RE: PASSING OF A DEAR FRIEND AND WARBIRD BUILDER
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May he be in the hands of god, and a building away up there; flying high in any and every warbird he pleases. After hearing all he has been through, iam proud to hear of his improvements. Life is such a delicate thing, and i was very shocked when i heard of his passing. He was a good friend of my father, and he was a great man. I will be attending a little memorial for him on the 28th, i had a thought to print off these thoughtful posts and present them to his former wife and children, to know the father of her kids and that dad is wished a peaceful rest. Im glad to see so many prayers out there, i know i will continue to pray for his family. May he rest in peace. Barry you are greatly missed
Posted on: 5/21/2011 10:12 AM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: 3 Giant Warbird Builds 1-P-40 2-Corsairs
Hey barry. Lookin great! Keep up the good work [sm=thumbup.gif]
Posted on: 6/26/2010 2:16 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Gibbs Ziroli 94
Looking good. Keep up the good work :) -Ally
Posted on: 1/31/2010 12:09 AM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: VQ Warbirds anybody?
I have had such a great experience with VQ. I bought their Mig 3 ARF, its a beautiful plane and flys great. And Tomas has been such a help to me while building it ; Tomas is the guy to talk to if u have questions or need something (I believe his username is nemisis4u). Overall they are a good company as far as products and customer service. I attached some pics of my Mig 3... TF96
Posted on: 12/24/2009 3:14 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Gibbs Ziroli 94
Sweet ! Im very excited for this build to get started ! I have a special tie to this airplane as you know and i think its so cool. Ill be for sure watching this build. Are u sure bout that pink one Gibbs ? [:D] Ill throw my 2 cents in on the paint scheme when i have more time. Good luck ! - TF96 (Ally)
Posted on: 12/17/2009 11:59 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: How many WWII German aircraft were MINUS the swastika?
I believe in using german markings strictly for scale representation. Respecting and preserving history... I guess the same thing could kind of be applied to nose arts/pin ups. Some people find the women on the nose of planes offensive, others (like me) rather look it as a scale representation of history. But, everybody looks at this a different way. Just my 2 cents, TF96
Posted on: 11/25/2009 6:32 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: How do you keep a 15 yr old girl busy?
That is so cool ! Its always nice to see another girl get into this hobby, and I love the fact that its something both you and your daughter can do together and enjoy. I'm 13 and enjoy this wonderful hobby with my dad as well. Best of luck to you both ! Congrats Lil Stang ! Keep it up, can't wait to watch the build [sm=thumbup.gif] TF96 :)
Posted on: 11/23/2009 10:34 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: What attracts you?
That would be numbers 1,3,4, & 5. I love the flying aspect and seeing something you worked hard on building take to the sky. The social part is a pretty big one. At where I fly if you go out there on the weekend early in the morning, you'll get people bringing donuts & coffee and theirs more talking done than flying ! Its always nice to see that brown truck pull up with your new toy. I wouldn't say getting outside as an excuse. I always helps a lot when flying though and having nice whether is always a plus. Theres a lot of things that have a part in this hobby. TF96
Posted on: 10/25/2009 11:10 AM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Ziroli 124
WOW ! Long time, no talk. It seems you've made quite the progress since I last was on ! Its lookin awesome ! Keep er up [sm=thumbup.gif] - Ally [sm=49_49.gif]
Posted on: 10/12/2009 7:00 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: World Models P-40 Warhawk
Its not the scalest P-40 out there. My dad had named me after the P-40 Warhawks Allison v12 engine used in WWII ; he was working on one while in school for Aircraft Mechanics. I have studied & come to know/reconize all WWII fighters, enemy or allie ; so I can be a bit picky when it comes to details. But, just looking at it, it looks animated/cartoonish and the colors used are a bit off. JMHO. TF96
Posted on: 10/8/2009 6:22 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fall Scramble warbird fly-in photos
Looks like a good warbird show. Sure some beautiful birds. How many active members does your club have ? TF96
Posted on: 10/5/2009 11:04 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: How far is your field from your home?
About a 20-25 minute drive. Trust me, the drive is worth it ;) TF96
Posted on: 10/5/2009 10:57 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Ziroli 124
Nice Progress ! Keep er up ! Ally
Posted on: 9/14/2009 10:34 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Best Fuel Line
No its not yellow. Its just the standard light blue stuff. Whats up with the yellow lines ? TF96
Posted on: 9/14/2009 10:31 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Best Fuel Line
Thanks for the advice guys ! The fuel line was purchased and put in at the beginning of the season. So, I'm not sure if sitting too long would be an issue. I'am being delayed anyway due to a non-RC related hand injury. Thanks. Anymore suggestions are welcome. TF96
Posted on: 9/13/2009 8:32 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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Best Fuel Line
I was wondering what brand Fuel Line would be the best to use. Lately, all the fuel tubing in almost every plane of mine & my dads has broken, gotten a tiny tear, slipped off, and was just a pain in the butt. Anyway, I was wondering if anybody could recommend some good fuel line. We believe the lines that were causing the troubles were Great Planes fuel lines. I don't if its the brand or the fact we may have just gotten a bad batch. We've replaced the lines at the beginning of the season this year. Thanks. TF96
Posted on: 9/11/2009 8:47 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: How old are you?
