KTUS METAR

Tuesday, June 18th, 2019

KTUS……..08004KT 4SM HZ……26/04 A2995 RMK RAE36

Award Categories

Saturday, June 1st, 2019

We are looking for sponsors for awards at the Laytonsville Cruise In.

The price, size, and style of the awards is subject to change.

Click here for pictures of similar awards.  This will give you an idea of what they will look like. 

Here are the categories that we will be giving out awards for:

Antique

Classic

Custom

Muscle & Hot Rod

Rat Rod

Modern American

Modern Import

Classic Import

Modified Import

Vintage Motorcycle

Modern Motorcycle

Custom Motorcycle

Vintage Bicycle

Modern Bicycle

Custom Bicycle

Best Exotic

Most Unique

Best Pre-War

People’s Choice

Kid’s Choice

Flymall.org Wheels & Wings May 2019 Newsletter

Thursday, May 30th, 2019

Welcome to the Kraemer Aviation / Flymall.org May 2019 Wheels & Wings newsletter. Click here to view past newsletters. Click here to view our May 2019 newsletter. Did you know that you can search our newsletter section by key words or topics? You can easily find something we have covered in the past. Just use the search box in the newsletter section of the Flymall.

Flymall.org – Your one stop resource for all of your wheels & wings needs. We usually have several pair of quality headsets in stock. Click here to view our headset inventory for under $50.00 USD.

Pat & Harry attended the all you can eat Mother’s Day breakfast at the Laytonsville Volunteer Fire Department. It was a rainy day, however the breakfast had a good turn out.

The Flymall team was also at the fire department’s dinner on May 18 2019.  They had a nice vintage Seagrave Fire Truck on display.  Click here for more pictures.

Harry, Pat & Jett hosted their annual Memorial Day cookout.  The weather was perfect.  Click here for pictures.  A good time was had by all!

History Trivia:  5/5/1914:  Erwin “Cannonball” Baker rides his Indian from San Diego to New York in 11 days.  This was quite a feat considering the roads of the time.  And not to mention, the motorcycles were not reliable. 

Every day we have a new aviation history at the bottom of our pages on the Flymall.  For many of the days, there may be more than one fact, just refresh the page to view them.

Beatles history.  Our Events Calendar has a Beatles category.  Select the Beatles category to see what happened that day in Beatle’s history.

Achievements & Special Recognition:  Having learned to fly in the 1980s, Harry has been slow to move over to digital charts.  However the time has come.  Being an old fashioned paper chart pilot, this is an achievement for Harry.

Aviation/Aviators in the news:  For current aviation news, visit our home page. We have a news ticker from Aero-News.net. 

It has been a very long process for Harry to become a DPE, however the time is very near.  Harry has his DPE checkride scheduled for June 12.  This is a career goal that Harry set for himself back in 1983 and after being in the examiner pool for just over 19 years, it looks like he has made it!!!

Car/Motorcycle Show News:  Harry & Pat attended the first bike night of the season at District Harley Davidson.  The Lomax and Jett were very popular.  Click here for more pictures.

The team was also at the District Harley Davidson breakfast on May 11.  Click here for pictures.

Harry had his 1886 Coventry Rotary Tandem on display at Classic Motorcycle Day 2019.  Click here for pictures from the event.

 Ira Walker of Walker Aviation is a great resource when it comes to restoring a vintage aircraft or class car.  Ira has been a long time advertiser on Flymall.org.  Click here to visit his page on the Flymall.

Visit our Events Calendar for local and national car shows, air shows, and more.  With over 25 categories, there is something for everyone.  For each event you can have our calendar send you a reminder about the event.

You can also visit the Day Tripper section of the Flymall for day trip ideas and other fun places to visit.

Want to know where the Flymall team will be next, visit our appearance schedule by clicking here.  You can also follow Harry on Facebook for live updates from shows.  Facebook.com/flymall.

Stop by the Laytonsville Cruise In on Friday night.  Who knows, you may be lucky enough to get the drive the Lomax.

Harry, Pat, & Jett were at District Harley Davidson Memorial Day weekend for some of their events.  It was 3 days of bike shows, BBQs, and more.

Click here for pictures from their Saturday BBQ.

Harry, Pat, & Jett were also at their Rolling Thunder 2019 departure.  The dealer probably had over 500 bikes leave their location with a police escort to join Rolling Thunder 2019.  Here is Harry’s YouTube video from the event.

