Naples Airport News:
Most exciting news!...
The Naples Airport Authority is celebrating its 45th Anniversary and is planning a public celebration on July 4th. The current plan is to hold it at the Commercial Terminal following the City’s 4th of July Parade. There will be refreshments and the Military Museum will have their displays set up. Check with the airport authority to confirm details as time gets closer.

More good news for GA...
In March we reported that GA activity is up overall from last year. Hangar occupancy also reflects increased activity. Hangar use is almost to capacity and a waiting list is next on the checklist. This is especially unusual given that the usual high season activity is winding down. If you're in need, call Pam (239-643-0404). She does still have shade hangars and will ask how many you want!

Noise Abatement meeting report...
At the April meeting, the board formally adopted a plan to address noise abatement. Some points on the list include pilots using full length for take-off, respecting the voluntary curfew for operations, and adhering to noise abatement procedures. It was reported by tower officials in attendance that most aircraft readily use full length as a matter of safety. Representatives from nearby homes associations also gave their list of complaints at the meeting, most notable of which was the complaint of activity that continues beyond the voluntary curfew.

The next Noise Compatibility Committee Meeting will be Thursday, June 26th, 9 a.m. in the Airport Office Building Conference Room located at 200 Aviation Drive North, 2nd floor. This room is located above the pilot shop.
There is another meeting tentatively scheduled for August 28th, same time and place. It will be confirmed at the June meeting.

Final report on fire inspection of hangars
The City of Naples Fire inspector completed a walk through inspection of all Naples Airport Authority owned hangars and buildings. Twenty seven addresses were inspected, that translates to over two hundred tenants’ hangars, storage, and office spaces. Eleven spaces had minor violations with extension cords, three had carpeting under their aircraft, one had blocked a fire extinguisher, one had a fan left running, and one had some oily rags stored improperly. Notices will be sent to the renters to make the corrections.

Airport upkeep and maintenance...
The work on the canopy covered walkway from GA terminal to parking mentioned last month is in progress. The old canopy has been removed and the structure is being painted. Once painting is complete, the new structure will be installed. The entire project should be completed by early June.
The work on the executive hangar next to the pilot lounge is still on hold until permits are received.

The Airport Office Building Roof (Pilot Shop Building) is scheduled for replacement. Bids for the job were advertised on May 4, 2014. The work will include replacement of the AOB roof, the walkway roof, and the entry gazebo roof. The final bids are due June 3, 2014.
The existing roof is original to the building which was completed in 1994.

There were questions from tenants about the runway 14-32 closures. For those of you who did not know, this was due to the location of a 120 foot crane in place to install piling for the Gordon River Greenway footbridge off the approach end of runway 14. The contractor completed the work as of May13th.

Hurricane Season Prep
Yes it's time to think about preparing for a possible hurricane. The season goes from June 1st to November 30th. No matter what the forecast, best to be prepared. Small price to pay for living in Paradise.
The NAA suggests several things as reminders...
Hangars are not wind rated for any specific category storm. Tenants should make ample plans to evacuate (2 alternate airports, contact FBO's, etc.) at least 48 hours prior to storm force winds. In addition, should there be a strong storm, the NAA staff and airport may be unavailable for several days following. Please allow time for staff to return, storm damage repair, and airport to reopen.
Collier county publishes an 'All Hazards Guide' that can be obtained at local libraries.
More information can be obtained by reading the full text of this summary on pilot association website, Including recommended items for emergency supply kit.
Click here for more information!

Submitted by Wendy Wahstedt

Bahamas Beach Barbecue on Treasure Cay Beach! submitted by Terry Spurlock
Please click the link below to find out more information about a July 4th weekend flyout to Treasure Cay in the Bahamas. This is a flyout that is sponsored by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism.
More info...

Great Places to Fly to! by Dennis Didonna
So you have this great expensive hobby of flying light airplanes, your spouse says wow, that was pretty high fuel bill last month! Well the reason may be the other half never really enjoys the freedom of aviation like you do. So let me give you some suggestions of great places to go within an hour flight of Naples that are great places to eat, I'll give you five this time and five more in the next article.

KLAL about an hour away, easy in and out, pull right up to the terminal on the NE side of the field. On the second floor you'll find Earhart's Runway Grill. Sunday is a real treat with a Prime Rib Breakfast for 8.95 8 to 11 am and a fantastic Prime Rib brunch for 14.95 served from 11:15 to 2:15 you can't beat this place for the food and aviation memorability. Wow they have a great hotel just across the street as well, this makes for a great forgive me weekend.

X25, Chalet Suzanne airstrip, hotel and four star Resturant. With a 2300' lighted airstrip, you park, bring your own tie downs, pull your bags out and check in to this old Florida bed and breakfast, I suggest you stay the nite and enjoy the dinner, but if you are just out for a weekend breakfast this place should not be missed. The rooms are newly renovated and the Resturant has been voted best country inns by Florida monthly. If your have lack of attention problems in you aviation marriage this place will solve all of them, this is a great country retreat.

KVNC, Venice Florida great Resturant cafe on the field, good breakfast and lunch, easy in and out. Another Florida favorite is Starkey's on the beach, great for lunch and dinner, they say they will pick you at the airport for free, I've never tried it however, I've always had a ride. This is a great flight all along the beaches from Naples to Venice, you got to love it.

KOBE, Okeechobee airport, country breakfast for like 3.95, great friendly service and you can sit outside on the covered patio and watch the airplanes come and go. This is a Sunday favorite for pilots all over the state so be prepared to fight for a table. They are open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch, so you have no excuse not to enjoy this local airport cafe.

KPMP, Pompano air park. Wow Galuppi's Resturant is a great place for everything you can imagine, weddings to Bar Mitzvahs. Tie down at Sheltair, walk over or they will take you but the walk to Galuppi's on the Green is easy. Sit outside on a covered patio overlooking the golf course green, they are open 7 days a week from 7 am to 1am with a fantastic Sunday brunch 10am to 2 pm. Make sure you sit on the patio. You might want to make a reservation for Galuppi's at 844-250-8161. This should be you promise to yourself for this year, I'm not going to miss this place!

I've got more great places for you to enjoy the next time we talk. Airport cafés from St Augustine to Marathon, easy enjoyable Florida flying dinning for you to investigate and enjoy. See you in the fall Dennis & M'Liss. ;)