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CLICK HERE to read Karoline's story on the AOPA Web Site

AOPA 2008 WInnerKaroline Amodeo and AOPA President Craig Fuller (left)

By Lisa Litts

On August 22, 2002, Karoline Amodeo obtained a Private Pilot Certification from Richmor Aviation in Poughkeepsie. Heading off to Daniel Webster College she would later earn a Degree in Air Traffic Management. By March of 2009 (training begins in May 09) she would land her first job as an air traffic controller out of New York Centre.

It just keeps getting better, on February 28, 2009 Richmor Aviation in Poughkeepsie assisted AOPA in delivering the 2008 AOPA Sweepstakes Airplane to one of our own--Yes, that's right, Karoline is the winner.

AOPA 2008 Winner
Richmor Aviation in POU is recognized by AOPA for their help in the delivery of the Prize.

The day started at roughly 6:00 a.m. with two employees, 3 AOPA representatives a few camera men, a huge satellite truck and the newly restored 1976 Piper Archer II.

By mid morning, Karoline would stand in front of hundreds of participants at the "Women in Aviation" conference in Atlanta, Georgia along side of Craig Fuller (President of AOPA) where she was scheduled to announce the winner of the 2008 AOPA Sweepstakes giveaway airplane (little did she know she would announce herself as the winner). As she read the card that said Karoline Amodeo she would quickly dismiss it handing the card off to Mr. Fuller then thinking, "Wait a minute, I'm Karoline."


Karoline Amodeo wins the Archer... and our hearts.

Back in Poughkeepsie Brigitte (Mom) and Richard (Dad) Amodeo would slowly move toward the camera in total disbelief that this was actually happening. Richard stared as if he wasn't sure if what he just heard was true while Brigitte continuously sighed repeating oh, oh goodness.

It was then Karoline realized her parents where watching her via satellite from Richmor's Jet Center in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Craig Fuller (AOPA President) brought it to reality, Karoline you are the winner of this beautiful airplane and asked would you like to go and see it. Her reply "Ah... Yeah."

Boarding the AOPA Citation Jet Karoline would soon land (approx. 2:00 p.m.) in Poughkeepsie where she would be greeted by her family and friends and become acquainted with her new baby.

POU Arrival
AOPA Citation Jet arriving in Richmor Aviation in POU

Shaking of hands with lots of kisses and hugs while all the time setting her sites on her new love.

AOPA 2008
Deplaning in POU, Karoline with Craig Fuller

After making a quick speech, she took to the sky with AOPA representative Ian Trombly to fly her new airplane, her face still in disbelief with a smile that was as permanent as the airplane she just took receipt of, it was finally real.

AOPA 2008 Winner
Karoline with AOPA's Ian Twombly

By late afternoon, all hands were on deck at Richmor Aviation. Representatives would be summoned to the hangar by representatives of AOPA, where Lisa Litts would be presented (on behalf of Richmor Aviation) a certificate of appreciation and the 2008 Sweepstakes banner signed by both Mr. Fuller and Karoline.

By 7:00 p.m. the day was slowly winding down and with all paperwork complete it was official the airplane had a new owner.

On February 28th (as soon as she returned home) Karoline had formed an LLC called, "Get Glass" Aviation, LLC. How perfect?

On Friday March 13th 2008 this beautiful Piper Archer II was placed for rental (only) with Kitty Hawk's fleet of rental airplanes and on March 16th, she took her first Instrument lesson.

Welcome home Karoline, we've missed you!

A word from the manager:

A special thanks to the four employees (Jason Asendorf, Marcus Johnson, Christopher Lewis and Erica Litts) of Richmor Aviation that made this day a success. Without your ability to guide yourselves and your constant aggression it wouldn't have been possible. As an FYI, AOPA reps claim they have been putting off this event for years and this was by far the most organized, not to mention largest giveaway event ever. Thank You for being part of a great team, my team.

For AOPA's, Ian Trombly, Chris Rose (photographer) Chris Dancy (PR and Camera Crew Coordinator) we couldn't have asked for better people to work with, it was a pleasure to have you. We had the best time assisting with this event and if ever the opportunity knocks a second time we would jump at the chance to work with all of you again.

For Craig Fuller, it was a pleasure to meet you, our certificate of appreciation will be displayed for all to see (we are so proud) and lastly we welcome a visit from you anytime.


You can now rent the Piper Archer N208GG through KittyHawk LLC.


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(Good for all Kitty Hawk LLC or Richmor Flight School customers. Good at Schenectady, Poughkeepsie & Hudson locations. All gift certificates expire after 1 year from issue date. If appointment for flight is missed without 24 hours of prior notice, gift certificate will be forfeited.)


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90-Day Currency Check

As of April 25, 2007, a new software change has been added to our scheduling program. If you have not had a currency check in the last 3 months with an instructor you will not be allowed to schedule a flight. If this is the case call the Richmor location where you want to fly and someone will schedule you for the currency check.

Give Rit a call at 518-399-8171 if you have any questions or concerns.


Rental Policy for Kitty Hawk Fleet

Effective November 1, 2006, if an aircraft is scheduled for three hours or more in the course of day, cancellation will require 24 hour notice, failure to do so will result in a $25.00 cancellation fee. Exceptions for weather will be dealt with on a case by case basis. We regret the implementation of this new policy however, last minute cancellations prevent other renters from renting the aircraft.

Give Rit a call at 518-399-8171 if you have any questions or concerns.


Available to rent at POU: Piper Archer II

Kitty Hawk LLC has added N208GG to it's fleet of rentable aircraft in Poughkeepsie. You can rent the newly restored N208GG at $129/hr plus fuel surcharge. More pics to view from here. You can view pics of the restoration process here. Read how N208GG, an AOPA Sweepstakes Airplane, found it's way to POU and the Kitty Hawk LLC group.

The Archer features an Aspen Avionics EFD1000 primary flight display, giving those who are considering purchasing the new PFD a perfect opportunity to try it before buying it or having it installed. The EFD1000 is coupled to two Garmin GNS430Ws and an S-Tec Fifty Five X autopilot with altitude preselect. Renters also will get better situational awareness with the Avidyne EX500 multifunction display with datalink weather, charts, and an L-3 Communications Avionics Systems WX500 stormscope.


N208GG
 
Interior view

Available to rent at SCH: Cessna 172

Kitty Hawk LLC has N38PD in it's fleet of rentable aircraft. You can rent the GPS-equipped N38PD at $93/hr plus fuel surcharge.


N38PD
 
Interior view

Available to rent at SCH: Cessna 172HP

Kitty Hawk LLC has N1340F in it's fleet of rentable aircraft. You can rent N1340F at $93/hr.


N1340F
 
Interior view



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