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SPRING 2017 NOTAM
‘SPRING’ 2017 NOTAM
YOU ARE INVITED
TO OUR ANNUAL ‘Take Off Party’!
MONDAY MARCH 27th, 2017 at 7 pm
APTIS AVIATION CLASSROOM
NORTH HANGAR
Hosted by:
EAA Chapter 196, APTIS AVIATION
and
Nancy’s at the Air Field
Special guest speakers will included:
State Representative Kate Hogan and
MDOT-Aeronautics Division’s Executive Director Jeff DeCarlo
making a special presentation of a paving repair grant to the airport!
Airport owner Don McPherson will bring all up to date on the many good things happening at the airport.
Other invited guests include:
State Senator Jamie Eldridge,
State Representative Jenn Benson,
Stow & Boxborough Selectmen
and our many airport tenants, users and friends.
Yummy Refreshments will be served by Nancy’s – Cash Bar
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
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Boosting the ECONOMY
Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
“NEW YEAR” NOTAM
‘New Year’ NOTAM
“Best” 100LL Price – $3.79!!!
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AVGAS prices have broken the four dollar barrier and not been this low in recent memory! Fly somewhere today. You’ve earned it.
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Our newly paved Runway continues to please Pilot’s! Have you checked it out yet?
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Join the ‘Hangar Talk’ conversation on the first Saturday at 8:30 am at Nancy’s Cafe.
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‘Meet the Manager’ has moved to 10 am on the first Saturday in the Café, right after ‘Hangar Talk’. Get the latest airport news – Come with questions – Leave with answers.
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EAA Chapter 196 meets on the last Monday at 7pm.
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T-Hangar update: Our planned 9-Unit project is sold out! Construction is expected to begin as soon as weather permits in the spring. We are now taking reservations for an additional 9-Unit building. [email protected] for an information/reservation flyer NOW!!!
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Stay tuned for announcement of our annual ‘Kick-Off” party, usually held on the third Thursday in January…
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
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Boosting the ECONOMY – Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
Fall NOTAM
“Best” Fuel Price – $4.09!!!
You’ll LOVE landing on ‘3/21’ now!!!
It’s newly paved and guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
Fly in soon and meet our new ‘aviation savvy’, service oriented folks in OPS
who are continuing our famous ‘welcoming ways’.
Nancy’s at the Air Field will:
Yummy and relaxing – drop in for a while – stay as long as you like…
Join us for ‘Hangar Talk’ – Sat. 10/3 at 8:30 am in Nancy’s
‘Meet with the MANAGER’
on the 1ST AND 3RD Mondays at 10 am in the café.
Get the latest airport news – bring your questions – leave with answers.
OPERATION OFFICE
In addition to our always low fuel prices,
we offer 24 hour access to our fueling system.
For details and to sign up call OPS at 978-897-3933.
T-Hangar Update
Our next (third one) 10-unit T-Hangar now has six firm reservations.We have begun with site survey, are completing engineering and expect to file applications soon.
We anticipate beginning construction this winter.
We anticipate occupancy April/May time frame.
[email protected] for an information/reservation flyer NOW!!!
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
Boosting the ECONOMY
Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
August 2015 “NOTAM’
August 2015 “Best” Fuel Price – $4.69!!!
You’ll LOVE landing on ‘3/21’ now!!!
It’s newly paved and guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
Fly in soon.
Stow Aviation Services is now hiring OPS Office staff
Nancy’s at the Air Field
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Nancy’s is now serving ‘pizza on the terrace’ Friday and Saturday afternoons.
Yummy and relaxing – drop in for a while – stay as long as you like…
OPERATIONS OFFICE
In addition to our always low fuel prices,
we offer 24 hour access to our fueling system.
For details and to sign up, E-Mail or call OPS at 978-897-3933.
T-Hangar Update
Our next (third one) 10-unit T-Hangar now has six firm reservations.
We have begun the design phase (August).
We anticipate beginning construction this fall.
We anticipate occupancy before year-end.
[email protected]
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
Boosting the ECONOMY
Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
July 2015 ‘NOTAM’
“Best” Fuel Price – $4.69!!!
