TFR tomorrow (Wed) !

Stay east, young man!




==> ATTENTION PILOTS <==


SPECIAL NOTICE: FAA TO ESTABLISH TFR OVER LOS ANGELES ON WEDNESDAY
AOPA is sending this message to advise pilots in and near Los Angeles,
California, that the FAA has issued a notam restricting flight in the
area during President Bush's planned visit on Wednesday, Jan. 30. See
AOPA Online for a graphical depiction of the temporary flight restriction
( http://www.aopa.org/images/whatsnew/newsitems/2008/notams/8-2542.gif ).


==> TFR DETAILS <==


SIZE:
30-nm-radius TFR with multiple inner 10-nm GA no-fly zones
Surface up to 17,999 feet msl

LOCATION:
Centered on the LAX VOR's 033-degree radial at 2.4 nm

EFFECTIVE TIME:
10:20 a.m. until 4:05 p.m. local Wednesday, Jan. 30

IMPACTED AIRPORTS:
Los Angeles International (LAX)
Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal (HHR)
Santa Monica Municipal (SMO)
Westside Towers Heliport (CL54)
Compton/Woodley (CPM)
Zamperini Field (TOA)
Queen Of Angel-Hollywood Presbyterian Hos Heliport (CL70)
Long Beach /Daugherty Field (LGB)
Bob Hope (BUR)
Van Nuys (VNY)
Whiteman (WHP)
Barton Heliport (PAI)
El Monte (EMT)
Los Alamitos AAF (SLI)
Fullerton Municipal (FUL)
Haddicks Heliport (CL87)
H.B.P.D. Heliport (CL65)
Sce Southeastern Division Heliport (CL58)
Sce Serrano Substation Heliport (CL55)


Read AOPA's plain-language notam explanation
( http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/notams.html#8/2542-plain ).

View the notam ( http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/notams.html#8/2542 ).

Because TFR airspace frequently changes, AOPA strongly encourages
pilots to obtain a briefing and CHECK NOTAMS before every flight.
TFR violators will be intercepted and forced to land.


==> HELPFUL WEB LINKS <==


AOPA's Real-Time Flight Planner provides graphical
depictions of TFRs ( http://www.aopa.org/flight_planner/ ).
Check the FAA's TFR Web site ( http://tfr.faa.gov ).

Download the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's intercept procedures card
( http://download.aopa.org/epilot/2003/intercept.pdf ).


==> MAKE SURE YOU'RE PROTECTED <==

SIGN UP FOR AOPA'S LEGAL SERVICES PLAN
Because of the heavy call volume from members and the changing climate
for FAA regulations and increased vigilance, we want to remind you to
consider the AOPA Legal Services Plan protection. For more information
or to start your coverage immediately, call 800/USA-AOPA or visit AOPA
Online ( http://www.aopa.org/info/legalservices7/ ).


==> CONTACTING AOPA <==

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* If you have additional questions about TFRs or any other *
* airspace or aviation matter, contact our AOPA Pilot Information *
* Center at 800/USA-AOPA. You can also reach us via e-mail *
* ( mailto:pilotassist@aopa.org ). *
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Having difficulty using this service?
Contact ( mailto:epilot@aopa.org ).

AOPA, 421 Aviation Way, Frederick, Maryland 21701.
Telephone: 800/USA-AOPA or 301/695-2000
Copyright (c) 2008. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

More instrument panel toys

Pilots!

If you're like me and stuck indoors jockeying a desk -- what better time to hunt down some new aviation-related contraptions?

Check out this full-360 degree shot of an Airbus A380 Cockpit.

http://www.gillesvidal.com/blogpano/cockpit1.htm

Pretty nifty. You can drag the picture around and, if you're really bored.. count the switches.



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Cessna 68U and 04H completed their 100hr inspections on Saturday. (whew!) -- Sorry for those who were grounded as we did some last-minute squawks Saturday morning. At one point we had 5 people working on 04H, making it more akin to a pit stop.

Cessna 20U is expected to take 2 weeks. We have decided to pre-emptively replace all of her vital engine components, including main and rod bearings, accessory drives, and have the cylinders re-fitted.



Belated congratulations to US Private Pilot Sean P. , who flew to victory last saturday with DPE Tom Hamm in his own (beautiful) 172R. Nice work, Sean!


