Live Your Aviation Dream at Whiteplains Plantation (SC99): May 2014

Friday, May 30, 2014

FAAST Blast Notice Number: NOTC5373

FAAST Blast — Week of May 25 – 31, 2014
Biweekly FAA Safety Briefing News Update

New Guidelines for Certification, Airworthiness, and Operational Use of Electronic Flight Bags
       This joint Flight Standards Service (AFS) and Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) advisory circular (AC 120-76C) contains guidance on the operational use of Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs). It is intended for all operators conducting flight operations under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 121, 125, 135, or 91 subpart F (part 91F) and part 91 subpart K (part 91K) who want to replace required paper information or utilize other select functions of an EFB. This AC sets forth an acceptable means, but not the only means, to obtain FAA authorization for the operational use of EFBs. Part 91 operators can find additional EFB information in the current edition of AC 91-78, Use of Class 1 or Class 2 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). For guidance on the installation of EFB components, refer to the current edition of AC 20-173, Installation of Electronic Flight Bag Components. To learn more about it click on the link: http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_120-76C.pdf

Virginia Festival of Flight Set to Soar
       This weekend kicks off the annual Virginia Regional Festival of Flight in Suffolk, Virginia. This two day (May 31-June1) event serves as a gathering point for pilots around the Mid-Atlantic and also includes a number of activities such as Young Eagles Flights, airplane and helicopter rides, workshops, and on Sunday an air show. In addition there are a number of forums including many FAA seminars that qualify for WINGS credit. For more information please visit: http://virginiaflyin.org/

Beware The Frankenplane!
       There are an infinite number of modification possibilities for which a person might apply for a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and independently, it is unlikely that any one approved STC would pose a threat to the airworthiness of an aircraft. It is when there are multiple STCs applied, however, that a “monster” can be born and the results of this can be disastrous. To read more about it check out “Beware the Frankenplane – The Hidden Dangers of Layering STCs” in the May/June, 2014 edition of FAA Safety Briefing. The magazine is available at: http://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/

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Thursday, May 29, 2014

FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education

"Datalink: Cockpit Weather Do's and Don'ts Webinar"
Topic: Datalink Weather
On Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 7:00 PM
Location:
Webinar
N/A

Frederick, MD 21701

Select Number:
AFS056123

Description:

Datalink has taken a lot of the uncertainty out of weather flying, but using it safely means more than just counting on NEXRAD to steer you around whatever's out there. Whether you're already flying with datalink or just considering it, join AOPA Foundation president Bruce Landsberg and datalink expert Dr. David Strahle for a must-see discussion of how you can use cockpit weather to both complete more trips and minimize your weather risks.

To register for the webinar, please follow this link:
https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1033394

To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here.

The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam

The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the 'Contact Information' area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.

The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs:

Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit

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Monday, May 26, 2014

New House in Whiteplains Going Up!

Don and Debbie Nowakowski

Looking forward to moving in, some time in July.

Friday, May 16, 2014

And the beat goes on.... Some painting for the cover. SCBC, we are going to be ready for you this Sunday.

Tony pointing out places that Lloyd

missed. One thing we don't lack at Whiteplains is supervision

Just a little bit more.....

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Final touch up painting on the drain cover that was replaced yesterday.

Tony touching up a few places that Lloyd missed.

Busy time at Whiteplains

The engineering firm of Hitt, Moore, Sanderson and Spreanza (unlicensed) made a check of the calibration of the Whiteplains VASI this morning. The units were found to be within specifications and tolerances, and were documented as such. After we were finished, under HEAVY supervision, the VASI cabinets were washed clean. We are READY for the SCBC on Sunday!

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Mooney Comeback Tour Continues At Planes Of Fame Airshow | PlaneAndPilotMag.com

Whiteplains News!

Our neighbors Barbara and Festus Burchfield with Governor Haley. We are very fortunate to be acquainted with the famous!

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Work Day at Whiteplains Plantation - Phase II

Today was fix the drain cover day in Phase II at Whiteplains Plantation. We had a nice crew show up to help out. Thanks to Lloyd Krueger, Mike Moor, Tony Scribner, Don Cook and our overseer, Neil Bonacum.

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Sunday, May 11, 2014

Piper Malibu visits Whiteplans

A Piper Malibu Jet Prop visits us today at Whiteplains Plantation Airpark. After he landed, he pulled the prop back into beta and did not use very much runway! He landed on runway 27 and I think he could have turned off at my ramp. Welcome to Chris Davis and his family from Athens, GA.