New TBM Restoration - Wings Are Back On. First Flight Soon!

[Charlie Cartledge]

Thanks for posting pictures,I see where the spring attaches. I hope to fly tomorrow first TBM flight after 14 year restoration!

[Dan K]

...I hope to fly tomorrow first TBM flight after 14 year restoration!

Champagne's on ice.

And just remember: Pix on WIX or the flight never really happened.

[BillB24]

We put the TBM on the scales yesterday and leveled her up to record weight.

[Chappie]

Hi Bill. Good to see you guys are making steady progress.

Chappie

[BillB24]

The TBM will be on static display at the Hagerstown Aviation Museum's Wings & Wheels Expo, on 22 September at the airport terminal ramp. Our current plan is to seek approval to start the engine.

[BillB24]

The TBM's engine will not be started this Sunday at Hagerstown. We had a dry run today, and discovered a bad fuel boost pump. It will be sent away for overhaul.

[HangarFlies]

Sorry to hear... but you are so close. You did a fabulous job restoring it... Great looking bird. Look forward to seeing it complete and running.

[BillB24]

First post-restoration engine start today.

[bomberfan]

Nice job guys!! Shouldn't be too long now!!

[jtramo]

Inspiring!

[avenger2504]

Sounds gorgeous!

[Chappie]

Fan-damn-tastic! Stay in touch Bill, I've got a new Canon 70D and I need something to point it at!

Chappie

[SaxMan]

Wish I could have been there!

I will say that anytime I see an engine start or run of a new restoration it is always a thrill. However, when seeing an engine start / run of a plane that I actually worked on, that thrill went completely to a whole new level. It is something every warbird lover needs to experience. If you've always wanted to volunteer on a restoration, find one to volunteer for and DO IT!

[BillB24]

First post-restoration taxi test at Hagerstown. TR Proven in the driver's seat. 12/27/2013.

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[planenutti]

Outstanding!!!!!