The DC-3 Aviation Museum received this request:
Hi Looking for a dc3 airframe project.
In Australia there appears to be a lack of of unloved airframes. Any leads or leads that may be under my nose would be a great help. thanks Glenn Spry
If any of you have knowledge of a DC-3/C-47/Dakota Airframe in Australia Contact us here.
The DC-3 Aviation Museum received this Message:
“Looking for a horizontal stabilizer for a display aircraft. Project is in central Florida. Please let me know if you have anything in stock. Thank you very much, Tom B.”
If you have any information about where he can find a horizontal stabilizer… Please contact us with a reply…
many thanks “Bear”
Hello All,
... Well another year has raced past us all... We (the staff and I) wish for you all, every happiness ... We thank you for your continued support of this project...
...We have a dream and as we aim for its completion, we find that the journey toward it is as great an adventure as any that we have ever had...
...We wish to you... the feeling of our Merry Christmas... because no matter what the faith or belief ... there is a spirit that prevails this time of year... of Good will and Peace to all... it is in this vein that I send this to you all...
"Bear"
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Croatian - Sretan Bozic
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Danish - Glaedelig Jul
Duri - Christmas-e- Shoma Mobarak
Dutch - Vrolijk Kerstfeest en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar!
Egyptian - Colo sana wintom tiebeen
English - Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
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Farsi - Cristmas-e-shoma mobarak bashad
Finnish - Hyvaa joulua
Flemish - Zalig Kerstfeest en Gelukkig nieuw jaar
French - Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année!
Frisian - Noflike Krystdagen en in protte Lok en Seine yn it Nije Jier!
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Galician - Bo Nada
German - Froehliche Weihnachten
Greek - Kala Christouyenna!
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Icelandic - Gledileg Jol
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Iraqi - Idah Saidan Wa Sanah Jadidah
Irish -Nollaig Shona Dhuit
Italian - Buone Feste Natalizie
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Korean - Sung Tan Chuk Ha
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Maltese - Nixtieklek Milied tajjeb u is-sena t-tabja!
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Norwegian - God Jul
Occitan - Pulit nadal e bona annado
Papua New Guinea - Bikpela hamamas blong dispela Krismas na
Nupela yia i go long yu
Pennsylvania German - En frehlicher Grischtdaag unen hallich Nei Yaahr!
Polish - Wesolych Swiat Bozego Narodzenia
Portuguese - Boas Festas Rapa-Nui - Mata-Ki-Te-Rangi. Te-Pito-O-Te-Henua
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Rhetian - Bellas festas da nadal e bun onn
Romanche - Legreivlas fiastas da Nadal e bien niev onn!
Rumanian - Sarbatori vesele
Russian - Pozdrevlyayu s prazdnikom Rozhdestva is Novim Godom
Sami - Buorrit Juovllat
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Serbian -Hristos se rodi
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Singhalese - Subha nath thalak Vewa. Subha Aluth Awrudhak Vewa
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Spanish - Feliz Navidad y Prospero Ano Nuevo
Swedish - God Jul and (Och) Ett Gott Nytt År
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Turkish - Noeliniz Ve Yeni Yiliniz Kutlu Olsun
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Urdu - Naya Saal Mubarak Ho
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Valencian: Bon Nadal i Cap d'Any
Welsh - Nadolig Llawen
Xhosa - Siniqwenelela Ikrisimesi EmnandI Nonyaka Omtsha Ozele Iintsikelelo
Namathamsanqa
Yayeya - Krisema
Yugoslavian - Cestitamo Bozic.
Yoruba - E ku odun, e hu iye' dun!
Zulu - Sinifesela Ukhisimusi Omuhle Nonyaka Omusha Onempumelelo
The DC-3 in this single event, with all its variants, has rippled through the Aviation World for over 70 years. Competing designers have proclaimed the demise of this valiant workhorse, with each new aluminum show plane, but to no avail.
I received mine and it is fantastic … plenty of DC-3 pictures…Great gift for DC-3 lovers
Price: $14.99
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Want a preview? Click the link below to enjoy this opening video montage from one of the greatest AirVentures yet!
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Veterans Day - November 11, 2010
National Veterans Day Ceremony
The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery . The ceremony commences precisely at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces.
Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Both holidays were established to recognize and honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. But Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday in May, was originally set aside as a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
While those who died are also remembered on Veterans Day, which is observed on November 11, Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military - in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living Veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served - not only those who died - have sacrificed and done their duty.
While in Canada they celebrate Remembrance Day:
Remembrance Day – also known as Poppy Day or Armistice Day (the event it commemorates) or Veterans Day – is a Commonwealth holiday (observed in all Commonwealth countries except Mozambique) to commemorate the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war, specifically since the First World War. It is observed on 11 November to recall the end of World War I on that date in 1918 (major hostilities of World War I were formally ended "at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month" of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice).
And our thanks to “Ole Sarge” for sharing:
The Best on Earth:
A Veteran's Day Tribute
If someone has done military service,
They earn the title "veteran," and more;
They earn our deep respect and admiration;
That they are special no one can ignore.
They sacrificed the comforts we enjoy;
The list is long of all the things they gave.
Our veterans are extraordinary people;
They’re loyal, dedicated, true and brave.
When terror and invasion were real threats,
They showed us they could handle any storm.
We owe our freedoms and our very lives
To our veterans, who served in uniform.
Our veterans should be celebrities;
They’re exceptional; no other group compares.
We’re grateful for the many things they'’ve done;
They’re always in our hearts and in our prayers.
We owe our veterans support and friendship;
Let no one ever question what they’re worth.
These men and women served us and our country,
Our veterans--the very best on earth.
By Joanna Fuchs
WHO: The Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
WHAT: is sponsoring an Open Cockpit Day with the C-47 "Sky Train/DAKOTA" World War II military transport aircraft.
WHERE: at the Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum located on the grounds of the Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB). The museum is located 6 miles east of Pueblo Colorado on US Highway 96/US Highway 50 East.
WHEN: 13 November 2010 from 10 AM to 4 PM.
COST: $7 for persons aged 10 years of age and over. Active duty military admitted free with valid military ID. There is no additional cost to sit in the cockpit of the aircraft.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The C-47 was one of the most widely used transport aircraft of World War II and was extensively used by air forces around the world.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact the Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum at (719) 948-9219 or by email at service@pwam.org . Visit the museum website at www.pwam.org . Aircraft and dates subject to change, please call ahead.
Feel free to share this information with anyone you think might be interested.
Jason Unwin
Education Officer
Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
PS Find the museum on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/manage/updates.php?id=140330705999632&sent=1&e=0#!/pages/Pueblo-Weisbrod-Aircraft-Museum/140330705999632?v=info
Hello All,
I just wanted to pass along to you that we are hosting a 75th celebration of the Roll out of the DC-3
at the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos CA
on the Dec 17/18.
We had our DC-3 (97H) at the Last Time at Rock Falls (greatest event ever!) and we wanted to do something here at the museum.
Our event will be a much smaller scale but we have 2 Dc-3’s, A C-41 and a C-47 participating in the event. Plus singers, presenters, antique cars etc…
Here is a link to the event:
http://www.hiller.org/DC3.shtml
It would be great if you would pass this around to interested DC-3 folks.
Thanks
William Turner
VP Operations
Hiller Aviation Museum
TANGO MIKE MIKE..........
This guy deserves to be recognized----even all these years later. take the time to watch it. What an amazing courage and determination.
http://biggeekdad.com/2010/01/tango-mike-mike/
Still working on gathering information gleamed from Airventure 2010… met many great folks:
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Airventure 2010 was a tribute to veterans
Some struggled all week to gather enough airspeed to lift off…
OK…The Staff and I have returned from the big DC-3 “doings” in IL and WI… Short Version of the story is it never quite “pulled its self together”… That is not to say no DC-3s… Those that were there were magnificent… But the dream of 50 plus DC-3s flying together at one time just never made it to fruition… Many factors … No blame … and We will have many stories and pictures of those wonderful Birds and folks that gave it their best shot… and were there in all their finery… “Bear”
By Carolina Hidalgo, The Oregonian
http://www.oregonlive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/06/portland_man_grows_closer_to_d.html
Nearly 67 years ago, Tech. Sgt. Leonard A. Gionet, had ducked into the Army green radio room of a Boeing B-17. He sat on a worn green chair in the World War II-era bomber, the sun filtering in through an open window.. From a small chair bolted to the plane's plywood floor, he manned the radio, World War II raging outside the curved walls.
