John Wheeler

What is your occupation?
Electrician – hydroelectric consultant

What is your home airport? 
CZGF Grand Forks

What year did you start flying?
2010

Where did you learn to fly?
Grand Forks

Why did you start flying?
I have wanted to be a pilot since my earliest memories. Finally got the money and opportunity in middle age!

What airplane did you learn to fly in?
Cessna 150K

What airplane do you fly now?
Cessna Cardinal 177B

What is your favorite kind of flying or place to fly to?
Going somewhere new, usually in the mountains.

What is your favorite feature on the BCGA website?
Places to Fly

In a few words describe what the BCGA is to you:
A great way to strengthen general aviation in BC

What other aviation organizations / clubs are you affiliated with?
COPA, Grand Forks Flying Association, Alberta GA Facebook group, BCGA Facebook group

Other interests:
Clean energy systems, sustainable housing, vintage machines
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Anything else you would like to share with your fellow members:
Most of my flying is from Grand Forks to various places ranging from the central BC coast to Alberta. I fly often to Anahim Lake and out to several small hydro plants serving communities on the west coast. I also work on several plants in the Robson Valley near McBride and Valemount.