‘3/21’ Repaving Project COMPLETE!!!
The hill is gone, the ‘3’ Runway Safety Area (RSA) is FAA compliant, the runway is newly paved end-to-end and the southern 1/3 of the taxiway is newly paved to FAA standards. Fly in soon – it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
Ribbon Cutting & 46TH Birthday Celebration
Please join us, help cut the ribbon dedicating our newly paved runway and enjoy some cake and ice cream at 4 pm Thursday, July 9th at Nancy’s. You’ll have a chance to say “Thank you” personally to the folks at MASSDOT, our legislators and town officials who made this project possible. We hope to see you then!!!
Nancy’s at the Air Field
Closed for summer break from Monday, June 29th – Tuesday, July 7th.
Join ‘Nancy’s Gang’ on the terrace August 7th for a ‘Taste of Gin’ event!
Operation Office
Closed Saturday & Sunday, July 4th & 5th.
This is a good time to sign up for 24 hour access to our fueling system.
E-Mail or call OPS for details.
T-Hangar Update
Our next (third) 10-unit T-Hangar now has five firm reservations.
We have begun the design/permitting phase (May – August).
We anticipate beginning construction in September.
We anticipate occupancy before cold weather sets in.
[email protected] for an information/reservation flyer NOW!!!
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
Boosting the ECONOMY
Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
Mid May ‘NOTAM’ – UPDATED
UPDATE! AIRPORT CLOSURE SCHEDULE
The airport will be closed to fixed wing aircraft during the final phase of the runway repaving project.
We will operate with a displaced threshold through Sunday, May 31st.
We will be closed to fixed wing aircraft beginning Monday, June 1st.
“Best” Fuel Price – $4.29!!!
Runway ‘3/21’ Phase II Repaving Project is well underway!!!
- The first phase (earth work) is expected to be completed by Saturday, May 23rd. We will continue operating with a displaced threshold through Memorial Day.
- During the Second (last) phase (fine grading, paving and marking) we will be closed to fixed wing aircraft. This phase is now expected to begin Tuesday, May 26th and last for two weeks.
- We anticipate reopening Saturday, June 6th.
- Watch ‘NOTAMS’ for any changes in this schedule.
Nancy’s at the Air Field will be OPEN MEMORIAL DAY.
T-Hangar Update
- Our next (third one) 10-unit T-Hangar now has five firm reservations.
- We have begun the design/permitting phase (May – August).
- We anticipate beginning construction in September.
- We anticipate occupancy before cold weather sets in.
- If you are considering the pleasures of your own T-Hangar unit, email [email protected]
com for an information/reservation flyer NOW!!!
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
March 2015 NOTAM
MARCH 2015 “SNOWTAM”
March’s “Best” Fuel Price – $3.79!!!
Owner/Manager Don McPherson’s annual Birthday Bonfire Bash Sunday 3/1 at 4pm. Don provides a fire, a long stick & a small cake (he’s Scottish after all). Guests bring their own meat, rolls, beverage and jovial spirit (musical instruments encouraged). All are welcome. RSVP so Don knows how many ‘sticks’ to provide. No gifts please (unless you insist on bringing a single malt!).
Minute Man sponsors Aero Club of New England’s 2015 Crash Course Monday,March 2. This popular safety event will feature AOPA’s Senior Safety Advisor, Bruce Landsberg on the subject of ‘Loss of Control’. It will be held at the Doubletree Hotel – Bedford Glen, 44 Middlesex Turnpike – Free Admission, No Reservations needed, Cash Bar, Door Prizes and Raffle. Attendance will qualify you for FAA WINGS credit.
Permitting concludes for Runway ‘3/21’ Phase II Repaving Project. Our public hearings for an Erosion Control Special Permit and an Order of Conditions have been closed. We expect to be fully permitted by mid-March and under construction when the soils to dry out! Stay tuned to ‘NOTAMS’.
‘IMC CLUB’ meets in the Magenta/Aptis classroom on the
third Tuesday of the month (3/17) at 7pm.
