The February Board of Directors meeting takes place on Wednesday February 1st. As usual, it will be at Pizza Roundup, 2270 Nicolaus Rd., Lincoln… dinner at 18:00, meeting at 18:30. All members are invited.
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FAA Issues New “BasicMed” Rule for GA Pilots
The FAA this week issued a final rule (BasicMed) that allows GA pilots to fly without holding an FAA medical certificate, as long as they meet certain requirements.
Until now, the FAA has required private, recreational, and student pilots, as well as flight instructors, to meet the requirements of and hold a third class medical certificate. They are required to complete an online application and undergo a physical examination with an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner.
Starting May 1, pilots may take advantage of the regulatory relief in the BasicMed rule or opt to continue to use their FAA medical certificate. Under BasicMed, a pilot will be required to complete a medical education course, undergo a medical examination every four years, and comply with aircraft and operating restrictions. For example, pilots using BasicMed cannot operate an aircraft with more than six people onboard, and the aircraft must not weigh more than 6,000 pounds. See the FAA’s BasicMed web page and AC 68-1 for more information.
First membership meeting of 2017 on Wednesday
Make a note to join your friends of Chapter 1541 at Cattlemens Restaurant, 2000 Taylor Road, Roseville on Wednesday the 18th. Dinner starts at 18:30 and the meeting start at 19:00. This month’s presentation will be given by Marty Maisel on Billy Mitchell, the visionary aviator.
Nontowered Case Studies – What Went Wrong?
“Nontowered Case Studies – What Went Wrong?”
Topic: Nontowered Case Studies – What Went Wrong?
Tuesday, January 10, 2017, starting at 19:00 Pacific Standard Time
Location:
Doubletree by Hilton Sacramento
2001 Point West Way
Sacramento, CA 95815
Select Number:
NR0372470
Description:
Flying at nontowered fields is a balancing act. Especially on busy days, it demands concentration, communication, sharp eyes, solid stick-and-rudder skills, and the ability to improvise at a moment’s notice. Sometimes the margin for error can be very slim.
With that in mind, ASI’s new seminar turns a spotlight on real-life accidents in the nontowered environment. Together with our expert presenters, you’ll play the role of accident investigator—starting at the crash scene and working backwards through physical evidence, eyewitness testimony, and other leads to figure out what went wrong, and why.
To view further details for this seminar, click here.
January Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday
The first Board of Directors meeting of the new year takes place on Wednesday January 4th. As usual, it will be at Pizza Roundup, 2270 Nicolaus Rd., Lincoln… dinner at 18:00, meeting at 18:30. All members are invited.
Membership dues… due.
Chapter dues of $20 (per calendar year) are now due for 2017. Members can pay using PayPal, with check or with cash. Dues are tax deductible since we are a 501[c]3. See Jim Hughes to pay your dues.
ACS and you
“ACS and you”
Topic: The ACS and you
On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 10:00 Pacific Standard Time
Location:
EAA Qhut, West Side of Benton airport
3025 South Street
Quonset Hut
Redding, CA 96001
Select Number:
WP2572544
Description:
Mr. Henry Roberson a long time DPE (Designated Pilot Examiner) will discuss and present a forum on the preparation to take the practical exam for Private Pilot (and other ratings) utilizing the new ACS (Airmen Certification Standards) protocols.
To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here.
Ford Tri-Motor (The Tin Goose)
“Ford Tri-Motor (The Tin Goose)”
Topic: The Ford Tri-Motor, built by Stout Metal Airplane Company, a division of Ford Motor Company.
On Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 14:00 Pacific Standard Time
Location:
Yuba County Airport / Olivehurst, CA
1364 Sky Harbor Drive
Honeycutt Aviation Ramp
Olivehurst, CA 95961
Select Number:
WP2573100
Description:
The Ford Tri-Motor (5-AT-B “The Tin Goose”) is a historic aircraft that will be present at Yuba County Airport January 5 – 8, 2017 for viewing. Visit this amazing event and see the aircraft safety features and crew coordination that was incorporated into this first mass produced airliner in the U.S.
Les Sanders and other professional aviation individuals will be present to answer questions and discuss the many safety features that was built into this very early airliner at a time when air travel was considered a luxury. (First production 1925)
** Rides will be offered on this historic aircraft for a nominal fee.
To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here.
DART Awareness & Safety Meeting Announced
The Lincoln Regional Aviation Association (LRAA) is forming a Disaster Airlift Response Team (DART) at Lincoln Regional Airport. The LRAA is proud to join the growing network of CalPilots and EAA Chapters across the state of California who are forming DART operations as a prime mission of their organizations.
The LRAA will be hosting a DART Safety and awareness meeting Saturday March 25, 10:30, at the Lincoln Airport. The focus of the meeting is to introduce DART, its mission, and general operating guidelines. Everyone is invited to participate. This will be a great opportunity to learn about DART, and enjoy a complimentary lunch!
They invite our participation, and look forward to seeing us there