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Gray skies... so, stay warm at least!

- Mike

Memorial Details...

As posted on the CPA site (thanks SV and Nordopilot):



BRANDON WILLIAM LEWIS JOHNSON
November 21, 1983 – January 20, 2008

"Born to Fly: Living An Inspired Life"
"I believe I can fly
I believe I can touch the sky
I think about it every night and day
Spread my wings and fly away
I believe I can soar
I can fly"

LIVING AN INSPIRED LIFE:
We were all born to fly
To reach beyond the sky
To carry on forever after
You and I

Brandon acquired his heavenly wings on Sunday, January 20, 2008 at the tender age of 24.

As a child, Brandon said, "I was put on this earth to fly airplanes.” He lived that dream until the very end.

When Brandon talked about airplanes and flying airplanes he exuded a magnetic energy and a contagious enthusiasm. Brandon was truly inspired and in his life’s pursuit; he could not wait to get up every morning to do what he loved to do, ‘fly airplanes and talk about flying airplanes.’ As Dr. Wayne Dyer said, living an inspired life means you live "in spirit."

Blessed are the ones who know and live their passion and purpose in life. You don't see that every day.

Brandon’s journey began on November 21, 1983 in Seaside, California. During Brandon’s formative years he attended schools in:
• Lake Forest, California
• Monterey, California
• Falls Church, Virginia
• Okinawa, Japan
• Quantico, Virginia

Brandon’s thirst for education and flying led him to receive a Bachelors of Arts Degree from Utah State University in 2004 and a Masters in Business Administration from Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois in 2006.

In living an inspired life, Brandon’s achievements and favorite pastimes were as follows:
• Water Surfing
• Snow Boarding
• Certified Scuba Diver
• Certified Lifeguard WSI, CPR Courses
• Avid Motorcycle Rider
• Star High School Football Player
• Star High School Basketball Player
• Achieved American Airlines ADVANTAGE PLATINUM Status: Amassed over 300,000 frequent flyer miles

Brandon earned his private pilot license in November 2007 and was successful on the Advanced Instrument Rating Test. Brandon was on a fast track to attain his commercial pilot certification in March 2008; however, God had a higher plan for his life. Ultimately, Brandon was awarded his heavenly wings so he could soar with God’s angels above.

Brandon is survived by his father, William Clayton Johnson, a retired Colonel of Marines; his mother, Brenda Lewis, a school teacher; and his brother, Jameil William Lewis Johnson, a law school student at the USC Gould School of Law in Los Angeles California.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2008 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the Tillman Riverside Memorial Chapel located at 2874 Tenth Street, Riverside, California 92507; telephone: 951-682-6433

According to Brandon’s wishes, he will then be flown to Jacksonville, North Carolina where he will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 2, 2008.

In North Carolina, a memorial service will be held on Friday, February 1, 2008 from 6PM to 8PM at the Saunders Funeral Home Chapel, 210 Bell Fork Road, Jacksonville, North Carolina 28540.

On Saturday, February 2, 2008, funeral services will be held for Brandon at the Marshall Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Jacksonville, North Carolina. Brandon’s internment will be directly after the funeral at 12 Noon in the Willard Community Cemetery in Willard, North Carolina.

If you are desirous of making a contribution to the Brandon William Lewis Johnson Memorial Fund, request that all contributions be sent to the following address:

Brandon William Lewis Johnson
Memorial Fund
c/o Isciner Robinson
122 Greenbriar Court
Jacksonville, North Carolina 28540

Additionally, Brandon’s life can’t be measured simply in terms of years, but rather by how fulfilling, rich, and satisfying his life was. He leaves behind loving parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends, all of whom feel privileged to have had him in their lives, however brief the moment.

The family is requesting that Brandon’s family and friends call into the following number and leave a commemorative voice message for his family. The message can include favorite stories, the word, phrase or quality would you utilize to characterize your interactions with Brandon.

The call in number to leave your commemorative message is follows:

703-652-7799

We, the Johnson Family, are so very thankful for the sincere expressions of condolences and heartfelt wishes of love and caring support as we celebrate the inspired life of Brandon William Lewis Johnson.

Updates..

