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Midland/Odessa, Texas - The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) today announced plans to establish the CAF National Airbase at a major metropolitan area and its intent to launch a nationwide search immediately.  The new facility, described by CAF officials as an "Airbase," will contain a year-round aviation attraction, house CAF Staff and support volunteer CAF members who will organize and execute an annual warbird air show/fly-in.  This new Airbase will also serve as a base of operations for some of the CAF's most significant flying vintage military aircraft. "The Commemorative Air Force's mission is Education - such that Americans will value and support the contributions of military aviation in assuring our nation's freedom.  But, in today's environment, we have to find new ways to educate and break away from traditional and increasingly outdated methods," said CAF President/CEO Stephan C. Brown. "The CAF plans to establish severa...

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Business Spotlight Mid Continent Aircraft Corporation By Ralph McCormick Where in the world is Hayti (pronounced Hay-Tie), Missouri?  If you get a map out and look to the lower southeast part of Missouri, commonly know as the “Boot Heel.”  Look real hard you will see the town of Hayti.  The small town is located in an agriculture area. One of America's longest operating successful aviation businesses flies out of Hayti.Mid-Continent Aircraft Corporation, which was started in 1949 by Dick Reade, continues to be owned and operated by him. Dick Reade graduated from Iowa State University.  He joined the Army Air Corp, during WW II, as a combat pilot in P-38's in the Pacific.  Reade was the first president of National Agriculture Aviation Association and now serves on the Board of Directors of the Mississippi Museum of Agriculture. He flies around 140 hours per year even with the responsibilities of managing ...

EAA Announces 2013 B-17 Spring-Summer Tour Schedule   Fly in Aluminum Overcast this year during the 2013 Experience History national tour. March 27, 2013 - EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast will return to the sky on April 25 at Zamperini Field in Torrance, California, kicking off the 2013 Experience History national tour. Torrance is first of more than 30 stops this year, following a long winter of maintenance work, repairs, and general TLC for the classic World War II bomber. The tour's spring leg includes nine stops in four states through June 9, at which time the aircraft visits Denver Centennial for a weeklong appearance hosted by the Wings Over the Rockies Museum. From there the airplane makes its way back east with eight stops until returning home for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh July 29-August 4. "For 20 years, EAA's national B-17 tour has been America's most popular way to learn about this unique aircraft in an up-clos...

CHECK FLIGHT SERVICE IF YOU ARE FLYING IN TEXAS TOMRROW. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Special Airspace Bulletin ------------------------------------------------------------------- FAA TO ESTABLISH TFR OVER DALLAS, TX  BEGINNING WEDNESDAY A NOTAM has been issued that will restrict flight in the area during President Obama's planned visit. ==> 30 NM RADIUS TFR <== Location: On the COWBOY VOR/DME (CVE) 096 degree radial at 4.8 nautical miles. From the surface up to but not including 18000 feet MSL EXCLUDING: ==> 3 NM RADIUS <== On the RANGER VORTAC (FUZ) 351 degree radial at 18.7 nautical miles. From the surface up to but not including 2000 feet MSL ==> 3 NM RADIUS <== On the RANGER VORTAC (FUZ) 240 degree radial at 10.1 nautical miles. From the surface up to but not including 2000 feet MSL Times: 6:00 PM local until 9:00 PM local Wednesday, Apri...

5/02 - WACO EAA CHAPTER 59 -LUNCH BUNCH EVERY THURSDAY, McGREGOR, TX Join us at the hangar every Thursday at 11:45 for our famous “Lunch Bunch” gathering. The menu varies from week to week, and good times and good company are guaranteed! at McGregor Executive Airport, 27474 W. Highway 84 McGregor, TX. -- KPWG 5/3 - 5/4- Abilene, TX. Big Country EAA 471 Fly-in Abilene Regional Airport. (ABI), Lots of flying, food fun! Arrive Friday for the Steakfest or come Saturday morning for The Big Breakfast. Get your experimental A/C prop balanced VFR transponder checked on-field while you wait. Plus, SARL sponsore, air race! 5/3 - 5/5 — Temple, TX. Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (KTPL). Central Texas Airshow. Get ready for 3 Days of fun and excitement for the entire family! This year’s airshow takes place from May 3rd through May 5th at the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport in Temple. With over 25,000 people s...

