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CHAPTER 613 February 2022
CHAPTER 613
February 2022
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President’s Corner John Fitzgerald, Chapter President
Greetings from the Flight Deck:
I was looking back this morning at some of our winter newsletters. Last February we were hoping for this
pandemic to go away. It really fooled us, just changed its skin by mutating into a different strain.
Back into lock down and isolation we went.
I am hopeful that once again there is light at that end of the tunnel. Many Chapters across the country have
started opening back up for their breakfast and activities and we are hoping to do the same.
EAA’s Learn to Fly is in May, I am hoping we can do that again. Chris has three weekends of activities
planned for June and of course Air Venture is coming at the end of July.
We have an Officers meeting planned for the 17th so reach out or join in and let us know what your
thoughts are. I would love to have a get together maybe in April if possible. Marge makes the best French
toast! Love to hear what you think!
Dues, if you haven’t paid your 2022 Dues, please reach out to George. We really appreciate all your support.
Thanks again!
Keep the blue sky up. John FitzGerald, Chapter President
2022 Dues and Annual FTD Fee Renewal
Single Membership: $25
Family Membership: $30
Single Membership + FTE: $75
Family Membership + FTE: $80
Easy Ways to Pay
• Pay online: https://chapters.eaa.org/eaa613/make-payments-using-pay-pal
• Send a check: EAA Chapter 613, 714 Airport Road, Swanton, VT 05488
• Pay cash in person next time you are at KFSO.
IMC Club Meeting—February 24th
• Date and Time: Thursday, February 24th at 7:00 PM (Please note that the IMC Club Meeting date has changed)
• Zoom Link: CTRL-Click on the following: https://icao.zoom.us/j/83341672161
• Password: EAA613
• You can also access the Zoom link by hitting CTRL-Click on our Chapter 613 calendar: Google Calendar - Event de-
tails
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Minutes from the January 20th Officers’ Meeting
Present: Marge & John Butterfield, Chris Chicoine, George Coy, John Fitzgerald, Steve Grimsley, Miguel Marin, Ron Mitchell
The meeting was called to order at 6:10 PM The following was discussed:
Chapter Leadership
• EAA has published an updated Chapter Handbook. This is available on www.eaa.org.
• Thanks to all members who participated in the Chapter Survey. Results will be published in March.
• Under our current bylaws the four officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary) (“The Board of Directors”) are
authorized to vote on motions raised by Chapter members.
• Motions voted on, and approved by the Officers, are then published in the next newsletter so that members can re-
view and comment.
• Following member review, with no dissention, the motion is then passed
• A proposal to expand The Board of Directors to include the four officers, plus 3 additional directors was presented. Additional
Directors would typically consist of Chairpersons of key Chapter Committees.
• Following this meeting John F. verified these proposed bylaw revisions with EAA Headquarters. Revised bylaws have been
drafted, and will be voted on at the February Officers’ Meeting. The draft bylaws will then be presented to the membership in
accordance with the process described above.
Young Eagles Program
• Officers agreed that it would be helpful to have a Young Eagles Dashboard on EAA’s website so that YE credits could be more
easily tracked, especially for YE rides that are given outside of organized events. John F. will report.
• 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the Young Eagles Program. YE Program updates are in the works.
• Headquarters is challenging each pilot to fly 30 Young Eagles in 2022.
Treasurer’s Report
• Current financial information was published in the January Newsletter.
• 2021 was a banner year for Chapter 613.
• Chapter members can now pay their dues on-line through the Chapter Website.
• Chapter donations now go through PayPal Giving, which is exempt from normal PayPal processing fees.
Next Generation of Chapter 613 Leadership
• Leadership transition is critical to sustained Chapter 613 success. Hopefully chapter 613 members will be able to meet in-
person this summer and candidates for future leadership can begin to be identified.
Scholarship Committee
• Chapter 613 has been awarded two more 50/50 Ray Scholarships. The Scholarship Committee is reviewing potential candi-
dates, in discussions with the flight instructors.
