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Here are a whole bunch of pictures -- and videos -- of the MATS
Constellation's visit to Iowa City this past weekend. http://www.alexisparkinn.com/2004_iowa_city_fly-in.htm Mary and I were able to log some right-seat time in that big, beautiful bird, with 84 (?) year old Frank Lang in the Captain's chair. (See the video of Mary at the controls...) Man, he's a smooth stick, effortlessly sliding that humongous aircraft onto Rwy 25 with plenty of room to spare... It was awesome, and a bit intimidating. The Connie is VERY heavy on the controls, but the rudder(s) are quite effective! I was able to run the beast through some standard-rate, 180 degree turns, at 2000 feet, and it was very, very cool... We're still giggling! ;-) -- Jay Honeck Iowa City, IA Pathfinder N56993 www.AlexisParkInn.com "Your Aviation Destination" |
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