Eastern DC-7 to FRG March 7!

[PhilDernerJr]

I'm hearing that the restored Eastern Airlines DC-7 will be arriving at FRG Monday, March 7th between 11am and noon, and hanging out by the American Airpower Museum.

All word of mouth, but with the rarity of this, I think it's worth the chance!

Read more about this DC-7 HERE (http://nycaviation.com/2010/08/a-promise-kept-the-eastern-dc-7b-story/).

Can anyone confirm or add info on this? I hope the weather doesn't affect it.

http://nycaviation.com/newspage/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/eastern-7.jpg

[gonzalu]

Phil I can confirm the saliva dripping from my bottom lip... more to come :cool:

Can someone explain to me again why we have to work from Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm ??

[wunaladreamin]

Fred, Moose, can you guys confirm?

[Derf]

I'll Bite...yes, it is due in around noon. In for filming but not going into any further details. I knew about it for some time. Rumor is that they were bringing it in for my birthday....but I am not suppose to know so that is why I was quiet.

P.S. It will be Painted as Pan Am for filming on one side...the other will retain the Eastern as pictured above by Phil

[PhilDernerJr]

I'm disappointed that I got a whisper about this one day prior from a source that shouldn't be my primary means. YOU FOLKS ARE SLACKIN! :-p

I may or may not be able to attend.

[eric8669]

I can make it.

[moose135]

I'm disappointed that I got a whisper about this one day prior from a source that shouldn't be my primary means. YOU FOLKS ARE SLACKIN! :-p
Some were aware of this, but had been asked to keep a close hold on the information.


I may or may not be able to attend.
Even if you miss the arrival (and the forecast has been getting better and better, btw) it will be here for an extended visit, you should be able to see it at some point.

[PhilDernerJr]

Just bustin chops, I figured it was hush-hush. I hope no one got mad that I posted?

[moose135]

No, enough people have heard that it wasn't really covert any longer. Someone was going to talk sooner or later. After all, it's not like you can hide a DC-7 on the ramp...:smile:

[Art at ISP]

Moose, I may be around in the afternoon- call me if you're going to be over there....

[moose135]

Moose, I may be around in the afternoon- call me if you're going to be over there....
I'm going to be over there...

[Derf]

Arrival should be between 11am and noon and I just found out that the C-54 will be leaving from Floyd Bennett field on Friday and I am off that day too!!!!...HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!!! YEAYYYYYY!!!!

[FlyFotos]

I'm looking forward to catching this. The Wife is actually encouraging my hobby as she want a picture for a project she's working on. I'm not that familiar with spotting at FRG, where's the best spot to get this one? New Highway? Looks like the winds will be favoring 1 or 32.

Thanks,

Jason

[Zee71]

Although I'm working tomorrow...........I do have a few hours I can use. I do plan on coming out there and I'll look for Fred, Moose and Eric. I'm off on Friday as well.....will try making it to Floyd Bennett Field.

Any idea on the departure time for the C-54?

[EffyJ642]

This is all so nostalgic for me. I have flown in a DC 7 and a C 54. My first arrival to the USA was on a Super Connie and I arrived in New York at Floyd Bennet Field on that Connie. I will try to make it to FRG tomorrow.

[cancidas]

how typical i have to work... fred this is surely a birthday gift to be jealous of. enjoy!!

[Derf]

Frg arrival looks later than expected, DC-7 not airborne yet...awaiting fuel. I would guess a 3pm arrival?

[Zee71]

Thanks for the update Fred! I'll be monitoring the thread for updates. Looking forward to this beauty coming in.

[RomNYC]

Nice light today! Hope you guys get some cool shots.

Now, who will be posting first... hmm, Eric? :wink:

[Derf]

Update, airborne shortly... Eta 3-4pm

[FlyFotos]

Thanks for the updates!

[steve1840]

If only I could be in two places at once! Remind me again why we have to work....:confused:

[NIKV69]

http://flightaware.com/live/flight/N836D

[puckstopper55]

I get off at 3 and work right up 110 .. where will you guys be parked? Maybe i'll come and say hi and introduce myself.

