Boone Aviation News

Important safety presentation on February 21 at 7PM

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:06:00 +0000

2011 BAPA Holiday Gathering!

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000

The 2011 BAPA Holiday Get-Together will be on Tuesday, December 6th, at the Iowa Stater Restaurant in the Gateway Hotel in Ames, IA. The Gateway is at the intersection of Highway 30 and University Boulevard...close to Jack Trice Stadium and Reiman Gardens.

Social hour begins at 5:30 pm, with dinner from 6-7:30 and our annual gift exchange/program afterwards. Please bring a nice gift in the $10 range that is labeled for a man, a woman or either. Feel free to get creative with your gift...both on the inside and outside. No gag gifts please...we want real stuff!

Dress is holiday casual or Cyclone fan, as you desire.

Below is a link to the Iowa Staters' menu, which you will be ordering off of. They are not offering their Tuesday night specials, but no worries...they have a wide range of items to choose from to fit every budget. And the food is very nice.

Please bring a plate of Christmas cookies or bars to share during the gift exchange.

Please try to attend...especially if you have not yet made it to a BAPA event this year...and you know who you are!! :)

Feel free to encourage new and potential BAPA members to attend, and also invite friends and family to join you to meet some really super-duper people and have a fun evening of friendship and food.

Please RSVP to Lisa at lkkuehl@gmail.com or (515) 795-2306 by NOON on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2nd. The restaurant would like to know how many to plan for. Children are welcome!

If anyone has any ideas for a program, entertainment, contests, etc. to liven up the party, pass them along to me or President Fran.

As always, weather dictates, so keep an open mind in case we are having a winter weather event. But let's not go there! I predict a lovely evening in Ames.

See everyone on the 6th!

http://www.iowastaterrestaurant.com/

Boone Aviation Community Loses a Leader and Friend

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:11:00 +0000

R.M. “Buzz” Lauritsen, Craftsman, Entrepreneur and Patriarch, Dies at 68

August 15, 1942 - July 18, 2011

Buzz, known as the “go-to guy” when in need of excellence in mechanical solutions, life-long resident of Boone, passed away July 18, 2011. He was 68 years old and suffered from dementia in his later years.

Buzz was born August 15, 1942, to Marvin and Bertha Lauritsen of Boone. He graduated from Boone High School, enlisted in the National Guard and later attended Grand View College in Des Moines, all before returning to Boone to assist and later run his father’s insurance business.

As a life-long entrepreneur, he began working in the family ice cream shop, in adulthood taking on the family insurance agency, and later alongside his family, founding Cleaveland Aircraft Tool. Striving for perfection led him to design and create solutions to mechanical challenges that were both functional and beautiful. Building and rebuilding everything from toasters, to clocks, to steam engines, to airplanes, gave Buzz master craftsman status in the minds of friends and family.

Much of Buzz’s life revolved around his love for aviation, beginning by flying RC models as a child, then piloting passenger airplanes in 1970. He built his first full size aircraft in the mid ‘70s, and a second into the late ‘80s. Buzz served as Commissioner of the Boone Municipal Airport for 18 years, from 1980-1999, as well as a judge of homebuilt aircraft for more than 10 years at EAA’s annual fly-in held in Oshkosh, WI. Buzz’s RV-4 two-passenger, fully-aerobatic kitplane won EAA’s Grand Champion kit build award in 1989 and the Wright Brother’s award in 1990.

Buzz’s other interests included rebuilding cars (Corvette, VW Beatle, Bernardi, Model A, many others), hunting, fishing, model trains, photography, guitar, ham radio, thunderstorms and gathering with friends for grill outs, bonfires, picnic club and the Elks.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Martha, and his parents, Marvin and Bertha. He is survived by his wife, DJ, two children, Mike and Jensie, as well as their spouses, Christina and Bill, and granddaughter Mikayla.

A casual Memorial Celebration will be held at the Boone Municipal Airport, north hangar, on July 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the family with intention of supporting music therapy for dementia patients. The family would also like to thank all of the friends and family and community members who have extended support and prayers during this challenging process.

Boone Flight Breakfast, May 21

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 03 May 2011 04:24:00 +0000

FAA Safety Presentation on March 15

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:27:00 +0000

Chris Manthe of the Central Region FAASTeam will present a program on March 15 at 7:30PM at CY Aviation.

Program Title: Manipulation of the Flight Review: To change by artful means so as to serve one's purpose.

