Monthly Archives: April 2010

Russian Be.200 Multi-purpose Amphibian

Posted on April 21, 2010 by deditor

The Be.200 is a multi-purpose, utility amphibian which has the capability of “skim and drop” thousands of gallons of water on raging forest fires. By: Norm Goyer A converted Grumman F7 Tigercat water bomber saved my neck on a mountain … Continue reading →

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How It Got Started

Posted on April 21, 2010 by deditor

By: Norm Goyer Aviation has a fascinating history. From the first lighter-than-air balloon flights, of the 1800s, to supersonic and unmanned flights of current aircraft. Aviation development seems to follow scientific discovery such as new synthetic materials and satellite global positioning … Continue reading →

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The Benny Howard Gang, Pete, Mike, Ike and Mister Mulligan

Posted on April 14, 2010 by deditor

Benny Howard started his designing career with a trio of small racing aircraft, including the Mike. Yes, that is Benny standing by his aircraft, which he designed, built and flew in the races. By: Norm Goyer One of my friends … Continue reading →

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The Russian Airliner that Devastated the Polish Nation

Posted on April 14, 2010 by deditor

By: Norm Goyer This column was a bit difficult to research. As I attempted to download information about the Tupolev 154 airliner that crashed and killed the Polish President and cabinet members, I discovered that somebody in cyber land didn’t … Continue reading →

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Grumman TBF/TBM Torpedo Bomber

Posted on April 7, 2010 by deditor

The Grumman TBF/TBM Avenger was one of the best torpedo bombers ever designed. It excelled at submarine destruction. By: Norm Goyer When I was in Junior High School in Northampton, Massachusetts I had a neighborhood friend who would help me … Continue reading →