Monday June 6th at 7:30pm general meeting and guest speaker at Hangar 41 @ Brampton Flying Club.
Guest speaker will be Paul Hayes, COPA National, Secretary, Southern Ontario Director.
Everyone is welcome to attend RAA-TR meetings. You do not have to be a member to sit in, listen and enjoy yourlelf.
Jun 4, 2011
Apr 26, 2011
Guy Doherty Seminar
Guy Doherty Aircraft Maintenance
11th ANNUAL
end of
SERVICE SEMINAR
everyone is welcome to attend!
»» Wednesday, April 27, 2011 ««
CYOS terminal building
1300 hrs - 1700 hrs
http://www.guysaircraft.com/2011_seminar.html
11th ANNUAL
end of
SERVICE SEMINAR everyone is welcome to attend!
»» Wednesday, April 27, 2011 ««
CYOS terminal building
1300 hrs - 1700 hrs
http://www.guysaircraft.com/2011_seminar.html
UNDER THE NET
| By Ed Pollard and Warren Holmgreen Jr |
| During WW II Lockheed (unbelievable 1940s pictures). This is a version of special effects during the 1940's. I have never seen these pictures or knew that we had gone this far to protect ourselves. During World War II the Army Corps of Engineers needed to hide the Lockheed Burbank Aircraft Plant to protect it from a possible Japanese air attack. They covered it with camouflage netting to make it look like a rural subdivision from the air. |
http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2011/167-eFLYER-FA01-net.html
Oct 5, 2010
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO HANGAR OWNERS
Brampton Airport Runway & Taxiway Rehabilitation
The taxiways in the hangar community, east of Kilo are going to be pulverized today and Wednesday, October 6. They will be completed by Friday October 8.
If you need to get your airplane out of your hangar over the next few days, please make arrangements with Luke today to tie-down your aircraft south of the hangars or there is some space available in hangar 3. We would be happy to assist you in any way we can.
You can reach Luke at 416-859-5853, luke@bramfly.com or call 905-838-1400 Ext. 0 and have him paged.
If you need to get your airplane out of your hangar over the next few days, please make arrangements with Luke today to tie-down your aircraft south of the hangars or there is some space available in hangar 3. We would be happy to assist you in any way we can.
You can reach Luke at 416-859-5853, luke@bramfly.com or call 905-838-1400 Ext. 0 and have him paged.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Jun 15, 2010
Father's Day Fly-in Breakfast
Sunday June 20th, RAA Toronto is having Father's Day Fly-in Breakfast that hangar 41. Bring dad to the airport for some food.
May 24, 2010
May 13, 2010
BOD Meeting
The RAA-TR BOD met last night. We covered 16 items of importance to the chapter and did not have a single fist-fight while doing it. Either we're all in agreement or are too afraid to say no to new proposals. I can tell you that the board is a great group of guys dedicated to seeing the RAA-TR and RAA National grow and thrive. The most exciting news from last night meeting was the next step towards having Wi-Fi at the north end of the airport. A long overdue modern day convenience. Another great news for the chapter is the summer classic at the north end the "Monday Night BBQ's" will continue for years to come.
Don't forget this Saturday evening is our Chili Bash at the hangar, bring your appetite and enjoy an evening with friends.
Peter
Don't forget this Saturday evening is our Chili Bash at the hangar, bring your appetite and enjoy an evening with friends.
Peter
Apr 28, 2010
18th annual Canadian Aviation Expo
April 27, 2010, Hamilton – The 18th annual Canadian Aviation Expo presents pilots and aviation enthusiasts with a complete lineup of new exciting aircraft, aviation accessories, education and flying experiences……all at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum.
canavexpo
With over 200 aviation exhibits and 100’s of aircraft…. attendees will be Flying High at this years show.
Combine this with Canada’s largest collection of Flying Vintage Aircraft, Canadian Forces Aircraft including the CF-18 fighter jet, attendees will experience Canada’s largest display of military, general aviation, business and historic aircraft, all in one location.
The Canadian Aviation Expo will be presenting several aviation seminars each day of the show and will be featuring Dr. Dave Williams, retired Canadian Astronaut who will fascinate his audience with tales of his flights and walks in space.
There will be lots for the kids to see and do at the flight education feature, The Magic of Flight.
Check out the AVRO CF- 105 Arrow display featuring a large scale model and actual pieces, including the engine, which survived the destruction of all the ARROW’S in 1959.
Experience flying first hand while at the show in one of the Museum’s Vintage Aircraft, a Helicopter or one of the many Fixed Wing Aircraft available to get your feet up off the ground and send you soaring on high.
