Hops ‘n Props last Saturday night was held in the Commemorative Center Hangar and was a big success. HSW volunteers shadowed most of the HQ and Museum Staff so that we will be ready to take over the event next year. Many thanks to all who participated.
The Beech Model D18S, which was recently brought to Midland by members of the High Sky Wing from the defunct New Mexico Wing, was officially assigned to the High Sky Wing last week. The plans are for it to be brought up to flying status and then to be used for the rides program. As a part of this transaction, the Stinson S105 Voyager (N23784) and Fairchild J2K (N81348) will be reassigned.
You can also buy tickets through the High Sky Wing.
Contact gena@52.15.223.162 or 432-528-0997
N79AG, a 1952 Beech Model D18S, arrived in Midland this afternoon after a brief flight from the now-defunct New Mexico Wing in Hobbs. The pilot for the ferry flight was Col James Martin, who owns a similar aircraft. His co-pilot was Col Bob Keating. The chase crew, in our T-28, consisted of Col Mark Haskin, pilot, and Col Michael Clinton, photographer/videographer/assistant to the pilot/jack of all trades. A special thanks to Col Steve Clinton for transporting the ferry crew to Hobbs in his personal vehicle.
Congratulations to all those involved in bringing this airplane to Midland. It’s fate is uncertain, but HQ should be reassigning the aircraft in the near future.
N79AG arriving.
L to R: Col’s Michael Clinton and Mark Haskin, chase plane; Col’s Bob Keating and James Martin, ferry crew.
The Pilots of the High Sky Wing would like to invite all wing members to “Dinner & a Movie” on Saturday, March 22nd starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Commemorative Center Hangar. A taco/nacho bar will be provided followed by a movie. Admission is free, but donations to needy aircraft will be gratefully accepted. Come out and join us for a fun filled evening hosted by our pilots!
