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Page 1 Volume 38, Number 11
VOLUME 38, NUMBER 11 November 2013
Latest Tailwinds
Derek Abramson, Editor
Wow, where has the time gone? As we
edge into December, the weather has gotten a
little wet and certainly a lot colder. Also, the
official flying season has since passed. But
for us in the Antelope Valley, it is merely just
another season.
At the field, we had the AVC Engineer-
ing Class perform there final project which
included the launch of mid-power rockets.
The weather was cold and wet, but there
were around fifteen launches with some rock-
ets still in the desert.
Coming up on December 5th, is our
Christmas Party and Merry making get to-
gether. The party will be held at Vince’s Piz-
za and Pasta on 30th Street West and Ave L.
The festivities will begin around 6:00 PM.
There will many prizes given away. I hope
to see everybody there.
Coming up on January 18th is the
Boy Scout Rocket Launch. The rockets will
be launched off of the main way from 8:00
AM till about noon. Members are encour-
aged to bring any rockets out to launch.
The main runway will be closed for this evo-
lution.
The TransAmerica Tour has been
cancelled due to the lack of volunteering
clubs. This is unfortunate as we were look-
ing forward to participating.
Until then, keep those wings level!
Page 2 Volume 38, Number 11
AVTI SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS AND EVENTS
December
5 6:00 pm
AVTI Christmas Party Vince’s Pizza
30th West and Ave L
January 2014
2 7:00 pm
10-12
18 8:00 am-12:00 pm
AVTI General Meeting WJF
AMA Expo Ontario CA
Boy Scout Rocket Launch
February
6 7:00 pm
AVTI General Meeting WJF
AVTI HISTORY
I will be creating the AVTI History page located on
the club's website http://www.avti.org/. Any pic-
tures, newspaper or magazine articles, event fliers
that you may have would be welcome. Oral history
(stories) would also be welcome. Materials would
be returned if requested. Please email myself the
Newsletter editor or the Webmaster.
Tim Williams “tweaking” his ship Bob Campbell’s TT G4 in the air
Tony Frackowiak’s Corsair
Page 3 Volume 38, Number 11
President’s Message
No article available at the time of publish
Vice-President Message
Hello AVTI members!
The weather gods were kind to us on
November 9th! The Classic Pattern Contest
had just perfect weather! It was nearly dead
calm all day and comfortable temperatures.
We had 15 entrants, which was an increase
over last year. And except for the Expert class,
we had a full slate in each of the classes.
Here are the results:
Pre-Novice
1. Jean Greear 243.75
2. Mack Moffat 226.5
3. Jonathan Rinde 197.5
Novice
1. Scott Holmes 276.5
2. Mike Whitacre 273.5
3. Chris Mahoney 269.25
4. Eric Huffman 263
5. Paul Rinde 260.5
Advanced
1. Jon Carter 267.75
2. Doug Woodward 266.25
3. Dale Olstinske 259.75
4. Cal Orr 239.75
Masters
1. Sean Mersh 745
2. Robert Fish 722.25
3. Tony Frackowiak 437.25
Some notables, Sean Mersh with his
Tiporare 750 at his first Classic Pattern con-
test. Although Sean flew this before it was
considered "Classic"! I started off great flying
Mike Whitacre's Kaos .40. But while it would
run perfectly for Mike, I couldn't keep it run-
ning after the 1st round! Cal Orr had to beau-
tiful Kwik Fli III's complete with "glow en-
gines".
Eric Huffman came all the way from
Phoenix and had a great time with his Dirty
Birdy and Tipo. Dale and Jon looking for the
battery in Dale's van after the lights were left
on. I think Jon finally looked far enough in
the manual to figure out how to jump it! Fa-
ther and son Paul and Jonathan Rinde having
a great time!
Many thanks to Mike and Jean Greear
for the scoring, Preston Knepper for the food
and Vic Anderson for judging. It wouldn't
have been such a great day without you!
Looking forward to next year when we
may make it a full 2-day meet. We'll see!
Hope to see you at the events and at the
field! And don’t miss the Christmas dinner!
Tony Frackowiak
661-992-1529
Page 4 Volume 38, Number 11
General Meeting Minutes
07_November_2013
Compiled by Derek Abramson
1908 Meeting brought to order by Doug Kille-
brew. 14 members were present
October minutes were accepted as written.
Voted and passed
Treasurers Report was read by Tony
Frackowiak. Voted and passed
Old Business
-Roger Counts donated a generator to the
club. Thank you Roger
-District 10 Pattern award was given to Team
Tailwinds.
New Business
- The AVTI Classic Pattern Event will be held
on November 9
-Christmas Dinner Party will be at Vince’s
Pizza and Pasta on December 5, at 6:00pm.