Taylor Aviation Center
• The Chapter is researching options for replacing the existing blue chair/desks with new tables and chairs. If anyone has any
ideas on options, or sources, please let the officers know.
Chapter Social Media Advisor
• Chapter 613 will be soliciting requests for a Chapter Social Media Advisor to provide expertise in helping to improve Chapter
613’s media presence.
Chapter Activities
• Chris Chicoine reported on planned June activities, which include:
• June 4, 2022: KFSO Airport Day and Food Truck Fly-In. Beta Technologies is offering their support.
• June 11, 2022: Young Eagles Day
• June 25, 2022: The 53rd Cessna 170 National Fly-In being organized by Steve Grimsley.
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Officer Meeting Minutes (continued)
Cessna 170 National Fly-In
• Steve Grimsley reported that registrations for the 53rd Cessna 170 National Fly-In are coming in.
• Participants flying in will come to Franklin County (KFSO).
• Chapter 613 has been asked to host a Pancake Brunch, help park airplanes, and assist with other duties. More details will fol-
low.
Next Officers Meeting
• The next Officers’ Meeting is scheduled, via Zoom, for Thursday, February 17th at 6:00 PM.
Members are encouraged to review these business meeting minutes and contact any officer for more information.
The decisions made by the Chapter Officers will be considered final after the next Officers’ Meeting, unless a member
requests that decisions be tabled at the meeting for further discussion by the entire membership.
Aero Careers Aircraft Raffle
Aero Careers is a 501c3 charitable and educational organization that operates
closely with EAA Chapter 64 to provide mentoring, scholarships, and low-cost
flight training. Three teens have earned their private pilot certificate in our vin-
tage Cessna 172 this past year and are learning hands-on skills helping rebuild a
hurricane-damaged 1957 Cessna 172. We are currently raffling a 1946 Ercoupe
to help fund our educational activities. Your assistance in publicizing our raffle
is much appreciated.
The raffle flyer is attached and the link to enter is https://rafflecreator.com/
pages/52380/aerocareers-aircraft-raffle.
If you’d like to learn more about Aero Careers, visit http://aerocareers.org/.
Thanks for your help!
Bob McDaniel
EAA64 Young Eagle Coordinator & Aero Careers President
Chapter 613 Memory Plaque by Marge Butterfield
Chapter 613’s success is the result of the hard work, dedication and commitment of our pre-
sent members. However we also recognize that these present day efforts are built upon the
foundations laid by Chapter 613 members who have gone before us.
In honor of members who were active and engaged and who are no longer with us, Chapter
613 is commemorating a plaque that will be mounted in our Taylor Aviation Center.
I realize that the names are difficult to read in this photo, but you’ll be able to see them in-full
at the Aviation Center in the near future.
Again, our heartfelt thanks to Chapter 613 members, past and present, who have grown our
chapter to what it is today.
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Treasurer’s Report—George Coy, Treasurer
January 2021 Income: January 2021 Operational Expense:
Hangar Rent $600.00 Natural Gas $305.85
General Scholarship Income $1,115.00 Electricity $77.69
General Scholarship $503.10
Membership Dues $418.71
Ray Scholarship $641.00
FTD Fees $200.00 Supplies $49.18
January Income $2,333.71 January Expenses $1,576.21
Ray Scholarship Balance $9,359.80 Hangar Contingency $14,506.48
General Scholarship Balance $22,060.42 Fund
General Fund $10,790.68
Mary McGrath Fund $27,976.76
Checkbook Balance $43,033.09
Instructor’s Corner—Reflections of Middlebury Airport by Ed Scott
Every time I fly into the Middlebury airport, it’s a trip down memory lane. When I was in college, I’d ride my bike to the
airport and check in with my instructor, Vic, one of the Stearman crop duster pilots who rented out his Aeronca
Champ. Vic thought it was pretty cute to tease this college kid, for when I’d arrive, he’d send me out to gaze up at the
tree by the office to see if there was any wind rustling the leaves. If I reported no wind in the tree, he’d let me solo.