Hi folks! I think I have my computer up and running so here are some fun aviation events this weekend plus we have a new restaurant to try out, so let's get flying! 1. 4/18 - WACO EAA CHAPTER 59 -LUNCH BUNCH EVERY THURSDAY, McGREGOR, TX Join us at the hangar every Thursday at 11:45 for our famous “Lunch Bunch” gathering. The menu varies from week to week, and good times and good company are guaranteed! at McGregor Executive Airport, 27474 W. Highway 84 McGregor, TX. -- KPWG We now have self-serve in Waco, at Waco Flying Service.  Check Airnav for our 100LL and Jet-A prices, and we offer free overnight hangaring with top-offs.  Folks can learn more about us at http://www.fly254.com or at http://www.airnav.com/airport/KACT/WACO_FLYING_SVC.  We fly light GA airplanes, and so we cater to light GA airplanes! 2. 4/19 -  — Addison, TX. Cavanaugh Flight Museum Hosts Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit (Website). Cavanaugh Flight ...

April 20 - Cookson, OK – Tenkiller Airpark (44M) – 24th  Annual Wild Onions ‘N Eggs Fly-in Breakfast 7:30-10:30AM. Fuel available on the field (cash or check – no credit cards). This is a long running event; it attracts Warbirds classics, and just about any type aircraft that flies. The location is a grass strip in very good condition right on the shore of Tenkiller Lake. On field overnight camping is available. The food is always good and reasonably priced I have never gone away hungry. (The wild onions are optional.) People are friendly and fuel is low cost. -- Information: Phone 918-457-4774  email: veedster@aol.com April 20 - Searcy, AR – Searcy Municipal Airport (KSRC) 10:00 AM  Arkansas Wing of Angel Flight South Central in conjunction with the Little Rock FSDO office is sponsoring a Fly-IN and Wings Program safety seminar. BBQ Lunch catered by Rib Crib. Contact me for an event flyer. Rsvp to : rmust3@hotmail.co...

COME TO DURANT, OKLAHOMA, JUNE 6-9, 2013 IF YOU: Have a Competitive Spirit Want to test your plane and your pilot skills Want to compete for an International Championship Love to fly in a fun and safe environment Love to gather with your peers The count down has begun for the start of the First Annual International Air Meet-ChampionshipCross Country Air Races. Entry deadline is May 27, 2013. If you are an experienced racer or if you are ready to fly your first air race, the "Air Meet" is the place to be.  You will be part of an historic event marking the launch of the annual Meet for the Sport of Cross Country Air Racing! All propeller driven fixed wing aircraft may take part in the classed, timed competition.  All pilots are welcome. Flying is VFR and in strict adherence to all FAR's. It all happens at Durant, Oklahoma, Municipal Airport-Eaker Field.  The airport is ready to welcome all and boasts a new state of the...

Public advised to book early for rides on B-25 Mitchell Bomber HOT SPRINGS – The Commemorative Air Force Missouri Wing is now taking reservations for the flight of a lifetime:  the opportunity to ride in a fully-restored B-25 “Show Me” Mitchell Bomber and experience a bit of living history during Aerospace Day on Saturday, April 6 at Hot Springs Memorial Field. Aerospace Day offers information, displays and representatives from aerospace industries to discuss opportunities with those interested in aerospace careers. The CAF will bring the B-25, along with the TBM-3 Avenger Torpedo Bomber, for public display during the event.  Nicknamed the “Show Me,” the B-25 proved itself in World War II to be a formidable ground attack weapon in addition to its primary mission as bomber, over land or sea. During last year’s Aerospace Day, there were more “living history” ride requests than there was time to fly them.  In...