The flight review is a vital link in the general aviation safety chain. The purpose of the flight review is to provide for a regular evaluation of pilot skills and aeronautical knowledge. The flight review is also intended to offer pilots the opportunity to design a personal currency program in consultation with a CFI. The CFI should tailor the flight review and proficiency plan to each pilot's skill, experience, aircraft and personal flying goals.

The meeting will be held at CY Aviation located at the Boone Municipal Airport. Thank you to the Boone Area Pilots Association.

Contact: Chris William Manthe
515-289-4821

BAPA January Meeting Minutes

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 21:39:00 +0000

BAPA meeting minutes 1/18/11

Members present: Fran & Alice L; Dick S; Bill D; Ron & Diane H; Lisa & Connie Y; Yoshi S; Ralph K; Kelley K; Frank D; and Charlie L.

1. President Fran called the meeting to order.
2. Treasurer’s report was presented by Treasurer Alice Laabs: Approved.
Income: $100.00 dues
Balances on Hand:
Checking $431.49
Cash on Hand 32.02
CD 2125.24
Total Balance $2588.75

3. Old Business: Reminder that dues for 2011 are $15.00 per couple. These are now due and you can either leave them at the airport or mail them to Alice Laabs at: 19599 – 515th Ave, Ames, IA 50014.

4. Adam Danhauer’s letter was passed around thanking BAPA for the memorial donation of $100.00.

5. A care box was sent to Afghanistan filled with donated items of chap stick, small sample size of shampoos, lotions, etc. There were also some dog treats included because this box was sent to a canine unit. It was decided to continue collecting items to send another box as soon as this one is filled.

6. We are still planning on giving Susie Richmond’s 8th grade students the promised ride in a plane. Plans are to try to do this mid-late March.

7. New Business: Upcoming events:
Greenfield Chili Fly-In, on Jan 29th, 11-2 at the Iowa Aviation Museum.
The Farm Progress show is in Decatur IL this August 30, 31st. It would be nice for some of us to fly there to see how they handle the aviation traffic.
In September, the Blue Angels will be at the Lincoln NE Municipal Airport for an Air show Sept 10 & 11 commemorating the 10th anniversary of Sept 11th.
The Da Vinci exhibit will continue showing at the Des Moines Science Center until March 20, 2011.
RV Days is June 18th in Boone.
IA Falls fly-in breakfast omelets is July 4th from 7-10 AM.
“Thunder in the Valley”, Thunderbirds Air Show at Waterloo Airport, August 27, 28th.

8. Discussion was held on a flight breakfast hosted at CY aviation with the VFW providing sausage gravy and biscuits. This was tentatively set for May 21st from 7-10 AM
9. A sign up sheet was passed around for programs this year. There are still lots of opportunities for others to fill in the blanks.
January – Kelley K – WC Tour
February – Open
March-Open
April-Ron H
May-Bill D
June-Open
July-Open
August-Open
September-Open
October-Connie Y
November-Open
December-Christmas Party

Meeting was adjourned. Kelley K took us over to the North Hanger for a tour with Keith Campbell of WC Aircraft.

Respectively submitted,
Diane Harland, secretary

Introducing the CY Aviation "Skycam"

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 16:59:00 +0000

As of this month, CY Aviation offers the world an opportunity for a live look at Boone Municipal Airport !

We are now providing live images from the CY Aviation "Skycam" to the World Wide Web via our homepage (booneairport.com), and also via the popular weather website "Weather Underground" (wunderground.com).

Skycam faces east, showing sky conditions, the windsock and any planes that might happen to be refueling in front of the FBO building. Images on booneairport.com refresh every 15 seconds.

The Weather Underground site offers several interesting features, such as an overview of images from each day of the month, and a video loop that shows time lapse images from a 24-hour period. These can be reached by navigating to wunderground.com, then clicking on "Webcams" in the upper portion of the screen. When the page named "Weather Webcams" appears, click on "Iowa," and then select "Boone."

Mobile apps: CY Aviation Skycam images are also available via the free app for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad called "World Weather Forecast." This is a really nice app that you won't stop using. And don't forget that word "free!" If you use other Weather or Webcam apps and come across our images, let us know so we can spread the word!

Please share this with all your friends who are interested in seeing a real-time view of the Boone skies.