Middlebury was grass strip then, and once I got the okay, I’d take off and fly around the valley for an hour or so, or
practice take-offs and landings. It was a lot of fun.
Yesterday, I flew there in my Cessna 150, six seven foxtrot. George had installed a new Garmin GDL 82 ADS-B that
needed to be programmed by Green Mountain Avionics at the airport. Mara Stephens came along and did the flying
while I enjoyed the view. It was a beautiful day, Ceiling And Visibility Unlimited. GMA did a quick and professional job,
and we were back in the air in a couple of hours. On the way home to FSO, we did a touch and go at BTV to show off
the new ADS-B.
The Garmin was just one of the upgrades that George made to six seven foxtrot. There’s now a panel mounted inter-
com (donated by Beth), and a King receiver and VOR. There are new panel-mounted jacks so now pilot and passenger
don’t get tangled up in a jungle of wiring. George and Julie went through the plane and did a detailed annual, replacing
slightly worn bushings, installing new tires, even painting the spinner, and the list goes on. Not only is the plane safer,
it handles better, and it now has expanded capabilities. There are not words enough to thank them for all they did.
There have been upgrades at Middlebury over the years. The grass strip is now paved, Vic is gone, the Stearmans are
gone, and the tree where I waited anxiously for Vic’s OK to fly is gone. But my personal upgrades are mostly just words
on a license. I am at heart a Champ pilot. I’ve flown a lot of different airplanes, but I’m happiest where it’s most simple,
and flying at 75 mph is just my speed. Even with its upgrades, six seven foxtrot is still a primitive airplane by today’s
standards. It’s not much different from the planes of the ‘40’s, but it’s an honest airplane, with predicable flying char-
acteristics, and it’s a great trainer. Six seven foxtrot and I are right at home at Middlebury.
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Flying Model Airplane Club by Tony Speranza
EAA 613 received a complete RC build & flight package from EAA National. It’s really a
terrific package including radio, engine, tools etc. We are in need of an experienced RC
builder that could help build, prepare & fly with kids. KIDS love flying models & great
it’s a Segway into full scale aviation. I’ve completed repairs on N804KB & would like to
use with EAA kids this year, as time permits?
If you (young or old) are interested in flying models, please contact Tony Speranza at
asperanz@yahoo.com
On a different note, a full scale model airplane - our 1941 Cub Cruiser Project:
RC Model—Kids young and old love ‘em
Supply Chain Issues persist but I may have found aircraft
grade Sitka Spruce? I am driving down to Concorde NH to-
morrow to inspect & hopefully purchase a 6” X 2” X 16’
plank which will hopefully provide blank material for both
main spars. Unfortunately both main spars on our restora-
tion project were attacked squirrels. The can do an incredi-
ble amount of damage – see Photo below.
Both Cub Restoration Workshops were TERRIFFIC. I spent
two weekends (3 days each) in early December at Clyde
Smith’s workshop in Lockhaven, PA. What a terrific learning
experience. Although I’ve been an A&P/IA for many years,
I’d never worked on a rag wing Piper & had many questions
when starting on the J-5 project. Clyde grew up in Lock-
haven as his Dad worked for Piper, eventually became their
flight test engi-
neer. Clyde also spent many years working for Piper, in various technical positions at
both Lockhaven & Vero Beach plants. He is a walking encyclopedia of Piper rag wing
knowledge. The workshops were fun & informative. The depth of Clyde's knowledge is
such that he can go into details of fabrication, restoration, rigging…whatever you need
while adjusting on the fly to varying questions & experience levels. Other attendees
ranged novice to expert but everyone had FUN & learned what they needed. Clyde,
also known as the CUB DOCTOR, provides really helpful reference materials with
workshops, very helpful. I highly recommend both BASIC & ADAVNCED workshop –
check them out on: www.cubdoctor.com
Cub Main Spar Damage (Squirrels)
Fabricating Throttle Plates Fabricating a J-3 Bird Cage Cub Doctor's Advanced Workshoppers
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EAA Chapter 613
Youth Aviator Scholarship Corner
February 2022
Another busy month flew by with our Youth Aviators taking to the skies, despite crazy winter weather in Vermont. When they
weren’t busy flying, working, and taking college courses, three of our Ray Scholars were giving interviews with EAA National’s Sam
Oleson, who wrote a lovely piece in February 2022’s Edition of Sport Aviation entitled, Investing in the Future of Aviation.
