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Hello there There are still a few spot in both Saturday and Sunday for Jerry Manthey's maintenance seminar in beautiful Santa Maria, CA. Come and learn from the best, meet other Mooney pilots, and support MAPA and Jerry Manthey. We are so very pleased that Jerry offered to do this seminar for us. If you want to come, call LELA at MAPA today 210-525-8008 I had a question from a potential attendee so I thought I would post the question and the answer from Jerry. The pilot asked what topics were covered and what topics were Mooney specific. I called Jerry and this is what he said: "We cover everything from the tip of the spinner to the tail light. All Mooney." Manual has 17 chapters. Seminar covers: corrosion, electrical, prop, fuel, mags, landing gear [major focus], preventative maintenance, documentation, regulations, flight surfaces, wheels, brakes, tires, ways to save money safely. At the end of class you all go to the demo airplane [or the participant who wants to] and go over all they have learned. He says he stays until all the questions are answered. There are a few more spots. Come on now, sign up. The Ambassadors are bringing strawberries for the morning!! Mitch and Jolie N6619U N211MJ

We had a great time at Columbia Airport's Father's Day Fly-In. I believe we had ten Mooneys in for the fun. Since the event was turned into a one-day only event, we offered to do a Mooney formation fly-by. It was a hit with the audience. Thanks to Dave Marten, Mitch Latting and Ed Mandibles for the demonstration. It was so much fun talking to folks about Mooney and getting kids in the airplanes. Many thanks to our display aircraft owners: Ed Mandibles, Karen and Fernando Torres, and of course my Mitch. Next up is Lake in the Sky at South Lake Tahoe. We are the only service group invited specifically by event organizers. So come join the fun. August 23-25th. Shoot me a PM or email if you would like to come.

The line up is great. Make sure to register, it is free! Here is the video trailer for the event: http://youtu.be/nQUA6Dz7mjg

That is super cool!

ArtCraft and the Ambassadors are getting ready to host Mooney Mechanic legend Jerry Manthey on June 21 and 22. There are still spots available for both days. This is an awesome and maybe one of the last opportunities to learn from Jerry. If you would like to attend please call MAPA to register. Telephone: (210) 525-8008 We will have donuts and strawberries in the morning, a great seminar, lecture about paint, free give aways, and lots of fun. Ambassador wear is also for sale. Who could ask for a better educational opportunity. So far we have planes coming from Tahoe to San Diego. Come one come all!

ArtCraft and the Ambassadors are getting ready to host Mooney Mechanic legend Jerry Manthey on June 21 and 22. There are still spots available for both days. This is an awesome and maybe one of the last opportunities to learn from Jerry. If you would like to attend please call MAPA to register. Telephone: (210) 525-8008 We will have donuts and strawberries in the morning, a great seminar, lecture about paint, free give aways, and lots of fun. Ambassador wear is also for sale. Who could ask for a better educational opportunity. So far we have planes coming from Tahoe to San Diego. Come one come all!

You will want to get some Mooney specific training from a CFI who has many hours in a Mooney. I transitioned from a Warrior to the Mooney. The CFI I used owned a C model, so that was awesome education. Yes, join MAPA. It is our professional association, and a direct line to the Mooney factory, plus a great monthly magazine. MooneySpace is a great resource. Of course, I am biased but also become a Mooney Ambassador and help us to promote General Aviation and Support our Mooney Airplane Company. http://www.MooneyAmbassadors.com

I had a question from a potential attendee so I thought I would post the question and the answer from Jerry. The pilot asked what topics were covered and what topics were Mooney specific. I called Jerry and this is what he said: "We cover everything from the tip of the spinner to the tail light. All Mooney." Manual has 17 chapters. Seminar covers: corrosion, electrical, prop, fuel, mags, landing gear [major focus], preventative maintenance, documentation, regulations, flight surfaces, wheels, brakes, tires, ways to save money safely. At the end of class you all go to the demo airplane [or the participant who wants to] and go over all they have learned. He says he stays until all the questions are answered. There are a few more spots. Come on now, sign up. The Ambassadors are bringing strawberries and donuts for the morning!!

