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 Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 5:52 am Post subject: Zenith OPEN HANGAR DAY and Fly-In Gathering: Sept. 29 |
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Following is a summary of the Zenith Open Hangar Day and Fly-In Gathering,
as posted at http://www.zenithair.com/news/oh2007.html
Zenith Aircraft Company's OPEN HANGAR DAY and Fly-In Gathering
Saturday, September 29, 2007, Mexico Memorial Airport, Mexico, Missouri
Zenith Aircraft Company's 16th annual OPEN HANGAR DAY and Fly-In Gathering
is scheduled for Saturday, September 29, 2007, at the factory located at
Mexico Memorial Airport in Mexico, Missouri. Aviation enthusiasts,
especially builders and owners of Zenith Aircraft kit planes, are invited to
drive or fly-in for the day.
The Zenith Aircraft kit production facilities will be open for factory tours
and Zenith's factory-demonstrator kit aircraft will be on display. Company
staff will demonstrate kit production and fabrication techniques used in
producing the all-metal kit aircraft parts made at the Zenith Aircraft
factory.
With the new fall Open Hangar / Fly-In Gathering schedule, Zenith has
planned a series of hands-on informational workshops specifically for
existing owners and builders, as well as new builders. Starting on Friday
afternoon, some of the scheduled activities include:
Jabiru engine workshop, presented by JabiruUSA
1:00 - 4:00 pm., Friday, September 28
Hosted by Pete Krotje, owner and director of Jabiru USA, this informative
workshop will cover everything you've always wanted to know about operating
and maintaining the popular Jabiru 3300 engine. Pete will also explain the
engine installation using JabiruUSA's complete firewall-forward accessories
package. Pete will also discuss maintenance and operation issues specific
to the Jabiru engine. Group size is limited - prior registration is
required.
Scratch-building basics for Zenith Aircraft designs, by Mark Townsend
1:00 - 4:00 pm., Friday, September 28
If you've always been intrigued about building your own aircraft from just a
set of blueprints and forming all the parts yourself, this hands-on workshop
is for you! Hosted by Mark Townsend of Can-Zac Aviation (Zenith Aircraft's
Canadian representative), this workshop covers the skills, materials, tools
and commitment that is required to accomplish the feat of plans-building
your own aircraft, whether the STOL CH 701 or Zodiac XL, for less than
$10,000 (not counting the engine). Since the workshop is held at the Zenith
Aircraft factory, participants will also be able to compare scratch-building
to kit building an aircraft.
Group size is limited - prior registration is required.
Note: Zenith will be holding one of its popular Rudder Workshops on Thursday
and Friday, Sept. 27 and 28 (prior registration is required for the Rudder
Workshop).
Saturday, September 29, Events and Activities:
The Zenith Aircraft factory will be open from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm for
self-guided factory tours, demonstrations, and more, throughout the day.
10:00 am - Group Photo
Group Photo in front of the Zenith Aircraft factory, including a line-up of
all Zenith aircraft flown in for the fly-in gathering as well as the
participants of the Open Hangar day. If you plan on flying in your Zenith,
don't miss the Group Photo at 10:00 am!
11:00 am - Sport Pilot / Light Sport Aircraft, presented by Earl Downs.
Zodiac builder and aviation writer Earl Downs will informally present
"everything you've always wanted to know about the FAA's new Sport Pilot
certificate." Earl Downs is a well-known aviation writer and publisher, and
is one of the best resources available for Sport Pilot. Earl started flying
more that 50 years ago and progressed to become an airline transport-rated
pilot and served with the training department of a major airline for 23
years. He has logged thousands of hours flying and instructing in light
airplanes and is a recognized aviation writer with EAA Sport Pilot and AOPA
Flight Training magazines. In 2004 he co-wrote the popular book titled "The
Complete Idiot's Guide to Sport Flying" and is the current publisher and
owner of The Oklahoma Aviator.
1:00 pm - Registering your Homebuilt Aircraft, presented by Jon Croke.
If you've viewed a how-to DVD from HomebuiltHelp.com, you're already
familiar with Jon Croke, the producer of the popular series of instructional
material on building your own Zenith airplane. Jon is a skilled presenter,
and will walk you through each step required to successfully license your
experimental amateur homebuilt aircraft with the FAA. This presentation
promises to be both informative and entertaining.
