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Warmer weather has arrived, but colder temperatures are expected. The C-120 is undergoing an unexpected major overhaul due to an oil leak and discoveries during maintenance. The Calgary Recreational and Ultralight Flying Club is holding an annual raffle and banquet soon. Members are encouraged to pay dues and attend upcoming events.
Winter approaches as the author shares recent flight experiences, including a successful landing in Nanton and a visit to Lacombe with fellow pilots. They highlight upcoming December elections for club positions, a presentation on aerobatics by Kevin Hopkins, and an update on an RV-10 construction project at the November meeting.
The author expresses congratulations to President Paul Hemingson and discusses the vital importance of ballistic parachutes as safety equipment for ultralight aircraft. Despite initial strong convictions, the author observes a declining trend in installations due to lack of recent incidents. The need for chutes is highlighted in the event of in-flight emergencies like control failure or mid-air collision.
Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC 