T-6G Texan

Uploaded: April 01, 2011

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I had a fun day flying this T-6. If it could do it we did it. Loops, rolls, barrel rolls, the works! And I never got the least bit queasy! Cast iron stomach..LOL..
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Have a Great Weekend

Exif: F Number: 5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.70, ExposureTime: 1/500 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 100, FocalLength: 8.10 mm, Model: CYBERSHOT

Comments

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 01, 2011

The North American T-6G 'Texan' began service as an advanced trainer, and served with the USAAF, USN, and Royal Canadian Air Forces where it was known as the 'Harvard'. It was introduced in 1938, replacing the North American BC-1 (Basic Combat) trainer. Over 10,000 aircraft of various designations would be produced for the Air Force. At the end of World War II, the T-6 became the primary trainer for aviation students. During the Korean War, the aircraft saw service as a Forward Air Controller (FAC) craft, carrying smoke-rockets under the wing for marking targets for fighter-bombers. After the war, many of the aircraft were overhauled and modified to the T-6G configuration, which included updated avionics, and a new canopy which provided clearer visibility. The T-6 was finally phased out of USAF service in 1955. #1366139

Allen Hughes April 02, 2011

Cool shot. I had the opportunity to fly one myself a few years ago. I couldn't believe how easy it was. We flew over the Santa Cruz Mountains and down over Carmel and Big Sur. It was awesome. #9330566

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe April 02, 2011

I would like to be the passenger. LOL. Fabulous info and capture, Denny. Excellent details, colors and sky. Sounded like great fun. #9330638

Michelle Alton April 02, 2011

You were the pilot? I am duly impressed! Wonderful shot and experience. Thanks for sharing. #9330667

Robert R. Goodman April 02, 2011

Hi Denny,Beautiful capture my friend.Got to love those old Texans.We have big fly ins in our winter months with a lot of old warbirds.Looks like you have a winner!!!! #9330933

Ray Thoms April 02, 2011

Great capture Denny...just thinking about what you did make me queasy.... #9330955

Stan Kwasniowski April 02, 2011

Denny, great shot, I can still hear that engine during the war flying over our home #9331059

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 02, 2011

Thank you very much Allen, Tammy, Michelle, Bobby and Ray! It was a fun day. #9331067

Monnie Ryan April 02, 2011

I might -- emphasize might -- go up in one like this, Denny, but only on the promise that you wouldn't try any of that funny stuff! I've got a cast iron stomach too (I'll take on anybody when it comes to hot peppers), but I'm terrified of flying! Wonderful capture, and I'll bet you had a fantastic time up there! #9331341

John Connolly April 02, 2011

Two wonderful images and thanks for all info and story, Denny! It really looks like a fun aircraft to fly in! #9331351

Mike Clime April 02, 2011

Great old plane and I know you had lots of fun, Denny! I went up in a Pitts Special a couple of years ago and we put it through its paces. #9331405

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 02, 2011

Thank you very much Monnie, John and Mike! #9331612

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 02, 2011

I slipped up there, Stan. Thank you! #9331617

Amy M. Wilson April 02, 2011

Such fun... and a great capture too, well done, Denny!!! #9331667

Ellen Hodges April 03, 2011

Wow capture and stupendous story, Denny! A big WOW on both!! #9332298

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 03, 2011

Thank you very much Amy and Ellen! #9333080

Robert K. Bemus level-classic April 08, 2011

Looks like a blast, Denny!! Gorgeous color, sky and tones in the shot... #9341597

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