The Canadian Museum of Flight
Glidepath News
Issue 69
Hangar # 3-5333 216th Street Langley, B.C., V2Y 2N3
Phone (604) 532-0035
Fax: (604) 532-0056
Spring 2001
Email: museum@direct.ca
Senator Gerry St. Germain P.C., and Museum President Terry Wadhams cut the official ribbon to unveil the new displays making up the Aviation Heritage 2000 Project.
Aviation Heritage 2000 Project – From Dream to Reality
You will have noticed in the newsletters over the past year references being made to Millennium projects. We have now completed all but one project that has had an extension granted. The six phases of Aviation Heritage were;
- 1) Pave and landscape outdoor courtyard
- 2) Signage
- 3) Millennium Kids Room
- 4) Resurface the Hangar Floor
- 5) Display Upgrade
- 6) WACO Cabin to airworthy condition (project extended)
On Saturday March 31, 2001 the Museum Aviation Heritage 2000 Project was officially unveiled by a ribbon cutting ceremony. Honoured guests at the event included Senator Gerry St. Germain P.C., Langley-Abbotsford MP Randy White, Township Mayor Kurt Alberts, City Deputy Mayor Ted Schaffer, Airport Manager George Miller and several Councilors from the City and Township. There were also messages read from the Honourable Herb Gray, Deputy Prime Minister and by Langley MLA, Ms. Lynn Stephens.
About 150 invited guests and volunteers were in attendance and spirits were bright even though the weather was not. Fortunately there was a large tent on the apron outside the Museum for guests to stay dry and enjoy the refreshments served after the ceremonies.
The Government of Canada proudly supported the Aviation Heritage 2000 Project with a partial financial contribution of up to a maximum of $81,600 through the Canada Millennium Partnership Program. This program contributed up to one third of eligible project costs, while the private sector and other organizations provided the remaining funding. We were allowed under the program to put a dollar value on volunteer labour so we contributed one third to ourselves. Just a note about volunteer hours, did you know that over the past year, 47 volunteers have logged in over 16,400 hours of time, and we know that number is low because some people forget to record their hours.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Museum of Flight, a very special thank you to everyone who participated in making this dream a reality.
Written by: Dan Holliday
The CMF Newsletter is published quarterly by the Canadian Museum of Flight. Contributions in the form of articles, news items, letters and photos are welcome, as are comments and criticism. No payment can be made for any manuscripts that are submitted for publication in the CMF Newsletter. The Editor reserves the right to make changes in the manuscripts without altering the meaning. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact either Gogi or Sandy at the Museum by calling (604) 532-0035. Museum is open daily from 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.
CMF Board of Directors
- Terry Wadhams – President
- Werner Griesbeck – Vice President
- Mike Davenport – Treasurer
- Gil Fanslau
- Don Butterley
- Jane Robinson
- Doug Schwann
- Dan Holliday
- Bill Thompson
UPCOMING EVENTS
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Saturday, April 21st, 2001
Happy Hour: 6:00 pm Dinner: 7:00 pm Meeting/Elections 8:00 pm
$20.00 Per Person (GST Included)
PLEASE NOTE: 48 hour notice of cancellation required. With out this notice we are billed from the caterer and in turn will have to charge you, please help us by giving us a call at 532-0035 if you can not make it.
RSVP by April 18th, 2001
EASTER EGG HUNT
It’s getting to be that time again when the Easter Bunny will be coming to visit the Museum. The 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 14th. We will require many volunteers and so if you are available to help out for the day, please call Sandy at the Museum.
CUSTOM CAR SHOW – TRADEX
The Museum will have a display at the Custom Car Show at the Tradex in Abbotsford April 28/ 29th. We will be requiring volunteers for this event, if you like cars this one is for you!
SEMIAHMOO MALL
Full display – including selling Gift Shop items from June 4th – June 10th.
FLY MARKET
The 2nd Annual Father’s Day Fly Market and Pancake Breakfast will take place on Saturday June 16th. Book early to reserve your table (s) as some people have already reserved their space.
VOLUNTEER OF THE QUARTER
We are very pleased to introduce this editions Volunteer of the Quarter. Sandy Wells came to the Museum in the spring of 2000 after reading a newspaper article where it was mentioned we needed volunteers in the Gift Shop. Instantly she was a welcomed addition to the Museum with only one problem, we now had two “Sandy’s” in the Gift Shop. Over the course of the month we tried everything…..from Sandy to Sandra but it still was confusing to most, and so we came up with a solution, Sandy Tinsley would be Sandy-1 and Sandy Wells would be Sandy-2. Sandy-2 was invaluable in December and January during Sandy-1’s absence and kept the Gift Shop organized and running smoothly. A special thank you and congratulations to Sandy-2, the place just would not be the same with out you!
