February 2014 A few words from the editor 2014 Club Officers President Jack Walden 715 384-5658 waldenjack@msn.com Vice President Rod Seehafer 715- 252-9581 rodseehafer21@gmail.com Secretary Mark Kwarciany 370-4301 mkwarciany_1@charter.net Treasurer Sandy MacDonald 715 387-4712 psmacdonald@tznet.com Safety Officer Joe Mayer! 715 687-4147 josephwmayer@charter.net Newsletter editor Jack Walden! 715 384-5658 Visit The Club Web Site At: http//www.msaero.com Flying Hours Sat/Sun/Holidays Glow/Gas/Duct Fan 10AM until 6 PM Electric: 9AM until 6 PM Week Days All Types: 9AM ‘til Dusk Sound check all new planes: 92db at 25 feet (length of string on meter using muffler side) Just plane talk It looks like our outdoor flying is over for the year unless we have a couple more of those nice warm sunny days. We have had a wonderful Fall with opportunities to fly of which I hope you took advantage. One of the items on the agenda for Mondays meeting, is the possibility of taking our ladies out to dinner over the holidays. I remember the club doing this many years ago and I felt it was very nice because we got to meet other club members wives and they our wives. Where we go doesn’t have to be expensive or fancy but some place we all feel comfortable. Also we need a place that has an opening between now and January 10th. Well, talk about it with your wife before Monday so we see the interest in this activity. Make sure you make it to the meeting on Monday evening because we will be voting on the officers who will lead our club for the next year. If you don’t page 1 vote you can’t complain about anything the club does or doesn’t do. We want everyone to have a say and to offer their suggestions to make ours an outstanding club. Now that the snow is on it’s way and we are through mowing, I’d like to thank all those that mowed this past Summer. Especially Rod Seehafer, who kept the mower running with repairs and oil changes, and I believed he mowed multiple times. I know I didn’t mow either of my two times, but I believe Tony mowed once and Rod mowed my second scheduled time. Tony made our schedule for mowing and Joe Mayer was the “spotter” we called to see if we needed to mow the field. I wish to thank everyone with their co-operation in keeping the field in such good condition. Lastly, I’d like to thank everyone for allowing me to be the club president this last year. I had fun and hope I didn’t mess up too bad. Don’t forget the meeting on Monday, and be prepared to vote. Jack November, 2014 MID-STATE AEROGUIDANCE MEETING Agenda November 3rd 2014 Marshfield Public Library 6:30 PM A. Introduction of Visitors and New Members B. Approval of Minutes of previous Meeting C. Approval of financial records Old Business A. Any volunteers besides Sandy to help with Library program on November 16th. B. Additional nominations before we vote. New Business A. Election of new oﬃcers. B. Any interest in taking our wives or GF out for a Christmas dinner sometime durning the holidays? We haven’t done this for many years and the ladies might appreciate it for all the time we spend flying. If so, what might be your favorite place? C. Is the field, shed, mowers set for the winter? Is any help needed to accomplish this if more work is to be done? D. Boy scout program in Marathon CityNov 15th. Help needed? (Sandy) E. With the financial state Sandy just presented, is their any need to increase dues for 2015? F. Other business G. Meeting adjourned Just plane talk page 2 November, 2014 Indoor Field House Flying S Sandy MacDonald will try to arranged for the use of the Marshfield Senior High School Field House again, but he reminds us that any dates and times are tentative and that you should watch for e-mails from him for the most current information. A charge of $5.00 is made for each flyer to help cover the rental charge for the facility. Buddy boxes will be available as well as an experienced flyer on the other end of the buddy system for anyone needing help. Where would you rather be? Outside in the 15 degree weather or inside the Gymnasium at 72 degrees. Entrance is the set of doors at the southeast corner of the Senior High (facing the road). BUDDY BOXES WILL BE AVAILABLE. SPECTATORS WELCOME. Just plane