MAKE CHAPTER 288 YOUR AVIATION HOME! E-AB, TYPE CERTIFIED, VINTAGE, WARBIRD, ETC.
THE NEXT EAA288 MEETING WILL BE ON APRIL 18
Our March Taxi-in was wonderful as was the weather. Pictures below! The P-51-OK, it's not a homebuilt, but it's beautiful!
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 dues for our chapter which are only $25.
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!!
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Latest GA Activity Survey Now Underway
The FAA’s 46th annual General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey (GA Survey), reporting on the calendar year 2023, is now underway. The GA Survey is the only source of information on the GA fleet, the number of hours flown, and the ways people use GA aircraft.
Data from this survey are used by governmental agencies and industry to compute safety metrics such as fatal accidents rates; understand the impact of the GA industry on jobs, economic output, and investments in aviation infrastructure; track the success of safety initiatives, including avionics recommendations; determine funding for infrastructure and service needs; and assess the impact of regulatory changes.
The FAA and industry need accurate data on a broad range of aircraft. Your participation is voluntary, but we need your help. We encourage everyone who is contacted to respond to the survey so that all aviation activity is represented. If you have questions, call 800-826-1797 or email infoaviationsurvey@tetratech.com.
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Mark Baker Stepping Down As AOPA President
By Russ Niles-AvWeb 1/30/24
AOPA President Mark Baker told staff today that he will be leaving his post when a suitable replacement has been found. Baker, who joined the organization more than 10 years ago, said in an internal email to staff obtained by AVweb that he will be staying on until that process plays out. “I have promised the Board (of Trustees) that I will stay in the left seat for up to two more years, ensuring we have plenty of time to find the right person and make an orderly transition,” he said in the email. He said it will be business as usual as the search goes on.
Other aviation group leaders wished Baker well and thanked him for his work to date. Mark Baker is a world-class aviator with a passion for aviation that is second to none,” said NBAA President Ed Bolen. “It comes as no surprise that he and the AOPA board are taking the time and the appropriate steps to ensure that the current standard of excellence carries forward for many years to come.” General Aviation Manufacturers’ Association President Pete Bunce called Baker a “staunch advocate for general aviation and a great friend – I look forward to flying more with him in the future.”
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VAN'S AIRCRAFT
THE LEGAL STUFF:
DEBTOR’S PLAN OF REORGANIZATION PURSUANT TO SUBCHAPTER V UNDER CHAPTER 11 (MARCH 29, 2024)
https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.orb.528157/gov.uscourts.orb.528157.113.0.pdf
From Kitplanes: Three key elements stand out in the filing.
First: the plan is for secured creditors to be fully repaid.
Second: unsecured creditors (mainly builders with deposits who did not agree to increased prices earlier this year), will be repaid approximately 55% over three years. Some builder creditors will be considered priority creditors and be paid $3350 soon after the reorganization is approved and the remainder over the three-year period.
Third: the VanGrunsven Trust, which has loaned the company a total of $14.7 million over the last three years, including $7 million just before and after the original Chapter 11 filing, will forgive the latter loans and take equity in return; this move wipes out the equity of employees who participated in the employee-owned stock program in place before the bankruptcy. Van’s estimates that had it entered liquidation instead of reorganization customers might only get 4% of their unsecured claims.
According to Van’s statement, “The filing will be complete after the court sets various hearing dates and the judge signs a certificate making it an official court document. This usually takes 3-5 days. Then, a copy of the officially filed plan is mailed to the same approximately 40 thousand people that were notified at the time Van’s filed bankruptcy. Those people who have claims against the company receive ballots so they can vote either for or against the plan. Votes will be collected by Van’s attorneys, tallied, and reported to the court as it considers whether to approve or reject the plan.”
In addition, Van’s has outlined its corporate reorganization in the filing. “Debtor’s corporate governance board underwent reorganization. Debtor now has a five-person board comprised of two members of the Van Grunsven family and three independent, experienced directors. A more formal and rigorous form of governance is now being practiced. Mr. Van Grunsven serves as board chair. Mikael Via will continue as CEO of Debtor. Debtor has recruited Shawn Ell as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Ell has a strong background in manufacturing management and will oversee all manufacturing beginning in early April. Don Eisele will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer until his replacement is identified. Rian Johnson will continue as V.P. of Engineering and Product Design.
“Debtor is also creating the position of V.P. of Quality Assurance. The Plan calls for Debtor to continue building its professional staff to fully support operations. This team will include additional positions in quality control, engineering, accounting, and IT, as well as a stronger marketing and customer relations support. Debtor’s increased professionalism in governance and additional executive personnel, with its depth of experience, coupled with Debtor’s existing skilled, hardworking personnel, provide Debtor with a new level of energy and talent. With that, Debtor is prepared to take advantage of aviation opportunities while being sufficiently profitable to replace its depreciated equipment, install business systems, and repay its creditors as set forth in the Plan.”
