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Discussion in 'Aviation Chat' started by coach, Jul 11, 2008.

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  1. coach

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    #1 coach, Jul 11, 2008
    I am a new pilot, I don't post much but I like to read about aviation, I have been lurking here for quite some time. When I first started to visit this site it had a fair amount of activity, but now it is very sparse. I appreciate the work of those who got this going but I have to ask; Is this site dead?
    Thanks,
    Randy
     
  2. Bob Parks

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    #2 Bob Parks, Jul 12, 2008
    It appears that you are correct. Those who frequented the forum have left and no longer participate. I have tried to keep an interesting input going but I'm old and my contributions reflect a time that has passed. I'm not well informed or current with the modern genre but I still enjoy the inputs of those who fly now even if I don't know the lingo sometimes.
     
  3. rob lay

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    #3 rob lay, Jul 13, 2008
    I stopped putting effort into it a couple months ago, will be moving it to FerrariChat.com lifestyle section soon. Most of the users here are from FerrariChat.com and there are already more aviation posts there already.
     
  4. coach

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    #4 coach, Jul 14, 2008
  5. ghost

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    #5 ghost, Jul 14, 2008
    Sad to see, really, as in terms of construct and overall design, I think this is one of the neatest and cleanest forums around.
     
  6. snj5

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    #6 snj5, Jul 14, 2008
    yes - it is really good.

    I got kind of self conscious posting all by myself except for Switches
     
  7. Bob Parks

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    #7 Bob Parks, Jul 14, 2008
    It was good chatting about the good times I had when I was flying and I can't believe now how far back it goes. I had some unique experiences even though I accomplished absolutely nothing but a private pilot's license. I flew when it was uncluttered by FAA, everybody suing every body else, and technobabble.It was freedom and joy with those of the same ilk.
    I would keep going but as I said, my tales are getting long in the tooth.
    Switches
     
  8. rob lay

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    #8 rob lay, Jul 14, 2008
    I will move all posts over, so we definitely won't loose anything, but I doubt your post count here will add on to FerrariChat.
     
  9. snj5

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    #9 snj5, Jul 14, 2008
    Hey, it's not like we're PAP or NNO...
    :)
     
  10. ghost

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    #10 ghost, Jul 14, 2008
    LOL!
     
  11. Bob Parks

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    #11 Bob Parks, Jul 14, 2008
    Okay. Whot's PAP and NNO ?
     
  12. ghost

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    #12 ghost, Jul 15, 2008
    Two fellas on FChat who are well-known for their "post whore" antics on the site.
     
  13. rob lay

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    #13 rob lay, Jul 15, 2008
    So I hope no one is mad about me moving AviatorChat to FerrariChat. We could keep it around limping forever, I don't mind the money aspect. I'm not mad about the over 1,000 users that can't find time to just post once a month, that would mean 35 new posts a DAY!!! :) I believe on FerrariChat.com the aviation discussions will be rejuvenated and there will be more and better activity!
     
  14. Backwoodsman Pilot

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    #14 Backwoodsman Pilot, Jul 15, 2008
    I'm sorry to see the forum go and just when I am getting back into aviation. I've always liked fast cars. I may not get a Ferrari, but instead build a Fatory Five GTM Supercar. I may be joining you guys over at Ferrari chat. I'd like to thank everyone for their suggestions and help.

    Blessings,

    Mark T.
     
  15. planeflyr

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    #15 planeflyr, Jul 16, 2008
    Not mad, but I will say that I'm disappointed and saddened at the apparent demise of this board. Not being an exotic car affectionado (I did have a '68 400 Firebird ragtop and a '73 340 'Cuda in my younger years, though) I rather doubt that I would go over to F-chat to maintain any dialogue.

    To those I have corresponded with via this board, I thank you for the opportunity to exchange ideas. To those I have been able to provide help or enlightenment, you're welcome. To those I may have inadvertantly offended, tough tarts! :)

    Anyway peace be with you all.

    Planeflyr
     

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