No matter whether in the air or on the ground, fire & a plane simply do not mix!! Sorry to hear about this....

(Written on 2019/04/19)(Permalink)

The big questions about the model is.... how do you get it to the US??!!!! Could it be reclassified as experimental????

(Written on 2018/06/08)(Permalink)

It would be great to see an awesome part of aviation history flying again!!! There is more to it than just the CASH!!!

(Written on 2018/06/08)(Permalink)

Any crash when a pilot and/or passengers walk away from is great news. Metal can be replaced!

(Written on 2017/04/21)(Permalink)

Ian, What a brilliant work of art. Your explanation makes these radial engines look to easy to work on! What an impressive wood engine. I had to watch it a view times to absorb the work that went into this project! Thank you!!

(Written on 2016/05/16)(Permalink)

Great job on an engine out!! Looks like thew nose got buried into the sand making the plane dive into the sand. I hope he had full fuel tanks! It would be interesting to see what the issue was & how they got it out of that area. It is a good landing when everyone walks away from it!

(Written on 2015/10/12)(Permalink)

I understand that emergencies do occur, however,if the cause of the emergency landing was fuel exhaustion and if he was holding for an Airbus to land, he was still beyond his reserves. Fuel supply should never be an issue. Especially if he was the new owner & not completely understanding the fuel burn, always error on the side of caution and carry more fuel. Thank God he landed how he did, it could have been a casualty for him & others who had no idea what was about to happen on that road. If it was a fuel issue such as clogged filters or water in the fuel or another mechanical issue, then the outcome of his decision making should be different. Let's not pass judgement too early, but lack of fuel is not the best excuse!

(Written on 2015/09/25)(Permalink)

What a wild view from a small camera!!! Awesome video at that altitude.

(Written on 2015/09/24)(Permalink)

Precision take-offs & landings on a postage stamp are quite impressive!!! Love to meet those guys!!!

(Written on 2015/03/13)(Permalink)

Ben, 24k per year based on a 40 hour work week is only 12.00/hour!! Obviously you cannot fly that many hours, but it is a shame to work for "peanuts".....ATC's are making about 60-70k per year if you can get in there....

(Written on 2015/02/18)(Permalink)