Any pilots here??? - Aircraft of World War II

C0WB0Y · 01-23-2009, 07:38 PM

What do ya fly???

FLYBOYJ · 01-23-2009, 08:00 PM

From Cessnas to Supercubs to L-29s

C0WB0Y · 01-23-2009, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by FLYBOYJ

From Cessnas to Supercubs to L-29s

How do ya like that L-29? One of my roommates has an L-39. Thinking about taking it to Reno this year.

FLYBOYJ · 01-23-2009, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by C0WB0Y

How do ya like that L-29? One of my roommates has an L-39. Thinking about taking it to Reno this year.

In many respects the 29 is better, cheaper to buy and operate. It is definitely more maneuverable and the 39 is only about 30 knots faster. The 39 is also a lot more aircraft to maintain, but does have some neat bells and whistles, it also looks better, but in the end I'd take a -29.

I'm also an A&P and have done condition inspections on both.

I was a crew chief on a -29 at Reno last year. We took 2nd in the gold/silver.

drgondog · 01-23-2009, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by C0WB0Y

What do ya fly???

When I could pass my physical I had time in a V-35 & A-36 Bonanza's, Baron, AT-6, Cessna 140 and 150 plus a 51D-25.

I had joint ownership of the Beech's. Right seat in C-47, Beech 200 King and back seat in T-33.

I loved the V-35 and A-36 quite a bit. Honest performers.

C0WB0Y · 01-23-2009, 08:29 PM

We think we've got a few ideas to keep our -39 competitive. (If she actually races... uggg, the ECONOMY)

Are there a lot of pilots on these boards??

evangilder · 01-23-2009, 08:43 PM

There are a few here. I have done some flying, but am not licensed. I have flown the T-6, T-28, T-34, Stearman, and the AN-2 Colt. I'm usually just the shooter, taking the shots and I get asked if I want to fly it for a bit after the shoot. I love the T-28 and if I had the time to get the license, and the money, I'd pick up a 28 in a heartbeat.

FLYBOYJ · 01-24-2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by C0WB0Y

We think we've got a few ideas to keep our -39 competitive. (If she actually races... uggg, the ECONOMY)

Better look into the "RARA" rules for the jet class - they really tightened up what you could do to your jet after the 2007 crash. I was on that crew.

Glider · 01-24-2009, 12:30 AM

In Gliders I have flown a variety of types from K13, K21, Twin Astir and Capstan trainers, K6, Pirat, K23, Grob Astir, Mistral C, DG300, Mosquito, ASW19 single seaters. In addition a handful of flights in a variety of more exotic types.
I was never licenced to fly powered aircraft but have taken the controls a number of times in a Cessna Aerobat, Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee, De Havilland Chipmunk and Hawker Hunter T7/8

I should add that I am now grounded on Medical reasons

C0WB0Y · 01-24-2009, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by FLYBOYJ

Better look into the "RARA" rules for the jet class - they really tightened up what you could do to your jet after the 2007 crash. I was on that crew.

I hear Brad was a great guy. Sorry for your loss.

aflyer · 01-24-2009, 04:52 AM

Currently Light Sport license only. I got high BP and not willing to risk screwing up my medical until I get it back down.

However, I have flown many single engine types, and a couple of multi. Last active flying was a DHC-2 Beaver on floats in the Queen Charlotte Islands. Have owned 3 Cubs, the odd Cessna, a Heath Parasol, a Fleet 80 Canuck (Canadians will know what that is) and a Wilga 80. About 1/2 my flying time has been on floats.

Have flown most Piper Singles, all the modern Cessna singles (except 190/195 & Caravan). Also modern: Beech 35 (V-tail) Bonanaza, Mooney M-21, Aero Commander 100 Lark, Ercoupe.

Antiques/Classics/interesting airplanes I have flown: Gypsy Moth, Tiger Moth, Stearman, Piper J-2, Piper J-5, Stinson 108, Fairchild 24W, Aeronca 7AC, Citabria, Stinson L-5, some homebuilts.. even tried hang-gliding once.

Interesting airplanes I have had rides in: T6/Harvard, Thruxton Jackaroo, Ford Trimotor, Grumman Tracker, Grumman Goose, Grumman Mallard, Found FBA-2, Fairchild F-11 Husky, Aero Commander Pitts S-2, Breezy, Beech 18/C-45, DC-3, CJ-7, stuffed into the space behind the pilot in a Piper Pawnee crop duster.

Interesting airplanes I have sat in: Supermarine Spitfire (I think it was a Mk IX, but not positive, it was a long time ago) P-51D, Douglas Skyraider, Grumman Avenger, Aeronca C-3, CT-155 Hawk, Travelaire 4000, B-17, Cessna O-1 & Cessna O-2 Bird Dog, PT-18, F-104, Nieuport 11 replica.

Currently airplane-less

... but planning to get something LSA.

Thanks for asking the question, it was fun to dig up some of those memories.

Cheers
Kerry

DerAdlerIstGelandet · 01-24-2009, 06:00 AM

I have time in Cessnas and that is it. Nothing special and nothing great, but it is still flying...

lesofprimus · 01-24-2009, 07:12 AM

Same here Chris, I flew a small Cessna 150 and a slightly larger Beechcraft Muskateer back in the day, but nothing recently...

