EAA Chapter 569 › Lincoln, Nebraska

June Meeting — Tuesday, June 4

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 4th. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be at the Duncan Aviation Engine Shop (5000 NW 44th Street — Lincoln, NE). Program to feature Brian York, who is a Curator & Security/Safety Officer for the SAC Aerospace Museum.

May Newsletter now available

The May Newsletter is now available; click here to view it.

Nebraska State Fly-In — Saturday, June 1

Harry Barr’s Hiperbipe at the 2014 Nebraska State Fly-In in York

The 2019 Nebraska State Fly-In will be at Gordon Municipal Airport (GRN) on Saturday, June 1. There will be a number of displays, vendors, and other entertainment.

For more information and to view a flyer on the event, click here to visit the Nebraska Aviation Council.

Flying Club Seminar — Thursday, May 16

Interested in joining a flying club? A live seminar on club formation presented remotely from AOPA headquarters will be held at Silverhawk Aviation on Thursday, May 16 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Click here to view a flyer with more information.

Chapter Breakfast — Saturday, May 18

Photo by Doug Prange, Prange Photography, of the Chapter Fly-in Breakfast on March 18, 2017. Click on the image to view full size.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at our next Chapter Breakfast on Saturday, May 18. It will be at the Crete Airport (CEK) from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Everyone is invited to join us for some great food, plane talk, and camaraderie! Just bring your appetite and a $5 donation!

May Meeting — Tuesday, May 7

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, May 7 at the Duncan Aviation Engine Shop (5000 NW 44th Street — Lincoln, NE) and will begin at 7:30 p.m. Program to feature Wayne Woldt, who will share with us his experience in the 2018 AirVenture Cup Cross Country Air Race.

April Newsletter now available

The April Newsletter is now available; click here to view it.

Upcoming Webinars

EAA has a number of free Webinars that feature a variety of topics coming up this month and next. There is limited space, so it’s important to register ahead of time for them. Some of the Webinars qualify for FAA AMT Wings Credit. Click here for more information and registration details. Audio speakers and a broadband Internet connection are required to participate in the Webinars.

Chapter 569 Member passes

It is with deep sadness we share the news that longtime Chapter 569 member Don Shoemaker passed away on Sunday, April 7. Don was one of the first members of Chapter 569 and was actively involved in all areas of the chapter over the years. He would never miss a chapter event, whether it was a meeting, breakfast, or one of our many picnics that were held at his airfield. Don will certainly be remembered for his dedication, quick-wit, and support of our chapter and all of our members.

Chapter 569 would like to extend our condolences to the Shoemaker family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this time.

The family is planning a private family graveside service. There will be a Celebration of Life gathering with light refreshments Friday, April 26 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Roper & Sons South (3940 Hohensee Dr. – SW corner of 40th & Yankee Hill).

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Denton Historical Society (Building Fund), St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, or Plymouth United Church of Christ.