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2010 cog fly-in location
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JBunn
New member
Hidden Lake, New Port Richey, FL
- Aircraft Year
- 1973
- Aircraft Type
- 112 Hot Shot
- Reg Number
- N112DG
- Serial Number
- 105
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
As Frank stated the Fly-in is scheduled to be held during Hurricane season. We may want to consider somewhere a little more inland not only due to the season but make the flight easier on those not on the east coast. Pinehurst, NC would be my recommendation. Asheville, although a little more expensive, is a nice place and should be considered as well.
As Frank stated the Fly-in is scheduled to be held during Hurricane season. We may want to consider somewhere a little more inland not only due to the season but make the flight easier on those not on the east coast. Pinehurst, NC would be my recommendation. Asheville, although a little more expensive, is a nice place and should be considered as well.
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Georgetown, DE
- Aircraft Year
- 1975
- Aircraft Type
- 112-390
- Reg Number
- N1410J
- Serial Number
- 410
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
I spoke with people in St. Augustine yesterday and he said they hadn't had a hurricane actually hit them since '97. Something about a jetstream from Cape Canaveral that pushes the storms out to sea south of them. Of course they get the rains though. Thought that was interesting.
I spoke with people in St. Augustine yesterday and he said they hadn't had a hurricane actually hit them since '97. Something about a jetstream from Cape Canaveral that pushes the storms out to sea south of them. Of course they get the rains though. Thought that was interesting.
Dave
New member
Reading, PA
- Aircraft Year
- 1975
- Aircraft Type
- 112/A
- Reg Number
- N1247J
- Serial Number
- 247
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Good point Jim.
Not that it matters that much once you have flown so far. But I agree.
Good point Jim.
Not that it matters that much once you have flown so far. But I agree.
rotarur
COG Webmaster
Boston, MA
- Aircraft Year
- 1975
- Aircraft Type
- 112/A
- Reg Number
- N1239J
- Serial Number
- 239
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Chances to get hit by a hurricane at the end of the season on a 3-7 days window are equal to the chances to win the lottery, almost null. Not that I care too much, whatever the place and the weather, getting the opportunity to meeting with good friends is the most important thing.
Chances to get hit by a hurricane at the end of the season on a 3-7 days window are equal to the chances to win the lottery, almost null. Not that I care too much, whatever the place and the weather, getting the opportunity to meeting with good friends is the most important thing.
Prentiss, MS
- Aircraft Year
- 1977
- Aircraft Type
- Super Commander
- Reg Number
- N4959W
- Serial Number
- 14279
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
cross wind hurrican landings are cool.
cross wind hurrican landings are cool.
Jeffrey Boccaccio
New member
Flager County
- Aircraft Year
- 1975
- Aircraft Type
- 112/A
- Reg Number
- N1408J
- Serial Number
- 408
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Tom:
Did River Ranch have Hotels that day? I don't seem to remember that.
But you are right, it was nice, not sure if it can hold that many planes.
Good reason to go back huh????
Jeff
Tom:
Did River Ranch have Hotels that day? I don't seem to remember that.
But you are right, it was nice, not sure if it can hold that many planes.
Good reason to go back huh????
Jeff
jonguy
New member
Newtown, PA
- Aircraft Year
- 1993
- Aircraft Type
- 114B/115
- Reg Number
- N585CA
- Serial Number
- 14586
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Thank heavens we're staying south this time -- it's a shame, but Boyne was just too wet and cold! Maybe we should try to limit ourselves to airports with fuel and instrument approaches, just to keep everyone safe.
I agree Jekyll Island is nice and very reasonable, but there's no fuel available. Perhaps we could get someone to drive a fuel bowser over from Brunswick? (If you like that area, St Simons Island (KSSI) is very nice and has lots of space. Could be a winner if there's a hotel close enough for walkers.)
Diamondhead sounds great until you notice that there's very little room for aircraft parking and no instrument procedure. Moore County and most of the other suggested airports don't have any accommodation on the field, which means we're all renting cars.
This is harder than I thought...
Thank heavens we're staying south this time -- it's a shame, but Boyne was just too wet and cold! Maybe we should try to limit ourselves to airports with fuel and instrument approaches, just to keep everyone safe.