BAPA November meeting minutes

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:01:00 +0000

BAPA meeting minutes 11/16/10

Members present: Fran & Alice L; Bill D; Lisa & Connie Y; Ralph & Betty K; Dave & Lynn W.; Dick
S; Kelley K; Diane H; Andy & Deanne V; Bob & Dino R and Roger F.

1. President Kelley called the meeting to order.
2. Treasurer’s Report was presented by Bob Rosene: Approved.
Income
20.00 dues
Interest
1.75
Expenses
17.60 stamps
Balances on Hand:
Checking
$301.49
Cash on Hand
29.52
Money Market $2,125.24
Total Balances $2456.25
3. Old Business: Lisa announced that the Christmas party will be December 14th at the
Iowa Stater Restaurant inside the Gateway Hotel, Intersection of Hwy 30 and University
Blvd, Ames. The plans are to have a social time at 6:30 with dinner starting at 7:00.
After the meal we will move down to the lobby area for our gift exchange. Tuesday’s
special is “$10 on Tuesday”. Their normal $20 entrees will be $10. The gift exchange
limit is $10. Please label the gift for man/woman/ or either. Lisa needs a head count by
Dec 7th for the restaurant.
4. New Business: The new slate of 2011 officers were announced (or railroaded)
President: Fran Laabs
Vice President: TBD
Treasurer: Alice Laabs
Secretary: Diane Harland
5. Lisa suggested that we fix up a care box for the military. It was decided to bring items
to the Christmas party for the care box. Suggestions were, Chap Stick, small hotel size
shampoos, lotions, etc. Lisa will be sending out more suggestions later after she gets a
list of needed items.
6. Bob R suggested that we raise the dues to $15.00 so we would have funds to help
charitable causes such as the military or food pantry. It was passed. Dues will be $15
per couple this coming year. You can bring the dues to the Christmas party on the 14th.
7. Kelley gave an update on giving Susie Richmond’s 8th grade students the promised ride
in a plane.

The meeting was adjourned and Dick Schneider gave the program on 1st generation German jet
fighters.

Join us for the 2010 Boone Area Pilots Assn. Holiday Gathering!

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:24:00 +0000

The 2010 BAPA Holiday Gathering will be held on Tuesday, December 14th at the Iowa Stater Restaurant inside the Gateway Center Hotel in Ames. The Iowa Stater is a casual restaurant featuring fun ambiance and a nice selection of "comfort foods." We will be ordering off of their menu and lucky for us, Tuesdays are "$10 On Tuesday" special nights! Normally $20 entrees are just $10! Plan to gather in the restaurant social area at 6:30 for a cash bar and other treats. We'll be seated for dinner at 7 and when we have finished, we can move down to their lobby area for our gift exchange. I thought it would be nice to have everyone bring a plate of Christmas cookies to share during the gift exchange. How does that sound? The gift exchange limit is $10 and please don't include gag gifts this year...we want REAL stuff! Please label your gift as for either a man, a woman or either. If the weather is really bad, use your own discretion. BAPA members are very loyal (!) and we have fought raging blizzards to make it to holiday gatherings. But still, use your discretion and put safety first. If anyone from Boone wants to carpool, let us all know. We could meet at CYA and go from there. If you are coming from out of town, you might consider an overnight stay at the Gateway that night..a fun pre-holiday overnight with your special someone, perhaps?

I have asked that you sign up by DEC. 7th so I can let the restaurant know how many to expect. You can email me directly at lkkuehl@gmail.com, or there will be a signup sheet at CYA. Family, guests and prospective BAPA members are welcome to attend with you. Dress is business-casual..or you can get dolled up in your best holiday garb, or don your Cyclone spirit colors! We usually have some sort of little game or program to share, so plan on something fun before opening gifts. I hope we have a great turnout and great weather to go with it! If you have questions, just holler. The Gateway Hotel is near the intersection of Highway 30 and University Boulevard, near the football stadium and Iowa State Center. OH...don't forget to bring your 2011 dues if you haven't paid up yet. Dues are $15 per couple or individual per year. Thanks! See you on the 14th, I hope!

