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EFO Flying Meeting Reminder      Please keep in mind that all summer monthly EFO flying meeting dates are tentative and quite fluid depending on the predicted weather.      The meetings are usually on Saturdays, but may change to the following Sunday or even possibly a week or more later.      Everyone is welcome and proof of AMA membership is required to fly. Return to "What's In This Issue" The 38th Annual Mid-America Electric Flies Report (Part 1) By Ken Myers      I arrived at the Midwest RC Society Flying Field about 10 a.m. on Friday, July 8, 2022. I noticed right away that the Midwest Flying Field was in superb condition. Midwest's mowing crew, consisting of Jim Latham and Bill Brown, Jr., had done an excellent job and they even took the time to slightly widen the flying field and roll the centerline area of the field. They had done an EXCELLENT JOB!      The weather was almost perfect. The temperature was in the cool 60s and there were light winds and sunny skies.      Denny Sumner, Roger Wilfong, and Jim Ouillette came out to help with the set up for the meet.      Keith Shaw arrived shortly with his large sunshade. C.J. Wysocki had an early morning appointment, so he didn't arrive right away.      The setup went slow and easy all morning long. All hands pitched in to help erect Keith's big sunshade.      With most of the setup completed, the crew took some time for lunch and then enjoyed a few flights.      About 2 p.m. the weather changed abruptly! Storm clouds rolled in and it started to pour down rain all the way through the evening! That ruined our Friday evening meet up with our out-of-town guests, which has always been a highlight of the Mid-Am. Bummer!!!      The following photos show some of the set up on Friday and the great crew. Thanks all! The Cook Station Setup Saturday, July 9, 2022      Dave Grife, of Coldwater, MI, was the first way out of town guest to arrive on Saturday morning, followed by Don Belfort of West Chester, OH, then Jim Ryan, from Cincinnati, OH was quickly followed by Mark Wolf from Brownsburg, IN, and John Kauk from Topeka, KS.      As they were arriving, many, many of our local area flying friends also arrived.      After a smaller event last year, due to the pandemic, it was great and very exciting to spend time and fly with all of our old friends! The Weather for Saturday      For two weeks preceding the Mid-Am, southeastern Michigan was caught in an extreme heat and dry cycle.      A cool front passed through on the Thursday evening before the Mid-Am and brought some much needed and relatively cooler temperatures and low humidity. Even with the sun shining brightly most of the day, the midday high, on Saturday, was "only" in the mid-70 degree F range with low humidity. The winds, unfortunately, were relatively high with the direction switching throughout the day. There were also several thermals that popped through on occasion, and they made takeoffs and landings a bit exciting at times.      Except for the wind it was an almost perfect day for this event. Keith Shaw and Ken Myers during the pilots' meeting Rick Sawicki photo      Once the pilots registered for the FREE event, they started flying.      A pilots' meeting was held at about 10 a.m. and Keith and Ken went over the field rules and special notifications as to "where not to land".      There was a lot of flying of different types of aircraft during the day. Joe Hass battles the crosswind on take off. Everyone told Mark Rittinger that his wings were on backwards! Dave Grife's 1993 airframe Mosquito took many successful flights.      All three of the previous photos were captured by Rick Sawicki.      There was also a very special event that happened at the Mid-Am again this year. Rick Sawicki photo      EFO and Midwest RC Society member, Bill Brown, Sr. had turned 101 years young in June. Joe Hass provided Mr. Brown another cake and we all got to celebrate this remarkable event one more time. Congratulations Bill and Happy, Happy Birthday!!!      We also got to sing happy birthday to Bill, again. Thanks for the cake Mr. Joe Hass!      At noon we broke from flying for a FREE field lunch of hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks.      A HUGE thanks goes to Denny Sumner, Norm Peters and Greg Eilers. They not only handled the lunch crowd, but took on the extra duty of fixing the evening meal. Thanks so very much guys! Denny Sumner manning the grill (Rick Sawicki photo) The Crew preparing for the lunch rush.      After lunch everyone took turns flying at their leisure. It was a very, very relaxed flying day!      During the very pleasant afternoon of flying, beside sharing Mr. Bill Brown, Sr.'s cake, there was a time for photos with Bill and the the other participants.      Bill Brown, Sr. and Jr. are seen in the Rick Sawicki photo with the model of their full-scale plane.      Most of the pilots at the 38th Annual Mid-America Electric Flies.      We were also treated to some combat. Denny Sumner, Larry Markey and Rick Sawicki pulled out their FliteTest Bloody Barons to have a go at and delight the crowd with their aerobatic performances during streamer combat.      There was plenty of time, although it went by all too fast, for friends, flying and food.      