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FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 10:11 am Post subject: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Who is going to Sun-N-Fun?



We are planning on flying to Sun-N-Fun again this year.  Last year we camped in the Homebuilt Camping area.  Not too bad.  This year we are returning to our roots…of many years ago and land and camp in the Ultralight Area (it is now mostly Sport Planes).  That is a little closer to the facilities and not so far out!  



Our tentative plans, weather permitting, will be to depart Mobile, AL on Friday, 4/11/08, around daybreak or earlier.  We’ll land at Quincy, FL (2J9, just northwest of Tallahassee) for fuel and a short break.  From there we will fly direct to SNF.  Our departure from SNF will be Sunday morning, 4/13/08, for the return flight back home.



Do we have any other Kitfox’s on the forum that will be flying (or driving) to SNF?  If so, please share your plans!  If your route of travel will be taking you through LA (Lower Alabama) we will be happy to provide ground transportation for meals, hotels, etc (prior to our departure on Friday!).  



We fly out of a private strip, 1,800’ (not on sectional) that is located about 16 miles southeast of Mobile Regional Airport, MOB.   I will provide GPS coordinates, pictures, etc of our airport for anyone that is interested.



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 10:30 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

My plans aren't solid but I'll be leaving from 34A and was thinking of stopping somewhere near Jacksonville. This will be my first time so if anyone has any tips...

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 10:42 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Luis,

Are you camping or hoteling?  Have you read the NOTAM for arrival and departure procedures?  This is a link to the NOTAM:  http://www.faa.gov/airports_airtraffic/air_traffic/publications/notices/media/sun-n-fun.pdf 



We will be camping with the plane in the Ultralight area.



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 12:09 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Thanks for the link to the NOTAM. I haven't decided about camping. How are the amenities (showers, bathrooms, etc..)? Are there any restrictions about camping in the ultralight area?

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 2:11 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

They use large portable shower trucks (like an 18 wheeler stainless steel box trailer) that have about 10-12 shower stalls.  No shortage of hot water.  Each trailer has a man/woman section.  Outside they have Astroturf on the ground with an 8’ long sink (two sided) for shaving, primping, tooth brushing, etc.  All in all it’s not too bad.  We always pick our shower times carefully.  For late day showers we usually hit it around 4:30 – 5:00 or after 8:30.  Using these times we have never had to wait for a stall…least crowded!  Mornings are really busy unless you get an “early” start!  There are porta-lets everywhere.  With a little scouting and judgment it’s not too hard to pick out the best/cleanest/least used throne.  Personally…we carry our own toilet paper (TMI…) and other sanitary needs for our peace of mind!



The temps are usually reasonably cool at night.  One year I remember it getting down into the 40’s…but that was just a freak thing.  Mid 60’s are the norm…but not guaranteed!  We have a 40’ diesel bus…it’s hard to call it a camper…but we still enjoy tent camping.  A decent air mattress, sleeping bag, pillow…and a sheet make for good sleeping.  …now 35 years ago…I could “camp” on a rock…without anything for comfort.  …sorry!  Those days are gone.  We carry a large….large! tent, cooler, chairs, porta-potty, clothes, food and all the other stuff.  Camp in comfort when you can!  I'm just glad the Vixen holds all our stuff!



It sure would be nice to have several Fox’s in the neighborhood!



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 2:51 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Looking over the NOTAMS. There's lots of info for GA and Experimentals but when you get to the ultra light / LSA section it just says to approach from the SE, stay under 500ft and avoid the helicopter   .  It's not clear from the picture which way the runway is even pointing. It's just a big square grassy area. Anyone know how long the runway is? Also, are they going to be spot checking to make sure you actually qualify as an LSA? I have an IVO prop so I'm not technically LSA but is anyone going to care?

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 3:44 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

The arrival procedures for the UL leave a lot to be desired.  I have attached three pictures (I put these together several years ago for some first time UL folks to SNF).  I prefer to go south past LAL on the west side.  All the GA folks are lining up on the northeast side.  You can use South Lakeland as a guild.  You need to be inbound in a north easterly direction (from the southwest).  Do NOT go north of the UL area or over/east of the buildings on the east side of the UL area (you're getting into helo country).  I hope the pictures help.



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 5:13 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Those pictures really clear it up. Thanks!

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2008 9:05 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Looks like Steve Bennet and I will be a flight of two from South Carolina to SNF starting early Wed morning.

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Fri Mar 21, 2008 7:56 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Great!  Glad to hear it.  Maybe we can all rendezvous.



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Mon Mar 24, 2008 11:30 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

bump

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 5:43 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Bump for SNF

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 5:30 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Another Shameless Bump

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

wingnut

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 356

Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 8:32 pm Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Taking a look at camping fees. If I understand it right aircraft camping is $100 between April 8 and April 13 even if you're only staying for one day. Is that the same for UL/LSA camping?

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Luis Rodriguez
Model IV 1200
Rotax 912UL
Flying Weekly
Laurens, SC (34A)

FlyboyTR

Joined: 04 Nov 2006
Posts: 215
Location: Mobile, Alabama

Posted: Sat Apr 05, 2008 7:16 am Post subject: Re: Sun-N-Fun 2008: What are your plans?

Louis,

Airplane camping is usually $25 per night.  The fee schedule is not real clear (never has been!)  Sorry...can't provide any more insight!  



Travis

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Travis Rayner
Mobile, AL
Skystar Vixen, N-789DF
Continental IO-240, Prince P-Tip Prop
ADI-II Autopilot
AnyWhereMap Navigation with weather
www.enotam.net (My Flying Info Website)

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