FROM THE COUNCIL |
See You at AirVenture Oshkosh 2023!  This is our last issue before we make our way to Oshkosh! As a kick-off for the week of never-ending fun, I'd like to invite all Canadians, whether you're camping under the wing or in another camping area, to stop by our Little Canada camping area anytime after 5:30 p.m. for a BBQ Meet n' Greet.
We have great Canadian presenters lined-up in our Canadian Pavilion. We'll have a different look, but will be located in the same location the Canadian tent has previously been, right next to the International tent. Be sure to stop in the main Wearhouse to check out the debut of our EAA Canadian swag. Whether you're flying or driving, travel safe. Don't hesitate to reach me at chair.eaacc@gmail.com if you have any questions. See you there! |
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FROM THE EDITOR |
New Tent, New Camping, Come and Say “Hi”  This is the last Bits and Pieces before we all meet again in Oshkosh. I hope you’re as excited as we are. As our chairperson, Raquel, points out this month, we have an expanded Canadian camping section dedicated to all Canadian chapters who wanted to join us. It’s a great spot, but if you haven’t already signed up, we’re FULL. Read more › |
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AVIATION HIGHLIGHTS |
 Connect With Us at AirVenture! From workshops and forums to breakfast and BBQs, there's a chance to connect with fellow Canadian aviation enthusiasts all week long. Read more › |
 My Adventure to Buttonville
Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport reminisces about a trip he made years ago. Read more › |
 Barrie Snowbirds! My daughter, grandsons, and I were pleased to be able to enjoy a super display by the Canadian Snowbirds and several others June 10-11 at the Barrie Airshow. The day we attended looked iffy to begin with but wound up being ideal with a high overcast, and not too hot conditions. Read more › |
 De-Icing for Experimental Aircraft A look at a new de-icing system specifically designed for homebuilt aircraft. Read more › |
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FROM THE ARCHIVES |
Fifty Years Ago — Lobster Broil in Moncton and Air Show in SummersideA fly-in lobster broil sounds just the ticket!
AUGUST 17-18 — MONCTON, N.B., CANADA — Fly-In Lobster Broil (17th) and Air Show (18th). Moncton Airport. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 352.
Contact: Atlantic Air Shows Ltd., 880 Main St.
Moncton, N. B., Canada.
AUGUST 18-19 — CANADIAN FORCES BASE SUMMERSIDE. P.E.I., CANADA — Centennial Fly-In (18th) and Air Show (19th).
Cosponsored by EAA Chapter 352 and Slemon Park Flying Club.
Contact: P.E.I. Centennial Fly-In Committee, CFB Summerside, Slemon Park, P.E.I., Canada
You’ll notice that neither had quick access via a website! |
AVIATION WORDS |
Aviation Word of the Month – MaydayMost of you probably know this since we’re a bilingual country, but for those who don’t, the word mayday comes from the French word for “Help me” — m’aidez and for those of you who struggled with French pronunciation in school, don’t think about it. Mayday sounds exactly like m’aidez.
If you haven’t fallen asleep by now, you might also be interested in a tip for remembering which letters at the end of a word are not pronounced in French. I was taught a simple rule — the consonants in the word “CAREFUL” are the only ones normally pronounced at the end of a word. Donc, soif, etc. but not the Z in m’aidez! |
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