Author Topic: King Orange International (Read 2839 times)

Bill Hodges · « **on:** August 07, 2007, 06:53:31 PM »

The monthly meeting of the X47 Flyers was held tonight with the main topic of discussion being the KOI.

There was a majority vote for the X47 Flyers to continue hosting the KOI. Tommy Weedman will be the CD with assistance from his brother, Lynn. The dates will be in January on MLK weekend (pending approval of the sanction application). The location will be in Starke, FL as it has been for the past two years.

If anyone has any questions or concerns about the KOI, please contact Tommy as he is handling all correspondence concerning the KOI from here on. His number is in the PAMPA directory.

Bill Hodges
President, X47 Flyers

Louis Rankin · « **Reply #1 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:16:03 PM »

Bill,

This is good news. Count on me being there. I can't wait!!!!!!!!!

Bill Little · « **Reply #2 on:** August 08, 2007, 05:36:22 AM »

Hi Bill,

Aaron, and I, will make every effort to be there. January is a much better date for us.

Thanks to the X-47 Flyers for continuing this historic event!

john e. holliday · « **Reply #3 on:** August 08, 2007, 07:47:58 AM »

Mentioned it to the wife and response was too far to drive. I tried to tell her we could see the daughter and grandkids before and after the contest. Have fun, DOC Holliday

Bob Zambelli · « **Reply #4 on:** August 08, 2007, 08:13:04 AM »

I will be there - count me in for judging if you need help.

Bob Z.

builditright · « **Reply #5 on:** August 08, 2007, 09:02:00 AM »

Quote from: Bill Hodges on August 07, 2007, 06:53:31 PM

The monthly meeting of the X47 Flyers was held tonight with the main topic of discussion being the KOI.

There was a majority vote for the X47 Flyers to continue hosting the KOI. Tommy Weedman will be the CD with assistance from his brother, Lynn. The dates will be in January on MLK weekend (pending approval of the sanction application). The location will be in Starke, FL as it has been for the past two years.

If anyone has any questions or concerns about the KOI, please contact Tommy as he is handling all correspondence concerning the KOI from here on. His number is in the PAMPA directory.

Bill Hodges
President, X47 Flyers

Hummmmm...

first you change the date.

then you don't want it.

then someone else does.

so then you pick it up again and change the date again..

come on guys get with the program

Are you guys sure about this or will there be another vote @ next months meeting.

Bill Hodges · « **Reply #6 on:** August 08, 2007, 09:57:12 AM »

Walter:

The date change back to January was at the request of many of the contestants who flew in last year's contest and some who said they couldn't attend because of the March dates.

If you would like to discuss the KOI any further, feel free to phone me at 904 797-5079 and I will talk to you about it in person.

Bill Hodges

Garf · « **Reply #7 on:** August 08, 2007, 10:20:15 AM »

How about posting a map for those of us that haven't been there yet?

Bill Hodges · « **Reply #8 on:** August 08, 2007, 10:43:14 AM »

Garf:

I do not have a means to scan in a map right now, but will do so later. If you go to Google Earth or MapsOnUs and put in 2300 N. Temple Ave., Starke, FL 32091, that will take you to the site. It is at the intersection of N. Temple (US 301) and E. Market Rd., between N. Temple and the railroad tracks. If you look on Google Earth, you will see a large building with a paved parking lot on the south side and a grass area on the north side. Those are the two flying areas. Hope this helps for now.

Bill Hodges

Bob Disharoon · « **Reply #9 on:** August 08, 2007, 11:45:38 AM »

Approx. how far from Ft. Myers?..just a ballpark guess..thanx, Bob

Bill Hodges · « **Reply #10 on:** August 08, 2007, 01:07:29 PM »

Bob:

I would guess about five hours from Ft. Meyers. Starke is about 30 miles southwest of Jacksonville right on US 301. Your drive should be I75 for the majority of the trip.

Bill Hodges

Curt Contrata · « **Reply #11 on:** August 08, 2007, 09:15:27 PM »

Bill,
What would it take to begin a discussion regarding how the winner of the perpetual trophy is chosen?

Curt

Bill Hodges · « **Reply #12 on:** August 09, 2007, 01:51:20 AM »

Curt:

We are always open to suggestions on how to improve the event. Just let me or Tommy know what you have in mind and it will be discussed at our next meeting. Give us some good ideas to consider.

Bill

Keith Spriggs · « **Reply #13 on:** August 09, 2007, 05:15:48 AM »

I am glad that it is going to be held. I have never been to it nor will I likely ever be, however it would be sad to see such a well known and long running control line event pass in to history.

Thanks to you ,and in fact to all of you who help keep control line alive. Not the least of which is our very own Sparky.

Phil Coopy · « **Reply #14 on:** August 09, 2007, 06:52:03 AM »

Great News...last years KOI was the first CL contest I'e entered since the '60s and I enjoyed it immensely.. looking forward to it again....and not too far from Lake Wales, FL. Great decision guys!

Phil

Bob Disharoon · « **Reply #15 on:** August 09, 2007, 07:31:29 AM »

Quote from: Bill Hodges on August 08, 2007, 01:07:29 PM

Bob:

I would guess about five hours from Ft. Meyers. Starke is about 30 miles southwest of Jacksonville right on US 301. Your drive should be I75 for the majority of the trip.

Bill Hodges

Thanks, Bill....count me in Jan. is the perfect month for me.

Chuck Feldman · « **Reply #16 on:** August 09, 2007, 08:24:37 AM »

Great News,

Stay in touch.

Chuck Feldman of Stuart,Fl.

Scott Jenkins · « **Reply #17 on:** August 10, 2007, 03:33:16 PM »

So, what events are going to be run. Is this going to be strictly another hohum stunt contest (sorry about that I am a racer type but enjoy the community of StuntHanger) or is there going to be racing events and combat too. Granted our numbers here in florida are small but we do like to compete.

Scott
AMA 43122

Bill Hodges · « **Reply #18 on:** August 11, 2007, 06:27:54 AM »

Scott:

Saturday will be OTS, Classic, Profile and Basic. Sunday will be Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert and the flyoff for the perpetual trophy.

Sorry, no racing or combat.

Bill

Garf · « **Reply #19 on:** August 11, 2007, 07:46:57 PM »

The map according to Mapquest.

http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&countryid=&country=&address=2300+N.+Temple+Ave.&city=Starke&state=FL&zipcode=32091

Use zoom bar to get a usable map.

Bob Disharoon · « **Reply #20 on:** August 18, 2007, 04:15:35 PM »

What sort of turnout can be expected considering previous KOI's ?.....thanx, Bob

Bill Little · « **Reply #21 on:** August 19, 2007, 06:58:47 AM »

Last time I was down in January (3 years ago??), there was quite a large turnout, including a lot of guys from up North! PA, NJ, NY, etc........ Very well attended.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #22 on:** August 19, 2007, 08:25:07 AM »

The "King Orange Internationals" use to be one of the highlights printed/written up in the magazines back when I was just getting back into competition. As a young man working and trying to find a decent job I had always dreamed of going to the KOI. If I remember right it was always over the New Years Day weekend. At that time 1400+ miles was an unthinkable drive for me at that time. Would love to be able to say I attended one, but, we will see. Have fun, DOC Holliday

Bill Little · « **Reply #23 on:** August 19, 2007, 08:31:28 AM »

HI Doc,

Like I said, it has been a couple years since I could last attend, myself. But, it hasd a certain "old time NATS" feel in that the site was huge, practice flights were NOT a roblem, and the people (both competitors and those running the event) were GREAT!