(sent by email on 7/8/20)
Dear Member,
The return to flying has been hugely successful and I would like to pass my thanks to JK, Buster, Steve and all of the instructors who have worked hard to achieve this safely. And of course, to you for representing the HAC with professionalism whilst flying.
Please note the following:
Weekend Conjoint Flying
From tomorrow, Sat 8 Aug 20, powered flying and gliding will take place at the same time on weekends. We are therefore back to 7-days a week ops with immediate effect. If you are unsure about flying whilst gliding is taken place, you must speak to an instructor. Know the glass wall; know what glider RT calls means; know and fly the correct procedures. If in doubt, do not fly.
IER
The Airfield Ops Team will provide IER cover until we resume this duty on Sat 15 Aug 20. You will be given an IER duty date. It is your responsibility to complete the training and attend on the date allocated.
C-152 Fleet
We now have sufficient funds to have KI put through its annual service. This will give us extra capacity until the end of October when the next C-152 is due its annual. At that point, we will likely revert to 2 x C-152 for the winter months.
Aircraft Cleaning
Please ensure that your aircraft is cleaned before the next pilot starts their sortie. This is a non-negotiable term of membership at the HAC – if you are unable to clean the aircraft in time, then you must wait and help the following pilot clean the aircraft after their sortie.
Fuel Bowser
Please take care when opening the book. Also, the minor diesel seepage is known about and will be fixed next week.
Rotax Engine Thefts
There has been a suspected attempt at the theft of a Rotax engine at another Bucks airfield. Report anything suspicious at RAF Halton and challenge anyone that you do not recognise for ID. Ensure that all doors and windows are locked when you leave.
Henry Hoover
Hopefully not the victim of a Henry Hoover theft, but missing nevertheless! If you find him or have him hiding in your locker, please return him. We sorely miss his smiley red face.
Airfield Opening Hours
Under review and hopefully back to 2000hrs (L) by 17 Aug 20. You will be emailed when this changes.
ALL OTHER COVID RESTRICTIONS
Remain extant.
Stay Safe. Fly Safe.
Mark
M T MANWARING
Gp Capt
HAC Chairman