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28th November 2011
The Christmas party has come and gone for another year and in spite of a week of solid rain and howling winds on the day everybody seemed to enjoy themselves.
As usual the children had a wonderful time in the jumping castle and had a lot of fun chasing the lolly bomber.
I would like to thank everyone that helped with the planning and setup in a very difficult week, considering the hurdles that were place in front of us it went remarkably well.
I would like to thank our major sponser for this year, Southern Biplane Adventures, for the generous donation of 2 joy flights in there beautiful Boeing Stearman, I'm sure the winners Jeff and Vas will really enjoy this experiance.
I would encourage you to take a trip down to Illawarra airport at Albion Park and have a look at what is available and treat your self to a flight in one of there wonderful aircraft.
www.Southernbiplanes.com.au
PH# 02-42579440
All the best for Christmas and the new year.
The Committee SSSFA.
20-10-11
In the last few days work has commenced on the update to the Garrawara car park.
This work will be on going for the next few months and will be weather dependant.
Please have a little patience as we expect there to be some disruption to the field access, however the end result should be a great improvement.
12-07-2011
Work has started on the updates to the container, this has necessitated moving a lot of stuff around to get enough room to work. Please do not move it back!
The frequency board and transmitter pound board will be remounted ASAP.
Please continue to use them in the manner required.
Dont forget the AGM this Sunday 17-07-2011.
Howard.
04-07-2011
Finally we have a weekend with good weather!!
From all reports and my short visit on Saturday morning everyone in attendance seemed to have got in a few good flights.
At this time of the year (renewal time) it's up to each member to be aware that if you have not paid your fees and returned your signed renewal form and associated paperwork you are uninsured and MUST NOT FLY.
This year has seen the introduction of direct deposit payments and this appears to be working very well, The committee was remise in one area, that of the return of the signed membership form.
In all the rush to get all of our side of the paperwork to the members we overlooked the option of returning the signed form by email. This is perfectly acceptable and will reduce the workload on our poor over worked Secretary/Registrar.
To those that complained that they haven't had enough time to send there renewals back, the committee posted them to you 2 days after we were advise of the years fee structure by the MAS at the start of June and by the 30th we had 104 member renewed. I think a better excuse is required, I've allways liked "the dog ate it"
I would like to thank the Member that direct deposited there Fee's in cash into our bank account with no referance to there identity.
Please make your self known to Rod with the details of the transaction so we can sort this out or we will assume that this cash was a donation to the Christmas party!!!
When you sign the membership renewal you are signing that you will abide by the Regulations of the SSSFA, MAS and MAAA.
Ignorance is no excuse, you should take time to find out how these Regulations apply to your style of flying be it IMAC, Electric Jets, Helicopters, Large Scale, Gliders or just general flying.
These Regulations are in place to the make sure that everyone can enjoy this passtime in a safe friendly manner.
Happy Flying and keep it in the Blue bit!
Howard.
Members, 02-06-2011
It is my unpleasant duty to inform you of the passing of ex-president Bob Davison.
Bob was one off the founding members of the SSSFA and was MAAA's CASA liaison office for may years. He was awarded Life Membership of the MAAA for his work in this area.
Bob was one of the visionary member of the SSSFA that saw the need to have our own field and through his and this groups effort was able to secure the present Garawarra site.
I'm sure all members passed and present would like to pass on there condolences to Barbara and family.
Rest in Peace Bob Davo.
Members, 02-05-2011
Some of you may have noticed that the construction of our battery charging system has been completed due to the efforts of John Cook.
Please keep a eye on your email as shortly Dave will be sending information that will outline the way this system should be used.
It is planned to have this system and information ready for the coming weekend, presently we are carrying out testing and alls going well.
As you are all probably aware the weather continues to interrupt our planned events and general flying.
The Easter weekend was a complete wash out and our Anzac holiday Fun Fly was no better.
Thank you to the hardy soles that turned up in the pouring rain for a very pleasant breakfast and there is some truth in the current hot rumor that a Float Fly is being planned!!
I would like to thank Dave Burns for his efforts in getting the email info system sorted out this has made communication with, you, the members much easier .
Both Dave and myself are encouraged by the responses to the changes to the website and updated email info system.
In the next few months there will be some major changes to the interior of the container that should prove very popular with everyone that uses our Garrawara Facility.
These improvements have been on the drawing board for many years but now we are in a position to act.
Members, 14-04-2011
The committee would like to remind members of there obligations relating to the SSSFA / MAAA rules and regulations, these can be found in the column on the left or on your membership renewal that you have signed accepting these rules.
This has come about as a result of some bad operating practices being observed and reported to the committee.
Issues,
Use of the Frequency Keyboard,
Any person intending to operate a radio, regardless of frequency, (including 2.4Ghz) must place a 50mm "Silvertone" key with there name and frequency clear visible on the Keyboard.
When you have finished your 15 Minute flight remove the Key and place it on your TX and put them both in the TX pound.
Calling,
All Pilots MUST CALL there intentions when approaching the flightline and Wait for the appropriate response. This must be done for all Takeoffs, Landings, problems or maneuvers that may cause concern for other Pilots.
6 Only Aircraft in the air at anytime.
Only Pilots and Callers allowed outside the pit fence.
Dogs must be kept restrained behind the pit fence when ever aircraft are present.
Rubbish, take it home with you as we do not have a Rubbish collection.
Smoking is only permitted in the carpark.
Club identification badges must be worn when ever you intend to fly
NO BADGE = NO FLY
Howard,
President.
Members,
Recently we have had issues with a trespasser at our Garrawarra Field.
This person, who is and ex-member has been warned off on a number of occasions and continues to gain access by turning up at odd hours on the pretext of wanting to do some testing of his Helicopters. He wears an old club badge and has not been a member for 3 to 4 years.
If you have any doubts about people appearing and wanting to fly please ask to see there MAAA card. If they don't have a current MAAA card with the SSSFA as there club please ask them not to fly as they are not insured and this can effect the security of our field.
Leaving the card at home is no excuse, it must be with you when ever you fly, NO EXCEPTIONS!
If you have any problems or questions please call a committee member.
Howard,
President
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