moggybean 0 #1 June 18, 2012 A good friend of mine is 70 early next month and I am planning a bit of a surprise for him. He told me a story of an accident he had in the mid 70s - Article is at: http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=336&dat=19740318&id=v68qAAAAIBAJ&sjid=9lsEAAAAIBAJ&pg=5755,3799766 From what he and his partner tell me his is very lucky to be alive. Apparently the closing pins on his belly mounted reserve were too short and came loose whilst he was in the door pulling him out - and part of the doorframe too. As part of his surprise I would like to remind all of his friends how lucky they are to be able to celebrate his birthday with him. If anyone knows any more info on Andy's incident (a pic of the aircraft would be great) I would sure appreciate it. PM if you don't want all to see. Thanks Colin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grimmie 177 #2 June 19, 2012 Colin, put this in the history forum. Lots of old time Texas jumpers lurk there. And have fun on Andy's birthday! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moggybean 0 #3 June 19, 2012 Good point Rich. Will do thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #4 June 19, 2012 Here is something that makes your friend kind of unique. Sparky See Attachment My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites