B-17 Swamp Ghost news

[hang the expense]

D am n good points guys which are missed by a few people on this thread.

[gary1954]

wut. ...wut. ..wut. ....

and suddenly the defecation impacted with the rotary oscillator

[WIXMOD-Baker]

It's a bit hard to tell whether some people are funning or not. Discussion of the topic is fine, it just appeared that some of it was a bit personal. If not, I'd better be the one to relax.

Guys, relax. Please.

Oh here we go, whats the problem now? Nobody is saying anything political so whats the beef.I'm just teasing some guy who may or may not live in his mommas basement.We are discussing the issue and the fact that we don't like it.

[RobC]

The Ghost was in better shape before it was disassembled, but not better off. When removed from the swamp, there was a lot of cutting of pieces, which really sucks. But everything below the waterline is crunchy peanut butter. It was a matter of time before the rest of the plane joined it.

I used to go to alot of west coast airshows and there was a group from the Travis Air Museum raising funds for years to finance the recovery. Was that just a scam? I never saw the museum mentioned as a potential new home even after it was recovered by others.

[hang the expense]

The Ghost was in better shape before it was disassembled, but not better off. When removed from the swamp, there was a lot of cutting of pieces, which really sucks. But everything below the waterline is crunchy peanut butter. It was a matter of time before the rest of the plane joined it.

I used to go to alot of west coast airshows and there was a group from the Travis Air Museum raising funds for years to finance the recovery. Was that just a scam? I never saw the museum mentioned as a potential new home even after it was recovered by others.

I don't think it was a scam as they were actively trying to buy the plane. Unfortunately they were not dealing with the right people and were not able to get the plane. My grandmother always said "You gotta know Joe".Its a southern thing.

[hang the expense]

The Ghost was in better shape before it was disassembled, but not better off. When removed from the swamp, there was a lot of cutting of pieces, which really sucks. But everything below the waterline is crunchy peanut butter. It was a matter of time before the rest of the plane joined it.

I used to go to alot of west coast airshows and there was a group from the Travis Air Museum raising funds for years to finance the recovery. Was that just a scam? I never saw the museum mentioned as a potential new home even after it was recovered by others.

True dat. Not to mention dropping one of the wings on end(right wing I think) and wrinkling it up a bit.

[mustangdriver]

As per our interview with the museum director the display is going to be indoors, and in a diorama setting.

[JohnS]

As per our interview with the museum director the display is going to be indoors, and in a diorama setting.

I think the concern in this thread all comes from the statement below which is a direct quote from the article mentioned in the original posting.

"The museum said when funds are received and restoration is complete, the B-17E Flying Fortress will be on display in a specially constructed outdoor exhibit, resembling the Papua New Guinea swamp in which it was found."

Article link --> http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/202375641.html?id=202375641

If this is not the case and she will be displayed inside then this is great news. It would be appreciated if you could post the link to your interview with the museum director.

[TAdan]

I'm really hoping that they just meant to say "specially constructed outdoor STYLE exhibit."

Either way glad that the Ghost has found a museum home and will be looked after.

[Mike]

The Museum's own press release specifically mentions a 'garden setting of the exhibit'. To my mind, that signifies that it will initially be outside. The press release then mentions the plan to eventually display it in the hangar after funds (they mention $5m) are raised for restoration.

http://www.pacificaviationmuseum.org/ne ... rrives.pdf

[TAdan]

I asked on the P.A.M. Facebook page if the Ghost would be dispalyed outside and if so if it would be protected. This was their reply.

Aloha Dan. Yes, the Swamp Ghost will be displayed outside between Hangars 37 and 79. We're testing a new sugar-based protective coating that goes on clear and won't degrade. It's currently being used, quite successfully, on building facades and could work on aircraft. Mahalo for your interest, we'll keep you posted

As I said, I'm glad to hear that she will be on display at a reputable museum. I hope they are able to get her inside ASAP.

[Chris Brame]

We're testing a new sugar-based protective coating that goes on clear and won't degrade.

Is it called "Shimmer"?
"It's a floor wax and a dessert topping!"

[TAdan]

Just saw a picture on Facebook, Swamp Ghost is now inside at the Pacific Aviation Museum.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid ... =1&theater

[B-17 guy]

Man I'd love to see some interior pics!

[over/out]

Do'nt worry about ANYTHING! according to the History Channel a few weeks ago, one of the islands has a deep crack all along and past it so that area WILL fall/slide into the ocean and ALL the islands will be wiped out and a huge tsunami will hit the west coast and take that (and any warbirds there) out to sea! and this WILL happen any time now!! BUT! they said on the GOOD (?? ??) side, there will come up a NEW set of islands!! well so much for that.... Take care,.. Go outside,.. take a deep breath,.. and have a Beer! Oh Look !.....That cloud looks like Snoopy!!