I was wrong. My grandfather bought the plane and then sold it to Otto. I can get the full story of the plane and some pictures. Thanks for the memories. My grandfather was in love with the air all his life, and there are 3 generations in my family of aviators.
Stencil on the Wing most likely says: Achtung beim Klappen Bolzen einrücken u. sichern Roter Knopf nach oben which roughly translates to: Care while folding Engage/insert bolt and secure Red button up Really cool to see these old instructions.
Good Translation! but the original Stencil K on Klappen should not be written as a capital letter!Mistery! it might be a secret hint to a hidden third Reich treasure in Chile!
Fascinating aircraft and so original! I like that it is to be carefully restored by knowledgeable and skilled people to a high standard and authenticity!
Awesome project! Please document literally all of it and make a super TH-cam series! One of my dreams it rebuild a plane and this would really assist me in planning it out.
Mrcaffinebean With all the vintage war aircrafts Kermit owns & his years flying acrobatics, he probably has hundreds, if not thousands of connections to ppl in the vintage aircraft industry, that he can source parts from. What an amazing way to spend your life & your time! Sourcing parts, acquiring vintage war planes, & flying them from your own personal airfield & hangers. Not to mention, having your own staff of specialists, employed to restore & maintain your fleet. I can't think of too many better ways to spend your money & time. So awesome!
super nice plane! it's a sculpture. the interior is fantastic. i would so love to fly that thing. lot's a respect to you guys, kermit and paul. from germany, bob
When I was stationed in Alamogordo NM in the mid 80s I stopped by the little airport to look around. Heard of a few used ultralight aircraft and wanted to look at them. Just strolling around I see a hanger door open and of course I looked in and seen a 108 a guy was working on. Never seen one before. Didn't think to much about it and moved on. If I remember right it was blue and white just like yours. I wonder.
I saw an ME 108 at an airshow in about 1980, in BC Canada. It was blue, I think, and I talked to the owner. He had a strong German accent. This is all I can remember. It might have been this airplane.
Looking forward to the rest of the series. There is also a video on youtube showing the factory construction of the 108 which is really interesting to see.
What a cool job. I want to work there. Thanks for sharing your passion for restoring old plans. I love the picture of the warehouse there are some real gems in there.
Awesome plane. A bit sad that the original engine will not be used. I would think that would be important, especially since that engine managed to stay with its original airframe for so many decades.
Great walkaround video. I haven't seen a 108 in many years, back in the late 70's / early 80's there were 2 or 3 at the Hamilton, ON show each year (including one of the nose gear birds.)
What an interesting project. YT has a video entitled: MESSERSCHMITT BF-108 TAIFUN AIRPLANE FACTORY BAVARIA GERMANY 74532 Maybe some of the individuals who built your plane are in the video!
Could you leave it in Civilian Colors at least? Pretty much all 108s flying now are painted in Faux 109 Colors and it would be lovely to see it in one of the Civilian Schemes.
Too be fair, the "Faux 109" colors are often the way they appeared in military service, but agreed that it does look very good in this creme and white scheme. (if you're interested, look at the color schemes included in Eduard's 1/48 kits of the 108, they are all historical military schemes that it flew in, look very much like 109s, but have some interesting ones, one in Yugoslavian markings, as well as one in dark blue that seems to have been one of the factory colors, but with a lighter underside and snake painted along the fuselage)
I hope they keep the colour scheme it has at the moment I do not know exactly why but I really like it. For some reason I did not know a lot about the 108 until I watched this video and have now fallen in love with it I especially like the interior those wonderful leather seats and sun blinds and the whole canopy fuselage looks very slippery.
I can't wait to see this baby flying. I had a 1/6 scale RC Taifun (German kit by the way) about 12 years ago, and I have to tell you it was one of the best flying scale models I have flown in the last 40 years. It was done in the blue and white Lufthansa scheme and was beautiful.
On top of the folding mechanism for the wing it says: Achtung beim Klappen (Take care when folding) Bolzen einrücken u. sichern (Inset/Insert and secure the bold) Roter Knopf nach oben (Red button on top)
+KermitWeeksBlogVideo *Thanks for an article about an exact contemporary of the 109 for general aviation.* The Bayerische Flugzeugwerke started building several Wilhelm Messserschmitt designs starting in 1935; the 108 and 109 share a narrow-track retractable undercarriage for road-portability on the ground. All were quite robust for their era.
