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Oct 25th, 2011 at 9:54pm

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I know I haven't been heard from around here in a bit, but here I am again....and although I don't have any fall colours to show like Doug, or a new camera to show off its abilities, I can show you how my Sunday morning went after an early call from my friend Hal. Some older members here will remember my fortunate exploits with him in an RV-6, in a Piper Vagabond and even a ride in a Super Stearman.....well, this one was just his truck(172), as he calls it - that's him putting his new RV-3 back in the hangar beyond the Cessna.....on with it now,  ...enjoy.....



The day started early, and a little overcast - more or less a gray day......

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Heading out towards Comox Lake, things are starting to brighten, but still ....gray...

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And finally, a burst into the open where the colours show the beauty of our area....

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To the north of the Beaufort, the high level of the terrain is starting to develop the well known winter blanket of white.............

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Flying a low approach to the Comox Glacier from the north and into the sun.....

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Dancing around the snow caps, we can see there is some fresh white up here.........

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Approaching the Glacier from the back side, we see clouds in the sun over the mainland..........

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It's always a nice day when you get above the clouds..........looking back to the island during the return from Powell River..........

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Reply #1 - Oct 27th, 2011 at 10:57pm

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What a scenic flight!  Thanks for taking us along.
 

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Reply #2 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:08am

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Super shots Ken. That scenery is stunning. Cool
 

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Reply #3 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:17am

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Cor, blimey, Ken... Shocked...!

That looks...COLD!...Brrrrr!.... Shocked...!

I would have had to have had the Carb Heat pipe directed up my trouser leg during the flight!
(Fuel injected 172?... Cry....)... Grin...!

Don't you miss the "warmth?" on Northern England?

Paul.... Smiley...!
 

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Reply #4 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:54am

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Great shots Ken, though it helps to live where your do (got a guest room by chance Grin)

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Reply #5 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 11:21am

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Awesome shots Ken...thanks for taking us along.... Wink

Say, while I think about it, what ever happened to that big Mars Flying Boat out your way?

Did you buy it and turn it into your very own private boat?... Grin
 

Cheers...Happy Landings...Doug
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Reply #6 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 3:25pm

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Those are lovely Ken, thanks for not posting any bikes... I'm struggling without Grin Grin Grin
 

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Reply #7 - Oct 28th, 2011 at 5:05pm

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ozzy72 wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 3:25pm:
Those are lovely Ken, thanks for not posting any bikes... I'm struggling without Grin Grin Grin



Have I missed something Ozzy, are you bike-less. Not a point related problem I hope Huh

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Reply #8 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 8:48pm

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Fozzer wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:17am:
Cor, blimey, Ken... Shocked...!

Don't you miss the "warmth?" on Northern England?

Paul.... Smiley...!


T'was fine Paul, we had the cabin heat on and never ventured above 7000'............
 

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Reply #9 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 8:51pm

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expat wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:54am:
Great shots Ken, though it helps to live where your do (got a guest room by chance Grin)

Matt

Sorry Matt, only a tent in the back, but the  reality is that the rainy season is upon us now....have to wait for the spring for a real good visit, unless of course, you are a skier.....
 

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Reply #10 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 8:54pm

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Flying Trucker wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 11:21am:
Awesome shots Ken...thanks for taking us along.... Wink

Say, while I think about it, what ever happened to that big Mars Flying Boat out your way?

Did you buy it and turn it into your very own private boat?... Grin

Doug, as far as I know, they only have one "in service" Mars now. They will give tours during the summer season for the one they have on the back of the apron, but I think they are now scavenging that one for parts.....bit of a shame.....operating cost must be a big factor and availability of parts to keep even the one of them in the air will be a drawback.....
 

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Reply #11 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 8:55pm

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ozzy72 wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 3:25pm:
Those are lovely Ken, thanks for not posting any bikes... I'm struggling without Grin Grin Grin

Just let me know what kind of bike shots you need for your  "fix" Mark, and I'll gladly get you more than you can stand to look at, at any sitting !......any news yet on your situation ?
 

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Reply #12 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 9:02pm

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Hagar wrote on Oct 28th, 2011 at 4:08am:
Super shots Ken. That scenery is stunning. Cool

Doug, I'd trade in a flash for some of the fine venues you present to us - I can assure you that your attendance with your camera at the fly-ins you visit brings many a smile to my face and the face of everyone else......Thank YOU !  Cool
 

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Reply #13 - Oct 29th, 2011 at 9:03pm

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BigTruck wrote on Oct 27th, 2011 at 10:57pm:
What a scenic flight!  Thanks for taking us along.

My pleasure Justin.....I mean it, it was my pleasure to be up there above the Glacier......
 

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Reply #14 - Oct 30th, 2011 at 6:41pm

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Shocked Shocked Shocked Amazing shots, you are very lucky!  Wink Those mountains look absolutely stunning.
 

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