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Classic Fighter makes it back.....Safe!!

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Tue Feb 28, 2012 8:14 pm

Classic Fighter makes it back.....Safe!!

P-51 makes a safe landing after having trouble with the landing gear. Bob Hoover was contacted for some advice to get the gear to drop!!!

A story with a good outcome!!

http://blog.al.com/live/2012/02/vintage ... ds_sa.html
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Tue Feb 28, 2012 8:34 pm

Re: Classic Fighter makes it back.....Safe!!

old guys rule....!
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Wed Feb 29, 2012 3:21 am

Re: Classic Fighter makes it back.....Safe!!

Famous pilot and Ace Bob Hoover? =D> =D>
Hats off to a truly great one.

I guess I'm just a young fella..... :)
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