May Meeting Minutes

Minutes of the 668th Meeting of the Keystone Clippers Model Aircraft Club

AMA Charter 553

Sunday June 6, 2021

The 668th meeting of the Keystone Clippers was held at the KCRC field at 12:00 pm and called to order by President Mike Shepherd with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. There were 5 regular members and 3 Officers present.

Readings

None

Treasurer’s Report

The Treasurer’s report was given by Jerry Thomas and approved by the membership. A motion to pay the bills was made and seconded.

Communications

Dan Berti’s wife passed last Sunday, flowers sent on behalf of the Club.

A get well card will be sent to Jerry.

Field Report

The field is in good condition. Port a john has been delivered.

Old Business

The Club suggested replacing the KCRC sign at the west end of the field with something that is easier to install and remove. We discussed options but no final decision has been made. Our AMA Charter number and GPS coordinates will need to be added under the new FAA guidelines.

New Business

No dates on float fly at Acme have been set.  

Jim Kealey and Mike Shepherd have been investigating landscaping cloth as a runway for small electric aircraft. They will report findings at the July meeting.

The Club discussed holding a Swap and Fly-in at the field in late August or September. Local Clubs will be invited to participate. Details and dates will be decided at the July meeting.

Show and Tell

None

The meeting concluded at 1245 pm followed by the second annual Club picnic. Food was prepared by Jan Shepherd.

Eric R Haberman, Secretary KCRC.