rhysmcc

I would also be happy to vote for someone who brings something to the table, if they were located outside of North Qld, over someone who doesn't offer anything (other then being local), that said it would be hard to go against a local who is known by the members and switched on.

I got it from an ex members rep because I couldn't find it either. I also couldn't find anything that says you actually have to live in the are you represent so someone living in Tweed heads for example could probably effectively deal NSW or SQLD.........Andy

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(iii) A financial member who is a resident in Australia may nominate for a representative

 

position in any region they may choose provided they are nominated and seconded by members within that region

 

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Regional Definitions and Representatives

North Queensland (North of latitude 220S) 1 Representative

 

South Queensland (South of latitude 220S) 3 Representatives

 

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Still no indication on how many aircraft are actually grounded due to expired rego or awaiting to be processed? Double the amount of aircraft waiting "additional info" since last update a few weeks ago

Does the RPL remain current if the RA Cert is expired/not renewed i wonder

Wasn't there a sub-committee formed recently to look into the insurance issue/options for RA-AUS? I assume it was made up of professionals who could provide the right advice?

I can't find any reference in the constitution to the appointment of a President (or acting President) other then the members of the board will elect the Executive at the beginning of the Annual Board meeting

12. Constitution and membership of the Board.

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(iii) The Members of the Board, will elect, at the beginning of the Annual Board meeting,

 

presided over by the Public Officer, the Members of the Executive, from within the Board

 

(iv) The Executive shall consist of the President, Secretary and Treasurer.

 

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It would be good to see a working party/sub committee setup to explore how RA-AUS could design/implement an investigations team, how they could interact with ATSB, CASA, Police, etc and the costs that would be involved annually. Whether such positions could be worked into the current RA-AUS setup, maybe as Regional Coordinators? Also spending time running safety forums, compliance (with the aim of educating rather then revenue raising) checks etc.

I like the idea of a mix of elected and appointed board members. 4-5 Elected members, voted by in a similar process as today (ie state/location/area based), another 4 appointed members (people with professional skills). The board would be responsible for the reviewing/selecting of candidates for appointed positions, which would be retified by members at the AGM.

I wouldn't go as far of labelling each appointed position a particular role such as HR, or Marketing etc

The board positions may need to be a paid position (part-time) to attract quality candidates, no different to company directors etc.

I also agree on all board members undergoing compulsory governance training.

Yes my understanding is any RAA member can nominate for the vacant position regardless of location, being a North QLD member I'm looking forward to seeing who puts up their hand to 'right the ship' and share their views/opinion/policy on improving recreational aviation in Australia (and north qld)

...But first and foremost I would ensure that a more rigourous approach is applied to our insurance problems so we can be sure that we are here to fly another day. At the moment we are under significant threats that member assets will be depleted and there will be nothing left. This threat is real and will be realised within days if we are not careful...

What Turbo said. Ask and you will find out or be passive like 80% of RA-Aus members and this Board will keep you in the dark and feed you bovine excreta. Perhaps 600 aircraft that should be registered and flying but are sitting on the ground gathering cobwebs might just be a clue that all is not well. Four failed CASA Audits, Financial Statements not available at the AGM, breach of CASA Deed of Agreement, breaches of the Corporations Law . . .enough for you to start wondering?

You don't need to fly around for weeks to campaign and talk to each person individually (although you'd assume being a member of a flying association you wouldn't mind spending the odd weekend fly-in), there are various forms of communication to get your message/opinion across, such as this forum, email and social media, the magazine that each member gets a copy of.

At the current rate of 40 a week its going to take 87.5 weeks to clear, less Christmas holidays 89.5, less Public holidays 91.5, less staff vacations 93.5 weeks.That's pretty close to 2 years but of course they won't do 40 a week.

The upside is that a lot of dust catchers will get dropped off the registry and a few bargains to be had for those with an eye for an unregistered plane.

I've not been a member long enough to have had to vote in an election yet, however it's clear that neither side have really presented a case on why the board should be removed (or stay). If a particular candidate wants votes, then they need to campaign for them, get out there and share their opinions/direction for the Association and what they can bring to the table better then the guy already there.

is it not an option to dissolve the board and put all positions up for re-election, those board members who think they are doing a good job and run again, those who think they are doing crap can run against them (or campaign against them in favour for someone else).

Anyone else find that their pilot certificate renewal card didn't arrive?My renewal was a paper copy only. There was a polite accompanying letter saying that 'due to unforseen circumstances, there is a shortage of plastic cards' and to use the paper renewal until the cards become available.

Peter

JimStupid me. Where is the apps button found when on the maps page?

I accidentally did a while ago. I heard the camera click and found a copy of the screen shot (email) in my pictures

 

This would be great if I could do it again

 

Cheers

 

Phil.

"Tigermoth Pete" who flys rides out of Shute almost every day, always uses a full sideslip for landing, followed by the nicest wheel landings. It's part of the ride, and he usually plonks it down right in front of our hanger....never get sick of watching it...especially the side slips !.................................................Maj...

I believe there was an issue with the paint job which had to be redone, after which the owner decided he was going to put it with a flight school down south where it would get more use. Real shame.

I did my training with Ron as well and found him awesome!!Check out http://www.recreationalflying.com/threads/cairns-area-flight-training.45948/

 

I spoke to him sounded good! does wet hire

Im also in Cairns, was looking for the same sort of thing, private hire of a RA aircraft.But I have to convert my GA hours into RA first.

Im also in Cairns, was looking for the same sort of thing, private hire of a RA aircraft.But I have to convert my GA hours into RA first.

I highly recommend Ron Watson from WatsonFly in Innisfail, was great to learn to fly with him and his Jabiru aircraft was always a pleasure to fly.

I was quite surprised there was no private hire up here, would have thought there would be enough market/demand, maybe based out of Mareeba or Atherton, guess it's the added cost of extra insurance turns people off hiring out.

I think Carlo Prete will but his aircraft Is getting aface lift Inns fail

Wasn't really in the market for a single seat, would love to get something one day but right now it's a bit out of reach. Out of interest what did you have in mind?

Thanks Maj Millard, i did my training with Ron and he doesn't hire his plane out after training.

Doesn't seem to be much in the way of hire up here in the North.

Hi guys, I've recently picked up my RAA pilot certificate and hopefully completing my nav in a few weeks and found these forums which provide a wealth of information. I've yet to find any schools/clubs up north that does any sort of private hire after completing the training.

Is anyone aware of private hire operations up in the Cairns/Tablelands/Innisfail area?

Thanks and happy flying

Rhys