying day is May 21^st, starting with pancakes, eggs and sausage at 8:00 AM. To participate as a pilot, you need to be a National EAA member, and have proof of insurance on file with President Jim. There are many other chores to do, such as set up tables and chairs, prepare and serve food, and cleanup. We also need volunteers with handheld transceivers to help control ground ops and guide the passengers. Please contact your editor at 970-259-4631 if you can help out with the chores, and contact Bob Winski at 375-1601 if you plan to be a pilot.
• The Animas Searchlight has been stolen from Del’s hangar. Please watch for it, and notify the police if you see it.
• Del is organizing a 100 mph fleet trip to Oshkosh and 6-7 have committed. Please notify Del at 247-4632 if you would like to join the group.