[megatop412]

So.....the TV show about Pan Am really is going to happen

Excellent! It's all falling into place(in my best Montgomery Burns impression, with the fingers together and everything)

[Derf]

Painted like Eastern and not pan am, only tail will be getting the PAA meatball

[eric8669]

Nice light today! Hope you guys get some cool shots.

Now, who will be posting first... hmm, Eric? :wink:

Nah, FRG is Derf'sTurf.

[Zee71]

I'll be parked in the museum parking lot if it's open otherwise on the side of the road in a Z71 tahoe.

[Ari707]

per flight aware ETA is 3:14, they also have it as a Beechcraft 35 Bonanza (piston-single)???

[flysail]

It has arrived!!!! Line up and see!!!!

[lijk604]

I have pics, but cannot dump the card until I get home tonight. He did a nice low flyby over Rwy32, then came back around and landed on same.
The timing was perfect, was able to catch it on my lunch break. Finally, a delay worked in my favor.

[ch2tdriver]

Do we know how long it's staying? Departure date/time? Will it be open for tours at the AAM?

[eric8669]

Here are some images from today.

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-2.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-3.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-4.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-5.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-6.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/A380_2008_1-7.jpg

[gonzalu]

Very nice... very nice. I have to try and snag a few images of it.. what a sweet looking vintage! And it looks like the whole left side is Pan Am, not just the tail.

[NIKV69]

Yep she is a beauty! Good seeing Mark and Eric and a lot of people! FRG doesn't see that often.

[RomNYC]

I was right, Eric posted first :)

[eric8669]

I was right, Eric posted first :)

Its not my fault.lol I like to edit as soon as I get home. I'm eager to see what I shot.

I can't wait to see what Fred shot.....

[Derf]

Just left the ramp a few minutes ago :cool:

[RomNYC]

I'm with you Eric, I'm all the same! I love the nice old-school feel you gave to your shots, nice stuff as usual.

[Zee71]

What a fantastic day seeing the DC-7 arriving at Republic and getting an opportunity to shot it. Here is one image (more to following shortly).

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines01FRG07Mar2011/1209391080_oAPEz-L.jpg

[gonzalu]

I like that rendition Mark...

So, some said she will be around for a few days? Can I show up around the museum parking lot and snap pictures of it from an unobstructed spot? or will I have to wait until she is in the air?

Thanks for the tips/advice :-)

[lijk604]

What a treat to see this bird today. I didn't get the closeups, as it came in towards the end of my lunch break, however, the week is young yet.

First the flyby over Rwy 32
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b233/lijk604/N836D_FRG_030711-5.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b233/lijk604/N836D_FRG_030711.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5508206038_2bd077c7ec_b.jpg

On rollout
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5011/5507607737_76ea7bb252_b.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5214/5508206196_b67b2b621c_b.jpg

[Zee71]

Eric..........great images........unfortunately I had to pull off the side of the road because I left my scanner attached to my car antenna. Some of these are more on the artistic side (I think). Here are some more images (with more to follow).

Manny.....that first shot posted was taken from the shopping center through the fence. The light was fantastic as the sun set. I am not sure what the air museum is going to do, but I would think they would allow photo's. How far they let you out is another story.

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines05FRG07Mar2011/1209472929_xPPEQ-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines06FRG07Mar2011/1209472972_hByMs-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines07FRG07Mar2011/1209472997_bUbBt-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines08FRG07Mar2011/1209473040_R27K8-L.jpg

The fly-by down RWY 32
http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines02FRG07Mar2011/1209473070_nYjrj-L.jpg

The approach to RWY 32
http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines03FRG07Mar2011/1209473097_9wobc-L.jpg

The story of two noses (Eastern and Pan Am)
http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines04FRG07Mar2011/1209473125_LA2aX-L.jpg

[eric8669]

A few more.

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/20110307-IMG_5804.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/20110307-IMG_5990.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/20110307-IMG_5975.jpg

http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac155/southpawcaptures/20110307-IMG_6010.jpg

[Derf]

It was great seeing you all today, I wish I was able to let you guys stay out much later but they were trying to close up shop and I had to turn down a dear friend Gueseppie who I would do anything for as they were trying to get the crew out as one of the AAM member had to drive a good 4-5 hours home. I am glad they allowed you guys out on the tarmac as I did not think they were going to do it as the plane arrived so late in the day.