The CDs, Ken Myers and Keith Shaw, found some time to relax and chat during the meet. That's Dave Grife's old Hacker 3D plane in the foreground.      Aurelio Gonzalez had a good time flying his FliteTest Sea Duck and sharing the day with his boys.      Lots of folks enjoyed sitting around, talking planes and life and just relaxing.      Larry Markey prepares his beautiful scale helicopter for a great, scale-like flight.      Larry's chopper in the air.      Mark Rittinger prepares to fly his wing-swept forward design.      Don Belfort watching Jim Ryan flying. Saturday's Awards      The Best Scale Award was presented to Don Belfort of West Chester, OH. His Taylorcraft, from a much modified Icon Northwest kit, is a big, beautiful and an impressive flier.      The Most Beautiful Award went to Steve Labuta, of White Lake, MI, for his scratch-built and modified Mach 1 old-time pattern plane. What a beauty it is and if flies every bit as good as it looks. Mark Rittinger photo      The Best Multi-Motor Award was presented to Mark Rittinger from Roseville, MI.      The Best Mini-Electric Award went to Jim Ryan of Cincinnati, OH. The airframe is his repainted and refreshed original version.      The CD's Choice Award went to Dave Grife from Coldwater, MI for his 1993 scratch-built Mosquito. It is always a pleasure to watch this "older" electric airframe still flying. Steve's "Sport Plane" is at the far left Rick Sawicki photo      The Best Sport Plane Award was presented to Steve Labuta of White Lake, MI. Ironically, he calls this self-designed model "Sport Plane". He notes that it has been influenced by several different sport planes with a big influence from SigÕs 4-Star Forty.      There was no Non-Conventional Materials Foam Flurry this year as there were only a couple of planes that would qualify and the winds were a bit much for these generally lighter aircraft.      Very nice work guys!      After the awards were presented, the pilot's raffle was completed.      There were many great donations this year from Nankin Hobby of Farmington, MI thanks to Mr. Joe Hass.      Immediately following the raffle, Denny, Norm and Greg went back to work at the grill to prepare the cheese burgers and brats. There were more chips and drinks to complete the FREE meal.      Don Belfort brought "Mid-Am" cookies and Carolynn Foss brought fig bars. Thanks so much guys!!!      After dinner folks continued to fly and have a great time.      Rick Sawicki's photo link, with many more photos of the event, can be found. here.      More photos, and the report on Sunday's Open Fly, will be in the September 2022 Ampeer. Return to "What's In This Issue" Giant RC Estate Sale From Pete Foss via email Sunday, July 24, 2022 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oxford Community Room at Seymour Lake Park 2795 Seymour Lake Rd., Oxford, MI 48371 Balsa RC Kits RC Engines Tons of Covering Mufflers, motor mounts, tools, props, servos... For More Information Email Pete Foss Visit the Skymasters' Website Return to "What's In This Issue" C.A.R.D.S. of Lansing 12th Annual Electric Fly Friday August 26 1:00 pm - 9:00pm and Saturday August 27 from 9:0 am to 9:00 pm Pilot and Aircraft Requirements: Current AMA - Open to All RC Electric planes, helicopters, and multicopters. Social Distancing and Other Michigan Covid Requirements Current to the Event Will Be Followed. Email or Text CD For any Updates Pizza Lunch for Pilots on Saturday (Will be served if necessary) Water and Pop will be available SPECTATORS WELCOME Landing Fees: $20 Marv Thomson/CD 517 802 7675 Email Marv Website: www.cardsrc.com Address: 8328 Otto Rd, Grand Ledge, Mi 48837 Return to "What's In This Issue" Weak Signals Upcoming Swap and Fly From Tom Kroggel via email      Greetings From the Weak Signals RC Club Electric Flyers Only Inc!      I hope you're enjoying another great summer of flying with friends.      For the third year we are hosting the "Swap-N-Air Fair" at our home field.      It's a great opportunity to buy and sell airplanes, fly with your buddies and meet up with people you might not have seen for a while.      This is a FREE Fly In with FREE Adminsion to a Swap Meet. (We will be charging a small fee for selling in the swap spaces.) All you have to do is show up with some airplanes, enjoy the and hope for great weather. "Swap-N-Air Fair" The "Swap" A two-day outdoor show on September 10th & 11th, Saturday and Sunday. A 15' x 40' swap spot is just $30.00 for both days. A 25' x 50' swap spot is just $60.00 for both days. Register by August 31 and save $5 If you have one item to sell drop it off in our Swap Corral for $5. Gates Open for vendors and swappers at 7 a.m. Public from 8 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. both days. Spend the night. (dry camping) The "Air Fair" Flying demonstrations using our 400' paved runway. FREE Open Flying with AMA Card Food Trucks 50/50 Raffles      Reserve your spot today! This is the genuine Weak Signals R/C Club at the Weak Signals field 12000 Minx Road, Temperance, MI. Link to Event Flyer Tom Kroggel Co-Director Weak Signals Swap-N-Air Fair 419-868-5408 weaksignalsevent@gmail.com Return to "What's In This Issue" To Reach Ken Myers, you can land mail to the address at the top of the page. My E-mail address is: KMyersEFO@theampeer.org EFO WEB Site