This is the place where the majority of the warbird (aircraft that have survived military service) discussions will take place. Specialized forums may be added in the new future
Fri May 23, 2008 8:25 am
Sad to hear about Dick's passing.
I had the opportunity to meet him at the dedication of the restored Sikorsky VS-44 at the New England Air Museum and he was a true gentleman. It was really thanks to him that the VS-44 was saved, and brought back to California from South America.
BTW, when he originally wanted to get the VS-44 to the then Bradley Air Museum in the 1960's, he suggested delevering it in the winter after a heavy snow fall so he could land next to the runway in the snow!
Instead of that plan, Charlie Blair bought tthe VS-44 and then used it in the Virgin Islands until it was damaged in the 1970's.
Blue skies Dick.
Jerry
Fri May 23, 2008 2:40 pm
Now that would be exciting to see!
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