May 2019 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport

BJ Teichman, Airport Coordinator - TOB Dave Ruckle, Pilot [email protected] [email protected]

Bloomsburg Flying Club Memberships available! www.flybloomsburg.com Contact: [email protected]

Bring a friend who is interested in joining the club!

Next Meetings: Sunday 19 May – 6:30 PM - N13 Conference Room

Flight Instructors:

▪ Phil Polstra – CFII (Parlor City Flying Club Member / Bloomsburg Flying Club) [email protected] (Independent) 563-552-7670 ▪ Rob Staib – CFII (Independent) [email protected] 570-850-5274 ▪ Hans Lawrence – CFII / MEI / RI (Independent) [email protected] 570-898-8868 ▪ Eric Cipcic, CFI (Independent)

▪ Kody Eyer, CFI (Independent) [email protected] 570-854-5325

N13 Fuel Prices: Currently $4.75/ Gallon, subject to change.

Hangar News N13: All hangars are full. – If you wish to be placed on the waiting list, contact [email protected].

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N13 Welcomes – “Mouse” and Captain Pelaggi A note of thanks from Jane, foster dog parent.

Thank you for all your help yesterday! Mouse has settled into his foster home in Danville with his foster siblings. His pilot Frank, on left, is a volunteer with Pilots and Paws. He flew from Allentown to Long Island to Bloomsburg back to Allentown to make it possible for Mouse to get from his surrendering family to his foster family here. Mouse is my 23rd foster dog from Australian Shepherds Furever. “Mouse” arrives at N13 in style in V-tail Beech Bonanza piloted by Airline Cpt. Pelaggi.

Mouse is only 9 months old. He was shipped from Colorado neutered at 10 weeks old and lived his entire 9 months of life in a one- bedroom high-rise apartment with 5 children and 1 adult. When I say entire, I mean he NEVER was outside. He is pee pad trained and last evening ventured out our back door into our fenced yard and RAN !!! He has a long road of building back physical and mental capacities, but he is quiet, kind, and easy to live with. On Left Foster Mom, Jane Graham, with Mouse. Jane thank you for sharing Mouse’s story with us! 3 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

N13 Welcomes, Taylor, Julia, and Steve.

Above, Left to right, Taylor, Julia, and Steve with “The Duke.” Julia and Taylor, are both CFI’s. Julia commented that she used to work “on the line” and has recently moved on to flight instructing. She and Taylor ferried Steve in to retrieve his plane from Columbia Aircraft Services, who provided maintenance on this beautifully restored to perfection Beechcraft Duke. Thank you for your business! We enjoyed meeting all of you!

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A Note of Thanks…………………..

Above Left to Right – Lisa, Jessica, Dr. Bolig, BJ, John Sibole, FSDO Program Mgr.

Jessica Robinson, second from left, guest speaker, at the recent GI-STEM program hosted by Bloomsburg University and coordinated by Dr. Kim Bolig, Director, Education Prep & Training Programs. Along to show our support, on far left, Lisa, Jessica’s sister, far right, John FAASTeam Program Mgr. Jessica Robinson shared her aviation journey with approximately 70 girls 2nd thru 8th grades. Jessica described her path from Aircraft and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic, Helicopter Pilot and Fixed Wing Pilot, Instructor, to Airline Transport Pilot in the Learjet 60 (ATP). Jessica flies for Venture Jets based in Lancaster. She is an accomplished professional pilot, wife, and mother of two daughters, and an amazing mentor and role model for young women interested in aviation. As Jessica put it “the sky is my office.” Oh, and something about why she likes the jets, “they go really, really fast.” Thank you, Jessica for volunteering your time and talent and traveling all the way from Lancaster to speak with these young women. I think we can all agree you touched their lives in a profound and positive way. The girls asked so many questions at the end and Jessica answered every one until we had to stop them so that they could go on to other sessions. It really showed how interested they were in what she does! 5 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

Remember when……

Flying in small airplanes can present all kinds of unique opportunities and experiences. And so, it was on August 6, 2008 when local radio personality, Joe Reilly, teamed up with Golden Aviation flight instructor, Dick Sharrow, to do what was the first and perhaps only broadcast from the air in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk. Here, in Joe’s own words, is an account of his experience.

