Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The wingless airframe was towed onto the tarmac, and safety measures were taken. Bill and volunteer Mike Borkhuis briefed in the cockpit on startup procedures and goals to accomplish. Bill shouted from the cockpit window, “Clear!” After a quick debrief, the 70-year-old Beech was pushed back into the hangar.

Tarmac

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The familiar yellow Taylorcraft is parked by a galvanized corrugated steel roof shed-style hangar. With the airplane up on blocks and tied down in the hangar, I sent Andrew a photo. One of the hangars still stands out of line with the modern homes. We hop out of the cockpit, and Andrew ties the ship to the tarmac for the night.

Airplanes

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 19, 2025

Credit: Richard Vandervord) The facilities were sparse—just two main hangars and a cluster of general aviation buildings—but the expansive tarmac made it ideal for storing aircraft awaiting conversion or maintenance. Vandals torched its cockpit around 2021, and the aircraft now lies tipped on its back, covered in graffiti.

Tail