I was at Paine Field in Everett, Washington earlier today and noticed an airplane flying super-slow on approach to landing. There was a fairly good headwind and the plane appeared to be going about as fast as you could ride a bicycle.
I learned it was a replica of a "Storch" (Stork) first built in the 1930's. It has a stall speed of 32 mph according to Ping's Storch Page
I looked at the Paine Field weather for this morning and there were 23 mph south winds, meaning that Storch could have been flying with a ground speed of something over 9 mph.
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Scenic Biplane Rides at Boeing Field in Seattle
Olde Thyme Aviation operates Scenic Biplane Rides in authentic restored antique biplanes at Boeing Field in Seattle.
Prices are $125 and up for two people. Parachutes included...unfortunately no aerobatics due to altitude restrictions.
They operate out of the Museum of Flight 10 AM to 5 PM on clear days. You can make an appointment on the day of the flight by calling 206-730-1412.
If you'd prefer to fly your own biplane they have a fully restored 1944 Stearman for sale for $125,000.
Prices are $125 and up for two people. Parachutes included...unfortunately no aerobatics due to altitude restrictions.
They operate out of the Museum of Flight 10 AM to 5 PM on clear days. You can make an appointment on the day of the flight by calling 206-730-1412.
If you'd prefer to fly your own biplane they have a fully restored 1944 Stearman for sale for $125,000.
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