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  • First meeting in 2021: rev1 - 23 Jan 2021 - 01:56 writes: … Our first WAPA meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday January 27th at 6:30 PM. If you are interested in attending and did not receiv…

  • First meeting of 2020, a FAA Safety Seminar: rev1 - 11 Jan 2020 - 02:02 writes: … "Seaplane Operations in New England!" Seaplane Operations in our area presented by a local professional pilot and flight instructor. On …

  • Time to sign up for the 2019 Holiday Party: rev2 - 11 Jan 2020 - 02:01 writes: … We are heading back to The Overlook in Charlton for this year's Christmas party. Same price as last year, $35 per person. Menu is upda…

  • WAPA fly-in picnic Saturday 8/24 in Gardner: rev1 - 21 Aug 2019 - 16:52 writes: … The WAPA annual fly in picnic will be held on Saturday 8/24 at Airnav:GDM starting at around 11:00 AM. So far the weather is looking go…

  • 2018 Holiday Party: rev1 - 28 Nov 2018 - 03:50 writes: … The signup page for the Holiday Party is ready to go. We are a little late this year in getting all the information posted. Back by po…

  • Upcoming events in Worcester Area Sept. 22: rev1 - 19 Sep 2018 - 00:55 writes: … It's a busy weekend this coming week. There are several events of interest to pilots: * The Collings Foundation Wings of Freedom to…

  • WAPA Picnic Fly-out Sunday Aug. 19: rev1 - 17 Aug 2018 - 15:37 writes: … The annual WAPA fly out picnic will be held on the planned rain date Sunday August 19th. 11:00 AM until the food runs out. If you a…

  • WAPA Meeting - Wednesday Feb 21, 6:30 PM: rev1 - 07 Feb 2018 - 22:20 writes: … The next WAPA meeting will be a dinner meeting at O'Connor's Restaurant. * When: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 6:30 PM * Where: O'Connor's R…

  • Collings Foundation: rev1 - 06 Sep 2017 - 17:30 writes: … The Collings foundation Wings of Freedom Tour is returning to Worcester on September 22 24. See http://www.collingsfoundation.org/event…

  • 2016 Holiday Party: rev1 - 18 Nov 2016 - 02:54 writes: … The WAPA Holiday Party will be held on Saturday December 10th, at 5:00 PM, at The Overlook in Charlton. Reservations are required, so pl…

  • WAPA Fly-Out Picnic, Saturday 8/20 11:00 AM: rev4 - 12 Nov 2016 - 14:35 Picnic is ON for Saturday, Rain or Shine. Fly in or Drive in. Plenty of food, see you there! writes: … The annual WAPA Fly in Picnic will be hel…

  • 29th annual Pokki Cub Haven: rev1 - 09 Aug 2016 - 15:28 writes: … Dominic Scaler has asked us to pass along an invitation to the 29th annual Pokki Cub Haven Chicken Ribs BBQ. It will be held on Sunda…

  • 2016 Annual Meeting, Wednesday May 18: rev2 - 09 Aug 2016 - 15:20 writes: … The Annual Meeting and elections of directors and officers will be held on Wednesday evening, 6:30 PM at The Mill 185 in West Boylston M…

  • Fly-out to Chatham (CQX) Sunday: rev3 - 17 Apr 2016 - 00:17 writes: … WAPA members will be flying out to Chatham Airport (Airnav:CQX) this coming Sunday, April 17. Plan is to meet up at CQX at 12:30 for lu…

  • Holiday party is Saturday December 5th: rev1 - 26 Nov 2015 - 05:06 writes: … The annual Holiday Party is being held again at the Overlook in Charlton. It starts at 5pm on Saturday the 5th. Reservations required,...

  • The Battle of Britain Experience: rev1 - 12 Jun 2015 - 01:39 writes: … The next WAPA meeting will feature a presentation by Graeme J W Smith 2015 is the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain – the most s…

  • Annual Meeting, Wednesday May 20th 6:30 PM: rev1 - 01 May 2015 - 14:50 writes: … The WAPA Annual Meeting will be held at the Tweeds Pub Restaurant, on Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30 PM. Agenda: * Nominations and Ele…

  • 2014 Holiday Party, Saturday December 6th: rev2 - 22 Nov 2014 - 01:58 writes: … The Christmas party for 2014 is scheduled for Saturday December 6th at 6:00 PM. This year we've moved the event to the Overlook in Char…

