Promoting the safe enjoyment of aviation for pilots, aircraft builders and enthusiasts.
The author reflects on their first year of editing the Skywriter newsletter, expressing enjoyment and a desire to improve. They seek suggestions for enhancements and contributions from the readers. The current edition features stories about aircraft purchases, advanced pilot training, and a thrilling flying experience. The author signs off with well-wishes for the summer.
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.
As the year ends, the author reflects on enjoyable flying experiences, including a recent trip to the Vulcan RCAF airfield. They express gratitude for their presidency and the camaraderie with fellow aviators. Membership renewals and raffle ticket sales are ongoing, featuring appealing prizes. Upcoming speakers promise engaging discussions.
March experienced challenging flying conditions due to adverse weather, but upcoming summer days look promising. Key aviation events, such as the Rust Remover meeting and Western AME Symposium, took place, featuring a presentation on Springbank's new Class C airspace. Innovations like the new Eagle EMS fuel system were showcased, offering significant advantages.
September was an exciting month marked by record heat and successful flights, including a first venture into mountain flying. The author resumed studies for an AME license, focusing on aircraft maintenance skills, such as soldering. Additionally, the decision to install a 406 ELT in an aircraft reflects compliance with evolving regulations.
October was a month of contrasting experiences in aviation, featuring beautiful weather and exciting events like the Airbus A380's inaugural flight. However, the month also had a tragic side, with several light aircraft accidents, sparking media frenzy. Despite this, personal flying adventures and community events continued to thrive among aviation enthusiasts.
In May, I transitioned from Encana, working extensively on my cottage near Bashaw while attending aviation events in Calgary. Highlights included a memorable flight to Vulcan and participating in a Poker Run. I also sold my Cessna 150 after six months, leaving Carstairs quieter with fellow aviators grounded.
The author reflects on a month without flying due to cottage construction, missing various aviation events. However, a late September flight amid beautiful weather allowed for stunning photography of fall colors. The author discusses the current aviation film "Flyboys" and clarifies misconceptions about Canadian Light Sport Aircraft certification, highlighting challenges with the Legend Cub.
Calgary Recreational Flying Club YYC 