In there, Oleson highlighted the history of the Ray Scholarship program and featured five Ray Scholars, three of which are from
EAA Chapter 613. We are particularly proud of this group, Emma, Jasper, and Kyra, and excited about our future EAA Chapter 613
Ray Scholars, Ishir, Ella, and Ella. We got the exciting news that EAA National awarded EAA Chapter 613 with not one but two
50/50 match scholarships for 2022!
While the young people were out flying, Beth updated our EAA Chapter 613 Website to include lots of great photos of our chapter
members on nearly every linked page, added all the great articles under the Chapter Activities & EAA Chapter 613 in the News tab,
and updated the Pay Dues, Fees, and Make Donations using PayPal Giving Fund page. When you visit our site and click on EAA
Chapter 613’s PayPal Giving Fund Donation link, it will direct you to our Experimental Aircraft Association of Vermont Chapter 613
PayPal Giving Fund site where you can put in your own customized donation amount.
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EAA Chapter 613 Youth Flyers: Reflections from Flight Training
Ella Newman, Ray Scholar
This has been a very exciting month! Kyra and I have been flying a lot, usually 2 times per
week. We have been focusing a lot on landings and pattern work. We usually fly to Plattsburgh
(KPBG) and practice there. My new Lightspeed headset came in and it definitely has made all
the difference. I am happy to say I have been accepted to Vermont Tech's Professional Pilot
Technologies program! This will allow me to pursue my passion for aviation, and my dream of
becoming a commercial pilot.
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Jasper Henderson, Ray Scholar
This month I spent most of my time coaching or doing work for the classes I am taking. I continue to enjoy coaching, and the fun
challenge brought by the classes. I am particularly enjoying the filmmaking class I am taking. So far, I am learning about the prepro-
duction process and learning how to tell a compelling story and then envision that story through the medium of film.
The articles about the Ray Scholars in EAA’s magazine were awesome to read, and I think it speaks highly of the support that
George, Beth, and all the members of EAA 613 provide to the youth that 3 of the pilots the articles were about were Members of
613. The support I received from everyone has been fantastic.
Kyra Becker, Ray Scholar
What an exciting month it has been. Recently Emma, Jasper, and I were featured in
the February edition of Sport Aviation magazine. We had the opportunity to share
our experience with the Ray Aviation Scholarship, how it impacted us and our flight
training, and what it was like to have such a supportive community. It’s always a re-
freshing feeling knowing that there is a community of aviators rooting for your suc-
cess. It makes writing little blurbs for a magazine easy.
This month I flew with Mike and Gage our new CFIs at Franklin County. It is exciting to
have two friends join our community and share their passion with their new students. I
have been flying as much as the weather allows and have been enjoying the longer days.
Ishir Agarwal, Ray Scholar
Over the past month, I can’t explain how grateful I am for everything in my life. I started thinking about all that I have and how it
came to me, and it all traces back to the connections I have. I cannot stress how important it is to meet anyone and everyone. Even
if you don’t agree with them, hear them out. If they are talking about something that doesn’t seem interesting, listen to see why
they are so interested in it. It’s all about having your own little fanny pack where you can pull that apple out you left in there from
2 years ago and use it in the future when you’re hungry. I think back to statistics from a high school class I took, and how having
multiple data points is better than just a couple here or there, it makes your trend stronger. Other than my rather extensive philo-
sophical thinking, flying has been hard, with snowy weather and Ed’s plane down for maintenance. I finally was able to make it to
some bowling tournaments through SBHS and I couldn’t be more proud of our team, we won most of our matches!
