Changes for TX & OK Feb. Fly-in
Posted: Tue Jan 30, 2024 8:40 pm
Please note: The date has changed and contingency plans have changed.
Hello TIC170A members.
CHANGE: 10 Feb Joint Oklahoma/Texas TIC170A Fly-In Lunch
We’re now close enough to the 3 Feb date that the various weather-guessing web sites are consistently predicting a significant amount of rain. The long-range WX web sites are predicting a much better picture for 10 Feb. We don’t like to change dates so close to an event, but it really appears that if we left it alone, we probably would not be able to fly in; to Smokin’ Joe’s or Ardmore (ADM). So, lets shoot for 10 Feb. Also, so we can better plan our ground transport contingency, please eMail, text or call Ken Peck with your intent to attend. Please note the revised contingency plan as described below.
OK/TX Feb 10 Smokin’ Joe Rib Ranch, Davis, OK
This will be a joint Texas/Oklahoma fly-in to a new and unique destination. Smokin' Joe's Rib Ranch, 3165 Jollyville Rd, Davis, OK 73030, (580) 369-2818, is just a short distance east of I35 and south of Davis, Oklahoma.
They serve fantastic barbecue (ribs their specialty), have an RV park out back, and behind that is their uncharted grass airstrip. A document depicting the airstrip is available here: https://app.box.com/s/46hkjbbro2pfosbnjaqw1sfykuzgxuc5. Let's plan to park by 11:00 a.m. to walk in together. We welcome our Texas and Oklahoma members, their guests, and anyone from other states who wish to join us.
If you have questions, by eMail, text or voice, please contact Ken Peck at (512) 468-7790 or c170ken@gmail.com or Jim Yates at (405) 812-8982 or jyates2@cox.net.
Revised Contingency Plan: Should it rain causing the runway at Smokin' Joe's to be too soft to use without damaging it, we thought it would be useful to have a contingency plan. We've simplified the plan - if we can't or don't wish to land at Smokin' Joe's sod air strip, lets gather at Ardmore Muni (ADM). They are fairly close, and of course have a paved runway (tower controlled). Here is a link to a page with which we will announce the condition of the runway and trigger the contingency plan should that become necessary: https://app.box.com/s/pbhv7ewkla43nnzv583fd75rj490snxg We'll arrange transportation from ADM to & from Smokin' Joe's. PLEASE NOTE: If landing at ADM, please arrive early enough to be tied down and ready to leave for Smokin' Joe's by 1020.
Although we've simplified the contingency plan, it would greatly help us if you could contact Ken or Jim as listed above. They need to know if you are planning on joining us, how many will be in your party, if you will be landing at Smokin' Joe's (if the runway is serviceable) and/or if you will be landing at ADM. Be sure to include a cell number where you can be reached after landing.
Thanks to all for your patience and flexibility. We hope the weather cooperates, and everyone can have a very enjoyable experience.
Hello TIC170A members.
CHANGE: 10 Feb Joint Oklahoma/Texas TIC170A Fly-In Lunch
We’re now close enough to the 3 Feb date that the various weather-guessing web sites are consistently predicting a significant amount of rain. The long-range WX web sites are predicting a much better picture for 10 Feb. We don’t like to change dates so close to an event, but it really appears that if we left it alone, we probably would not be able to fly in; to Smokin’ Joe’s or Ardmore (ADM). So, lets shoot for 10 Feb. Also, so we can better plan our ground transport contingency, please eMail, text or call Ken Peck with your intent to attend. Please note the revised contingency plan as described below.
OK/TX Feb 10 Smokin’ Joe Rib Ranch, Davis, OK
This will be a joint Texas/Oklahoma fly-in to a new and unique destination. Smokin' Joe's Rib Ranch, 3165 Jollyville Rd, Davis, OK 73030, (580) 369-2818, is just a short distance east of I35 and south of Davis, Oklahoma.
They serve fantastic barbecue (ribs their specialty), have an RV park out back, and behind that is their uncharted grass airstrip. A document depicting the airstrip is available here: https://app.box.com/s/46hkjbbro2pfosbnjaqw1sfykuzgxuc5. Let's plan to park by 11:00 a.m. to walk in together. We welcome our Texas and Oklahoma members, their guests, and anyone from other states who wish to join us.
If you have questions, by eMail, text or voice, please contact Ken Peck at (512) 468-7790 or c170ken@gmail.com or Jim Yates at (405) 812-8982 or jyates2@cox.net.
Revised Contingency Plan: Should it rain causing the runway at Smokin' Joe's to be too soft to use without damaging it, we thought it would be useful to have a contingency plan. We've simplified the plan - if we can't or don't wish to land at Smokin' Joe's sod air strip, lets gather at Ardmore Muni (ADM). They are fairly close, and of course have a paved runway (tower controlled). Here is a link to a page with which we will announce the condition of the runway and trigger the contingency plan should that become necessary: https://app.box.com/s/pbhv7ewkla43nnzv583fd75rj490snxg We'll arrange transportation from ADM to & from Smokin' Joe's. PLEASE NOTE: If landing at ADM, please arrive early enough to be tied down and ready to leave for Smokin' Joe's by 1020.
Although we've simplified the contingency plan, it would greatly help us if you could contact Ken or Jim as listed above. They need to know if you are planning on joining us, how many will be in your party, if you will be landing at Smokin' Joe's (if the runway is serviceable) and/or if you will be landing at ADM. Be sure to include a cell number where you can be reached after landing.
Thanks to all for your patience and flexibility. We hope the weather cooperates, and everyone can have a very enjoyable experience.