I had a very nice lunch today with our own Bob Parks.... I've always loved his great knowledge of aircraft, especially Boeing planes. He's a LONG time Boeing guy - he told me the story today of him being present when Alvin "Tex" Johnston in August of 1955 "barrel-rolled" the prototype Boeing 707 (367-80) not once, but twice over a lake in Seattle... Bob was there that day! He's also a very talented painter (www.ParkzArt.com) - and I not only got to see some of his work in his car, he actually had 3 of of his pieces on display in the restaurant we met at (that I chose, not Bob!). It's always nice to meet fellow F-Chatters, but meeting Bob was a special treat. I've so long enjoyed his insight and aviation knowledge in this section. Anyway, thanks for a nice time visiting today Bob. See you on the 24th at the show. Photos: The airplane paintings/drawings are Bob's, including the B29 Superfortress cut-away that Boeing commissioned him to make; outside Randy's diner at Boeing field with my 328, Sophia Jedi Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
Are your ears re-attached yet? Sorry I couldn't be there. Looking forward to the Sept 24th at Festa Italiana. Always a good time there.
It was a very fun time meeting up with your Dad.... he's a walking Boeing history book that's for sure. I really had a good time. Mrs. Jedi and I will be there on the 24th - won't be registering the car, but will be there to see all the rest. See you then! Jedi
Bring an appetite, they have a pretty good food court going on there. (Italian of course) BTW, I signed you up for the grape stomping contest...........................
Ha! I almost was in Seattle this weekend for the hydroplane race, but decided to wait until next year. I know Randy's, and I know that B-29 cutaway! Maybe next year, Bob!
