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The Skyhook was the only helicopter ever produced by Cessna, and it has a fascinating history from what I discovered. Now get yourself a cup of coffee, or a cold beer, and enjoy this little story! After the purchase of the Seibel Helicopter company in 1952, Cessna began the initial design of the CH-1 Skyhook…
I know I’ve touched on the Aristocrat airplane, being it was my father’s first airplane purchased right after receiving his pilot’s license, but now it’s time to really dive into this fascinating aircraft. As I write blog posts for this website, I often reminisce about how my father must have felt while gaining flight time,…
For today’s blog post, I thought it’d be cool to dive into the story of the Globe Swift—a sporty little airplane that holds a special place in my family’s history. You see, back in 1946, my dad was actually a certified dealer for these sleek machines. He always said the Swift reminded him of a…
Have you ever imagined zipping through the air in a flying classic car? Meet the Monocoupe 90A—a sporty, aerodynamic, and stylish aircraft that essentially served as the 1930s answer to today’s sporty convertibles, minus traffic jams but with added altitude! Quick (and Fun!) History Lesson Born in the golden aviation age of the late 1920s,…
Imagine walking into a bustling airport operations building in the 1960s, where the walls were lined with vibrant aviation posters showcasing the latest and greatest aircraft from Cessna. These posters were more than just decorations—they were powerful marketing tools that fueled the dreams of aspiring pilots and reinforced Cessna’s reputation as a leader in general…
“North” Twin Hangars The Buffalo Air-Park is today the mecca of private fliers in the Buffalo Area, a fact attested by the quick utilization of the new 140 by 220 concrete block hanger constructed last year. Some 45 privately-owned aircraft are hangared in Tony’s latest addition to the airport.The new hanger, erected next to the…
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