Cub Driver wrote:

I couldn't find the dent when I went looking on that day, but I'm not sure I
looking anywhere near where the bottle hit. From what I hear the skin is
dented.

I studied the nose of the plane on Saturday, from the walkway just
above it (and separated from the plane by a glass or plastic barrier).
I definitely saw a dent on the port side, fairly low, and I think
behind the pilot glass. It was not large, and I suppose could have
been in the plane as restored.

(It was not mirror-smooth overall.)

I'll have to go back for another look. I should wait until the curator for the
plane is out at Udvar-Hazy and ask him to show me.



A wonderful museum, Margy. I even approved of the food facilities! (No
decisions to make!) The only downer for me was the temperature of the
gift shop. I was under strict orders to bring back something for my
granddaughters that was suitable for winter wear (no T-shirts) and I
very nearly passed out from the heat, humidity, and jostle.

It is wonderful. Good news and bad the Subway is temporary until the McDonald's
complex is finished (If it's like downtown it will be McDonalds, Boston Market
and Donato's Pizza). I try to avoid the gift shop as it's hard on the credit
card, but temperature variations in the building are being worked on, so I'm sure
it's on the list. If the gift shop is too hot, drop by my office where I have,
on occasion, worn my coat!

Margy



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