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Plane Paper November 2021

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Hi

We enjoyed an interesting talk last month from Peter Ingman, an aviation historian who has written several books. His talk was based on his latest release, “A History of RAAF Bases in SA”.

Aside from making use of existing airfields like Parafield, the RAAF established large training bases at Mallala, Pt Pirie and Mt Gambier in support of the Empire Training Scheme, to supply aircrew for the Allied War effort.
Mallala had up to 140 aircraft and 2000 personnel based there. In addition, an airfield was built at Gawler with the first concrete and bitumen runways in SA. These runways were suitable for heavy bombers such as the B-24.

75 years later we still enjoy the RAAF’s legacy as all these airfields remain in use by other aviators.
2 weeks ago a mixed group of aviators responded to an invite from Kevin Treager to visit his airfield at Lameroo. A sunny but rather breezy day, there were 14 visiting aircraft and about 3 dozen people present. They came from far and wide. I spoke to people who had come from Murray Bridge, Goolwa, Strathalbyn, Aldinga, Gawler and Waikerie.

After enjoying a BBQ lunch, Kevin showed us around his aircraft and gyrocopter collection, housed in 4 different hangars. There were at least a dozen aircraft and 10 or so gyrocopters. A lot of them Kevin has purchased cheaply due to damage or not working properly and restored them to flying condition. One must wonder where he finds the time to run a farm, fix aircraft AND manage to fly them! Quite a testament to the man’s abilities. You will find photos on the club website.

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Last weekend the Antique Aircraft Association held an event at Clare Valley.

It wasn’t the large scale event of previous years as no interstate visitors were able to make it.

Nonetheless, there were some 40 aircraft present on the Saturday of which about a dozen were in the antique category (as were their pilots).
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The airfield was active all weekend with numerous local flights and formation flights being conducted. Simon Hackett arrived in his new PC-12. Same registration and same paint scheme as his previous PC-12, but a new aircraft as identified by its five bladed propeller.
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There was a great BBQ lunch put on by hosts, the Clare Valley Aero Club. Their club has moved from strength to strength. They now have a fully paved 1200m main runway, their own hangar, their own training aircraft and a fantastic club house. They even have 2 courtesy cars available for visiting pilots. This makes it much easier to get around if you are planning to fly in for a visit.
Please be reminded that our next meeting November 24th is the Christmas Party and awards night.

Ticket sales have been slow so far, but I encourage you not to delay as cut-off for final numbers is November 17th. Payment needs to be made in advance at $60 per head for a 3 course Christmas Themed menu.

An EFT payment to the club bank account is the preferred method but please remember to include your name as a reference. Details below. Tickets can be collected on the night and these are individually numbered so you will be automatically entered in the draw for raffle prizes at the end of the evening. There will also be a fun quiz and it won’t be all aircraft questions. You will also be able to try out your building and flying skills with a paper aeroplane contest. It is sure to be a fun evening, so I encourage all members and partners to try and get there.

The final club event for 2021 will be another BBQ at Murray Bridge airfield on December 12th. As always, it will be a flyin or drive in event with donations for lunch going to RFDS, our club charity. There will be a clipboard circulated at the Christmas dinner to confirm numbers attending.

Blue skies,
Steve

Flying the aeroplane is more important than radioing your plight to the person on the ground incapable of understanding it.

Next Meeting

Christmas Dinner

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18:30-22:30 - 24 November 2021

Westies Bar and Bistro, 57 Milner Road, Richmond

We are using the large room which has space for 100 (under current rules).

$60 Ticket includes not only dinner and the possibility of fabulous prizes but also an Audio Visual extravaganza of the years events, awards and more.


Menu

Entrée
Duck spring rolls served with Asian salad and plum dressing
Main (alternate drop)
Roast turkey breast served with chat potatoes, green beans, gravy and a cranberry sauce
Grilled lamb rump served with mashed potatoes, sauteed spinach and red wine jus
Dessert
Christmas pudding served with custard and ice cream
Barista made Coffee and Tea from the bar

Future Meeting Speakers

12 December - Christmas BBQ

January - No Meeting

9 February - Helen Trenery QF Project Sunrise.

Coming Activities and Events

Please check the Calendar for all events

Please confirm details with organisers for any event listed below.

