Happenings at the Hawk Nest

With the odd weather patterns we have been having it has been hard to get much flying in, the hangar is like an icebox at times, and the wind , well it has been odd even for Tehachapi, which is known for it's wind! More East wind than ever!

IA renewall went OK, a bit "last minet" but I am back up to speed. The folks at the VNY FSDO are the best!

Kenny, the apprentice hase been doing well, I need to get him started on both some flying, as well as his FAA A&P writtens (the poor A&P needs to take three) We ahve our work cut out.

New hours, Wednesdays and Fridays I will be opening at 0930 rather than 0830. I will be focusing on the flying part mostly on Thursdays through Saurdays, dedicating Tuesdays & Wednesdays to shop work, Morning flights, and admin stuff.

Big day for the big guy!

On April 30th the big guy witht he big grin made his first SOLO flight! Despite the crazy winds and really unusual weather for this time of year he did good, logged three un assisted landings! Say "congratulations" to Don Colvin!

So now the world has a new pilot in it's midst. Next comes the fun of learning to add the words "Navigate" and "Communicate" to his skills.

Teaching and working with someone as enthusiastic as Don makes my job a real joy.