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From the Antique Aircraft Association posting on Feb. 4th: We are saddened to report the passing of AAA lifetime member and retired APM Director, Melbourne J. "Mike" Wilson (94) of Cedar Rapids, IA. Mike was a fighter pilot (P-38 & P-39) in WWII, a successful businessman (Wilson Honda), a legendary motorcycle builder, racer, record holder (American Motorcyclist Association Hall of Fame inductee), sought after expert on Ryan PT-22 and Kinner engines, pilot, mentor and friend. Mike, along with the love of his life Margaret (deceased), were long time volunteers and donors here at Antique Airfield & the APM . We will miss Mike's counsel, help and boundless enthusiasm for life but imagine he is once again walking hand in hand with Margaret down a flightline somewhere, greeting old friends with a smile and a wave.

Just got word that Mike Wilson has gone West. More details later.

Sorry to report that Larry Lee and his passenger were both severely injured in an accident in Georgia. http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/local/2-injured-coweta-county-plane-crash/ngpCZ/

http://www.faa.gov/data_research/accident_incident/preliminary_data/events01/media/03_721R.txt

I had the pleasure of meeting Don at the 2004 West Coast Ryan Reunion in San Diego, Ca. The Bretanus family sends their condolences to the Hawkins family and also wish Don a speedy recovery.

It is with sadness I report that Bud Fields has Gone West. Blue Skies, Bud.

Thanks for the Post !!

I got mine from Bruce's as well and it fit perfectly.

How was it ? Any photos ?

Registered to Thomas Tornbjerg on 8-12-09 N56028 s/n 2014 Reported engine failure on final.

The Air Combat Museum in Springfield, Ill is in need of front and rear tach cables. The Boss is wanting to fly it to Oshkosh. Anyone that can help, please contact Rick @ 217-522-2181. Thanks

Reb Stimson up in Dallas (817-343-7556) is about ready to fly his completed STA restoration. His data plate came up missing. Anyone know where one might be or have a blank he can have copied ? Thanks for your help and congratulations to Reb Paul Bretanus 713-824-6480

Wow !! Thanks so much Bill for relating such a wonderful story

Thanks Chris for your offer of help. Paul Bretanus 713-824-6480