ON AND IN THE AIR By Joe Reilly WHLM News

I have spent a career on-the-air, but “in-the-air & on the air” simultaneously was quite a different experience the morning of Wednesday, August 6th, 2008. An invitation was extended by Dave Ruckle and Golden Aviation pilot Dick Sharrow after I had mentioned “on-the-air” that the late Mayor of Bloomsburg, Chip Coffman and I were to take in the beauty of our area with a plane ride from the Bloomsburg Airport. Unfortunately, that never happened due to Chip’s passing. The beauty from above was incredible. The panoramic view was breath taking and not because I was hyperventilating with fear of being a thousand feet above Columbia and Montour Counties. Having this opportunity to broadcast on the air from in the air makes me understand why Chip wanted me to have this experience. Bloomsburg, PA boost of having the Bloomsburg Fair, Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, Bloomsburg University and a beautiful Norman Rockwell downtown. Let’s add to that list, the Bloomsburg Airport, rich in history and community potential.

On Left – WHLM’s Joe Reily, On Right – Dick Sharrow – Submitted by Dave Ruckle 6 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

This Month in Aviation History……

Let’s pick a day, just one day, in the month of May and over the years see what happened on that day in aviation history. The 26th is a good day…as good as the other 30 days in the month, right? In fact, it comes right after the 25th and just before the 27th. What do you know, it’s also Elmer Hossenfoose’s birthday!!! And, look, this year it falls on a Sunday. So, let’s look back over the past 100 or so years and see what made the history books in aviation history on May 26th. • In 1922 (USA)………..…Major Rory S. Geiger, USMC, flies from Quantico, Virginia, to Pensacola, Florida, 952 miles in 11 hours and 15 minutes.

• In 1923 (USA/Canada)…..Lieutenant H.G. Crocker lands at Gordon, Ontario, to complete a non-stop transcontinental south/north flight from Houston, Texas in 11 hours, 55 minutes. • In 1927 (USA)……………Outside loop demonstrated by Lt. James H Doolittle.

• In 1928 (USA)…………….Western Air Express starts daily passenger and express services between Los Angeles and San Francisco, 378 miles. • In 1942 (USA)……………The Northrop XP-61 “Black Widow” night fighter prototype flies for the first time. • In 1952 (USA)…………….The North American Aviation YF-100 “Super Sabre” exceeds Mach 1 on its initial flight. 7 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

• In 1970 (Russia)…………..The prototype Tupolev Tu-144 supersonic airliner reaches a speed of 1,335 mph, becoming the first commercial transport in the world to exceed Mach 2.

• And, finally, in 1972 (USA)……Cessna Aircraft Corporation announces completion of the company’s 100,000 aircraft, becoming the first company in the world to achieve such a production figure. Cessna 172 Skyhawk in production from 1956 – 1986. Cost in 1956 was $8,700 Skyhawk resumed production in 1998 to present. Present price in excess of 320,000.00 – To date, greater than 44,000 Skyhawks, the largest certified aircraft produced.

Above, Bloomsburg Flying Club’s 1998 – Cessna 172, 819CF. Pilots Dan Broadt (L), and son, Josh (Rt.) both earned their private pilot in 819CF. Dan went on to receive his Commercial and Instrument ratings and currently volunteers as an Angel Flight pilot. Thank you, Dan! - and - Thank you Dave for this month’s Aviation History! 8 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

OK, so those are important aviation milestones all achieved on May 26th. Let’s see if you know what happened on other days in May……..

1. On May 1, 1960, who was shot down over Russia by a surface-to-air missile? Why? What was he flying? And what was this pilot’s rank in the United State Air Force?