Hours: 9-5p.m. daily
Admissions: Adult…$15, Seniors…$12, Youth (6-17)…$12…Children under 5…Free and the one admission price gets you into the Expo and the Museum
Contact:
Steve Nichols, nicholssw@rogers.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for media information and to arrange media flights.
www.canadianaviationexpo.com
http://www.wingsmagazine.com
canavexpo
With over 200 aviation exhibits and 100’s of aircraft…. attendees will be Flying High at this years show.
Combine this with Canada’s largest collection of Flying Vintage Aircraft, Canadian Forces Aircraft including the CF-18 fighter jet, attendees will experience Canada’s largest display of military, general aviation, business and historic aircraft, all in one location.
The Canadian Aviation Expo will be presenting several aviation seminars each day of the show and will be featuring Dr. Dave Williams, retired Canadian Astronaut who will fascinate his audience with tales of his flights and walks in space.
There will be lots for the kids to see and do at the flight education feature, The Magic of Flight.
Check out the AVRO CF- 105 Arrow display featuring a large scale model and actual pieces, including the engine, which survived the destruction of all the ARROW’S in 1959.
Experience flying first hand while at the show in one of the Museum’s Vintage Aircraft, a Helicopter or one of the many Fixed Wing Aircraft available to get your feet up off the ground and send you soaring on high.
Hours: 9-5p.m. daily
Admissions: Adult…$15, Seniors…$12, Youth (6-17)…$12…Children under 5…Free and the one admission price gets you into the Expo and the Museum
Contact:
Steve Nichols, nicholssw@rogers.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for media information and to arrange media flights.
www.canadianaviationexpo.com
http://www.wingsmagazine.com
Apr 27, 2010
BiPlane Fly In
By Dr Buck Willis , Contributing Editor, Texas
Glenn Watson, Contributing Photographer, Georgetown TX
I wanted to give you all news about our successful BiPlane FlyIn last weekend in San Marcos TX. 33 planes flew in ranging from a 1920s Great lakes to an Antanov AN-2.
We held competitions for various categories with the owners winning special awards.
http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/115-eFLYER-FA01-BiPlane.html
Glenn Watson, Contributing Photographer, Georgetown TX
I wanted to give you all news about our successful BiPlane FlyIn last weekend in San Marcos TX. 33 planes flew in ranging from a 1920s Great lakes to an Antanov AN-2.
We held competitions for various categories with the owners winning special awards.
http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/115-eFLYER-FA01-BiPlane.html
Apr 23, 2010
First Canadian EAA Convention Coming This Fall
By Jack Dueck, Editor
Canadian EAA members will finally realize an opportunity for the world’s largest recreational flying organization to spread its wings north into Canada. From September 17 through 19, EAA members will be hosting their first Canadian EAA convention. It will be held in conjunction with the Vintage Wings’ “Victoria Cross” air show in Gatineau, P.Q., just 15 minutes northeast of Ottawa.
Vintage Wings of Canada is perhaps Canada’s most prestigious aviation museum of historically significant airworthy aircraft. It was founded by former Cognos CEO and philanthropist Michael Potter, and is open to the public free of charge, Monday to Saturday (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; advance notice is requested so that a hangar tour can be set up). Most of its aircraft are in flying condition, and the list of historic aircraft is most impressive.
Full story: http://www.eaa.org/bitsandpieces/articles/2010-04_convention.asp
Canadian EAA members will finally realize an opportunity for the world’s largest recreational flying organization to spread its wings north into Canada. From September 17 through 19, EAA members will be hosting their first Canadian EAA convention. It will be held in conjunction with the Vintage Wings’ “Victoria Cross” air show in Gatineau, P.Q., just 15 minutes northeast of Ottawa.
Vintage Wings of Canada is perhaps Canada’s most prestigious aviation museum of historically significant airworthy aircraft. It was founded by former Cognos CEO and philanthropist Michael Potter, and is open to the public free of charge, Monday to Saturday (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; advance notice is requested so that a hangar tour can be set up). Most of its aircraft are in flying condition, and the list of historic aircraft is most impressive.
Full story: http://www.eaa.org/bitsandpieces/articles/2010-04_convention.asp
Apr 14, 2010
Wednesday fly-out
Wow what a day!!! We had 13 chapter members in 10 airplanes fly-out to Brantford for lunch today! Weather was great for April, bumpy but expected, with light winds and superb visibility and about +15C. Let's do it again!!!
Apr 4, 2010
Monday Night Meeting guest speaker
Monday night meeting guest speaker: Chapter member Fred G. will lead us through the aviation safety newsletter recurrency review and distribute stickers.
Apr 2, 2010
Aug. 14, 1901: Before the Wright Bros., There Was Gustave
By Tony Long 08.14.07
1901: Gustave Whitehead purportedly travels a mile-and-a-half in the air aboard his birdlike monoplane. If he did, that means he flew nearly two-and-a-half years before the Wright Brothers' celebrated flight at Kitty Hawk.