Click here for more pictures from Rolling Thunder 2019. 

Barn Finds/Hangar Finds:  Need an appraisal on your barn find?  Visit our Appraisal Page for information on our appraisals.

Visit the Tech Tip section of the Flymall for help in restoring your barn find.

Check out Harry’s “Test Drive” section of the Flymall for reviews and reports on cars, motorcycles, aircraft, and more.

Harry will soon be an agent for Hagerty Collector Car Insurance.  Keep checking our newsletter section for updates.

CFI / DPE Notes:

The “Flight Review” requirement.  A fun alternative is to get your seaplane rating.  Click here for Harry’s post highlighting his seaplane rating.

Harry’s new Practical Test page is a great resource for someone preparing for a checkride.  The Question & Answer section is available for a small annual fee.  Click here for a slide show that previews what is covered in the Question & Answer section.

An avid writer, Harry has been published in dozens of aviation publications.  Click here to view Harry’s published material.  Recently Harry rediscovered some material that he wrote back in the early 1970s in a “Free Writing” class in school.  This material is also posted on Harry’s Publication page under Harry’s Writing 1970s, Part 1, 2, and 3.

Weather in the news:  Visit Harry’s Lesson Plan section of the Flymall for lessons on aviation weather and other topics required for FAA Pilot Certificates and Ratings. 

Three Wheel Association (TWA):

Here’s a 1884 De Dion, Bouton et Trepardou Dos-à-Dos, it is the oldest running car on the planet. It was the first car to participate in an automobile race.

 

Visit the TWA page on the Flymall for more info on the Three Wheel Association.  Click here to visit the TWA forum.

Our Market Watch section is the best resource for prices on all types of three wheel vehicles.  For many vehicle (including aircraft) it is the only resource for price data.

Prototypes:  Ever seen a radial engine in a motorcycle?  They’re are more common than you think.  Here is a website highlighting a little history on radial engine motorcycles.  Click here for Harry’s Flickr album on motorwheels.  Some “motorwheels” are actually a radial engine mounted within a wheel, a motorwheel!

Animals in the headlines:  Jett is in the headlines this month.  Click here for her page on the Flymall.  Jett attends many of the wheels & wings events with Harry & Pat, often this means getting up early and spending long days in the sun.  She is very good about it and is always happy to meet new friends.

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We close this newsletter with these words of wisdom:

Solo Endorsements

Friday, May 24th, 2019

STUDENT PILOT ENDORSEMENTS – From AC 61-65H May 2019

A.3 Pre-solo aeronautical knowledge: § 61.87(b).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has satisfactorily completed the pre-solo knowledge test of § 61.87(b) for the [make and model] aircraft.

A.4 Pre-solo flight training: § 61.87(c)(1) and (2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received and logged pre-solo flight training for the maneuvers and procedures that are appropriate to the [make and model] aircraft. I have determined [he or she] has demonstrated satisfactory proficiency and safety on the maneuvers and procedures required by § 61.87 in this or similar make and model of aircraft to be flown.

A.6 Solo flight (first 90 calendar-day period): § 61.87(n).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training to qualify for solo flying. I have determined [he or she] meets the applicable requirements of § 61.87(n) and is proficient to make solo flights in [make and model].

A.9 Solo cross-country flight: § 61.93(c)(1) and (2).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required solo cross-country training. I find [he or she] has met the applicable requirements of § 61.93, and is proficient to make solo cross-country flights in a [make and model] aircraft, [aircraft category].

A.10 Solo cross-country flight: § 61.93(c)(3).
I have reviewed the cross-country planning of [First name, MI, Last name]. I find the planning and preparation to be correct to make the solo flight from [origination airport] to [origination airport] via [route of flight] with landings at [names of the airports] in a [make and model] aircraft on [date]. [List any applicable conditions or limitations.]

 A.5 Pre-solo flight training at night: § 61.87(o). Flight training must be received within the 90 calendar-day period preceding the date of the flight.
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received flight training at night on night flying procedures that include takeoffs, approaches, landings, and go-arounds at night at the [airport name] airport where the solo flight will be conducted; navigation training at night in the vicinity of the [airport name] airport where the solo flight will be conducted.
This endorsement expires 90 calendar-days from the date the flight training at night was received.