2. The German airship, Hindenburg, completed its first scheduled on May 9, 1936. Where did it land in the ?

3. Then on May 6th of what year did the Hindenburg explode and burn on landing approach and at what airport?

4. On May 16, 1929 at the very first Academy Awards Ceremonies in Los Angeles, , what motion picture won the Oscar for the Best Picture of 1927-28? This World War I flying epic is still considered a classic today!

5. On May 20, 1951, Captain James Jabara become the first…what?

6. The Wright brothers, remember them, did two things on May 25, 1910 that didn’t make as big a splash as their accomplishment of December 17, 1903. Both events were first times. If you get these two events, you’re entitled to an extra helping of “pats on the back.”

The answers to this Aviation History quiz can be found on page __11___.

Although it should be celebrated every month throughout the year, May is when we celebrate Mother’s Day. Reminder guys and gals…this year it is on Sunday, May 12th…don’t you dare forget!!! And, since “Women’s Day” has already occurred on March 8, 2019 (I bet that one got by you guys didn’t it?) we have to wait until March 8th, 2020 (mark your calendars guys) to celebrate it again. So, let’s recognize some lady aviators, whether they are mothers or not they are definitely women, for their achievements in aviation history in the month of May.

• May 1, 1942……Squadron No. 588 of the Soviet Union, an all-woman night- bombing unit equipped with Polikarpov Po-2 biplanes, is formed in the USSR.

• May 12, 1963……Jacqueline Cochran takes off from Edwards Air Force Base, California, to set a 100 km (62 mile) close-circuit world speed record for women of 1,203.7 mph in a Lockheed F-104 “Starfighter.” 9 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

• May 5, 1930……On right - The first solo flight from England to by a woman is made by British Amy Johnson in a De Havilland DH 60G “Moth.” She flies from Croydon, England, to Darwin, Australia in 19 days.

• May 7, 1936……On left - Amy Mollison lands at Wingfield Aerodrome, Cape Town, South Africa, to set a new record of 3 days, 6 hours, 26 minutes, for a flight from England.

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• May 8, 1935……On Far Right, Amelia Earhart makes first non-stop flight from Mexico City, Mexico, to Newark, New Jersey, in 14 hours, 19 minutes (Lockheed Vega, Pratt & Whitney Wasp engine).

• May 12, 1963…..American flyer Betty Miller lands in Brisbane, Australia, to complete the first transpacific flight by a woman; she left Oakland California on April 30…and one year later on…..

• May 12, 1964…..American flyer Joan Merriam Smith lands her Piper “Apache” to complete the second round-the-world flight by a woman, she took 56 days. Joan was also a test pilot / - no photo available. 10 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

• May 15, 1930…..The first airline stewardess is Ellen Church, a nurse who flies on the Boeing Air Transport flight between San Francisco, California and Cheyenne, Wyoming. Ellen Church

• May 18, 1953…..On Left: American Jacqueline Cochran becomes the first woman to fly faster than the speed of sound while flying a Canadian- built North American F-86 “Sabre.” On the same day, she sets a world speed record for women at 652 mph (1,049 km/h).

• May 20, 1932…..The first solo flight by a woman pilot across the Atlantic is made by Amelia Earhart. She flies from Harbor Grace, Newfoundland to Londonderry, Northern Ireland in a Lockheed “Vega” monoplane in 13 hours, 30 minutes. • May 27, 1924…..Adrienne Bolland wins the women’s record for looping from Laura Bromwell, performing the feat 212 times in 1 hour and 1 minute in her Caudron 127 in Paris, France. 11 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

Above Adrienne Bolland and her Caudron Answers to this month’s quiz are…….. 1. Flying a Lockheed U-2 reconnaissance aircraft, Colonel Gary Powers was shot down, captured and accused of spying by the Soviet Union. 2. Lakehurst, New Jersey 3. Lakehurst, New Jersey, 1937 4. “Wings”: directed by William A. Wellman and starring Clara Bow, Charles “Buddy” Rogers, Richard Arlen and Jobyna Ralston. 5. USAF Jet Ace Orville Wright takes his 82-year-old father for his first airplane ride. Also, on this day, Wilbur and Orville fly together for the only time in a six-and-one half minute flight at Simms Station, near Dayton, Ohio Submitted by Dave Ruckle

Recently Completed Event

Topic: CFI-DPE Forum Stabilized Approach & Go Around

On Right pilots engage in discussion following Dr. H. Paul Shuch’s presentation.