  • WAPA Flyout to Turners Falls 6/18: rev2 - 28 Jun 2014 - 03:08 writes: … The fly out this evening to Turners Falls Airnav:0B5 is still looking like a go. Plan to depart your local airports to meet up between …

  • WAPA Holiday Party 2013: rev3 - 02 Jan 2014 - 17:34 _ writes:_ … The 2013 Holiday Party is on for Friday December 6th, 2013. We are returning to the Grill on the Hill again for what has proven to be g…

  • The 2013 WAPA Picnic / Fly-in at Gardner: rev1 - 26 Aug 2013 - 02:16 _ writes:_ … The fly in was well attended with 7 aircraft flying in for the event. The cookout and both the hangar and real flying was enjoyed by al…

  • Gardner: Pokki Cub Haven Chicken & Rib BBQ: rev1 - 25 Aug 2013 - 16:09 _ writes:_ … Dominic at the Garner Airport asked us to pass along an invitation to Pokki Cub Haven 26, Fly In or Drive, rain or shine on the Gardner…

  • TFR over Hartford on Monday 4/8/2013: rev2 - 09 Apr 2013 - 02:38 _ writes:_ … A 32 mile TFR has been announced for Monday afternoon, for President Obama's trip to Connecticut. The two TFR's are: * 3/0012 * 3…

  • Temporary reprieve for the towers: rev1 - 07 Apr 2013 - 02:00 _ writes:_ … The FAA announced yesterday that they will temporarily delay the tower closings until June 15th, but at that all towers would be closed…

  • Tower closure schedule: rev2 - 27 Mar 2013 - 21:39 _ writes:_ … The FAA has published the schedule for contract control towers. (Though it's announced as a euphemism "Federal Contract towers where fu…

  • How night current are you?: rev1 - 03 Feb 2013 - 20:04 _ writes:_ … The next WAPA / ORH Safety Seminar will be held on Wednesday Feb. 13, at 7:00 pm. Do you fly at night? Are you aware of all the night f…

  • Can the iPad save your life?: rev1 - 01 Dec 2012 - 02:11 _ writes:_ … Find out at the upcoming safety seminar. Wednesday December 5th, Worcester Airport, 7:00 pm. Reserve your seat here Attend this exciti…

  • More access changes at ORH: rev1 - 20 Aug 2012 - 16:07 _ writes:_ … This year in addition to the new badge readers, there is now mandatory driver training that must be accomplished annually. Which means …

  • New access badge procedures: rev1 - 30 Jun 2012 - 03:36 _ writes:_ … New badge readers have been installed at ORH, and the access procedure has changed. Previously, you entered your PIN and then scanned t…

  • SPAGS Approach now active: rev2 - 30 Jun 2012 - 03:40 * _ writes:_ … The hard work by several folks has paid off, and the SPAGS initial approach fix is now active. As reported earlier, Anthony "Spag" B…

  • TFR Monday/Tuesday June 25-26: rev2 - 30 Jun 2012 - 02:55 _ writes:_ …There are 30 Mile TFR's over the area on Monday and Tuesday of this coming week. * Portsmouth NH, 2/1255 Monday June 25th * Bost…

  • TFR Friday 3/30 Portland ME, Burlington VT: rev2 - 04 Apr 2012 - 20:53 _ writes:_ … Two 30 mile TFR's will be active tomorrow Friday March 30, 2012. * 2/8611 Portland, ME * 2/8615 Burlington VT As usual, check wit…

  • Are you expiring?: rev1 - 02 Jan 2012 - 18:56 _ writes:_ … Have you recently renewed your drivers license, passport or other ID used to prove identity in order to obtain an access badge? If so, …

  • Holiday Party December 7th 2011: rev1 - 22 Nov 2011 - 01:36 _ writes:_ … The 2010 party at Grill on the Hill was a resounding success. Be sure to sign up soon for the 2011 event. $25 per person, reservations …

  • Collings Foundation returning to Worcester: rev1 - 19 Sep 2011 - 01:06 _ writes:_ … The Collings foundation Wings of Freedom tour will be returning to Worcester for an extended visit, Friday September 23rd through Wedne…

  • TFR over Cape starts Thursday 8/18/2011: rev2 - 04 Sep 2011 - 13:25 _ writes:_ … There will be a TFR starting tomorrow Thursday August 18, over the Cape and Islands due to President Obama's vacation. Like last year…

