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SPRING 2013AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERAerospace Retirees’ ClubPAGE 1NewsletterVOL. XXII NUMBER 1SPRING 2013In This Issue!President’s ColumnDave EvansARC Board NotesPresident’s ColumnFrom the EditorBoard News1232012 Holiday LuncheonReportPhotos452013 Spring LuncheonAnnouncementReservation FormMap & Directions67backMember ArticlesAerospace Wives SecretTrip to Lhasa, TibetA Good Year For Astronomy, Part IIOur Unknown Roots11121315Orbiter ReprintsCEO’s ReportWGS Last RideAerospace Laser Beacons81014News from CorporateChange to Retiree Casual ProgramAFCU-Protect your Assets911FeatureIn Memoriam—Jack Schiewe17In Every IssueARC Board of DirectorsHow to Contact UsWebsites of InterestMembership Application FormRecent RetireesIn MemoriamNewsletter Deadline222161718backWelcome to anotheredition of the Aerospace Retirees’ Club Newsletter! I waspleased to meet so many of youat our Holiday Luncheon in December 2012. Many thanks,also, for your email comments; please keep themcoming. I’ve especiallyenjoyed working withother members of ourARC Board. We are indeed fortunate to havesuch committed and eager volunteers who givetheir time to help makethe club a success.We continue to make improvements to our website,aeroretirees.org. It’s loadedwith information of value to retirees, and it provides a link tothe corporation’s retirees’ portal, retirees.aerospace.org,which has the latest news aboutretiree benefits. Please checkit out and let us know what youthink.We are also in the beginningstages of establishing a“chapter” of the ARC in theWashington DC region. Wecurrently have approximately 35retired Aerospace members wholive in Virginia, Maryland, andthe District of Columbia, and thisgroup appears large enough tohave its own activities, such asluncheon meetings as we have inSouthern California. The initialresponse from our Washingtonregion members has been enthusiastic, and several retirees there have volunteered to help with the arrangements. Stay tunedfor more news on thisevent.Our next luncheon inCalifornia will be held atPorts of Call Restaurant inSan Pedro on June 4. Afterlunch, we’re planning an optionaltour of the USS Iowa, one of thefamous remaining World War IIbattleships and the newest addition to the Los Angeles-LongBeach Harbor. Look for moredetails and registration forms inside the newsletter.Please remember that this isyour club. Your active involvement will make the club morevaluable for all our members.We need your suggestions andyour feedback on what you likeand what can be improved. Ihope to hear from you! Retirement Plans BriefingAt the time of printing no information was available regardingthe 2013 briefings.Please check the retirees website athttp://retirees.aersopace.org for possible update
PAGE 2AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERAerospace Retirees’ ClubBoard of DirectorsFY 2013-2014From the EditorLinda Stephenson2-yr Term EndsExecutive CommitteePresident:Dave Evans9/14Vice President:Pat Downing9/14Secretary:Leila Jennings9/13Treasurer:John Stevens9/14Officers At Large:Membership:John Murdock9/13Newsletter:Linda Stephenson9/14Programs:Tina PoolAppointed:9/13Pat BohlkeDick FarrarYvonne Shanta9/139/139/13Sharon Waterous9/14Ex Officio:Linda DrakeShirley McCartyJoe MeltzerBill DeaconIf you wish tocontact us: Send an e-mail to:retireesclub.mailbox@aero.org Use the Club’s address:Aerospace Retirees’ Club(- Name of Board Member -)P.O. Box 2194El Segundo, CA 90245 Call the ARC voicemail:310-336-5454, Box 12582Welcome to the Spring editionof the Aerospace Retirees’ CubNewsletter. This is the secondnewsletter that I have had thehonor of putting togetherAs usual we have informationand the reservation form for theSpring luncheon. In addition, asDave mentioned in his article,we have arranged for an ARCtour of the USS Iowa, a retiredbattleship, right after the luncheon. You can reserve your spotin the tour at the same time youmake your reservations for theluncheon. The USS Iowa is located about a mile from theluncheon venue at the PortsO’Call Restaurant.This month the newsletter includes another retiree’s experiences with researching his families’ roots. There is a fascinating account by Bob Gorman relating his experiences meetingthe Dalai Lama in Tibet in 1949.In addition, I have included myown experiences traveling toview the solar eclipse in November of last year. Finally Ihave included Wanda Austin’squarterly report to the corporation, reprinted from the MarchOrbiter.I hope you enjoy this edition. NOTICEThe expressions of opinion in theAerospace Retirees’ Club Newsletterare the opinions of the writers andnot necessarily those of theAerospace Retirees’ Club or TheAerospace Corporation. SPRING 2013Websites of InterestWebsites you may frequentare shown below. We will try tokeep you apprised of changes.Here is a current summary. Aerospace Corporation web-site is aerospace.org Aerospace Retirees Portal isretirees. aersospace.org. TheOrbiter is posted eachmonth on the Aerospace RetireesPortal; click on “News andEvents.” You can also receiveit by email. Send your requestviaemailto:monthlyorbiter@aero.org. TheARCW e b si t ewww.aeroretirees.org Aerospace Corporationaerospace.orgAerospace Retirees Portalretirees.aerospace.orgCrosslink aerospace.org/publications/crosslinkmagazine/Is Your MembershipCurrent?Check the address labelon this issue of the Newsletter or your e-mail tomake sure you are goingto receive future issues!If you need to renew ormake changes to theinformation we have onyou, please see the membership form on page 16.Remember, you mayrenewformultipleyears—or for life! is
