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NOTAM - 2020/ 19
December 2020

VASI December virtual/ zoom meeting - Wings eligible

When:          Wednesday December 16th, at 7pm
Topic:         "Engine out emergency - risk analysis of ditching versus landing on dry land following an engine failure"
Speaker:      Paul Bertorelli: Well-known Aviation Safety expert


Greetings VASI members,

As we finish off 2020, we have arranged an informative virtual seminar featuring Paul Bertorelli.  If you don't know Paul, he is a prolific author in the field of aviation and does a number of informative YouTube product reviews and instructional videos.  You can read his blog by clicking here.  You can see his videos by clicking here.

As before, EAA chapter 1285 have graciously agreed to host this meeting for us using Zoom.

Once again, thanks to our VASI Board member Mark Lamb, this webinar and all those who register will be eligible for Wings credit.  If you are interested in getting your Wings credits be sure and register by going to the FAAST site for further details and registration information for this webinar, click here.

The sponsor for this seminar is: Tampa FAASTeam

The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit

You are required to register for this session by clicking below - this is different than our usual EAA zoom protocol so you can get Wings credit:

If you have already downloaded Zoom into your phone, or pad, or computer, just select the link below to register:
 

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Dec 16, 2020 06:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrde-orzsvHNINISz-U1W0HH_Q8Tk2xosD

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

WINGS credit will be issued based on your attendance time and valid email. (please register with your FAAST WINGS User Email address)


After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

*** Please be sure and go on mute when the session starts - we don't want to overhear your conversation with your spouse! ***
 
If you have never used Zoom, download and install it on your phone, or pad, or computer:
 
To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting.
 
See you there on Zoom. Join in early for a little socializing.

By Sina Adibi
VASI Communications
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Recap of VASI November virtual meeting

The November VASI virtual meeting held on November 18th was another great success.  As reminder our topic was "Airports from the ground up -- Secrets Only Pilot’s Know About Airports" our speaker was Tom Slater P.E.,  FAAST Coordinator Raleigh, North Carolina.

It was a fun interactive webinar and VERY informative.  I got a number of kudo's from the members about it and some even admitted that they learned a thing or two!  For example, I learned that the number of stripes on the threshold actually mean something and are not just decoration.  If you missed it don't despair as you can go to our Youtube channel (remember to like and subscribe) to see a full recording of this one as well as the previous events.

Go to our Youtube channel and session recording: https://youtu.be/FYWCIEQ8r2k

Additional references:
https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/safety-centers/runway-safety



to see our other video go here VASI Channel  we will be adding them as we get them.
 
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VASI WORKING FOR YOU:

Recently the Taxiway "E" extension (full length RW5/23) proposal was released by the Airport Director Mark Cervasio. This proposal included the demolition of the Southern end of Taxiway "C". See drawing for the affected area. The FAA, airport planners and consultants deemed this section of taxiway outdated in its design, and unnecessary for traffic flow. They felt that there would be adequate access with existing taxiways, using Taxiway  "B" from both ends of the runup/ramp area.
 
VASI fielded many comments concerning this project and at its latest Board Meeting decided to address the issue with Director Mark Cervasio. Thus a committee consisting of Dave Wimberly, Paul Cellecz and Peter Fazio met with Mark this past Tuesday, Dec 1 To start the meeting, Wimberly stated that VASI represents almost 99% of the "Users" of the airport, and that our point of view is different from that of planners. Not that theirs is wrong, just that we as pilots using the taxiways have a different view of the situation.
 
We stated that it didn't make sense to demolish a perfectly good taxiway. The bid contractor will certainly include the cost of this demolition in his bid. He must consider the man hours, heavy equipment, disposal of material, plus removal of numerous taxiway lights in his bid. We feel that this money could be better spent elsewhere. Also, our thinking is once that section of taxiway is gone, it will never come back! We discussed the traffic flow during a pilot's normal before takeoff procedure. For example, after an engine check in the runup area, the easiest most direct path to RW5 or RW31 is by using taxiway "C" to "E". In addition, this section of taxiway can also be used to avoid conflicts on "E" with after landing aircraft proceeding to the ramp. This area of the airport is a "Hotspot" and keeping this taxiway open results in safer traffic flow.
 
Mark was receptive to our concerns and requested a letter from VASI and EAA to support this request. He plans to use these letters to work with the FAA and Consultants to come up with a solution. So, the request is in the works and now we must wait for the answer. It is great that VASI has such good rapport with Airport Management that we could sit down and address your concerns directly with Mark. Just another example of VASI looking out for you at KVNC!! 

By David Wimberly, VASI President 

(The airport management were gracious enough to share the details of this project with us.  You can view it by clicking here.)
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In the News and other articles of interest:

Deputy Shull's passing
 
I don’t know if you guys remember this young man.  So sad to hear the news.  He spoke for us and I was really impressed by how much he had done in such a short period of time…
 
Gondolier article:  https://venicegondolier-fl-app.newsmemory.com/?publink=273a00a95

The article has a link for taking donations to support of his young family.

Dave Wimberly wrote a nice letter to the Gondolier on our behalf in his memory https://venicegondolier-fl-app.newsmemory.com/?publink=31bd1b460
  
Our meeting recap where he spoke is here: https://us10.campaign-archive.com/?u=84b575e7ba87b749e03d4f279&id=ddfa817de4
 

Caribbean Flying adventure retiring

I hope your remember this speaker.  He spoke for us last Spring at our April meeting.  Well just like the rest of us it is retiring - the plane - not the pilot!  See the email to us below.  If interested, reach out direct.

From: Jim Parker <jim@caribbeanflyingadventures.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 2, 2020 at 11:49 AM
Subject: N4614R C172RG for Sale - It is Retiring from Caribbean Flying Adventures
 

www.CaribbeanFlyingAdventures.com
 
N4614R C172RG for Sale
Our faithful ride to over 125 airports in the Caribbean
 

 
 
 
$76,500
35 Hour Engine/New McCauley Prop/FRESH November 2020 Annual
 
15 miles to the gallon
10 gallons per hour at 150mph
66 gallon long range tanks
 
Click here to see the Trade-A-Plane listing
 
 
Hangared in Greenville, SC
Call me on 305-667-6282/305-401-4446
email:  Jim@CaribeanFlyingAdventures.com
 
Know someone that wants a 150 mph, easy to fly and economical to operate aircraft, please forward this message.  It's a great plane and ready to go flying on day one with a new annual and 35 hours on the engine and prop.
 
Our new ride is a 2013 SR22 N522MG.
 
Jim Parker
 
 
 
 
For details go to:
www.CaribbeanFlyingAdventures.com
  or contact Jim Parker
305-667-6282
Jim@CaribbeanFlyingAdventures.com
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

Chuck Yeager, Test Pilot Who Broke the Sound Barrier, Is Dead at 97

From The New York Times: 

A World War II fighter ace and Air Force general, he was, according to Tom Wolfe, “the most righteous of all the possessors of the right stuff.”
 
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/07/us/chuck-yeager-dead.html?smid=em-share

 
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VASI is the voice of Venice General Aviation. VASI is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting both general aviation and community interests in our airport. From Angel Flights, to Agape Flights, Flight Training, Business and Leisure Travel, the VASI goal is to promote safe, sustainable General Aviation at the Venice Airport. Click for our Mission Statement.

You can renew your membership online by clicking here.

Thank you and see you at a future event,

Sina Adibi
VASI Communications
info@veniceaviationsociety.org
 
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