Newsletter of the Kitsap Aircraft Radio Control Society (KARCS),JUNE, 2006

 

 

FROM THE LEFT SEAT

 

I'd like to thank everyone who turned out for the June 3rd work party. We did lots of mowing, runway patching, brush cutting and we got the gate working like it should have a long time ago. I can't remember a time when the field has looked this good ! Now let's try and keep it this way. Please pick up after your selves. Remember, " IF YOU BROUGHT IT IN , TAKE IT OUT." This includes cigarette butts also.` .. With all the guests that we expect at the Electric Fly In and the Air Show this summer we would like to proudly show off our site.

One thing that I've heard about is that no sooner had the crew finished patching the runway than some pilots were landing their combat planes ( withy no landing gear ) on the runway with the engines still running. Come on guys !. Either come in dead stick or else in the grass just beyond the runway.

Speaking of the runway; we discussed the condition of the fabric and the unevenness due to the water washing out underneath at the recent board meeting Since it will be some time yet before the Parks Dept. will be in a position to give us a permanent surface, it appears that we will have to totally rework what we have. Perhaps this coming fall or winter would be a good time to look into doing this. .Any Ideas ?

Brian Campbell had an unfortunate accident just before Memorial Day weekend.. He got his hand caught in a winch and ended up with a badly broken hand and lower arm . Fortunately, he will fully recover, but will spend the better part of the summer in a cast and in rehab. We're all pulling for you Brian.

I'd like to thank Jim McEdward for all the fine and hard work he has put in on the Armed Forces Day Parade in Bremerton on May 20th. A great job, Jim. ! Also, a thanks in advance on the up coming Fathoms of Fun Parade in Port Orchard coming up on June 24th. Let's all give Jim a big hand and also pitch in and lend a hand by participating in these events.

Don't forget; the June meeting is the first of three summer meetings at the field and of course the June meeting is our traditional Swap Meet.

 

 

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ARCS MEETING MINUTES

May 9, 2006

Meeting called to order by Vice-President Les bishop at 7:15 pm

New members/Guests: None

Treasures report: Read and accepted

Minutes: Accepted as presented on the Website

Field Maintenance: Filed clean up is scheduled for June 3rd. Further details to follow on the website.

County/Field committee: Parks Director has resigned. Bev Reeves is acting Director. Bob Brusa and Al Franklin will meet with her in the near future.

Bob Brusa notified the club that the county has been reminded of the trash at the entrance to the field for the 2nd time.

Safety: Rick Hein reminded everyone to fly safe and obey all rules.

Larry Dunn stated he will give a demonstration of LI-PS blowing up at the next meeting

 

Events: First Float fly will be at Crocker Lake, 27 May. Crocker has not been restocked and is still closed to boats and fishing.

Monty gave an update on the Spring Opener to be held on May 13. There will be a $5.00 entry fee. All entry fees will be used as prizes. Hot dogs will be available free to all registered flyers.

For further information on upcoming events see the club website.

Old Business:

Jim McEdward discussed the Armed Forces day parade. He requested those who were supplying airplanes for the float have them at Lorin Millers house at 7 am on the 20th.

. Additionally, Jim is heading up the Fathoms of Fun parade in Pt. Orchard. He will be looking for help with this project as well. More information on this parade to be given at the next meeting.

Bruce Loughridge was presented the "Where’s The Beer" Award. Unfortunately the beer was still missing from its expensive glass container!!!

Lorin Miller discussed the "Kids Flight Program". He needs volunteers to help. (Instructors, pit crew members etc) The program will start at 9 AM July 31, 2006 and will be held on each Monday through August.

Brian Campbell gave an introduction to the proposed pylon racing program scheduled to begin next year. Brian also discussed the purchase of several different types of engines. Brian has price quotes for the Magnum 28, the GMS 25, and OS 25 LA. These engines may be the size used in the pylon races as the aircraft will be a one design project.

If you are interested in purchasing one of these engines, contact Brian Campbell at 253-857-5855

Monty is still in discussion with the land owners about the possible new float fly site. More information at the next meeting.

Dan Mason is looking into the "Intro Pilot Program" He has requested more information from the AMA. Further details at the next meeting.

New Business:

Larry Dunn discussed the electric Fly-in. The main question is "Can non-members of the AMA fly in this event? And "If other clubs have insurance will that cover us in case of an accident?" Larry will look into the legality of these two questions and update the membership at the next meeting.

Drawings and prizes.

The quarter drawing was not won, funds to be carried over to the next meeting

Not enough tickets sold to give away the raffle plane. Need about $70.00 more to meet the cost. Tickets will be available at the next meeting.

Show and Tell:

Terry Hubbard displayed his 34% Extra 330L. 140" wingspan with a 3W 100CC gas engine.

Roger Byron presented his Airtronics QT. This particular plane has been enlarged two times. Byron also showed his electric Sky Stroller. This plane was and enlarged (4X) version. Plane was originally presented in Model Aviation magazine.

Wayne Duncan displayed two of his planes. First was a Lanier Mariner 40 Seaplane and second was his 3D Electric Banshee

Brain Campbell bought in a "Grommet". This is an English design that Brain brought over from England. It is similar to the proposed one design pylon racer Brain has been discussing at the meetings.

Roger Byron with this 4X Sky Stroller was voted "Best of Show and Tell" for this meeting.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. Next Meeting, June 13, 2006. 7:00 PM at the Sunnyslope Improvement clubhouse.

Note: The meeting will be preceded by our annual Swap Meet starting at 5:30. Bring your "STUFF, JUNK" or "WHATEVER" and wheel and deal.

 

 

combat anyone?

 

Standings and pictures.

Click to see pictures of the 2006 Combat Season.

 

 

EDITORS NOTE

 

Hi ARCS,

 

THE JUNE MEETING WILL BE THE FIRST MEETING HELD AT THE FLYING FIELD, IT WILL ALSO BE OUR "SWAP MEET."  MARK YOUR CALENDARS.

 

I HAVE RECENTLY INSTALLED A SECTION CALLED MEMBER PROJECTS. IF YOU HAVE PICTURES OR A DESCRIPTION OF A CURRENT PROJECT, SEND THEM TO ME.

 

THANKS

 

MONTE FOUST 

 

 

 

!! NEXT MEETING Tuesday, June13, 2006 "6pm"

 "AT THE FLYING FIELD, SWAP MEET BEFORE MEETING"