  • Southbridge devastation: rev1 - 12 Jun 2011 - 02:55 _ writes:_ … Here are a few more details on the destruction of Southbridge airport. According to a report in the Telegram. "Fifteen airplanes and tw…

  • TFR's on Wednesday 18 May 2011: rev4 - 01 Jun 2011 - 14:37 UPDATED: Windsor Locks TFR amended _ writes:_ … Let's everyone try to avoid close encounters of the "F 18" kind. There are multiple VIP TFR's for…

  • New year, New ORH access procedures: rev1 - 24 Jan 2011 - 15:28 _ writes:_ … New vehicle access procedures for ORH. The 2010 stickers expire on 1/31/2011. No vehicles without a 2011 sticker will be permitted on t…

  • In Memoriam: Gregg Andrews: rev8 - 09 Jun 2011 - 17:11 _ writes:_ … I'm deeply saddened to report that this morning, aviation lost one of it's great. Gregg Andrews lost his life this morning a little bef…

  • Holiday Party, Wednesday December 8th: rev1 - 21 Nov 2010 - 02:41 _ writes:_ … The annual Holiday Dinner Party for 2010 will be held Wednesday evening, 6 10pm. WAPA members, former members, and hopefully future mem…

  • In Memoriam: Leo "Buddy" Comeau: rev3 - 09 Nov 2010 - 02:27 Andy Davis asked that we pass along the following sad news: It is with deepest regret to announce the passing of Worcester Airport Operations Shift Ma…

  • October meeting postponed to 3rd Wednesday: rev2 - 09 Nov 2010 - 02:28 _ writes:_ … The October meeting and Safety Seminar has been postponed to Wednesday October 20. We didn't want to pass up the opportunity to have Do…

  • Worcester Airport Update: rev5 - 30 Sep 2010 - 14:12 UPDATE 9/28 Runway reopened 0800 Thursday WAPA will post updates as received.! _ writes:_ … The WAPA Meeting on September 8th featured a cookout f…

  • 30 Mile TFR over Vineyard starts Aug. 19: rev2 - 02 Sep 2010 - 18:00 _ writes:_ … The president will be on the Vineyard for 10 days, resulting in a TFR covering much of the Cape and Islands. The good news is that ther…

  • WAPA Annual cookout Saturday August 7th: rev2 - 18 Aug 2010 - 14:31 _ writes:_ … WAPA's annual cookout is set for August 7 (raindate August 14). Time is noon 3pm. Location is Gardner Airport (GDM), CTAF/Unicom 122….

  • Safety Seminar - Wednesday April 7: rev3 - 09 Apr 2010 - 00:55 WAPA will be starting back up with a cookout in front of the terminal building, after 6:PM. So if you want to grab a burger and dogs, come early to th…

  • Norwood under water again - Reopened 4/6: rev4 - 22 Jun 2010 - 01:14 _ writes:_ … For the 2nd time in a month, Norwood ( Airnav:OWD ) is under water. Word from Airport Manager Russ Maguire: Unfortunately, I was forced…

  • WWII Aircraft arrive at ORH: rev3 - 30 Sep 2009 - 03:40 _ writes:_ … With a gusty crosswind early this afternoon, three WWII aircraft arrived at ORH, beginning a 3 day visit with tours and rides available…

  • Wapa News - April 2009: rev3 - 29 Apr 2009 - 01:34 _ writes:_ … News from WAPA. The WAPA nominating meeting for officers and the BoardOfDirectors was held prior to the FAA Safety Seminar on April 1st…

  • Meetings changing to Wednesdays: rev1 - 06 Jan 2009 - 15:46 writes: … As of January 2009, the WAPA meetings will move to Wednesday evenings. The primary reason for the change is to accommodate the Thursday…

  • Biddeford ME Fly-in Saturday 8/30/2008: rev2 - 03 Sep 2008 - 15:49 writes: … Chip Jarry wrote in with a reminder from the AOPA ASN. The Biddeford Maine Airnav:B19 fly in will be this Saturday, August 30th. From…

  • Mass Sales Tax Exemption Repeal Update: rev1 - 01 Jul 2008 - 23:13 writes: … Budget bill reported out of legislature conference committee did NOT include repeal of the aviation sales tax exemption. Back to: WebHo…

