Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"We really busted our guts to get both airplanes ready in time. We just plain ran out of time for Aluminum Overcast. But we are very pleased to report that annual inspection work on Fuddy Duddy is complete, and pilot checkout flights are slated to begin early next week."

Source: EAA Museum Director Adam Smith, in announcing the bad news -- Aluminum Overcast, the B-17 damaged when its landing gear collapsed in California last month, won't make it to this year's AirVenture. Another Flying Fortress, Fuddy Duddy, will fly at Oshkosh this year. The EAA says there are plenty of seats still available for those who want a ride.

FMI: www.b17.org