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The summer season is thriving with various events, including fly-in breakfasts, the Arlington air show, and upcoming ones like Oshkosh and the Lethbridge air show on July 23-24. A tower tour at Springbank is scheduled for August 11. Although regular meetings are paused, members are encouraged to visit flying fields.
The author reflects on how quickly time passes as summer approaches, noting a decline in flying hours due to personal commitments and weather. June marks a busy month with events and the final meeting until September, yet publications will continue. The author encourages community engagement and looks forward to summer activities.
The author reflects on the joys of aviation, noting recent improvements in weather and attendance at club meetings. While expressing concerns about the aging pilot community, they find optimism in new members joining and the enthusiasm they bring. Upcoming meetings will feature club business cards and updates on Project Ivan.
As spring approaches, the author expresses excitement for flying after a long winter. They emphasize the importance of preparing aircraft for safety and maintenance, noting the camaraderie among fellow pilots. The author welcomes new members to the aviation club and looks forward to upcoming meetings, encouraging enjoyment and safety in the flying season.
The CRUFC anticipates a busy February with its annual banquet on the 26th, where donations for a silent auction are encouraged. Raffle tickets for a $500 prize will be available. Upcoming meetings will feature refresher topics for pilots and a presentation by guest speaker Jim Corner. New executive members have taken office.
The post reflects on the cold January weather in Canada while remaining optimistic about the new year. Upcoming events include an annual banquet on February 26 and an Air Adventure to Wendover, Utah. The club aims to increase membership, with a successful website revamp attracting interest. Members are encouraged to stay safe and enjoy aviation.
The year has swiftly passed, marked by club activities such as fly-ins and COPA for Kids. We revamped our website and enjoyed engaging speakers. As I celebrate 10 years in the club, I urge members to renew and nominate new leaders. Looking forward to upcoming events despite the cold.
The summer has flown by, filled with aviation events like fly-in breakfasts and airshows. As fall approaches, cooler flying weather and maintenance checks are advised, including rodent control. Excitement builds for the upcoming COPA for Kids event, and members are urged to share their summer adventures at the next meeting.
As summer approaches, many look forward to vacations and flying adventures, offering memorable experiences and opportunities to meet new people. The author shares a visit to the Vulcan airbase, noting ongoing renovations and a new skydiving facility. Emphasizing fitness, they mention an upcoming talk on medical issues related to aviation.
The author shares frustrations about troubleshooting radio issues while flying, recalling the importance of focusing on flying the plane first. After the radio's repair, they mention an upcoming COPA for Kids event on May 29 in Vulcan, seeking volunteers to help share the joy of flying with children.
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