MVTV Getting All New Production Equipment

That's right, all new HDTV cameras, studio and post production equipment. We'll also have access to more editing time, so I pray to get at least ONE of the 6 interviews I have on tape, in the can. We'll see. My goal is to have the first interview on-air early March.

Early spring preparations at Katama Air Field

Spent some really chilly time with Mike Creato, Manager of Katama Air Field yesterday. He spoke of the early days, his grandfathers management of the place in the 40's, the type of aircraft to land, what life was like when he was a kid and why he's stayed tied to the mast all these years. It was interesting to watch him "dust off the cob webs" of the tools and supplies, this being the first action of the pending 2011 season. You couldn't tell by the steam coming out our breath, but it was warm enough to change the oil on Waco 1, (The "Red Barron") one of the two that call 1B2 home.

Aviators Who Have Been Interviewed To Date

Aviators That Have Been Interviewed To Date:

John Aldeborgh

Bob Stone

Joe Costa

Denys Wortman

Don Ogilvie

Why I use the term "Aviators" and not "Pilots"

I use the term "Aviators" because technically some of them, who have been flying for decades, don't need a pilots license to fly! Bob Stone is a perfect example: a real life rocket scientist, he's been flying gliders all his adult life, including a couple power-gliders which taxi and take off, can cruise, then upon landing with the engine off, taxi back, all on it's own power.

Welcome to Aviation Island MV

It's my hope to find like-minded people who want to see general aviation thrive, keep the existing small airports still have, and encourage the development new airports. Anyone who is involved in airport activity is encouraged to participate by introducing us to the stories that make your life in aviation relevant. Tell us of your beginnings, the aircraft you love, the air parks you call home.

A documentary is in process highlighting the lives of pilots that frequent Martha's Vineyard and New England. The idea is to spread the word that it's important to get involved in local government, for us to communicate with each other about our challenges and successes, and to increase awareness and involvement.

Please feel free to set up subjects, alert us of developments, provide links and ask questions. There are wonderful developments that may help turn the tide of our shrinking GA world, let's not keep them to ourselves.