Marcel · 01-24-2009, 07:33 AM

Me, too, C172. But never got a licence. I sometimes fly with a friend who is an instructor.

Kiwikid · 01-24-2009, 07:43 AM

Just general aviation C-152, AA-5B Cheetah, PA-38 Tommahawk, some glider time and some circuits in a B738.

01-23-2009, 07:38 PM	#1
C0WB0Y Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 33	Any pilots here??? What do ya fly???

01-23-2009, 08:00 PM	#2
FLYBOYJ IP/Mech THE GREAT GAZOO Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 16,051	From Cessnas to Supercubs to L-29s __________________ "IF ITS RED OR DUSTY, DON'T TOUCH IT"

01-23-2009, 08:43 PM	#7
evangilder "Shooter" Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Moorpark, CA Posts: 14,809	There are a few here. I have done some flying, but am not licensed. I have flown the T-6, T-28, T-34, Stearman, and the AN-2 Colt. I'm usually just the shooter, taking the shots and I get asked if I want to fly it for a bit after the shoot. I love the T-28 and if I had the time to get the license, and the money, I'd pick up a 28 in a heartbeat. __________________ http://www.vg-photo.com For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. Leonardo Da Vinci

01-24-2009, 06:00 AM	#12
DerAdlerIstGelandet Der Crewchief Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ansbach, Germany Posts: 33,152	I have time in Cessnas and that is it. Nothing special and nothing great, but it is still flying... __________________ fly boy:"isnt that the first jet bomber becasue i have flown one in a flight sim before and i know how it handles"[/I]

01-24-2009, 07:12 AM	#13
lesofprimus Minister of Whoopass Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Long Island Native in Mississippi Posts: 17,501	Same here Chris, I flew a small Cessna 150 and a slightly larger Beechcraft Muskateer back in the day, but nothing recently... __________________ My IL2 Video Tribute to My Grandfather: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtzN5RuNNJk

01-23-2009, 08:29 PM	#6
C0WB0Y Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 33	We think we've got a few ideas to keep our -39 competitive. (If she actually races... uggg, the ECONOMY) Are there a lot of pilots on these boards??

01-24-2009, 12:30 AM	#9
Glider Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London Posts: 3,655	In Gliders I have flown a variety of types from K13, K21, Twin Astir and Capstan trainers, K6, Pirat, K23, Grob Astir, Mistral C, DG300, Mosquito, ASW19 single seaters. In addition a handful of flights in a variety of more exotic types. I was never licenced to fly powered aircraft but have taken the controls a number of times in a Cessna Aerobat, Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee, De Havilland Chipmunk and Hawker Hunter T7/8 I should add that I am now grounded on Medical reasons

01-24-2009, 04:52 AM	#11
aflyer Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: NW Washington State Posts: 12	Currently Light Sport license only. I got high BP and not willing to risk screwing up my medical until I get it back down. However, I have flown many single engine types, and a couple of multi. Last active flying was a DHC-2 Beaver on floats in the Queen Charlotte Islands. Have owned 3 Cubs, the odd Cessna, a Heath Parasol, a Fleet 80 Canuck (Canadians will know what that is) and a Wilga 80. About 1/2 my flying time has been on floats. Have flown most Piper Singles, all the modern Cessna singles (except 190/195 & Caravan). Also modern: Beech 35 (V-tail) Bonanaza, Mooney M-21, Aero Commander 100 Lark, Ercoupe. Antiques/Classics/interesting airplanes I have flown: Gypsy Moth, Tiger Moth, Stearman, Piper J-2, Piper J-5, Stinson 108, Fairchild 24W, Aeronca 7AC, Citabria, Stinson L-5, some homebuilts.. even tried hang-gliding once. Interesting airplanes I have had rides in: T6/Harvard, Thruxton Jackaroo, Ford Trimotor, Grumman Tracker, Grumman Goose, Grumman Mallard, Found FBA-2, Fairchild F-11 Husky, Aero Commander Pitts S-2, Breezy, Beech 18/C-45, DC-3, CJ-7, stuffed into the space behind the pilot in a Piper Pawnee crop duster. Interesting airplanes I have sat in: Supermarine Spitfire (I think it was a Mk IX, but not positive, it was a long time ago) P-51D, Douglas Skyraider, Grumman Avenger, Aeronca C-3, CT-155 Hawk, Travelaire 4000, B-17, Cessna O-1 & Cessna O-2 Bird Dog, PT-18, F-104, Nieuport 11 replica. Currently airplane-less ... but planning to get something LSA. Thanks for asking the question, it was fun to dig up some of those memories. Cheers Kerry

01-24-2009, 07:33 AM	#14
Marcel Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Dordrecht Posts: 3,834	Me, too, C172. But never got a licence. I sometimes fly with a friend who is an instructor. __________________ " The knack of flying lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss."

01-24-2009, 07:43 AM	#15
Kiwikid Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 140	Just general aviation C-152, AA-5B Cheetah, PA-38 Tommahawk, some glider time and some circuits in a B738.

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