New Warbird on (my) block- Frederick MD CAF TBM

MattP38 · **Joined:** Sat May 20, 2006 7:36 pm **Posts:** 273

warbirddriver wrote:

MattP38 wrote:

SaxMan wrote:

It was one of the FPL birds from Newfoundland. Glad to see that she is going to get the attention she deserves. I remember when the local CAF chapter first acquired her. IIRC, the final CAF Airshow at Frederick, MD was a TBM "Reunion" to celebrate the acquisition. I believe 7 TBMs showed up for that show. It was really cool, because they were in a myriad of markings, from the standard blue-grey 1942-43 paint, to the tri-color paint jobs, to the Atlantic white/grey ASW paint jobs to the late-war/post-war paint jobs. A veritable feast of TBMs.

Thanks for the info. I remember hearing about that Avenger reunion, it sounded excellent. It is a shame that show does not take place anymore. I never got down and always wanted to. I would love to see Ida Red someday, the Atlantic scheme is my favorite finish.

Hey Matt,

Ida Red will be at the Middleton, OH show the weekend of September 20th and at Terre Haute, IN the weekend of October 4th. Come on by and say hi. We'll probably fly her a few more times before the really cold weather sets in. And if you feel the erge to get your hands dirty this winter the plane is based in Monroe, MI; stop on by during the annual. Everyone is welcome!

Saxman;

FPL is based in Fredrickton, New Brunswick. Don't be pissing off the newfies! lol

Glenn

Glenn, I can't tell you how much I appreciate the invite! I think that is my first from the warbird world. Unfortunately, school has resumed and I need to make that my focus. Further more, I am in the S/E area of PA, so it would be a hell of a hike out for me. If I could I would. Hopefully you folks will make it out this way one season. I personally feel that it would be more than appropriate to display Ida during MAAM's WWII weekend. The Battle of the Atlantic is not that well known, and having a bird like Ida would offer a great visual as well as a chance to discuss that area of the Second World War. Thank you again for the offer, and enjoy the rest of the season. One question, who owns the Avenger in the Atlantic finish without the turret?

Thanks,

Matt

warbirddriver · **Posted:** Tue Sep 09, 2008 9:36 am

>> One question, who owns the Avenger in the Atlantic finish without the turret? <<

Hi Matt,

that TBM is now in California. I forget the name of the fellow who owns it, but it was restored by former Grumman test pilot Corky Meyers. It's a former RCN bird.

If you can get Russ to stroke a check for Ida to go to Reading we'll be happy to fly there.

Glenn

MattP38 · **Joined:** Sat May 20, 2006 7:36 pm **Posts:** 273

warbirddriver wrote:

>> One question, who owns the Avenger in the Atlantic finish without the turret? <<

Hi Matt,

that TBM is now in California. I forget the name of the fellow who owns it, but it was restored by former Grumman test pilot Corky Meyers. It's a former RCN bird.

If you can get Russ to stroke a check for Ida to go to Reading we'll be happy to fly there.

Glenn

Glenn,

Thanks! That is another sharp Avenger, I would love to see it get a turret. Give Ida a wingman.

Incoming PM.

bobbrunn · **Posted:** Tue Sep 09, 2008 10:19 pm

Always great to see another Avenger on the mend! Speaking of Corky Meyer, does anyone know if he is still alive ? His book that came out a few years ago was excellent.

Willy · **Posted:** Wed Sep 10, 2008 9:26 am

As various Avengers are flying in rebuilt WW.2 condition, I would prefer to see one in fire-fighting trim.

Regards

Willy

AirJimL2 · **Posted:** Wed Sep 10, 2008 9:43 am

Thanks for the update. I am very excited to hear this project will become active again and someday will return to the air. We need all the flying Turkeys we can get.

Jim

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