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Further info from Oshkosh

Posted by Dan K on Sat Jul 27, 2002 08:35:49 PM

Hi all,

Just back from spending Friday on the grounds and observing Saturday's airshow from a favorite spot near the pyro pit.

Spoke with Gerry Beck on Friday. To paraphrase Mr. Beck: "The P-51A project doesn't have a data plate yet, but I'll find one!" He indicated that the only original pieces are the windscreen frame, tail gear, and rudder. I was incorrect in my last post; the tailfeathers are complete, as well as one wing.

I also asked Mr. Howard Pardue about the status of the Bearcat, but he clearly wasn't in a talking mood about it. He's bound and determined to return to Oshkosh with it in '03.

Today's (Saturday's) airshow was a real effort, as light drizzle and a solid overcast (with constantly descending ceiling) made things a real challenge. Severe t-storms are bumping through Wisconsin this evening, but should stay well north of Oshkosh.

Fly safe all,
Dan

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