‘Bob Says’ for January 2018

Gents:

2017 was another great year as we added several new members and activity in general was up at the lake from the previous year.   Our Monday flying sessions generally had 5 to 10+ members and were averaging 2 to 3 flying dates a month.   Let’s keep it going.

I would like to thank the membership in general for assisting in the setup & break down of the site perimeter.  This is greatly appreciated by the field safety and setup crew.  

Our web editor in chief Steve B. has improved the picture gallery and added a “FOR SALE BY MEMBERS” section to the site which can be found under the “Articles & Resources” menu option.   Please take a moment to visit the club web site at www.powayskimmers.org.

It was cool to see several scale and custom/unique aircraft at the lake last year and I hope this trend continues this year as well.   In keeping with this trend and with the help of some other members I’m hoping to complete a Klarich short kit of the 1954 Berkeley 114” wingspan Don McGovern Custom Privateer this year (with some modifications –  electric power, ailerons & removable landing gear).

   

I also have another jet based design in mind and would need some help on this project as well (but one thing at a time).  Yes, my big twin will make a third appearance at the lake (hopefully it’s the charm).    

I would like to pick a couple Mondays again this year where we can encourage are members (and guests) to bring out their boats for a grand review of the Skimmers fleet. 

We are looking into some improvements to pit area at the lake (shade, flat area) and will be discussing/working with city as to what might be possible.

As always by club policy free advise (usually good, on any topic) is available in the pit area without an appointment on a walk by or sit down basis.    

See you at the lake in 2018

Bob