That aeroplane is a bit of a time capsule and once restored will be extremely accurate. I rally like the way Paul Stecewycz comes across, I'm sure he'll do a beautiful job of restoring it. What a great machine though!
Unfortunately, there's not going to be another one until we're on the other side of this virus. We'll try to keep other type of videos coming out, as long as we can.
Kermit Weeks Thanks, Kermit. Understand, and appreciate your response. Would you consider, in the meantime, a walk round “Kermit cam” video on one or more of your Gee Bees,, your thoughts on this type a/c, and an update on their flyable status? My thanks again!
What a fascinating restoration this is going to be with some interesting challenges along the way,thank you for a most enjoyable walk around video highlighting the history of the machine plus the plans ahead for its restoration to fly again,it holds such a lot of character and I am sure that you will make a really great job of it too.
I have only built two Bf-108s so far, alas. . they were 1/5 scale flying models. . .you got to start somewhere!. . but I think that might categorize me as a real 108 enthusiast . For modellers too. .your videos are excellent. Thanks from the UK.
The Taifun was always one of my favorite planes. As it was to prewar German Grand Prix drivers. Does sometimes appear in WW2 war films in lieu of ME109s
They still make aluminum civil aviation aircraft with reciprocating engines. Did you think otherwise or are you just waxing nostalgic because that's the "thing" to do in comment sections about "historic" vehicles?
The difference between the planes of today is that the cockpit isn't filled with Ipads and Garmins, the paint lines are simple yet very pleasing to the eye, and it was built in an era where the plane was made and you actually had to have skill to fly it compared to all of the aircraft made today where it is built around any average joe pilot being able to hop in and go. It's not about the plane specifically, although it is a beautiful piece of hardware, but it is about the bygone era of actual flying.
This is a good new. I began to think that this plane will never fly again. It is the only one in the original state, with some spanish instruments. Very cool to fly, but not aerobatic; Good luck to Kermitt 's team.The french Messerschmitt factory built it since 1942 and I have one reengined with a Renault engine, more reliable as the Argus.
There is a photo of what is most likely this plane in a book "Messerschmitt Aircraft Designer" a Doubleday & Company pub, by Armand van Ishoven in 1975, on pg 86.
great to see another bf108 taifun comes to life one day again. Maybe you guys can talk to the "Flugmuseum Messerschmitt" in germany, they also have one that is flying around
15:44 The text in the wings says: "Achtung beim Klappen Bolzen einrücken u. sichern Roter Knopf nach oben" ... means "Attention when folding Engage and secure the bolt Red button up" maybe this helps. By the way, nice video, I like it very much. Greetings from Germany.
Mike Hawkins. Three of these aircraft were owned by the German Embassy in London in 1939. They were taken over, painted in standard RAF green/brown/duck egg blue camouflage with roundels. Named "Aldon" they were based at RAF Andover in Hampshire. I saw one fly once, but the word was that pilots would not fly them in case they were taken for a Bf 109 ! This was a reasonable assumption at that time.
Man this is good stuff! All kinds of things I didn't know. Like what the small prop was for and the use of magnesium in the wingtips, and the fact that you can TIG weld magnisium (I used to TIG weld but had no idea). This plane is like the predecessor of the Spitfire which won the Schneider Trophey in 1931 (Supermarine S.6B. ) More Mechanic's Corner please!
Super project! The 108 is my favorite airplane since I read the book "Eine Frau fliegt mit..." by Inge Stölting, 1939 (A woman flies with you...), about a 44000 km journey down to South America. Lot's of pictures and flying history. Would love to fly a 108. What type of clock is installed? I will follow this project with joy.
The holes towards the tail could have gotten elongated from using a tow bar that didn't fit right or one that was wore out from being used alot. It's still common practice on folding wing aircraft to hook a tow bar through the tail for towing. I read an old Avid Flyer construction manual earlier today and it also tows this way.
Wow 350 hours prior to 1942. Probably pressed into civilian service for the German war effort. REally nice project for you! Congratualtions on such an original aircraft, I work on ORIGINAL vintage and antique cars and recently had a 1922 Oldsmobile in with 2500 original miles and original paint interior etc... Aluminum V8 engine in 1922 cast at the BOHN foundry in detroit. The originality is so wonderful to study and replicate.
please hurry with part 2. Love the mechanical videos. It is nice the real people behind flying aircraft are recognized. Stick jockeys just claim the fame. NO BOLTS, NO FLY
Paul - Were you ever at Weeks' museum at Tamiami Airport? You look familiar for some reason. {Yeah, I'm one of those never-forgets-a-face types.} I lived in Dade County from 1988 to 1995.....
