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Comment by Joseph C. Royles on July 6, 2011 at 3:20pm

My wife Ruth is in Pcola babysittin the grandkids while Todd and Tara attend all the events at the base. I'll get my chance at Rochester next week!! Cant wait!!!

Joe

Comment by Mike Schooley on July 5, 2011 at 5:24pm

Great photo!  Fly NAVY!!!

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on July 5, 2011 at 3:04pm

just saw this posted....love it!!

 

Comment by Mike Schooley on June 28, 2011 at 4:01am

This week, the Blues travel to Michigan for the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival, July 2 and 3.  Fly NAVY!!!!

Comment by Gil on June 25, 2011 at 10:12am

The Horsemen Commeth - The Horsemen flying team will be flying "Bearcats" together with The Blue Angels on the 2011 NAS JAX airshow (Nov 5-6) honoring the 100th Anniversary of Naval Aviation.  Maybe we can meet there!!!

Comment by Gil on June 25, 2011 at 10:02am

The Horsemen flying team and The Blues

Comment by Mike Schooley on June 25, 2011 at 7:12am

Thanks for adding that, Paul!

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on June 24, 2011 at 9:13pm

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on June 24, 2011 at 9:12pm

One-of-a-Kind Ford 'Blue Angels' Mustang GT to be Sold at AirVenture

Vehicle inspired by naval aviation team to benefit Young Eagles

For the fourth straight year, Ford Motor Company has created a unique, "one of one" aviation-themed vehicle for auction to benefit the EAA Young Eagles program. The one-of-a-kind 2011 "Blue Angels" Mustang GT, which honors the Centennial of Naval Aviation, will go to the highest bidder at the Young Eagles Auction during AirVenture 2011 at the annual Gathering of Eagles event on Thursday, July 28. The exterior of the "Blue Angels" Mustang GT, which was inspired by the acclaimed naval aviation demonstration team, features a unique blue chrome finish with a yellow gloss accent and "Blue Angels" scripted along with its iconic crest. The Blue Angels' crest is also stitched into its leather Recaro seats. Under the skin, the "Blue Angels" Mustang is all performance with a super-charged 5.0L V8 engine producing more than 500-hp, Ford Racing handling pack, performance exhaust, and racetrack brake components. "Ford is a long-time supporter of EAA and our mission to showcase the finest innovation and technology in flight," said Tom Poberezny, EAA and AirVenture chairman. "The high interest among aviators in the U.S. Navy and the 'Blue Angels' Mustang team will make this a very sought-after item and ensure EAA's ability to do some amazing things for our future aviation enthusiasts." The Ford "Blue Angels" Mustang will be on display inside the Ford Hangar during EAA AirVenture. This unique automobile continues Ford's generous support for the EAA Young Eagles program, which exceeds $1.3 million in recent years. The Young Eagles Auction is part of the EAA Gathering of Eagles on Thursday, July 28, at the EAA AirVenture Museum. The Gathering of Eagles annually draws more than 1,000 aviation enthusiasts in support of Young Eagles and other EAA programs that inspire young people to become the engineers, aviators, astronauts, scientists, and innovators - the aviation pioneers of tomorrow. The "Blue Angels" edition joins the three other one-of-a-kind Mustangs created by the Ford Design and Engineering teams for the EAA Young Eagles Auction in recent years, each desired by both aviation and automotive enthusiasts alike. In 2008, the Mustang AV8R, with cues from the F-22 "Raptor," introduced the glass-roof canopy and delivered a record auction contribution of $500,000. In 2009, the AV-X10 "Dearborn Doll" auctioned was crafted in honor of World War II aircraft. In 2010, Carroll Shelby, a former U.S. Air Force flight instructor, and Jack Roush, a long-time P-51 pilot, collaborated for the first time to create the SR-71 "Blackbird" inspired by the legendary reconnaissance jet. "The Ford Design and Engineering team members have really embraced the opportunity to build these one-off projects," said Kevin Keling, Ford corporate events manager. "We develop the theme early and then marvel at the creativity and ingenuity of the team. This blue chrome paint is fantastic and unlike any thing you'll see in production anywhere. The small details such as puddle lamps projecting jets are amazing!" To participate in the auction, pre-qualify by contacting Matt Miller in the EAA Development Office at 800-236-1025 or via e-mail by Monday, July 25. For more information on the Gathering event, click here.

Comment by Mike Schooley on June 24, 2011 at 4:00am

Thanks for the photos, Gil!

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