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Eighty percent (80%) of annual dues is designated for your magazine subscriptions. The information presented in Piper Flyer is from many sources for this there can be no warranty or responsibil- ity by the publisher as to accuracy, originality or com- pleteness. The magazine is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering product endorsements or providing instruction as a substitute for appropriate training by qualified sources. Piper Flyer and Aviation Group Limited will not assume responsibility for any actions arising from any information published in Piper Flyer. We invite comments and welcome any re- port of inferior products obtained through our advertis- ing, so corrective action may be taken. PIPER FLYER >> 06 << MAY 2019 The View From Here piper flyer letters Jennifer Dellenbusch FLYING IN FOG The High and the Writey by Kevin Garrison, February 2019 Jen, When I read Kevin Garrison’s witty musings, it is with a smile on my face. His February column, however, reflected a more serious, altruistic side. Kudos to the astute aviator and author for proffering the perfect amalgam for earning an instrument rating. I especially loved the point he made referencing the cost of flight training, cars and braces for The 15th Annual the kids. From the first of the year until the end of August, time just flies by for me. There While I do not retain a lucid memory of are all those pesky tax, compliance and accounting duties to accomplish. More all the Detroit automobiles I have owned, I importantly, fly-ins and aviation events get into full swing. vividly recall each DPE I drew—all the way We started this year off with Copperstate Fly-in and Expo in February, followed up to CFII/MEI. And it all began with my by Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-in and Expo (just renamed Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace instrument ride. Expo) in April. By the time you read this, Kent will be heading up to Alaska for the Without a doubt, if I had not done Great Alaska Aviation Gathering. [instrument training], I would not have Amid all the traveling and exhibiting and aviation shows in the first half of the gained the confidence to pursue ad- year, we are also preparing for our own member event: The Gathering at Waupaca— vanced ratings. which requires a lot of planning and implementation. Hopefully Kevin’s comments will move This year we celebrate The Gathering’s (and Piper Flyer Association’s) 15th year. someone to cease procrastinating and be- With 60 “super-early-bird” attendees already signed up, this event promises to blow gan their instrument training—and in the the doors off previous years. process, open a world of new possibilities! The Gathering, held the weekend before AirVenture in Waupaca, Wisconsin, fea- And, I must add, Kevin was the em- tures good food, Piper-centric information and fun. bodiment of a perfect CFI: fair, firm and Seminar topics already lined up for this year include spark plug care and main- friendly! tenance, getting to TBO, understanding carburetors, technology in the cockpit and more. See our ad on Pages 46–47 for more information. Terry Hocking We are cooking up some special surprises for our 15th anniversary celebration. We Nashwauk, Minnesota hope you can join the Piper Flyer staff and fellow members at this year’s Gathering— you’ll be glad you did. Blue skies, STALKING THE WILY HERRING by Steve Ells, April 2019 Dear Editor, Last week I saw your magazine in my mechanic’s waiting area. I’m glad I picked it up, because the article about a herring P.S. If you can’t make it to the Gathering at Waupaca, but will be at AirVenture, combine in Alaska in the 1980s took me please stop by the PFA booth #3126 in Hangar C for some special member offers right back. and gifts. I, too, spent a brief time working the herring fisheries (on a boat, not in the air). Thanks to the author for a great story that brought back some long-forgotten memories. Jay Boxell Yakima, Washington SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS Send your letters to [email protected]. PIPER FLYER >> 08 << MAY 2019 2019 GET THE INSIDER INFORMATION YOU NEED TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR ENGINE. Superior Air Parts forums are free. The information is priceless. ALL FORUMS WILL BE HELD AT THE SUPERIOR AIR PARTS BOOTH #257 & #258 FIRST 400 FORUM ATTENDEES WILL RECEIVE A FREE COPY OF THE POPULAR, 114-PAGE BOOK ENGINE MANAGEMENT 101! 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