The First Unofficial Oshkosh Airventure 2009 Thread

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spookythecat

Mon Jul 27, 2009 10:16 am

retroaviation wrote:So what happened with the big CAF gaggle that y'all were talking about? Did they get there together, or what?

Gary


Oh, I forgot the A-26 (formerly "Lady Liberty", now with a solid nose and no nose art) snuck in at the last minute last night as well.
JBrawner

Mon Jul 27, 2009 10:24 am

the gaggle of CAF birds made it there and had some nice landings... didnt get to see the overhead though thanks to camera angle lastnight but seems today that that put it is at the north end and kinda raised it up stilghtly

and as a side note i just saw gentlemen jim, ?, and the new " old crow" go taxing by the camera...
Bear
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 12:59 pm

The Lancaster has just arrived. :drink3:
mustanglover
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 1:06 pm

Bear wrote:Well, got back from Oshkosh a bit ago. Here is a little preview of what was already there today, and a huge thanks to Zack for carting my butt around today. :D

Image


That PT-19 is from our airport. He just performed the first post-restoration flight a couple of weeks ago. 20+ years he has worked on it. VERY VERY well done restoration.
sknight
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 1:06 pm

I don't know if I like this webcam or hate it. Kinda like going to the titty bar, lookie no touchie :cry: So want to be there!!!!
More pictures, pretty please!!
m charters
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 1:22 pm

Lysander is enroute. Was delayed by customs in Port Huron...surprise.... surpise. He has a long way to go yet. Track on flight aware as C-GCWL .
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 2:29 pm

Flight Aware shows the Lysander in Sturgis Mi as of 45 Min ago. (1:45 PM Central)
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 2:33 pm

Just saw P-51C "Tuskegee Airmen" taxi by, in splendid form. Even from the limited view provided by the webcam, she looks amazing! Congratulations to everyone involved in getting her to the show!
Steven M. Dennis
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 3:51 pm

mustanglover wrote:
Bear wrote:Well, got back from Oshkosh a bit ago. Here is a little preview of what was already there today, and a huge thanks to Zack for carting my butt around today. :D

Image


That PT-19 is from our airport. He just performed the first post-restoration flight a couple of weeks ago. 20+ years he has worked on it. VERY VERY well done restoration.


Amen Mustanglover.

I spent a lot of time yesterday looking at Herb's handiwork on this beauty. 22 years is a mighty long time to stick with it, and he sure has the right to be proud of her. It is a top notch restoration!

Steve :wink:
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Dave Cheeseman

Mon Jul 27, 2009 4:03 pm

Did the Russell ME109 and Spitfire make the trip this year?

Cheers Dave C
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 4:09 pm

Steven M. Dennis wrote:
mustanglover wrote:
Bear wrote:Well, got back from Oshkosh a bit ago. Here is a little preview of what was already there today, and a huge thanks to Zack for carting my butt around today. :D

Image


That PT-19 is from our airport. He just performed the first post-restoration flight a couple of weeks ago. 20+ years he has worked on it. VERY VERY well done restoration.


Amen Mustanglover.

I spent a lot of time yesterday looking at John's handiwork on this beauty. 22 years is a mighty long time to stick with it, and he sure has the right to be proud of her. It is a top notch restoration!

Steve :wink:


Ohhhhh I want this one! 8)
mustanglover
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 4:43 pm

Steven M. Dennis wrote:Amen Mustanglover.

I spent a lot of time yesterday looking at John's handiwork on this beauty. 22 years is a mighty long time to stick with it, and he sure has the right to be proud of her. It is a top notch restoration!

Steve :wink:


Unless there are two PT-19s from Texas with a #43 identifier, the owner and restorers name is Herb. :wink:
RyanShort1

Mon Jul 27, 2009 7:15 pm

Nice touch with the Texas flag flying there. :D

Ryan
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 8:39 pm

I have made a milestone decision, I will try to make the party but probally be late. Keep a cold beer for me. It will be nice to meet you guys. take care PAPPY (seaknight15)
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Mon Jul 27, 2009 9:40 pm

As we all gather in Oshkosh yet again, let's not forget a great guy who's fighting a tough battle. Some hellos to Alan Henley might bring a big smile to him!

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/alanhenley/guestbook

Rich
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