Absolutely passionate and dedicated presentation. Interesting about the added on gas tank in the baggage compartment, and the modded battery placement. I wonder if that compromised the balance of the aircraft. 5 gallon tank? How much more range did that give the 108?
Correct me if am wrong, but was that the same plan in the movie The Great Escape. When James Gardner was helping the blind character in the movie to get to Switzerland, they stole the the plane. I remember when he had the blind guy turn the crank to start it.... Love the lines on the ME108 SWEET!! 😊
Yes I had my suspicions too but indeed aircraft in film was not a ME108 .....shamefully ! And it was The forger ..Donald Pleasance doing the cranking !
Wonderful airplane...you have to remember that at the time it made its first flight most airforces still relied on biplane fighters which were not faster or even slower
When I first saw the airplane I was struck by how the current paint job complements the lines of the structure and wished you could have left it as it is, but I understand that other aspects of the restoration will further affect the current paint. I guess there Is no such thing as a "Rat Rod" airplane :-)
Have you guys ever considered doing a full resto on an aircraft w/all the normal teardown & refinishing procedures that you would normally do, except excute it in a way that gives the appearance of being unrestored? Something similar to what you see happeing w/some classic car restoration or guitar manufacturing. Would it be a matter of taste thing?or is it too much work that isn't worth the results? Imo it would be an awesome way to restore a vintage aircraft. Everything new, but w/the appearance of a survivor
Great video. Feeling the itch to build an R/C version of the 108, btw - Paul Stecewycz is a great host. I am really grateful for these videos. Thanks, all involved. (PS: Is there really any airplane prior to 1970:s that Kermit doesn't own?) ;-)
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Ive missed my calling... working to bring this beauty back to life would be an honour. Best aviation channel ever.
Paul Stecewycz it's obvious you love this wonderful plane! Good luck with whatever you do with it. It's so special.
My Grandfather Emilio Schönherr was the second owner of that plane here in Chile. Thanks for this video.
That's great! We'll pass this comment on to Paul. If you have more information or pictures, he would probably like to get in touch with you.
I was wrong. My grandfather bought the plane and then sold it to Otto. I can get the full story of the plane and some pictures. Thanks for the memories. My grandfather was in love with the air all his life, and there are 3 generations in my family of aviators.
Have sent you a private message in response.
Stencil on the Wing most likely says:
Achtung beim Klappen
Bolzen einrücken u. sichern
Roter Knopf nach oben
which roughly translates to:
Care while folding
Engage/insert bolt and secure
Red button up
Really cool to see these old instructions.
Well, of course it does. (lol)
T1eke- Das kann ich bestätigen. I can corroborate that. Korrekt.
Jawohl, korrekt! Weiter machen!
Good Translation! but the original Stencil K on Klappen should not be written as a capital letter!Mistery! it might be a secret hint to a hidden third Reich treasure in Chile!
Frau Pitzler - or maybe in the Kongo.
I hope the same colors are used when it's restored. That color combo with the dark blue interior is gorgeous
Fascinating aircraft and so original!
I like that it is to be carefully restored by knowledgeable and skilled people to a high standard and authenticity!
One of the prettiest GA aircraft of all time. Can't wait to see it restored!
Awesome project! Please document literally all of it and make a super TH-cam series! One of my dreams it rebuild a plane and this would really assist me in planning it out.
Kermit is pretty good at leveraging those connections for parts! Amazing how many new parts your guys are going to be able to use!
Mrcaffinebean With all the vintage war aircrafts Kermit owns & his years flying acrobatics, he probably has hundreds, if not thousands of connections to ppl in the vintage aircraft industry, that he can source parts from. What an amazing way to spend your life & your time! Sourcing parts, acquiring vintage war planes, & flying them from your own personal airfield & hangers. Not to mention, having your own staff of specialists, employed to restore & maintain your fleet. I can't think of too many better ways to spend your money & time. So awesome!
Fascinating! Great host, he knows what he is doing. This channel is one of the gems of youtube!
super nice plane! it's a sculpture. the interior is fantastic. i would so love to fly that thing.
lot's a respect to you guys, kermit and paul. from germany,
bob
When I was stationed in Alamogordo NM in the mid 80s I stopped by the little airport to look around. Heard of a few used ultralight aircraft and wanted to look at them. Just strolling around I see a hanger door open and of course I looked in and seen a 108 a guy was working on. Never seen one before. Didn't think to much about it and moved on. If I remember right it was blue and white just like yours. I wonder.
