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Wow ! That's a beaut. Nice going, Wayne... Charles

You get a "bravo zulu" for this one. Very nice... Charles

Wow ! I've heard of some devastating creashes, but this one takes the cake. Hope to see more of the sxeries. Charles

The Reevers Warbird organization, in Adelaide, Australia, purchased the Franklin B-25, from Rio Grande Aviation, in Texas, some time ago. I am happy to report she has been restored to static condition and was put on display at their facility last week-end. She has been done up in Dutch colours...

Just a quick "thank you" to all who posted B-day greetings. Birthdays are something I look forward to. It tells me I made it another year. I'm 83 now.... How many more b-days are there ?? Again my thanks.... Charles

Aaron: The B-25 was purchased by The Reevers organization, in Australia. She's going on static display on Apiril 17, 2017. She's in the process of being painted in the colors of a Dutch squadron. More info here: Reevers Warbirds’s B-25 “Lucky Lady” Update. Charles

There is good news to be had about the Franklin B-25. On April 17, 2017 Reevers Warbirds is holding an open house, where they will have this B-25 (former Lucky Lady) on display, in the colors of a Dutch squadron. More info here: Reevers Warbirds’s B-25 “Lucky Lady” Update. I don't usually...

It really was nice having Marcel here in Virginia Beach. Just wish he would have had more time. I would have taken him to NAS Oceana and NOB Norfolk. Maybe next time.... Charles

Nope. Haven't had one in awhile. TPBM is a vegan.... Charles

Marcel was in Boston, Mass. on business for his company. He had a few extra days, so he flew to Norfolk, Va., where he rented a car (a Fiat) and drove to my house. We spent the afternoon driving around Virginia Beach, finally winding up at Fort Story, where we visited the old and new...

Many thanks for the nice birthday wishes. They are appreciated. Charles

Update. The Franklin B-25 has been acquired by an Aussie outfit, Reevers. Maybe Wayne knows more. The aircraft has been shipped to Australia and will be refurbished as a Dutch B-25. Check them out on FaceBook, Reevers Warbirds. Charles

Interesting.... Charles

Just to add my Christmas greetings to everyone. Hope everyone got what they wished for. Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays, whichever you prefer.... Charles