As for all the great shots that were posted.... there is something to be said about a good black an white shot
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG601678/1209534434_Uxnav-L.jpg

But this is where I draw the line
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG600012/1209534028_2bUBp-L.jpg

What the hell guys??? You can not see the PAN AM BLUE!!!! I would give my left nut to had an 18Megapixel
camera and a time machine!!! You guys want it to look old? It is a DC-7! THIS IS THE WAY IT SHOULD LOOK!

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5787/1209541542_HP364-L.jpg

Juan Trippe would love to see is beloved Blue Ball in technicolor but unfortunately I will need to wait a day or two more!

The Flyby was great but I gave up my position on the other side of the runway that would have been perfectly lit to let
others from the AAM shoot some video. It was important to document the event and even on the backlit side I had my
7D to make up for it. I also would not have been able to take Moose with me in the truck and he is like my lucky
rabbits foot. We always have the greatest adventures!
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG4802/1209536466_yN5aX-L.jpg

We watched as he was on approach and loved every moment of it
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5083/1209536906_HDjqN-L.jpg

The cockpit was a normal manly cockpit from Douglas with lots of steam gauges....
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG53181920/1209538032_4pj54-L.jpg

Someone onboard stated that it had that new plane smell! It did!
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5336/1209538664_HmWMk-L.jpg

I am sorry you guys were not able to go in the aircraft but once again, the late arrival and the need for the AAM members
to leave asap was very important. Thank you for not asking the crew for access as requested as they will always try to
accommodate and I did not want to upset AAM staff by having people keep them later. If we disrespect their wishes,
they will not allow ramp access like this to happen on days they are not open.

Sunset on the ramp is a magical time
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG56181920/1209540832_mtt2u-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG556789/1209539827_5vxNk-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG59394041/1209543016_mGGS5-M.jpg

I too like Eastern as I had some time in their 727 sims growing up... Love the Hockey Stick but this paint job is ok too...
Here are a few Eastern shots for you guys
http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5868/1209542144_mxKqM-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG595456/1209544111_Nd7N2-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG596345/1209544999_svfo5-L.jpg

http://www.longislandwallpapers.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG6019/1209547953_VwY7d-L.jpg

I have many more but I would not want to make you bored... What a great day!!!

[gonzalu]

...and the light gods were kind on NYC spotters today...

Fred, great use of light, composition and focal length ! Terrific output.

[Zee71]

Awesome shots Fred! Manny.........get your butt down to Republic. Here is my last installment of photo's.....althought I may one or two more.

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines17FRG07Mar2011/1209587088_rYMuC-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines19FRG07Mar2011/1209587185_NALzt-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines10FRG07Mar2011/1209587236_j5NZ4-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines11FRG07Mar2011/1209587256_bHnvS-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines12FRG07Mar2011/1209587300_4XqEz-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines13FRG07Mar2011/1209587332_4Popq-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines14FRG07Mar2011/1209587363_c6PwN-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines15FRG07Mar2011/1209587392_JCrd2-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines16FRG07Mar2011/1209587448_NoTb5-L.jpg

[moose135]

What a terrific airplane! Good to see everyone today. Here are a few of mine, still have a bunch to go through...

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D014/1209623352_it67p-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D002A/1209577610_icVfx-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D004/1209577792_foHxZ-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D013A/1209596811_8jnVX-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D017/1209623795_JYQmZ-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D018/1209624019_B67Sg-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D008/1209578468_WyrhD-L.jpg

http://moose135.smugmug.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110307N836D019/1209624258_CtBr9-L.jpg

[NLovis]

Holy crap nice shots. I need to head over to FRG later to catch this beauty. uh which side is facing the highway?

[RomNYC]

Wow guys, there are some Picasso's and Vermeer's out there! Some of this close-ups are indeed artistically STUNNING!

