EAA holds annual dinner, makes plans for 2011
NORWICH – On Monday, local aviation enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the activities of the Experimental Aircraft Association at the group’s annual dinner. Held at Park Place Restaurant in Norwich, the event was a time for those involved with the organization to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year, and discuss its plans for 2011.
Comprised of local recreational pilots, flight instructors, experimental aircraft builders and balloonists, EAA is dedicated to generating interest in aviation. The local chapter is led by long-time president Dave Sheldon.
During the event, Sheldon welcomed Mathew Giltner to the chapter’s board. He also presented Service Awards to members of the chapter’s leadership team for their continued efforts to promote aviation and contributions to the organization. Those recognized were the group’s vice president, balloonist Steve Bliss; ultralight pilot Joe Toriello, who serves as chapter treasurer; and private pilot Dave Dibbell.
“The chapter looks forward to another year of continued activity at the airport,” reported Dibbell, who received not one, but three, service awards for his contributions as Chapter Secretary and newsletter editor as well as his role with the Young Eagle Program. The program, which provides free flights to young people interested in flying, is held annually in conjunction with Airport Day at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport in Norwich. According to Dibbell, this year’s event is scheduled for June 11 and is being organized by airport employee Frank Turner.
“We’re looking forward to more of an event this year,” Dibbell said. Two years ago, the group set a new record by giving 72 flights on the day. Last year, however, they fell far short of matching that. The Young Eagle coordinator said they hope to attract more participants for the 2011 event. One of the ways in which he plans to generate interest is with a visit to the Oxford After School program. The program, funded by the Oxford Community Youth Center, serves approximately 40 middle school students.
In addition to their presence at Airport Day, the EAA also hosts a Chili Cook-off at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport each year. This year, the fly-in/drive-in event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 21.
“Essentially it’s a pot luck,” Dibbell laughed. “All are welcome.”
On a more somber note, those in attendance paused to remember Kathy DeRensis, who lost her battle with cancer in December. A local pilot and flight instructor, DeRensis was a much-loved member of the local aviation community. According to Sheldon, the chapter is in the process of establishing a scholarship in her name for young women interested in aviation.
Comprised of local recreational pilots, flight instructors, experimental aircraft builders and balloonists, EAA is dedicated to generating interest in aviation. The local chapter is led by long-time president Dave Sheldon.
During the event, Sheldon welcomed Mathew Giltner to the chapter’s board. He also presented Service Awards to members of the chapter’s leadership team for their continued efforts to promote aviation and contributions to the organization. Those recognized were the group’s vice president, balloonist Steve Bliss; ultralight pilot Joe Toriello, who serves as chapter treasurer; and private pilot Dave Dibbell.
“The chapter looks forward to another year of continued activity at the airport,” reported Dibbell, who received not one, but three, service awards for his contributions as Chapter Secretary and newsletter editor as well as his role with the Young Eagle Program. The program, which provides free flights to young people interested in flying, is held annually in conjunction with Airport Day at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport in Norwich. According to Dibbell, this year’s event is scheduled for June 11 and is being organized by airport employee Frank Turner.
“We’re looking forward to more of an event this year,” Dibbell said. Two years ago, the group set a new record by giving 72 flights on the day. Last year, however, they fell far short of matching that. The Young Eagle coordinator said they hope to attract more participants for the 2011 event. One of the ways in which he plans to generate interest is with a visit to the Oxford After School program. The program, funded by the Oxford Community Youth Center, serves approximately 40 middle school students.
In addition to their presence at Airport Day, the EAA also hosts a Chili Cook-off at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport each year. This year, the fly-in/drive-in event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 21.
“Essentially it’s a pot luck,” Dibbell laughed. “All are welcome.”
On a more somber note, those in attendance paused to remember Kathy DeRensis, who lost her battle with cancer in December. A local pilot and flight instructor, DeRensis was a much-loved member of the local aviation community. According to Sheldon, the chapter is in the process of establishing a scholarship in her name for young women interested in aviation.
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