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A Letter to Redlands City Council From Gil Brown, Coyote Aviation
I write this on March 29, “National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day.” I find significant irony that the City of Redlands’ Instagram page is promoting that fact. Here’s why: Along with George and Eva Saliba, my wife Carol and … Continue reading
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Second Draw Paycheck Protection Program Loans for Small Businesses
We know of some REI tenants that took advantage of the Small Business Administrations Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans for their businesses. The PPP now allows certain eligible borrowers that previously received a PPP loan to apply for a Second … Continue reading
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AOPA 2021 Scholarship Program
Maybe you know someone that is passionate about learning to fly or who wants to earn an advanced rating? Please note the deadline to submit applications is 2-14-21 Growing the Pilot Population Through the AOPA Flight Training Scholarship Program … Continue reading
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Comment by 12-23-20 on Closure of Stovepipe Wells Airport
Dear Members and Friends of CalPilots We recently received notice from the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) that the National Park Service (NPS) is considering closing the Stovepipe Wells airport in the Death Valley National Park. According to the RAF, if … Continue reading
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Norm Nissen, Owner of Norms Hangar Restaurant, has Passed
Some of you may have met Norm over the years at Brackett Field, KPOC. Many of us have enjoyed good times with friends at his restaurant. Please see the letter below shared by the Brackett Airman’s Association.
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2021 Reno Air Races are in Jeopardy – Donations Requested
Please take the time to read this. The Reno Air Races are in jeopardy. There are many at REI that have competed at Reno and many more that have enjoyed the races. Donations from fans and participants are requested to … Continue reading
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Fly-In Movie Night at Luxivair SBD – Saturday, October 17th
You’ve been to a drive-in movie, but have you been to a FLY-IN movie? Well, now’syour chance! Guests will get a fresh take on movie night on the ramp at Luxivair SBD on Saturday, October 17th. The event starts at … Continue reading
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Update on California Bills SB 902 & SB 1120
SB 1120 and SB 902 are being driven by developers, and if passed into law could have a very negative impact on general aviation airports in California. These bills essentially strip local government of land-use planning and approvals in the … Continue reading
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Protect our California Airports! Help Oppose SB 1120 & SB 902
Please see the email below and attachments we received from Melissa McCaffrey, AOPA. This went to all AOPA members in California, but some of you may not have seen this or no longer belong to AOPA. Her request is important … Continue reading
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Caution: Fire Tanker Activity at and over Redlands Airport
A helicopter tanker base has been established on the west ramp at Redlands Airport. There are numerous tanker aircraft flying into and out San Bernardino Airport that are transitioning over REI. The heavy helicopters on the west ramp will also … Continue reading
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