I had a question from a potential attendee so I thought I would post the question and the answer from Jerry. The pilot asked what topics were covered and what topics were Mooney specific. I called Jerry and this is what he said: "We cover everything from the tip of the spinner to the tail light. All Mooney." Manual has 17 chapters. Seminar covers: corrosion, electrical, prop, fuel, mags, landing gear [major focus], preventative maintenance, documentation, regulations, flight surfaces, wheels, brakes, tires, ways to save money safely. At the end of class you all go to the demo airplane [or the participant who wants to] and go over all they have learned. He says he stays until all the questions are answered. There are a few more spots. Come on now, sign up. The Ambassadors are bringing strawberries and donuts for the morning!!

I am not sure why my earlier post is a poll, but here is what I wrote. The event is a GO in Santa Maria. Thanks to all for signing up. Mitch and I are looking forward to meeting many of you from the list. Teresa from ArtCraft Paint has donated a wash/detail [$350] value, so that is super fun too. We are working on rates at the Raddison. As far as other areas of the country, it is best to email Jerry at: jerrymantheysr@gmail.com I know that Indiana did not go last month due to decreased attendance. We are super excited! Fun fun

The event is a GO in Santa Maria. Thanks to all for signing up. Mitch and I are looking forward to meeting many of you from the list. Teresa from ArtCraft Paint has donated a wash/detail [$350] value, so that is super fun too. We are working on rates at the Raddison. As far as other areas of the country, it is best to email Jerry at: jerrymantheysr@gmail.com I know that Indiana did not go last month due to decreased attendance. We are super excited! Fun fun

Just giving this topic a BUMP. If you would like to attend please call MAPA to register. Telephone: (210) 525-8008 As many of you know, this might be one of Jerry's last seminars. If you are interested, register! Where else can you learn from a Mooney legend for $199 including his manual? I did speak to Jerry about travelling to other locations, specifically New Jersey. He said for east coast he would need a minimum of 35 attendees, but to please email him at: Jerry Manthey jerrymantheysr@gmail.com

This from Mooney Ambassador and Mountain Flying Guru Buz Allen: For anyone contemplating a trip to or thru the Rockies this Summer a FREE Colorado Aeronautical Chart is Available with Enough Safety Advise to make your trip a Memorable one and Not a Statistical one! There are 12 Mountain AWOS Stations located thru the mountainous areas of the state which can be reached by phone or radio! They will give you "current Wx"!! To get your chart either call 303-261-4418 or text www.colorado-aeronautics.org and request a chart !!! Your fuel taxes will pay for it !

woops, I didn't see your post Mitch before I posted. Sorry all for a double post!

