January 2014

Flying Dentists Association

WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA June 27-30, 2014 FDA NATIONAL CONVENTION John and Gertrude Shell, our 2014 convention chairmen, have chosen a wonderful sight for the national conventionWilliamsburg, VA. As with most of our conventions the time frame allotted does not allow one to take in all the area has to offer, sooo ”Go early, stay late” in Williamsburg! Williamsburg has so much to do and see! The roots of our great country began there! Your first stop should be the

UPCOMING CE February 21-24, 2014

Snowmass, Colorado CE - Dr. Jan Buvlik (Hygiene of dental implants) Johnny Shell (the right approach to success) March 16-20, 2014 Columbus Isle, Bahamas June 6-8. 2014 Abilene, Kansas June 27-30, 2014 Williamsburg, VA National Convention September 12-14, 2014 Stevensville/Bay Bridge, Maryland October 3-4, 2014 Rough River KY Dam State Park, Gilbertsville, Kentucky 8850 Lynwood Dr.,Seminole, FL 33772

visitors center or even better BEFORE you go, get online to see what will be happening that week (June 27- 30). There are 18th century plays, a visit with the music teacher in the music house, maybe a “ball” at the Palace or a “trial” in the Capitol. A Patriot’s Pass, purchased at the visitor’s center will get you into everything except the “specials”. It is good for one (1) year. There are other “packages” available, John and Gertrude have us staying at the top of the line Williamsburg Lodge! You’ll love it. Actual convention schedule will follow next month. While online you can also make dinner reservations at any of the Historic Taverns-which is a “must do” one night- The taverns fill up fast for dinner so make those reservations early. Back to the beginning----I mentioned the visitor’s center. One of the first “must dos” is to see the free film “The Patriot” (not to be confused with the one with Mel Gibson). This brief film will set the scene for what happened in Williamsburg and how the history of our country got its start. You will recognize some of the actors from their younger years! It would be impossible for me to put all there is to do and see in Williamsburg, so check out their website! www.colonialwilliamsburg.com You will so enjoy stepping back into the 18th century but with all of our modern conveniences. John and I honeymooned in Williamsburg and we have gone back again and again! I hope everyone will enjoy this “magical” place as much as we have through the years! If we can answer any questions about our convention location, please call us: (Con’t on page 3) JOHN & KATHY VELTMAN 410-310-8987 • PHone 727-391-1750 • cell 727-479-5235

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P RES ID EN T’ S LETTER

2013 has just ended and a recap of this past year is in order . . . here are some of highlights.

Annual ski meeting in Snowmass o Skiing with FDA friends o Morning CE in robes •

Annual dive trip to Grand Cayman o Swimming with dolphins o Swimming with stingrays

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Skylodge Ranch in Sedona, Arizona o Sorry Paul, I couldn’t make the meeting. What a beautiful place and I love landing at the airport (kind of like a carrier landing in the desert)

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National Convention in Steamboat Springs, Colorado o Flying in the mountains, cool temperatures, mountain biking, sporting clays

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Fishing trip to Eagle Nest Resort in Manitoba, Canada o Thanks to Ray Rhoads and Bob Prough for carrying my family members in their planes, the Kitchens family was able to attend o Cheryl caught a 42” pike

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Board meeting at the Hangar Hotel in Fredericksburg, Texas o Awesome location, taxied right up to the hotel

These meetings were all held at fantastic locations, but what really makes them special is the wonderful CE and being with our FDA family. Hey! It’s a new year and “Cheryl, since I’m president we need to attend these meetings this year”. o Ski trip, dive trip, annual meeting, Oshkosh (sorry Steve, we can’t make this one we will be on a Scandinavian cruise), Eastern meeting out to Bay Bridge Maryland, San Juan yachting adventure (Western District), board meeting at Rough River, Kentucky, and don’t forget Hawaii in January 2015 What a neat schedule of meetings! On a personal level, I am proud to announce the birth of two new granddaughters – Sophia Lowe Kitchens born 11-20-2013 to the proud parents of Jason and Jamie Kitchens and Elizabeth Ann Kitchens born 12-18-2013 to the proud parents of Brandon and Caroline Kitchens. Also, in November I received my Formation Flying Inc. Wingman card. Give me a hug, handshakes are for sissies! Andy