A.7 Solo flight (each additional 90 calendar-day period): § 61.87(p).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training to qualify for solo flying. I have determined that [he or she] meets the applicable requirements of § 61.87(p) and is proficient to make solo flights in [make and model].

A.8 Solo takeoffs and landings at another airport within 25 nautical miles (NM): § 61.93(b)(1). I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.93(b)(1). I have determined that [he or she] is proficient to practice solo takeoffs and landings at [airport name]. The takeoffs and landings at [airport name] are subject to the
following conditions: [List any applicable conditions or limitations.]

A.11 Repeated solo cross-country flights not more than 50 NM from the point of departure: § 61.93(b)(2). I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training in both directions between and at both [airport names]. I have determined that [he or she] is proficient of § 61.93(b)(2) to conduct repeated solo cross-country flights over that route,
subject to the following conditions: [List any applicable conditions or limitations.]

A.12 Solo flight in Class B airspace: § 61.95(a).
I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.95(a). I have determined [he or she] is proficient to conduct solo flights in [name of Class B] airspace. [List any applicable conditions or limitations.]

A.13 Solo flight to, from, or at an airport located in Class B airspace: § 61.95(b) and 14 CFR part 91, § 91.131(b)(1). I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has received the required training of § 61.95(b)(1). I have determined that [he or she] is proficient to conduct solo flight
operations at [name of airport]. [List any applicable conditions or limitations.]

A.14 Endorsement of U.S. citizenship recommended by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA): Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) § 1552.3(h). The flight instructor must keep a copy of the documents used to provide proof of citizenship for 5 years or make the following endorsement in the student’s logbook and the instructor’s logbook or other record used to record flight student endorsements with the following: I certify that [First name, MI, Last name] has presented me a [type of document presented, such as a U.S. birth certificate or U.S. passport, and the relevant control or sequential number on the document, if any] establishing that [he or she] is a U.S. citizen or national in accordance with 49 CFR § 1552.3(h).

GUMPS

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

G – Gas (Fuel on the proper tank, fuel pump on as required, positive fuel pressure)
U – Undercarriage (landing gear down)
M – Mixture (fuel mixture set)
P – Propeller (prop set)
S – Seat belts and Switches (lights, pitot heat, etc.)

BLITTS

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

B = boost pump on

L = lights as required

I = instruments set

T = transponder on

T = takeoff time noted

S = seat, belts, doors secured

Lights Camera Action

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

CIGAR

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

CIGAR Runup/Ground Check
C controls check
I instruments set
G gas (proper tank, pump on, etc)
A attitude (flaps, trim, etc.)
R runup

A TOMATO FLAMES

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019

To help remember 91.205(b) (VFR Day Instrument Requirements) we’ll use A TOMATO FLAMES. Once filled out it looks something like this
A – airspeed indicator
T – tachometer (for each engine)
O – oil pressure gauge (for each engine using a pressure system)
M – manifold pressure gauge (for each altitude engine)
A – altimeter
T – temperature gauge (for each liquid cooled engine)
O – oil temperature gauge (for each air cooled engine)
F – fuel gauge
L – landing gear position indicator
A – anti collision lights (for aircraft certified after March 11th 1996)
M – magnetic compass
E – ELT
S – safety belts

Flymall Wheels & Wings April 2019 Newsletter

Saturday, April 27th, 2019

Kraemer Aviation Services: Your one stop website for everything Wheels & Wings. Sales, appraisals, news, tech tips, events, and more.

History Trivia:  Have you ever thought about how the US adopted the current tail number system for all US registered aircraft.  Click here to find out.  

How many Beatles fans have ever heard of the Nerk Twins?  John & Paul did one gig together as a duo (under the name Nerk Twins) on April 23 1960.  Click here to read more.

Achievements & Special Recognition:  Pat’s student Uma recently earned her Private Pilot Certificate.  You may remember Uma, her and Pat hit a goose with this very aircraft.  Click here for the post about the goose. 

Harry recently said goodbye to an old friend. Detour Dave as he was known.  Detour Dave was an airborne traffic reporter in the 80s and 90s. Harry flew him around in the early 1980s.

Aviation/Aviators in the news:  Harry recently attended DPE class at FAA headquarters in Oklahoma City.  He passed the final exam missing only one question.  Harry should be up and running as a DPE in late April or early May.  Visit the new Practical Test section of the Flymall for more information.  Below is a picture of Harry at the school in Oklahoma City. 

