MAKE CHAPTER 288 YOUR AVIATION HOME! E-AB, TYPE CERTIFIED, VINTAGE, WARBIRD, ETC.
EAA 288 in Action
AT OUR NOV 2024 MTG
THE "QUILT OF HONOR" WAS PRESENTED TO LT COL GLENDA GRONES. SHOWN HERE WITH HER DAUGHTER, SPIRIT AIRLINES PILOT KAT.
Don't Miss Our Next Meeting on THURSDAY, JANUARY 16th
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WEBSITE UPDATED DEC 21st @ 0845 YOU ARE INVITED TO BECOME A MEMBER OF EAA 288
Chapter 288 works to continue the spirit of general aviation in the Daytona Beach area. We host several events throughout the year for our members which feature prominent aviators and aviation technology.
Chapter 288 members also volunteer at aviation related functions throughout the community to teach people about general aviation. Volunteering at local airshows and hosting Young Eagles events are some of the ways that EAA 288 members participate in the community.
Chapter 288's members are also very involved with the EAA on a national level. The chapter also has a good turnout at the EAA's annual fly-in, 'AirVenture', in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
To join, click the block below and fill out the simple membership form. Then you may pay your annual chapter dues which are only $25. For new members, dues paid now (2024) will also count for 2025.
You may pay them at the monthly meeting via the old fashioned way, with cash when you enter the room OR you may pay by credit card by clicking the link in the box below:
https://eaa-chapter-288.square.site
We look forward to meeting you and we welcome you to our Chapter!!
Homebuilders Week – Online Event Starts January 27th
30 online sessions to expand your knowledge of building your own aircraft
By Charlie Becker, EAA Homebuilt Community Manager
Homebuilders Week is an online opportunity to carry on the founding mission of EAA by sharing as much knowledge and information about building your own aircraft as possible in five days. We start on Monday, January 27th, 2025, and end on Friday, January 31st, 2025. Each day, we offer six live webinars running back-to-back, starting at 11:30 am central time and running every hour and a half until the last session at 7pm central. The sessions are live and allow time for questions. To sign up for the sessions, visit www.EAA.org/HomebuildersWeek
The topics cover something for everyone, whether you are just considering the idea of building an aircraft, are knee deep in a project or getting ready for test flying. We even have EAA president Jack Pelton lined up on, January 30th, to talk about EAA’s Advocacy efforts on behalf of the homebuilt members.
EAA Homebuilders Week follows immediately after the anniversary of the founding of the Experimental Aircraft Association on January 26th, 1953. I can’t think of a better way to recognize our organization’s founding than to spend 5 straight days learning about homebuilding.
EAA Homebuilders Week is made possible through the generous sponsorships of Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co., Dynon, Scheme Designers, and Van’s Aircraft.
Visit www.EAA.org/HomebuildersWeek to sign up.
DUE TO WEBSITE SPACE LIMITATIONS, THIS SECTION IS FREQUENTLY USED TO PUBLISH SOME ITEMS OF INTEREST
THERE IS NO NEED TO SIGN IN - DON'T BOTHER USING THE HEAD FIGURE IN THE UPPER RIGHT CORNER AT THE TOP THE PAGES - IT'S A USELESS ARTIFACT OF THE SYSTEM :-(
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BasicMed Expansion
The expansion of BasicMed privileges included in the 2024 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 is now in full effect as of November 12.
Under the new law signed May 16, pilots may now use BasicMed privileges to fly aircraft weighing up to 12,500 pounds and certified to carry up to seven occupants. The previous aircraft weight limitation was 6,000 pounds, with certification for up to six occupants.
Read More About It From AOPA
Here:
https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2024/november/14/basicmed-expansion?utm_source=epilot&utm_medium=email
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FAA Issued a New Airworthiness Directive For Lycoming Engines
On Thursday 10/30/2024, the FAA issued an airworthiness directive for specific Lycoming engines due to connecting rod failures.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO US!!!
