KR Enthusiasts; I am planning to make a pitch at the 2016 KR Gathering to host the 2017 event at Lee's Summit Airport in Missouri. I understand a vote will be required and the location needs to be approved. I also wanted to ensure the KR Net folks have an opportunity to review this as well regardless of if they can attend this year's Gathering.
I have put together a Power Point Presentation which can be downloaded with the following Link (includes photos); http://www.robert7721.com/files/KRGathering2017.pdf Summary is as follows; Proposal for KR Gathering 2017 Lee's Summit Airport (LXT), Missouri Event Organizer - Rob Schmitt (KR2S - N1852Z) Dates: September 21-24, 2017 This event has been presented to both the Airport Manager (John Ohrazda), and the host EAA Chapter 91. Both organizations a very supportive and willing to host. EAA Chapter 91 will support with their facilities for main gathering space. Airport will support with equipment, contracts as required, potentially Open T hangers for aircraft if needed, and a fuel discount. Airport Description Two Runways over 4,000 ft No control Tower In Mode C Veil of Kansas City but direct entry and exit does not require a Transponder. Airport Construction likely to be completed on Runway 18/36 to extend it to 6,000 ft in Aug 2017 EAA Chapter 91 Facilities Main Hanger with Chapter Presentation Room Overhead Projector Kitchen, Refrigerators Grilling equipment Tools and equipment for aircraft repair if need Restrooms, but no showers EAA Chapter 91 has conducted several major events in the past to include the EAA Tri-motor and B-17 tours. The Chapter conducts monthly Young Eagles events in conjunction with a Pancake Breakfast during the Summer months. Other Considerations Nearest RV Campground with hookups - Lake Jacomo approx. 3 Miles away Hotel - Hampton Inn already on board to support for Group Lodging Lee's Summit/Kansas City Area, Sports, Museums, Shopping, Entertainment, etc. Potential fly-outs to surrounding Airports and places of interest. Let me know if you have any questions. My direct email is robert7721 at aol.com Thanks, Rob Schmitt KR2S N1852Z www.robert7721.com Kansas City, MO