BAPA October Meeting Minutes

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:49:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 10-19-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Fran & Alice L; Dick S; Bob & Dino R; Kelley K; Connie Y; Lisa K;

1. Pres. Kelley called the meeting to order.
2. Bob R gave the financial report.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Bob Rosene: Approved.
Income 10.00 dues
Expenses 23.00 flowers
85.58 coffee pots
Balances on Hand:
Checking $277.34
Cash On Hand 29.52
Money Market $2,107.38
Total Balances $2,414.24
3. Susie Richmond still wants to have plane rides for the 8th grade students that were not able to ride last summer. Plans are to do it on a Saturday in November.
4. The BAPA membership drive is still open. We have two who have joined. It was moved, seconded, and passed that new member dues for those who join between now and the end of the year apply to their 2011 dues in full.
5. Lisa discussed the Christmas party plans. We would like to have it December 14th as a first choice and December 7th as a second choice. Lisa will check the Gigglin Goat, the Gateway Hotel, and other restaurants and send out information to the club.
6. The program was presented by Harley Weyer about his time spent working with NASA.

Respectfully submitted.
Diane Harland

Military Appreciation Day Schedule of Presentations

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:12:00 +0000

Saturday, August 14

10:00 Brig General Gregory Schwab - Color Guard and Raising of the Flag
10:45 Mike Vogt - Iowa Gold Star Museum
11:00-1:00 LUNCH by the Boone Veteran’s Council
1:00 FAA - Presenting the Wright Brothers Award for 50 Years of Flying to Claire Harper, WWII and B-17 pilot
1:30 Dick Schneider - Nose Art Presentation
2:00 Paul Nelson - Norden Bomb Sight Presentation

Catch all or part of the day at the Boone Municipal Airport. Free!

BAPA minutes for July 2010

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 02:30:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 7-20-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Fran & Alice L; Dick S; Bob & Dino R; Kelley K; Connie Y; Lisa K;

Bob Rosene led the planning meeting for the Farm Progress Show.
Guests to help plan were Bill Uhl and Don Sandell.
Fran, Alice, Bob, and Dino went to the Decatur show to learn what to do here.
Lines need to be painted on the grass to help park aircraft.
Van Wall will probably provide some vehicle equipment.
Sygenta will probably provide donuts and coffee.
We would like for Charlie Lloyd to head up communication.
Two way communication radios will be provided for field personnel.
The business meeting was called to order by President Kelley.
The June minutes were presented and approved.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Bob Rosene: Approved.
Income -0-
Expenses -0-
Balances on Hand:
Checking $414.39
Cash on Hand 29.52
Money Market $2,107.38
Total Balances $2,551.29
The BAPA grill ran out of LP gas. Payment was approved to pay Ron Harland $34.22 for two tanks of LP. It was also decided to purchase two 30 cup coffee makers from Ron Harland at $39.99 each.
Invitation letters were printed to invite all pilots associated with the Boone airport to join BAPA. Lisa volunteered to address envelopes to send to the prospective members. BAPA will pay the postage.
Dave presented plans for the Military Appreciation Day on August 14th from 8 AM – 3 PM to be held at BNW. Several war bird aircraft and special activities are being planned. Please call Dave at the airport to volunteer to help. We need volunteers for:
Aircraft registration
Aircraft parking
People haulers
Traffic control
Beverage oversight
Sight assistance
Set up and tear down (tables, etc)
Public announcement person
The remaining 2010 program list is as follows:
August –flight to Anita to eat out
Sept – Younger’s
Oct – open
Nov –open
Dec –Christmas Party

Respectfully submitted,
Diane Harland

June BAPA Minutes

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:29:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 6-15-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Frank D.; Fran L; Bill & Kate Durbin; Dick S; Bob & Dino R; Kelley K.

The meeting was called to order by President Kelley.
The May minutes were presented and approved.
Financial Report by Bob Rosene: Approved.
Deposits: Dues 10.00
Expenses: 48.56 (orange flag for follow me vehicle)
Balances on hand: Checking 391.89
Cash 29.52
Money Market CD 2107.38
Total Assets: 2528.79

Old Business:
Thanks to Dino and Kelley for pulling weeds around the airport sign.

