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EAFerguson(at)aol.com
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Posted: Sat Sep 13, 2008 5:41 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

All,

  

 With the date approaching, it's time to do a little planning.  

  

 I'm flying in this time, so local transport is of interest. How many are  flying in vs driving, i.e. how many and who is renting cars. I'll be happy to  split one.

  

 I prefer staying in Murfreesboro instead of Shelbyville. Its a little  further, but the rates and accommodations are better. Sorry Buz, the Country Inn  just doesn't turn me on. The Ramada Inn at I-24 in Murfreesboro at least has a  waffle iron for their 'free' breakfast. 

  

  How many wives are coming? Mine is not partial to how to build an airplane  sessions, and doesn't fly with me. She's not into Walking Horses either. Other  entertainment at SYI is limited. 



  

 The Beech Staggerwing museum in Tullahoma is newly expanded, and I hear  very good. They did have an aircraft parking ramp, but I don't know  about now.  Afternoon excursion? Its only a 10 min flight.

  

 I heard there is a new Swift Museum somewhere in the area. Anybody know  about that one?

  

 Is there going to be a decent band at Bell Buckle?

  

 Should I bring/wear my speedo? How about my Hank Williams collection?  



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info(at)flylightning.net
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 5:07 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Hank Williams yes….speedo NO!  

   

Nick  

         

  

From: owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of EAFerguson(at)aol.com

 Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2008 8:40 PM

 To: Lightning-List(at)matronics.com

 Subject: Lightning-List: Homecoming Logistics  

  

     

All,  

    

   

    

With the date approaching, it's time to do a little planning.    

    

   

    

I'm flying in this time, so local transport is of interest. How many are flying in vs driving, i.e. how many and who is renting cars. I'll be happy to split one.  

    

   

    

I prefer staying in Murfreesboro instead of Shelbyville. Its a little further, but the rates and accommodations are better. Sorry Buz, the Country Inn just doesn't turn me on. The Ramada Inn at I-24 in Murfreesboro at least has a waffle iron for their 'free' breakfast.   

    

   

      

How many wives are coming? Mine is not partial to how to build an airplane sessions, and doesn't fly with me. She's not into Walking Horses either. Other entertainment at SYI is limited.   

  

    

   

    

The Beech Staggerwing museum in Tullahoma is newly expanded, and I hear very good. They did have an aircraft parking ramp, but I don't know about now.  Afternoon excursion? Its only a 10 min flight.  

    

   

    

I heard there is a new Swift Museum somewhere in the area. Anybody know about that one?  

    

   

    

Is there going to be a decent band at Bell Buckle?  

    

   

    

Should I bring/wear my speedo? How about my Hank Williams collection?   

  



 

         

  

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N1BZRich(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 7:32 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

In a message dated 9/13/2008 9:42:04 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  EAFerguson(at)aol.com writes:

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		     I prefer staying in Murfreesboro instead of Shelbyville. Its a little    further, but the rates and accommodations are better. Sorry Buz, the Country    Inn just doesn't turn me on. The Ramada Inn at I-24 in Murfreesboro at least    has a waffle iron for their 'free'  breakfast. 

	


 

 Earl.  

     Probably a good choice for several reasons.   Even though the Country Hearth is only minutes away from SYI, the "special rate"  has gone up recently (around 63 per night now instead of 55) and the room  "neatness" has varied on my last several trips there.  They always take  care of any problems I mention, but there should be no problems when a guest  arrives.  So your choice to stay further north is understandable.   

     I plan to fly out, but my current plan is to arrive  this Thursday (weather permitting) and thus be there for a week and a  half.  Will be helping them around the hangar as required and doing some  more performance testing on the new wing tips and any other flying that needs to  be done.  

     Looking forward to seeing everyone there.

 Buz



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EAFerguson(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 8:02 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

In a message dated 9/15/2008 11:32:57 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  N1BZRich(at)AOL.COM writes:

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		     Earl.  

       Probably a good choice for several reasons.     Even though the Country Hearth is only minutes away from SYI, the "special    rate" has gone up recently (around 63 per night now instead of 55) and the    room "neatness" has varied on my last several trips there.  They always    take care of any problems I mention, but there should be no problems when a    guest arrives.  So your choice to stay further north is    understandable.  

	


 

 Buz,

  

 Looks like we're in agreement. There are two motels at I-24 in  Murfreesboro, the Ramada I mentioned and the Knights Inn. Both are ok with the  Knights Inn being slightly cheaper but the Ramada has a better breakfast. Since  you're there earlier, perhaps you would be willing to check on the current deals  on these two. Which one is just dying to become our HQ Hotel!!.

  

 Earl



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lbmathias(at)verizon.net
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 1:49 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Earl,

  

     Joe and I will probably stay at the Ramada also; we plan  to arrive at SYI late Tuesday afternoon so we can get the trim  tab installed on the Lightning before Saturday.  I found a website that  lists the Ramada for $56/night but it is non-refundable.   Until I see  what the weather is going to be, I am reluctant to make the  reservation.   In any event, we will be renting a car and you are  welcome to share it.

  

 Looking forward to seeing everyone!

  

 Linda 

  

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n5pb(at)aol.com
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 6:16 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Hey Buz,

 Started my build today!  They got me working pretty hard.  I'm just now cought up with my log and pics for day 1.  It will be great to see you on thursday.

 

 Bear

 

 

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pequeajim

Joined: 03 Sep 2006
Posts: 708
Location: New Holland, PA

Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 6:56 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Sorry I will not be making the fly-in again this year.  Logistical problems prevent me from flying off my hours before the fly-in.  

   

Have a great time!  

   

Jim!  

