August 18^th - 23^rd

The Borden Flying Club in conjunction with Edenvale Aerodrome will be one of 14 host aerodromes for the Platinum Triangle Poker Run this year.

All proceeds from the poker run will go to the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Poker hands are $5 each or 5 for $20 and can be flown any day between August 18 & 23. Tickets are available from Bill or Julie at the Edenvale Flight School or may be ordered online.

As it runs for five days you can pretty much ensure that weather will not limit your opportunity to fly your hand. Those who wish to support general aviation, the 14 participating airports and the Royal Canadian Air Cadets may purchase hands & a club member will fly them for you. And best of all, you get to keep any prizes that your hand wins.

The club needs volunteers to stamp arriving pilots' hands. If you have any time during the week of August 18^th please consider lending a hand

» Further details & to order poker hands

Runway Safety

Historically, general aviation operations account for the majority of runway incursions. To improve that record, pilots must maintain vigilance and situational awareness while operating in the airport environment.

» Take the AOPA ASF runway safety quiz
» View the ASF online runway safety course

Gathering of the Classics

August 2^nd

The Collingwood Classic Aircraft Foundation is still looking for volunteers to assist during the Gathering of the Classics on Saturday August 2^nd. Anyone interested should contact Larry Quinton.

» Check out their new web site

Places to fly

July 6th, Pelee Island, ON

Breakfast Fly-in from 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., serving eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Pancakes, Juice, Coffee & Tea $6.00, $4.00 for children. All proceeds will be used to support the airport. Arrive Saturday spend the day & stay the night. Under wing camping, campfire. Off airport camping, Bed & Breakfasts, cottage rental. Guided bus tours, Bicycle rental, taxi service, nature trails, beaches & fishing, winery pavilion & tours, and restaurants. Co-ordinates N41 46 50 W82 40 42 3300’ Asphalt No landing fees. For details regarding points of interest, activities & accommodation see www.pelee.org or www.pelee.com or contact contact Dave Hodare – Airport Manager @ 519-965-6283.

July 11-13, St. Thomas, ON

COPA Convention (details)

July 12th-13th, Collingwood, ON

12th Annual RAA Northern Region Fly-In located at Collingwood Regional Airport. Free Admission, Recurrency Seminar on Saturday, Free camping under wing and RVs, Hydro available, Transportation to town for Fly in campers, Classic and Unique Aircraft and Cars, Good Food, Static Display. For more information please contact Keith Weston 705-444-1422 or email kcweston@georgian.net.

July 13th, Bancroft, ON

COPA Flight 119. Bancroft Flying Club's Annual fly-in Pancake Breakfast located at Bancroft Flying Club, NW3 start 8:00 a.m. to noon. Everyone welcome! The airstrip is close to canoeing, golf and town.... Please contact Karen Smith at 613-338-2158 or email karen@aerocameraservices.com.

July 13th, Arnprior, ON

COPA Flight 33 host their annual Fly-in breakfast from 7:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Fly, drive or walk. Breakfast served rain or shine. Located at (CNP3) Arnprior Airport. Please contact Rick Raymond 613-832-2399 or email tricky@webruler.com.

July 19th, Midland, ON

Flight 73 Annual summer Fly-in, serving burgs, coffee, cold drinks etc. Also Antique Cars Model Railway Display. Located at the Midland - Huronia Airport. July 20th rain day. For more information please contact President Paul Turner at 705-322-1149 or Secretary Tom Massey at 705-526-5304.

July 19th-20th, Goderich, ON

COPA Flight 45 weekend Fly-in with camping. All aviation enthusiasts invited to Goderich Municipal Airport. No fees. Free underwing camping. Meals. Come enjoy the beauty, trails, sightseeing, etc Goderich offers. Contact Keith Brautigam at 519-524- 4794 or Marilyn Bruinsma at fredb@hurontel.on.ca or visit www.copa45.com.

July 20th, Iroquois Ontario

The 42nd Annual Iroquois Fly-in Breakfast will be held from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Iroquois airport. Floatplane dock nearby. Separate food line-up for pilots and passengers. Information: John Ross 613-657-1646; on July 15: 613-349-0023.

July 20th, Stratford, ON

Perth County Flying Club - COPA Flight 69, Breakfast Fly-in /drive-in from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. serving pancakes, sausage & beverage all you can eat - for donation. Free draws for flights. Proceeds donated to charity at the Stratford Municipal Airport (CNM4). For more information please contact Bill Verellen 519-272-1972 or e-mail cheryl@gto.net.

July 20th, Wingham, ON

Fly-in/Drive-in pancake breakfast, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Located at the Richard W. Levan Airport CPR7. For more information please contact Rod Hickey 519-357-7991 or email winghamairport@hotmail.com.

Short Final...

Centre: Cessna ABC, you have traffic at 12 o'clock, six miles at your altitude.

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Centre: Cessna ABC, you have traffic at 12 o'clock, four miles at your altitude.

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Centre: Cessna ABC, you have traffic at 12 o'clock, two miles at your altitude.

Cessna ABC: I'm looking for the traffic ... !

Centre: Sir, I cannot see you nod your head; you must respond to my transmissions.

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