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PostPosted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 7:42 pm 
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It's been a rough few months but sometimes thinking of someone who inspires you helps you get through rough times. So with that I just hope everyone remembers Walter Soplata. He is one of my heroes and I've strangely been able to connect with him in a strange but indirect way(At least I like to think so).

Raising a glass to Walter! :drink3:

Cheers Walter! :drink3:

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PostPosted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 10:23 pm 
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THANK YOU WALTER FOR SAVING THE PLANES! :supz:


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PostPosted: Mon Apr 25, 2016 10:48 pm 
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To Walter, Leon, Earl, and you too, Nathan.
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Blue Skies Walter - you always had time for my questions

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Extremely appreciative that I had the opportunity to have conversations with Walter ( albeit he sounded annoyed until he heard my passion for aircraft), also glad I've spent time with Leon, Nathan, and hope to share more stories/adventures with them. :drink3:

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PostPosted: Tue Apr 26, 2016 9:42 pm 
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Here, here! :supz:

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Walter's legacy is assured... 8)

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PostPosted: Wed Apr 27, 2016 3:22 pm 
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Walter's legacy is assured... 8)



As is yours my friend! :drink3:
Oh, by the way, when can I pick up the 19? :lol: :lol:

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I'm still kicking it around Paul....Got to get some dry ground first!!

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