> The new fencing and signs between the pits and the parking area were completed 7-17. Many thanks to Roy Greene and Wylie for making it happen. There are "Pilots Only" signs on either side of all three entrances to the pits, so the spectators should be able to figure out that they do not belong there.

> We have a bunch of folks on the sick list. Dick Benjamin went in for a new knee on the 19^{th. He will be in a convalescent/therapy center near Silverdale for a couple of weeks after the surgery.}

Lonnie has a bug that attacks the nerve linings and has gone through VERY expensive medication for it-fortunately, his insurance is picking up the tab. We sure hope he is feeling better again soon-he has been looking plumb peaked. He was feeling a little better on the 23rd and got his plane up and down a couple of times. He was out with his old trainer on the 26th and got it all checked out for the FUN FLY.

Wylie came down with a hip problem recently as if he needed any more trouble! They gave him what he describes as the most painful shot he has ever experienced, but he is moving around a lot better. Test results on this one are not in-let’s keep our fingers crossed for Wylie.

> Ken Oakes brought out his new Pete ‘N Poke on the 16th for its maiden voyage. On takeoff the ailerons appeared to be out of trim and he chopped the throttle, almost hitting a tractor at the end of the runway! Unfortunately, the rough ground out there ripped the landing gear and a big chunk of the fuselage out, so the ‘Poke is back in the shop for repairs. He and Crumley had the ‘Poke flying well on the 26th, but it spiraled in to a crash on a landing attempt on the 27th.

> I bumped into Harry Takata Sunday the 18th. He tells me the organ job is complete and operating and that he is ready to come back and get on with some flying.

>Nate Moffet put one of his planes in on the 26th. He tells me it is totaled, but had the remains hidden away to reduce the exposure to possible witnesses.

> Many of us are using paints from Nelson Hobbies (www.nelsonhobby.com) that are a water based polyurethane-easy to use, water cleanup, and no odor. The paints are fuel proof with the addition of a few drops of "Crosslinker" which they also sell. It is fast drying and comes in a wide variety of colors. However, the paint is very thin and bleeds under most masking tapes. The instructions that come with the paint say: "Only use 3M fine line plastic masking tape." I finally found this product at an auto parts store in the paint department. It is very expensive-mine was $10.00 for a roll only ¼ inch wide. The adhesive is low tack and the tape is easy to peel off and reposition without pulling off the base paint. After I had everything masked off to my satisfaction I painted the tape edge with some clear water based polyurethane, but I don’t think this step is necessary. The tape had been on the airplane for several days by the time I was through, but it peeled off with no problem and left the sharpest masked line I have ever produced!

> I have been using clip art from my computer to decorate my planes for years, but have had problems with colors, durability, and sticking power. I recently came up with a new material that solves all these problems. The product is Avery #8665 clear full sheet labels. The sheets (25 per package) come with a backing that is easy to peel off when the decal is ready to be placed. You must coat the finished decal with several light coats of fixative (I use Krylon "workable fixatif" #1306) to prevent damage to the inks after printing. I also coat the installed decal with clear water based polyurethane after the decal is installed on the plane for additional protection.

> The above clear label material also lends itself to other applications. I made up a bunch of custom airplane owner ID labels with my name, address, phone, and AMA number. I found that the material would stick quite well to bare wood, so a painted surface would be even better.

"TWA 2341, for noise abatement turn right 45 Degrees."
"Center, we are at 35,000 feet. How much noise can we make up here?"
"Sir, have you ever heard the noise a 747 makes when it hits a 727?"

As a Native Washingtonian with roots in the Pacific Northwest, I have spent most of my life in between Grays Harbor, Kitsap and King Counties coming to a stop here in Jefferson County about 24 years ago.

There were other stops along the way (to numerous to mention) as Dad was in the Navy during WWII.

Bremerton was home most of the time. With visits to Pullman (WSC) and then Seattle (UW) where after as struggle managed to Graduate from the U of W as a Mechanical Engineer.

After being drafted into the Army I eventually went to work for the Boeing Co. initially as a Test Engineer in the Transonic Wind Tunnel. Later on moving on to the Sales and Marketing Department as an Airline Analyst.

After 20 years with the Company I took some time off to become a Dirt Contractor. It was an attempt to get out of the city and the associated Rat Race. I did various backhoe and dump truck jobs. That lasted for about six years until several business blunders (a case of talking when I should have been listening) required my going back to work for the Boeing Folks until I paid off some debts and then manage to retire. That was in 1989 and I’ve never looked back.

Airplanes have been my primary interest since High School. But, it wasn’t until 1962 I learned how to fly a Cessna 140. Since then I have owned several small planes finally winding up with the Supercub that I now fly when I get the chance.

Trips to Alaska, Tennessee, California and some other places have always been exciting to say the least. I have been lucky enough to be able to keep the Supercub at home. So far the neighbors haven’t complained.

Although R/C has always been of interest it never became a reality until a few years ago. As a beginner I have a long ways to go in the modeling business, a lot to learn. In spite of the repeated starts I’ve had in the last few years I intend to continue as time and other obligations permit.

One of my daughters gave me 2 tickets to the Heritage Air Museum for Father’s Day. The museum is located in a double hangar at the Arlington Airport and is funded by Paul Allen of Microsoft fame. Almost all of the planes are flyable and are flown several times each year. The museum publishes a flight schedule which identifies which planes will be flown and when. The airplanes are restored to what they actually were and a record is kept of the authenticity of each plane for about a dozen categories including avionics. Yes, some of the planes actually have their tube type radios restored to operable condition!

I am sorry to tell you that the museum apparently does not have time for us little guys as the press office did not even acknowledge my request for authorization to share a couple of pictures with you. I know they are sensitive about publication of pictures of their airplanes, which is why I requested permission-TWICE!

Checkout www.flyingheritage.com for all the details. Do remember that ALL tours are by reservation and the numbers in each tour group are limited to ensure a quality visit.

If you have something you want to sell or trade, send me the details and I will include it here. Do give as much information as possible including your name, phone number, asking price, etc.

Used airplane sale: Balsa USA Eindecker complete with experienced pilot, rigging, steerable tail wheel, and ailerons. Finished to resemble the plane flown by Ernst Udet in the spring of 1916. Flies like a trainer, no crashes, no hard landings, and no broken props. I flew it with my OS .91 4 stroke. You will need a radio with 5 servos, engine mount, and appropriate engine. $150.00 includes some scale documentation.

Pete Granger 379-3185

The process described may also be the way full-scale pilots perform a "Hammerhead." This is a turn-around maneuver that is less threatening than the stall turn, which we will cover next month. From full throttle level flight, pull vertical and hold until some of the airspeed bleeds off, then apply full rudder in the direction the plane seems to be leaning. The plane will fly around a sharp turn, neutralize the rudder, and begin to ease in up elevator. Continue until the airplane is in level flight, hopefully at the same altitude as you initiated the maneuver. It is really about the same as a stall turn, but you do not have to coordinate throttle.

This is the time the club puts on a show and tell for our generous hosts. Bring your best or most unique airplanes to show the SKPs. The club will be serving free coffee and treats to all attendees. The actual show and tell will take place at 7:30 after a short business meeting. Remember, this is our way of thanking these folks for sharing their wonderful facility with us-for FREE-let’s have a big turnout and make the club look good!

Pete Granger