SPRING 2013AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERPAGE 3—- ARC Board News-—ARC Board at Holiday LuncheonBack Row: Pat Bohlke, Dave Evans; John Stevens, Sharon Waterous, Dick Farrar, Tina PoolFont row: Joe Meltzer, Bill Deacon, Pat Downing, Yvonne Shanta, Leila Jennings, John MurdockMissing: Linda Drake, Shirley McCarty, Linda StephensonMember DirectoryQuestionnaireThe 2012 ballot included twoquestions about the member directory, which was published in2009. One hundred seventy ninemembers answered the questions, and we thank you for yourresponses. In the last newsletter,we included a brief synopsis ofthe responses, but we promisedto include more information inthe Spring Newsletter.The first question asked wasif you found the directory helpful. Two thirds of you said yes,and included many commentsabout how you had used it tocontact friends. Of those whosaid no, the majority were people who were not members in2009 and therefore, did nothave a copy of the directory. Afew said they had no need for it.The second question askedif you would like to receive anupdated version. One hundredfifty three of you said yes. Sev-eral who answered no said theypreferred an electronic version,and a couple of you said it wouldbe outdated almost immediately.The ARC board is currentlyconsidering how to proceed. Asyou might imagine, publishing amember directory is very laborintensive and time consuming,not to mention costly. The boardwill be weighing these variousfactors in deciding whether topublish an updated memberdirectory.
PAGE 4AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERShare your ExperiencesARC Holiday LuncheonLinda StephensonIf you have access to the Aerospace Retirees’ Newsletter, youknow that one of the most important things we do is providea forum for the travels and otherexperiences of our fellow retirees. Bob Gorman’s article relating his experiences trying toevacuate the Dalia Lama in 1949is a great example.Also, our members have oftenhad the ability to travel widely. Iknow that I, particularly, enjoyreading about the experiencesof others as they travel aroundthe world.So, the reader can take this asa blatant attempt to encouragemore of my fellow retirees tomake the effort to record theirexperiences (including pictures)and submit them for inclusion inthe newsletter. The process isfairly simple. Submit your articleby sending an e-mail to our mailboxat retireesclub.mailbox@aero.org.You can also send hard copy to ourmailing address (see page 2 forthe address).If you submit your materialelectronically, we do have somepreferences. We use MicrosoftPublisher as the tool to put thenewsletter together. In constructing the newsletter, it ismuch easier if the material submitted is in MS Word format fortext and JPEG for pictures. If youcan’t manage that, I do have access to conversion utilities. Tryto limit your article to about 600words and 3 pictures. That fitsnicely on a page.So think about it and submitsomething!!! SPRING 2013By Tina PoolThe Holiday Luncheon washeld this year on December 3,2012, in the Crystal Ballroom atthe Hacienda Hotel in El Segundo. The Hacienda Hotel waschosen because it is close toAerospace, which made it moreconvenient for the corporatespeakers, including Dr. Austin.One hundred forty seven retirees and guests attended.As usual, there was a holidaytheme. The room had a beautifully decorated Christmas tree,the tables were decorated withwhite tablecloths, red andgreen napkins, and poinsettiaswere the centerpieces. Twobars were set up in the diningroom; both were opened andready by 11 a.m. and remainedopen throughout the luncheon.The menu choices were Chicken California, Sole Almandine,and Pasta Primavera. Includedwith the entrees were: rolls andbutter, spinach salad, coffee,hot tea, and iced tea, and redvelvet cake for dessert.Tables were set up for checkin, photo display, and The Aerospace Federal Credit Union inthe foyer. Past luncheon photoswere set up by Pat Downing.Molly Roberts and Ian Freshman represented the Credit Union and provided information,Visa gift cards for sale (minusthe service charge), and chocolate to the attendees. Bill Deacon demonstrated the new ARCwebsite in the dining room. Photos were taken by Eric Hamburgand Frank Goroszko.Dave Evans, the ARC President,acknowledged the website demoand welcomed the attendees andguests from Aerospace and theCredit Union. He also recognizedthe new retirees and the members attending for the first time.Dr. Austin went around to everytable to greet the retirees. Afterlunch, Dave introduced her andshe gave a status of the company.She talked about the successes,such as the record nine launchesthis year, and the challenges,such as the RIF last spring. JennyShannon, Aerospace assistanttreasurer, delivered good news.We will be getting a raise due toan increase in the retirementfund’s performance.JudyGonser reported that some of themedical insurance rates have increased, while others decreased.The Credit Union raffled off two 50 Visa gift cards. The centerpiece poinsettias were given tothe table occupant seated in the‘sixth’ position. Tina thanked theretirees for coming and invitedthem to the next luncheon inJune.