What an awesome job! Superb :cool:

[Greg_NY]

Wonderful photos guys - very creative stuff!

[Derf]

Here are some more shots
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG4818/1209985787_ttoL5-L.jpg

THANK GOD THERE IS NO BITCHIN BETTY in the cockpit!
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG4998/1209986509_wBtyL-L.jpg

http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5019/1210035709_jVkh3-L.jpg

http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5089/1210035417_TWiC2-L.jpg

http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG5296/1210083021_W58z9-L.jpg

[fk6065]

It was dead quiet out by her today.

http://fredkopf.smugmug.com/photos/1210475005_7GZtQ-L.jpg

http://fredkopf.smugmug.com/photos/1210475167_hzYcW-L.jpg

[jerslice]

Excellent photos guys!

[heeshung]

Amazing artistic work here, and crazy thorough coverage!

[Cary]

Here are a few of mine: http://caryliao.com/blog/2011/03/08/pan-american-world-airways-dc-7b/

It was great seeing everyone again!

[puckstopper55]

that must have been one rough landing. Looked like she hit hard

[Derf]

The Pan Am meatball will be done on Monday pending weather

http://theproductreport.typepad.com/.a/6a01157110bb14970c0115713fed12970c-800wi

WOW THAT LOOKS GOOD right?

[ch2tdriver]

[QUOTE=fk6065;440494]It was dead quiet out by her today.

Fred K,

What time were you out there Tuesday? I was out on the ramp between @1:15 - 1:45 pm. It was eerily quiet....downright tranquil! I was trying out the new Canon Vixia HF S21's 8MP stills. This is my first Canon and I must say I'm impressed with the sensor quality. It was very challenging shooting into the sun to get the Eastern side of it, but the exposure is balanced perfectly. Canon rocks!

I just have some lens flare to deal with (most probably from the UV filter) but the exposure is very nice I think. Maybe I'll post those shots for some here to try and tweak for me, because other than that everyone's probably tired of looking at this beautiful ship already. :biggrin:

Pete

[fk6065]

I was out there around the same time. It was the first time I ever saw the parking lot between the AAM and Sheltaire empty. And since the AAM moved a few of there jets down the road it looked so empty.

I don't think anyone on here will ever get tired of looking at pictures.

[mirrodie]

HOw long will she be there? Would like to see...

[Derf]

A few more from tonight
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG6152/1211442632_4u7Tt-L.jpg

http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG6171/1211445438_kiEYa-L.jpg

I had to get a shot of me with the aircraft
http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG6150/1211441859_4yDJ9-L.jpg
:tongue:

[Art at ISP]

Mario, If I recall correctly it will be there for about 10 days--at least that's what I think Moose said when I spoke to him.

Great to see you guys Sunday by the way.

[Derf]

should be leaving around the 17th or 18th

[fk6065]

Great shots as always.

[megatop412]

Wow, those long night shots are absolutely amazing! Excellent work, I love the clouds

[lijk604]

I finally have some night stuff to contribute. Wouldn't be right that I work there and could get the night shots in ;)

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5259/5513553583_c3524d63ab_b.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5258/5513553581_39684478b6_b.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5054/5513553577_6965e0eef9_b.jpg

[mirrodie]

I have yet to see it but really want to see it with da spicy meatball!!!

[Derf]

Your a good man Mario...good man!

[mirrodie]

must attempt an evening shot over the weekend perhaps

[Zee71]

Here are a few more images I finally got to process

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines20FRG07Mar2011/1212466530_5hhAG-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines21FRG07Mar2011/1212467447_fGtNi-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines23FRG07Mar2011/1212467508_mVkSM-L.jpg

http://mbsphotography.smugmug.com/Aviation/Airplanes-and-Spotting/Aviation-Photography/EasternAirlines24FRG07Mar2011/1212467550_9yHma-L.jpg

[gonzalu]

Last one is sweet... looks like a period image!

[Zee71]

Thank you sir Manny! For a craft like this sepia and black-white definitely work well.

[gpalz1]

Got the American Airpower email today announcing the DC7-B. Since you guys work closely with AAM, maybe you can suggest to them to embed a link in the email to the website. I could never understand why they don't.

