Reports from Reno are that the P-51, Galloping Ghost, piloted by Jimmy Leeward, has crashed and that he perished in the crash. There are reports of injuries are on the ground from the crash.
Our prayers to Mr Leeward’s family.
“Coconut Flyers” of Florida
“Coconut Flyers” of Ocala, Florida has posted some pictures of a restoration of Stearman that they are working on.
P-51 Precious Metal getting cleaned up
The P-51 racer “Precious Metal” is about to get some new paint.
Restoration pictures of the WW2 Fighter Aircraft Museum’s Fw190 F-8
The World War II Fighter Aircraft Foundation Museum and Restoration Center has posted some new pictures of the restoration work of the Fw190 F-8 that they are returning to airworthy condition.
photo credits to the World War II Fighter Aircraft Foundation Museum and Restoration Center
Florida Warbird: Fw 190 N126JG
The internet is a great place to solve mysteries and found out information. I am looking for information about this Fw190 that is owned by Brian O’Farrell in South Florida. This aircraft has had some restoration work done to it and has been available for sale numerous times.
Dave McDonald sent the photo below from a Classic Wings issues from 6+ years ago.
Anyone with information or photos about this aircraft, please let me know.
