tmac48

Quique can certainly handle the sticks! A good friend of mine from Desert Aircraft Australia has had a big influence in the organizing of the SHOOT-OUT (run by DA ) and he has had a bit to do with Quique over the years. It looks as if he fly's the Jets the same way that he fly's his IMAC models!!
I will post some pics of my friends models when I remember to take my camera around to his place.
tmac48

Stickbuilder

10 years ago today I sat at the keyboard and tapped out the beginnings of a brand new thread. That was the birth of this thread, which has become the largest thread on RCU.
Happy Birthday/Anniversary to the Waco Thread.

Bill, Waco Brother #1

mikedj

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Happy Birthday/Anniversary!

And thank you for not only starting it, but staying with it through the years to make it what it is today. It's a very enjoyable place to hang out and holds a wealth of information!

Thank you,
Mike

aminiet

Thank you Bill for initiating this thread, so full of information that has helped so many build such a beautiful aircraft has created so many long distance friendships.
WB 58

Jim Henley

As others have said, "Thank You Bill" for starting this thread. I know I have certainly benefited from being involved with it for the last 10 years.

mrdhud

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Happy anniversary to this great build thread and many thanks to Bill for all the help and encouragement he has given me and many more.

ctflyboy

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Happy Anniversary to The Waco Thread,
and many Thanks to you Bill

tmac48

Dan a few pics as promised.

mrdhud

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tmac your friend sure has some nice looking planes. You and he should try to make it to Top Gun one year.

tmac48

Yep,as soon as one of us wins tattslotto!!
tmac48

Stickbuilder

You don't have to win the lottery to go to Top Gun.

Bill, Waco Brother #1

tmac48

Are you offering to pay our air fairs with model boxes, car/van hire, accommodation, meals--$ 20 grand should cover it!!!
tmac48.

Stickbuilder

Use a rowboat. Bring barbecued wombat. Live cheap.

Bill, Waco Brother #1

tmac48

I had better start rowing!!
tmac48

mrdhud

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Just wanted to jump in and say hello Top Gun is just weeks away can't wait. Any of the brothers planing on being there? I'll be there Saturday and Sunday hope to see ya.

Stickbuilder

Dan, Bob Curry called yesterday. We are going to start Static Judging on Thursday afternoon and continue all day on Friday. We've got a full plate with Team and Unlimited this year. I'd imagine Expert and Masters are in the same boat. Maybe spreading it out over 2 days will make it less hectic.
Bill, Waco Brother #1

ceije

Bill, congrats on 10 year anniversary of the trend. it sure has given me an education, hope it goes another 10 years we may not be here but what a legacy for those who are. Top Gun, hope to see all in the brotherhood who attend. Dan as it draws closer I'll be in contact. Bill glad to hear you will be judging again this year.

Stickbuilder

I'll continue to judge for as long as Frank wants me and my health allows. Right now, I'm just trying to regain some strength. My weight has stabilized at 178 pounds which is a far cry from the 250ish that I once weighed. I feel that I look like I've been in a concentration camp. At least I'm still vertical and ventilating.

Bill, Waco Brother #1

tmac48

Well hade a great time yesterday, 5 members from our club visited another club for some flying, eating and a catch up with old friends along with meeting new ones. The weather decided to turn bad but not before I was able to post a flight with the big yellow Waco. The old girl got the best scale trophy and I was humbled by the cheers and clapping when we performed the best greaser of a landing in trying conditions. It is most rewarding when you receive a lot of accolades from fellow modellers after spending many years ( would you believe eight ) building your baby! I cant wait to see what Peter Barth is about to release next and I'm flat out saving for my MOKI 250 . If I was to put it in the Waco I would strip her back to the bare bones or sell her off after getting another from Peter if I did not fancy his next creation.
Happy chappie
tmac48

mrdhud

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Congrats tmac on winning best scale wish I could have seen that landing you greased in got to be a good feeling. Maybe you can get someone in your club to get a video sometime.

ctflyboy

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Tmac 48
CONGRATS, on the best scale its a nice feeling isn't it

tmac48

Thanks guys, there wasn't a lot of competition, just a great bunch of like minded people enjoying the sport of flying radio controlled model airplanes! As I have already stated it was a very relaxed and rewarding day. I will certainly try and get a vid of the Waco as soon as I can.
Regards tmac48.

Stickbuilder

Uh oh # 99. Doctor has suspended my driving privileges until further notice. This means I won't be able to drive to Top Gun, so no judging (this year anyway). Janelle will be driving me down on Saturday to visit. This ain't fun.
Bill, Waco Brother #1

codiddley

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Sorry to hear it! Hang in there!

mrdhud

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Bill that's a real beach I hate that for you I'll see you and Janelle Saturday.