  • New ORH Letters to Airmen published: rev2 - 02 May 2009 - 04:30 Mel Turmelle writes… Here are the revised Letters of which I wrote in March/April. Please make them available to all users. Letter to Aimen 08 1 mer…

  • An "Arresting Experience" to avoid: rev2 - 14 Jun 2008 - 02:58 writes: … At Wednesday's WAPA meeting, Airport Manager Eric Waldron and others from Massport presented plans for construction at ORH over this sum…

  • What's your favorite source for weather?: rev1 - 12 Jun 2008 - 04:10 writes: … There are a couple of new sources for weather and flight planning out there. The Unisys weather weather.unisys.com site offer up a num…

  • New TAF Format Coming: rev1 - 06 Jun 2008 - 11:54 writes: … Effective November 8, the coding format for all TAF's will change. In addition, TAF's for certain airports will be provided for a 30 hou…

  • Council attempts to slice airport spending: rev1 - 04 Jun 2008 - 16:49 writes: … District 3 Councilor Paul P. Clancy Jr., proposed cutting a significant portion of tax levy subsidy the city provides for Worcester Reg…

  • TFR Tomorrow April 25th over CT, MA, NY: rev2 - 26 Apr 2008 - 21:40 writes: … There will be two 30 mile TFR's tomorrow Friday April 25th over Hartford and South Kent. These include the 10 mile no fly zones and the…

  • Aviation Sales Tax Update: rev3 - 17 Sep 2017 - 03:22 writes: … Update: Response to Dave Libbey from George Peterson, Minority Leader "The new bill that is being reported out of the Committee on Wa…

  • March 2008 seminar schedule is here: rev2 - 02 Apr 2008 - 00:42 Jim Adams wrote in with the March schedule. Attached is a PDF version of the calendar. Please post at your local airports. * MAR08pgmPdf.pdf Bac…

  • Last issue of NASA ASRS Callback mailed : rev2 - 23 Jan 2008 - 04:15 writes: … I've had a subscription to NASA's Aviation Safety Reporting System's monthly newsletter Callback for many years. It was free, and only …

  • Boeing 787 Dreamliner a "Hackers Dream"?: rev1 - 06 Jan 2008 - 00:16 From the What were they thinking department Wired Magazine is reporting that the FAA is concerned about the systems design of the new Boeing 787 Dream…

  • December 2007 Seminar Calendar: rev2 - 06 Jan 2008 - 00:17 writes: … Jim Adams sent in the December calendar. For your viewing pleasure, and please post at your local airports. * DEC07pgm.doc MS Word…

  • Alton Bay plans for 2008: rev1 - 20 Nov 2007 - 03:26 SteveF wrote in with an update about Alton Bay (Airnav:B18) from the 170 mailing list. Looks like they have great plans for 2008. So we need to hop…

  • November 2007 FAA Seminar Schedule: rev2 - 08 Dec 2007 - 01:03 Jim Adams wrote in with the November schedule. Get your copies here. And if you can print them and post at area Airports, please do! And don't forg…

  • Sterling Glider Rides with GBSC a success: rev2 - 25 Oct 2007 - 00:07 writes: … Several WAPA Members and guests were able to get together on short notice for glider rides at Sterling Airport (Airnav:3b3), with the Gr…

  • October 2007 Seminar Schedule: rev2 - 05 Nov 2007 - 00:53 writes: … Better late than never… the October 2007 Seminar Schedule has arrived from Jim Adams at the FAA. You can get your copies here, and as…

  • AOPA Expo at Hartford next week: rev3 - 19 Oct 2007 - 03:26 writes: … AOPA Expo comes to Hartford next week. Richard Gammon reminded everyone on Unicom today that AOPA has published arrival procedures for …

  • So, Why did I want to be a bush pilot again?: rev1 - 26 Sep 2007 - 02:43 … And is it true that the Captain always has the first officer do the walk around? This photo has been floating around for a while, and word from th…

  • Is this a FAA approved technique?: rev1 - 19 Sep 2007 - 01:40 writes: … Reuters reports in this article that Nepal Airlines has taken to sacrificing goats to appease the Hindu sky god. KATHMANDU (Reuters) …

  • Adding a Glider Rating: rev2 - 08 Sep 2007 - 17:21 writes: … The September 6th meeting will be a presentation by a CFI Glider from the GBSC Greater Boston Soaring Club on adding a Glider Rating…

