Super Constellations in Maine

Wed Oct 07, 2009 11:01 am

I thought I would post these here so more people might see it, but the Mods are welcome to move it. These are the Connies in Maine. These folks are doing a amazing job of restoring this Bird.

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3 This hanger was built for the restoration........

4 in this condition its still one of the best looking airplanes ever built

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7 the folks behind the restoration

Wed Oct 07, 2009 5:16 pm

Thanks for the update and pics!!

Technically, these are Starliners (1649 rather than 1049) but they are still Connies in my eyes. Also, there is a thread in Vintage Aviation on these, in case a mod is interested in merging.

Regards,

Art S.

Thu Oct 08, 2009 4:04 am

Wow, great pictures! I would love to visit and see the facility. Wonder why they sprayed primer on every rivet line?

Website · Thu Oct 08, 2009 5:06 am

Great pics! Can't help looking at those R-3350's with awe. Never heard one, but I guess four of these whoppers can make a thrilling sound

Thu Oct 08, 2009 11:57 am

They are going to put a "Glass cockpit" into it as well!!!
Well done Lufthansa!

Rgds Cking

Thu Oct 08, 2009 12:25 pm

Looking good. What do they have planned for the one sitting outside which I understand is providing parts for one inside?

Thu Oct 08, 2009 1:02 pm

Cool photo's. thanks for sharing.

Thu Oct 08, 2009 1:28 pm

In general we throw around the term "restoration" pretty freely concerning the various projects we talk about. I submit that the first two photos of this thread are an accurate depiction of a true restoration.

Great photos!
Scott

Thu Oct 08, 2009 2:42 pm

The aircraft outside is being used for parts. I believe the plan is that at the end, it will get a static restoration and be donated to a museum.