really sorry to hear about this. I hope the plane wasn't damaged in any way
and maybe with a bit of luck one or more of the bad guys was injured during
the burglary. really surprised to hear that the airport manager wasn't
notified. I'd have thought that at the very least the tenant would have
made the notification. my home airport is somewhat lax in security. I
don't have hangar space but the door to the company hanger isn't locked and
just about anyone can breeze thru the office at lunchtime without being seen
or stopped. the company does have us lock the airplanes at the conclusion
of our flight though. btw... the act of breaking in made it a felony all by
itself.
'73,
rich, n9dko
Whoever said you can't keep a good man down has never owned a couch.
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There has been a hangar burglary at the Anoka County-Blaine Airport. The
hangar is located on the east side of the airport and is a typical 40 x 60
building in very good condition. There is nothing to distinguish it as a
likely target for burglars. It could have been any hangar on the airport.
The service door was the point of access by lock picking tools. Obviously,
the lock and deadbolt, both thoroughly reinforced, were no barrier. This
could happen to any of us tonight!!!
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Light-Sport Aircraft Yahoo group another theft
ANE HANGAR BURGLARY 7/31/2013
There has been a hangar burglary at the Anoka County-Blaine Airport. The hangar is located on the east side of the airport and is a typical 40 x 60 building in very good condition. There is nothing to distinguish it as a likely target for burglars. It could have been any hangar on the airport. The service door was the point of access by lock picking tools. Obviously, the lock and deadbolt, both thoroughly reinforced, were no barrier. This could happen to any of us tonight!!!
The hangar contained an airplane and a large SUV, as well as assorted power and hand tools. The SUV was parked behind the plane. The burglars gathered up all the power tools and other valuables and loaded them in the SUV. The airplane was not moved from its chocks. The burglars had to tip the airplane by lifting up one wing in order to drive the SUV out of the hangar. This would have required at least three people. The SUV and contents are gone, making this a felony.
This apparently happened last Saturday night based on wet sand and grass left on the hangar floor. It was discovered by the owner Monday morning. The Blaine police were called and investigated, including trying to find fingerprints—the crooks apparently wore gloves.
Unfortunately, the Blaine police did not immediately notify airport manager Joe Harris. He only learned about it today as a result of a phone call from a tenant. He came to the airport and talked with the owner. Mr. Harris was very concerned as this was a randomly selected target that was attacked in a very organized and experienced manner.
Obviously, each and everyone of our hangars is completely vulnerable. MAC has fences and gates, but "drive close" and they open to anyone 24 hours a day.
In my opinion, MAC should lock two of the three gates at night. The main gate should only open via the keypad at night. And real video surveillance of the main gate at night should be quickly installed.
Also, each of us should take additional precautions. A variety of security systems are now available on the market. The minimum should be motion activated lights outside and a very loud siren that goes off when the interior is breached.
Vivian Starr
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There has been a hangar burglary at the Anoka County-Blaine Airport. The hangar is located on the east side of the airport and is a typical 40 x 60 building in very good condition. There is nothing to distinguish it as a likely target for burglars. It could have been any hangar on the airport. The service door was the point of access by lock picking tools. Obviously, the lock and deadbolt, both thoroughly reinforced, were no barrier. This could happen to any of us tonight!!!
The hangar contained an airplane and a large SUV, as well as assorted power and hand tools. The SUV was parked behind the plane. The burglars gathered up all the power tools and other valuables and loaded them in the SUV. The airplane was not moved from its chocks. The burglars had to tip the airplane by lifting up one wing in order to drive the SUV out of the hangar. This would have required at least three people. The SUV and contents are gone, making this a felony.
This apparently happened last Saturday night based on wet sand and grass left on the hangar floor. It was discovered by the owner Monday morning. The Blaine police were called and investigated, including trying to find fingerprints—the crooks apparently wore gloves.
Unfortunately, the Blaine police did not immediately notify airport manager Joe Harris. He only learned about it today as a result of a phone call from a tenant. He came to the airport and talked with the owner. Mr. Harris was very concerned as this was a randomly selected target that was attacked in a very organized and experienced manner.
Obviously, each and everyone of our hangars is completely vulnerable. MAC has fences and gates, but "drive close" and they open to anyone 24 hours a day.
In my opinion, MAC should lock two of the three gates at night. The main gate should only open via the keypad at night. And real video surveillance of the main gate at night should be quickly installed.
Also, each of us should take additional precautions. A variety of security systems are now available on the market. The minimum should be motion activated lights outside and a very loud siren that goes off when the interior is breached.
Vivian Starr
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Re: Light-Sport Aircraft Yahoo group Re: A starting point - update
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Hi-Since the subject is about flight instruction, I have a question. I live West of Gainesville Fl. near Chiefland, and am looking for someone to give me occasional flight instruction that would not be too long a drive from my home. Any time in a aircraft that I can put in my log book would be fine. If I can do this without breaking the bank, then maybe I can take the written and check ride.
Thanks,.
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Light-Sport Aircraft Yahoo group Re: A starting point - update
Hi-Since the subject is about flight instruction, I have a question. I live West of Gainesville Fl. near Chiefland, and am looking for someone to give me occasional flight instruction that would not be too long a drive from my home. Any time in a aircraft that I can put in my log book would be fine. If I can do this without breaking the bank, then maybe I can take the written and check ride.
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