Welcome to the homepage of Chapter 85 of the Receational Aircraft Association!  We are a group of pilots, homebuilders, and aviation enthusiasts.  Our official mandate is to support the advancement of safe, fun, and economical flying in our community and beyond.


 Facility Bookings

Clubhouse

The Clubhouse can be reserved by members and others for special events. Rental charges may apply. This section lists both periodic and calendared events to ensure there are no conflicts. If an event is marked "Private," members are asked to avoid use of the Clubhouse until the event is over.
    • First Tuesday every month: RAAC Chapter 85 General Meeting, starting at 1930. Visitors are welcome.
    • Third Tuesday every month: RAAC Chapter 85 Executive Meeting, starting at 1930.
    • First Monday every month: Vancouver Aerobatic Club Meeting, starting at 1930.

Workshop

Chapter 85 has a 30' x 30' (approximate) workshop, fully lockable, equipped with air supply and fans. Its purpose is primarily to provide a place for members to bring their completed homebuilt aircraft for final assembly and finishing. When not used for this purpose members and others may rent the workshop for up to 30 days to conduct annual maintenance inspections or other repairs. Rates are $10/day for members, $20/day for non-members. Furnace gas is extra. Renters must sign a Rental Agreement and a Liability Release.
    • 18-25 Feb 2012: Turbi C-FWBE annual inspection (Gerard Van Dijk)

Tools

Chapter 85 has a few specialized tools available for members' use. They are tools not often needed and expensive to purchase and are provided as a benefit to members. There is no time limit on borrowing the tools but this website will track who has the tools and when they obtained them. If you want to return them to the Chapter, please let the Custodian know. Or, you can pass the tools on directly to the next person looking for them, but again please advise the Custodian.
    • RAAC National Weighing Scales (set of 3) with Instructions: 4 Feb 2012 - Stored at RAA Clubhouse.
    • Boroscope: 9 Jan 2012 - Jim Stunden will obtain them from Eric Munzer.
    • Magneto Timing Light: 9 Jan 2012 - In RAA Engine Shop.
    • Nicopress Tool: 9 Jan 2012 - Location unknown.

Booking Procedure

Contact the Chapter Custodian to book the Clubhouse or the Workshop or to learn more about features of the facilities and rental rates.

Updated: 20 February 2012.