24 November - SAC Christmas Dinner

12 December - SAC BBQ YMBD Fundraiser for RFDS.

SACSA Scholarship Scheme

  • All applicants must commit to 2 years full membership of the club.
  • Applicants must apply to the Club council in writing outlining reasons for the application.
  • Up to $2000 annually available to be used for up to 2 successful applicants. $1000 each.
  • Successful applicants must remain an SACSA member while the scholarship is used.
  • Intended to help cover costs in renewing or obtaining a GA RPL or RAAUS RPC.
  • Available for flying training costs only.
  • Scholarship will be paid out upon presentation of invoices for training until funds are exhausted.
  • One scholarship only per member.
  • Council decision as to who is successful remains final but does not preclude a reapplication.
For more details or to submit your application - Click here to email Chris Moore

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Geoff's Unofficial List

A list of Regular Events and SA Club and Flying School Contacts

Please send any updates, errors or new submission to

The Editor - Plane Paper

Regular Events

  • Adelaide Recreational Aviation Group meets first Tuesday of the month held at the Hampstead hotel, with a table having been booked in the name of The Aviators. Casual gathering beforehand may not be available, so anticipate going directly to the table for pre-dinner drinks 6.30 ish. Expect that self-servicing may not be available for anything, ( which has certainly seen the end of smorgasbord!). Suggest dinner following, 7pm onwards as convenient. Cheers, Alan ODonnell 0419 286 905
  • Aeroscene Our monthly dinner is now every 2nd Tuesday 6:30pm at Roulettes Tavern, Kings Road, Parafield. The plan is to meet for an informal get together for a dinner and general hangar chat.Email Gary Williams Chief Executive Officer P: (08) 83 600 200 F: (08) 8367 9777 M: 0413 744 200 http://www.assuredhomeloans.com.au.
  • Clare Valley Flying Club Fly-in & BBQ second Sunday of the month. All Welcome. Contact Dave Wilson via our website (Info courtesy of ABC 891 Ashley Walsh) or Tony Smith 0407 718 045 Click here to Send Email
  • Come to Carrieton. Good Strip Mown Grass 2 North of Town on east side of sealed Hawker Road. 34/16 1200 x 90m. Elev 1500ft. No Fuel. Closed when wet (X). Accommodation (08) 8658 9090. Cords. 32.24.33S 138.31.17E Contact Ian 0435 511 790 Free trans to town usually avail. Flinders Ranges Annual Fly-in Held Oct.
  • Loxton Flying Club BBQ. Second Sunday of the month. Time – arrive any time after 1100 hrs for a coffee. BBQ on at 1200, eat around 1230 hrs. Cost - $10 (drinks extra) Contacts - Ideally we would like to know numbers for catering, however, we welcome last minute ‘drop ins’! Phone or email Dave Pocock (Pres.) 0428473455. or Rohan Scarfe (Secretary) 0412711871
  • Maitland Aero Club BBQ first Sunday of every month. All Welcome. Facebook, Email
  • Murray Bridge Airfield: 1st Saturday of the Month. Monthly BBQ.
  • Murray Bridge Light Aircraft, Hangar 2, hold a BBQ lunch (Informal) at 12 noon. (Weather permitting). Contribution $5 ea. inc can of soft drink, tea or coffee. All are welcome to come and join in.
  • Naracoorte Aero Club has a BBQ each Saturday. All Welcome.
  • Pt Augusta: Flying Club at Stirling North. BBQ Lunch every Saturday. Club has 3 Savanahs, 2 Jabirus, Chinook, Thruster, Lightwing, VP1, FP303 and C180 Everyone Welcome Anytime.
  • Renmark Airfield RIVERLAND SPORT AVIATION Third Sunday of the month - BBQ Breakfast 8.00am for 8.30am start at the Clubrooms. $5.00 will get you sausages, bacon, eggs, coffee etc.ON AIRPORT AIRCONDITIONED ACCOMMODATION for up to 4 people. (includes modern kitchen and courtesy car). Fly in and stay with us while you explore the Riverland in our Club car. Click to go to our Website Contacts: Peter on 0428 828 235 and Scott on 0417 890 215

