Minnesota pilots/students/ etc..

[cutter49]

It doesn't look like the Red River flooding will be as bad as last year, as of now anyway. I see you're based in Aberdeen. I should be flying thru that area in a couple of days. I'm an outcast as well but I get together with the MN guys from time to time. I will let the MN folks chime in on the local area.

[MeanGene]

Hey Cutter, yeah it seems like they've been trying to be pretty proctive this year from what ive seen around the area at least with the flood control. Where are you based out of? I've only been up here since Dec, but I havent seen too much helicopter traffic, just a lot of birds the last week.

Gene

[67november]

Hey Gene, first off welcome to VR and you are more than welcome to join us at any of our gatherings, Cutter maybe an outsider per se but he has become one in our group.

 

keep an eye on this thread and you see what is coming up in the future.

 

67N

[MeanGene]

Sounds good, I try to make it to minneapolis when I can, stop on by if you guys ever make it out west.

[1badz32]

welcome aboard Meangene!

[MeanGene]

thanks 1Bad, where in MN are you based, so I know where I'm not gonna get shot down for being from SD.

[1badz32]

i'm just north of St. Cloud.

Just let me know when you're entering the area, and i'll give the order to cease fire.

Edited March 23, 2010 by 1badz32

[67november]

ATTENTION MINNESOTA MEMBERS

 

We know have a Minnesota members group on facebook

please join up and add you comments and pics.

 

http://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?o...102698103102478

[1badz32]

Look out sky's over MN, they're letting this cat out of the bag.... i introduce to you, the newer, better, improved, solo student pilot 1badz32:

 

I made the trek today at 9am on May 20th 2010.

[67november]

congrats on the solo, those wings look a little stiff

[67november]

bump

[NorthernSP]

Hello MN members. I am new to this completely and trying to get a feel for the industry in our region- much of the info on the site is coastal or Southern. (Understandable) So far I like most of what I see, talking to people is much like being at a car show. People with high interest in the same field- but in a friendly and professional manner, not like fans at a football game or something.

 

I'm new but have a chance to train with full V.A. funding- any opinions or advice? PMs are very welcome too- I'd love to get a feel of the industry from those in the know!

[67november]

Hummingbird Helicopters at the Flying cloud airport has a 141 program, contact Chris Cooper for info.

[67november]

Well where does the time go?

It's time to start planning for the 4th annual Minnesota VR fly-in/drive-in.

 

Our meeting is in February and our turn outs keep growing.

 

please offer up your suggestions for this years meeting site.

 

spread the word to all your friends and lets see if we can have another great turn out for 2011.

 

feel free to post your comments and suggestions or PM me with any questions.

 

Thanks for your participation and hope to see you at the 2011 meeting.

 

67N

[1badz32]

As usual, i'm in!

 

 

[AngelFire_91]

I'm in! Of course the weather had put a damper on my last 2 attempts at trying to get there, hopefully this year will be different.

 

As a side note: My Fiancee is now working at KMSP so I'm in and out of the cities area just about every week. If anyone wants to ever meet up and Hanger fly, or needs someone to share some seat time with I'm game! All I need is about a days notice and I can be down.

[67november]

I'm in! Of course the weather had put a damper on my last 2 attempts at trying to get there, hopefully this year will be different.

 

As a side note: My Fiancee is now working at KMSP so I'm in and out of the cities area just about every week. If anyone wants to ever meet up and Hanger fly, or needs someone to share some seat time with I'm game! All I need is about a days notice and I can be down.

 

PM sent

[ironranger]

I'm also in.

[67november]

ok how about some places to meet?

one place request was Thief River Falls, in the past Alexandria and Fergus Falls have been mentioned

[Ragin Cajun]

Hello everybody new to this forum and now live in Minnesota and would like to join in on the fun! I would be flying in to wherever you guys/gals decide. Guess I should ask if it is alright to bring fixed wing aircraft to the event. Would like to meet new people in the industry. I am a helicopter pilot too if that helps any.

[AngelFire_91]

Hello everybody new to this forum and now live in Minnesota and would like to join in on the fun! I would be flying in to wherever you guys/gals decide. Guess I should ask if it is alright to bring fixed wing aircraft to the event. Would like to meet new people in the industry. I am a helicopter pilot too if that helps any.

 

ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE!! lol! Just kidding!

 

TVF has a vote from me!

[67november]

Well our 4th annual meeting is approaching fast.

Thief River Falls MN is the current leading vote getter, now we need to nail down a date.

After reviewing the calendar it looks like Feb. 19th and the 26th are the best options.

please check your calendars and chime in on your best day for the fly in.

 

as always your suggestions and opinions are appreciated.

 

67N

[ironranger]

Either weekend will work for me. It looks like it's a 140 nautical mile flight from KHIB. Lets hope for good wx.

 

ironranger

[67november]

just letting everyone know that the plans for this years fly-in/drive-in is nearing completion. I should have the detailed announcement within a few days.

[67november]

Greetings fellow aviators,

 

It’s that time of year again, it’s time for;

The 4th annual Minnesota VR Fly-in/Drive-in

 

This year’s event will be held in Thief River Falls, MN (KTVF) this is 141 miles/227 kilometer south of Winnipeg Canada, for any of our Canadian friends that would like to join in this years Fly-in.

It will be held on Saturday February 19th with the 26th as a back up for bad weather.

 

Interest has been expressed about making this a weekend event, see below for details.

 

The arrival and meet and greet time frame will be from 9 AM to 11:30 AM.

 

We will depart for lunch at 11:30 AM

Lunch will be at the Black cat Sports bar & Grill, it décor is of the early years of the Arctic cat snowmobile company. http://www.blackcattrf.com/index.html

Lunch will be a Build your own burger and chicken sandwich bar for $7.99, appetizers and beverages are extra.

We will return to the airport about 1 PM

 

For those who would like to make a weekend of it, there will be heated hanger space available for $30.00 for the night at the FBO, there will be room for 2-4 small helicopters for this event. (Depending on the number of a/c in the hanger and how many rotor blades you have)

 

Americas Best Value Inn has offered up a special event discount for those who wish to spend the night.

http://www.americasbestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=1356

A room with a queen bed will be $54.99

A room with a king bed or 2 queens will be $59.99

These rates are based on up to 2 people per room; additional persons will be $6.00 each.

You will need to reserve a room as early as possible and you must let them know you are a member of the fly-in group to get this discount. Anyone there can assist you with your reservation and the manager’s name is Cheri if you wish to speak with her directly.

 

Americas Best Value Inn

1915 Highway 59 S.

Thief River Falls, MN 56701

218-681-6205

 

Let me know if you have any questions.