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EAA Halls Of Fame To Induct Eight New Members
On Nov. 2Eight people who contributed greatly to the world of flight have been honored by EAA, The Leader in Recreational Aviation, as the newest members of the EAA-affiliated Halls of Fame. The group was inducted on Friday, Nov. 2, during a program at the EAA Aviation Center at Oshkosh, Wis. John Monnett was inducted into the EAA Homebuilders' Hall of Fame; Michael Heuer became the newest member of the International Aerobatic Club (IAC) Hall of Fame, while Ed Maloney and Lincoln Dexter joined those in the EAA Warbirds of America Hall of Fame. The late Amelia Reid was honored as the inductee into the NAFI Flight Instructor Hall of Fame, with Dr. Roy Wicker and Ted Koston joining the Vintage Aircraft Association Hall of Fame. In addition, the EAA Ultralight Hall of Fame welcomed W. Michael Sacrey to its roster of members. "All of these people have contributed much to the world of flight," said EAA President Tom Poberezny. "Each has carved a unique niche in aviation history. They represent the best that recreational aviation has to offer and serve as an example for everyone involved in flying. We are honored to welcome them as our newest inductees to the EAA Halls of Fame." The inductees were nominated by members of EAA, EAA Divisions or the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI). The final selection was made by the Board of Directors of each group. Nominees were considered for their contributions to the history, development and growth of a particular facet of sport aviation. The IAC Hall of Fame was founded in 1987, while the Homebuilders' Hall of Fame was founded in 1993, the Warbirds of America Hall of Fame in 1995 and the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in 1997. The Vintage Aircraft Association Hall of Fame was created in 1993, while 1999 was the inaugural year for the Ultralight Hall of Fame. EAA is the world's leading recreational aviation organization, with 170,000 members and more than 975 local Chapters. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 1-800-JOIN-EAA (1-800-564-6322) or explore EAA's World Wide Web site (www.eaa.org). EAA HALLS OF FAME 2001 INDUCTEES HOMEBUILDERS' HALL OF FAME John Monnett: Monnett, of Oshkosh, Wis., has been a leading aircraft designer for 30 years. He created the Sonerai, Monerai, Moni, Monex and, most recently, the Sonex. He is also renowned for affordable Volkswagen engine conversions for aircraft, notably the Super Vee and Aero Vee.INTERNATIONAL AEROBATIC CLUB HALL OF FAME Michael Heuer: Heuer, of Memphis, Tenn., has been involved in sport aerobatics since 1965 and helped write the first IAC rulebook in 1970. He has served as president of the FAI International Aerobatics Commission since 1986, and an IAC officer or director longer than any other person.ULTRALIGHT HALL OF FAME W. Michael "Mike" Sacrey: Sacrey, a Voluntown, Conn., resident, is an experienced pilot and instructor who became the FAA official responsible for creating Part 103 - ultralight air regulations. His support and vision allowed ultralight flight to grow safely over the past two decades.WARBIRDS HALL OF FAME Ed Maloney: A Chino, Calif., resident, Maloney has amassed an impressive collection of warbird aircraft over the past 50 years, which evolved into the Planes of Fame Museum, the oldest privately operated air museum in the world. He has also written 26 aviation books.Lincoln Dexter: Dexter, who resides in North Fort Myers, Fla., has logged more than 32,000 of flight time, many of them in warbird aircraft. He is a former Warbird Flight Line Chairman at EAA AirVenture and Warbirds of America director. VINTAGE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME Dr. Roy Wicker: Wicker, who now resides in Quitman, Ga., is one of the nation's leading aircraft restorers. His restorations and building projects have been consistent award winners and become known for their meticulous craftsmanship.Ted Koston: A Melrose Park, Ill., resident, Koston has helped preserve vintage aircraft through his photography career. He is the founder of the Midwest Aviation Photographers Association and an EAA volunteer photographer for nearly 40 years. FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS HALL OF FAME Amelia Reid: Reid, who died in March 2001, taught more than 4,000 students to fly after beginning her California flight school out of the trunk of a 1959 Ford. Among her students was legendary air show pilot Sean D. Tucker. Over 60 years, she logged more than 55,000 flight hours.INDUCTEES - EAA HALLS OF FAME EAA HOMEBUILDERS HALL OF FAME VINTAGE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME EAA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA HALL OF FAME FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS HALL OF FAME EAA ULTRALIGHT HALL OF FAME
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Updated Temporary Flight Restriction Area Maps
Available to All Pilots on EAA Web Site
Pilots and other aviation enthusiasts can obtain updated, easy-to-understand graphics of current Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) areas through a free service offered by EAA, The Leader in Recreational Aviation. The graphics, which are based on familiar FAA sectional charts, are available through the EAA web site (www.eaa.org). The graphics are part of the public area of EAA Flight Planner service. The complete EAA Flight Planner service was created by AeroPlanner.com, and is also available to EAA members through the web site. "Since the TFRs have been in a constant state of change since September 11, it's critical that pilots have the latest versions of FAA's Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) and related graphics, so they can safely plan their flights," said Steve Lark, EAA Director of Web Development. "EAA wanted to create chart-based graphics that are accurate, easily accessible and easy to download. These graphics show exactly where TFR area borders are located, so pilots have a clear understanding where flying is and is not allowed." To access the graphics, pilots can go to the "TFR Airspace Maps" link on the top of the EAA web site. The large map of the continental United States then allows the user to pinpoint exactly the area needed. After clicking on the requested state or region, the applicable NOTAMs will appear along with a link to a sectional chart-based graphic of the TFR area. These graphics are printable for reference during a pilot's flight planning. The EAA web site also provides regular updates regarding airspace restrictions and EAA's efforts on issues directly affecting general aviation pilots. EAA, The Leader in Recreational Aviation, is an international association with 170,000 members and more than 1,000 local Chapters. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 1-800-JOIN-EAA (1-800-564-6322) or explore EAA's World Wide Web site (www.eaa.org).
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| OTHER ARTICLES OF ASI DECEMBER 2001 ISSUE
| Editorial | From
The Secretary General's Desk | Air Waves
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