from COPA Flight #68
Wiarton/Keppel Airport CYVV
Wiarton Keppel Airport Newsletter
Publication #106
CO-CAPTAIN's MESSAGE:
Last month we mentioned that there was a problem at our airport between the two municipalities who jointly operate our fine facility over the rightful ownership of the property. The Town of South Bruce Peninsula claim that they own the airport outright, and Georgian Bluffs claim that they own 50% of the airport. Consequently, last month Georgian Bluffs placed a lien on the property, pending a court hearing over the dispute.
On December 24, 2007, the Town of South Bruce Peninsula dropped the other shoe and held a special council meeting, not open to the public, pertaining to the Airport. The outcome of this meeting? South Bruce Peninsula voted, 5-4, in favor of discontinuing any more funds to the Airport, effective January 1, 2009.
In the original agreement formed in May of 1996 between the two municipalities, either party could opt out of their financial support to the airport, after giving a 12-month written notice. This has already been delivered to Georgian Bluffs - so here we sit, not knowing the future of our airport after 2008.
Needless to say, at our regular COPA Flight #68 meeting on Saturday, this was the first item on the agenda. Captain Hank stated the known facts to the outstanding turnout of 20 members, and a lively 1 hour 15 minute discussion followed. It was unanimously agreed that Captain Hank would contact Georgian Bluffs, requesting a meeting with the Mayor to help determine the future of the airport, taking with him the word that we, the members of COPA Flight #68, will do anything humanly possible to save our outstanding facility.
Our group has contributed over 18 000 hours of volunteer time since 1996 when the two municipalities agreed in principal to take over the airport from Transport Canada ... and there are still a lot more hours in us!!
Click here to read a press release from the mayor of South Bruce Peninsula.
We'll keep you posted.
Back in 2000, COPA Flight #68 initiated the Platinum Triangle Poker Run, with 6 participating airports from Southwestern Ontario, Wiarton/Keppel Airport hosting the event. Since then, the Poker Run has more than doubled in size. To keep things fair and a fun event for everyone involved, the custodians of the event formed a committee to review the rules and operation from the past 7 years and implement any changes needed.
Revisions put into place for 2008 include less work for participating airports. Instruction/Rule packages and supplies will be delivered well before the Run, giving those involved apt time to prepare for the event. Also, our "Jenn" has created a powerpoint presentation all about the run, which I will be presenting at the COPA Flight meetings I attend, as well as the Community Airports Group of Ontario (many of the airports represented there have participated in the run in previous years)
Kincardine (NS7) will be hosting the Platinum Triangle Poker Run for 2008. Through the week of August 18-23, fly to participating airports to collect the individual airports' stamp, then join us at Kincardine on Saturday to draw your cards. Cash prizes for the 5 best hands, plus many additional prizes. Watch here for more details as they become available!
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All the best to you and yours in 2008!
Harold Fry
co-Captain
COPA Flight #68
CYVV
PS: along with the Poker Run slide show, I will be presenting one in regards to the new ELT requirements that are being mandated by Transport Canada February 1, 2009. Kevin Psutka, President and CEO of COPA has put together a presentation on the subject, and has suggested an ELT named SPOT.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
It's never to early to send us your 2008 events!
Send JENN or HAROLD the stats and we will post it here and on our website - free of charge!
PS: Harold visits numerous aviation events with his camera....
tell us about your event and a story about it may be featured in our newsletters' co-Captain's Message!
- *NEW* February 6, 2008 - TAKE THE CHILL OFF..
Host: Collingwood (CNY3)
Join flying fans for this winter get-together! Guest Speaker John Nagy (Instructor, Commercial pilot) on airmanship, situational awareness, short field, take-offs to landings, how to use FSS, signs of carburetor icing, winter flying, cold starts, and more ... the simple stuff that we forget as time passes! Bring your questions! Air Motive - Technoligies Group. Inc. West end of OLD terminal building. Hot Coffee & snacks. Aviation literature, door prizes, Transport Canada Videos, Prize Draws ... draw for a free COPA membership! Only $5.00 for this informative and fun evening. For more info / to book your seat, call Bud McCannell 705-446-2227 or 705-445-2663.
