FLORIDAPreparing <strong>for</strong> DisasterRelief in FloridaAdam Lacek at the Florida AWA Office.Adam Lacek, the 23 year oldson (and only child) of Lorettaand Paul, was born in Orlando,Florida. He was raised primarilyas a Lutheran and hopping aroundfrom church to church searching <strong>for</strong>something better.Then, in 1999 when he was 12, heand his parents found themselvesattending a prophecy seminar at a localSeventh-day Adventist Church. At theconclusion of the seminar, the three ofthem were baptized.As a new Seventh-day Adventist, hebecame involved with Pathfinders andwent on several mission trips. It madea huge impression on his life when hemet people and saw how they livedwith so little, but were so happy.His passion <strong>for</strong> planes started justa few years ago, at the age of 21. Hewas given a seaplane ride as a birthdaypresent—and became hooked. Duringthe flight he talked with the pilot,who saw the excitement and passiongrow within Adam and suggested thatAdam learn how to work on airplanes.With this advice, Adam immediatelyenrolled in the National AviationAcademy and graduated in May 2011,receiving his A&P license.Adam and his mother, Loretta havea passion <strong>for</strong> disaster relief. They havedonated their time and equipment toFEMA, helping to provide ice, waterand food to victims. It is their desireto involve AWA in disaster relief,soliciting pilots from across the nationto volunteer their time and planes inorder to provide the necessary aid tovictims. By coordinating their ef<strong>for</strong>tsthrough AWA they will be able to workwith various local relief organizationsand local conference disaster reliefprograms.The Laceks operate their AWAprograms out of an office building inClermont, Florida and need qualifiedpilots <strong>for</strong> mission flights and disasterrelief programs, as well as volunteersto help organize fundraisers.We appreciate your prayers anddonations <strong>for</strong> their projects. Pleasemark your contributions “FloridaOutreach” and send them to AdventistWorld Aviation, P.O. Box 444,Sullivan, WI 53178-0444.– Adam Lacek4 4airways | Winter 2012www.FlyAWA.org
What Makes a Plane Fly?NUTS & BOLTSMany times, the first thingthat comes to mind whenthinking about aviation isgetting off the ground, soaring into thesky and getting away from earth <strong>for</strong> awhile. But what does it take to makean airplane fly?Most small aircraft require an annualinspection; if it flies <strong>for</strong> hire it musthave a 100 hour inspection, as well.So, let’s look at the annual inspectionand what it might involve and cost.First of all, an annual inspection isthe same as a 100 hour inspection. Tobegin an annual inspection the plane’sengine is started and various systemsare checked, such as cycling thepropeller and checking the magnetosto make sure they are workingproperly. The engine is run until it getsto normal operating temperatures; thenit is shut down and brought back intothe hanger (if one is available) <strong>for</strong> thecontinuation of the inspection. Theengine cowling is removed, the oil isdrained, and a compression test is doneto check the cylinders.Aviation oil costs approximately$6.00 a quart, and a midsize engineTom Edelstein (Blue Mountain Academyinstalls a new starter relay. See story pg. 9will take 12 quarts of oil. The oil filtercosts about $20.00. This equates toabout $92.00 <strong>for</strong> one oil change, andshould be done every 50 flight hours.Everything is then removed out ofthe aircraft—seats, carpet, and floorboards. This is so that things getlooked at and properly lubricated.The same processes are applied toOne of many AWA planes that are cared <strong>for</strong> by AWA’s mechanics.the wings and the tail—looking <strong>for</strong>anything that may not be correct. Thewheel bearings are also greased.When an annual inspection (or 100hour inspection) is done on a Cessna182, <strong>for</strong> example, it can take about18 hours and can cost about $65.00per hour. This equates to $1,170.00(excluding oil and any repairs).Some typical repairs or replacementsthat might be needed could includewheel bearings ($50.00 each), brakepads ($8.00 each), or tires ($150.00each).In addition to the annual inspections,engines need to be totally overhauledabout every 1,400 to 2,000 hours flownor 12 years (whichever comes first),and can cost about $35,000. Propellersare overhauled every 1,400 to 2,400hours depending on the model and cancost anywhere from $2,000 to $10,000.So, what does it take to make anairplane fly? Tender loving care andthe necessary funding.Airplanes can be a wonderful toolto share the message of Jesus, provideemergency medical evacuation tosave the life of a precious child, ordeliver much needed medicines, foods,clothing or other supplies. But eventhe best pilots in the world will not flylong without a mechanic and the partsand supplies to make the necessaryrepairs to keep the pilot and passengerssafe.–Bob StoneYour continued prayers and supportto Adventist World Aviation is greatlyappreciated. It keeps our planes flying,the pilots and passengers safe, andGod’s message flowing throughout thevarious unentered areas of the world.Please send your donations to AWA,P.O. Box 444, Sullivan, WI 53178-0444.www.FlyAWA.org Winter 2012 | airways 5
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