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Latest NewsRed Arrows Click on the image to go to the Red Arrows Website On June 25, the Royal Air Force premier Aerobatic team the Red Arrows will be performing a special show over South Beach, Staten Island, from 1830 to 1855. At 1858, they will be flying past Lady Liberty in New York Harbor. Some members are travelling to see the show on an Auxiliary surface facility (that's a boat to you aviators). The weather looks good, and we're hoping for a great time. Bugle Presentation
In memory of our departed shipmate Vince Iannuzzelli, and in sincere appreciation for their service in a time of need, Flotilla 10-20 presented a bugle to the Division 2 Honor Guard. Click on the image to see the whole photo, and the caption. Spreading the Word
Flotilla Commander Ken Hoeg continues a tradition he started, meeting with the Aviation Explorers. Click on the thumbnail above for the full photo and more information. More AUXINFO Links for MembersPlease go to the FSO-IS page for more links into AUXINFO so you can track your Auxiliary hours. Crossing the Bar: Bob Jenny 1932 - 2008 Click on the image for the full size picture It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Bob Jenny. He died this morning (Saturday, 23 February). Bob was a member of Flotilla 10-20 since May of 2001, and served as our Flotilla Commander in 2004. Bob owned his own engineering firm, specializing in tunnel construction and maintenance projects, including tunnels in New York City, the metropolitan area, and around the world. Bob served in the US Army during the Korean War. Bob took up flying in recent years, and recently became an AuxAir First Pilot. For more information, please visit our Memorial Page. CGAS Atlantic City TourOn Janaury 17, 2008, several members of AuxAir from around the district flew in to Atlantic City and were given a tour of the Air Station facilities, and their MH-65 helicopters. Also, there was a tour of the Air National Guard facility and their F-16s.  Why are these guys smiling? To find out, click on the picture. February Meeting Rescheduled!Due to a conflict with a very important domestic holiday, the February meeting has been changed to Thursday February 21, 2008. Please make a note of it. Crossing the BarMembers and visitors, 2008 Change of Watch announced!The 2008 Change of Watch will take place Saturday, 2 February, 2008 at Fort Hamilton, in Brooklyn New York at 1900 hours. The cost per person is $45.00, payble to USCG Aux Flotilla 10-20, and sent to our new Flotilla Commander, Ken Hoeg. Please check your e-mail for the details. You can view a flyer about the event H-E-R-E. District 1 Weekend DrillOver the August 24-26 weekend, D1SR conducted a drill to test the emergency planning cpabilities of all units. AuxAir responded well, and many members flew patrols. The emphasis was on Maritime Domain Awareness and America's Waterway Watch. In case you thought that 10-20 members only fly for the Auxiliary, here is a photo of VFC Judi DiMaio conducting a Vessel Safety Check at the Edison public boat ramp.  Click on the picture to open a larger image in a new window Otis AirshowConicidentally with the D1SR drill, Air Station Cape Cod's home base of Otis ANGB was host to an air show the same weekend. Several AuxAir members attended, and some AuxAir facilities were on display. A full report will be coming soon!  Click on the picture to open a larger image in a new window Spring Fly-InOn June second and third, "our" Air Station, CG Air Station Cape Cod hosted all District 1 Auxiliarists for a fly-in and workshop and fellowship meeting. We also bid a fond farewell to Commander Tom Maine, and Lieutenant Dave Aldous as they are on their way very soon to new assignments. We also met our new Auxiliary Liaison, Lieutenant Phil Thisse. As a way of saying thanks to the AuxAir members, LT. Aldous conducted a raffle for a plane wash, the washing to be done by LTs Aldous and Thisse. The winner was 10-20's own Bob Ewing, and N876EE! Here is a photo of our Aux LIaisons hard at work on Bob's plane.  Swim Tests PostedThe 2007 schedule of Aviation swim tests has been publshed. The next swim will be at the USCG Academy on Friday March 16th. See our Calendar Page or NETSKEDS for the whole schedule. Spring Fly-In setAir Station Cape Cod's Auxiliary Liaison, Lietenant Dave Aldous has announced the 2007 spring fly-in to AIRSTA Cape Cod. The date is May 12th and 13th. Fly (or drive) on up to Cape Cod for workshops, and to meet the officers and crew, and stay for an evening of fellowhship with Dave Aldous and Commander Tom Maine, both of whom will be departing Cape Cod later this year. Log on to NETSKEDS for all the details. Flotilla Training Schedule PublishedFlotilla 10-20's member training schdule is now published. You can access the schedule at our calendar page, as well as review the copy you received in e-mail, and will receive through the mail. This is an aggressive program, designed to meet one of our goals of clearing out the "Trainnee" board in NETSKEDS, and getting our members qualified. Please note that this schedule does not preclude additional training at Flotilla meetings or as needed. January Meeting brings recognition, AwardsThe January Flotilla meeting's focus was on recognizing many 10-20 members for their work during 2006. First, we issued the Officer's pledge to the new 2007 Officers. Next, we recognized all 2006 Officers for their service. Then, the "Aux. Air Station Caldwell Awards Program" was inaugurated by presenting the first 10 members of the "One Hundred Hour Club". Three members recieved their wings this night as well. The 10-20 New Auxiliarist of the Year was awarded to Ken Petretti, and finally, the Flotilla Commander's Cup was presented to Fred Simmons for all his hard work for 10-20. Please see the Awards page for more.  The Inaugural members of the One Hundred Hour Club pose for the camera. From left: Flotilla Commander Larry West, Director of Auxiliary CDR Elizabeth Young, USCG, Leo Ward, Frank Tangel, Peter W. Hecht, Darryl Laxson, Henry Uiga, Drew Cavosi, Bob Jenny and Fred Simmons. (Not pictured, Don Arseneau, David Davis) VFR Chart Seminar SetFSO-PS Fred Simmons has arranged for the VFR Chart (Sectionals to you and me) seminar to take place at the Red Cross building on Tuesday, January 30, 2007. This promises to be an informative event. Please contact Fred Simmons to sign up. Seating is very limited. Member Page SplitIt's that time of the year. The Member page has been split to allow for faster downloads once again. Scroll down the page for links to previous Member's pages. 
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