talk page 3 November, 2014 Battery Questions and Answers Compliments of Batteries Unlimited o Middleton Wisconsin-- Web page http://www.batteriesamerica.com/newpage1.htm Q: I charge my battery all night, and now it has hardly any running time. What is happening? A: A number of things could be causing this problem. Either the battery is wearing out, or the charging circuit is faulty, or the charger itself is faulty, or the battery is faulty. Or it is a combination of any of the above factors. Q: How should Ni-Cd and Ni-MH rechargeable batteries be stored when not in use? A: It depends on the usage. IF the battery in question is a rechargeable flashlight or other emergency-type battery product, it is a good idea to have it on "trickle charge" at all times; this enables the battery to be KEPT at full charge, and makes it useable WHENEVER you need it. IF the battery in question is not for emergency/immediate use, it should be stored UNCHARGED in a cool dry place. It will lose its charge after about 2 months, and it will have to be fully recharged when you bring it back out of storage. Q:What is the difference between Nickel-Cadmium and Nickel Metal Hydride? A: Nickel Cadmium rechargeable packs/cells have been on the consumer market since the mid-70s. They typically offer standard running times (known as "Capacity") for portable electronic devices such as Camcorders, Cellular Phones, Walkie-Talkies, Laptop Computers, etc. Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable packs/cells represent a newer chemistry, and have been on the consumer market since the early 90s. They provide longer running time without increasing physical size. Also, they contain no materials classified as "heavy metals", such as Cadmium Q: What is Lithium Ion? A: Lithium Ion is the catchphrase representing a new, lightweight rechargeable battery. . Lithium Ion batteries typically offer even greater capacity (operating time) than Nickel Metal Hydride batteries of similar size or mass. It is important to note that Lithium Ion battery cells are usually not compatible with Ni-Cd or Ni-MH cells. Whereas a Ni-Cd or NiMH cell is 1.2 volts nominal (Alkaline cells are listed as 1.5v nominal), a Lithium Ion battery cell is 3.6v nominal. A Lithium Ion AA-size cell CANNOT be used in place of an Alkaline, Ni-Cd, or Ni-MH cell. Furthermore, the discharging and re-charging characteristics of Lithium Ion products are VERY DIFFERENT from anything else. Lithium Ion battery products should ONLY be recharged with approved, dedicated Lithium Ion chargers. Q: What is Lithium Polymer? A: Lithium Polymer is a new rechargeable battery product. It is very lightweight, while possessing high capacity. A Lithium Polymer cell is nominally rated at 3.7 volts, and the measured capacity varies with the physical size of the cell. The actual battery is a vacuum-sealed mylar-type exterior material, with thin synthetic & metallic sheets inside. There are usually 2 tabs extending out of the battery, one (+) and one (-). These cells are now being used in Cellphone battery packs, Palmtops, PDAs, and are also used in R/C hobby applications (such as receiver packs and slow-flight electric motor packs) Just plane talk page 4 November, 2014 (Thanksgiving Day) Over the river and through the wood To Grandmother's house we go. The horse knows the way To carry the sleigh Through white and drifted snow. Over the river and through the wood Oh, how the wind does blow! It stings the toes And bites the nose, As over the ground we go. Over the river and through the wood To have a first-rate play. Hear the bells ring, Ting-a-ling-ling! Hurrah forThanksgiving Day! Over the river and through the wood, Trot fast, my dapple gray! Spring over the ground Like a hunting hound, For this is Thanksgiving Day. Over the river and through the wood, And straight through the barnyard gate. We seem to go Extremely slow~ It is so hard to wait! Over the river and through the wood~ Now Grandmother's cap I spy! Hurrah for fun! Is the pudding done? Hurrah for the pumpkin pie! By Linda Maria Child Just plane talk page 5 November, 2014 ! CLUB MEETING: Monday, November 3, 2014 at 6:30 PM AT THE Marshfield Public Library MARCH 9, 2009 Address correction requested