We are very excited to invite you to our CalPilots Annual Meeting/Fly-In, California Dreamin'. California Dreamin' will be graciously hosted by The San Luis Jet Center at McChesney Field [sBP] in beautiful San Luis Obispo on October 18th and 19th. ACI San Luis Jet Center owner Bill Borgsmiller and general manager Andrew Robilard are very generous supporters of general aviation and they have graciously opened their entire facility to us. Friday evening, October 18th, starts off with some great wine tasting from a local internationally famous winery. This will be followed by our Beach Burger Fry and Dance [$15] with a great BBQ from our own Central Coast Smokers. The evening will continue with a wonderful aviation speaker, Judy Phelps (2011 CFI of the Year), followed by dancing under the stars to The San Luis Jazz Band featuring CalPilots Region 3 VP Mitch Latting. Shane Wallace, one of our local balloon pilots, will be providing a Twilight Balloon Glow too. JR Smith will have his 1943 Super Stearman available on Friday evening in case you would like to purchase a ride in this historic airplane. You will not want to miss this night! Saturday morning, October 19th, we will begin with our CalPilots Annual Meeting. All are invited and encouraged to attend. We follow the Annual Meeting with a wonderful presentation by George and John Kounis from Pilot Getaways Magazine. Next up will be AOPA Vice President, Airport Advocacy, Bill Dunn. Finally, we are very proud to announce our keynote speaker, famed aviation educator and humorist Rod Machado. As part of Saturday's events, a raffle and silent auction will be held, offering terrific aviation products as well as other fun items. A Santa Maria style-BBQ provided by Central Coast Smokers [$10] will take place in the early afternoon. And again, Banner Airways pilot JR Smith will be offering rides in his 1943 Super Stearman. After luncheon, we invite you to become a tourist here on the beautiful Central Coast of California. Hearst Castle at San Simeon is just a short 40-minute drive up breathtaking Highway One. On the way up to the Castle, stop and visit "one of America's prettiest towns" Cambria. After the Castle Tour, continue up Highway One, just seven miles north of the Castle and enjoy the magnificent Elephant Seal Rookery at Piedras Blancas Beach. These amazing elephant seals are something you really do not want to miss either! Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo regions boast over 300 wineries. Chardonnays, Cabernets, Zinfandels and more are await your pallet! Heading just 10 minutes South of San Luis Obispo is famous Pismo Beach. Hang out on the beach, walk the pier and boardwalk, or peruse the many shops available. While you're down in Pismo area, consider a skydive by Sky Dive Pismo Beach out of our "little slice of paradise" Oceano Airport. The Great American Melodrama is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon or evening of song and dance. A complimentary concierge for hotel accommodations and car rentals reservations for California Dreamin' are provided through ACI San Luis Jet Center. The Jet Center is also providing free aircraft parking along with a generous fuel discount. Come join us for California Dreamin', our California Pilots Annual Meeting. This will be a fun and educational event for all. You will learn how you can help promote and protect your airport and have tons of fun in the process. So, come one, come all. Help us help you, please join us! All Mooneys welcome. Let's see a lot of those beauties on the ramp. Register here: http://www.calpilots.org/index.php?option=com_fabrik&view=form&fabrik=7&random=0&fabriklayout=default&Itemid=146

I fly into Sonoma Skypark. It is a little daunting at first, but with careful planning I just did great. A local told me that if you aren't down by the S in Sonoma you need to go round. And if there are tree branches in your landing gear you need to steepen your approach. HA I also have flown Santa Rosa and Petaluma too.

Now that WeatherUnderground, Weather.Com, NOAA weather and the WeatherChannel are all in agreement, I might relax! Looks to be high 60s to 70s for our Friday and Saturday event next weekend. I know I don't have to tempt you, but we have great live music both days: San Luis Jazz Band [Friday night] and Central City Swing Band [saturday day]. We are collecting items for military care packages. Fuel discount, cool raffle prizes, free admission [saturday], beach-side, lodging discount. We aren't more than 2.5 hours away from most of California....so come on! Great panning beach cams at http://www.PismoBeach.com or our webcams on the field http://www.OceanoAirport.com

Gosh, maybe six at Oceano? It is hard to say. With the weather promising to be in the 70s and clear, we could get a whole gaggle of Mooneys. ArtCraft will have a booth and has donated a $350 wash/wax/detail for our raffle. We usually have between 6-15 Mooneys at Oceano Celebration, just not sure how many will be there with their ArtCraft Paint jobs.

