WHAT IF (separated from Whispers of North)

[Guest]

Re: WHAT IF from Whispers of North

Hi Bob,

You may well be correct. One of the reasons that I started the "what parts do want to buy in the next 24 months" thread was to try to get some data behind my assertion based on quantity. So fars the qunatities are quite low.

It may "prove" the assertion right or wrong. Or I may not know to use it.

BTW- I have all the data prior to yours and the post before your and one before it on a excel spread sheet. I will update it later tonight.

[freightpilot27]

Re: WHAT IF from Whispers of North

It sounds like you are suggesting what I mentioned in an earlier post regarding the drawings. I suggested that they be put online. They could be paid for in a variety of ways. I for one would gladly rejoin the Foundation for the ability to download the drawings. I think for this privlege we should be willing to either pay more for Foundation dues, or pay a fee per drawing.

But as I suggested previously, not only the drawings should be available. STCs, 337s, and anything else that is commonly requested. I know STC, & 337s are available. But as recently as last night I had someone contact me about where to find the STC for using pop rivets to attach the fabric.

I would gladly volunteer to create a website for the Foundation to disseminate the drawings and other info, but I do not have that talent. I want to make it very clear, that I would not expect the foundation to fund the startup of a dedicated webpage. We would have to put our money where our mouth is and all pitch in financially to cover the costs.

I would also like to point out that just because an organization in non-profit does not mean everyone associated with it is a volunteer. If someone among us has the talent to start (and maintain) a website, and they want to volunteer their talent that is great. But if not, we should be able to raise enough money to pay for someone to do this. I think there would be enough requests for drawings and other info to provide a revenue stream for the Foundation above and beyond any start up or ongoing costs.

There are also other possibilities. How much would you be willing to pay for a sprial bound book detailing EXACTLY how to fix or restore every little part of your airplane, complete with pictures. The info is all right here on this forum. All someone needs to do is obviously get permission to use the photos posted here, and then do it. This could be a HUGE revenue source for the foundation. And once again, the person doing it doesn't have to be a volunteer. By charging more for dues, and a few extra contributions, I think the Foundation could raise enough money to pay for clerical help or web designers to start projects like these.

Forrest, Bob, others, a penny for your thoughts. Is this too far out of the realm of the Foundation? As I understand it, part of the Foundation's purpose is to maintain archives, provide information and research assistance. I think this would be an excellent way to provide more information and research assistance.

Richard-

You read my mind!

I had not thought of a real maintenance service book. I like it.

I do NOT have the know how to do the website. But I have the ability to digitize drawings (up to "D" size), and other information. or at least organize some of these things.

Also, look at the Aeronca website, I think a great starting point for what we all are all talking about.

http://www.aeronca.com/manuals

[Guest]

Re: WHAT IF (separated from Whispers of North)

ahh- Brighton, MI

you know Todd Trainor don't you Bob

[freightpilot27]

Re: WHAT IF (separated from Whispers of North)

ahh- Brighton, MI

you know Todd Trainor don't you Bob

Yep, he lives across the runway from me.

[Guest]

Re: WHAT IF from Whispers of North

Richard-

You read my mind!

I had not thought of a real maintenance service book. I like it.

I do NOT have the know how to do the website. But I have the ability to digitize drawings (up to "D" size), and other information. or at least organize some of these things.

Also, look at the Aeronca website, I think a great starting point for what we all are all talking about.

http://www.aeronca.com/manuals

When I saw Brighton and digitize the light went on.

And this reminded me that I wanted to make a donation.

I just did.

I like your ideas.

Dave

[freightpilot27]

Re: WHAT IF (separated from Whispers of North)

Thanks Dave.

I will renew my membership with the Foundation, but to be perfectly honest, I would like to see a few changes before I make another donation.

I am willing to do whatever legwork I know how to do to help make those changes a reality.

[Guest]

Re: WHAT IF (separated from Whispers of North)

Sorry for my poor writing, I meant that I made a donation to Todd, Aeronca.com