OUR CHAPTER, EAA288
NOW HAS 307+ MEMBERS
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'SPRUCE CREEK GAGGLE' IN SKIES
Seasoned pilots display skills weekly from airpark
from: Nadia Zomorodian
Daytona Beach News-Journal | USA TODAY NETWORK
If you live in Volusia County, you might regularly see groups of airplanes flying over the region in formation and wonder, who are these people?
They are members of an informal club called the “Spruce Creek Gaggle.” They live in the Spruce-Creek Fly-In, the largest residential airpark in the nation.
The Gaggle has been around for more than 20 years, they tell us. There are roughly 25 members. Most are highly experienced pilots who have spent many hours in the cockpit. Saturday they can be seen in the skies above Volusia County flying many different kinds of airplanes.
Flying in formation can be risky, so pilots are extra careful in their preparation.
On Saturdays, they meet and go over a detailed flight itinerary. It includes a report of current winds, temperatures, and cloud heights. Also discussed are flying events of the day and future plans. They do not fly when the weather is bad or when the wind gusts over 20 mph.
The group participates in flyovers at community events and holiday celebrations. They can also be seen flying the “missing man” formation for celebrations of life. Individually, the pilots fly local kids on introductory flights as part of the Young Eagles program of the Experimental Aircraft Association After the briefing, the group heads to their planes for takeoff. On most Friday nights the group practices.
The Gaggle has made quite a name for itself locally and is well-known at the Spruce Creek Fly-In. They were even profiled in a 2004 edition of Smithsonian Magazine.
“I started flying an airplane solo before I could drive over 57 years ago. I've been teaching and flying formation for over 48 years and enjoy the challenge of flying with fellow pilots as it's different every flight.”
Jeff Edwards Gaggle member
Jeff Edwards is a Gaggle member. He's been around aviation his whole life. His dad flew in World War II and was an airline mechanic for over 40 years.
“I started flying an airplane solo before I could drive over 57 years ago,” he told the News-Journal. “I've been teaching and flying formation for over 48 years and enjoy the challenge of flying with fellow pilots as it's different every flight.”
So the next time you see that formation of planes overhead, be sure and wave, it might just be members of the Gaggle.
Nadia Zomorodian is a regular contributor to The Daytona Beach News-Journal and enjoys watching the Gaggle from her home in Port Orange.
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The Experimental Aircraft Association Sport Aviation Halls of Fame continue to grow as six new inductees were honored as part of the 2024 class. The six inductees each represent a different area of aviation – homebuilders, ultralights, the International Aerobatic Club, the Vintage Aircraft Association, and EAA Warbirds of America.
The 2024 inductees include:
- EAA Homebuilders Hall of Fame: Sebastien Heintz – Owner and president of Zenith Aircraft Company, a leading aircraft kit manufacturer
- International Aerobatic Club Hall of Fame: Linda Meyers Morrissey – Multi-time medalist at the World Aerobatic Championship, and long-time member of the U.S. Unlimited Aerobatic Team
- Warbirds of America Hall of Fame: Frank Strickler – A former Air Force and American Airlines pilot, and founder of Fox 51, a maintenance business focused on antique and warbird airplanes
- Vintage Aircraft Association Hall of Fame: Dave and Jeanne Allen (posthumous) – Husband-wife restoration team known for several outstanding projects including a 1930 Waco ASO and a 1947 Piper PA-11 Cub Special
- EAA Ultralights Hall of Fame: Dave Goulet (posthumous) – Co-founder of Quad City Ultralight Corporation, known for manufacturing the Quad City Challenger
The EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame were established to honor the outstanding achievements of men and women in aviation who share the spirit of EAA and its community. Those inducted into the halls of fame are selected by their peers for myriad contributions made to their respective areas of aviation.
EAA honored the new inductees at a dinner ceremony on October 16, 2024, in the Eagle Hangar of the EAA Aviation Museum.
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AND THE WINNING NATIONAL CHAMPBIONSHIP AIR RACING HOST CITY IS…
by Mark Phelps, AOPA
The decision is in, and the winning contender to host the National Championship Air Races is … Roswell, New Mexico.