I agree Jekyll Island is nice and very reasonable, but there's no fuel available. Perhaps we could get someone to drive a fuel bowser over from Brunswick? (If you like that area, St Simons Island (KSSI) is very nice and has lots of space. Could be a winner if there's a hotel close enough for walkers.)
Diamondhead sounds great until you notice that there's very little room for aircraft parking and no instrument procedure. Moore County and most of the other suggested airports don't have any accommodation on the field, which means we're all renting cars.
This is harder than I thought...
N4843W
New member
SE MI
- Aircraft Year
- 1977
- Aircraft Type
- 114
- Reg Number
- N4843W
- Serial Number
- 14173
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
We go into it every year just accepting the fact that some will not like the choice. Doesn't mean we don't try ... but it's part of the territory.
Those suggesting locations ... keep it up ... please don't simply say, "Newark would be great!" but get on AirNav and check hotels listed and distance or grab the FBO office and google search it then search hotels, look at the Satelite view for ramp space or grass that works, etc. etc. many hands makes light work and all that. Just throwing out a name doesn't help us a lot.
We go into it every year just accepting the fact that some will not like the choice. Doesn't mean we don't try ... but it's part of the territory.
Those suggesting locations ... keep it up ... please don't simply say, "Newark would be great!" but get on AirNav and check hotels listed and distance or grab the FBO office and google search it then search hotels, look at the Satelite view for ramp space or grass that works, etc. etc. many hands makes light work and all that. Just throwing out a name doesn't help us a lot.
D
DavidMillett
Guest
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Does the meeting have to be in the southeast?
Why not the southwest?
Does the meeting have to be in the southeast?
Why not the southwest?
JayB
Cajun Koonass
Diamondhead, MS
- Aircraft Type
- 114B/115
- Reg Number
- N6029B
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Diamondhead has HSA Stennis 3miles west with approches. We had 26 airplanes here last Saturday. We can park at least 45 without any trouble around the circle. If we need more we can park along the 3 taxiways.
We have plenty parking. If weather turns bad fly the ILS to HSA, then request a contact approch to 66y there is nothing over 175 ft high between the two airports. you come in over water on 36. If this helps. If you need more info call me.
One of the casinos has expressed interest in helping sponser the event.
Diamondhead has HSA Stennis 3miles west with approches. We had 26 airplanes here last Saturday. We can park at least 45 without any trouble around the circle. If we need more we can park along the 3 taxiways.
We have plenty parking. If weather turns bad fly the ILS to HSA, then request a contact approch to 66y there is nothing over 175 ft high between the two airports. you come in over water on 36. If this helps. If you need more info call me.
One of the casinos has expressed interest in helping sponser the event.
Prentiss, MS
- Aircraft Year
- 1977
- Aircraft Type
- Super Commander
- Reg Number
- N4959W
- Serial Number
- 14279
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Sounds pretty good Jay kinda far for me to fly though? Could i get a loan for fuel if we have it there? LOL
Sounds pretty good Jay kinda far for me to fly though? Could i get a loan for fuel if we have it there? LOL
N4843W
New member
SE MI
- Aircraft Year
- 1977
- Aircraft Type
- 114
- Reg Number
- N4843W
- Serial Number
- 14173
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
WHY SE and not SW? We already covered that. It's their turn. Since were in Gatlinburg -- sort-of SE -- we were at both Sedona and Texas. I THINK this is the last 7 ... someone correct any errors.
2003 - OK City
2004 - Gatlilnburg
2005 - Sedona
2006 - Cape Girardeau
2007 - Cape Girardeau
2008 - Texas (Hangar Hotel)
2009 - Boyne Mtn MI
If its held at a Casino Place it becomes completely unappealing to me personally, but we can't decide on one person's feelings unless others feel the same. Just a personal thing. I have to go to Vegas 5-7 times a year for the past 20+ years and I just despise the Casino environment. (And no, not because I have lost. 100 nights at least in Vegas Casinos and I have never sat at a table or dropped a nickel in a slot. No appeal to me. Flying around Ice and Thunderstorms and being in the housing industry has way overfilled my risk quotient!) But hell, I could stay at another hotel. There are plenty. But I would rather camp in the grass by the runway than have to shuttle in rental cars.
WHY SE and not SW? We already covered that. It's their turn. Since were in Gatlinburg -- sort-of SE -- we were at both Sedona and Texas. I THINK this is the last 7 ... someone correct any errors.