2:00 pm - S.T.O.L. Flying, presented by Michael Heintz and Christopher
Desmond
Michael Heintz, eldest son of designer Chris Heintz and owner of Quality
Sport Planes of northern California, has been flying the STOL CH 701 since
the prototype first flew in 1986. Christopher Desmond has put over 500 hours
of flying time in his personal STOL CH 701 over the last two years. Both
have been working on producing DVDs featuring the STOL CH 701 in
back-country applications. In recent years, they have demonstrated the
exceptional short take-off and landing capabilities of the STOL at the
Oshkosh, Sun'n Fun, Arlington and Copperstate fly-ins. Michael and
Christopher will provide an informational 'how-to' seminar to builders and
pilots during the Open Hangar Day and will share how they safely maximize
the performance and utility of their Zenith STOL kitplanes.
Activities and displays throughout the day (Saturday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm):
Builder Assistance Centers / Quick-Build Kit Distributors: FlightCrafters /
Zenith Distributing (Zephyrhills, Florida), Quality Sport Planes (northern
California), and now Jerrich Aircraft Company (Dallas, Texas) offer
professional builder assistance facilities, as well as Quick Build Kits for
both the Zodiac XL and the STOL CH 701. Whether you're a builder who needs
the workshop space and/or expertise to help finish an existing kit project,
or whether you want to complete your project in just a few months,
representatives will be on hand to discuss their services.
Jabiru engines: Pete Krotje / Jabiru USA will be on hand to show you why
the Jabiru 3300 engine is the powerplant of choice for most Zodiac XL
builders, and he will be available to answer your engine installation,
operation, and maintenance questions.
HomebuiltHelp.com offers a complete line of "how-to" videos available on
DVD, and will have the DVDs available for preview and purchase. Some of the
popular titles include: Metalworking101 with Rudder Workshop, Rotax 912
Installation Tips & Techniques, Weight & Balance101 for Homebuilts,
Electrical Wiring101 for your Homebuilt Aircraft, How to License your
Homebuilt Aircraft, Scratch Building Basics for Metal Aircraft, and more.
HomebuiltHelp.com also offers a full series of DVDs on building the STOL CH
701 kit aircraft, and the all-new Zodiac XL Quick-build Tips & Techniques
DVD.
Can-Zac Aviation of Ontario, Canada, manufactures the full line of Zenair
floats designed by Chris Heintz. Can-Zac Aviation is also the Canadian
distributor for Zenith Aircraft kits and Quick-Build Kits.
Customer Projects: Existing Zenith Aircraft builders and owners enjoy
sharing information and details about building and flying their aircraft,
and will be available to discuss construction, finishing (paint, upholstery,
avionics, alternative engines, etc.) and flying their aircraft creations.
Builders and pilots: Bring your photos to share with fellow builders, and
let us know if you would like some indoor space for a display or
presentation.
Kit aircraft fabrication demonstrations in the Zenith factory: Cutting and
pre-drilling kit parts on the CNC router, forming and hand finishing wing
ribs and other kit parts, aircraft aluminum welding demonstrations.
Factory demonstrator aircraft: The popular Zodiac XL, STOL CH 701 and STOL
CH 801 factory demonstrator aircraft will be parked at the factory.
Food and refreshments: Local EAA chapter 1225 will provide a complimentary
hot lunch at noon on Saturday, September 29, sponsored by Zenith Aircraft
Company.
Zenith will also have complimentary coffee and donuts available in the
morning.
Note to builders: You can arrange to pick-up parts at the Open Hangar Day if
the parts have been ordered, paid for and confirmed prior to the Open Hangar
Day.
Of course, owners of completed Zenith Aircraft are highly encouraged to
fly-in for the activities and to show off their completed project to fellow
builders (Zenith can provide tie-down space and help facilitate ground
transportation if possible). Let us know of any special needs or
requirements.
If you are planning to attend, please pre-register for the Open Hangar Day
and Fly-In Gathering. We'll plan to award some door prizes and we'll have
name tags ready for you when you arrive, and will keep you up to date of any
schedule changes.
Online registration: http://www.zenithair.com/news/oh2007-register.html
There is no charge to attend the Open Hangar Day or related events. Please
note that all events are subject to change or cancellation.
Please contact us if you have ideas, requests or capabilities to make the
fall 2007 Open Hangar and Fly-In Gathering both a fun and educational event.
Thanks in advance to the individuals and companies that are contributing
time and expertise to this event, and to the builders who have provided
suggestions.
Accommodations:
Due to the large number of visitors to Mexico on September 29, local hotels
have already filled up (we've heard that Mexico hotels are already booked
for September 28 and 29). However, there are more hotels in the general
area, as well as camping sites.
Details on accommodations: http://www.zenithair.com/factory.htm
Online:
http://www.zenithair.com/news/oh2007.html
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