Paola fly-in

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Sitting here in Texas flight planning my trip home, realized I need to start talking about the May 13th fly-in to Paola. We had 11 peeps last year can we do better this year? Nice BBQ and normally cheap fuel. Let's get a head count going, who's in.
 
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I'd like to fly down for lunch - can't stay for the races though.

Would be great to see everyone!

CB
 
K81 Miami County Airport Kansas. We B smokin is the BBQ place on the ramp. They like to feed you well so come hungry or take a box home:)
 
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This is the 4th annual Paola fly-in. The location is convenient as it is not far southwest of Kansas City outside of the class B. Park on the ramp and walk just yards to the restaurant. Plan to arrive by 11:00 a.m. Last year we went in a little before noon to get ahead of a large group coming in at noon. This is a popular place for pilots as planes land frequently while we are eating and they come in to dine. Airnav lists their current fuel price as $3.87. So good food, good friends, cheap fuel....what more could you ask for?
Here is a picture of those attending last year's Paola fly-in.
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I'm 6'2" and I think there are about 6 heads taller than me. Not used to feeling like I am in the forest. By the way, there is a weather system coming through the Midwest Wednesday and Thursday which I am betting will clear out for the weekend. This is the 4th Paola fly-in and I hope we can fly to it for the first time. Looks encouraging.
 
Denis, That's because you were unfortunate enough to stand just in front of the tallest guy there. Maybe the next time we take a picture we can find some steps for us shorter guys to stand on. However, Lee is in England and won't be able to attend this year so I think our group will be more "normal" whatever that is.
 
Must be a weather anomaly going on. 3 days out from the flyin and weather supposed to be good for the whole weekend. Maybe a little wind in the western edge of area.
 
It does seem odd Steve. Should be a great weekend for flying. I'd like to hear from anyone else who may be able to make this fly-in that hasn't chimed in just yet.
 
I just discovered there is a major league game between the Baltimore Orioles and Kansas City Royals Saturday evening at 6:15 p.m. Haven't talked to my first officer, but I think she will like this and am wondering if anyone would like to stay in Kansas City Saturday evening and go to a ball game.
 
Jane and I were there last year and we had a wonderful time. Unfortunately, we won't be able to make it this year.
 
We had planned on attending, but the family planned a Mother's Day event on Saturday. My attendance is mandatory, so we will not be able to attend. Everyone have a great time and we will try and catch the next BAC fly-in.
 
This is to bump this fly-in back to the top again since it is tomorrow. Cheap fuel, good food and great friends. What more could a person ask. Weeellll, good weather. We've got great weather too. So far I am aware that Steve Powers & friends, Tom Braag, and Linda and I will be attending. If anyone wants to make this fly-in, it is not too late. Just show up around 11 a.m. tomorrow and you're in. See you soon!
 
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This is to bump this fly-in back to the top again since it is tomorrow. Cheap fuel, good food and great friends. What more could a person ask. Weeellll, good weather. We've got great weather too. So far I am aware that Steve Powers & friends, Tom Braag, and Linda and I will be attending. If anyone wants to make this fly-in, it is not too late. Just show up around 11 a.m. tomorrow and you're in. See you soon!
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We will be closer to noon than 11 when we arrive, as I have to do a bit of hangar shuffling prior to departure. Taxiways from the hangar to the ramp will be closed for a couple weeks for repairs.

Looking forward to the scorecards and constructive critiques after the (I hope) smooth touchdown at Paola!

CB
 
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