Emma Laber, Ray Scholar
I hope everyone from EAA Chapter 613 is all healthy and flying a lot! I unfortunately have not had the opportunity to fly for a cou-
ple of months. Life sure has a way of making you try your hardest! Because of how long it’s been since I’ve flown last, I asked Ed to
take a practice flight with me to make sure I am still proficient. I'm sure all is good, but safety first. I definitely cannot wait to get
back in the air, especially with this little bit of warmer weather!
Joseph Mensah, Aviator
Over the last few weeks I had a lot going on; my first round of exams got underway and overall this semester has had the toughest
workload thus far. Flights have gradually been more frequent than the last month and I’ve worked on short field landings a lot. I
also completed my last cross country, which ended up having a small segment with lost coms. Fortunately, it didn’t last long, and
my instructor and I worked well together to make it through the experience. Reflecting back, it showed that good crew resource
management and preparation for emergencies can turn bad situations into something I’m confident in handling.
Brody Hammond, High School Aviator, AOPA Ray Scholarship Recipient
January was incredible! I finally turned 16, and now I am so close to being able to fly solo. During the last flight lesson I had with
Ryan, we flew over to Burlington to practice crosswind landings. To say it was exciting would be an understatement. I performed
landings in 18-knot crosswinds gusting to 24 knots, and oddly, it was extremely fun! On our way back to Franklin County we had a
direct tailwind and managed to achieve a staggering ground speed of 185 mph in 172VT. We were back at Franklin County within
10 minutes of departing from Burlington. It's been a magnificent start to the new year!
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Mya Loringer, High School Aviator
This month I had my first flight of 2022. Although I arrived at Franklin County during heavy snow, after a preflight check, the snow
completely cleared up and we were able to perform a few touch and go's. Seeing Franklin County covered in snow was a stark
difference to the fall weather, but equally as pretty. I'm really excited for my next flights in 2022.
Raphaela Sulley, High School Aviator
January was very fast paced and February soon found it’s way to the calendar. I was really busy doing work for the student justice
union because it is black history month! We hung up posters of Bipoc people who have made a difference in today’s world and we
also gave a presentation to each grade on black health and wellness! In the aviation world I’m working on completing ground
school and looking into aviation camps to do this summer. I’m also applying for the Vermont Tech’s early college program for avia-
tion! This month went by pretty fast. I'm looking forward to next month!
Silas Scheckel, Aviator
Over the last month I have gotten pretty good at holding procedures and started to move onto approaches in my instrument train-
ing. Last time I flew I did a VOR-A and an RNAV approach. I’m also getting close to taking my written test. This I hope to get done in
a month or so. I’m 90% of the way through the Jeppesen ground training program and it has been difficult to juggle this with all my
classes, but it's working out. At this rate I might end up finishing my instrument rating at home after school ends unless I find more
time to fly during the school year, which I don’t think I will. Either way I am happy with my progress. My goal is to get one rating
done every school year. Next year will be my commercial rating.
Miranda Gallagher, High School Aviator
This month I got to fly with Kyle and we practiced landings at Plattsburgh. While I was at Franklin County Airport, I cleaned parts of
an engine with George. I also got to meet Ryan Roberts, who I’ll be flying with me when Kyle goes to the airlines. In the meantime,
I’m working on applying for an internship at BETA Technologies, so I can work with them over the summer. Overall I’ve been doing
well this past month and I’m excited for next month.
Ian DeVries, High School Aviator
My commercial flight training is in full swing now! I am particularly enjoying all the new ma-
neuvers I've learned. Steep turns, steep spirals, chandelles, lazy eights, eights on pylons, ac-
celerated stalls...they are all so fun! So far, I think my favorite maneuver is lazy eights. They
are very relaxing; it's no wonder they are called "lazy." Here's a picture I took the other day of
Lake Champlain above Grand Isle. All around the islands, the water was frozen, and I thought
it looked really cool!
After this school year, I'm considering transferring to Liberty University in Virginia. With a year
of college and a commercial rating under my belt, I hope for a smooth and efficient transition.
