Jan Maxwell

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions!! One thing’s for certain, pilots know about making critical decisions like: “Should I file an ASRS Report (Aviation Safety Reporting System) for a mistake I made today, or shouldn’t I?” This one has an easy, predetermined answer, ABSOLUTELY YES, file it!!! Having a Mission Rule for such things either on the ground, or in the air provides a pre-cooked answer or takes much of the ambiguity out of it. Register for MooneyMAX 2022 Conference right away! Gain some great information from Mr. Richard Simile, he is the President of Thunderbird Aircraft Sales, and has 45 years in aviation. Mr. Simile is a Mooney Specialist and has been associated with the sale of Mooney Airplanes for 30+ years and he is well known in the Mooney community. Experience Mr. Simile’s dynamic presentation on “Aeronautical Decision Making Related to NASA Mission Rules.” This is a safety presentation about Mooney Aircraft and Pilot Decision Making. This presentation focuses on solidifying "Mission Rules" directly related to mandatory resolution actions in the event of an emergency OR situation that might lead a pilot toward a continuingly deteriorating situation unless a predetermined decision (Mission Rule) is followed which would break the chain of events leading to an incident or accident. We hope you can make...........MooneyMAX 2022 Registration and Tickets MooneyMAX 2022 Conference Richard A. Simile Thunderbird Aircraft Sales LLC 334-332-2100 Auburn AL Office 602-884-2111 Chandler AZ Office richard@thunderbirdaircraft.comwww.thunderbirdaircraft.com

Heard horror stories about Mooney spins? Think you have the “right stuff” or the nerve to try one? Before making that crucial decision check with Mr. Bob Kromer, Mooney Factory Development and Certification Engineering Test Pilot and former Mooney Factory Executive VP and General Manager, will be one of our very special speakers at MooneyMAX 2022. Kromer will be presenting a special session on the REAL TRUTH about Mooney spins. As one of the test pilots for Mooney during development and certification, he HAD the “Right Stuff.” It’s our understanding that old films from the 60’s of the actually spin testing will be pulled out of mothballs and shown. You don’t want to miss this! Be sure and register today and plan to attend MooneyMAX 2022. Just one of the many great presenters this year. MooneyMAX 2022 Registration: Registration link for MooneyMAX 2022 registration

Holiday Inn Longview - Infinity Event Center 300 Tuttle Circle Longview, Texas 903-663-6464 Special rates for conference: $85.00 Transportation to and from airport (GGG) provided. Special airport parking for all Mooneys.

Hello again from MooneyMAX! Let’s make your Mooney famous! The movie: “Showing Mooney Love” We love our Mooneys and most of us probably keep pictures on our phones. (We keep them handy just in case the subject of aviation comes up.) This year during MooneyMAX 2022 we’ve found a way to show off and brag about our planes and have fun doing it. A photo contest displaying your Mooney(s) is underway. You are encouraged to upload your favorite photos and/or videos through your MooneyMAX (Whova) Conference website. All entries will be edited into a movie "Showing Mooney Love" that will be run throughout the conference. Winners will be announced at the Saturday evening banquet. details: Contest images uploaded may be: Family vacations with your Mooney, Unusual places you've flown to and would like to share, Airshows (with your Mooney of course), In-flight or formation flights, Be sure to include interior and panel shots, this is a beauty contest also, Just hanging around the hangar, and Even funny photos that show the love. Information as to where the photo/video was taken and a little about the trip will be very helpful. Make sure you add the Reg Number, year, and model to compete. You may upload or submit up to 10 images. Images and/or video should be submitted by June 3rd in order for editing. We will make every attempt to include entries before the start of the conference. Prizes will be awarded at the Saturday evening banquet. (Secret judges for now to keep them honest. They may think they can be bought.) A final cut of the video (including awards) will be made and available to all participants following MooneyMAX 2022. Categories for Prizes: “Best Short Body” “Best Mid Body” “Best Long Body” “Best in Show” “Best Photo Showing Mooney Love” Should you have any problems uploading images or videos, don’t hesitate to send me your entries or give me a call at 903-931-2313. I’ll make sure your Mooney is in. I've already had some folks say they KNOW they have the winner. So, if you haven’t registered for MooneyMAX 2022 and want to enter your beautiful Mooney do so now. Make your Mooney a STAR. Register at: www.MooneyMAX.com MooneyMAX 2022 Conference website and register