- August 2, 2008 - EILEEN VOLLICK CEREMONY
Host: Wiarton (CYVV)
Join us at CYVV as we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Wiarton native Eileen Vollick ... the first licensed Canadian woman pilot. A full day's worth of activities are planned to celebrate Eileen's trailblazing determination for woman pilots in Canada, including the official renaming of our terminal building, displays of vintage memorabilia, entertainment, a gourmet lunch, and more! Stay tuned for more details.
Visit www.copa70.com/FutureEvents.html to check out all of the Oshawa Flight activities.
Full event details as they are passed along to us are listed on our website; click here to view our events page.
All events listed according to most recent.
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ROOFTOP CAFÉ:
Our Rooftop Café always has coffee and snacks available!
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-- 2007/2008 accommodation sponsors --
-- 2007/2008 accommodation sponsors --
AVIATION SCHOLARSHIP:
Cecily Keeshig was the recipient of the FOTA/COPA Flight #68 Peter Bulmer Memorial Aviation Scholarship Award in 2007.... it could be you in 2008!
Our annual scholarship is awarded to one lucky qualifying student from Grey or Bruce County. Visit our website or email Jenn or Harold to request an application form!
Applicants must meet qualifications to be eligible for Scholarship. If you are, or know of a student who would be interested in applying for our Scholarship, check out our website's Scholarship page for complete details.
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-- 2007/2008 sponsor --
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SERVICES ADVERTISING:
If you or your company offers an aviation-related service, simply send Jenn or Harold the details and we will gladly add the information to our publications (12 months on flywiarton website & newsletter), for a small donation!
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-- 2007/2008 sponsor --
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EVENT ADVERTISING:
Our newsletter reaches over 1000 flight enthusiasts in Ontario, and we are constantly expanding our mailing list. If your Airport is hosting an event, and you would like us to advertise it in our newsletter and on our website's 'Events' page, simply send Jenn or Harold the details and we will gladly add the information to our publications, free of charge!
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LINK EXCHANGE:
While browsing through our website, you may have noticed a page titled Ontario Airports. We initiated this page in 2003 to share information from 'neighbouring' Ontario Airports with our website visitors.
In 2004 we started a "Link Exchange". If you would like your airport included in this space (web address, description, call number, special features, contact information, etc.) simply send Jenn an email with the details. In return, all we are asking for is a link to our website (www.flywiarton.com) on yours!
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-- 2007/2008 sponsors --
-- 2007/2008 sponsors --
Wiarton/Keppel Airport - the only Airport around that offers a discount on fuel purchases!!
When you buy 100 low-lead fuel at the Wiarton Airport and pay with cash*, you get a discount of 5˘ per litre! (for example, on 80 litres, you save $4.00!)
Not only do you have the opportunity to save money with your gas purchases at the Wiarton Airport, you meet fantastic people and even can opt to take a tour of the beautiful Bruce Peninsula! What more could you ask for!?!
(*The term "cash" refers to cash or cheque*)
debit card purchases are not eligible for gas discount as of September 17, 2004
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-- 2007/2008 accommodation sponsors --
-- 2007/2008 accommodation sponsors --
Don't be shy - To find out more about what the Wiarton/Keppel Airport has to offer, visit our user-friendly Website at www.flywiarton.com. You'll be glad you did!
Also, our website offers accommodation information and restaurant locations. If you are planning on visiting us and would like information on places to stay or eat, check it out!
Also, check out our links for area information and things to see and do!
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We LOVE hearing from you! Send your comments, questions or suggestions to:
Harold E. Fry (hfry@bmts.com)
co-Captain, COPA Chapter #68
Wiarton/Keppel Airport - CYVV
or
Jenn MacLeod (aubyn@bmts.com)
Publications Designer, COPA Chapter #68
Wiarton/Keppel Airport - CYVV
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~ Watch for our next Newsletter: February 4, 2008 ~
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