Looks like the landing was a little steep and shaky (one wheel). Hopefully I can find some time this weekend to make it out there. Nice pics.

George

[lijk604]

...Looks like the landing was a little steep and shaky (one wheel). George

That would nave been due to the winds howling at 18kts gusting to 24kts and they were not coming right down the runway.

[Fighting_falcon_51]

...................

[puckstopper55]

Just spent my lunch over at FRG and noticed a lot of activity around this beauty. There were 3 or 4 van / trucks, and the big Sheltair truck (what looked to be a bucket or de-icing truck).

I also noticed that it was not near the AAM, but on the other end of the ramp. Any special reason?

[Derf]

Probably putting up blue ball on the tail

[puckstopper55]

did you say blue balls? :smile:, lol .. Thanks Fred

[moose135]

No logo on the tail yet, but some vehicles and stairs in the vicinity. It's parked at an angle, EAL side to the fence, tail toward the Shelt hangar. Like they are trying to keep the PAA markings hidden from the road...

[Gerard]

I thought it was here as part of a TV pilot show but have yet to see or hear of any filming. :confused:

[Spunker]

I understand it is returning to Opa Locka on Tuesday morning

[PhantomII]

I thought it was here as part of a TV pilot show but have yet to see or hear of any filming. :confused:
Patience, Grasshopper...it will happen before you know it. Logistics brought her here early.

[Derf]

I understand it is returning to Opa Locka on Tuesday morning

That is incorrect, departure this weekend

[Derf]

I took so many shots over the last two days I do not know where to start! Lets just say I am well over 1000 in one day, WELL OVER!
Here is just a few.

http://derf.smugmug.com/Aviation/PAAEAL-DC-7-311/IMG8805/1216634382_rkrRo-L.jpg

[Gerard]

I took so many shots over the last two days I do not know where to start! Lets just say I am well over 1000 in one day, WELL OVER!

Can we call Dr Drew or maybe do an intervention here? :smile:

[flysail]

did anyone notice that the left strut is bottomed out cold wx = leaking seal?? check out the left vs right scissor (on the gear) also heard that they might be here till the 18th delay in shooting

[Derf]

Yes, the strut needs to be recharged and that will be done before departure this weekend

[PhilDernerJr]

did anyone notice that the left strut is bottomed out cold wx = leaking seal?? check out the left vs right scissor (on the gear) also heard that they might be here till the 18th delay in shooting

I noticed the horizon in the cockpit shot indicating that the aircraft was leaning to the left.

[Derf]

And here I thought it was just that I was drinking the Pan Am Blue Juice
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_M9u2OuNUtoQ/SV_AH-K7Z_I/AAAAAAAAAbU/7bnaMaU5Xy0/s400/blue+shot+glass+with+clear+marbles+8x10.jpg
Bottoms up!



Can we call Dr Drew or maybe do an intervention here? :smile:
Can you please wait until Sunday???

[Derf]

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[Gerard]

And here I thought it was just that I was drinking the Pan Am Blue Juice
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_M9u2OuNUtoQ/SV_AH-K7Z_I/AAAAAAAAAbU/7bnaMaU5Xy0/s400/blue+shot+glass+with+clear+marbles+8x10.jpg
Bottoms up!

Can you please wait until Sunday???

Sadly it may be too late. :eek::biggrin:

[Chris S]

Getting put up!
http://derf.smugmug.com/photos/1217661280_HUEqY-L.jpg
That's looking SWEET !!!:cool:
BTW, what "Clipper" name did they put on her ???:confused:

[Cary]

That's looking SWEET !!!:cool:
BTW, what "Clipper" name did they put on her ???:confused:

Clipper Derf Rellim

[lijk604]

Clipper Derf Rellim
Nice one Cary!

[Derf]

lolol Actually it is Clipper Atlantis

[moose135]

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110315N836D001/1218041572_HiQsn-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110315N836D002/1218041717_k5ubL-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110315N836D004/1218041980_t6KRG-XL.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110315N836D006/1218042304_Now45-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110315N836D007/1218042451_e86R5-L.jpg

[moose135]

It's Show Time!

