Sepulveda Basin
04-20-2011, 05:28 PM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
And while we are on the topic of official important messages, I received this in my email yesterday;
Dear Mr. Wolfson:
I received your letter opposing a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulation that would impose new restrictions on model aircraft operations. I appreciate the time you took to write and welcome the opportunity to respond.
Model aircraft serve many purposes, from recreational use among enthusiasts to important aeronautics research at universities. I have heard from thousands of model aircraft enthusiasts who share your concerns that new regulations will create unnecessary and burdensome restrictions on recreational model aviation.
On February 17, 2011, I supported an amendment offered by Senator James Inhofe (R-OK) to the "FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act" (S. 223), that would exclude model aircraft from FAA rules or regulations the plane such meets the following criteria:
o It is flown strictly for recreational, sport, competition, or academic purposes;
o A community-based set of safety guidelines are observed when operating the aircraft;
o It is unmanned; and
o It does not exceed 55 pounds in weight unless otherwise certified through a community-based safety program.
This amendment was agreed to by unanimous consent in the Senate, and S. 223 was passed on February 17, 2011. A similar bill was passed by the House of Representatives, but it did not include the model aircraft provision. The two bills must be reconciled in conference before the President can sign in into law. I appreciate hearing your support for model aviation, and I will be sure to keep your comments in mind as Congress considers the FAA reauthorization.
Once again, thank you for writing. If you have any further questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841. Best regards.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
Dear Mr. Wolfson:
I received your letter opposing a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulation that would impose new restrictions on model aircraft operations. I appreciate the time you took to write and welcome the opportunity to respond.
Model aircraft serve many purposes, from recreational use among enthusiasts to important aeronautics research at universities. I have heard from thousands of model aircraft enthusiasts who share your concerns that new regulations will create unnecessary and burdensome restrictions on recreational model aviation.
On February 17, 2011, I supported an amendment offered by Senator James Inhofe (R-OK) to the "FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act" (S. 223), that would exclude model aircraft from FAA rules or regulations the plane such meets the following criteria:
o It is flown strictly for recreational, sport, competition, or academic purposes;
o A community-based set of safety guidelines are observed when operating the aircraft;
o It is unmanned; and
o It does not exceed 55 pounds in weight unless otherwise certified through a community-based safety program.
This amendment was agreed to by unanimous consent in the Senate, and S. 223 was passed on February 17, 2011. A similar bill was passed by the House of Representatives, but it did not include the model aircraft provision. The two bills must be reconciled in conference before the President can sign in into law. I appreciate hearing your support for model aviation, and I will be sure to keep your comments in mind as Congress considers the FAA reauthorization.
Once again, thank you for writing. If you have any further questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841. Best regards.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
04-29-2011, 10:01 AM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
Looking to trade a Futaba R617FS for a Spektrum AR7XXX with Satalite or 8 Channel with Satalite.
I'll be at the Basin Saturday and Sunday mornings till 9:00am
Thanks
Mike R
I'll be at the Basin Saturday and Sunday mornings till 9:00am
Thanks
Mike R
04-29-2011, 11:30 AM
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ORIGINAL: mr_matt
I got one a NIB AR7000 with one satellite I will trade, but I rarely get to the field. Want to mail it?
I got one a NIB AR7000 with one satellite I will trade, but I rarely get to the field. Want to mail it?
Mike R
04-30-2011, 04:18 PM
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thank you Matt, that was a good deal all round, I got a friend of mines Cularis setup as a full house glider now. He's one excited guy!
Mike R
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05-09-2011, 12:04 AM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
Here's a short video of Leroy flying his Bearcat "Rare Bear" WAY back in 2006.
It's a Thunder Tiger model and flew pretty well until................
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzXVpaUjWrs ( Leroy's "Rare Bear" )
Enjoy!
Ken.
It's a Thunder Tiger model and flew pretty well until................http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzXVpaUjWrs ( Leroy's "Rare Bear" )
Enjoy!
Ken.
05-09-2011, 06:09 AM
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ORIGINAL: scale only 4 me
Tell Leroy Tom said the '90s are over, loose the parichute pants already
Tell Leroy Tom said the '90s are over, loose the parichute pants already
Not to mention one hell of a nice guy.
Good flying LeRoy!
MIke R
05-09-2011, 08:51 AM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
FYI, I have a Spektrum DX7 Heli Mode 2 for sale. Listed on Ebay right now.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...STRK:MESELX:IT
I'll take $200.00 cash from a local buyer.
Mike R
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...STRK:MESELX:IT
I'll take $200.00 cash from a local buyer.
Mike R
05-09-2011, 10:32 AM
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ORIGINAL: MikeRuth
You tell him! LOL Have you met him? this guy is built like a brick **** house, Solid as a ROCK!.
Not to mention one hell of a nice guy.
Good flying LeRoy!
MIke R
ORIGINAL: scale only 4 me
Tell Leroy Tom said the '90s are over, loose the parichute pants already
Tell Leroy Tom said the '90s are over, loose the parichute pants already
Not to mention one hell of a nice guy.
Good flying LeRoy!
MIke R
05-11-2011, 06:33 PM
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I had sent Leroy a link to this post earlier in the week, he's pretty stoked about seeing his "Rare Bear" in flight.
Also agree, he is really nice and easy going guy.
Also agree, he is really nice and easy going guy.
05-12-2011, 04:47 PM
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Leroy's a great guy. I don't know him well personally but at the field he always has a big smile. We chat almost every time we are at the field at the same time.
05-13-2011, 08:56 AM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
One of things I do mis about SoCal besides the weather is the Basin and the Friendships I had there.
It was and still is I'm sure just a great place to hang out and BS will other Basin Bums.
But really Leroy,,, Parachute pants still,, Really??
Luv ya,, Mean it,,
Tom
It was and still is I'm sure just a great place to hang out and BS will other Basin Bums.
But really Leroy,,, Parachute pants still,, Really??
Luv ya,, Mean it,,
Tom
05-13-2011, 12:03 PM
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ORIGINAL: scale only 4 me
But really Leroy,,, Parachute pants still,, Really??
Luv ya,, Mean it,,
Tom
But really Leroy,,, Parachute pants still,, Really??
Luv ya,, Mean it,,
Tom
On him, it works for some reason!!!! One of the best guys out there.
alan
05-13-2011, 07:38 PM
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On him, it works for some reason!!!!
alan
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I agree!
I think the reason is that Leroy can wear anything he wants.
Also think he's one of the best guys out there. Always nice to talk to him.
Bill
05-18-2011, 08:42 AM
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
Hey guys,
I'm a Basin local as well and have been to the airfield a few times over the years.
Figured I'd ask here, anyone know any good local spots for on/off road RC running? I've been out of the game for many years and am ready to dive back into both road and possibly start into small electric helis.
Thanks!
I'm a Basin local as well and have been to the airfield a few times over the years.
Figured I'd ask here, anyone know any good local spots for on/off road RC running? I've been out of the game for many years and am ready to dive back into both road and possibly start into small electric helis.
Thanks!