| 02-26-2010 The Spring 2010 newsletter is finally ready for download by current subscribers. Go to the Newsletter page to download it. This issue features Part I of an article about Walter Schroth's ongoing restoration of a basket-case L-5. Having had a hand in restoring over 20 military vehicles, and being an avid private pilot, Walt decided to try bringing a derelict L-5 back to life. This issue also feature the first installment of photos and recollections sent in by 85 year old Randy Swanberg, a USAAF photographer assigned to the 71st Liaison Squadron in the China-Burma-India Theater during WWII. Randy's stories make excellent reading and the majority of his pictures have never been shown in public. This issue also features a short auto-biography of Bill Stratton, founder of the International Liaison Pilots and Aircraft Association. Bill's life story might surprise you. Also included is an index of all maintenance-related articles and letters to the editor published since the first issue came out in 2002. Be sure to check out the classified ads. If you've been in the market for an L-5, now is the time to buy. There is a greater selection of flying aircraft in good condition for sale now than has been available at any one time in the last ten years. Due to the state of the economy you won't find better bargains. Last item for now. I am now serving as an advisory board member for a non-profit charitable organization called Healing Arts for Children's Hearts that is in desperate need of financial support due to severe cuts in State government funding for social services. If any of you are in a financial position to make a donation, PLEASE help us out. Go HERE to learn about this fine organization and to make a dontion. We accept donations by check or via PayPal. Your support is greatly appreciated. Jim Gray, SOPA |
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