SPRING 2013AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERPAGE 5Photos from the Holiday LuncheonMary and Frank GerardiDr. Austin with Sally Cohen and MerlinThimlarMig MignotBarbara Hertler, Roberta ReddallElaine Goldstein, Jo and Bill DrakeHerb Schraibman, Doug TheisConnie Steffan, Carole NessGeorge Paulikas, Rita Evans, Jenny ShannonRoman Escoto, Pat Bohlke, Gene HellieSteve SoukupGene Hertler, Joe VanaMarcie Buscher
PAGE 6AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERARC SpringLuncheonTina PoolFor our June luncheon, we will bereturning to the Ports O’Call Restaurant in San Pedro, which has provento be a place that offers a great experience every time we’re there. It isvery popular with the ARC Boardbecause we find that the set upworks, the prices are better thanmost, the food and service are good,it’s convenient, and the parking isfree!The luncheon will be held onTuesday, June 4, 2013. We willbe upstairs in the Bridgeview Roomwith its tall windows which offer anexpansive view of the harbor‘s mainchannel and the Vincent ThomasBridge. An elevator is available.Like last year, there won’t bespeakers, but we will be invitingAerospace employees from HR andFinance, and Credit Union representatives who will be on hand toshare information informally.As indicated in Dave Evans’column, the ARC Board has arranged for self guided tours ofthe USS Iowa. The ship is locatedabout a mile from the Ports O’Call.Even though the ship is visiblefrom the restaurant, we stronglysuggest that members, who takeadvantage of the tour, drive from therestaurant, because there are nogood sidewalks between the locations. In addition, the USS Iowa isSPRING 2013not ADA accessible and the use ofwalkers is not permitted. We havealso been informed that high heelsand open-toed shoes are not allowedon the ship, so appropriate footwearis recommended. Finally, there areno restrooms, but there is access toport-a-potties. However, this shouldstill be a fascinating experience forthose who sign up.We are expecting a bigger response than in the past because of theUSS Iowa tour following lunch (seearticle), so please make your reservations as soon as possible, becausespace is limited. The deadline for reservations is May 25, 2013.The reservation form is on page 7. Amap with directions can be found onthe back page of this newsletter.
SPRING 2013AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERPAGE 7The Aerospace Retirees’ ClubInvites you and your guest to join us for our Spring LuncheonTuesday, June 4, 2013Port’s O’Call RestaurantBerth 76, Port of Los AngelesSan Pedro, Ca 90731(See map and directions on back page)Bridgeview Room(Second floor; elevator available)No-host bar opens at 11 a.m.Lunch will be served at 12 noonPrice is 30 per personPlease respond by May 25, 2013, using the form below.For last minute changes in luncheon plans, or questions, please phone:Tina Pool 310-673-7504 or Pat Bohlke 310-674-1882For questions with regard to the USS Iowa tour, call Bill Deacon 310-316-1623A refund will be made only with 72-hour cancellation notice.Refunds after that time will be subject to approval by the --------Please cut on --------------Reservations for Spring Luncheon, June 4, 2013Please return this form by May 25, 2013 along with a check for 30 per person made payable to the "AerospaceRetirees' Club" to ensure your reservation(s). Indicate menu choice(s) and name(s).Your telephone number please ()EmailMember Name (as you want it to appear on the name badge)Chicken Chardonnay (Baked Breast, Chardonnay Cream Sauce)Mediterranean Grilled VegetablesBaked King Salmon (Lemon-Butter, Fresh Parsley )Guest Name (as you want it to appear on the name badge)Chicken Chardonnay (Baked Breast, Chardonnay Cream Sauce)Mediterranean Grilled VegetablesBaked King Salmon (Lemon-Butter, Fresh Parsley)USS Iowa Tour Reservation 13 per person, include additional cost with your luncheon reservationNumber of PersonsPlease cut from page and return to the following address.Aerospace Retirees’ ClubLuncheon ReservationsP. O. Box 2194El Segundo, CA 90245checked, future mailings will continue according to previous preferences