Thank you, Paul! 12 Bloomsburg Municipal Airport NEWSLETTER May 2019

On the Horizon / Save the Date(s):

Topic: Droning On: - Safe and Successful Operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Date: Tuesday, April 30th. Time: 1900 Hours Eastern Daylight Time Presenter: Dr. Paul Shuch, Lead FAASTeam Rep Use the following link to register: www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/event_details.aspx?eid=90739&caller=/SPANS/events/E ventList.aspx Brief Description: Just as the Air Age started in 1903, and the Space Age began in 1957, the year 2016 represented the beginning of the Drone Age, with release by the FAA of 14 CFR Part 107, containing new rules for drones sharing our airspace. Professor H. Paul Shuch, an FAA Safety Team Lead Representative, will discuss the latest rules and opportunities for Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

“Mouse” – Australian Shepherd on left with Jane’s daughter, Leah, is looking for a forever home. If interested, please contact Jane:

Jane Graham

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A Note of Thanks

Heartfelt thanks to Toni-Ann from Craft Catering LLC, formerly known as Lucy’s Catering, for the amazing food she and her staff provided for our award ceremony for Dr. Polstra. The food was enjoyed by all, and the service was exceptional! Thank you. The following menu is but a small example of her amazing culinary creations!

Chicken Salad in Phyllo Cups

Roast Beef with Caramelized Onions and Horseradish May on Crostini

Fried Ravioli with Marinara Dipping Sauce

Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

Roast beef, mushrooms, and ravioli featured below. Chicken cups on rt.

Above, Ricotta Cookies!

www.lucyskitchenandcatering.com/menus

2019 – COMING EVENTS: - See Page. 14 Community

Welcome FAA Safety Community National Night Out – Sponsored by Seminars Welcome Bloom Police Dept.

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2019 – COMING EVENTS: - Page. 14 Community

Welcome FAA Safety Community National Night Out – Sponsored by Seminars Welcome Bloom Police Dept.

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PLEASE SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES! – Join us for aviation education, safety, and fun!

Presenter/ Month Event Special Event Time Sponsor Award Presentation Phil Polstra CFII 6:00 PM 29 Mar FAA Safety Seminar Spatial Disorientation 6:15 PM John Sibole FAA Safety Seminar The Flight Review and H. Paul 18 April CFI / DPE Promoting Proficiency 6:30 PM Shuch UAS- Drones 7:00 – 9:00 H. Paul 30 April FAA Safety Seminar Rules/Regulations /Safety PM Shuch

18-May Quiet Birds Private Event All day QB’s The Pilot / Mechanic John Sibole 1 June FAA Safety Seminar Relationship 11:00 Dream Machine Community Welcome Car Show Dream 9 June 8:00 – 3:00 Machine Summer In Bloom – Games & Food 5:00 8:00 At the Airport Chinese Auction 8:00 9:00 Klinger 22 June Community Welcome Movie Outside 9:00 11:00 Foundation Air Defense in the Cold War John Sibole’s personal 3 Aug Community Welcome account as a Fighter Pilot 11:00 John Sibole National Night Out 6 - Aug Community Welcome Bloomsburg Police Dept. 6:00 PM Bloom PD Scouts Earn Merit Badges Boy Scouts / 14 Sept Community Day for All / Community Welcome 8:00 – 3:00 Bloom Flyer Bloom Flyers Annual Event Serving: Michael Bush – 10:30 Breakfast & Lunch Crossing Borders: Bloom 5 Oct Community Welcome North & South 8:00 – 2:00 Flyers

26 Oct FAA Safety Seminar Night Flying 6:00 PM John Sibole