New Business:
Plans for the Farm Progress Show are as follows:
The airport will check with the National Guard about parking jets there.
The National Guard will paint the helicopter if the airport will provide the paint.
The 2010 program is as follows:
July – Meet at Boone and plan for Farm Progress Show & 8th Air Force Reunion & Military Appreciation Day on August 14th at the Boone Airport
August –flight to Anita to eat out
Sept – Youngers
Oct – open
Nov –open
Dec –Christmas Party
Discussion was held regarding BAPA hosting a Saturday flight breakfast. It was decided that Saturday was better for us than Sunday. After looking at the 2010 IA flight breakfast schedule and this year’s BAPA schedule, it was decided to plan to host this in 2011. The local VFW is willing to handle all the food. They offer a $5 biscuit, gravy, and fried potatoes breakfast.
It was decided we need to make a specific invitation to join BAPA to all those who fly out of the Boone airport. Dave has a mailing list. We will use next month’s meeting to address and stuff envelopes to invite local pilots to join. **Connie will ask if Jeff could write the letter.
We have 8 or 10 past members who have not paid their dues for this year. It is still $10 per year. We encourage all interested people receiving this email to send their dues to Bob Rosene at 1609 Kate Shelley Dr, Boone IA 50036 or leave it at the Boone Airport.
The meeting was adjourned and the meeting was turned over to Bob R. who had the program. Mike Vogt spoke. He is the curator of the Iowa Gold Star Museum in Johnston. It is located in Camp Dodge and has free admission. It is open Mon – Sat 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed holidays and holiday weekends. It honors all Iowan’s contributions to the defense of our state and nation down through history.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Harland

Come to Military Appreciation Day on August 14

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:46:00 +0000

May BAPA minutes

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 00:38:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 5-18-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Frank D.; Fran & Alice L; Bill & Kate Durbin; Jeff L; Dick S.

The meeting was called to order by V Pres Fran.

The April minutes were presented and approved.

Financial Report:

Deposits: Dues 10.00

Expenses: 00.00

Balances on hand: Checking 430.45

Cash 29.52

Money Market CD 2107.38

Total Assets: 2567.35

Old Business:

The results of the hanger dance were discussed. It was considered a success.
Landscaping has been done around the airport sign. Thanks to everyone who helped. More will be done this fall.

New Business:

The 2010 program is as follows:

June – Rosene

July – open

August –plan for Farm Progress Show

Sept – Younger’s

Oct – open

Nov –open

Dec –Christmas Party

The meeting was adjourned and the meeting was turned over to Bill D. who had the program.

Bill announced the winner of the spot landing competition. Those participating were Bill, Frank, Jeff, Fran, & Ron. Frank D. was the winner. Congratulations Frank!

Respectfully submitted,

Diane Harland

Come to the HANGAR DANCE on May 15 !

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:12:00 +0000

CY Aviation, Inc. and The Boone Area Pilot’s Association proudly present
Hangar Dance 2010,
featuring the Boone Big Band.
Saturday, May 15, 2010

The public is invited to the Boone Municipal Airport for an evening of food, music, dancing and airplane displays.

The Dinner-Dance will be held on Saturday, May 15th, 2010, with dinner starting at 6 pm and music and dancing from 7-10 pm. The Boone VFW will be providing a pork loin dinner for $10 per person. No reservations are required. Dinner will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Boone Big Band performance is free of charge, but donations are always welcome and help support the Band and their community activities.

Dancing is always encouraged but not required. Plenty of seating will be available for those wanting to listen to wonderful big band sounds and visit with family and friends.

In addition, a number of locally-built airplanes will be on display, courtesy of W&C Aircraft Works of Boone and individual owners. Most were built with the help of W&C Aircraft Works, who have earned many national awards for outstanding workmanship.

The Boone Big Band is comprised of 21 members from Boone, Ames, Madrid, Ogden and several other central-Iowa communities. The Big Band members are a very gifted group of musicians and are thrilled to once again be performing at the Boone Airport.

For more information, please call (515) 432-1018.

BAPA April Meeting Minutes

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 12:31:00 +0000

Minutes for BAPA meeting held Tuesday evening, April 20, 2010.

Thanks to Fran for preparing the program for this evening. It was a beautiful evening for flying and four planes with 7 members participated in the “precision” flour drop. Big winner for the evening was Jeff Lorimor, second place went to the team of Bill & Kate Durbin. However, all participants enjoyed competing and the opportunity to fly on a clear, quiet evening. Thanks also to Dick Schneider for photographing and judging.

Meeting called to order by President Kelley Kokemiller. Members present: Connie Younger, Bill & Kate Durbin, Jeff & Peg Lorimor, Dick Schneider, Dirk Scholten, Bob & Dino Rosene, Frank DeBartelo, Kelly Kokemiller, and Fran & Alice Laabs.

Fran made a motion to accept March minutes as sent, Jeff seconded. Bob Rosene gave treasurer’s report. We have $420.45 in checking; $29.52 cash on hand and $2,107.38 in our money market.