The Reno Air Racing Association (perhaps they chose Roswell partly so they wouldn’t have to change their ‘RARA’ acronym?) announced late yesterday (May 23) that the first air races will take place in Roswell in September 2025. The competition will continue to include seven classes of air racing (still no word of an official extraterrestrial class), static displays, military demonstrations and more.
The site will be the Roswell Air Center airport (KROW), a former military airfield about five miles outside of town. The 5,000-acre airport is widely known as a storage facility (aka “boneyard”) for retired airliners and other aircraft—notable among them, Elvis Presley’s Lockheed JetStar, finally sold at auction in 2017 after more than 30 years at KROW. Among the reasons for choosing Roswell over the other two finalists, Casper, Wyoming, and Pueblo, Colorado, was the range of side attractions nearby, such as the Mescalero Sand Dunes, the Walker Aviation Museum located onsite at KROW, the Spring River Zoo, Carlsbad Caverns and of course the city of Roswell itself, famous for its connection to the history of investigating unidentified flying objects. An annual UFO Festivalis held in Roswell in early July.
After a long history of racing in Reno dating back to 1964, there will be no National Championship races this year, but the Nevada city will host a 60th anniversary celebration and airshow in October, including a full slate of military display teams and individual performers. Fred Telling, CEO and chairman of the board of the RARA, said of the association’s ultimate decision, “While Roswell was chosen, we are truly grateful for the overwhelming support, dedication, and enthusiasm shown by all the communities who submitted their bids to host our event. We’re thrilled to bring our honored tradition of racing [to Roswell] and are confident that they have both the enthusiasm and resources to expand the future of our races for many generations to come.”
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THIS WAS --> EAA AIRVENTURE - 2024
Attendance
Approximately 686,000 – Highest total on record! (Previous: 677,000 - 2023).
“We had record-setting totals of campers, exhibitors, volunteers, and more. It was also a challenging year at times with weather, logistics, and other factors, which makes me even more proud of the efforts by our volunteers and staff to organize an outstanding event.”
Total Aircraft
More than 10,000 aircraft arrived at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh and other airports in east-central Wisconsin. At Wittman alone, there were 16,780 aircraft operations in the 11-day period from July 18-28, which is an average of approximately 113 takeoffs/landings per hour when the airport is open.
Total Showplanes
2,846 including: 1,200 vintage aircraft, 975 homebuilt aircraft, 337 warbirds, 154 ultralights and light planes, 82, aerobatic aircraft, 65 seaplanes and amphibians, 52 aerobatic aircraft, 23 rotorcraft, and 10 balloons.
Camping
More than 15,000 sites in aircraft and drive-in camping accounted for more than 40,000 visitors.
Volunteers
Nearly 6,000 contributing in excess of 250,000 hours.
Commercial exhibitors
861 (record number).
Forums, Workshops, and Presentations
More than 1,600 sessions hosted during the week at 65 venues.
Social Media, Internet and Mobile
More than 23.9 million people were reached by EAA’s social media channels during AirVenture, with engagement of 3.7 million; Total social media video views: 17 million (up 149 percent over 2023); Nearly 45,000 social media followers gained; More than 142,000 hours of viewing EAA video clips online also occurred during the event.
International guests
A total of 2,581 attendees registering at the International Visitors Tent from a record-setting 98 countries outside the U.S., a 9 percent increase over 2023. As a significant number of international visitors do not officially register at the tent when they arrive, the actual international visitor total is much higher.
The Gathering shines
The EAA Aviation Foundation’s annual event to support its aviation education programs attracted more than 1,000 people and raised a record $2.8 million dollars that will be focused on EAA’s mission of growing participation in aviation.
Media
836 media representatives on-site, from six continents.