       

From: owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of JOSEPH MATHIAS LINDA MATHIAS

 Sent: Monday, September 15, 2008 5:50 PM

 To: lightning-list(at)matronics.com

 Subject: Re: Homecoming Logistics  

  

  

     

Earl,  

    

   

    

    Joe and I will probably stay at the Ramada also; we plan to arrive at SYI late Tuesday afternoon so we can get the trim tab installed on the Lightning before Saturday.  I found a website that lists the Ramada for $56/night but it is non-refundable.   Until I see what the weather is going to be, I am reluctant to make the reservation.   In any event, we will be renting a car and you are welcome to share it.  

    

   

    

Looking forward to seeing everyone!  

    

   

    

Linda   

    

   

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pequeajim

Joined: 03 Sep 2006
Posts: 708
Location: New Holland, PA

Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 7:04 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Great news Bear!  Best of luck with your build!  

From: owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-lightning-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of n5pb(at)aol.com

 Sent: Monday, September 15, 2008 10:15 PM

 To: lightning-list(at)matronics.com

 Subject: Re: Homecoming Logistics  

Hey Buz,

 Started my build today!  They got me working pretty hard.  I'm just now cought up with my log and pics for day 1.  It will be great to see you on thursday.

 Bear

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N1BZRich(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2008 2:32 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

In a message dated 9/15/2008 10:16:53 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  n5pb(at)aol.com writes:

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		  Started    my build today!  They got me working pretty hard. 	


 

  Hi Bear,

     Great news.  They will keep you efficiently  "on task" and I am sure you will get a lot done and learn from a great  team.   

     Looking forward to seeing you later this week -  weather permitting this Thursday.  Will you also be there building next  week and for the fly-in?

 Blue Skies,

 Buz





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n5pb(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2008 5:17 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Thanks Jim,

 Second day into it and am reaally learning alot.  Fiberglas layups, power tools, cutting and drilling into the aircraft, learning tricks of the trade and a whole lot more! .  Good group to learn alot from.

 Take care Jim

 Bear

 

 

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n5pb(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2008 5:42 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Buz,

 I head home on Saurday and won't be back up til Mid October. Also have to watch my vacation days closely so that I can do a quick turn after the mid Oct week for week 3. 

 Looks like the wx will be good here all week.  Nice temps and low humidity.

 

 Bear

 

 

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2miketango(at)gmail.com
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Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2008 7:06 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Hi fellow Lightning Lovers! 



I suggest NOT staying at the Knights Inn. It's a known place for drug deals and a very bad part of Murfreesboro. Not sure about the Ramada. 



Katie

(Newly-minted Lightning test pilot)

 

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EAFerguson(at)aol.com
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Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2008 4:01 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

In a message dated 9/17/2008 11:07:15 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  2miketango(at)gmail.com writes:

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		  I    suggest NOT staying at the Knights Inn. It's a known place for drug deals and    a very bad part of Murfreesboro. Not sure about the Ramada.  

	


 

 Bad part of town?? Drugs??  The Knights Inn and Ramada are across the  street from each other. Both are at the intersection of I-24 and US 231, 18  miles from the hanger. I've stayed at both. no sign of drugs at either, but then  I may not know what to look for.  Ramada is a little nicer, about $10 more  but both were OK. Maybe my standards are lower than Katie's, your mileage may  vary.

  

 Earl 



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mark(at)flylightning.net
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Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2008 4:18 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

The one to REALLY stay away from is the  Safari Inn on the south side of I-24 on Hwy 231.

  

 Mark

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Kayberg(at)AOL.COM
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Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2008 5:30 am Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

In a message dated 9/18/2008 8:02:27 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  EAFerguson(at)aol.com writes:

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		     Bad part of town?? Drugs??  The Knights Inn and Ramada are across    the street from each other. Both are at the intersection of I-24 and US 231,    18 miles from the hanger. I've stayed at both. no sign of drugs at either, but    then I may not know what to look for.  Ramada is a little nicer, about    $10 more but both were OK. Maybe my standards are lower than Katie's, your    mileage may vary.

    

   Earl 



	


 

  

 Since I am familiar with the open air drug markets of Baltimore City, I  find it amusing those motels are seen as major drug centers.  The Knights  Inn seemed quite calm to me when I stayed there last year.

  

 However, family events will prevent my attendance this year.  [img]http://cdn-cf.aol.com/se/smi/0201d20638/14[/img]

  

  

 Doug Koenigsberg



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2miketango(at)gmail.com
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Posted: Thu Sep 18, 2008 8:08 pm Post subject: Homecoming Logistics

Just passing along some local knowledge for safety's sake. My best friend is a social worker who has clients that live in the hotel across 231 from the Knights Inn. She said it's so bad that most social workers won't go over there unless they have police escort. On the other hand, there is a Cracker Barrel right near there that I used to eat at all the time, and never felt threatened. 

 

On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 7:01 AM,  <EAFerguson(at)aol.com (EAFerguson(at)aol.com)> wrote:

[quote]       In a message dated 9/17/2008 11:07:15 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  2miketango(at)gmail.com (2miketango(at)gmail.com) writes: 



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		  I    suggest NOT staying at the Knights Inn. It's a known place for drug deals and    a very bad part of Murfreesboro. Not sure about the Ramada.  

	


 

 

Bad part of town?? Drugs??  The Knights Inn and Ramada are across the  street from each other. Both are at the intersection of I-24 and US 231, 18  miles from the hanger. I've stayed at both. no sign of drugs at either, but then  I may not know what to look for.  Ramada is a little nicer, about $10 more  but both were OK. Maybe my standards are lower than Katie's, your mileage may  vary.

  

 Earl 



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