TINKER, TAYLOR, BUILDER, PILOT meets in Nancy’s on the third Saturday (3/21) at 11am for lunch, socializing and learning. If you’re a builder or a tinkerer or just want to know how to change your own oil, stop by. Scott Gordon is installing a 2-axis autopilot in his RV-7. Visit him in the South Hangar East after lunch and help ‘supervise’ his work J.
‘Airport Update’ for the Stow and Boxborough Selectmen on 3/23 & 3/24 Our Airport Commissioners will present their annual report, which features our repaving project and the just released statewide airport economic impact study by MDOT- Aeronautics Division.
EAA Chapter 196 meets at Nancy’s on the last Monday of the month (3/30) at 7pm. This month’s program: “The Battle of Britain Experience” given by Graeme Smith. All are welcome.
Nancy’s at the Air Field is offering special IRISH MENUS AND BEVERAGES on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 13, 14 & 15.
Come celebrate Saint Patrick’s holiday with Nancy and her great staff!
We have “The Fastest Snow Plow in the Northeast!” Next time you visit, also notice how WIDE we plow the runway and taxiways. Our ‘long winged’ visitors need not worry here. Feel free to call Don’s mobile number (978-621-5122) for up-to-the-minute field conditions.
A word about FUEL PRICES: The above price is the lowest in recent memory. You will get this low price through March. Now all we need is good WX so we can all take advantage of it! Sun ‘N’ Fun is on my planning horizon after I find which snow pile my plane is under! What are you planning?
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
Boosting the ECONOMY – Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
February 2015 “SNOWTAM”
February’s “Best” Fuel Price – $3.79!!!
Our annual ‘Kick Off Party’ was a roaring success with nearly 100 folks enjoying our warm hangar, yummy food and captivating speakers. Please see Nurturing GA published by AOPA for the whole scoop. Thanks again to all who attended – participated and especially Friends of Minute Man Air Field and Nancy’s at the Airfield for hosting!
Permitting continues for Runway ‘3/21’ – Repaving Project – Phase II – Our public hearings will be held as follows: Erosion Control – Planning Board at 7:30pm on Wednesday, February 11th; Order of Conditions – Cons Com at 8:45pm on Tuesday, February 17th. These hearings will be held in the Stow Town Building, 380 Great Road, Stow. Come early to get a front row seat. Your participation can help us move this public process over the goal line. You do not have to be a Stow resident to attend and be heard.
The ‘IMC CLUB’ MEETING will be held in the Magenta Flight Training classroom on Tuesday, 2/17 at 7pm. Their meetings help develop flight safety / proficiency with ‘Scenario Based Learning’. All pilots are welcome!
TINKER, TAYLOR, BUILDER, PILOT will meet at Nancy’s at 11am on Saturday, 2/21 (third Saturday) for lunch, socializing and learning. If you’re a builder or a tinkerer or just want to know how to change your own oil, stop by. Scott Gordon is installing a 2-axis autopilot in his RV-7. Visit him in the South Hangar East after lunch and help ‘supervise’!
Nancy’s at the Air Field is accepting reservations for their ‘Valentine’s Dinner’ on Friday and Saturday, February 13th and 14th. Get details here. Come celebrate with Nancy and her knowledgeable, friendly staff!
Our ‘Wintah Slogan’ is “The Fastest Snow Plow in the Northeast!”. Next time you visit us, notice not only when we are fully operational, but also how wide we plow the runway and taxiways. Our ‘long winged’ visitors need not worry here. Feel free to call Don’s mobile number (978-621-5122) for up-to-the-minute field conditions or to let us know your ETA or ETD.
A word about fuel prices: The above price, effective 2/10/15, is the lowest in recent memory. Based on my weekly wholesale price updates, you can expect this low price through March, at a minimum. Now all we need is good WX so we can all take advantage of it! Sun ‘N’ Fun is on my planning horizon…
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
Boosting the ECONOMY – Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
‘WINTAH’ 2015 NOTAM!
“Best” Fuel Price – $4.49!!!
YOU are invited to our annual ‘Kick Off Party’!