  • A10 Thunderbolt drops practice bomb at BDL: rev2 - 23 Sep 2007 - 22:58 writes: And we worry about flour bombing contests… An A 10 Thunderbolt with the Air National Guard managed to drop a practice bomb on the runway a…

  • TFR in Kennebunkport Thursday through Sunday: rev3 - 12 Aug 2007 - 21:18 writes: … FAA and AOPA have both sent out notices about the upcoming VIP TFR over Kennebunkport starting Thursday afternoon 8/9 and running throug…

  • August 2007 Seminar Schedule: rev1 - 08 Aug 2007 - 01:19 writes: … Better Late than Never… Jim Adams wrote in with the August 2007 seminar schedule. Get your copy here. You can get the PDF or MS Word…

  • The July '07 Seminar Schedule is here...: rev2 - 08 Aug 2007 - 01:19 writes: … Jim Adams wrote in with the July schedule. Copies are attached here. As usual, if you get a chance, please post at your local airports…

  • TFRs Today and through Monday!: rev8 - 02 Jul 2007 - 22:40 writes: … AOPA sent out an alert that there are two TFRs that will be in our backyard starting today Thursday June 28. The 2nd TFR runs from Thur…

  • August 25 Flyout to Elmira Museums: rev8 - 19 Sep 2007 - 00:52 CANCELED! The Elmira trip has been canceled. For further information, contact feedback #64;worcesterapa.org If nobody shows up, does a fly out still…

  • Young Eagles: rev3 - 19 Sep 2007 - 00:50 Update: 9/15/07 Due to program changes at the EAA, WAPA is no longer permitted to conduct organized Young Eagle events. We will still attempt to ass…

  • Mark July 12th for a special Safety Seminar: rev4 - 09 Aug 2007 - 03:15 writes: … John Munn reports that WAPA and the FAA have arranged for a special return visit by Bob Martens on July 12th. Bob's topic will be Dying…

  • May and June 2007 Meeting Minutes: rev1 - 17 Jun 2007 - 17:28 writes: … WAPA Clerk David Libby posted the meeting minutes for our May Annual Meeting, and our June general meeting and directors meeting. WAPA …

  • June 2007 Seminar Schedules: rev1 - 28 May 2007 - 13:25 writes: … Jim Adams wrote in with the 2007 FAASTeam program schedule. He asks that everyone post these at their local airports. The schedules ar…

  • The Senate Finance Committee / User Fees: rev4 - 19 Jun 2007 - 01:46 writes: … The AOPA has been leading the way in a battle to stop proposed GA user fees. For more information and the latest on the FAA funding …

  • May 2007 FAA Seminar Schedules: rev4 - 02 Jun 2007 - 01:53 writes: … The May calendar of events is attached below. As usual, post at your local airports if you have a chance. Updated: Bob Adelizzi wrote i…

  • Breakfast Fly-out Sunday 5/6: rev2 - 06 May 2007 - 23:28 CANCELED Runway closed at 1B1 writes: … Steve F. is organizing a breakfast fly out to Columbia County 1B1 for Sunday May 6th. Leave ORH at 8:4…

  • Automated Weather: rev4 - 07 May 2007 - 12:51 writes: … Have any of you tried the new automated weather that has replaced the 1 800 WXBRIEF ? It is at 1 877 484 2799 and is a computer generate…

  • TFR Tomorrow April 24, over NY/NJ Area: rev2 - 25 Apr 2007 - 01:29 writes: … There will be a TFR over NY City on Tuesday, April 24th. Latest information has it running from 11:45 AM until 8:10 PM local, but times …

  • Annual Meeting - May 3, 2007: rev6 - 05 May 2007 - 03:29 writes: … When: Thursday May 3, 6:30 pm Gathering Time Where: The Annual Meeting will take place at Tweeds Restaurant, 231 Grove Str…

  • Boston Runway Incursion video: rev2 - 06 Apr 2007 - 04:31 writes: … At tonights Safety Seminar several people asked for pointers to the NTSB animation of the June 2005 BOS runway incursion. Links to the …

  • Fitchburg Safety Seminar, and Fly-in BBQ: rev2 - 24 Apr 2007 - 01:30 writes: … This Tuesday, April 10th, the Fitchburg Pilot Association is holding a Safety Seminar preceded by a Picnic / BBQ at 6:00 PM. The semina…

