Hear Ye!

July, 2006
No. 470

FROM THE PRESIDENT
By Bob Sudermann

Despite all that wind, we had a great turnout, some good flying and a whole
lot of good food. I want to thank Vince Judd and all those who helped
setup, takedown, cook, run the impound, and bring all the supplies and food.
It takes a great deal of effort and coordination to get our Fun Flies to run
smoothly. Thanks go out to Price Stevenson for donating the sound
equipment. It made a great deal of difference being able to hear the
commentary all along the pit area. Also, special thanks to Warren Barrick
for doing a superb job as MC/Commentator. I know Warren really did not want
to spend the day on the mic but he is one of those members who are willing
to step up and help when needed.

With the wind we really did not do nearly as much flying this time, but it
did seem to die down quite a bit when Scott Schomacker was putting on his 3D
demonstrations. I have to tell myself the wind died down so I won't hate
that kid so much. It really is not fair how young people like Scott can be
so good in such a short amount of time. You don't have to tell me, I know
he practices a lot more than I do.

Oh, we also had a club meeting three days after the Fun Fly. Vince Judd
brought out one of his other hobbies for show and tell. He has built, with
the help of his wife and sons, a 1970 Cougar Drag Racer. It has been a
twenty-year project. They spend quite a few Friday nights at the Maplegrove
drag strip running the car, and you can tell by the way Vince talks he has
almost as much fun drag racing as he does flying model airplanes.

Next month, on July 11th we will be having the General Membership Meeting at
the Valley Forge National Park Welcome Center starting at 6:30. We will all
have a chance to meet the new Superintendent and view items currently stored
in the archives. The park will also be keeping the gift center open for us.
Family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Safety Topic:

In the operation of our radio control aircraft, routines performed over and
over again are a good thing. We should slow down and take the time to think
about what we are doing. Pre-flight Checks, Wing Bolts tight, Tether the
aircraft prior to starting the engine, Radio Range Check, Battery Test
between Each Flight. These are a few, and we all go through similar items
in different sequences. Slow Down and intentionally follow your routine.
Remember - Fly Safe and I'll see you at the Field.

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VFSS BOG MEETING
Submitted by Steve Kolet, Secretary

June 6, 2006

Members present: 14, president, secretary

Meeting opened at 6:30 PM PM by President Bob Sudermann

Old Business: Fun fly planning was completed.

New Business

1. Budget was reviewed by Treasurer Larry Scaggs. At this point, the club
is in good financial condition. Newsletter mailing costs have dropped after
review of the mailing list. We will continue to encourage members to get
the newsletter online. The newsletter will be offered in pdf format with
all photos, etc.

2. VFNHP Visitor Center may be issuing day passes. President Sudermann will
check on this.

3. The club has acquired several trainers which may be used for flight
training at the discretion of the chief flight instructor.

All business was concluded and the meeting adjourned at 6:50 PM.

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SECRETARY'S NOTES
by Steve Kolet

As I mentioned last month, we need nominees for the BOG election in the
fall. Now is the time to volunteer or talk to someone who you think would
do a good job. Please consider serving your club.

Student Update:

Congrats to the following who soloed!

Bob Hacker instructed by Bob Sudermann and Hani Zaki.

Bob Friedel instructed by Bob Sudermann and Steve Kolet.

Joe Marchesani instructed by Ed Moore and Steve Kolet.

John Coia instructed by Steve Kolet.

If I missed your solo, please let me know.

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CLUB CALENDAR

Tuesday, July 4 -
This would be the BOG Meeting - but considering it is also a National
Holiday we will not have a BOG meeting in July.

Tuesday, July 11 -
General Membership Meeting will be held at the VFNP Welcome Center, 6:30 PM.
Guest Speaker: Superintendent Mike Caldwell. We will get a tour of the
Vault (artifacts not on public display), and the Visitor Store will be open.

Tuesday, August 1 -
Board of Governors Meeting at the field starting at 6:30 PM.

Tuesday, August 8 -
General Membership Meeting - Starting 6:30 PM at the Field.

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LOST

Thunderpower 1320 mAh Lite lithium polymer battery with Dean's mini
connector attached.
If you have it, please call me at 610-630-4580. Thanks. Steve

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