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110317PanAmShoot003/1219639721_w7JfF-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110317N836D002/1219638879_fEa9S-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110317PanAmShoot002/1219639688_w9U9U-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110317N836D003/1219652187_3Z9Ma-L.jpg

[mirrodie]

Very cool!

[Gerard]

It's Show Time!
http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110317PanAmShoot003/1219639721_w7JfF-L.jpg

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118024364?refCatId=14

[TheAviator]

I heard that it will be Departing tomorrow at 10:30am, can anyone confirm that?

[moose135]

Approximately...maybe a little earlier, 10am or so, but with old airplanes, they usually set the schedule.

[NLovis]

Well I got to see her.... AS she flew right over my head at low altitude.

[moose135]

It was suggested that the photos originally seen in this space might cause an ill-tempered response by a certain short-sighted production company. They have been replaced to avoid any consequences to innocent parties.

http://www.moose135photography.com/photos/1224477229_UkhhW-XL.jpg

We apologize for any inconvenience...

Saturday's departure:

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110319N836D004/1221304773_f8GrR-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110319N836D008/1221305433_myVxv-L.jpg

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110319N836D010/1221305633_3LoCZ-L.jpg

[cancidas]

http://www.moose135photography.com/American-Airpower-Museum/Eastern-Pan-Am-DC-7/JM20110319N836D010/1221305633_3LoCZ-L.jpg

did the PAA colors stay on after filming was completed?

[Gerard]

Approximately...maybe a little earlier, 10am or so, but with old airplanes, they usually set the schedule.

Wheels up around 12:22PM or so. There was talk of flyby while they were prepping but they continued out VFR to the SW. Moose said that maybe with all the time they took warming
up and waiting to depart they decided to nix the flyby. I was in the AAM parking lot then decided to head over to the movie theater parking lot when I heard on my scanner that they would
be using 3-2 to depart. A few others had the same idea. Looked pretty cool as they flew out into the breezy blue skies.

[wunaladreamin]

did the PAA colors stay on after filming was completed?
The meatball came off and it ripped the **** out of the paint on the tail.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5016/5548034877_c9e132e6b1_b.jpg

[Derf]

The meatball came off and it ripped the **** out of the paint on the tail.

This was expected and planned for, they just did not know how bad it would be. As per the flyby, Charles apologized to me for not doing it as #3 or #4 was running a little rough and it if did not clear they were going to return and turn some wrenches. Charlie is the son of Frank Moss, the owner/Pilot and a true gentleman. It was really nice to meet him and his family. I hope we see them again soon.

[Chris S]

Yeah, I also noticed they had a quick stop over at PHF on their way home to OPF and was wondering back then if that stop had already been planned or if they had to stop and check their engines out ??Anyway, I'm glad they made it back home safe to Miami and hope they'll be back to FRG again someday !!:cool:

[Gerard]

. As per the flyby, Charles apologized to me for not doing it as #3 or #4 was running a little rough and it if did not clear they were going to return and turn some wrenches.

THanks Fred. While they were lined up and waiting Tower kept asking them if they were ready to go and they kept asking for more time. Glad they got home safely. Those old beauties
must need a lot of wrench work.

[wunaladreamin]

Very glad they made it home ok. It was a real treat so see such a classic 'round these parts.

NOW BRING ME FIFI!!!

[NIKV69]

certain short-sighted production company

Can't say I blame them. The show hasn't aired yet. Though the kitty is awesome!

[GrummanFan]

There have been only 86 photos of this bird's visit posted so far (debating whether or not to count the kitty). For shame, I expected better from this crowd...

My contributions...

http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/panam3HDR/1227449491_Riekp-XL.jpg

http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/rearHDR/1227450118_B5ZtD-XL.jpg

http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/easternHDR4/1227451876_bLwpG-XL.jpg

http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/frontHDR3/1227452782_g6wsW-XL.jpg

http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/front2/1227452294_pMj8t-XL.jpg



http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/panamHDR4/1227449529_kTf3L-XL.jpg

The rest at http://dfalk.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Republic-Airport-1/3245284_8WLfx#1227449529_kTf3L