Bearcat on its way

[C170BDan]

Not sure when but Courtesy Aircraft shows pictures of the Bearcat being shipped out of France.

http://www.courtesyaircraft.com

Go to the "Hot News" section.

[Cadillac_of_the_Sky]

Does anyone know if hes going to keep the French markings or redo the scheme? Anyone, Anyone?

[Ollie]

It's going to be painted in US colours...

[dj51d]

I understand the current plans call for it to stay in French markings initially, and to change to US markings after the airshow season, see this thread

[Mark Clark]

It is planned to arrive in Houston next week. Watch for more photos on the Courtesy website.

Mark Clark
Courtesy Aircraft
www.courtesyaircraft .com

[RickH]

Mark do you happen to know what the plan for it is once it reaches Houston? I would like to catch a glimpse of her here in town if she heads to the right airport.

Thanks.

[C170BDan]

Thanks Mark for posting them on your site... looking forward to seeing the update pictures and seeing it in person!

[Mark Clark]

It s heading to Breckenridge for inspection, then to Chino. Sohuld make OSH.

Mark

[corsairboss]

The F8F BEARCAT is in the Great State of TEXAS. On it's way to Nelson Ezell place for a few days, then on to Chino for some more work and looking at things. When the decsion is made for airshows I will post them here, and on the www.pofairshows.com site as well. This is a great machine, and Ray has been lookin for this date.!!

[TimAPNY]

GREAT News.

[Mark Clark]

Its HOME.
In Rays Hangar on Friday Afternoon !

Mark

[bdk]

Saw it today. Drop tanks are getting ready for paint for all those long cross country flights.

[bdk]

Does anyone know if hes going to keep the French markings or redo the scheme? Anyone, Anyone?

Consider the scheme redone! You'll be able to see the new scheme at Reno in the Legacy Flight.

[C170BDan]

Thanks for the update! Since I am inbound to Reno next week I look forward to seeing it!

Complete repaint?

[bdk]

Complete repaint?

Pretty much.