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Classic 30's Waco in flight.
Nov 11, 2017 22:50:35 #
At a small gathering at the airport, I was trying to find a friend that wanted to share e-mails. I spotted her husband and asked where she was, he pointed up. Fortunately the camera was set up and I caught them turning from base to final. Of course I e-mailed her the picture.
Nov 11, 2017 23:14:46 #
Super perspective and the perfect moment. The bright red against the clouds is so eye-catching.
Exif is not showing; what was shutter speed? I only ask because of a recent topic on shooting to get motion in the propeller.
Exif is not showing; what was shutter speed? I only ask because of a recent topic on shooting to get motion in the propeller.
Nov 11, 2017 23:54:42 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Super perspective and the perfect moment. The bright red against the clouds is so eye-catching.
Exif is not showing; what was shutter speed? I only ask because of a recent topic on shooting to get motion in the propeller.
Exif is not showing; what was shutter speed? I only ask because of a recent topic on shooting to get motion in the propeller.
I usually shoot landings Linda @ 1/320 sec. Over the years I have learned to adjust the prop blur so that an experienced pilot will know if the throttle is open or closed. Open, or full throttle will be acceptable (usually @ 1/400 sec.). Some like it really blurred, but on landing it just doesn't look right to a pilot. Also shutter speed has to be adjusted according to the engine, rpm's vary!
Thanks for those kind words my friend!
Phil
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Nov 12, 2017 00:12:12 #
Nov 12, 2017 00:32:25 #
2dawgs
Loc: Eastern Washington State
Phil,
Great shot. 60 years ago, when I was 12 or 13 and in the Meriden, Ct. Civil Air Patrol Squadron, my friend and I had our very first flight ever, in a Waco. Since we were small, pilot put us both in the front seat. Biggest thrill of my life. So glad you captured the one in the picture.
2Dawgs
Great shot. 60 years ago, when I was 12 or 13 and in the Meriden, Ct. Civil Air Patrol Squadron, my friend and I had our very first flight ever, in a Waco. Since we were small, pilot put us both in the front seat. Biggest thrill of my life. So glad you captured the one in the picture.
2Dawgs
Nov 12, 2017 00:42:30 #
jaymatt wrote:
Nice photo--even better if it’s of a friend.
I agree John, she is a tiny lady with a big heart and she was delighted with the pictures. That made it worthwhile for me!
Phil
Nov 12, 2017 00:47:33 #
2dawgs wrote:
Phil,
Great shot. 60 years ago, when I was 12 or 13 and in the Meriden, Ct. Civil Air Patrol Squadron, my friend and I had our very first flight ever, in a Waco. Since we were small, pilot put us both in the front seat. Biggest thrill of my life. So glad you captured the one in the picture.
2Dawgs
Great shot. 60 years ago, when I was 12 or 13 and in the Meriden, Ct. Civil Air Patrol Squadron, my friend and I had our very first flight ever, in a Waco. Since we were small, pilot put us both in the front seat. Biggest thrill of my life. So glad you captured the one in the picture.
2Dawgs
What a great story, and a wonderful memory, thank you for sharing. There is a beauty and warmth in these classic old birds, their magical sound and beauty are worth preserving.
Phil
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Nov 12, 2017 01:12:19 #
GPS Phil wrote:
At a small gathering at the airport, I was trying to find a friend that wanted to share e-mails. I spotted her husband and asked where she was, he pointed up. Fortunately the camera was set up and I caught them turning from base to final. Of course I e-mailed her the picture.
Boy does your photo bring back some memories. Some years ago a co-worker asked my wife and I if we wanted to go flying with him?
He fly's a 1940 Waco. His plane was a military trainer back in its day. He is also a stunt pilot.
We thought we were going on a nice Sunday morning flight up the Columbia George. Wrong! He took that plane through his routine. Holy ....!!!
Fortunately a friend was there filming it. No one would believe what we/he did if they didn't see it. Thanks for posting. This is awesome.
Nov 12, 2017 01:40:11 #
Plymouth34 wrote:
Boy does your photo bring back some memories. Som... (show quote)
Man, that is a memory, I can't thank you enough for sharing it. I hang out at the local airport where they have restored more than a few Waco's, many of them winning top honors at Oshkosh. Many stories like yours are shared on a weekly basis, better than Television! Thanks again!
Phil
Nov 12, 2017 02:13:22 #
Oh yes, that was better than a A ticket at Disneyland.
I really enjoy seeing the old stuff restored. I am retired so to fill my time helping restore old military equipment at our local Army museum/army base. Tanks, howitzers, jeeps
and so on. I thought when I got out of the service I'd never go near a Army base again. What's the saying, "never say never".
I really enjoy seeing the old stuff restored. I am retired so to fill my time helping restore old military equipment at our local Army museum/army base. Tanks, howitzers, jeeps
and so on. I thought when I got out of the service I'd never go near a Army base again. What's the saying, "never say never".
Nov 12, 2017 03:39:07 #
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Nov 12, 2017 13:11:33 #
Leicaflex wrote:
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Excellent timing for a good photograph.
Well taken.
.Excellent timing for a good photograph.
Well taken.
I appreciate that, we were losing the light ,fast, and I was fortunate to get the shot!
Phil
Nov 12, 2017 13:16:09 #
nimbushopper wrote:
Great shot, nice clouds too!
Thanks nimbushopper, 20 min. later there were too many of them. The light was gone and so was I!
Phil
Nov 12, 2017 15:34:42 #
Great timing and perspective Phil, the grey clouds make the red really stand out! Excellent shot. 
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