A big 'Hello' to you Fearless, Widget and Rotten from Paul 'Goliath' from Haliburton. Nice to see you all alive and kicking. Never did get my private pilot license (a kiwi) but brother David is still rebuilding a microlight when raising a family doesn't get in the way. I still think back to the fond memories of Lake St. John during the 70's and 80's. Hope I might hear from you, you look like you still know how to have fun.
My Dad hitch-hiked from Eudora, Arkansas, to Canada in 1941 to join the RCAF. He soloed in the Fleet Finch and continued training in Harvards, etc.
He eventually flew P-47s and P-51s with the 4th Fighter Group of the USAAF 8th Air Force, Debden, England. He became one of the first five American fighter pilots over Berlin, Germany, flying with his CO, Col. Don Blakesley.
Prior to this video, I had never seen or heard a Fleet Finch in flight.
Just had to respond. My Dad served in the RCAF in 401 squadron. He was an aero engine mechanic under C.O. Don Blakesley. My Dad spoke very highly of him, saying he was the best C O that he served under (and there were many).
Thanks for posting this video. My Dad hitch hiked from Eudora, AR to Canada in 1841 to join the RCAF. He soloed in the Fleet Finch, followed by continued training in Harvards, etc. He eventually became a fighter pilot in the 4th Fighter Group of the USAAF 8th Air Force out of Debden, England, flying P-47s and P-51s. While piloting a P-51, he became one of the first five American fighter pilots over Berlin.
Prior to this video, I had never seen or heard a Fleet Finch in flight. Thanks!!
I flew in this plane this morning at the Guelph airbase,as part of the Tigerboy's open house.
Best 40 bucks I ever spent.
TheRoyalCity 2 years ago
A big 'Hello' to you Fearless, Widget and Rotten from Paul 'Goliath' from Haliburton. Nice to see you all alive and kicking. Never did get my private pilot license (a kiwi) but brother David is still rebuilding a microlight when raising a family doesn't get in the way. I still think back to the fond memories of Lake St. John during the 70's and 80's. Hope I might hear from you, you look like you still know how to have fun.
bfmcarparts 2 years ago
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bfmcarparts 2 years ago
Great video...Thanks for posting.
ramseyts 3 years ago
Glad to see the old girl back in the air. last time I saw her she was half rebuilt in Tom's hangar !:)
scubastevecayman 3 years ago
great music to the vid,
49935 3 years ago
great music to the vid,
49935 3 years ago
wonderful plane, lovely video. much thanks!
paulmsaltzman 4 years ago
My Dad hitch-hiked from Eudora, Arkansas, to Canada in 1941 to join the RCAF. He soloed in the Fleet Finch and continued training in Harvards, etc.
He eventually flew P-47s and P-51s with the 4th Fighter Group of the USAAF 8th Air Force, Debden, England. He became one of the first five American fighter pilots over Berlin, Germany, flying with his CO, Col. Don Blakesley.
Prior to this video, I had never seen or heard a Fleet Finch in flight.
Thanks for posting!
cecilmanning 4 years ago
Cecil,
Just had to respond. My Dad served in the RCAF in 401 squadron. He was an aero engine mechanic under C.O. Don Blakesley. My Dad spoke very highly of him, saying he was the best C O that he served under (and there were many).
Also enjoyed this vid,
Regards,
Joe
Beaver550 2 years ago
Thanks for posting this video. My Dad hitch hiked from Eudora, AR to Canada in 1841 to join the RCAF. He soloed in the Fleet Finch, followed by continued training in Harvards, etc. He eventually became a fighter pilot in the 4th Fighter Group of the USAAF 8th Air Force out of Debden, England, flying P-47s and P-51s. While piloting a P-51, he became one of the first five American fighter pilots over Berlin.
Prior to this video, I had never seen or heard a Fleet Finch in flight. Thanks!!
cecilmanning 4 years ago
Nice I like
ValkryProductions 4 years ago