matthewcline 0 #26 November 21, 2011 QuoteMany skydivers think that no one notices what goes on in our world. In my many meetings with the city of Oceanside, CA I have heard from the city attorney and city planners about recent fatal incidents, aircraft maintenance issues and other assorted detrimemtal opinions towards our sport. When you fill out your renewal form for USPA membership, add a few clams to the Airport Access Defense Fund. My own fight has included about 500 phone calls with Randy Ottinger, many meetings with the city and finally the hiring of a land use attorney. Unfortunatly the FAA makes the aeronautical user prove to the sponsor their right to access the airport under the Airport Compliance Manual rules. A Part 16 formal process is long, involved and expensive. Airport access is a major issue for our sport. It's up to all of us to help out each battle if we can. Yet all because we are an uncaring and cheap lot, we still patronize these places. WE so not stand for safety, WE need to or end up losing the sport as a whole. MattAn Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