There is evidence that several aviators on both sides of the Atlantic preceded Orville and Wilbur Wright into manned, heavier-than-air flight, although Whitehead's claim appears to be the best documented.
Read More http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2007/08/dayintech_0814#ixzz0jwAeaH6V
1901: Gustave Whitehead purportedly travels a mile-and-a-half in the air aboard his birdlike monoplane. If he did, that means he flew nearly two-and-a-half years before the Wright Brothers' celebrated flight at Kitty Hawk.
There is evidence that several aviators on both sides of the Atlantic preceded Orville and Wilbur Wright into manned, heavier-than-air flight, although Whitehead's claim appears to be the best documented.
Read More http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2007/08/dayintech_0814#ixzz0jwAeaH6V
Mar 31, 2010
REALLY?!
By David Rose
You may have seen the story about how the Monopoly board game played a major role in the escapes of allied POW’s from German prison camps during the Second World War. The story goes that the British Secret Service, MI-5, went to Waddington’s, the company who marketed the Monopoly game in England, and developed a ‘special’ version of the game to be distributed by the International Red Cross to POW’s in Europe.
http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/111-eFLYER-FA01-Really.html
You may have seen the story about how the Monopoly board game played a major role in the escapes of allied POW’s from German prison camps during the Second World War. The story goes that the British Secret Service, MI-5, went to Waddington’s, the company who marketed the Monopoly game in England, and developed a ‘special’ version of the game to be distributed by the International Red Cross to POW’s in Europe.
http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/111-eFLYER-FA01-Really.html
Mar 29, 2010
Air regulations - AIR - 4.0 MISCELLANEOUS
4.5 Collision Avoidance – Use of Landing Lights
Several operators have for some time been using a landing light(s) when flying at the lower altitudes and within terminal areas, both during daylight hours and at night. Pilots have confirmed that the use of the landing light(s) greatly enhances the probability of the aircraft being seen. An important side benefit for improved safety is that birds seem to see aircraft showing lights in time to take avoidance action. Therefore, it is recommended that all aircraft show a landing light(s) during the takeoff and landing phases and when flying below 2000 feet AGL within terminal areas and aerodrome
traffic zones.
Several operators have for some time been using a landing light(s) when flying at the lower altitudes and within terminal areas, both during daylight hours and at night. Pilots have confirmed that the use of the landing light(s) greatly enhances the probability of the aircraft being seen. An important side benefit for improved safety is that birds seem to see aircraft showing lights in time to take avoidance action. Therefore, it is recommended that all aircraft show a landing light(s) during the takeoff and landing phases and when flying below 2000 feet AGL within terminal areas and aerodrome
traffic zones.
Mar 23, 2010
Lifelong plane passion set to land
Lifelong plane passion set to land
MAGNIFICENT MAN AND HIS FLYING MACHINES
MAGNIFICENT MAN AND HIS FLYING MACHINES
By DEBORA VAN BRENK, The London Free Press
Last Updated: March 23, 2010 12:02am
HORNDALE -- The flying bug bit Bill Rice early, and has been nibbling at him now for most of eight decades.
"I was four-and-a-half when I had my first airplane ride, sitting on my mother's lap in a Gypsy Tiger Moth. I knew, from then on, that's what I wanted to do."
Now a few weeks shy of his 80th birthday, Rice is a bit of a legend among the tight-knit group of home-built fliers in the Recreational Aircraft Association of Canada. "First and foremost, he's a true gentleman in every sense of the word," says Tom Martin, a director of the association. "There really isn't anybody quite like Bill."
Rice flew for 53 years, earning his pilot's licence at age 22 and soon after that began building his first monoplane.
Full story: http://www.lfpress.com/news/london/2010/03/22/13323836.html#/news/london/2010/03/22/pf-13323836.html
Mar 22, 2010
Air regulations - AIR - 4.0 MISCELLANEOUS
4.2 Conduct of Experimental Test Flights
The C of A requires that aircraft be maintained and operated in accordance with the Aircraft Type Approval, Weight and Balance Report and Aircraft Flight Manual. If, for test demonstration or experimentation, an aircraft is to be flown outside of the approved Aircraft Flight Manual envelope, with unapproved equipment installed, with equipment intentionally disabled, or with inoperative equipment not covered by an approved Minimum Equipment List or maintenance deferral action, the C of A will be invalid. In these cases, flights may only be authorized through a Flight Permit issued by TC.
It must be emphasized that experimentation beyond the limitations imposed by the aircraft certification documentation (Type Approval, C of A, Aircraft Flight Manual, Minimum Equipment List) may be hazardous as it can reduce the safety margins designed into the aircraft and, thus, jeopardize the safety of the crew. Consequently, experimental or developmental flight testing should normally be conducted only under controlled conditions by specifically qualified aircrew after adequate engineering analysis and planning have taken place.
