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Welcome to episode 268 where we kick off the 2021 airshow season started with Larry Kelley, owner, and pilot of the B-25 Panchito.
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Cruise Flight:
I am Carl Valeri and joining me today is Larry Kelley, owner, and pilot of the B-25 “Panchito”. We will discuss the 2021 airshow season and the storied history of the B-25.
Talking Points:
- The 2021 airshow season from a performer’s perspective.
- How have things changed?
- Why preserving and flying historic aircraft is important.
- How viewing and touching a piece of history changes lives.
- How the stewardship of this important aircraft has affected Larry’s life.
- An example of how our veterans have been impacted by the restoration of Panchito.
- Can I fly a B-25?
- How can we help keep this legacy alive?
- Why all levels of help are important.
- What is next for Larry and Panchito?
Picks Of The Week:
No Picks of the week since we are interviewing a guest on the show.
Links Mentioned In This Podcast:
http://www.delawareaviationmuseum.org/aircraft/b-25.html