PAGE 8CEO’s Report AddressesSequestrationIn her secondCEO’s Reportto Employeesof the fiscalyear,Dr.Wanda Austinreassuredemployees that the company iswell-prepared to managethrough sequestration.Speaking from the Campbellauditorium in Chantilly, Austinreturned time and again to thesubject of sequestration — theacross-the-board federal budgetcuts that went into effect onMarch 1 — during her 40-minuteaddress. Her message was consistent — “We’re not sure yetwhat effect sequestration mighthave on specific programs. However, we are in a strong positiondue to our advance planning.”Specifically, Austin said thereare no plans at this time for another companywide reduction inforce. She also addressed therecent merit increase, statingthat all merit increases havebeen issued except for nonsupervisory members of thetechnical staff (MTS). She reported that negotiations with the Aerospace Professional Staff Association (APSA) are complete andthat non-supervisory MTS increases will be effective March16.“Our focus now is to redoubleAEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERour efforts to provide the verybest support we can to our customers, as they deal with theirown sequestration issues,” shesaid.Austin announced two newboard of trustee members, whotook office on March 7. Dr. Bonnie Dunbar is the M.D. Anderson Professor of Mechanicaland Biomedical Engineering atthe University of Houston. She isalso a former NASA astronaut,and a veteran of five spaceshuttle flights with more than 50days in space. Keith Hall retiredas a senior vice president atBooz Allen Hamilton in 2009,prior to which he served as director of the National Reconnaissance Office from 1996 to2001. Concurrently with hisNRO service, he was assistantsecretary of the Air Force forspace.The Aerospace president andCEO recapped three successfullaunches during the quarter forwhich Aerospace had considerable involvement, but not fullmission assurance accountability responsibilities. She notedthat between now and the endof the fiscal year; the companywill be involved with eightmore launches.In other news, the Navy andthe Missile Defense Agencyconducted a successful missileintercept test on Feb. 13 usingdata from the Space Trackingand Surveillance System (STSS).Aerospace has provided support to every phase of the STSSSPRING 2013program since its inception.The Feb. 13 test was the firstdemonstration of space-basedsensors providing mid-coursefire-control tracking data to theAegis weapon system to enabletarget destruction.In news from Civil and Commercial Operations, Austin announced that the Department ofEnergy has asked for Aerospacesupport on two projects for theNational Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The first is todefine what a systems engineering and integration organizationshould look like, incorporatinggovernment workers, contractors, and FFRDC personnel. Aerospace is expected to play a major role as the organization develops.On the second project, theNNSA has asked Aerospace,along with the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories andthe Air Force Institute of Technology, to provide independent verification, validation, and accreditation for a new simulation capability. The simulation will assessthe relative performance of newspace-based nuclear detectionsensors and associated spacecraft constellation architectures.Following her address, Austinanswered questions posed byemployees, both live and thosethat had been submitted ahead oftime. A separate Orbiter storycontains all questions and answer. Reprinted from the Orbiter with Permission
SPRING 2013AEROSPACE RETIREES’ CLUB - NEWSLETTERPAGE 9Changes to Retiree Casual Program Effective May 1, 2013As a result of a recent IRS ruling, in order to protect the tax qualification status ofthe Aerospace Employees' Retirement Plan (AERP), the corporation reviewed theimpact of its retiree casual program.Based on this review, benchmarking with industry, and IRS guidance, Aerospace willimplement changes to its retiree casual program effective May 1, 2013. The followingfeatures will be added to the revised retiree casual program: A six-month period of separation following retirement (i.e., six months must passbefore a retiree casual can return to work) Effective Oct. 1, 2013, all retiree casuals will be limited to working 500 hours eachfiscal year. This maximum-hour restriction will not be applicable to retiree casuals aboveage 70 and a half because the IRS restrictions do not apply to this group. Age 70and a half is defined as April 1 following the year in which the retiree casualturned 70. Upon retirement, employees will be required to sign a written acknowledgementthat there has been no offer or understanding of future employment. There will be limited use of retiree casuals' services (e.g., a critical missionrequiring support) Following is the transition schedule:Retirement on or before April 30, 2013 No period of separation required Hours paid following retirement in fiscal year 2013 (FY13) will be limited to 999hours and 500 hour
Aerospace Retirees’ Club (- Name of Board Member -) P.O. Box 2194 El Segundo, CA 90245 Call the ARC voicemail: 310-336-5454, Box 12582 NOTICE The expressions of opinion in the Aerospace Retirees’ Club Newsletter are the opinions of the writers and not necessarily those of the Aerospace Retirees’ Club or The Aerospace Corporation.
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