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Skydiving?
Why would anyone want to jump out of a perfectly good airplane? I used to say this as a pilot who wore a parachute on most every flight, but never knew the feeling of freefall. As time passed by, my curiosity got the best of me, and soon enough I found myself strapped to the chest of a tandem master, experiencing everything I had hoped it to be. Since then, I've received my USPA license and have been skydiving every chance I get. An addiction? Perhaps, but the love for this sport along with the comradery of peers makes for an exciting, yet familiar environment.>> more info
2007 Pennsylvania Aerobatic Championships
In spite of low morning clouds each day, a stiff wind on Saturday, and freshly sprayed Farmer's Miracle-Grow (Chicken Manure) scenting the air, 21 pilots in four categories competed in the 2007 Pennsylvania Aerobatic Championships. Many there felt it should have been called the Pennsylvania Aquatic Championships, but certainly not Jeff “Cubby “Petrocelli, competing in his first contest.>> more info
Ed's Aviation Aircraft Refinishing
For aviators, aircraft maintenance is one of the more important aspects in the spectrum of safe air operations. By, properly maintaining and meticulously protecting your aircraft from wear and corrosion you can expect a lifetime of safe flight operations.>> more info
Competition Aerobatics with Scott Gerber
The sport of competition aerobatics is known to very few people and often confused  with air show aerobatics. Competition aerobatics started in Europe not soon after the airplane had been invented. Pilots would meet at various competitions in an airshow type atmosphere and compete with the judging done by other pilots, local celebrities or sometimes by the applause of the crowd.>> more info
Saturday Barbeque at Pilot's Lounge
Everyone is invited to our barbecues held at the new pilots lounge. Burgers, hotdogs, soda and chips will be available. Join all your neighbors for a relaxed and fun get together. It is a great opportunity to meet some of our new neighbors in phase II. Selected Saturdays 1100 till 1400. Check the 2008 calendar for upcoming dates. >> more info