The “Mooney Dinner Club” has once again arranged a special evening for Mooney folks to enjoy a group dinner during MooneyMAX 2022. Your host, Mr. Don Muncy warmly extends an invitation to all participants of MooneyMAX to join the fun Friday evening, June 10th, following the day’s sessions. The group will leave our host hotel for a brief 3-minute walk to Papacita’s Mexican Restaurant which is next door to the Holiday Inn Longview. The restaurant will have a special Fajita Buffet with all the trimmings for us and serve in their private dining area upstairs. Tickets for this Friday evening event are $23.00* a person. Alcoholic beverages may be purchased at the table, Cash Bar. In order for the restaurant to prepare for us restaurant management requires the total count of people, therefore the deadline for the “Mooney Dinner Club” is June 6. We will have a limited number of “Dinner” tickets at the MooneyMAX registration table. From years’ experience of this dinner, there has been anywhere from 20 to 40 people participating in this fun. This year we have arranged to accommodate up to 60. Be sure to purchase your Mooney Dinner Club ticket early. It’s a wonderful way to visit with old friends and make many new ones. Menu: • Mesquite Grilled Chicken Breast • Steak Strips • Grilled Onions & Peppers • Flour Tortillas • Cheese Enchiladas with chili con queso sauce • Beef Tacos • Sour Cream • Pico De Gallo • Refried Beans • Spanish Rice • Guacamole • Tea and Coffee • Dessert: Hot Sopapillas with honey *Alcoholic beverages may be purchased at your table (cash bar) For additional information or assistance don’t forget you can reach EVERYONE attending MooneyMAX 2022 through your MooneyMAX Whova Event website. Be sure to go to the TICKETS tab and purchase your tickets if you would like to join this group. Don Muncy, “Mooney Dinner Club” Host Jan Maxwell, Event Coordinator, 903-931-2313 Ticket Purchase and Registration: MooneyMAX Tickets and Registration Link

Link: MooneyMAX 2022 Conference - June 9-12 - complete website, agenda, speakers, registration and more Presenters: Friday, June 10: First full day of Mooney seminars Charles Thomas "Cowboy" Crinnian, M.D. – “After the Crash: Survival Skills” Gary Reeves, 2019 FAA Instructor of the Year - “Foreflight Training for IFR” Parker Woodruff, Airspeed Insurance – “Insurance for Mooneys, What to Expect” Don Maxwell, MSC – “You’re Not Going to Believe This!” Mooney Tales from the Crypt with Photos Kevin Hawley, Mooney International, Chief Engineer – “Mooney TKS System” Carl Sharon, Houston Tank Specialties – “Mooney Fuel Tanks and Corrosion” Teresa Venegas, Pres and CEO, Artcraft Aircraft Paint, CA – “Painting your Mooney” John Heath, FAA ATC – “Tips from the Tower from 30 years” Saturday, June 11: Second full day of Mooney seminars Bob Kromer, Former CEO Mooney Airplane Company – Mooney Spins – Truth and Fiction Jonathan Pollack, CEO, Mooney International Corp – Words from the Factory Thomas Bowen, Chief Engineer, Bye Aerospace Inc - “History and Revival of the Mooney Predator” Paul Maxwell, MSC and Maxwell Avionics – “The future of Mooney Avionics” Jimmy Garrison, President, G-MAX American Aircraft Sales – “Protect the Value of Your Mooney” Gary Reeves, 2019 FAA Instructor of the Year – “Top 10 IFR Mistakes” Mooney Caravan – “What to Expect from the Caravan in 2022” Richard Simile, President, Thunderbird Aircraft Sales – “Aeronautical Decision Making Related to NASA Mission Rules” Evening Wine and Cheese Reception followed by Evening Banquet Evening Keynote Speaker: Gary Reeves, 2019 FAA NATIONAL CFI of the YEAR 2 Days of Right Seat Ready!© - Jolie Lucas and Jan Maxwell, Co-Founders

So very sad to have Jerry leave us. He was one of the greats. Prayers for Ethel and the family.

Don, Paul and our crew worked all today finishing up their part of the Predator project and getting is ready for new paint. Predator will not only be at the June conference but will be flying that weekend. Also, our Mooney Mustang project will be complete, on display and flying. I just have to keep the coals stoked under their feet to keep them working.

Let's just hope all this will pass in time for West Coast Mooney trip. Looks like we will be flying the Missile to Sun River. J

Sad notice to have to send: Due to ongoing concerns regarding the spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) and after discussions with attendees and exhibitors the decision has been made to cancel the MooneyMAX Conference this year. The health and wellbeing of the Mooney community is our main concern and all are in our prayers. Don Maxwell Aviation Service Center, however, will continue to be open for all services during this trying time. As always, we will strive to accommodate all owners with their Mooney maintenance needs. Give us a call for any assistance. Let's all hope this virus thing will be behind us all before Air Venture 2020. See everyone at Oshkosh! From this Mooney family to our beloved Mooney community, stay safe and well.