2003 - OK City
2004 - Gatlilnburg
2005 - Sedona
2006 - Cape Girardeau
2007 - Cape Girardeau
2008 - Texas (Hangar Hotel)
2009 - Boyne Mtn MI
If its held at a Casino Place it becomes completely unappealing to me personally, but we can't decide on one person's feelings unless others feel the same. Just a personal thing. I have to go to Vegas 5-7 times a year for the past 20+ years and I just despise the Casino environment. (And no, not because I have lost. 100 nights at least in Vegas Casinos and I have never sat at a table or dropped a nickel in a slot. No appeal to me. Flying around Ice and Thunderstorms and being in the housing industry has way overfilled my risk quotient!) But hell, I could stay at another hotel. There are plenty. But I would rather camp in the grass by the runway than have to shuttle in rental cars.
Chelsea, MI
- Aircraft Year
- 1995
- Aircraft Type
- Super Commander
- Reg Number
- N114KJ
- Serial Number
- 14630
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
OK more specific. Asheville, NC. Here:
http://www.bohemianhotelasheville.com/
I've never been to Asheville, but I hear it's well worth going too. It certainly makes the grade for the non-pilot guests.
OK more specific. Asheville, NC. Here:
http://www.bohemianhotelasheville.com/
I've never been to Asheville, but I hear it's well worth going too. It certainly makes the grade for the non-pilot guests.
Cincinnati, OH
- Aircraft Year
- 1998
- Aircraft Type
- 114TC/115TC
- Reg Number
- N114AD
- Serial Number
- 20020
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
We were in Sedona, AZ and Fredericksburg, TX in the past few years. Will be out west again. Try to alternate regional locations.
We were in Sedona, AZ and Fredericksburg, TX in the past few years. Will be out west again. Try to alternate regional locations.
Cincinnati, OH
- Aircraft Year
- 1998
- Aircraft Type
- 114TC/115TC
- Reg Number
- N114AD
- Serial Number
- 20020
Re: 2010 cog fly-in location
Asheville is a great place. I'm in and out of there on a regular basis due to relatives in the area. The folks @ Odyssey (current incarnation of the primary FBO) are exceptionally nice but fuel is pricey. Probably need to do some negotiating on deals. Odyssey corp HQ is in TX I believe. Pretty good ramp space but can get busy. Maint on field for any in need. Fog is a regular visitor to the field in the mornings. Holiday Inn isn't walking distance but less than 5 min drive. Several entry level hotels nearby (Days Inn, Comfort Inn, etc.) Couple of very "splashy" hostelries in the AVL area for those inclined. Plenty of rental cars available. Good ILS's available in both directions. Commercial ops for those unable to fly their own into field. Most importantly for Scott,... mostly friendly controllers. Couple of newbies that are still learning to maximize flow and that FLIB's don't routinely descend @ 2,000 FPM.
(I'm going to regret this... if we end up there, we can get some groups together for a 30 min flyout over to our place on Lake Keowee and we'll do some boating.)
Asheville is a great place. I'm in and out of there on a regular basis due to relatives in the area. The folks @ Odyssey (current incarnation of the primary FBO) are exceptionally nice but fuel is pricey. Probably need to do some negotiating on deals. Odyssey corp HQ is in TX I believe. Pretty good ramp space but can get busy. Maint on field for any in need. Fog is a regular visitor to the field in the mornings. Holiday Inn isn't walking distance but less than 5 min drive. Several entry level hotels nearby (Days Inn, Comfort Inn, etc.) Couple of very "splashy" hostelries in the AVL area for those inclined. Plenty of rental cars available. Good ILS's available in both directions. Commercial ops for those unable to fly their own into field. Most importantly for Scott,... mostly friendly controllers. Couple of newbies that are still learning to maximize flow and that FLIB's don't routinely descend @ 2,000 FPM.
(I'm going to regret this... if we end up there, we can get some groups together for a 30 min flyout over to our place on Lake Keowee and we'll do some boating.)
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Georgetown, DE
- Aircraft Year
- 1975
- Aircraft Type
- 112-390
- Reg Number
- N1410J
- Serial Number
- 410
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Rick Langel
New member
Yankton SD
- Aircraft Year
- 1977
- Aircraft Type
- 114
- Reg Number
- N4931W
- Serial Number
- 14254