My youngest daughter named him “Lurkey the Turkey”. This was last Easter, so someone has probably already eaten him by now.

If you really must know…

http://www.theamericanrestaurantkc.com

Here then is the dinner menu. The sixth course is the cheese trolly, of course (I’ll have the Stilton in your honor, Bridget).

Of course we’ll kick things off with a few cocktails (yes, the have Lagavulin Scotch), then a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, followed by a nice Bordeaux or California Meritage. A snifter of Remy XO is my preferred after dinner drink. At midnight the manager and the sommelier come out and sabre several magnums, much to the delight of the crowd.

So, Indian Ocean for the Jonses?

I realize now my comments on the J-3 thread will make no sense, as I confused R.weaver with Rover 73 (who does help with volunteer work at Old Warden, including cleaning the antique aeroplanes with Robbo, Bridget, etc.)

Really, someone needs to publish a directory with photos and bios and stuff like that…it’s getting crowded in here.

Oh, and on the topic of New Year’s Eve I shall be flying through several bottles of Champagne and a six course dinner with Mrs. P at our favorite restaurant.

No, not McDonalds, Mr. Hiscock.

Mr. Horowitz,

If possible, could you share with us any memories or reflections on flying the B-17? What was it like with a full bomb load and full fuel? Did you favor a particular model (F or G) or was there a difference between the Boeing and Vega aircraft? Also, what did you do after Feb. 1944? Did you come home to instruct, or did the Air Corp release you?

Also, any insights as to what an average day was like in Foggia? Food? Quarters? Time off?

Sorry to ask so many questions, but like so many others here I’m from the movie generation. Most of what we know of the war comes from books, documentaries, and movies (12 O’Clock High being my personal favorite). Your views would be most welcome and appreciated. In return, you can fly my AT-6F Texan (built 1944 and served at Dalhart, TX). 🙂

Sincerely,

Stephen Patterson

Welcome to the forum, Jules. Even though the Brits dominate here, we still manage to have an American contingent. I look forward to your contributions on this board, as nothing can replace first person experience and narrative.

I hope you get the chance to attend the Sun N Fun airshow in Lakeland, FL next April. It’s usually a pretty good warbird show, and I would love the opportunity to meet you. Of course, I occasionally travel to England. If you haven’t been back since the war let me give you a little advice. Nothing has changed. They still ration (ice cubes, mostly), and the beer is far from cold. But they do love their airplanes, these British.

Again, it’s a pleasure to welcome you to the forum.

Steve Patterson

I’m going to give “The Aviator” a B, which would have been a B+ if it hadn’t been a 3 hour movie. I agree with everything that Brad said in his original post, although I don’t think there will be a sequal. The flying scenes with “Hell’s Angels”, the XF-11 (or whatever it was) and the Spruce Goose are VERY good, and well worth the price of a ticket. Cate Blanchett steals the show with her Katherine Hepburn, but this is a strong cast with great performances from Alan Alda and Alec Baldwin. Also, there’s enough eye candy to keep you occupied for the three plus hours of this Scorcese epic (Hey, Howard liked pretty girls). Go see it, you’ll be glad you did.

This is the one I like…

“Oh, forgive us Father Daz, we’ve been naughty!”

“That’s OK, my children, but I’m afraid you both need a good spanking”

“Oh, Father Daz!”

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It’s times like this I wish I had an alias (seeing as I’m the only one on this forum that hasn’t got one).