Economic impact*
$170 million for the five counties in the Oshkosh region (Winnebago, Outagamie, Fond du Lac, Calumet, and Brown). * - based on 2017 University of Wisconsin Oshkosh economic impact study
Upcoming Events
AirVenture 2025 Outlook
“We’ve already received plenty of ideas for next year and a little bit later this summer, we’ll begin reviewing what might be possible for 2025. Our annual goal is to create a gathering of people and airplanes that is found nowhere else in the world, and continue to improve the experience for EAA members and visitors.”
SEE VIDEOS OF OUR 2024 TAXI-IN
Stefan Buntenbach took some great videos of the aircraft during the Taxi-In this year. They are attached here as YouTube links. Please enjoy them, and pass them on to those outside the chapter if you like. Many thanks to Stefan for the hard work he put in.
Here are the links:
This one shows just the drone footage:
EAA288 TAXI-IN PICTURES - OUR MARCH 2024 MEETING EVENT
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AMATEUR-BUILT FLIGHT TESTING CRITERIA HAS CHANGED
Task-Based Phase 1 is Revolutionizing Flight Testing
AND NOW
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A multi-year project between the FAA and EAA has resulted in important changes being inserted into the latest advisory circular pertaining to Experimental/Amateur-Built flight testing. In the latest version of AC90-89 (the C suffix), it includes a task-based Phase I flight test option to the traditional 25- or 40-hour programs. In short, when the tasks are successfully completed, the airplane is released from Phase I flight test.
According to the FAA, the latest version of AC90-89 “attempts to make you aware that test flying an aircraft or ultralight vehicle is a critical undertaking, which you should approach with thorough planning, skill, and common sense. The flight test plan is the heart of all professional flight testing. The plan should account for every hour spent in the flight test phase and you should adhere to it with the same respect for the unknown that all successful test pilots share.”
As part of the changes, a new concept called the Aircraft Operations Handbook has been introduced. The idea is that information gathered during Phase I flight test is fed back into the AOH for the purposes of performance verification and operational cues. (Currently, homebuilts are not required to have a tradition POH [pilot operating handbook] or AFM [aircraft flight manual].) According to the FAA, “This AC also provides criteria for the use of an optional, operationally centric or task-based experimental aircraft flight test plan. This task-based option provides at least the same level of safety and reliability that the existing hourly minimum 25 or 40-hour flight test provides, but with the advantages of having operational completion criteria, a plan to record data for the creation of an AOH, and a flight test report documenting the flight testing results.” EAA and industry generally have been proponents of the flight-test cards and structured program as a more useful alternative to “free form” types of Phase I flight test.
Compliance with the new system requires use of the EAA test cards and alterations to the operating limitations. According to EAA, “In order to utilize the task-based flight testing program, the aircraft must have an operating limitation that allows the program’s use. Operating limitations are issued along with the airworthiness certificate by the FAA or DAR as part of the airworthiness certification process. EAA expects that the FAA will update policy on operating limitations soon so that the standard operating limitations will include the task-based Phase I authorization language. If you are currently in Phase I flight testing or plan to have your aircraft inspected soon, email govt@eaa.org for details on how to obtain the new task-based Phase I operating limitation.”
REMEMBER - A GOOD PREFLIGHT IS VERY IMPORTANT!!!
UPCOMING & PAST LAUNCHES FROM KSC AND CCSFS
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 Astranis Block 2 MISSION NOW DEC 22 @ 0000 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 Astranis Block 2 MISSION NOW DEC 22 @ 0000 FROM SLC-40
The Astranis Block 2 mission will deploy a set of small, geostationary communication satellites. These satellites are designed to provide broadband services in specific regions, such as individual countries, instead of broad global coverage. Though compact, each satellite is powerful, capable of delivering significant throughput while being much smaller than traditional satellites, which are typically much heavier and bulkier.
These satellites incorporate a combination of chemical and electric propulsion systems, ensuring they are cost-effective and capable of staying in orbit for up to eight years. The upgraded design addresses issues seen in earlier missions, like problems with the solar arrays, to improve reliability. By focusing on smaller, more targeted service areas, Astranis aims to offer affordable and efficient satellite services.
The booster will be recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8 minutes after launch.