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FLYING OSHKOSH By Gosh It’s the dead of winter in Iowa so very enjoyable to pull a “Walter Mitty” and daydream about the ultimate aviation overload experience in the known Universe. As you have read in previous Newsletters, the FDA is indeed going to participate in a big way come July. Participation from our group looks to be off the charts with over 50 pilots/ planes giving me the verbal “I’m In!” that I always look for. You guys are simply amazing It is still early for all the specific details but here is what we have to date. We will be meeting at Wausau, Wisconsin, home of Jan Bublik, Ned Markey, and Tom Turner Saturday July 26th for a pre party party. There is plenty of room at Wausau airport (KAUW) and the FBO is extending us the warmest of welcomes. We will camp on the airport/get a room for the night at a local hotel and have a group supper in the land of the Cheese Curds…or is that Cheese

Heads? and do a thorough pre-flight briefing. Sunday early afternoon, at a time to be dictated by the EAA and FAA, we will make the 60 mile trek to OSH

There are too many of us to be housed together thus, the two destinations.We can’t get reservations till February so relax about that. We will have specifics on housing in the next Newsletter. We will tell you about the specific arrival procedures when the EAA/ FAA tell us what they want of us, much more to follow on that topic. We will stay at least through Wednesday and for those wanting to partake of arguably the best event at Oshkosh, the Wednesday night aerial show, a Thursday departure is just what the Doctor ordered.

and park in an FDA group on the airport camping grounds that the EAA has prepared for us. Some of us want to camp under the wing in traditional OSH style and the rest of us will be busing to a Christian School turned into a dormitory or the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh and stay in some real dorms there.

Please check out the link below for a snippet of Oshkosh at http://www.eaavideo.org/video.aspx? v=2680136529001 See you there. Steve

FDA NATIONAL CONVENTION (Con’t from p.1)

Colonel Williamsburg Lodge Room Rates Deluxe Room Suite

$206.00 plus 11% tax $226.00 plus 11% tax

*Individual room reservations must be made by Tuesday, May 27 to receive the FDA rate. Call the Lodge: 800-261-9530 between the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST Monday - Friday ONLY. The Hotel does have babysitting services available. Rooms are available on Thursday, June 26 and also on Tuesday, July 1 should you like to arrive early or stay later and the same FDA rate will also apply on these nights. Our theme for this meeting is " I know you are gonna like it." so get started and get a room reservation NOW! John Shell 828-433-0783

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FLYING Eastern District Fly-In September 12-14, 2014 The Date: Friday September 12-14, 2014 The Place: W29-Stevensville, MD. Bay Bridge Airport The Lodgings: Grasonville Best Western-410-827-6767 The Speaker: Dr. Ed Zebovitz, Oral surgeon, Annapolis MD. The Menu: Hot Maryland steamed crabs and more, plus John’s famous “Crustacean Anatomy Course” You’re Contacts: John & Kathy Veltman 410-829-0201 In case you missed the previous months articles on the Eastern District’s Fly In…Here it is again! Tide trips to Annapolis, St. Michaels and Oxford Annapolis-Home of the US Naval Academy and historic capital of Maryland, with lots of shopping St. Michaels- The town that fooled the British, and the locattion of the Chesapeake Maritime Museum. See the hands on living history of how the Eastern shore of Maryland developed from the “Fishing on the Bay” to the “Hunting on the Land” and all the fascinating developments of the Punt gun used for hunting ducks. Go inside a real light house; see life as it

was on the Chesapeake of old. With lots of shopping

Maryland you will never lose sight of the water and the rich history.

Oxford-Departing St. Michaels you can take the Bellevue/Oxford Ferry for a short ride to the town of Oxford, MD. The home of Robert Morris, “Financier of the Revolutionary War”. This is a lovely sweet and simple Eastern shore town where an afternoon sailboat race is likely, and is also home of the award winning homemade ice cream at the Scottish Creamery. Dine at the Robert Morris Inn, the original home of Robert Morris. Now a Bed & Breakfast. During your visit to this part of