I'm planning on pursuing a double major: one in commercial aviation and the other in aviation flight and maintenance. Since many
of the classes in these two degrees overlap, many of my credits from this school year can transfer towards both. The main concern
I have encountered is the transferability of my restricted ATP eligibility. Since each flight school has certain classes authorized by
the FAA to go towards the 30 or 60 credit hour requirement for the R-ATP, transferring is a complicated process. If everything
works out ideally, I will graduate from Liberty with an R-ATP, A+P mechanic certifications, possibly CFI, and two BS degrees in four
years or less. I eagerly look forward to the next few years of my life!
Niko Cueno, High School Aviator
I haven’t been flying due to bad weather. I also had to switch instructors because my previous one got an airline job. Congrats to
him! If not in the next few weeks I’m flying a lot in April!
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Ian Bradet, Middle School Aviator
This month was quite eventful, from another flight on a beautiful day, to assembling and disassembling an engine with
George and JT, it was great! The day I flew started off with poor visibility, but once the weather cleared, it was amazing
to get back into the air again, since that was the first day in a while the weather had permitted me to fly. That flight
was a great lesson in teaching me how easy it is to forget some of the nuances of flying, which made me feel rusty after
a month without going up. Fortunately, my instructor was patient and helpful, and I quickly got my chops back. My
takeaway is that it’s important to stay consistent when flying, to keep building on the skills I have, to prevent myself
from slipping back.
Terrell, High School Aviator!
This month I finally flew in a Piper Cherokee 160. It was an AMAZING experience, The controls felt so light compared to
a Cessna. We practiced steep turns which I found really cool. Sadly, it was my last flight with Kyle, but I am excited to
fly with my new instructor! I do not have much, but I keep my eyes to the skies!
Memphis Everest, High School Aviator
This month went great! I went up in the air for the first time since my Young Eagles flight! It was right before a big
snowstorm, so we got to see the snow in the air, as well as see the ground in a completely different way! During the
lesson I was learning how to do a take off, as well as some basic maneuvers. We spent the most time while we were in
the air flying rectangular patterns around the airport because of the relatively low visibility. While I was doing that, I
was also trying to make my turns as good as possible by using the turn coordinator. It was harder than I would’ve
guessed! Overall, I am so excited to be able to fly and I can’t wait to continue to do so next month!
Mara Stevens, Aviator!
While I haven’t been able to fly much of late, I’m beginning my second semester of engineering at Vermont Tech and
enjoying it immensely! I’ve known for forever that I wanted to be an engineer, but it wasn’t until I began to fly in
N8267F with Ed that I discovered aerospace engineering and subsequently fell in love with it. Aerospace engineering
sits at the crossroads of two of my passions, and I’ve finally emerged, largely-unscathed, having finished applications to
university aero programs. Despite not being able to enroll in an aero program yet, studying engineering at VTC has
uniquely prepared me for this next step, and this opportunity to begin college before I finish high school has made me
quite confident as I move forward.
Often when I discuss aviation with others they assume that I plan to become an airline pilot. It’s not an illogical conclu-
sion, and while airlines can make a great career for many, flying with Ed and working with the EAA 613 community has
helped me realize how broad the aviation industry is, and how limitless the possibilities are within it. One thing that I
took away from working with the expansive team at Beta Technologies is that there’s a place for any person with every
skill set in aviation, and becoming a pilot has helped me find mine. These amazing opportunities to become familiar
with the aviation community and industry change lives, and ultimately back around to the community.
Ben Sibold, High School Aviator
The past few months I have been incredibly busy with school and swimming and have not had the time to fly. I hope to
get back in the air soon, weather permitting. I am excited to start ground school soon too, which I plan to have com-
pleted by early summer. I would really enjoy being able to get my license by my birthday in July so that I can enjoy the
warm weather while it lasts. I am planning on studying abroad next fall and am excited to see how aviation will fit into
my plans. I would like to research what rules there are surrounding flying in other countries if you already have your
license as I think that it would be especially fun to fly while in Europe.
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Meet the Newest Franklin County Instructors!
Jay McCormack
I am an experienced and passionate pilot with over 8 years of flight experience initially
training in lighter than air systems (hot air balloons) and later training fixed wing air-
craft. I’m thrilled to now be a Certified Flight Instructor for Airplanes and really looking
forward to sharing my passion through instruction.
