Rob Schmitt wrote:
> I am planning to make a pitch at the 2019 KR Gathering to host the 2020
> event at Lee's Summit Airport in Missouri (KLXT). I understand a vote
will
> be required and the location needs to be approved....
I'll second this motion, as Rob's EAA Chapter did a great job hosting us
two years ago. There's no question that MVN is a perfect place for the
Gathering, but Lee's Summit is probably second place, judging from the
Gatherings I've attended over the years. I know some folks would like
to just lock the Gathering down to MVN forever, and that's the way it
was for quite a while until recently. Previously, the Gathering was
moved around the country, usually two years at each place, and then
somewhere different. A little variety is a good thing, and moving it
around exposes the KR to new audiences, and gives some folks who don't
live near Mount Vernon a better chance to make it to a Gathering.
See Rob's message below for more.
Mark Langford
m...@n56ml.com
http://www.n56ml.com
On 8/14/2019 12:08 PM, Rob Schmitt via KRnet wrote:
KR Enthusiasts;
I am planning to make a pitch at the 2019 KR Gathering to host the 2020
event at Lee's Summit Airport in Missouri (KLXT). I understand a vote will
be required and the location needs to be approved. I also wanted to ensure
the KR Net folks have an opportunity to review this as well regardless of if
they can attend this year's Gathering.
We held the 2017 Gathering at our airport and would like the opportunity to
host it once again in 2020.
Summary is as follows;
Proposal for KR Gathering 2020
Lee's Summit Airport (LXT), Missouri
Event Organizer - Rob Schmitt (KR2S - N1852Z)
Dates: September 10-13, 2020
This event has been presented to both the Airport Manager (John
Ohrazda), and the host EAA Chapter 91.
Both organizations a very supportive and willing to host.
EAA Chapter 91 will support with their facilities for main gathering
space.
Airport will support with equipment, contracts as required, hangers
for aircraft if needed due to adverse weather, and a fuel discount.
Airport Description
Two Runways 18/36 is over 5,000 ft, Runway 11/29 is over 4,000 ft.
No control Tower
The airport is in the ADSB Mandatory Veil (30 nm) for Kansas City.
There are no longer any exceptions for this. All aircraft will need to have
ADSB out to operate in/out of the airport legally.
Camping will be allowed again at the north west corner of the
airport.
EAA Chapter 91 Facilities
Main Hanger with Chapter Presentation Room
Overhead Projector
Kitchen, Refrigerators
Grilling equipment
Tools and equipment for aircraft repair if need
Restrooms, but no showers
EAA Chapter 91 has conducted several major events in the past to include the
2017 KR Gathering. The Chapter conducts monthly Young Eagles events in
conjunction with a Pancake Breakfast during the Summer months.
Other Considerations
Nearest RV Campground with hookups - Lake Jacomo approx. 3 Miles
away
Hotels - Several local hotels available. Best for the individual to
make their own arrangement for competitive pricing.
Lee's Summit/Kansas City Area, Sports, Museums, Shopping,
Entertainment, etc.
Potential fly-outs to surrounding Airports and places of interest.
Let me know if you have any questions. My direct email is robert7...@aol.com
Thanks,
Rob Schmitt
KR2S N1852Z
www.robert7721.com
Kansas City, MO
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