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Howard Abrams Langley, BC Dennis Lyall Burnaby, BC Carl Andrews Langley, BC Aaron Money Abbotsford, BC Stoney Creek, ON David Barkham Langley, BC Langley, BC Maureen Patz S.N.E. Beuachamp. Steve Rai West Vancouver, BC Richard Bolton Burnaby, BC Norm Shaw Aldergrove, BC Clark Crawford Milly Garson Hansville, WA Terry Smith Frances Steinfeld Langley, BC Aldergrove, BC David Hardy Mission, BC Jeff Stewart Surrey, BC Peter Henderson Vancouver, BC Jack Tomik Langley, BC Jack Howe Langley, BC Alan R Turner Langley, BC Darrell Hume Norman Knighton Langley, BC Jim Visser Ian R. Whiting Aldergrove, BC Coquitlam, BC Langley, BC Vancouver, BC William Lowther Janice Wilson.. Coquitlam, BC Langley, BC
2001 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
HELP US REACH THE TARGET
If every member brings in just one new member we will reach our target. From January 1st to September 31st, 2001 everyone who brings in a new member will have his/her name entered growth is up to you. To date 26 names are in the draw which into a draw for an hour long flight in a Museum aircraft of your choice (How about a WACO Cabin). The draw will be held at the October Dinner Meeting. This is YOUR Museum, and its means 26 new members…..keep it going!!
2001/2002 Election of Canadian Museum of Flight Board of Directors
As this copy of “Glidepath News” goes to print we are pleased to announce that all current directors have agreed to run again. However, as stated in our Constitution, nominations for Board of Directors may be taken up to and including the night of the Annual General Meeting being held on Saturday, April 21st, 2001.
If you would like to volunteer your services as a director, or nominate someone else, you may do so by advising Doug Moan, Nominating Committee Chairman or Gogi in Doug’s absence. In all cases before making a nomination, check that your nominee is willing to run for office and that he/she is a member in good standing.
- Don Butterley Incumbent
Don is a retired marine engineer and was an avid airplane model builder until he joined the Museum 5 years ago. He is now an active volunteer and has been a Director for the past 4 years. He has had the opportunity to work on many major projects such as the Link Trainer, painting the CF-104, CF-100 and S-55, restoring the Hampden, Tigermoth and WACO Cabin. If elected he will continue to strive and serve to make the Museum better. - Mike Davenport Incumbent
Mike is employed as Regional Manager – Western Canada for Kremlin Canada Inc. Mike has served as a Director for 2 years and currently holds the position of Treasurer. His association with aviation includes having been a director of the Abbotsford Air Show, several terms as Vice President and Treasurer of Chapter 85 – RAA, and is a member of both COPA and EAA. If re-elected as Director, he will continue to oversee the financial operations of the Museum and develop long-term plans for the growth and expansion of the facility. - Gil Fanslau Incumbent
Gil was employed at YVR as a firefighter and fire chief for 33 years. Now retired, he has been an active member of the Museum for the past 5 years and is serving his first term on the Board of Directors. Gil enjoys giving tours and helping where he can in restoration projects. Gil’s gardening skills keeps him busy with all the new landscaping around the Museum. If re-elected, he would assist where possible to make the Museum’s continued growth a success. - Werner Griesbeck Incumbent
Werner is a retired Air Traffic Controller and has been an active member for the past 14 years. He presently serves on the Board as Vice President and also sits on the Restoration and Flying Committee’s. Because of Werner’s vast knowledge, he has been instrumental in the restoration of our WACO Cabin, along with the other aircraft restoration projects. If elected as a Director he intends on helping make the Museum progress and advance. - Dan Holliday Incumbent
Dan is retired from Shell Canada and has been a member of the Museum for 14 years presently serving on the Board as Secretary and sits on the Restoration and Flying Committee’s. Dan is one of the Museum’s designated pilots but is actively involved in most areas of the Museum from restoration to tours. If elected for another term, he plans help the Museum grow and work to enlist new members. - Jane Robinson Incumbent
Jane is currently employed as Staff Supervisor at the Kwantlen College/University Library. A long time member and active volunteer, Jane has been instrumental in organizing and manning the Museum’s displays at special events. If re-elected to the Board, Jane will continue to help the Museum progress in the positive direction it has taken. - Doug Schwann Incumbent
Doug is presently employed with a National Securities firm as a financial advisor. Completing his second term on the Board, Doug assists in many areas, including strategic planning and resource development. His varied business background including a business degree makes Doug a valued member of the Board. If re-elected, Doug will continue to provide his expertise to ensure the Museum continues its growth. - Terry Wadhams Incumbent
Terry is retired from BC Tel Supply Headquarters, and serves on the Board as the President of the Museum of Flight. Along with the many duties involved in being President, Terry also volunteers in the Gift Shop and as a tour guide. If re-elected to the Board of Directors, Terry will continue to campaign for new members and funding to make the Museum financially secure.