  • April 2007 FAA Seminars: rev4 - 24 May 2007 - 03:14 writes: … Jim Adams wrote in with the April 2007 calendar of Safety Seminars for the Bradley FSDO. Also, Bob Adelizzi forwarded notices for the B…

  • Federal Air Tour rule impacts Young Eagles: rev2 - 25 Feb 2007 - 20:29 writes: … AvWeb and others are reporting that the new Federal Air Tour rule published in the recent Federal Register directly impacts Young Eagles…

  • ORH Gate Access cut off after March 9, 2007: rev4 - 09 Mar 2007 - 23:53 writes: … ORH pilots should have received a letter from Eric Waldron this past week detailing the new TSA Security Directives that were discussed …

  • Did you know … news from the FAA: rev2 - 25 Feb 2007 - 20:04 writes: … Seminar schedules and some other information… Jim Adams wrote in with the March 2007 seminar schedule. And a few other notices came o…

  • Minutes from February 2007 Meeting Posted: rev2 - 25 Feb 2007 - 20:33 writes: … Members Only Dave Libbey has submitted the minutes from our Feb. meeting. They are now available for viewing in WapaSecure.MeetingMin…

  • Schenectady Trip Report: rev2 - 25 Feb 2007 - 20:31 writes: … Main.SteveF and Dewey wrote in with a bit of a trip report. Sounds like it was a good time. Hopefully we'll get some pictures to put up…

  • Schenectady Trip Report: rev1 - 20 Feb 2007 - 03:05 writes: … Main.SteveF and Dewey wrote in with a bit of a trip report. Sounds like it was a good time. Hopefully we'll get some pictures to put up…

  • A Gulfstream does SkyWriting?: rev1 - 08 Feb 2007 - 01:17 writes: … I found this story referenced on http://slashdot.org/ It appears that Gulfstream has come up with a new unique way to do skywriting….

  • An Evening with PVD & BOS ATC - Tuesday 2/13: rev2 - 15 Feb 2007 - 20:05 writes: … Bob Adelizzi wrote in with notice about an upcoming FAA Safety Seminar in Warwick RI, nearby the T.F. Green airport. The seminar is spo…

  • ORH Vehicle Access sticker renewal due NOW: rev1 - 22 Jan 2007 - 17:31 writes: … The 2007 Vehicle Access Stickers are available and 2006 stickers will no longer be valid for use after January 31st, so you should rene…

  • Civil Air Patrol running Raffle: rev2 - 29 Jan 2007 - 04:58 Commander Joseph Zwirblia writes: … Aviation Headset Raffle Benefiting Civil Air Patrol #8217;s Goddard Squadron Cadet Program Located at Worces…

  • Fly-out to Schenectady Feb 17.: rev28 - 11 Mar 2007 - 16:10 We will be running the trip on March 17th as well for members who were unable to fly in February. writes: … Steve Fogarty has planned a joint fl…

  • Now AT&T blocks WAPA: rev3 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:01 Update 12/3/2006: Late last night AT T removed the block. writes: … This SPAM blocking is getting to be really annoying. Now we are blocked b…

  • December 2006 Seminar Schedule: rev3 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:02 writes: … Bob Adelizi and James Adams wrote in with the BOS and BDL seminar schedules attached here for your reading pleasure. Please pass them…

  • AOL Blocking WAPA E-Mail: rev5 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:02 Updated 11/30/06: We've been approved for the AOL "white list". Hopefully we won't be blocked again unless somehow SPAM starts getting through our s…

  • December 2006 Holiday Events: rev4 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:03 writes: … The December meeting, originally planned for Thursday December 7th has been cancelled. WAPA members have been invited to a pot luck Hol…

  • November 2006 Seminar Schedule: rev2 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:03 writes: … Jim Adams mailed out the November safety calendar. As usual, you can also sign up for e mail alerts or search for nearby seminars at th…

  • October 2006 Seminar Schedules: rev2 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:04 writes: … Pete Lindberg wrote in with the October schedule for the Bradley FSDO. WAPA and Worcester Airport are sponsoring a seminar on Thursday …

  • September 2006 Seminars: rev2 - 21 Oct 2006 - 01:19 writes: … Bob Adelizzi and Peter Lindberg have sent in the September seminar schedules, and Steve Fogarty points out that AOPA is holding a semina…

