Originally Posted by
Funflyin
I would like to make a few points about what I've been reading in this forum.......
Hello to fellow Y.E pilots and volunteers. I don’t usually frequent the aviation forum sites, but figured this issue might highlight some interesting points of view, so I checked in.
I too am concerned about SSN/personal info issues, and as many of you have already pointed out, it is a risk you take when absolutely necessary. The rest of the requirements can be improved and made more reasonable.
So to me, it was a risk worth taking to ensure I can continue to support YE. The joy that this gift brings to the kids, and the reaction after the flight is our personal reward, as you all have experienced. Introducing the next generation(s) to the freedom of flight is something I am very passionate about. It’s my chance to give back. The best way to do this, is in an organized, well publicized event like EAA Y.E.
As for the poll with very few participants, I have my doubts as to the validity of results, since most of us are busy with our daily life, make our go/no-go decisions and move on (the silent majority, maybe). I think the number of volunteers participating in the training and background checks far exceeds what is represented on this poll. Just a thought and nothing to back it up with. Except for our event organizer and few others volunteers have already done both the training and background check.
EAA will have to make some changes to the requirements as part of the learning curve by listening to the constructive comments from all the members. I am sure it is anticipated, but it could've done better.
So don’t get rid of that seat booster cushion just yet.
In closing I'd liketo say that I'm very grateful Paul did not have the "This won't work, Can't and won't do it, it's going to die" attitude as many of you have. If that were the case, we would not be here having this discussion nor would we have many of the privileges that we enjoy in GA today.
Safe flying everyone.
-Chuck