Great ideas and agree. As to #8: MooneyMAX is a non-profit formed specifically for Mooney education. MooneyMAX 2020 will be a 3-day educational Conference for Mooney owners of all models the first of May. Returning and confirmed guest speakers are Mike Busch, Bob Minnis, Bob Kromer, Jimmy Garrison, and others. NO pilot knows EVERYTHING! Aviation education and knowledge of our Mooney’s should be a constant goal. Would love to hear ideas and suggestions of areas owners would like covered.

Don, Paul and I will be at Oshkosh all week!

Maybe...watch for announcements. Of course, I'm out of this venture. I have enough on my plate and keep trying to retire. LOL But GMax is off and running.

June 6-9, 2019 - Longview, Texas Conference Itinerary Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - Hilton Garden Inn, Longview, Texas Registration check-in - 1:00 – 7:00 - Pre-Function area of Conference Center Thursday, June 6, 2019 – SEMINARS Hilton Garden Inn, Longview, Texas 7:00 – 8:00 Breakfast Buffet 8:00 -- 8:15 Opening and Welcome 8:15 -- 9:15 Mooney International - 9:15 -- 10:45 Mr. Mike Busch 10:45 – 11:00 BREAK 11:00 – 11:45 Mooney Caravan - Dr. Chuck “Cowboy” Crinnian - President 11:45 – 1:00 BUFFET LUNCH – Hilton Garden Inn - Served in Pre-Function area of Convention Area (after obtaining your lunch, please return to the Oakmont Room to relax and enjoy your lunch.) 1:00 – 1:45 Power Flow Systems, Inc. – Jim Shafer 1:45 – 2:30 Genesys Aerosystems – S-Tec Autopilot 2:30 – 2:45 BREAK 2:45 – 3:30 FAA – Air Traffic Control –John Heath 3:30 – 4:15 Houston Tank Specialties – Carl Sharon 4:15 – 4:45 Concorde Battery – Don Grunke 4:45 – 6:00 MooneyMAX – Don Maxwell and Paul Maxwell 6:00 – 7:30 Mooney Mixer – Cocktail Party and hors d'oeuvres Friday, June 7, 2019 Hilton Garden Inn Hotel 7:00 – 8:00 Breakfast Buffet 8:00 – 8:10 Welcome – Paul Maxwell 8:00 – 12:00 Right Seat Ready! © 8:10 – 8:45 Mooney International 8:45 – 10:15 Bob Minnis 10:15 – 11:15 Bob Kromer 11:15 -12:00 Dr. Chuck Crinnian - Aerospace Medicine 12:00 – 1:00 BUFFET LUNCH – Hilton Garden Inn Pre-function Area of Convention Center 1:00 – 1:30 Jimmy Garrison – All American Aircraft 1:30 – 6:00 Right Seat Ready! © 1:30 – 2:15 Capt. Mike Jesch 2:15 – 2:30 BREAK 2:30 – 4:30 Mr. Mike Busch 4:30 – 6:30 Alfred “Lucky” Louque MooneyMAX – Saturday, June 8, 2019 East Texas Regional Airport 6:00 – 8:00 Transportation from hotel to airport 7:00 – 7:30 Mooney Zoom Briefing 7:00 – 11:00 Coffee and refreshments 8:00 – 12:00 Start of Mooney Zoom Speed Trials– departures every 10 minutes 8:15 – 12:00 Right Seat Ready (Tower tours, simulators, gear extensions, experience with ATC for one-on-one communication 8:00 – 12:00 MooneyMAX Maintenance workshop and demonstrations 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch and special homemade Ice Cream Feast 1:00 – 3:00 MooneyMAX Maintenance workshop and demonstrations 1:00 – 3:00 Right Seat Ready continues 3:00 – 4:00 Transportation to Hilton Garden Inn 5:30 – 6:00 Transportation departing for Lake Cherokee Country Club 6:00 – 7:00 Reception – sponsored by Mooney International - Lake Cherokee Country Club - Tribute to Michael "Mikey" Miles 7:00 – 9:30 Dinner – Sponsored by Mooney International 9:30 Transportation to Hilton Garden Inn Hotel Sunday – June 9, 2019 Hotel and Airport 7:00 – 12:00 Transportation to Airport

Another Exhibitor to join MooneyMAX - Let's support those who support our Mooneys. Omaha Airplane Supply (531) 444-4545 Give them a call!

Oh, no. I've made that drive a few times while both boys were stationed at Fort Huachuca. Planes are definitely better. See you soon. Drive safe.

