May182020 by Rockwell SchrockNo Comments
Celebrating 99 years of Brainard Field

Celebrating 99 years of Brainard Field

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Hartford Jet Center celebrates Hartford-Brainard's 99th anniversary from May 21 to June 21 with $0.99 off per gallon for 15 gallons or a top-off. They'll also have hot dogs & hamburgers on the weekends from 11am-3pm. All pilots and flying enthusiasts are welcome! All donations will be donated to first responders and their families. The event will adhere to all CDC guidelines and social distancing rules. Learn more about the history of Brainard Field from the Connecticut Historical Society.
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Feb12020 by Rockwell SchrockNo Comments
Big turnout for club’s first Sunday School

Big turnout for club’s first Sunday School

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Club members got together on the morning of January 26 for a free ground school session from club CFIs Matthew Macaluso and Dave Chapdelaine. Matthew started off by discussing requirements for entering all the various airspaces, with a focus on the FAA'S ADS-B mandate that took effect in 2020. Then, armed with simulated Garmin GNX 375's on their iPads, Dave walked the students through all the various menus, features, and settings of the brand new GPS avionics that will be shortly available in two club aircraft – N5126V and N7091G.
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Jan292020 by Rockwell SchrockNo Comments
Annual awards banquet – success!

Annual awards banquet – success!

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[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="27" gal_title="2019 Awards Banquet"] On Sunday, January 19, 2020 the Connecticut Flight Club held its annual awards banquet to recognize the achievements of its members in 2019. The banquet was held at the USS Chowder Pot IV in Hartford, Connecticut. Recognition awards went to the following members:  Tyler Carson - Private Pilot ratingJames Giorgio - Private Pilot ratingFredd Baber - Instrument ratingDavid Chapdelaine - CFI ratingMatthew Macaluso - CFI rating And the Top Gun Award for highest number of hours flown went to John Klimas who flew a total of 35.2 hours in 2019! Many thanks to departing Treasurer Bob Scaglia for his hard work in organizing the banquet and ensuring a good time was had by all. Additional thanks to the USS Chowder Pot IV for providing a…
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Dec172019 by Rockwell SchrockNo Comments
Membership Drive – Discounts for New Members!

Membership Drive – Discounts for New Members!

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A major goal of our flight club has always been to promote affordable flying. If you've been on the fence about joining because of the cost, we are offering a fantastic deal for brand new CFC members. Join before March 31, 2020 and you'll get the following deals as part of your membership: The first year of membership is only $600 – a savings of $200!The monthly minimum flight time ($60) is waived – if you don't fly, you don't pay! Winter weather in the northeast can be unpredictable, and some months you just find yourself too busy to even take a few laps in the pattern. If you don't fly in a particular month, then the regular $60 fee will be waived. Plus, let's not forget the other benefits…
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Dec52019 by Rockwell SchrockNo Comments
Upcoming events in early 2020

Upcoming events in early 2020

Events
The club will kick off the new decade with a number of exciting events and programs. February Fly-Out: Alton Bay (B18) Ice Runway Learn how to fly in formation with your fellow club members and explore the unique seaplane-base-turned-ice-runway on Lake Winnipesaukee. More details will be provided as the event nears. Sunday School: Earn WINGS credit! No need to put on your Sunday Best. Join Matt Macaluso and Dave Chapdelaine for classroom discussions on varied safety and planning topics. You will earn WINGS credits, plus a monthly rental credit on your Flight Circle account! More details to follow.
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