Monthly Archives: August 2010

Episode 2: B24 Liberator Restoration

Posted on August 28, 2010 by admin
Flying Down Under Episode 002 [ 7:51 | 10.78 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (283)

We quickly discuss Australia’s recent federal election then move into a review of a nearby B24 Liberator restoration project, including a chat with John Temby (the project’s president) and Ed Crabtree (a B24 pilot during WWII). You can hear all … Continue reading →

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Episode 1: First Flights

Posted on August 14, 2010 by admin
Flying Down Under Episode 001 [ 8:04 | 11.09 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (267)

We discuss a collection of First Flights that occurred down here including Richard Pearse in New Zealand (who may have flown before the Wright Brothers) and the three “First Flights” here in Australia: December 9, 1909: First powered flight by … Continue reading →

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