02 Feb 10
Latest News - Austin Hancock
Aircraft
B-17 - The engine cowlings are going back on, looks like work is just about finished on the '17 for now.
C-4 7 - Work continued on removing the weather striping from the leading edges. A dremel will now be used rather than scour pads (much more efficient.) Also, the cargo doors are going to be striped and repainted back to original military stock. They will look awesome!
Aero Commander 100 - We worked on the flagship for most of the day. A lot of little things to get her ready for the air once more. Things will be ready quite shortly.
L-16 - The grasshopper flew yesterday! The snow was no factor for this faithful bird, she flew beautifully.
T-33 - The speed brakes look to have been installed as well as some of the fairings, neat stuff!
Chili/Winter Event
We have someone in charge of the festivities now. Stay tuned, more info to come on Wednesday!
Airshow planning meetings will be starting soon. Mark your calendar!
Meetings are held in Swanson Hall at the Geneseo Airport at 7:00 pm.
- February 3 & 17
- March 3, 17, & 31
- April 7, 14, 21, & 28
- May 5, 12, 19, & 26
- June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
- July 7 (Last one before Airshow)
Below is an image from the 2009 Geneseo Airshow. Where else can you get your hat blown off so nicely?
Photo by Eric Dumigan
Our Febuary monthly meeting will be Thursday,
11 Feb 10.
Pot luck dinner is at 6:30 pm; Meeting at 7:30 pm.
Please bring a dish to pass or be willing to kick in five bucks.
Museum Admission:
Adults: $4.00, Age 5-12: $1.00, Under 5: Free
Members and guests are free with your current membership card.
Museum Hours:
Summer –
(April through September)
7 days/week 10 am – 4 pmWinter –
(October through March)
M-W-F 10 am – 4 pmClosed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
Tours of 20 or more arranged by appointment.
Call 585 . 243 . 2100
Mission Statement
Founded in 1994, the 1941 Historical Aircraft Group Museum is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, display, and flight of aircraft of the World War II and Korean War eras, as well as the recognition of all United States Military personnel for their service and sacrifice.
History
The 1941 Historical Aircraft Group was established in 1994 by an initial band of 250 aviation enthusiasts. The primary goal of the Group was to continue with the traditional airshow held on the turf strip at the Geneseo airport and to highlight the aircraft of the past with a focus on World War II aviation.
The first Warbird Gathering airshow was held in September of 1994. Each year since then, the Airshow has continued to grow in aircraft participation and attendance. This year's Geneseo Air Show will be held in July at the Geneseo airport.
In an effort to make the Group more visible, the first Memories USO Show was held at the Geneseo Armory in 1994. The show has become a favorite event for members and guests. The Annual Memories USO Show is now held during the Airshow in the 1941 Aircraft Group Hangar at the Geneseo Airport and is enjoyed by all who attend.
In the Spring of 2001, the Group was granted a Provisional Museum Charter by the New York State Board of Regents. The group's Board of Trustees was increased to five members and our name was officially changed to the 1941 Historical Aircraft Group Museum, Inc. At the same time, the name Hangar Tales was adopted for the Group's newsletter. The 1941 Historical Aircraft Group Museum is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organized for educational purposes.
Membership Milestone: 884 Members as of 30 Sep 09.
Thanks for being visitor number since 04 January 2010 .
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Web site editor: Peter Perkins
e-mail: editor.1941hag <at> gmail.com
Banner photo: Bill Scheuerman ©2009
