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Guest Book Entries Here are the comments entered by some recent visitors. Jim Baglien from Corvallis, OR, USA, who visited on 6/11/2000 and learned about this site from A Search Engine, said: This afternoon we had the good fortune to observe, purely by chance, the Vimy flying under the rain clouds over our home. What a magnificent sight! My plane buff sons (and their dad) were nearly in hysterics as we guessed what this wonderful bird was. I hope an announced visit to a Willamette Valley airfield occurs in the not-too-distant future. Ian Scott from Philadelphia, PA, USA, who visited on 6/11/2000 and learned about this site from A Friend, said: What an awesome project. Thanks to all who have given so much of their time and expertise to recreate a portion of our common history. I hope to see the Vimy in the air some day. Pam Carter from Tukwila, WA, USA, who visited on 6/10/2000 and learned about this site from A Search Engine, said: Today was my lucky day -- I took a ride in this wonderful plane! Words can't describe the thrill of slowly cruising past over the Seattle waterfront and past the graduation ceremonies at the University of Washington. It is an experience that I will always remember. Kelley Anson from Seattle, WA , USA, who visited on 6/5/2000 and learned about this site from A Friend, said: My dad, Eldon Bryant, knows David Holbrook through completion of architectural work to his home and guest home in Friday Harbor, WA. We were fortunate enough to not only see the Vimy, but also to fly in it. Suffice to say, it was a thrill of a lifetime. I plan on seeing it again later this week when it will be at Boeing field (Approximately 6/8/00 or 6/9/00). Thank you!!! Richard Szanti from Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, who visited on 5/31/2000 and learned about this site from , said: Hello folks Just finished reading Queen (of the) African Sky in National Geographic. With my interest high I jumped on the Web to see if I could find out more about the Vimy, a beautiful aircraft. I found this site through a search engine - great data, glad I looked. But I my curiousity is still high - the National Geographic failed to cover details of the aircraft I would like to know about. For instance what were the gauges on the engine cowl ? What were the dark rectangular areas in the nose area ? How about the circular holes/cups/whatever in the underside of the upper wing ? How about some details on the engines ? What was the seat behind the pilots used for in the original ? and on and on ... And lastly, there are many modelers who might like to build a scale replica (RC maybe ?) and a set of plans and photographic details would be a nice addition either to this site for download or to the "shop" at a nominal fee. Enjoyed it all, great work ! Hope I get the opportunity to see the real thing some day. douwe blumberg from santa clarita, california, USA, who visited on 5/19/2000 and learned about this site from Another Web Site, said: Hi guys, Anyways, I am heading up a project in which we are trying to replicate the performance of a ww1 aero engine using a modern auto engine. Auto conversions are not that unusual anymore but the way we're doing it, gearing it way down to swing those huge props at the correct speed is. WE would be very much in your debt if you could make available to us any information which might prove useful. At this point we're replicating the Mercedes 180 hp which powered most of the german inline fleet. we've got a Chevy inline truck motor and at this point the planatary is being installed. accessories are being purchased as I write and a replica prop is also being made by a antique prop expert. We intend, when finished to run an extensive testing program and publish the results which, we hope, might help ease the engine problem for early aeroplane builders. Any help whatsoever would be most appreciated and aknowledged, also, what is the current disposition of the first vimy engines? Thanks, Douwe Blumberg tom claridge from fremont, calif, USA, who visited on 5/16/2000 and learned about this site from An Article or Review, said: I was struck by the string of coincidence/confluence in all the companys involved in the aircraft. BMW engines from the company that ends up owning the RR brand as applies to cars which was bought from Vickers (by VW) who built the original aircraft and now RR and BMW are partners in the jet engine company that controls the RR brand name-whew!! Fantastic airplane!! TOM Bolender John from Des Moines, WA, USA, who visited on 5/11/2000 and learned about this site from An Article or Review, said: We're looking forward with great anticipation to experiencing the Silver Queen at the Seattle Museum of Flight May 24 - 31. Thanks! Jack Kells from Lomita, Ca, USA, who visited on 5/6/2000 and learned about this site from Another Web Site, said: Followed a link from the AOPA Email newsletter on 5/5/00 & found a great site that was easy to navigate. Had some great photos too. Come on down to Torrance. Glenn C. Woodmancy from Lawrence, Kansas, USA, who visited on 5/5/2000 and learned about this site from Another Web Site, said: Good luck with the project. I hope to visit the aircraft at some airshow this year, maybe Oshkosh. the educational project is very worthwhile. I hope it grows.I was inspired as a kid by the stories of the original Vimy historic flights and became a WWII B-24 pilot as a result. I trained in PT-19 A/C so I know what open cockpit flying is like. Steve Bouressa from Saint Michael, Minnesota, USA, who visited on 5/2/2000 and learned about this site from An Article or Review, said: I have read both National Geographic articles on the Vimy and fid the whole thing quite fascinating. I believe both stories would make an excellent big screen movie! I hope to see the Vickers Vimy replica in person some day. Doug & Lindy Barnes from Aguila, AZ, USA, who visited on 4/30/2000 and learned about this site from A Vimy Project Volunteer, said: WOW! What an experience (-: M Dash from Bay Area, CA, USA, who visited on 4/30/2000 and learned about this site from A Search Engine, said: Today, I saw the Vimy fly out of Half Moon Bay after Dream Machines. It was one of the most awesome sights I've ever seen! Thank you to the entire Vimy Project Staff! mDash Dylan Marck from Honeybrook, Pennsylvania, USA, who visited on 4/22/2000 and learned about this site from An Article or Review, said: I just read the "Queen {Of The} African Sky" in my National Geographic magazine. It was a remarkable article. I just imagined myself inside of the legendary Silver Queen, with air and rain pelting at my face. It brought up a cetain nostalgia in me, which was never aroused until then. It is truly a magnificent piece of history and deserves proper respect. Roland Jillings from Brentwood, CA, USA, who visited on 4/18/2000 and learned about this site from A Friend, said: This project should help Americans education. A non American first across the pond, WOW. As an ex RAF type I am particularly impressed that someone would do this project. Note that part of an old VIMY sits in the Science Museum in London. Also they have the cockpit of the first jet to fly over the North Pole. I worked on that plane in 1953/4. Displaying 47 through 61 of 83 entries. Previous Page of Entries | Next Page of Entries

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