The Georgia Flyers are off to a great start in 2006 with the completion of a very successful kickoff meeting on Sunday, January 22nd at the Spaghetti Warehouse on Delk Road. We had 52 members and guests in attendance, including two new members, who enjoyed socializing, great food, and surprise entertainment when our own Dick Lyon sang "Our Old Kentucky Home" for the crowd. We were then entertained by this year's trip captains presenting their exciting trips to exotic, romantic, weekend getaways. As a result, the Louisville, Kentucky trip is already full with a list of standbys. We also have several other trips, some spanning only two-day weekends so that those limited in time can participate. There are only a few openings left on the other trips, so review the schedule on the website and contact the persons listed to register for the trips. Hurry! They won't last long!

Along with the trips, we also have a great lineup of programs, activities and yet to be determined "Lunch-Bunch" weekend lunch outings. The steering committee has endeavored to plan events that appeal to a wide variety of interests, time, and resources. So take a look and dive in. We're looking forward to learning more about each of you during our trips and outings.

The main February event is a tour of the Atlanta TRACON arranged by John Dennis. The instructions and directions are on the website. There are a few seats left, so sign up quickly. John can only accommodate 25 people, and this is an opportunity that does not come available often.

I look forward to seeing you on the TRACON tour and the February "Lunch-Bunch" outing.

Keep 'em flying,
Ron Deering

TRACON Tour, February 11, 2006

Plan to meet at the Airport Authority Aviation Center (FBO) at Peachtree City - Falcon Field (FFC) - whether you fly in or drive - at 0930 local time. We will caravan to the TRACON - 1 mile - at 1000. We will have approximately 2 hours at the facility; about 1 hour in a briefing room, followed by some time in the radar lab and then the control room. Space is limited to 25 people and each adult must have a picture ID. Reservations must be made in advance no later than February 8th - anyone not on the reservations list will not be admitted. Email: reservations@georgiaflyers.org for reservations and information.

Driving directions:

• From Atlanta go south on I-85 to the Peachtree City exit.
• Go south on highway 74. Continue past Tyrone into Peachtree City. Cross highway 54, continue southbound 2.2 miles.
• Turn right on TDK Blvd (3rd traffic light south of highway 54), cross railroad track.
• Turn left onto Dividend Drive. Pass Aircraft Spruce and Specialty on your right
• Turn right onto Falcon Field Drive. The Aviation Center will be straight ahead.

For those interested in staying for lunch, arrangements have been made at El Ranchero, a nearby Mexican restaurant.

Phone numbers:

• Peachtree City FBO 770-487-5888
• Atlanta TRACON 678-364-6103