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The trip to Florida in mid-March covered diverse Air & Space venues, from the Kennedy Space Center to the Florida Air Museum. The journey circled central and southern Florida, encompassing attractions like the Space coast, Key West, and St. Petersburg. Notably, the trip showcased classic aircraft and the historic Space Shuttle Atlantis. Overall, a fantastic and educational vacation.
The author plans a flight to Pensacola, Florida, in May to visit the US Navy's aviation museum with Doug Eaglesham. The trip spans 12 days, covering various routes and potential stops, including attractions like the Kennedy Space Center. Interested participants can reach out for updates and details on a preliminary meeting.
The narrative describes a man's journey to purchase and transport a Merlin GT fuselage from Florida to Montana. Initially skeptical of the low price, he pursued the opportunity, overcoming numerous logistical challenges. The trip culminated in a rewarding experience, fostering personal growth and reconnecting him with his adventurous spirit.
The journey from Clearwater to Key West featured breathtaking coastal views and encounters with the Everglades. After enjoying Key West, the family navigated back, facing storms. They briefly stopped in Crystal River, where they kayaked and saw manatees. The flight home included challenging conditions, with humorous family moments during landing in Omaha.
Crazy From the Heat What a great summer with all this heat… it makes me long for the short days of winter. I have been planeless for a while now and it is starting to wear on me. It’s so bad that I have taken up the challenge of transplanting trees. For so many years …
In a busy month, the author managed home renovations and aircraft upgrades, including work on a Cessna 150. After successfully retrieving a salvaged plane in Florida with his father, they encountered delays and icy conditions. The trip proved worthwhile, yielding a core engine and quality parts for future projects, costing $4,000 less than anticipated.
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