I'm 13. I started flying about 3 years ago and I've been hooked ever since :) I'am very fascinated w/ aviation and hope to have a career in aviation one day. I have also flown a (full scale) Cessna 172 on an introductory flight w/ my Uncle who is a CFI down in Ottumwa, IA. I do have a tie to full scale planes through my dads side of the family and as well as my name. My dad used to be a Flight Mechanic and when he was in school, at around the time I was being born he was working on a Allison v12 engine (used in WWII planes - P-40 Warhawk, P-38 Lightning, early P-51's, etc.) so he named me Allison. This thread could turn out to be very intresting [8D] TF96
Posted on: 9/11/2009 8:28 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: VQ Mig-3 ARF
Happy Labor Day ! Anyway this morning I went out to the field and I had another flight on er. I'am not all that familiar w/ warbirds and how the handle differently than other planes. So, I thought I'd give Take-Off a try, so, after some advice from Tony (Thanks Tony !) I tried but ended up letting off of elevator & tipped er over. Woops ! So, I tried again and sucessfully took off, and had a very sucessful flight, due to wind conditions my dad suggested I let him land so I did. I'am truly impressed w/ this plane. Will try to take pictures next time out. TF96
Posted on: 9/7/2009 9:34 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Ziroli 124
I know I just like to give ya crap ! Ally [:D]
Posted on: 9/6/2009 5:10 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Ziroli 124
Lookin Good ! Since when is the sun up at 3:58 AM in this part of the country [sm=confused.gif] Jk, you got a great start [:D] To bad ur not out flyin w/ the rest of us, sure is Niiiice !!! Keep er up ! TF96
Posted on: 9/6/2009 2:36 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: VQ Mig-3 ARF
Barry, The paint is OK, just as perfect as the day I picked it up [sm=thumbup.gif] Although I found a big bug that decided to take a ride, apparently their attracted to red [;)] Thanks Tomas ! It required only a very tiny bit of trim and it flew so smoooooth ! My dad was highly impressed and was thinking about getting himself a VQ too ! TF96
Posted on: 9/5/2009 10:16 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: good lord I feel like a moron
I feel even more like a moron when at first I thought you meant like a turbine jet [:D] Its 9:06 PM here and its been a long day, please forgive me [:)] TF96
Posted on: 9/5/2009 10:08 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: VQ Mig-3 ARF
I'm sure I will !!! It flys just wonderfully, good on take off, better on landing. If I get around to it I'll take pics / video next time I'm out which I'm hoping will be on Monday ! TF96
Posted on: 9/5/2009 2:25 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: VQ Mig-3 ARF
FINALLY !!! We fixed all the problems and we got er maidened tonight ! I went out to the field w/ my dad and a club member, Tony was out their and I asked if he would help w/ maiden and he said sure. I got a chance to fly it and it is very smooth and looks great in the air. Unfortunately, I did not get pictures [:@] I want to thank you all who have helped me out ; w/o you I may not have made it to maiden. TF96
Posted on: 9/4/2009 10:57 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Music at R/C Warbird Events: YEA or NAY? Please VOTE!
I was recently at Warbirds and Classics over the Midwest in Fond du Lac, WI and they do have music which is not played too loud, and it isn't played all the time either. At the beginning before everybody started flying they played the US and Canadian national anthem. And the only time the PA system comes on is either for music or an announcement about raffles, or fly overs, etc. I admit the music adds a certain touch but I'd much rather here the engines. TF96
Posted on: 8/26/2009 4:58 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: RCU Roll call time..Where are you from?
Southern Wisconsin, Milton/Janesville area. Live in Milton, fly in Janesville. I don't see people from WI on here that often. TF96
Posted on: 8/26/2009 4:49 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Warbirds and Classics over the Midwest
Heres some more, sorry, I don't know why the pictures are so big. I will upload more later. TF96
Posted on: 8/24/2009 6:28 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Warbirds and Classics over the Midwest
I'm almost done [:)] (Edit : Sorry for the big pics) TF96
Posted on: 8/24/2009 6:18 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Warbirds and Classics over the Midwest
Some more [:D] TF96
Posted on: 8/24/2009 6:14 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Warbirds and Classics over the Midwest
Theres more TF96
Posted on: 8/24/2009 6:00 PM by Author "TakingFlight96" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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