See you in September, John and Kathy

Fall Board Meeting October 3-4, 2014 Rough River, KY Dam State Park

Mark your calendars now Plan to attend our annual Fall Board meeting. This a great central location for all our members. Rough River Dam State Park has lot's to offer. Fly in to their 3,200 foot paved runway. Tent camp close to your plane or take advantage of the Lodge rooms and cottages we 8850 Lynwood Dr.,Seminole, FL 33772

are holding for the Flying Dentists. Boating, Hiking,Fishing, swimming,are just a few of the activities. This a true Family trip. See you in October! Dr Kevin D’Angelo 716-913-4036

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FLYING 2014 Annual Ski Trip February 21-24, 2014 We currently have 74 FDA’ers registered for our annual ski adventure in Snowmass. There may be room or more so if your interested contact Ray. Ray Rhoades [email protected] 913-244-7140

FDA Dive Trip Columbus Isle. Bahamas March 16-20 - 2014

The 2014 Dive trip at Club Med has been a huge success. We have over 88 FDA members and Friends attending this year. Some things you need to know. Our Club Med room space is sold out! However Club Med still has some space available, if you want to attend please call Stacy and she can check rates and availability for you.

January 30, 2014 Is the cut off date to book the Holiday Inn Vero Beach- If you have not booked your room for Vero, please do it now. Call Jennifer at 772-231-2300. The FDA rooms will only be held until the 30th. All space will be released after that date.

Abilene Fly-In June 6-8, 2014 Hello Fellow FDAers! Well let’s try this again! The Abilene, KS Fly-in is a go! June 6 - 8, 2014. The Eisenhower Center is ready for the FDA faithful, new and old members alike. Yes, this is a call out to the new FDA members and their families to join me in Abilene for a great weekend. Easy flying North-South runway to meld with the monster Kansas Winds. This meeting cannot be more centrally located. No one will be able to say hey I had to come farther than the guy/gal from the other side of the country. I know I am pumping this up like it is a meeting one must not miss.

Every meeting in this and any other newsletter is a meeting you cannot miss. If you miss a meeting you will wish you had made an attempt to come and enjoy the company of fellow FDA families. So look in the back of this newsletter or on the web site and sign up for GREAT CE, FAMILY and FUN!!!! Yes, Dr Dave “Crash” Craddock you are still a driving force for this organization. Mark your calendars for early June to prep your family and flying carpets (Mooney, Beech, Cessna, Piper, Cirrus, Lancair and more…) for the National meeting following the great Abilene Fly-in. More Details to follow! Bart Bycroft

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FLYING San Juan Yachting Adventure September 19-26, 2014 Night 1 – Friday, September 19th – Sailing School and Pre-Board – Bellingham, WA Night 2 – Saturday, September 20th - Arrive Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Island On Saturday, September 20th, the flotilla will be departing Bellingham Harbor destined for Spencer Spit State Park on Lopez Island. The 138 acre marine park features two sand spits that joined to form a briny marsh lagoon. It is a common migratory stop for waterfowl including Bonaparte’s Gulls, Great Blue Herons and Kingfishers (and sea kayakers!). It’s a great first stop in the Islands to begin the R&R portion of the trip. There are no docks to crash into so it will be easy practice for our boathandling skills. We will likely be tied to the State Parks individual mooring balls (or rafted together or on the hook). We will have just showered the night before so we will look forward to a refreshing shower in Friday Harbor on Sunday. Beach-combing, clamming, fishing, hiking and relaxing are other activities to be enjoyed at Spencer Spit. We will only have about a ½ day at the park due to the morning commute, but the various types of rocks and interesting driftwood will keep you entertained if the birds, hikes, or books don’t! Weather permitting, we will try to do an evening CE campfire on the beach! Nothing like a dinghy ride back to the boats at night! In some spots the bioluminescent glow of the algae can be seen in the bow wave and prop-wash. Very cool. Currently, there are 16 confirmed people and three boats booked. ) There are four other possible boats! Book YOUR boat now! Read more in next month’s Newsletter San Juan Sailing – Bellingham – Power and Sailboat Charters (Sat-Fri w/Fri night pre-board option http://www.sanjuansailing.com/ 1-800-677-7245 Group Discounts and Skippers ($250/day) Available Bellingham Yachts – Bellingham – Powerboat Charters (Open Dates) http://www.bellinghamyachts.com/ 1-877-310-9446

