Re: Livermore Fly-in Hotel News - eApis
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Hi Rene,
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Yes, i too echo Sam's thoughts, and it is indeed sad to see the freedoms we enjoy here being eroded away, bit by continual bit.... it's like the water that is heated gradually over time, and with time, pretty soon, the poor frog is cooked, without knowing enough to jump out.. I'm also sending a letter to my congressman, i don't want to be knowingly cooked too! I understand your apprehensions about even planning a trip down here under such circumstances, but if it should work out, we would truly enjoy seeing you. From the picture in Q-Talk recently, your new plane looks really, really nice. The flip side is that if i ever finally wanna get up to Abbotsford and see you guys there, i'm going to have to jump through similar hoops... what do they do for airline passengers coming in for a weekend, i wonder? Hang in there, and just keep us posted, i would like very much to follow this saga.... All the best, Alan
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From: Sam Kittle <skittle@caltel.com> To: Q-LIST@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, Jul 7, 2009 3:40 pm Subject: RE: [Q-LIST] Livermore Fly-in Hotel News - eApis Thanks Rene, I will write my congressman and include a copy of your message. It is really sad that every time our laws are broken we all give up more of our freedom. We do hope you are able to work through the system and make it to L ivermore. Best Regards, Sam _____ From: Q-LIST@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Q-LIST@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Rene Robertson Sent: Tuesday, July 07, 2009 11:25 AM To: Q-LIST@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Q-LIST] Livermore Fly-in Hotel News - eApis Alan and Sam, Thanks for the invite. I for one would love to come again this year. The one thing that is becoming more difficult for us from up north is your Homeland Security. Pehaps this can be brought up to your Congressman/woman. Customs and Border protection now wants us to register with eApis (electronic advance passenger information system). Once registered (can take up to 1 month) we have to electronically submit a manifest with our intentions when entering and leaving the US. We have to get an email approval that we are allowed to go before leaving. This together with all the other hurdels (Customs notifications, decals and forms) we have to jump through makes it tough to go. Talking to local guys here, there were about 70 airplanes that were intending to go to Arlington, WA this weekend and because of this system there isn't a single one that is going now! I'm still going to try and will let you know how I make out (I may or may not be the only Canadian there). Americans a lso have to go through this if travelling to Canada. I'm not anticipating any US fly-in visitors to our Abbotsford International Airshow. The next topic that is on the table is radiation scanning for all GA aircraft before entering the US. This means we would have to fly into an International airport with Radiation scanning equipment before we can enter the US. Needles to say, no one would go south if this was to be enforced. Melinda and I have always loved flying down south. Everyone has been terrific to us whenever we travel in the US. We would hate to loose this freedom to travel south. Cheers and keep up the good work. Rene Q2 C-GTCA --- On Fri, 7/3/09, millenniumflier@ <mailto:millenniumflier%40netscape.net> netscape.net <millenniumflier@ <mailto:millenniumflier%40netscape.net> netscape.net> wrote: From: millenniumflier@ <mailto:millenniumflier%40netscape.net> netscape.net <millenniumflier@ <mailto:millenniumflier%40netscape.net> netscape.net> Subject: [Q-LIST] Livermore Fly-in Hotel News To: Q-LIST@yahoogroups. <mailto:Q-LIST%40yahoogroups.com> com Received: Friday, July 3, 2009, 12:24 AM Hello Fellow Builder/Pilots, Our Livermore Fly-in is just 6 weeks away, and your two co-hosts are putting the finishing touches on the event. Be sure to let Sam know of your plans to attend, so we can get an accurate number for our Saturday evening chicken barbecue, which you will not want to miss! Even if you will be driving in, we'd very much enjoy having you spend the time with us. Which reminds me, for those of you flying in, we haven't had confirmation of any Tri-Q's attending yet, which leads me to think of our flying buddies to the North, Rene, we need your new Tri-Q! And Dr. Steve and Brad B., are we going to see you all down here too? Let's see all those nice planes from Abbotsford! Some great news, i guess my magnetic personality has worked its charm once again, lol, as i was able to negotiate a great hotel deal for those who will be needing accommodations while attending the fly-in. We now have a "Fly-in" Special of $66 per night at the Extended Stay America hotel, in Livermore, an easy walk from the airport, south of the freeway. You can call direct to make your reservations and hold your room with a credit card at 925-373-1700. When you call, mention the "Fly-in Special" and if the receptionist can't seem to find that, ask to speak with "Orlando", one of the managers there, who helped negotiate the special rate. Several of you have stayed at the Extended Stay before, and rooms come complete with a fridge, and a small stove, as well as Wi-fi connections. You should be very comfortable there, =0 D and although breakfast is not included in the price, there are several restaurants just a stone's throw from the airport, including a Carl's Junior and a Starbucks for those who need your morning caffeine. Six weeks away, and counting! We hope to see many of you there; be sure to let Sam Kittle know how many in your party will be attending, at: skittle@caltel. com Also, be sure to visit the Fly-in's new website at: www.trinitylyricope ra.org/livermore .flyin You will find arrival information, and all you'll need to attend. The Fly-in is free, but donations to help offset expenses will be gratefully received.... many thanks! See you all soon! All the best, Alan and Sam __________________________________________________________ The new Internet ExplorerR 8 - Faster, safer, easier. Optimized for Yahoo! 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