Sunday February 22 was my twenty-ninth wedding anniversary. Where I live, that's not such a big deal. We have people living here who have been married for longer than I have been on this planet, and that's getting to be longer than I am altogether comfortable with. Nevertheless, twenty-nine years is a personal best for … Continue reading Crazy for PBY Catalina Flying Boats
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
The “Black Cats” of the Double Sunrise Service and other flying stories
Some time back I posted about the Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum. I am pleased to offer this follow up, with information courtesy of Jim Thurstan, retired Qantas engineer and a member of the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) located at Albion Park, NSW. Firstly, a link back to the original story. Lake Boga was … Continue reading The “Black Cats” of the Double Sunrise Service and other flying stories
Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum – Home of the Catalina
Thursday 24th May 2012 "In that hour before sunrise, on the waters of the bay, you may hear the roar of motors, and the swirl of flying spray. Loaded to the Plimsoll to carry out her role, 'tis a Catalina taking off to begin her lone patrol." Partial Excerpt from "A Saga of the Catalinas", … Continue reading Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum – Home of the Catalina
The Reluctant Retiree 