Here is the latest: May 10-11, 2013 L52 Oceano Airport Celebration Beach Burger Fry and Dance Friday May 10th: Beach Burger Fry and Dance Come and join us at Oceano Airport for a Burger Fry and dance to the San Luis Jazz Band. Stay the night camping at the airport, or enjoying one of our local hotels. Pacific Plaza Resort is offering a $65 King suite which sleeps 4. [PacificPlazaResort.com for more.] $10 for hayrides, dinner and dance. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday May 11th: Oceano Airport Celebration Day 2013. A Salute to Veterans. 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Free admission. Fuel discount. Lions Club pancake breakfast, static displays, emergency responder displays. 12:00 opening ceremonies and veterans recognition 12:30 Lunch served by the Oceano Elks Lodge. Live big band music: Central City Swing Band. 2:00: raffle. Free Children's activities. Family fun. We are collecting care package items for our soldiers who are serving in foreign countries. Please bring: DVDs, black socks, baby wipes, beef jerky, toiletries or hard candies to donate. Point Person: Mitch Latting. May 11, 2013 Hayward, CA KHWD is holding their airport day open house on coincident with the presence of the EAA B-17 "Aluminum Overcast". The open house focus is introducing aviation to the next generation of aviators. Flyers will go out to all of the area elementary, middle, and high schools. It worked really well last year and I expect it will again. We are extending an invitation to the Mooney Ambassadors to participate. The airport administration is talking to the on-field fuel seller about a discounted rate. We are also looking into providing a meal-ticket (lunch) for those who participate. Point Person: Claude Goldsmith June 7, 2013 Wings to Walla Walla. KAWL. This is a fun annual event. Wine tasting, aircraft displays. Here is the website for more information http://www.wingstowallawalla.com/. Point Person: Fred Juhos. June 22-23, 2013, Mooney Maintenance Seminar with Jerry Manthey, ArtCraft Paint, Santa Maria, CA: Master Mechanic and Mooney Legend, Jerry Manthey $199.00 per person includes the seminar, Jerry's maintenance manual,and lunch. Come learn from the best. ArtCraft Paint, our host, will offer a presentation on Mooney painting and will raffle a free detail.Not a member of MAPA? You should be! $243.50 is the non-MAPA price and includes a year membership. We must have 30 students signed up and paid by May 22nd or the class will be cancelled. For registration: http://mooneypilots.com/ Should be a great weekend on the Central Coast of California. We are so pleased that Jerry offered to do this for us. June 15-16th Father's Day Fly-In, Columbia California, O22. Columbia is a quaint gold-mining town in the foothills of the Sierras. The Father's Day Fly-In just can't be beat. There is an aircraft only campground complete with hot showers and electricity near the grass runway. Boy Scouts provide a great pancake breakfast in the campground. Free shuttles across the runways. Static displays, emergency responder demonstrations. Flour Bombing and Spot Landing contests. {Mooney pilots have a long history of winning these!} The Mooney Ambasadors are one of the only service groups with two or three display airplanes. Last year, we had 100 degrees and the Moo-Pool was a big hit. Come join the fun. Point Person: Jolie Lucas August 24-26th, 2012 KTVL South Lake Tahoe, Lake in the Sky Airshow Join us at Lake Tahoe in 2013 for the 24th year celebration of America's High Altitude Air Show. The Mooney Ambassadors are the only type club that has specifically been invited by the event administration for the past several years. We had 22 airplanes in 2009, 14 in 2010, 24 in 2011 18 in 2012. how many are coming in 2013? Friday night dinner is a salute to Veterans who have served or are serving our country. Saturday is the big day, and we expect upwards of 11,000 visitors. There is an opportunity for six Mooney Ambassadors to take place in the air show by doing high-speed passes. We typically get a nice hotel rate and car rental rate for this event. Point Persons: Michael Golden and Jolie Lucas. October 5-6, 2013 California Capital Airshow, Mather Field, Sacramento The eighth annual California Capital Airshow will be roaring across the skies of our region again, October 5-6, 2013. We'll have spine-tingling performances including an international jet team, the Snowbirds, military demonstrations, world-class aerobatics, wingsuit flyers, barnstorming, wing walking, and endless entertainment and displays along the ramp. And the best part? Nearly all of the high-flying action hasn't been seen in the Sacramento region. Point person: Jeff Ingram.

Hope you can come up to Oceano, or maybe Columbia for Ambassador events. I knew Teresa and the crew at ArtCraft would make it perfect for you