His plane, nicknamed "Naughty but Nice" and sporting a scantily clad woman painted on its side, never made it out of the war. Shot down by a Japanese pilot, it crashed into the thick forests of Papua New Guinea. On June 26, 1943, Leonard A. Gionet left behind a new bride and 6-month-old son Leonard, who would spend a lifetime piecing together memories.
Growing up, the younger Gionet, now 67, had only his mom's stories and a large chest of memorabilia to fill in the gaps. But it wasn't until a surprising phone call two weeks ago from the Army's casualty affairs center that he ever felt a hint of closure.
After 66 years, his father's missing remains had been identified. Years of investigation and forensic testing meant Leonard A. Gionet would finally receive a proper military funeral and burial.
Don't Miss the 'Flying the DC-3' Webinar
'MAX EFFORT' APPLIED TO HUGE DC-3 ACTIVITIES AT OSHKOSH
More elements to the huge DC-3 75th anniversary celebration at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh have been added this week, creating more opportunities to enjoy a unique gathering of these aircraft at "Aviation's Family Reunion." The latest addition is a DC-3 and C-47 "Max-Effort Day" on Tuesday, July 27, that will include formation flights and aerial displays from all DC-3 aircraft that wish to be flown that day. That includes groups of the aircraft type in both airline and military configurations, plus others. This activity will give more aircraft the opportunity to participate above the previously scheduled mass arrival on Monday, July 26. Read more
History is filled with stories of adventure.
This account, however, also includes the unmistakable presence of the hand of God. Angel Flight 44: The True Story of Two Dedicated Pilots, a 60-Year-Old DC-3, and the Amazing Hurricane Katrina Mission That Birthed a New Aviation Ministry
(This book is available in both hardback and paperback editions. Purchase your copy today at Amazon or Barnes & Noble.)
This true story is a book born out of supernatural flight missions that saved countless lives by the grace of God. Not to be confused with the pre-existing Angel Flight medical air transportation organizations, the new Angel Flight 44 ministry revealed in these pages has its own unique mission, and a most miraculous beginning. The miraculous adventure of humanitarian relief that pilot Glen Hyde and copilot Denny Ghiringhelli experienced is a remarkable tale of mercy in the face of catastrophe, and the love of God expressed through His supernatural intervention. Two world-renowned ministries partnered with a veteran aviator and his Douglas Super DC-3, an American Airlines 767 captain, numerous companies, and a storm-wearied pastor in Slidell, Louisiana, to obey a call from God to help hurting people. However, this relief mission not only saved many hurricane victims, it forever changed the lives of the people who conducted it. The numerous testimonies of this adventure have already profoundly impacted the thousands who have heard them. Now that they are collected within this book, these stories should similarly impact you.
Help support the fine work of these folks…”Bear”
DAV Magazine (the official voice of the disabled American Veterans) May/June 2010 issue. (page 20) Has a great interview with EAA President Paul Poberezny about the AirVenture 2010 AND THE 75TH Anniversary of the DC-3/C-47/Dakota/R4D/LI2…
§ Lightspeed Aviation asks pilots to vote on nonprofits
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Lightspeed is asking pilots to vote for their favorite nonprofits, and the company will give $10,000 each to the top five nonprofits.
AVweb (4/20)
Pilot who taught himself to fly celebrates 100th birthday
Pennsylvania Pilot John Hicks celebrated his 100th birthday this week and reminisced about his historic flight in a one-passenger Aeronca C-2 plane from New York to Los Angeles in 1936. Hicks, who was denied flight training because one leg was shorter than the other, taught himself to fly by studying manuals. "I read everything I could possibly read about planes," said Hicks.
Aviation Publishing Group announced on AVWEB:
http://www.avweb.com/avwebflash/news/OshkoshDC3FormationAt40_202114-1.html?type=pf
It is fantastic that the organizers of a mass arrival of DC-3s and C-47s at EAA’s AirVenture Oshkosh 2010 now expect 40 aircraft to take part. in a flight to Wittman Regional Airport for a formation flyby at 1,000 feet to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the first flight of the Douglas DC-3 aircraft.
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