In previous statements, Van’s has said that in addition to these manufacturing updates (netting an increase in kits delivered) the RV-15 project’s development continues, though the airplane itself won’t make an appearance at AirVenture this summer
Aircraft Kit Prices and Lead Times and Engine and Prop Lead Times (As of April 6, 2024)
UPDATE: MARCH 27, 2024
THE RESTRUCTURING AT VANS AIRCRAFT CONTINUES TO GO WELL!
WATCH THEIR LATEST YOU TUBE VIDEO BY CLICKING THIS LINK:
EAA288 TAXI-IN PICTURES - OUR MARCH 2024 MEETING EVENT
EAA288 TAXI-IN PICTURES - OUR APRIL 2023 MEETING EVENT
Do You use FAASafety.gov? Then Register for New MyAccess MFA Service
Notice Number: NOTC3222
Date: Sep 29, 2023
For individuals who access FAASafety.gov, this message contains information regarding an upcoming change.
The FAA’s Office of Information & Technology is pleased to introduce the FAA’s enhanced MyAccess multi-factor authentication (MFA) service, used to secure access to the FAA’s network, systems, and applications.
In October 2023, the new MyAccess MFA service will secure access to the FAASafety.gov website for external (non-DOT/FAA) users.
As a result of this change, you will no longer be able to log-in using your current username and password. Instead, you will need to use the FAA’s new MyAccess MFA service via the Okta Verify or Google Authenticator app that you can install on your computer or mobile device.
- If you are an employee or contractor of a U.S. federal agency (excluding DOT/FAA): Register your existing CAC/PIV account with Max.gov. Visit Max.gov and select “Register for a Max.gov account”. After your Max.gov account registration is complete, visit the FAA’s MyAccess login webpage, select “Sign in with Federal CAC/PIV”, and then follow the prompts to sign in with your CAC/PIV card to complete your registration with MyAccess.
- If you are not an employee or contractor of a U.S. federal agency, visit the FAA’s MyAccess External User Registration webpage to register for your account today.
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For now, and even after you register, please continue to log-in to FAASafety.gov using your current username and password. We will provide more information about this change later, during October 2023.
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Representatives are standing by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you.
AMATEUR-BUILT FLIGHT TESTING CRITERIA HAS CHANGED
Task-Based Phase 1 is Revolutionizing Flight Testing
AND NOW
A NEW VIDEO ON THIS IS AVAILABLE FOR EAA MEMBERS TO VIEW
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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!!!
SPACE VEHICLE PHOTOS - Spacex's Bandwagon 1 Pre-Launch and Booster Landing at KSC's Landing Zone 1 - April 7, 2024 & the Delta IV Heavy's Last Launch
upcoming and past LAUNCHES FROM KSC anD CCSFS
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-52 MISSION ON APR 18 @ 1840 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-52 MISSION ON APR 18 @ 1840 FROM SLC-40
A SpaceX Falcon 9 will launch a batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system. The booster will be recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8.5 minutes after launch.
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-53 MISSION ON APR 22 @ 1840 FROM LC-39
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
SPACEX WILL LAUNCH A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-52 MISSION ON APR 18 @ 1840 FROM SLC-40
A SpaceX Falcon 9 will launch a batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system. The booster will be recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8.5 minutes after launch.
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
A SpaceX Falcon 9 launched a batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system. The booster was recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8.5 minutes after launch.
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-49 MISSION ON APR 13 @ 2100 FROM LC-39
SUCCESS! THE DELTA IV HEAVY LAUNCHED THE NROL-70 MISSION ON APRIL 9 @ 1253 FROM SLC-37B
SUCCESS! SPACEX LAUNCHED A FALCON 9 STARLINK 6-51 MISSION ON APR 17 @ 1726 FROM SLC-40
A SpaceX Falcon 9 launched a batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system. The booster was recovered on a barge on the Atlantic Ocean about 8.5 minutes after launch.
SUCCESS! THE DELTA IV HEAVY LAUNCHED THE NROL-70 MISSION ON APRIL 9 @ 1253 FROM SLC-37B
SUCCESS! THE DELTA IV HEAVY LAUNCHED THE NROL-70 MISSION ON APRIL 9 @ 1253 FROM SLC-37B
SUCCESS! THE DELTA IV HEAVY LAUNCHED THE NROL-70 MISSION ON APRIL 9 @ 1253 FROM SLC-37B
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta IV Heavy rocket launched the NROL-70 mission. This was the last Delta IV heavy launch!
OVER 70? PAYING HIGHER AIRCRAFT INSURANCE PREMIUMS?
A recent survey conducted by AOPA of pilots and aircraft owners across the country confirmed what we have been hearing from many members for several years: Older pilots who are just as safe, current, and proficient as any others continue to find their insurance policies unceremoniously dropped or canceled, or much more expensive—just for being a day older than 70.
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