ladyryanpilot Posted December 4, 2017 Report Share Posted December 4, 2017 It is with great sadness that I am relaying that we lost Al Ball this week. I understand that Brad, his son, will be putting together a memorial sometime in mid-January. Al was our go-to for Kinner information, parts, how-tos, and restoration for as long as I can remember. Although I have only had my Ryan since 1983, I knew Al since 1980. Any trip to Santa Paula required a stop-in at his hangar, a trip for lunch or at least a tall ice tea, a lot of mutual abuse in fun and a general sharing of life’s happenings. He will be greatly missed, We are very fortunate that he passed his Kinner knowledge on to Brad years ago. Happy Landings, Al. lynne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozryan Posted December 6, 2017 Report Share Posted December 6, 2017 Hi Lynne, This is truly sad news. Al was also the Menasco and Ranger guru, and very knowledgeable on older engines generally. A great loss to the vintage aviation community. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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