Scudrunners

She just came out of annual. 
I had to take her to a few spots. Partially to see if can remember how to land on the grass and partially to paint the tires green. 

Walk a little closer so I can see more airplane. You can blur the registration.

I really miss grass ... only operate off paved runways, now  :(

Nothing finer than leaves in your tailwheel in the springtime!

I have found other things there, too ...

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Well that poor bugger's not going to be eating anymore stray French fries over by the burger stand.

Stinson?

Yessir! 108-1. (sort of a -2, It has a baggage door and rudder trim attachments)


Col I see your bird and raise you this:


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Also took the C180 out for a few bounce and go's:


Home Turf:
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What the hell kind of animal is that?  And why was it carrying a pistol?

Gun on a pintle mount on a helicopter?

It was an ISIS suicide swallow. Tried to dive at my rotor. 
Before I could announce it, my crew chief cried out: "HOLY SHIT!!!! A bird just exploded on my gun!!!!!"
First confirmed kill of the deployment. 




John:
It swivels for/aft and up/down.  Mechanical stops prevent it from shooting vital parts on the helicopter.