Wednesday, January 21st, 2015 at 7 pm – South Hangar East
Hosted by ‘Friends Of Minute Man Air Field’ – FOMA
and
Nancy’s at the Air Field
Speakers will include
- Airport owner Don McPherson,
- MassDOT-Aeronautics Division’s Executive Director Chris Willenborg,
- Aviation Caucus’ Representative Kate Hogan,
- AOPA’s Sean Collins,
- Wings and Wheels’ Chairman Laura Spear,
- Aptis Aviation’s Rich & Jake,
- Alpha Bravo’s Alan Brown,
- Angel Flight,
- Pilots and Paws,
- Coast Guard Auxiliary,
- EAA 196
- and an introduction to a charitable conservation-oriented flying group, ‘LightHawk’
Yummy Refreshments will be served by Nancy’s and we will have a Cash Bar
The heat will be cranked Way Up, so come out and have some fun. Maybe you’ll even win a Door Prize!
In other news:
Permitting continues for Runway ‘3/21’ – Repaving Project – Phase II
Our triple round of public hearings will be held as follows:
- Earth Removal – Board of Selectmen at 7:10 pm on January 13th,
- Order of Conditions – Cons Com at 7:30 pm on January 20th,
- Erosion Control – Planning Board at 7:30 pm on January 7th.
The above hearings will be held in the Stow Town Building, 380 Great Road, Stow. Come early to get a front row seat. Your participation can help us move this public process over the goal line. You do not have to be a Stow resident to be heard.
FOMA’s ‘Hangar Talk’ is set for Saturday January 3rd at 8:30 am at Nancy’s – join us!
The ‘IMC CLUB’ MEETING will be held in the Magenta Flight Training classroom on Tuesday, 1/20 at 7pm. Their meetings help develop flight safety / proficiency with ‘Scenario Based Learning’. All pilots are welcome!
TINKER, TAYLOR, BUILDER, PILOT will meet at Nancy’s at 11am on Saturday, 1/17 (third Saturday) for lunch, socializing and learning. If you’re a builder or a tinkerer or just want to know how to change your own oil, stop by. See Dave Setser’s beautiful Xmas gift (it should fly?) from his wife and maybe even visit a neighbor builder!
Nancy’s at the Air Field is accepting reservations for their ‘Robbie Burns Celebration Supper’ Saturday, January 24th. This traditional, bag pipe accompanied, participatory fling is not to be missed! Get details at her always up-to-date web site. Nancy’s will NOT be open for MLK Day.
Office, Hangar & Tiedowns available.
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
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Boosting the ECONOMY – Serving the COMMUNITY
Nurturing the ENVIRONMENT since 1969!
‘Mid-Wintah’ NOTAM
“Best” Fuel Price – $4.59!!!
Runway ‘3/21’ – Repaving Project – Phase II – In Permitting Stage
Three local permits are needed before this important public safety project can move forward: Conservation Commission – Order of Conditions, Planning Board – Erosion Control Special and Board of Selectmen – Earth Removal. A triple round of public hearings is scheduled. Your participation can help get us over the goal line. You do not have to be a Stow resident to be heard.
Board of Selectmen at 7:10pm on December 9th,
Cons Com at 8:45pm on December 16th,
Planning Board at 7:30pm on December 17th.
Above hearings will be held in the Stow Town Building, 380 Great Road, Stow. Come early to get a front row seat and help us move this public process forward. RSVP to OPS Office
FOMA monthly ‘hangar talk’ set for Saturday 12/6 at 8:30am in Nancy’s – join us!
Nancy’s at the Air Field will be closed for their Christmas and New Year’s break from Monday 12/22 through Thursday 1/1. Discover her ‘Winter Celebration Dinner’ offerings on her always up-to-date web site, www.nancysairfieldcafe.com .
The OPS Office will be open during most of the café break, except OPS will be closed from Noon Wednesday through Noon Friday of Christmas week.
WARNING!!!
Friends of Minute Man Air Field (FOMA) will hold their annual
Mid-Wintah Kick-Off Party at 7pm in the South Hangar Jan 22, 2015
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW AND BE READY FOR SOME FUN!!!
Office, Hangar & Tiedowns available.
Catch the ‘Minute Man Spirit’ at one of our events this month. No cure is known!
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