-There was talk about some indoor flying at
Air Dogs RC Car Track
-TransAmerica Cross Country flying. AVTI
has volunteered as the first stop for the event
(Latest info, The TransAmerica Tour has been
Cancelled)
MOM:
Tony Frackowiak brought Episode
Tom Utley brought his E-Flight T-28
Mark Johnson brought his Flying King
Drawings:
MOM: Mark Johnson
Attendance: Jim McClaine
50/50: Mike Mann
Meeting Adjourned 1938
Tony Frackowiak (Above) Flying his Mini Habu
with the AS3X Stabilization system. Chuck Mosa
(Bottom) readies his Extra for some great flying
Page 5 Volume 38, Number 11
Treasurer’s Report of 11/7/13
Tony Frackowiak
Checking Account Balance - $ 10,451.21
AVTI Flying Field Reserve Fund in Checking Maximizer Account- $ 20,085.38
Financial Assets Total is $ 30,536.59
Income since last Report - $0
I have some dues to process
Expenses since last Report - $245.23
Total dues collected for 2013/2014, as of 08/30/13 - $4,720.00
As of 10/03/13:
Current Membership Total - 67 Members
New Members for 2013/2014 - 11 Members
Members not Renewed for 2013/2014 - 25 Members
If you know of anyone who has yet to renew, please give them a friendly reminder. Let
them know you can give your dues to any BOD member, give it to me when you’re at the field,
or they can mail in their renewal to,
AVTI
P.O. Box 302
Lancaster, CA 93584
Thanks!
10-Sep Aarow Industries - Restroom thru 9/30/13 $(195.00)
7-Nov Staples - Contest Supplies $(50.23)
Page 6 Volume 38, Number 11
Barkley’s Safety Tip
November 14, 2013
Hey guys!
Well, the weather has been great and we’ve had both great flying days and
some great events! I really like it when we have a bunch of people at the field!
One problem that has continued to get worse is the joint going from the as-
phalt to the runway. You might want to walk out when you can and check it out.
I’ve seen some of my friends having to glue their landing gear back on after hit-
ting one of those bad spots. Hopefully we’ll get something done on it soon.
I hope to see you all at the field soon. I’ll be the one wagging his tail!
Page 7 Volume 38, Number 11
AVTI Meeting Excitement
More of the great airplanes that AVTI members have. Pete Carbin (Top Left)
brought his beautiful E-Flight Super Cub, This thing is fully loaded with scale detail
which includes functioning landing gear. Tony Frackowiak (Top Right) Brought his latest
project, an Episode by BJ Craft. This version has a new color scheme which improves visi-
bility. Tom Utley (Bottom Left) brought his T-28 by E-Flight. Tome mentioned how much
he enjoys flying this great little airplane. Not to be out-done, Mark Johnson brought his
Flying King. The Flying King is a Bruce Tharpe design and kit. Mark spent a lot of time
with this model which is evident by the quality workmanship and final finish. Good Job
Mark!
Be sure to keep these models coming in. We all love to see new airplanes, even work’s in
progress. Remember our next general meeting will be our Christmas Party at Vince’s Piz-
za and Pasta in west Lancaster. The time will be at 6:00PM. See everybody there!
Page 8 Volume 38, Number 11
Tis the Season to be:
Eating & Flying
Antelope Valley Tailwinds Presents
Annual Get-Together
&
Christmas Feast
December 5, 2013
Festivities Start at 6:00 PM
Vince’s Pasta & Pizza
2833 West Ave L (Near 30th West)
Lancaster 93536
Prizes a
nd
Giveaways!!
Fun for the Entire Family
Page 9 Volume 38, Number 11
Antelope Valley Tailwinds Inc. AMA Charter #114
P.O. Box 302, Lancaster, CA 93584
A.V.T.I. Roster of Current Officers
(2011/2012)
President: Douglas Killebrew; 400-5636;
Vice-President: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Treasurer: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Secretary: Derek Abramson
Board Members: Mack Moffat
Bob Childress:
Preston Knepper; 886-0272;
Field Marshal: Preston Knepper; 886-0272;
Safety Officer: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Webmaster: Derek Abramson; 917-9863;
Newsletter Editor: Derek Abramson; 917-9863;
Flight Instructors:
Tony Frackowiak 992-1529
Peter Carbin; 723-4830
Daniel Garrabrant; 945-3789
* Membership Meeting *
October 3, 2013 7:00 PM WJF Terminal
* Board of Directors Meeting *
TBD Please See Website 6:00 PM AV Ford Conference Room
A.V.T.I. Airpark
47500 Challenger Way (10th Street East) between Avenues F and G
Lancaster, CA 93535
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and up to the date information
http://www.avti.org
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Page 10 Volume 38, Number 11
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Lancaster, CA 93534
Phone: 661-942-6984
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~~~~ Special Thanks ~~~~
Our Thanks to the following businesses that
made generous donations to A.V.T.I.
Please support them when you can.
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REMINDER
A current AMA membership is a requirement for
membership in A.V.T.I. Please make sure your
AMA membership is current.
A.V.Tailwinds, Inc.
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Lancaster, CA 93584 To remind us how far we have come. Times have sure
changed!!!