SA Club and Flying School Contacts

  • Adelaide Airsports - Website
  • Adelaide Biplanes Aldinga Website - 0410 890 595, 8556 5404
  • Adelaide Recreational Aviation Group - Allan 0419 286 905
  • Adelaide Soaring ClubWebsite Peter - 8522 1877, Karl – 8248 1147, 0414 701 019
  • AeroScene Flying Group. Gary Williams P: (08) 83 600 200 F: (08) 8367 9777 M: 0413 744 200 .Email Gary Williams
  • Aldinga Aero Club - Website Contact Evan 8326 0609 or 0408 804 289. Website
  • Antique Aeroplane Assoc. Australia - Website
  • Barossa Birdmen – Jeff 0418 809 840 Email Roy
  • Blue Shed Aviation Flying Club/School Jamestown, Contact Guy 0408 859697
  • Broken Hill Rec Aircraft Club Stevens Creek - James on 0418858189
  • Brooklands Air Park Wellington – Meets 2nd Sundays Bi-monthly. Contact - Helmut Frensch 0428 525404
  • Clare Valley Flying Group - Website, Tony Smith Treasurer 0407 718 045 Email Tony Smith
  • Fleurieu Gyroplanes & UBCO Bikes – Davd Owen 0488 884 976 – Website
  • Goolwa Aero Club - Contact Doug 85 553526
  • Gawler Microlights - Website, 0428 527 200
  • Kingston Flying Club - Website, John – 8767 2907
  • Loxton Aero ClubWebsite
  • Maitland Aero Club Inc. Facebook, PO Box 241, Maitland SA 5573 Contact: President Peter Reppin 0428 890 055, Richard Hasting 0418 859 049, Email
  • Mildura Sport Aviation Club. The Club operates out of the MSA Hangar at Mildura Airport (Just off Alpha) and is available to assist aviators stopping over or passing through the Mildura CTAF, especially at weekends. Contact Pete Greed (President) 0418528861 or Garry Keller (Secretary) 0408255567. MSA works closely with Sunraysia Sport Aircraft Club (SSAC) based at Wentworth, the Mildura Aero Club (MAC) based at Mildura Airport and the Sunraysia Gliding Club.
  • Mount Gambier Recreational Flying Club and School – Kevin - 0417 877 529
  • Murray Bridge Light Aircraft School – Mike 8531 0988, 0412 744 611
  • Port Pirie Spencer Gulf Flight Training - CFI Earl Longstaff - 0419620070
  • Port Lincoln Flying Club – Kevin - Mobile 0428 842 092 Home 8684 2093.
  • Port Lincoln SAAA Chapter 25 Kym Roach - President, Mobile 0427 427 736 Karen Tagg, Sec.
  • Pro Sky Pt Augusta Contact John Marsh 0429 673 641 Website
  • Recreational Aviation Australia SA Rep. Email Barry Windle
  • Renmark Gliding Club All aircraft types welcome. 0417 890 215
  • Renmark Flying Club Website David 0417 890 215. Email.
  • SA Rotor Club – Shaun – 0409 675 875
  • Southern Districts Flying Club Mark, Club Captain 0403 285 478 or Larry, Adelaide Airsports – 0408 815 094
  • Spencer Gulf Aviation 0407 619 703
  • Sport Aircraft Club of SA – Chris 0411196232 Hm:0883447896 Email Chris Moore, Website, Calendar
  • Sport Aircraft Association of Australia Chapter 39 (Adelaide) Patrick Pulis Secretary (08) 8236 6808 Mob: 0418 850 156 We stage regular workshop visits throughout the year and encourage building of experimental aircraft in a safe and technically supervised manner.
  • Waikerie Gliding Club Website
  • West Coast Flying School - 0438 401 363, 8389 9503
You are responsible for confirming your own dates, navigation and weather details before departing on any flight as errors/alterations may occur.
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