Congratulations!
First Solo
Nick Van Looy
7/6/11
CFI: Josh Heinze
Michael Robinson
7/9/11
CFI: Seth Howell
James Cobey
7/17/11
CFI: Angela Brandini
Private Pilot
Morgan MacDonald
7/1/11
CFI: Aaron Bell
Richard Brennan
7/17/11
CFI: Cecil Chapman
IFR Rating
Walter Gyger
7/15/11
CFI: Ken Maples
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Welcome New Members
Juan Del Azar
Gaurav Londhe
Edward Munro
Nikola Zlatanov
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Upcoming Events
July
15, 5:00-8:00PM
Friday Evening BBQ
28, 6:00-9:00PM
Private Pilot Ground School starts
August
6, 9:00-11:00AM
Pancake Breakfast & Fly-out
11, 7:00PM
FAA Safety Team Seminar
19, 5:00-8:00PM
Friday Evening BBQ
September
3, 9:00-11:00AM
Pancake Breakfast & Fly-out
8, 7:00PM
FAA Safety Team Seminar
19, 5:00-8:00PM
Friday Evening BBQ
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Upcoming Classes
The next Private Pilot Ground class is scheduled to start on Thursday, July 28. Attending the ground class is an excellent way to get started on your Private Pilot training. The class will run for 12 weeks, one session per week, and three hours per session. We are currently taking names from interested individuals and their preferences for which day of the week to meet. The cost will be $250. Questions? Call Dispatch at (408) 729-5100. There is a Dispatcher on duty 8:00AM to 6:00PM, 7 days a week for your convenience.
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The Aircraft of Your Dreams Could Be Yours
Aircraft OwnershipOwning your own aircraft can truly offer you the freedom to control when you want to head out to your desired destination. Whether it is a getaway with family to that favorite vacation spot or that crucial business meeting, with your own aircraft at your disposal you have the flexibility you do not have with commercial air travel.
One Stop Aircraft Sales Destination To enjoy a smooth and thorough aircraft purchase or sales experience you need to work with a knowledgeable and competent sales organization. That is where Trade Winds Aviation comes in. We support our customers on all aspects of the purchase or sales process. We can locate that specific aircraft you are looking to purchase. We can list an aircraft you want to sell. You will also find the expert advice in the areas of aircraft insurance, tax implications, and so forth. Of course, the critical step in any purchase is the Pre-buy inspection and making sure you are getting what you expect.
Skycatcher Update
Deluxe skybox seating for a party of two.From its ergonomic seats, to its unique interior styling, the Skycatcher looks as good as it feels to fly. Prepare to enjoy a very exclusive view from above, afforded by its high-wing design.
The Skycatcher embodies the fun-to-fly characteristics standard in every Cessna aircraft. It is also the ideal, economical flight training aircraft to bring the joy and achievement of flight to yet another generation of pilots.
Trade Winds Aviation has sold several of these new aircraft. We are really excited to bring one or more to our rental fleet as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss the benefits of a new aircraft or a leaseback arrangement, please reach out to Terry McGee or Walt Gyger.
Looking For That Special Aircraft? We are currently listing a number of top quality new and used aircraft. Here is a sample of some of the aircraft we are listing:
1. 2011 Skycatcher $114,500 plus options 2. 2005 172S Nav III $152,000
Don't see what you are looking for; contact Terry McGee for a more extensive list.
Trade Winds Aviation - here to serve all your new and used aircraft purchase and sales needs.
Terry McGee Director of Sales 650-343-4800
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Fly-out News
Following pancake breakfast on the first Saturday of each month pilots and guests gather and then head out on a day trip by air (aka a fly-out). This year we have chosen as a theme California aviation museums as our fly-out destinations. We usually keep to the theme, but not always.
On July 2nd a group of four pilots again intended to fly to McClellan Airfield (MCC) near Sacramento to visit the Aerospace Museum of California. The temperature was predicted to be near 100 degrees in the Sacramento area that day. The group decided that there was no need to endure such high temperatures so we changed our plans and headed somewhere cooler. We flew in two airplanes to Oceano County Airport (L52) which is situated along the central coast just south of San Luis Obispo. Once there we walked the short distance into town and enjoy a nice lunch at Old Juans Mexican Cantina. After lunch we walked down to the beach to pick up some salt water taffy at a local shop.
On Saturday, August 6th is the next schedule fly-out. Not sure where we will head to this time, so show up for the pancake breakfast and offer your suggestions.
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Great Times To Catch Up With Fellow Pilots
Nothing is more inspiring than sitting around swapping stories about flying adventures. Someone said pilots are like fisherman, the tales only getting better with time.
Trade Winds Aviation offers two opportunities to catch up with fellow pilots. On the first Saturday of the month we host a pancake breakfast. The pancakes are ready starting at 9:00 AM. For those of you who are not early raisers on Saturdays, we have a second opportunity to get together. On the third Friday of the month we host a barbecue starting at 5:00 PM. Drop on by. Bring your family and friends.
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