AMARILLO AREA FLYING COMMUNITY
Photo: Ray Tillery and Teddy Acklin at Coyote's Open House.
Ray won one of the many door prizes: $25 gift certificate to
Joe's Crab Shack.
CONGRATULATIONS TO COYOTE'S NEWEST PILOT/RATINGS:
Brian Hudson, Private Pilot
Brandt Vermillion, Private Pilot
Thank you to everyone for the great feed back about the website, new features and new services! Let us know what features you would like to see. Feed back is always welcome at Coyote! Click Here
Be on the look out for more features coming: TFRs, Live ATC feeds, Flight Line Radio, Zulu clock, Sunrise/Sunset Time/Temp, Training Quotes, Quarterly Contest, FAA Testing Matrix, Educator's Corner, etc.
WHAT'S NEW : AMARILLO AREA
(Don't forget to check out the full list of Upcoming Aviation events listed at the bottom of this page.)
AMARILLO EAA-Chapter 267!
Amarillo's EAA meeting will be held Thursday, November 20th. They will be meeting at 6:30 PM at Hoffbrau restaurant (7203 W I-40-Coulter Exit). This will be an informal meeting, bring your spouse. The agenda will be an Aviation History Video and an update on individual aviation activities. Contact Bob Jones 355-2789, 626-1617 or Roger Robertson 570-0671 for more information.
WINGS PILOT PROFICIENCY PROGRAM
Thanks to everyone who came out for the "Brainstorming vs Barnstorming" Event. Pilots in the area who have questions about the WINGS program can contact any of the local FAASTeam Reps for assistance or contact Coyote Flight Centers. A current list of FAASTeam Reps can be found in the FAASTeam Directory on FAASafety.gov (Click Here).
AVIATION ART CONTEST
Texas Department of Transportation: Aviation Division is looking for kids (ages 6-17) to participate in the 2009 International Aviation Art Contest for the World Air Games 2009. There are three age divisions 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17. The top 3 winners from each division will move on to the National competition in Washington D.C. and winners from there will move on to the International Competition in Turin, Italy. Coyote will award any student from Amarillo who is selected to move on to the National Competition, a free sight seeing tour. Students must take at least one parent/guardian on the tour and is able to take an additional passenger (parent, sibling, friend, teacher, etc) on the flight. Entries must be post marked by January 16, 2009. Contest rules and certificate of Authenticity can be obtained at Coyote or online at the TxDOT Website. For more information about the contest contact Coyote or click here to go to the TxDOT Website for contest information. For information on the 2009 World Air Games click here. This contest is open to public, private and home school students. (As per Becky at TXDOT-the use of colored pencils ARE acceptable.)
NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR CHIRSTMAS LIGHT FLIGHTS
Coyote is now taking reservation for this year's Christmas Light Flights. These flights run approximately 1 hour. The cost is $150 per flight for up to 3 people. (The price is NOT per person.) Flights will be conducted after sunset through December 30th. Call 335-9763 to set up your reservation.
AVIATION FOR KIDS
Amarillo College for kids (Kid's College) will include an aviation class this summer. The program will introduce kids to the world of aviation with plenty of hands-on activities. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
TxDOT AVIATION DIVISION'S NEWSLETTER (WINGTIPS) FOCUSES ON TEXAS PANHANDLE AREA
In the Fall 2008 edition of WINGTIPS, several articles are concentrated on our areas airports. Dumas' Moore County Airport (Brandon Cox-Manager) is the cover story about its part in the 2007 Valero explosion and the grant it will receive to help upgrade the airport. Borger's Hutchinson County Airport (Dennis O' Bryant- Manager) is another recipient of a TxDOT grant ...starting with a needed game fence to help keep the runway free from large animals. Dalhart Municipal Airport salutes Cecil Ingram, owner, who has been with the airport since 1948. In addition, you can read about the proposed Randall County Airpark and Judge Houdashell's support. You can view the newsletter by clicking here.
PIRATES OF THE CANYON "RETURN OF THE PEARL" BALLOON RALLY Click Here for pictures! ABA general meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month. For more information about ABA and how to participate visit balloonamarillo.org.
FACES OF FLIGHT - SHARON JOHNSON'S INTERVIEW
Amarillo Uptown magazine (August 2008) interviewed local pilots: Sharon Johnson, Tanya Hollabaugh (Coyote's one and only!) and Mindy Johnson. Sharon's interview is online. If you don't have the bug to fly, you haven't seen her interview! Click Here to watch the clip! The articles for each pilot can be found by Clicking Here.