  • Allegiant Air pulls out of Worcester: rev2 - 06 Sep 2006 - 01:40 Channel 4 Boston is reporting that Allegiant Air is ceasing its Worcester service. I've not been able to find any formal announcements from Allegiant…

  • Fitchburg Airport Fly-In Saturday Sept. 9: rev2 - 12 Sep 2006 - 00:26 Charley Valera wrote in: … I'm with the Fitchburg Pilots Assoc. We're having our annual fly in this year on Sept. 9, 2006. Rain date is the 10th…

  • WAPA Picnic Fly-in in Gardner August 12th : rev4 - 12 Sep 2006 - 00:26 The 2006 Annual WAPA Picnic / Fly in will be held at Garnder Airport on Saturday August 12, 2006. The event starts at Noon, and will be held along wi…

  • August 2006 Seminar Schedule : rev4 - 12 Sep 2006 - 00:27 Pete Lindberg sent in the schedule for the Bradley FSDO sponsored Safety Seminars. Read the details here: * August 2006 Bradley FSDO Programs (MS W…

  • 2006 Owls Head Flyout : rev7 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:05 %ANOTHER TRIP IS ON FOR TODAY SUNDAY 7/30. The Owls Head trip is Saturday July 29 with a rain date of Sunday July 30. There is a lot to see at Owl #8…

  • 2006 Rhinebeck Aerodrome Fly-out : rev14 - 21 Jan 2007 - 03:05 The Rhinebeck trip is on for Sunday 7/9 the trip is a go as the weather is to be perfect. See you at Kingston 20N from 10 to 1 and after the show …

  • Airfield Access Update at ORH : rev4 - 13 Jul 2006 - 23:53 At the June meeting we had a brief training session covering airfield access procedures. Here is an update, and a reminder about the upcoming access b…

  • Upcoming Events: rev7 - 08 May 2022 - 03:50 /Wapa/WapaEventCalendar?t= edit "}%"}% Back to: WebHome Comments Back to: WebHome Main.GeorgeClark 17 Jun 2006

  • July 2006 Seminar Schedule is out: rev1 - 17 Jun 2006 - 02:31 Peter Lindberg sent in the July FAA Safety Seminar schedule. We had initially planned to skip the 7/6 seminar due to the proximity of the July 4th ho…

  • Minutes from June 1 meeting posted: rev1 - 08 Jun 2006 - 03:09 writes: Dave Libbey submitted minutes from the June 1st meeting. They are posted for WAPA Members in the secure section of the web. Members can read…

  • Next WAPA Meeting June 1st: rev5 - 02 Jun 2006 - 23:56 writes: The next WAPA meeting will be held on Thursday June 1st in the terminal building at Worcester Airport. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM. The pr…

  • June 2006 Safety Seminar schedule is out: rev6 - 03 Jul 2006 - 03:58 Peter Lindberg wrote in with the June 2006 Safety Seminar schedule. It is attached below in MS Word and Adobe PDF formats. And Bob Adelizi sent in…

  • Runway Safety Week May 13-21 2006: rev3 - 25 May 2006 - 00:05 Did you know about Runway Safety Week? Take our poll: Comments Back to: WebHome Main.GeorgeClark 18 May 2006

  • Poll results - What do we do next?: rev2 - 26 May 2006 - 02:25 writes: The old web page had a poll asking what one thing should WAPA accomplish in 2006. There were 16 responses, with a tie for "Organized Flyouts…

  • New WAPA Web under construction: rev11 - 01 Jul 2006 - 13:01 writes: This is the beginnings of a new WAPA Web Site. We are moving completely over to the Wiki and will eventually shut down the old wapa news web …

  • Boston Airspace Pilot's Guide: rev4 - 17 Sep 2017 - 03:22 Bob Adelizzi wrote in to thank WAPA for hosting his visit in January. At that meeting he promised a copy of The Pilot's Guide to Boston Consolidated …

  • Major approach changes to ORH ILS 29 and 11: rev2 - 26 May 2006 - 02:36 Amos Heckendorf raised a question at the January Safety Seminar… It appears that GOZZR is gone, PUMPP is relocated and is now the IAF. The changes c…

  • Hudson River VFR Corridor Flyout: rev8 - 30 Aug 2007 - 00:33 Bruce Irving writes: "Yesterday's flight to the Hudson River VFR Corridor was awesome! The weather was great and NYC never looked so good. I flew do…

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