The Waco YKS-7

I am a big fan of vintage aircraft and War Birds as well. That is why I volunteer 4 days a week at the Midway Museum and San Diego Air and Space Museum. Previously I assisted with the restoration of only static aircraft. Then the opportunity arose to "annual" the Waco YKS-7. It last flew 23 years ago after a restoration by San Diego Aerospace volunteers at that time and the Museum wants to fly her again. What a great aircraft from the golden era of aviation.

We started the "Jake" a few months ago and one of the original restoration volunteers was on hand to see her run again after so many years. I need to offer a personal thank you to this person, Mr. Frank Huttle, who flew C-47s in WWII. He also taught me to cover planes and deal with many other issues surrounding old aircraft. Thanks for your help Frank.

The Waco required the replacement of a number of solid and flexible fluid lines, tires, tubes and seals as well as a lot of the wing hardware. I could count on Spruce to deliver in a timely manner. Thanks Spruce for being there when I needed you.

Regards,

Mark Albert

Story Added: January 2012