AIRCRAFT IN THE PRESS!
Texas Highways magazine (September 2008 issue) features Palo Duro Canyon as one of the "7 Wonders" in Texas. The magazine's awesome centerfold is a picture of our Cherokee flying over Palo Duro Canyon. All the local photos were taken from the Alarus (Yes, great pictures from a low wing with no obstructions!) You can get your copy of the article from local newsstands. Online articles are summaries only, click here. Palo Duro pictures are only found in the magazine.
CHARTS AND SECTIONALS UPDATE
As of October 1st, the National Aeronautical Charting Office (NACO) will increase the price for sectionals and charts. The new prices are listed on our Pilot Shop page. Click here.
In addition, NACO will be making changes to the World Aeronautical Charts (WAC). Beginning with the December 18, 2008 effective date, WACs will only show obstructions that are 500' AGL or taller. VFR Sectionals and Terminal Area Charts will not be affected by this change. These will continue to depict obstructions of 200' AGL and higher.
WHAT'S NEW : COYOTE FLIGHT CENTERS
(Don't forget to check out the full list of Upcoming Aviation events listed at the bottom of this page.)
* CHRISTMAS GIFTS
Looking for a gift for a pilot this Christmas? We have received special items for just this occasion. Give us a call or come take a look. Have something specific in mind? We can order it with no extra charge. Need ideas? We can help!
* FAA Forms
Coyote now has Aircraft Bill of Sale and Aircraft Registration forms (8050-1 and 8050-2) in the office. Feel free to stop by and pick one up. We will keep a supply of these in the office. They will be here when you need one.
* NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR CHIRSTMAS LIGHT FLIGHTS
Coyote is now taking reservation for this year's Christmas Light Flights. These flights run approximately 1 hour. The cost is $150 per flight for up to 3 people. (The price is NOT per person.) Flights will be conducted after sunset through December 30th. Call 335-9763 to set up your reservation.
* Website Additions
New features are continuously being added! Look around and note what changes you see! Thank you to everyone for the great feed back about the website, new features and new services! Let us know what features you would like to see. Feed back is always welcome at Coyote! Click Here.
Be on the look out for more features coming: TFRs, Live ATC feeds, Flight Line Radio, Zulu clock, Sunrise/Sunset Time/Temp, Training Quotes, Quarterly Contest, FAA Testing Matrix, Educator's Corner, etc.
* N644AM
Additional trainer - 2001 Alarus - Same make and model, same specs, same great training! If you are checked out to fly 215LF “Puppy” then you are automatically able to fly 644AM “Mike.” You choose which one to fly. See the picture on our website at http://www.iflycfc.com/aircraft.html
* E-mail Billing
We can send your monthly statements via email.
* Automatic Payment Option
We can make your credit card payments directly with a credit card on file.
* Personalized Charts/ Sectional Subscriptions
We can keep your charts updated for you with your specific requests.
* CATS Testing Center
We are now a CATS testing center. AOPA members get a $10 discount.
Ground Schools
(Don't forget to check out the full list of Upcoming Aviation events listed at the bottom of this page.)
Be watching for information about accelerated ground schools and summer kids programs!
AMARILLO COLLEGE: Full Length Semester Classes. (For information on the class, contact Coyote Flight Centers at 335-9763. To register for the class, contact Amarillo College Leisure Studies Department at 371-2920 or register online at ACTX.edu.) Registration for these classes will begin in August 2008. Please be sure to register for the class. Classes with less than 8 students will be dropped. Please don't wait to see if a class will "make" before you register.
REGISTRATION STARTS DECEMBER 17 FOR SPRING 2009 CLASSES. Each class must have a minimum enrollment of 8. Don't wait to register!
1. Private Pilot Ground School - January 20 - May 5, 2009. Class will meet from 6-9 pm every Tuesday at the Civil Air Patrol Office.
2. IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) Ground School - January 21 - May 6, 2009. Class will meet from 6-9 pm every Wednesday at the Civil Air Patrol Office. Prerequisite: Private Pilot Certificate.
3. Pilot Refresher Course - January 20 - May 5, 2009. Classes will be meet from 6-9 pm every Tuesday at the Civil Air Patrol Office.
Upcoming Aviation Events 2008
(Don't forget to check out the special events listed above for additional local, Coyote and ground school information.)