San Juan Island Itinerary 7 days, 7 nights

Anacortes Yacht Charters – Anacortes – Power and Sailboat Charters (Open Dates) http://anacortesyachtcharters.com/ 1-800-233-3004. Group Discounts and Skippers Available Crowne Yacht Charters – Anacortes – Power and Sailboat Charters (Open Dates) http://www.abcyachtcharters.com/bareboat/itinerary_sanjuan.htm 1-800-426-2313 Group Discounts (5-10%) and Skippers ($250-$300/day) Referrals Available – Cruise and Learn Program**

Beginning September 19 orientation & pre-board departing Bellingham on Sept 20 for Spencer Split. Sept 21 arrive Friday Harbor. Sept 23 depart Friday Harbor for Prevost Harbor. Depart Sept 24 for Echo Bay. Sept. 25 Sucia Island fun day. Sept 26 depart Sucia Island for Bellingham.

* Due to the fact that SJS only charters boats Sat-Friday, we will use that as our “week” ** Skippers are available for one or more days (as needed to feel comfortable with the boat – they do not need their own stateroom). Any Questions? Call Ned 716.867.5589 or [email protected]

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FLYING FDA Giving Back

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For this month I will just be asking for donations of Surgical instruments for the FDA Dental Motor clinic. If any one has instruments that they don't use any more please send them to me to 7334 Chestnut Ridge Rd Orchard Park, NY 14127.

Mainly we need forceps, elevators, hemastats, and currettes. We can give a gift receipt for value of the instruments for your tax purposes. Dr. Kevin D'Angelo [email protected] 716-913-4036

Website News Attention all FDA members.... As of February 1, 2014 we will be changing the default on our website., from ‘not sharing your profile’ to ‘share your profile”.’ What does this men to you? Members will be able to see all members contact information on the site. This will help members to stay in contact with each other. In the past the default was set to not allow any member to see. If you decide not to share your information, please give Stacy a call. 727-391-1750.

2014 Resolutions

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FLYING FDA Quick Calendar February 2014 Ski Trip Snowmass - Feb 21-24, 2014 Contact: Ray Rhoades 913-244-7140 KS

Board of Directors 2012-2013 President

Andy Kitchens

501-868-3331 AR

March 2014

President-Elect

Kevin D’Angelo

716-913-4036 NY

Dive trip - Columbus Isle, Bahamas - March 16-20, 2014 Contact: Steve Mowery 712-308-6893

Secretary

Mark Benesh

585-544-2225 NY

Past President

Steve Mowery

712-308-6893 IA

Eastern District

Peter Bayer, VP 850-244-8604 FL Alex Willis, VP Elect

Central District

Ned Markey, VP

716-867-5589 WI

Western District

Paul Zosel, VP Dana Weinreich

360-734-6967 WA 480-612-1068 AZ

June 2014 Abliene, Kansas Fly-in, June 6-8 Contact: Bart Bycroft 785-825-2244 KS Williamsburg, VA , June 27-30, 2014 Contact: John & Gertrude Shell 828-433-0783 NC

July 2014 Oshkosh, WI July 27-30, 2013 Contact: Steve Mowery 712-308-6893

September 2014 Eastern District Fly-in - Sept 12-14, 2014 Stevensville/Bay Bridge, Maryland Contact: John & Kathy Veltman 410-310-8987 MD San Juan Yachting Adventure - Sept. 19-26, 2014 Contact: Ed Markley 716-867-5589 WI

October 2014

CO M M ITTE E S

C H AIR

P H ONE

Continuing Education

Chuck Wait

480-998-1188 AZ

Audit/Budget

Wade Carnes

317-241-9876 IN

By Laws

Mark Zust

314-374-8560 MO

Investment

Ray Rhoades

913-244-7140 KS

History

Ned Markey

716-867-5589 WI

Membership

Bart Bycroft

785-825-2244 KS

Memorial

Steve Combs

308-632-5131 NE

Missions

Kevin D’Angelo

716-913-4036 NY

Nominating

Andy Kitchens

501-868-3331 AR

Safety

Steve Mowery

712-308-6893 IA

Fall Board meeting - Oct. 2-4 Rough River Ky Dam State Park Gilbertsville, KY Contact: Kevin D’Angelo 716-913-4036 NY

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FDA SKi Trip Snowmass, CO February 21-24

FDA Dive Trip Columbus Isle March 16-20

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