1. American Yankee Association
2019 Convention
Sept 29th – Oct 4th
KFHB
Fernandina Beach, FL

2. Welcome to Amelia Island, Florida
The Island of Eight Flags
* The part of Florida closest to Milford-on-Sea

3. Planning Team Matthew & Melissa Drahzal Ron & Cyndi Mowery
Fernandina Beach, FL KFHB
Ron & Cyndi Mowery
Gilbert, SC SC45
Guy & Heidi Warner
Clearwater Beach, FL KCLW
Not a team member

4. KFHB = Fernandina Beach, FL
DISTANCES TO FERNANDINA BEACH, FL
KFHB = Fernandina Beach, FL
Boston nm
Washington, DC nm
Bournemouth ,626nm
Atlanta nm
Chicago nm
Kansas City nm
Dallas nm
Feldatal ,029nm
Seattle ,123nm
Phoenix ,558nm
Salt Lake City ,597nm
San Francisco ,059nm

5. AIRPORT INFO: KFHB Uncontrolled Jacksonville Sectional
2 LPV instrument approaches
Elevation = 15ft
FBO = Bent Wing Aviation
Ramp for activities w/ obs deck
Preferred fuel prices
CTAF is and ASOS is
Controlling FSS is Jacksonville at
AIRPORT INFO: KFHB

6. Yes, the FBO looks like an F4U Corsair
The Building will act as base of operations with meeting rooms and observation deck!

7. WEATHER
Weather at the end of September should be pleasant with temps in the high 70s and lows in the mid 60s
We have worked with ECMWF, NOAA, and NWS so there will be no precipitation in the forecast

8. TRANSPORTATION Rental Cars are provided by Hertz
Pickup location is FBO
Two 15 passenger vans will run continuously between the airport and the hotel ( 4 miles / 10 minute trip)
49 CC Scooters can be made available for those who wish to rent
- No Motorcycle license required!

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island – Historic Harbor Front is the host hotel located in downtown Fernandina Beach.
Walking distance to marina, shopping, restaurants
Distance to airport: 4 miles / 10 minutes
Full hot breakfast is included. Rates to be $125 (Double) - $145 (Suite)
Amenities include: wifi, refrigerator, microwave, business center, fitness center and outdoor pool, meeting room
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Ritz Carlton is nearby in case there is a luxury emergency

10. Tentative Schedule Monday, September 30th - Airport Observation Deck
First Timers Meeting & Welcome Reception
Tuesday, October 1st
Flying and airport activities
Twilight River Cruise
Tentative Schedule

11. Tentative Schedule Wednesday, October 2nd
Trolley tour of historic district and lighthouse
Membership meeting, Ice Cream Social, Scholarship Auction
Mid Day Optional: Fly out to aviation museum, Beach, Shopping, Ft Clinch
Tentative Schedule

12. Tentative Schedule Thursday, October 3rd Education and Seminars at FBO
Optional: Shrimping Eco Tour
Banquet at Fernandina Beach Golf Club
Friday, October 4th
Departure – unless you want to stay a while 
Tentative Schedule

13. Mark your Calendar September 29 – October 4 2019