Kelley & Dave Morgan gave a report on preparations being made for the Military Appreciation Day/8^th Air Force Reunion to be held August 14 from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Boone Airport. There will be aircraft and military equipment on display, among them a P51, 3 T6s, L4, L5, Stearman. Food will be provided and served by the Boone VFW for a charge of $7. BAPA will provide coffee and doughnuts and other beverages (ice tea, lemonade, water) with a donation jar to cover costs. Local TV and radio stations will be notified and announcements will be sent to area airports. BAPA has been asked to assist with setting up tables and chairs, parking cars and planes, shuttling guests, helping publicize, and cleanup.

Kelley reported Susie Richmond was denied by the School Board to be involved in rewarding the essay winners with a plane ride due to liability considerations. She would still like to make it happen by making it an activity not associated with the school. Dave Kalwishky indicated Chapter 135 EAA would be willing to assist with providing rides. Fran made a motion to have Dave talk with Susie to schedule this, Bill seconded. BAPA will provide assistance as needed.

Peg mentioned planting flowers by the Airport sign. Peg & Dino will set up a time in early May to purchase the plants and will send an email requesting assistance in planting. We discussed applying fertilizer and possibly getting mulch from the displays after the Farm Progress Show.

Connie announced a dinner and Hangar Dance will be held Saturday, May 15. Dinner will be served by the VFW from 6-7 p.m. and the dance held from 7-10 p.m. BAPA will assist with setting up tables, publicity, serving popcorn, and clean up.

Connie made a motion to adjourn. Jeff seconded. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

Alice Laabs

Secretary, Pro-Tem

BAPA minutes for March 2010

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 02:31:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 3-16-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Kelley K.; Lisa K & Connie Y; Charlie L; Dick S; Bill & Kate D; Ralph & Betty K.

The meeting was called to order by Pres. Kelly.

The February minutes were presented and approved.

There was no financial report.

Old Business:

March 9^th Kelley reported on his meeting with the Boone school board regarding our providing flights to the winners of the essays.
BAPA will pick the top 6 first place winners from the chosen 18 for front seat rides.
Essay topic ideas suggested by club members were: What does aviation do for our community; Exploring Iowa from the Air; Why is the Airport Important To Our Community; Exploring Career Opportunities in Aviation; Why I want to be a Pilot.

New Business:

A get well card was passed around for Jan Bortz. The club sends her our best wishes.
An update was given on future Boone airport expansion an improvement plans.
August 18^th an AF Reunion is being planned by Dave Morgan and Keith Campbell.
The 2010 program is as follows:

Apr – Fran Laab

May – Bill Durbin

June – Rosene

July – open

August –plan for Farm Progress Show

Sept – Youngers

Oct – open

Nov –open

Dec –Christmas Party

The meeting was adjourned and the meeting was turned over to Dick S. who had the program. Dick had prepared a power point presentation on Nose Art on airplanes. There was a lot of history and many photographs of Nose Art through the years.

Respectfully submitted.

Diane Harland

New hangar construction begins

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:13:00 +0000

Two new hangars are being built this spring at the Boone Municipal Airport. They will house several locally-based, privately owned aircraft. Infrastructure and grading took place last fall and concrete work, framing and final details began when the weather turned warm.

March 29

April 12

Rolling out the carpet

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:09:00 +0000

CY Aviation is getting a spring makeover! Cosmetic repairs have been completed and new carpeting has been installed. Please stop on out for a look and a cup of coffee!

Kelley Kokemiller's RV-9

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:55:00 +0000

Kelley Kokemiller ran the engine on his RV-9 for the first time on March 29 and will have it flying soon. The painting was done at W&C Aircraft Works. Kelley is president of Boone Area Pilots Association and also owns a Piper Colt.

BAPA FEBRUARY MINUTES

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:30:00 +0000

BAPA Meeting Minutes 2-16-10

Members Present: Ron & Diane H; Fran & Alice L; Kelley K.; Connie Y.

The meeting was called to order by Pres. Kelley.

The January minutes were presented and approved.

The financial report was given by Kelley. The club’s CD has matured. Alice moved, Fran seconded to renew the CD. Motion carried.

Income:

Dues 20.00

Interest .06

Expenses:

Boone Comm School $342.79

(supplies for Susie Richmond’s class on flight)

Balance on hand Checking $400.41

Balance on hand Cash $29.52

Old Business:

None.

