Ernest K Gann
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Cubs2jets, if we're going to get personal, let's start with the Jet Provost in 1964, proceed through various helicopters, C130 etc in the military, assorted airliners, finishing LHS in B737 in 2004.
I didn't say James Stewart wasn't a real pilot, I said he was playing one in the film. His Freudian slip is when he is excitedly talking to his wife. He is supposed to be an ex B17 skipper, but when describing the B36 he says "I used to think the B24 was big...."
I didn't say James Stewart wasn't a real pilot, I said he was playing one in the film. His Freudian slip is when he is excitedly talking to his wife. He is supposed to be an ex B17 skipper, but when describing the B36 he says "I used to think the B24 was big...."
As well as being a B17 pilot, I believe Stewart also flew B24s with a bombardment group in Norfolk.
My favourite American actor; along with Gregory Peck. Twelve o' Clock High takes some beating.
My favourite American actor; along with Gregory Peck. Twelve o' Clock High takes some beating.
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For those who like the thoughtful Gann, perhaps you may like Guy Murchie (1907-1997). A pilot as well and his Song of the Sky is a great read.
Song of the Sky by Guy Murchie - Reviews, Discussion, Bookclubs, Lists
Song of the Sky by Guy Murchie - Reviews, Discussion, Bookclubs, Lists
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hi all.just finished watching THE HIGH AND THE MIGHTY on dvd after many many years and really enjoyed it.loved the bit at the end with the guy smoking a cigar under the broken engine.but yes very enjoyable.
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James Stewart flew B-24s with the 445thBG at Tibenham where he was Commanding Officer of the703rd Bombardment Squadron. Later he transferred as Operations officer with the 453rd BG at Old Buckenham. Clark Gable flew B-17s making a gunnery film in 1943 "Combat America" at Polebrook and Molesworth.
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I strongly agree with Pink Harrier's and Stepwilk's opinion of Guy Murchie's Song of the Sky - I got mine when the "Librarian" (an Educator, I think) of the Officers' Mess where I was stationed decided to give it (and others) away as he didn't have enough shelf space ... That would be more than a "very long time ago", but from first reading to just a few weeks ago it has brought me much pleasure.
Thanks, very sincerely, Mr. Murchie, for years of good reading.
Thanks, very sincerely, Mr. Murchie, for years of good reading.