November 08
6-8 AOPA Expo 2008; San Jose, CA
7 B-17 Tour Stop; Tulsa, OK
8 Fly-In Breakfast; Beaumont, KS (SNO7)
8 Pecan Plantation Airpark Fall Fly-In; Granbury, TX (0TX1)
8 Elm Creek Airpark 12th Annual Fly-In; Seguin, TX (0TX6)
8 Celebrate Freedom WWII Event; Jones Riverside Airport (KRVS); Displays, airshow and dance
8 World's Oldest Free Fly-in and Airshow; Fairview, OK
8 Celebrate Freedom WWII Event. Tulsa, OK Jones Riverside Airport (KRVS)
11 B-17 Tour Stop; Hutchinson, KS
11 "Special Use Airspace and Strategies for Avoiding a Violation" 1900 hr; Laramie County Community College; Cheyenne, WY
13 "ABQ FSS Open House/Pilot Seminar" 1900hr; Albuquerque, NM
14 "Brainstorming vs. Barnstorming" 6:00 pm @ Coyote/CAP. How can WINGS help you fly? What are the benefits? How does it work? Why is it good for pilots in Amarillo? What are your opinions? You may already have credit and not know it! We will explain it and provide personalized help to get you started. Bring your thoughts, ideas and come speak your mind!
15 Wing Nuts Kids Program; Junction City, KS
15 Ninety Nines Poker Run; West Houston Airport (IWS)
15 "Rocks in Your Head? Spatial Disorientation" 2000 hr; Tulsa, OK (KRVS)
17 "Avoiding Runway Incursions" 1800 hr; Englewood, CO; (KAPA)
18 "Get a Pilot Weather Briefing Like a Pro" 1900 hr; Fort Worth, TX
20 Amarillo EAA meeting; 6:30 PM at Hoffbrau!
20 "Don't stick your leg in a bag of snakes" Avoiding VFR into IMC presented by John Boatright. 1830 at Blue Sky Aviation, Clovis (CVN)
21 B17 Tour and Flight; Albuquerque, NM (AEG)
21 "Getting to KNow You, A Lesson in ADM" 1830 hr; Lubbock, TX
22 Pancake Breakfast;Tyler, TX (TYR)
28 Turkey Trop; Wharton Airport, Wharton, TX
December 08
5 BBQ Luncheon; La Grange, TX
5-7 B-17 Tour Stop; La Grange, TX
11 Challenge Air Planning Meeting 6 PM at Coyote! Updates and Stage 2 Planning.
13 This Year's Review: Local Trends and 2008 NALL Report. 1 PM at Coyote Flight Centers Informal, sit down, open-discussion about local aviation safety and how we can improve safety in our area. Contact Angie (335-9763) for more information.
2009
March
14-15 Air Fiesta 2009; Brownsville, TX (KBRO)
April
25-26 Coulter Air Classic; Bryan, TX (KCFD); Acrobat Aerial demonstrations, Vintage Military Aircraft
July 27 - August 2, 2009 EAA Oshkosh
SEPTEMBER 09
CHALLENGE AIR FOR KIDS AND FRINEDS! Coming to Amarillo September 12, 2009!
Registration is now available online for Pilots, Kids, Agencies and Volunteers! Click Here.
Challenge Air was founded in 1993. The mission is to offer motivational, inspirational and life changing experiences to children and youth with special challenges by soaring above their perceived limitations and giving them a chance and choice to see the world form a different view - a view from the sky.
The "Fly Day" event will allow these children and their families to spend a day - for free - at the airport with activities, entertainment, food, fun, learn about aircraft and fly. Riding as co-pilots, these children are inspired and motivated to take their experience of flying and internalizing a sense of pride and accomplishment that they can take with them for years to come.
This day will help facilitate communication and awareness of the variety of needs within our community. Agencies that support children, youth and families with special needs are welcome to set up a booth and/or banners during the event to distribute information to the parents about their services.
Area businesses are encouraged to sponsor the event. Sponsors will be given special recognition with advertising at the event and on T-shirts provided to the participating children. All sponsors are invited to set up a booth and/or banner, not only to advertise their product and services, but to represent their career field to the future workforce. Product donations are also accepted to help facilitate the event.
Volunteers are inspired by the smiles and joy they see. Volunteers are needed throughout the day to help register, play, and act as aircraft ground crew, help with ground activities, and more.
Registration for children agencies, pilot and volunteers is all done online a ChallengeAir. com.
Coyote Flight Centers does not endorse and are not responsible for events not sponsored by Coyote Flight Centers. The events are for informational purposes only. All FAA requirements are subject to change. Always check for update information at FAA.gov.