gunradd

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Going to miss him 😭

he was such a good person. He would call me out of the blue every now and then just to say hello.

some of the best memories was a long time ago when my kids where little they got into poison ivy at an event in Ohio. Bob was a big help in getting the kids squared away.

At another event one of my sons stepped into an ant pile and Bob was the first one over with rubbing alcohol rubbing it on his bites.

the best was hearing him telling his puppy peanut to stop rolling in poop.

we all know about his modeling and how he pioneered this industry and made it what it is today but it’s the personal side of Bob I will miss. You will be forever missed my friend.

Auburn02

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My fondest memory of Bob was him yelling at me over the phone when I called to order a bypass for a larger-than-intended motor in one of his kits. I wear that berating like a badge of honor.

Going to miss seeing him at FL Jets.

CARS II

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We lost Bob and to add to my situation I lost my jet bud John H. over cancer two weeks ago, I met Bob at FJ many years ago, then I got to talk to him a few times also at FJ, what a great soul he was, I felt relax every time when he was talking to me.

My bud was one of the best builders in my area, both will be missed by me.

So long Bob, so long my friend John H.

patrnflyr

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When you were being berated for a larger than recommended engine, remember, he did that to many people. He always put the hobby as a whole first and was extremely worried about somebody putting in the latest fire breathing dragon turbine in a bobcat and fly it around at 250mph. I think he just let his emotions show because he always worried about our hobby being lost

Zeeb

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Funny you should mention that; the only time I spoke to Bob was when he called me about the size of an engine I had ordered for an F16. He was pretty gruff at first but when I explained to him that I was a full scale pilot as was he, my field elevation is 4500' ASL and summer temps pushing 100 F, I was worried about Density Altitude so I opted for the larger engine.

After that he settled down and I had a very interesting conversation for about 15 minutes with him. He didn't know me from Adam but treated me as if I were a friend. I know his friend Kent Nogy and am always interested in Kent's stories about him and Bob.

I wish I could have met him in person. My condolences to Patty and the rest of the BVM family.

Gary Zabriskie

erbroens

Sad News.
Met Bob at the superman jet rally twice, and In one occasion I asked him about the best airplanes he ever flown, full size and rc. His response was the A4 Skyhawk, and the turbine powered Bandit..

ledd4u

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Super nice guy, always told me “it’s not to late to start eating correctly. Stop eating meat”. RIP Bob.

cmjets

From Spain, my more sinceresly condolences to Family and Friends.
R.I.P.

Desde España, mis mas sinceras condolencias a la Familia y Amigos.
D.E.P.

Gary Szetlak

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I never had any BVM jets. I had the occasional small BVM items but mainly flew other mfgs. Bob was a great flyer and ambassador to our hobby although to me he always seemed ultra serious and a little gruff. Until one day at Winamac Jets he sat down and talked with my wife about his dogs and our Cocker Spaniel. It was the first time I saw that side of Bob very kind and gentle. That afternoon is what I will always remember.
Gary

Larry J.

After watching Bob fly an early version of his "Sport Shark", I knew where my next hobby dollars were headed.
His foresight in design and engineering elevated the hobby to standards that are taken for granted today.
Paul (Ivie) and I truly relished our competition with Bob and the crew during the "jet speed" era.

Our prayers and condolences go out to Patty and the entire BVM family.

Larry Jacobs

c/f

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I met Bob back in late 90's Superman, Definately a pioneer sure to leave a permanent legacy in this great hobby, god speed "Uncle Bob".

Found this to be an interesting archive of Bob and RC history in comments left. Theres even an hour video which sure to leave one with how preciuos a soul this man was to this planet.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obit...iolett-9093329

This link would be good in Original Thread post......

Zeeb

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Great link to a tribute to a great man, if RCU can immortalize Andy Kane, BV ought to be a slam dunk!

F900

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Blue skies Bob ... taken after a few flights today at the field. (in the middle of no where, no one around)

I'm always impressed how the Bandit flies, Bob designed probably one of the best sport jets to date, the energy retention has to be one of the best out there.

Ad Clark

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I agree 100%. Thanks for your post and that is a mighty fine looking BANDIT.

ravill

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There are a few of us that still love bandits.

Nothing flies like a bandit. Nothing. Thank you Uncle Bob!

F900

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Thanks Ad,

This is 1 of 2 Bandits I own, the one pictured I bought from Jack Karst after I went to him to test fly my 1st Bandit (Navy camo Aggressor scheme) that was owned and I bought it from other BVM Rep

I was so impressed how Jack had it dialed in it was a no brainier and bought it, now I have a 3rd Bandit on order with BVM (14S) that it will have a custom install done by Rob Lynch and team, Rob taught me how to fly jets so nearly 20 years later I'm so happy he's putting my build together, hopefully it will be ready before the summer and depending how the next few weeks go I will get to see him at a jet meet in June, where I'll get to bring the 3 Bandits.

smiller

Very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He will be missed. My best wishes go to his family and friends.

Scott Miller