All,

I'm reminded this week that one of the great things about being a pilot is the association and camaraderie of other pilots. The outpouring of concern from all of our friends for the families has been wonderful. A piece of our collective soul was lost on Sunday, and the circumstances hit close to home. We've all had those careless moments, folding a map or fiddling with a GPS or (in my own guilty case) an mp3 player -- and here is that one-in-a-million chance that we took, probably more than once, and the consequence is presented for us all to reflect upon quietly.

And yet it hasn't been quiet at all. To the contrary, instructors and students, office and pilots and friends have all gotten in touch to take in the news, to relay tales, and to send condolences for those affected, or to offer any help that may be needed. It's been comforting to see, to share, and to partake. While we had only just met the pilots involved, and we will no longer benefit from their company, our association with everyone is priceless. Thank you for being a part of it, and for being who you all are.

Our continued thoughts and prayers for the families of all those involved.

If we learn who is handling care or memorial services for those involved, we will relay that information.




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In more mundane news,

Cessna 20U is down for her annual. We discovered a small flake of metal in the oil filter upon inspection, and we are sending her to the engine shop immediately for examination. Downtime could be extensive, please stay tuned.

Cessna 68U will be down for 100hr this week.

Cessna 04H will be down for 100hr this week.

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Blue Skies, Fly Safe!

- Mike

Sunday, January 20 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those connected with the incident over Corona this afternoon.

- The Fly Corona! Family

Think a Cessna instrument panel is busy?

Check out the "Special Cockpit Issue" from Code One Magazine. Military Cockpits from all sorts of famous aircraft. And you thought that Cessna trim indicator was annoying to read!



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Piper 85Y is back in operation as of last night.

Cessna 20U will be down for her Annual next week starting Monday.

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Bumpy weather is still here, although today should mark the winding-down of what has been a strange week for wind. Let's hope we've earned some sunshine and niceness.

Blue Skies,

- Mike

Wind!

Pilots,

Wind advisories are in effect through Friday. FlyC may close the offices if flights are not practical, however, normal ground appointments will still be held, as our CFIs have access to the office at all times.



Keep the shiny side up!

Best,

- Mike

Tankers and Stripes

Pilots,

Insane Winds are around this week -- someone left the fan on somewhere. We're still managing to get some flying done, however.

The Tanker operations have completed as of Saturday. We will miss John the advisory guy, but word around the campfire is that the tankers themselves won't be too sorely missed. I thought they were cool anyway.



In other news... CFI Dave has earned himself some stripes! Dave will be flying the Brazilia for Sky West, based locally, and wearing a spiffy Bus Driver Hat. Please give Dave your congratulations when you see him next, as he will be responsible for your next regional flight, and whether you receive the correct bag of peanuts.

Congrats, Dave!

Dave's last day with the FlyC family will be 1/31, and we will miss him around the ranch.



That picture scares me a little.

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Piper 85Y turned out not to have a crack in her tip tanks after all -- it was just a crack in the paint itself. We are having the tanks repainted now and expect her back on the line shortly. Whew. Better safe than sorry, we think.

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Blue Skies,

- Mike

Buzz

...from thisistrue.com:

Pilot Paul Sirks was out flying his vintage 1946 Aeronca Champ when he had mechanical problems and decided to land. After getting safely to the ground in Urbana, Ohio, the engine stalled on the runway. Needing to get it out of the way, he hopped out to restart it — he had to do it by turning the propellor by hand. That's when the engine started and the plane headed down the runway, Sirks running behind. "It just got away from him, and it took off," said an airport spokeswoman. "This plane also was trimmed for landing, which means the nose was trimmed up, so it just started climbing." With a plane from the state highway patrol in pursuit, the plane eventually reached 12,000 feet before it ran out of fuel and crashed 90 miles away. (AP)



...Any takeoff the pilot can walk away from is a bad one.

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Piper 85Y is down for maintenance to peek at a crack in her tip tank -- apparently she was not content with watching us chase our tails with electrical gremlins for the last 2 months, and still wants attention. We are having the gurus from Procraft look into things, and expect her back on the line on Wednesday.

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Lots of checkrides are coming up this month. Be sure to send fair weather juju and general good-flying juju to your fellow pilots, some of whom may really need it.

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Flyable, if hazy, weather returns! Grab some sky!

- Mike

I want this future

Check out this fanciful airport of the future, as concepted in 1939!



Link here about this nifty story.



The weather is lame for flying, but great for cocoa. :)