I saw an ME 108 at an airshow in about 1980, in BC Canada. It was blue, I think, and I talked to the owner. He had a strong German accent. This is all I can remember. It might have been this airplane.
Wow that's so cool!
Thank you so much for taking the time to produce these videos and the detailed explanation of the restoration! VERY much appreciated!
Super cool airplane. Gorgeous lines with a real 30s style. Can't wait to see it running some day.
Looking forward to the rest of the series. There is also a video on youtube showing the factory construction of the 108 which is really interesting to see.
Nice plane. Even better is the care you display when talking about the plane and the restoration. Good luck with the project.
What a cool job. I want to work there. Thanks for sharing your passion for restoring old plans. I love the picture of the warehouse there are some real gems in there.
BRAVO ! A rescue of this nature certainly deserves applause. Make it beautiful . I hope I get to see the result .
I cant wait to see it finished ... its going to be AWESOME
Great narration and very informative. Will be interesting to see the build
Awesome plane. A bit sad that the original engine will not be used. I would think that would be important, especially since that engine managed to stay with its original airframe for so many decades.
Wow, what a cool little plane. Love to see it restored.
Very interesting Paul, thanks- looking forward to seeing the project progress!
Can't wait to see this thing flying. Thanks for the videos.
Great walkaround video. I haven't seen a 108 in many years, back in the late 70's / early 80's there were 2 or 3 at the Hamilton, ON show each year (including one of the nose gear birds.)
This is a beautiful aircraft! I love this era of aviation. I'm very excited to see the next installment. Thank you for posting this.
What an interesting project. YT has a video entitled: MESSERSCHMITT BF-108 TAIFUN AIRPLANE FACTORY BAVARIA GERMANY 74532 Maybe some of the individuals who built your plane are in the video!
Could you leave it in Civilian Colors at least? Pretty much all 108s flying now are painted in Faux 109 Colors and it would be lovely to see it in one of the Civilian Schemes.
I think the Bare Metal Look of the Lufthanse Models would be probably the coolest on it.
Yeah I too think they should keep it in civilian colors
Too be fair, the "Faux 109" colors are often the way they appeared in military service, but agreed that it does look very good in this creme and white scheme. (if you're interested, look at the color schemes included in Eduard's 1/48 kits of the 108, they are all historical military schemes that it flew in, look very much like 109s, but have some interesting ones, one in Yugoslavian markings, as well as one in dark blue that seems to have been one of the factory colors, but with a lighter underside and snake painted along the fuselage)
Totally and wholeheartedly agree...
I hope they keep the colour scheme it has at the moment I do not know exactly why but I really like it.
For some reason I did not know a lot about the 108 until I watched this video and have now fallen in love with it I especially like the interior those wonderful leather seats and sun blinds and the whole canopy fuselage looks very slippery.
I can't wait to see this beauty finished!
Beautyful aircraft ....would like to see it full restorated and flying again.
I can't wait to see this baby flying. I had a 1/6 scale RC Taifun (German kit by the way) about 12 years ago, and I have to tell you it was one of the best flying scale models I have flown in the last 40 years. It was done in the blue and white Lufthansa scheme and was beautiful.
Absolutely fantastic vid. Please do more. Thanks !!!!
It amazes me how luxurious these acft were. This will be a cool acft to own and fly today.
Love the Taifun, and this will be a treat to watch!
On top of the folding mechanism for the wing it says:
Achtung beim Klappen (Take care when folding)
Bolzen einrücken u. sichern (Inset/Insert and secure the bold)
Roter Knopf nach oben (Red button on top)
I have never seen one of these before now! Wow is all I can say very unique!!
+KermitWeeksBlogVideo *Thanks for an article about an exact contemporary of the 109 for general aviation.* The Bayerische Flugzeugwerke started building several Wilhelm Messserschmitt designs starting in 1935; the 108 and 109 share a narrow-track retractable undercarriage for road-portability on the ground. All were quite robust for their era.
I love the paint scheme on the plane - hope you keep it.
That aeroplane is a bit of a time capsule and once restored will be extremely accurate. I rally like the way Paul Stecewycz comes across, I'm sure he'll do a beautiful job of restoring it. What a great machine though!
