Tag Archives: Canada

High Flight

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Joe Clark

My last blog was about the men who saved England, no, indeed the world. The documentary I watched about the pilots who flew in the Battle of Britain moved me. Their story overwhelmingly impressed me because of my realization of … Continue reading →

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The Cessna 180

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Joe Clark

One of the best planes Cessna developed was the Cessna 180.  Powered by a 230 horsepower Continental engine, the 180 could carry four at speeds of about 135 knots.  At the same time, she could carry a load of luggage … Continue reading →

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Veteran's Day 2010

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Joe Clark

When you’re a kid you really have no idea about the meaning behind Veteran’s Day. It is just another of those days in November, except that on the 11th, the old guys who were soldiers, sailors, airmen or Marines get … Continue reading →

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Veteran’s Day 2010

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Joe Clark

When you’re a kid you really have no idea about the meaning behind Veteran’s Day. It is just another of those days in November, except that on the 11th, the old guys who were soldiers, sailors, airmen or Marines get … Continue reading →

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