Before a test flight, the determinations of the conditions and limits of testing, normal and emergency procedures specific to the test, and expected aircraft handling characteristics are essential if risks are to be minimized. If companies or individuals wish to conduct a flight test program, they should apply for a Flight Permit and consult with the aircraft manufacturer and TC, who can help them to assess the risks and their capability to conduct the tests safely.
Careful planning, covering all foreseeable exigencies, is critical to safe testing.
The C of A requires that aircraft be maintained and operated in accordance with the Aircraft Type Approval, Weight and Balance Report and Aircraft Flight Manual. If, for test demonstration or experimentation, an aircraft is to be flown outside of the approved Aircraft Flight Manual envelope, with unapproved equipment installed, with equipment intentionally disabled, or with inoperative equipment not covered by an approved Minimum Equipment List or maintenance deferral action, the C of A will be invalid. In these cases, flights may only be authorized through a Flight Permit issued by TC.
It must be emphasized that experimentation beyond the limitations imposed by the aircraft certification documentation (Type Approval, C of A, Aircraft Flight Manual, Minimum Equipment List) may be hazardous as it can reduce the safety margins designed into the aircraft and, thus, jeopardize the safety of the crew. Consequently, experimental or developmental flight testing should normally be conducted only under controlled conditions by specifically qualified aircrew after adequate engineering analysis and planning have taken place.
Before a test flight, the determinations of the conditions and limits of testing, normal and emergency procedures specific to the test, and expected aircraft handling characteristics are essential if risks are to be minimized. If companies or individuals wish to conduct a flight test program, they should apply for a Flight Permit and consult with the aircraft manufacturer and TC, who can help them to assess the risks and their capability to conduct the tests safely.
Careful planning, covering all foreseeable exigencies, is critical to safe testing.
Mar 16, 2010
Satisfaction
By David Rose, Contributing Editor San Diego, California
They were once more than 1,100. Now fewer than 300 are scattered across the nation, most of them younger than their years; articulate and witty, proud of their contribution and quick to remember the adventure. Gracious to a fault, grateful to the nation, as inspiring as ever, they accepted their honor. The Congressional Gold Medal was awarded to them one and all.
rest of the story: http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/109-eFLYER-FA01-Satisfaction.html
They were once more than 1,100. Now fewer than 300 are scattered across the nation, most of them younger than their years; articulate and witty, proud of their contribution and quick to remember the adventure. Gracious to a fault, grateful to the nation, as inspiring as ever, they accepted their honor. The Congressional Gold Medal was awarded to them one and all.
rest of the story: http://www.barnstormers.com/eFLYER/2010/109-eFLYER-FA01-Satisfaction.html
Mar 15, 2010
Air regulation - AIR - 2.0 FLIGHT OPERATIONS
2.12.5 Use of Seaplanes on Snow Surfaces
The operation of float-equipped aircraft or flying boats from snow covered surfaces will be permitted by Transport Canada under the following conditions:
(a) the pilot and operator will be held responsible for confining all flights to those snow conditions found to be satisfactory as a result of previous tests or experimental flights in that type of aircraft;
(b) passengers should not be carried; and
(c) a thorough inspection of the float or hull bottom, all struts and fittings, all wing fittings, bracing, wing tip floats and fittings should be carried out after every flight to ensure that the aircraft is airworthy.
Seaplanes should not be landing on, or taking off from, snow surfaces except under conditions of deep firm snow, which should not be drifted or heavily crusted.
Flights should not be attempted if there is any adhesion of ice or snow to the under surface of the float or hull. When landing or forced landing a ski or float equipped aeroplane on unbroken snow surfaces, the procedure in AIR 2.11.4 is recommended.
The operation of float-equipped aircraft or flying boats from snow covered surfaces will be permitted by Transport Canada under the following conditions:
(a) the pilot and operator will be held responsible for confining all flights to those snow conditions found to be satisfactory as a result of previous tests or experimental flights in that type of aircraft;
(b) passengers should not be carried; and
(c) a thorough inspection of the float or hull bottom, all struts and fittings, all wing fittings, bracing, wing tip floats and fittings should be carried out after every flight to ensure that the aircraft is airworthy.
Seaplanes should not be landing on, or taking off from, snow surfaces except under conditions of deep firm snow, which should not be drifted or heavily crusted.
Flights should not be attempted if there is any adhesion of ice or snow to the under surface of the float or hull. When landing or forced landing a ski or float equipped aeroplane on unbroken snow surfaces, the procedure in AIR 2.11.4 is recommended.
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