How about a new episode? Loved this one!
Unfortunately, there's not going to be another one until we're on the other side of this virus. We'll try to keep other type of videos coming out, as long as we can.
Kermit Weeks Thanks, Kermit. Understand, and appreciate your response. Would you consider, in the meantime, a walk round “Kermit cam” video on one or more of your Gee Bees,, your thoughts on this type a/c, and an update on their flyable status? My thanks again!
Awesome video. Its great that you are willing to spend the time to show others what you do. Can`t wait for part 2.
Great video. I enjoyed hearing about the history of the plane.
Looking forward to seeing this series!
What a fascinating restoration this is going to be with some interesting challenges along the way,thank you for a most enjoyable walk around video highlighting the history of the machine plus the plans ahead for its restoration to fly again,it holds such a lot of character and I am sure that you will make a really great job of it too.
I have only built two Bf-108s so far, alas. . they were 1/5 scale flying models. . .you got to start somewhere!. . but I think that might categorize me as a real 108 enthusiast . For modellers too. .your videos are excellent. Thanks from the UK.
The Taifun was always one of my favorite planes. As it was to prewar German Grand Prix drivers. Does sometimes appear in WW2 war films in lieu of ME109s
Good luck with the BF108!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A big job.
What an amazing airplane! I wish they still made em like this nowadays.
They still make aluminum civil aviation aircraft with reciprocating engines. Did you think otherwise or are you just waxing nostalgic because that's the "thing" to do in comment sections about "historic" vehicles?
The difference between the planes of today is that the cockpit isn't filled with Ipads and Garmins, the paint lines are simple yet very pleasing to the eye, and it was built in an era where the plane was made and you actually had to have skill to fly it compared to all of the aircraft made today where it is built around any average joe pilot being able to hop in and go. It's not about the plane specifically, although it is a beautiful piece of hardware, but it is about the bygone era of actual flying.
They made it after the WWII in France with modern tripod landing gear. The type was called "Nord 1101".
This is a good new. I began to think that this plane will never fly again. It is the only one in the original state, with some spanish instruments. Very cool to fly, but not aerobatic; Good luck to Kermitt 's team.The french Messerschmitt factory built it since 1942 and I have one reengined with a Renault engine, more reliable as the Argus.
It is so interesting seeing the BF-109’s landing gear attached to a GA-looking cabin.
It’s a 108 not a 109
@@haody3494 my man you replied to this guys comment 3 years later and didn't even understand what he wrote
@@firebirdaviation5074 understandable, have a nice day.
There is a photo of what is most likely this plane in a book "Messerschmitt Aircraft Designer" a Doubleday & Company pub, by Armand van Ishoven in 1975, on pg 86.
What a great job to have.
What a beauty! Greetings from Germany....
Interesting to see what colours you'll put it back in.
Great to see it in as found thanks
great to see another bf108 taifun comes to life one day again. Maybe you guys can talk to the "Flugmuseum Messerschmitt" in germany, they also have one that is flying around
15:44 The text in the wings says:
"Achtung beim Klappen
Bolzen einrücken u. sichern
Roter Knopf nach oben"
...
means
"Attention when folding
Engage and secure the bolt
Red button up"
maybe this helps. By the way, nice video, I like it very much.
Greetings from Germany.
Mike Hawkins.
Three of these aircraft were owned by the German Embassy in London in 1939. They were taken over, painted in standard RAF green/brown/duck egg blue camouflage with roundels.
Named "Aldon" they were based at RAF Andover in Hampshire. I saw one fly once, but the word was that pilots would not fly them in case they were taken for a Bf 109 ! This was a reasonable assumption at that time.
Great video can’t wait to see the progress
Beautiful. I want it!
VERY VERY good video and what a great speaker.
What a great job with that nice plane, it still keeps its CC-PWA Chilena license, I hope it's a great restoration, good luck you want a Chilean pilot.
Such a beautiful aircraft
look forward to more ,thanks
Awesome! Cool plane with just as cool a history.
Thank you for making this video. I absolutely love war birds. I know this aint one but it is a Messerschmitt. Best of luck with the Restoration!
Man this is good stuff! All kinds of things I didn't know. Like what the small prop was for and the use of magnesium in the wingtips, and the fact that you can TIG weld magnisium (I used to TIG weld but had no idea). This plane is like the predecessor of the Spitfire which won the Schneider Trophey in 1931 (Supermarine S.6B. ) More Mechanic's Corner please!