Here are a few rare pictures of Harry doing what he loves to do, fly airplanes.

64 days, 22 hours, 19 minutes, and 5 seconds. That is how long a Cessna 172 flew without landing from December 1958 to February 1959. The two pilots refueled from a truck and slept in shifts on a single mattress.  Since they did not land anywhere except from the departure airport, they could not count it as cross country time!!!

 

 

Car/Motorcycle Show News:  The Flymall team attended the annual Laytonsville Volunteer Fire Department all you can eat roast beef and shrimp dinner.  The fire department will often bring their 1930 Brockway Fire Truck to Harry’s Laytonsville Cruise In.  In fact, a few of the firemen that work there own their own vintage fire trucks.  If you enjoy looking at fire trucks close up and shrimp & beef, this annual dinner is for you.  In addition to the 1930 Brockway, they have several other older fire trucks that are kept in working condition.  Click here for more pictures from the event.

Here is their 1930 Brockway.

Here’s some good news for our classic car and motorcycle friends/fans.  Harry is becoming a broker for Hagerty Collector Car insurance.  We can appraise your collector vehicle and now we can offer insurance to you as well.  The Flymall Wheels & Wings site is becoming your one stop site for all of your wheels and wings needs.

The Flymall team attended one of District Harley Davidson Saturday morning breakfast.  Jett is very welcome there and she usually makes their Facebook page.

The team also attended the annual Gas & Steam Engine Show at the Agriculture Center in Derwood Maryland.  Click here for pictures from the event.

Here’s Harry’s YouTube video highlighting the show.

Harry, Pat, and Jett also attended the annual Howard County Motorcycle Swap Meet.

For the “gearheads”, earlier this month we celebrated April 27.

Want to know where the Flymall team will be next?  Visit our appearance calendar by clicking here.

Barn Finds/Hangar Finds:  In the past we have brought you barn finds and hangar finds in this section.  This month we have a first for the newsletter.  We have a wall find.

A 1916 Traub. This bike is the rarest of the rare! This 1916 Traub was discovered in 1967, concealed in a brick wall of a residence in Chicago. Its maker is unknown. All of its parts–excluding the seat, carburetor, and magneto appear to be hand-built. None of the parts are interchangeable with the components of any other early machines known. The bike is in perfect operating order and performs flawlessly up to speeds in excess of 80 mph. Although the bike’s origin is still a mystery, efforts to uncover the Traub’s true story continues to this day!

 

 

Check out the tech tip section of the Flymall for assistance in restoring your barn find or hangar find.  You can also visit our Test Drive section for reviews on cars, motorcycles, aircraft, and many other vehicles. 

 

CFI / DPE Notes:  Visit our new Practical Test page on the Flymall.  Harry will be available to speak at flight school monthly meetings sharing his experience as a long time active flight instructor (over 33 years) and pilot examiner.  Harry is in the process of making his Question & Answer section open to the public for a small fee.  Click here for a slide show highlighting the Question & Answer section.

Weather in the news:  On Friday April 5 2019 we had another storm system moving from west to east that stretched from the southern border all the way up into Canada.

Check out the TAFs for BWI and IAD for April 27 2019.  Some strong winds for a spring frontal passage.

Three Wheel Association (TWA):  Harry is currently speaking with the owner of 3-wheelers.com to purchase the website.  This will be a great addition to TWA and Harry’s 3 wheeler museum.

At the Gas and Steam engine show Harry spotted a rare piece of farm equipment made in 1836, a 1836 Dain Steel Safety Corn Cutter. Click here for some pictures of the one spotted at the show.

Here is what it should look like.

At the same show there was a half scale replica of an 1886 Olds 3 wheeler. This was the very first Oldsmobile.  The builder and owner is an old friend of Harry’s and there are plans for the builder to build another one for Harry’s collection. 

John Henry Knight.  Inventor.  Click here for more information on John Henry Knight.

Prototypes:  Just like the wall find we highlighted in our Barn Finds section, here is another one of a kind! A factory 1 of 1 1971 GTO Judge Wagon. Special ordered from the factory and signed off on by Jim Wangers and John DeLorean themselves.

Animals in the headlines:  Meet Juji the dog.  A Facebook find by Harry.  A photographer that started a story about his dog that grew to a very large size.  It was just a story, the pictures are done in PhotoShop.  Still, very cool!

We close this newsletter with these words of wisdom:  Begin each day with your favorite music.