UPDATE: 2019 MooneyMAX Maintenance Conference - June 6-9,2019 - Still a few more spots open, call 903-643-9902 or 903-931-2313 for information Sponsors and Supporters: Aaron Tippin and Stonehaus Winery, Tennessee Aircraft Ignition Services, Inc. Airspeed Insurance Agency LLC – Parker Woodruff All American Aircraft Busch, Mike Savvy Aviation renowned maintenance wizard Concorde Battery Corp. Don Maxwell Aviation Services, Inc. Dr. Charles "Cowboy" Crinnian - CEO/CMO/Chiefpilot Frontier Aerospace Medicine, FAA Sr Aviation Medical Examiner Electro Air Genesys Aerosystems - S-Tec Auto-pilot Houston Tank Specialties Kelly Aerospace King Schools Kromer, Bob Aviation and Aerospace Professional Lightspeed Aviation Lott Oil Company Louque, Alfred "Lucky" - Accident investigator, Air Salvage of Dallas Midwest Mooney Sales Minnis, Bob - DER / DAR at Avpower Mooney Caravan Mooney Girls Mooney International NuLite Power Flow Systems, Inc. Premier Aircraft Sales Right Seat Ready!© Sky Ox Tippin Aviation Services, TN Woody Candy - Brian Jackson Zeftronics - Voltage Regulators

2019 MooneyMAX Registration Form.pdf MooneyMAX Registration Form As we are nearing the Maintenance Conference scheduled for June 6-9, Registrations are coming in daily now. The Hilton Hotel Reservation System's policy is to cut off registration earlier than the conference; however, by calling the Hilton Garden Inn Direct and stating it's for MooneyMAX, they will continue to take your hotel registration and honor the discounted price of $119 which includes a large full breakfast buffet which be served in the Convention area specifically for our attendees. The following is a link to register online for the Conference: https://donmaxwellaviationservicesinc.regfox.com/2019-mooneymax-conference-maintenance-and-education Also attached is a form for registration should you wish to mail in your registration. Feel free to call and register with a real person if you like. 903-643-9902 IHilton Garden Inn of Longview, Texas 905 East Hawkins Parkway Longview, Texas, 75605 USA TEL: +1-903-212-3000 FAX: +1-903-212-6400 Thank you all for your time here, and if there is anything that you would like to see offered at this Conference and any future, please don't hesitate to let us know.

M20S Driver, I'll pass this on and make a suggestion. See what we can do. Good idea!

Mike Busch is arguably the best-known A&P/IA in general aviation. He writes the monthly "Savvy Maintenance" column in AOPA PILOT and hosts free monthly EAA-sponsored maintenance webinars. Mike is a mathematician by training, having received his B.A. degree in mathematics from Dartmouth followed by graduate studies at Princeton and Columbia. Mike did pioneering work in computer software development, and ultimately retired from a long, successful career as a software entrepreneur. Mike then co-founded AVweb in 1995 and served as its editor-in-chief and an investigative journalist until its sale to Belvoir Publications in 2002. In 2008, Mike founded Savvy Aviation, Inc., a firm providing a wide range of maintenance-related management, consulting and analysis services for owners of about 10,000 GA airplanes. Mike has been a prolific aviation writer, teacher and speaker since 1970, and has focused primarily on GA maintenance since 1990. He has authored hundreds of articles for numerous aviation publications, created more than 80 webinars, and published two aviation books—Manifesto: A Revolutionary Approach to General Aviation Maintenance and Mike Busch on Engines. Mike’s third book (about aircraft ownership) is scheduled to be published this summer. Mike was honored by the FAA as "National Aviation Maintenance Technician of the Year" for 2008. He has been a pilot, flight instructor and aircraft owner for more than 50 years with 8,000 hours logged and is also an A&P mechanic with Inspection Authorization. Still opening available for MooneyMAX Maintenance Conference, June 6-9. Mike Busch will be available all though this time to visit and one-to-one discuss any and all maintenance for your Mooneys. Saturday, June 8th will be airport day for everyone with maintenance education as well as demonstrations. Other top maintenance folks here to talk Mooneys: Bob Minnis Alfred "Lucky" Louque Bob Kromer Mike Jesch Dr. Chuck Crinnian Jimmy Garrison Mooney International and many more.

There are still plenty of rooms at the Hotel. For those either calling in to 800 number, Hilton does state that it's past cut-off way too early. However, Sales Director at the hotel said everyone should call hotel direct. (903) 212-3000 and will be the discounted rate plus full breakfast at no charge each morning. Rate is still $119 Should anyone need assistant with hotel registration, please don't hesitate to give us a call 903-643-9902. We'll "git'er done!"