When I’m not in the air, you can find me selling real estate locally for The Gardner
Group at Re/Max North Professionals or adventuring around on my split board or
mountain bike! I’ve also recently placed an order for a Vans RV-10 airplane Empen-
nage kit and plan to start the build process in the later part of 2022.
Michael Usher
My name is Michael Usher and I am a new instructor at Franklin County Airport in Swanton, VT. I currently attend Ver-
mont Technical College in Williston, and I am earning my Bachelor's Degree in Professional Pilot Technology. I am excit-
ed to start this new chapter at Franklin county and look forward to working at a new airport and with the EAA Chapter
613 students. It’s awesome to see so many high school students passionate about flying. I am not too sure what my
career goals in aviation are yet, I would like to have a career in the airlines at some point, but I am not too sure exactly
when I want that to be. Right now, I am just trying to be open and try different opportunities and challenge myself. I
believe instructing out of Franklin County will be one of those opportunities.
Gage Martin
My name is Gage Martin, I’m a 28-year-old CFI at Franklin County Airport. I
started my aviation journey as a UH-1Y crew chief in the United States Marine
Corps. After five years I got out and traveled the country looking for adven-
ture. When I was 25, I decided to start my journey as a pilot, and I enrolled in
school full time at Vermont Technical College. I’m in my final year working
towards a bachelor’s degree in the professional pilot technology program. I
love to fly and live close by to Franklin County. Pre-privates, discovery flights,
commercial students, and any other flying needs I would be happy to meet.
I’m always willing to take more students, especially as we move into the
warmer weather and longer days.
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CHAPTER OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS
President Phone Address e-mail
John Fitzgerald 802-249-1775 4345 West Shore Road Unit 1 Alburgh, VT 05440 popiou@aol.com
Vice President
Miguel Marin 518-772-5460 3795 Ave. Gray, Montreal, QC H4A3NB Miguel@emarin.org
Treasurer
George Coy 802-363-5782 116 St. Albans Rd. Rd. Swanton VT 05488 George.coy@gmail.com
Secretary
Marge Butterfield 802-878-6337 721 North Williston Rd, Williston VT 05495 airbear9fj@gmail.com
Scholarship Committee
Beth White, Chairperson 802-598-6408 95 Eagle Mtn Harbor Road. Milton, VT 05468 vermontcarrot@gmail.com
Kyra Becker kyratwin7@gmail.com
George Coy 802-363-5782 116 St. Albans Rd. Rd. Swanton VT 05488 George.coy@gmail.com
John Fitzgerald 802-249-1775 4345 West Shore Road Unit 1 Alburgh, VT 05440 popiou@aol.com
Frank Gibney 802-879-7419 1147 Sunset View Rd. Colchester VT 05446 gibneyf@gmail.com
Young Eagles Coordinator
Miguel Marin 518-772-5460 3795 Ave. Gray, Montreal, Cc H4A-3N8 miguel@emarin.org
Activities Director
Chris Chicoine 802-238-6035 chicoine51@gmail.com
Flight Advisor
Hobie Tomlinson 802-363-3411 1130 Airport Dr. So. Burlington, VT 05403 hobietw@attn.net
Technical Counselors
John Butterfield 802-878-6337 721 North Williston Rd, Williston VT 05495 airbear9fj@gmail.com
Clifford Coy 802-868-2822 629 Airport Rd. Swanton, VT 05488 cliff.coy@gmail.com
Bill Morelli 802-527-6318 105 Brick Church Road, Fairfax, VT 05454 billvt1@gmail.com
Newsletter Editor
John Butterfield 802-878-6337 721 North Williston Rd, Williston VT 05495 airbear9fj@gmail.com
Chapter Web Site Editor
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12CHAPTER 613 February 2022
13CHAPTER 613 February 2022
John Butterfield—Newsletter Editor
EAA CHAPTER 613
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Williston VT 05495 FIRST CLASS MAIL
February 2022
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