Fairly sleepy news week, and after that 20U mis-step, I've been busily eating my plate of crow. :)
We have, however, received a new plane on the line -- and she is in proving now. Yes, I speak of none other than Piper 85Y. After a 3 month engine overhaul, our high-maintenance sportscar of a twin is back for more. We will be flying some time on the new motor to ensure complete break-in, and then she will be turned loose once more.
Cool!
In some other news,
September 27, Aircraft Spruce is having their annual get-together and sale. We are trying to align the Cessna BBQ with it, and I believe the Corona Pilots Association is up to something as well. Mark your calendar.
Cessna 68U has completed her 100hr.
Cessna 1ES completed her 100hr.
Cessna 20U is AWOL. Someone armor-alled her tires. I can't tell if it was a joke or not. It wasn't us. She does look shiny, though.
Cessna 17J will be falling off the line soon for her 100hr.
Cessna 04H has a new alternator, regulator, and a complete rewire of her charging system.
There is buzz about improving security at the airport. It's a reality of modern aviation, so I will keep everyone abreast of what's going on. While I've been grumbly on specific facets of this situation, the fact is, if we can keep our own airport "secure", we won't need others (cough, TSA) to do it for us.
The weather is cooling, and nice flying abounds! Grab some air therapy!
Blue Skies,
- Mike