New Business:

March 9^th Kelley will go to the Boone School Board meeting to present the club’s plan for flights offered as prizes for essays written. They wanted permission forms to remove the school from liability.
Susie offered for the club to help pick the top essay winners. It was decided to let the teachers pick the 18 winners and then BAPA will pick the top 6 first place winners from the chosen 18.
Essay topic ideas suggested by club members were: What does aviation do for our community; Exploring Iowa From the Air; Why is the Airport Important To Our Community; Exploring Career Opportunities in Aviation;and Why I want to be a Pilot.
The 2010 program is as follows:

Mar – Dick Schneider

Apr – Fran Laab

May – Bill Durbin

June – Rosene

July – open

August –plan for Farm Progress Show

Sept – Youngers

Oct – open

Nov –open

Dec –Christmas Party

The meeting was adjourned and the meeting was turned over to Ron H. who had the program. Ron led an interactive course from AOPA on line.

Respectfully submitted.

Diane Harland

BAPA July Meeting Minutes

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:30:00 +0000

Members Present: Bill & Kate D; Ron & Diane H; Bob & Dino R; Peg & Jeff L; Dick S; Fran & Alice L; Ralph & Betty K; Dave Kalwishky; Mark B; Ralph B.

Guest Paul Kimble was present who presented the program. He is with Wycliffe Bible translators in Brazil. He is a missionary pilot and mechanic with JARS.

The June meeting of BAPA was called to order by President Bill D.

The June minutes were presented and approved. Moved Fran, seconded Dino. Passed

Treasurer Report:
Income - 0 (dues)
Interest - .07
Expenses – zero
Balance on hand - $2,802.70
$120 of the balance on hand belongs to the Destination Iowa Flying Event (half goes to the winner and half goes to BAPA).
The finance report was approved.

Old Business:
1. Destination Iowa update. Mark has visited 59 airports to date.
2. Peg reported that Suzanne Richmond will be our October program. She teaches her aviation program every spring. Dave K. suggested that we combine this with the IA Aviation Promotion Group. They hold periodic IA Aviation Youth Camps. AOPA also has a youth program curriculum for such an event. It would also be nice if we could give airplane rides through the Young Eagles program. Dave left some printed information at the meeting regarding all these resources. There is a certificate that is available from the DOT of IA to show that the kids have gone through the program.
3. Dick reported on the patch order. He sent around a sample of the patch he ordered. Bill reported about vinyl stickers. A 4X6 inch sticker would be $5. They can be scaled to any size and the price would be accordingly.
4. We could use the vinyl sticker as a banner for BAPA when the next Farm Progress Show comes to Boone.
5. Two people (Jeff and ??) will be going to Decatur, Illinois to this year’s Farm Progress Show. They will be representing Boone there. They are looking for give a ways to promote Boone. They are short some funds to send the two people. It will cost about $900 to send the two. It is Sept. 1-3.

New Business:
1. Fran is taking names of people who would like to go to the Beads Lake Museum on August 16th at 2 PM (Saturday). Anyone who wishes to go needs to get their name in to Fran soon.
2. Fran reported a three day outing at the Alexis Inn Alexis Park Inn hotel at Iowa City near the end of August.
3. The week end of August 22, the Ankeny airport is holding a flight breakfast and the Ford Tri Motor airplane will be there.
4. Special mention was made about the Able Island airport pot luck fly in event. It is on the Mississippi river 2 miles north of Guttenburg on August 29th. The time is noon.
5. The August 18th meeting of BAPA will be a flying event. We will fly to Anita to eat at the restaurant there. Plans are to meet at Anita by 6PM in order for the return flight to be during daylight. Check with the Boone airport by 3 PM in case of bad weather. In case of bad weather, we will BBQ at BNW as usual on the 18th.
6. Future programs ideas are air to air photography and the new on line wings program.

Upcoming program schedule:
August – Ron Harland
September – Bob Baird
October – Peg.
November - open
December - Holiday party

Respectfully submitted.
Diane Harland

92 y/o Newsman & Aircraft Delivery

noreply@blogger.com (connie) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:47:00 +0000

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New Hours of Operation at CY Aviation

noreply@blogger.com (Connie) — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:58:00 +0000

CY Aviation has new hours of operation as follows:

Monday 09:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 09:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 09:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 09:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 08:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 08:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 08:00 AM - 5"00 PM

We may be closed when the weather is below IFR minimums (less than one mile visibility or a ceiling lower that 400 feet).

For services at other times, call Connie at (515) 795-2306.