NWM's (1941 HAG) C-47A "Whiskey 7" 43-30652

lbarber · **Posted:** Mon Nov 18, 2013 11:43 am

All-
Since we just got the airplane back in the hangar, I wanted to start a thread to post some progress updates. As some of you may know, we're currently raising funds to take W7 back to Normandy for the 70th anniversary of D-Day next year. We've got a lot of work ahead of us, including the annual inspection and installation of period-correct pan seats (time permitting).

You can also follow us on the web at http://www.rtn2014.org and https://www.facebook.com/C47W7geneseo

N3Njeff · **Posted:** Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:37 pm

You guys repaint the props or have they always been like that?
Missing data and mfg sticker sticks out.
If you want the data on em I can help.

lbarber · **Posted:** Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:45 pm

N3Njeff wrote:

You guys repaint the props or have they always been like that?
Missing data and mfg sticker sticks out.
If you want the data on em I can help.

Props were overhauled two years ago, it's on the list to get done eventually.

The prop domes are nods to two of our longtime volunteers who are no longer with us. #1 is red for Eddie Hopkins, our longtime director of maintenance who always painted his prop domes red. #2 is blue for his wife, Raubbie, who ran the museum office for many years.

Warbird Kid · **Posted:** Mon Nov 18, 2013 12:49 pm

lbarber wrote:

N3Njeff wrote:

The prop domes are nods to two of our longtime volunteers who are no longer with us. #1 is red for Eddie Hopkins, our longtime director of maintenance who always painted his prop domes red. #2 is blue for his wife, Raubbie, who ran the museum office for many years.

BTW. I love this feature. Something pretty simple that looks great. Harkens back to Fuddy Duddy and makes the aircraft slightly more "kid friendly".

DH82EH · **Posted:** Mon Nov 18, 2013 3:33 pm

Ed and Raubie dedicated a huge part of their lives to the museum at Geneseo. I'll never forget them.
Another awesome long time supporter (you'll meet her if you renew your membership in person) was the inspiration for the name on our Tiger moth.

Marilyn Cleveland. Very cool and classy lady.

Some really great folks have helped make Geneseo a real special place!

Andy Scott

Oh yeah, looking forward to W7 updates. Sorry for the thread drift.

TXCOMT · **Joined:** Tue Dec 11, 2012 7:13 pm **Posts:** 26

Lee:

I gave you a mention on our FB page http://www.facebook.com/FlightJournal…hope it helps!

BTW, you folks have some fine swag to support the effort; that cap and the invasion-stripe T-shirt are pretty cool. Well done!

Mike H.
Online editor
Flight Journal Magazine

lbarber · **Posted:** Tue Nov 19, 2013 10:37 am

Warbird Kid wrote:

BTW. I love this feature. Something pretty simple that looks great. Harkens back to Fuddy Duddy and makes the aircraft slightly more "kid friendly".

The oddest thing is how the two engines have taken on the personalities of their namesakes. Eddie is slow to get started, especially on a cold morning, blows a lot of smoke, spits oil all over. Raubbie starts right up as long as you take it easy on the primer, runs clean, doesn't smoke much on start. Once they're going and warmed up they both work hard and run great.

DH82EH wrote:

Ed and Raubie dedicated a huge part of their lives to the museum at Geneseo. I'll never forget them.
Another awesome long time supporter (you'll meet her if you renew your membership in person) was the inspiration for the name on our Tiger moth.

Marilyn Cleveland. Very cool and classy lady.

No need to apologize for the drift. I was sorry I missed you guys when you came down, the naming meant so much to Marilyn and everyone else in Geneseo. You bringing her down for the show next year?

TXCOMT wrote:

I gave you a mention on our FB page http://www.facebook.com/FlightJournal…hope it helps!

BTW, you folks have some fine swag to support the effort; that cap and the invasion-stripe T-shirt are pretty cool. Well done!

Much appreciated Mike!

Pat Carry · **Posted:** Tue Nov 19, 2013 10:48 am

lbarber wrote:

All-
Since we just got the airplane back in the hangar, I wanted to start a thread to post some progress updates. As some of you may know, we're currently raising funds to take W7 back to Normandy for the 70th anniversary of D-Day next year. We've got a lot of work ahead of us, including the annual inspection and installation of period-correct pan seats (time permitting).

You can also follow us on the web at http://www.rtn2014.org and https://www.facebook.com/C47W7geneseo

What a fabulous looking airplane!

TXCOMT · **Joined:** Tue Dec 11, 2012 7:13 pm **Posts:** 26

Lee:

There's a question about your bird on the Flight Journal FB page post…please feel free to answer it, as I have no idea!

Thanks,
Mike

DH82EH · **Posted:** Tue Nov 19, 2013 5:43 pm

lbarber wrote:

Warbird Kid wrote:

BTW. I love this feature. Something pretty simple that looks great. Harkens back to Fuddy Duddy and makes the aircraft slightly more "kid friendly".

The oddest thing is how the two engines have taken on the personalities of their namesakes. Eddie is slow to get started, especially on a cold morning, blows a lot of smoke, spits oil all over. Raubbie starts right up as long as you take it easy on the primer, runs clean, doesn't smoke much on start. Once they're going and warmed up they both work hard and run great.

DH82EH wrote:

Ed and Raubie dedicated a huge part of their lives to the museum at Geneseo. I'll never forget them.
Another awesome long time supporter (you'll meet her if you renew your membership in person) was the inspiration for the name on our Tiger moth.

Marilyn Cleveland. Very cool and classy lady.

No need to apologize for the drift. I was sorry I missed you guys when you came down, the naming meant so much to Marilyn and everyone else in Geneseo. You bringing her down for the show next year?

For us, attendance at Geneseo is mandatory!

I've met so many folks that I like, that the airshow is a "bonus" to what is always a great weekend, and a highlight of the summer!

Andy

lbarber · **Posted:** Wed Nov 20, 2013 12:58 pm

Going through pictures from last weekend...

This was taken on approach to Stewart over the Hudson, that's West Point on the left bank.

lbarber · **Posted:** Wed Dec 18, 2013 10:57 am

Quick Update-
We've been busy over the last month since she got back from Islip
-Engine cowlings are off, accessories are in the process of being removed (everything is getting overhauled before the trip)
-Ailerons are off, they will be rejuvenated and repainted
-Hydraulic regulator, accumulator, and relief valve have been removed from the aircraft for inspection/overhaul

_LTB4825 by ltbarber, on Flickr

_LTB4837 by ltbarber, on Flickr

_LTB4840 by ltbarber, on Flickr

_LTB4844 by ltbarber, on Flickr

_LTB4851 by ltbarber, on Flickr

Warbird Kid · **Posted:** Wed Dec 18, 2013 11:11 am

Any other C-47s going over with W7? What an epic adventure if 2, 3, 4, etc C-47s flew in one formation across the pond!

lbarber · **Posted:** Wed Dec 18, 2013 11:21 am

Warbird Kid wrote:

Any other C-47s going over with W7? What an epic adventure if 2, 3, 4, etc C-47s flew in one formation across the pond!

We've heard some rumblings about others going over but nothing confirmed. I don't think there will be any formations, everyone will be on their own schedules for logistical reasons.

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