Mon Mar 17, 2008 8:10 pm
Another interesting photo I came across showing 40-2371...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimtav/2286838377/
Fade to Black...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimtav/2286838377/
Fade to Black...
Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:21 am
Gary Any chance you will be making the trip to Geneseo in July ??
Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:38 am
tom roberts wrote:Gary Any chance you will be making the trip to Geneseo in July ??
I don't currently have any plans to be there myself. It will be unlikely that I'll be doing anymore touring with the B-24, as I'm no longer "officially" associated with it (since my recent job change). I do, however, continue to do a small amount of volunteer labor on the airplane and may occasionally end up with the airplane from time to time IF my services are needed for repairs, as Flight Engineer, or whatever.
The Squadron now has a new Crew Chief. His name is Jason Langley, and he'll be the one who'll be filling my shoes within the Squadron. I suspect that once the B-24 is out on tour this season though, he'll be here, working on the big, silver airplane......with me. I will still be a big part of the re-engine program on FIFI, so they haven't gotten completely rid of me yet.
Gary
Sun Mar 23, 2008 4:07 pm
Sorry about that. Would have enjoyed meeting you. The best to you on the new job, Tom
Sun Mar 23, 2008 8:22 pm
Newbie to the WIX forum.
Gary,
I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to post images and answer all of the questions posed to you about Ole 927.
It has inspired me to join the Yankee Air Museum and volunteer my time to do what I can to keep history flying.
Thanks again,
Mark Popejoy
Gary,
I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to post images and answer all of the questions posed to you about Ole 927.
It has inspired me to join the Yankee Air Museum and volunteer my time to do what I can to keep history flying.
Thanks again,
Mark Popejoy
Hello, Everyone
Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:23 am
I would like to take a moment of your time and first say "Thank You" to Gary for giving me a warm welcome here at the CAF and for his continued patience as I get settled in with the working of the Squadron.
I have a very BIG set shoes to fill as I understand more and more of what Gary has accomplished while Crew Chief of both the B-29/B-24. I have only begun to read the posts he has placed on WIX and the replies from you all he has answered in detail.
I look forward to getting to know each of you here on the forum and to the future of these wonderful aircraft. I will post photos of the changes as soon as I can and update everyone regularly.
Jason
I have a very BIG set shoes to fill as I understand more and more of what Gary has accomplished while Crew Chief of both the B-29/B-24. I have only begun to read the posts he has placed on WIX and the replies from you all he has answered in detail.
I look forward to getting to know each of you here on the forum and to the future of these wonderful aircraft. I will post photos of the changes as soon as I can and update everyone regularly.
Jason
Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:30 am
Jason, are you the new crew chief? Welcome aboard! 
Fri Apr 04, 2008 11:53 am
Django wrote:Jason, are you the new crew chief? Welcome aboard!
Django, Yes, I am the new Crew Chief and I'm glad to be aboard.
Thanks
Jason
Fri Apr 04, 2008 2:50 pm
Welcome!
Hope to see you around!
Hope to see you around!
Fri Apr 04, 2008 3:35 pm
Welcome Jason!
Fri Apr 04, 2008 4:19 pm
Welcome Jason
Will we be able to meet you at Sun n Fun with ol 927?
Steve
Will we be able to meet you at Sun n Fun with ol 927?
Steve
Fri Apr 04, 2008 5:54 pm
planeoldsteve wrote:Welcome Jason
Will we be able to meet you at Sun n Fun with ol 927?
Steve
Steve,
I'm working with a few volunteers to get her ready for tour, but I'm not sure we will make Sun N Fun yet. We are also waiting on Eng #3 to return from the shop, sheet metal work and complete the annual. I will keep you posted.
Jason
Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:00 pm
Ztex wrote:Welcome!
Hope to see you around!
I will let you know when I get in the Dallas area and I hope to post at least once every couple of days.
Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:05 pm
b29flteng wrote:Welcome Jason!
Thanks
Loop Antenna
Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:45 pm
I have removed the forward antenna and installed a loop antenna Gary gave me last week.
I created a panel to cover the old antenna position and opened the existing panel for mounting the loop. I will post photos of the final thing soon.
Gary had just told about this forum or I would have taken pictures throughout the process.
John Flynn has been here also for a week and has disassembled the spare 1830-94 on the stand. I will get a few pics. It is need of and overhaul and will be crated soon.
We are currently closing up engines 1,2, and 4 and building crates for shipping engine and cylinders off.
I have been quite busy just getting settled in, learning what assets I have to work with and meeting new friends along the way.
Daniel wasn't able to make it last week...but maybe this week I hope.
I created a panel to cover the old antenna position and opened the existing panel for mounting the loop. I will post photos of the final thing soon.
Gary had just told about this forum or I would have taken pictures throughout the process.
John Flynn has been here also for a week and has disassembled the spare 1830-94 on the stand. I will get a few pics. It is need of and overhaul and will be crated soon.
We are currently closing up engines 1,2, and 4 and building crates for shipping engine and cylinders off.
I have been quite busy just getting settled in, learning what assets I have to work with and meeting new friends along the way.
Daniel wasn't able to make it last week...but maybe this week I hope.