Seattle is probably one of the seaplane capitals of the United States - well, at least in the lower 48. I was excited about coming out here, because I hoped I could ride in one, on a tour of Seattle from the Air, AND that I could fly one myself, which I am scheduled to do on Saturday. This aircraft is a DeHavilland Beaver, on floats, designed in 1946 (when I was 4 years old!) They were manufactured up until 1967. One of the really cool things is that they are powered by big radial engines, and have a wonderful deep throated sound when they are running. This is a classic aircraft, and it was a thrill to finally get to ride in one. I couldn't pick just one shot, so here is a view of the dock at Kenmore Air at Lake Union, and then a shot from inside of the pilot just before we took off, AND... A shot out the front window as we flew by the Spece needle. That must have been impressive for the people looking out to see the aircraft headed in their direction!
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ReplyDeleteI'd be more comfortable if my pilot were old enough to shave!
-Dean
I thought you said it was the Wright Brothers airplane that was designed when you were 4 years old.
ReplyDeleteYou must be in your glory - Are you smiling like you are 4 years old? Great photos!
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Dean: That's what Kathy said! I said that the value of youth is a much quicker reaction time, as compared to an old guy like me!
ReplyDeleteMike: VERY funny! No the Wright brothers came along AFTER I was born!
Joan: Yes, grinning from ear to ear!
Glad that you are having such a great time! Enjoy your own piloting experience on Saturday and hopefully someone else will take a picture of you. bsk
ReplyDeleteI'm jealous!
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