Amazing video, thank you for sharing.
I loved every second of the video!!! who knows who flew in this plane, if only the plane could talk.
What a lovely little aircraft!
Super project! The 108 is my favorite airplane since I read the book "Eine Frau fliegt mit..." by Inge Stölting, 1939 (A woman flies with you...), about a 44000 km journey down to South America. Lot's of pictures and flying history. Would love to fly a 108. What type of clock is installed? I will follow this project with joy.
The only BF108 I have ever seen was on outdoor static display at the Messerschmitt factory in Augsburg in 1977.
The holes towards the tail could have gotten elongated from using a tow bar that didn't fit right or one that was wore out from being used alot. It's still common practice on folding wing aircraft to hook a tow bar through the tail for towing. I read an old Avid Flyer construction manual earlier today and it also tows this way.
Wow 350 hours prior to 1942. Probably pressed into civilian service for the German war effort.
REally nice project for you!
Congratualtions on such an original aircraft, I work on ORIGINAL vintage and antique cars and recently had a 1922 Oldsmobile in with 2500 original miles and original paint interior etc... Aluminum V8 engine in 1922 cast at the BOHN foundry in detroit. The originality is so wonderful to study and replicate.
Amazing pies of the history! !!!
I would LOVE to have Kermit’s toys. 😁👍🏼
I built one in 1/72 scale. it looks fairly modern for a 80 year old aircraft.
thx113868 reminds me of a Cessna kind of
Fabulous !!!!!
please hurry with part 2. Love the mechanical videos. It is nice the real people behind flying aircraft are recognized. Stick jockeys just claim the fame. NO BOLTS, NO FLY
thats amazing,thank you so much for sharing
I saw a flying tricycle gear version at Tico in Titusville. It is in WW2 German markings but I wonder if any of the 'trikes' served in WW2?
Wow! Another one in the shop.
Thank you for sharing.
I remember a bf 108 Taifun at Albany International in 1990's or 2000s year. There was a Heinkel He 111 with RR Merlins.
Kermit's the man!
Paul - Were you ever at Weeks' museum at Tamiami Airport? You look familiar for some reason. {Yeah, I'm one of those never-forgets-a-face types.} I lived in Dade County from 1988 to 1995.....
Absolutely passionate and dedicated presentation. Interesting about the added on gas tank in the baggage compartment, and the modded battery placement. I wonder if that compromised the balance of the aircraft. 5 gallon tank? How much more range did that give the 108?
Correct me if am wrong, but was that the same plan in the movie The Great Escape. When James Gardner was helping the blind character in the movie to get to Switzerland, they stole the the plane. I remember when he had the blind guy turn the crank to start it.... Love the lines on the ME108 SWEET!! 😊
No it was a Bucker Bu 181 :-)
Yes I had my suspicions too but indeed aircraft in film was not a ME108 .....shamefully ! And it was The forger ..Donald Pleasance doing the cranking !
Wonderful airplane...you have to remember that at the time it made its first flight most airforces still relied on biplane fighters which were not faster or even slower
When I first saw the airplane I was struck by how the current paint job complements the lines of the structure and wished you could have left it as it is, but I understand that other aspects of the restoration will further affect the current paint. I guess there Is no such thing as a "Rat Rod" airplane :-)
Interesting video on you tube showing the building of a bf108 in pre war germany.
Ohhhh very nice to see that.
Have you guys ever considered doing a full resto on an aircraft w/all the normal teardown & refinishing procedures that you would normally do, except excute it in a way that gives the appearance of being unrestored? Something similar to what you see happeing w/some classic car restoration or guitar manufacturing. Would it be a matter of taste thing?or is it too much work that isn't worth the results? Imo it would be an awesome way to restore a vintage aircraft. Everything new, but w/the appearance of a survivor
Hermoso ...no sabía que existía ese modelo ...
Great video. Feeling the itch to build an R/C version of the 108, btw - Paul Stecewycz is a great host. I am really grateful for these videos. Thanks, all involved. (PS: Is there really any airplane prior to 1970:s that Kermit doesn't own?) ;-)
Clockwork data | diasse
"Spruce Goose" ? :)
Yes, well. That one then (for now)... ;)
Very nice information... enjoy
Very interesting, thank you.
Great vid, thanks for the in-depth look!
Beautiful plane!! Looking forward to more...