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 WorldView Legion 5 & 6 on JAN ? @ ?
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 Astranis Block 2 MISSION NOW DEC 22 @ 0000 FROM SLC-40
Currently being built by SSL, WorldView-Legion is DigitalGlobe's next generation of earth observation satellites. No other information available any this time.
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
Seventh and eighth of a constellation of eleven high-throughput communications satellites in Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) built by Boeing and operated by SES.
The booster was recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8 minutes after launch.
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 WITH THE RRT-1 MISSION 0N DEC 16 @ 1951 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON O3b mPower-4 (7 & 8) MISSION DEC 17 @ 1756 FROM LC-39
SpaceX cited high winds as the reason for earlier scrub of the launch of the RRT-1 mission.
SpaceX scrubbed the planned launch of a payload that has not been officially identified.
The mission, according to SpaceX and the FAA is being referred to as “RRT-1.” Liftoff from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station was set for 8:05 p.m. EST (0105 UTC). In a statement posted to X, formerly Twitter, said “Teams will continue to keep a close eye on the weather as we work toward the next best launch opportunity.”
The booster was recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8 minutes after launch.
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
GPS III is the latest generation of Global Positioning System satellites developed for the U.S. Space Force. Built by Lockheed Martin, the GPS III system consists of a planned constellation of 10 satellites, each designed for a 15-year lifespan.
The first GPS III satellite launched on December 23, 2018. The GPS III program, which began in 2000, aims to modernize the GPS network with new ground stations, more signal channels, and enhanced capabilities for both military and civilian communication and tracking.
GPS III satellites will significantly improve civilian positioning accuracy to within 1 meter, a major upgrade from the current 3-meter accuracy. Additionally, the GPS III system offers stronger anti-jamming capabilities, improved signal strength, and greater interoperability with global navigation systems like Galileo. These advancements will provide more reliable and secure GPS services worldwide.
The booster was recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8 minutes after launch.
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 BANDWAGON 2 MISSION DEC 21 @ 1134 NOW from Vandenburg AFB
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK GPS-III SV-10 MISSION NOW DEC 13 @ 2004 FROM SLC-40
A SpaceX Falcon 9 will launch the Bandwagon 2 a dedicated rideshare flight to a mid-inclination orbit with dozens of small microsatellites and nanosatellites for commercial and government customers. Payloads include the South Korean government’s 425 Project Flight 3.
The booster will be recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8 minutes after launch.
Our History
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
Chapter 288 started in the 1970s, and originally met at nearby Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The chapter took regular trips to the Spruce Creek Fly-In, located in Port Orange, Florida, and soon moved their meeting location to Spruce Creek. Chapter 288 is unique, because of it's location. 288 is located at the intersection of young aviation enthusiasts from the University and experienced aviators along Florida's Space Coast.
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
Chapter 288 works to continue the spirit of general aviation in Daytona Beach area. We host several events throughout the year for our members which feature prominent aviators and aviation technology. Chapter 288 members also volunteer at aviation related functions throughout the community to teach people about general aviation. Volunteering at local airshows and hosting
Young Eagles events are some of the ways that EAA 288 members participate in the community. Chapter 288's members are also very involved with the EAA on a national level. The chapter has a good turnout at the EAA's annual fly-in "AirVenture" in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
EAA HQ OSHKOSH, WI
Daytona Beach's Spirit of Aviation
EAA HQ OSHKOSH, WI
The EAA works on a national level to help endure the "spirit of aviation." They work to get children who have an interest in becoming a pilot, air traffic controller, mechanic, etc. achieve their goals. EAA sponsors workshops for homebuilders teaching skills neccesary for them to build their own airplanes. Founded in 1953 by Paul Poberezney, the EAA has worked for over 60 years to keep general aviation alive and prospering into the future. They work today with other aviation organizations to ensure that aviation friendly laws are passed in Washington D.C., and to help ensure that general aviaiton will continue well into the future. To learn more about the Experimental Aircraft Association on a national level, and how to join, please visit their website at EAA.ORG