littlestranger 0 #1 October 9, 2003 I'll let the picture speak for itself! Woohoo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vertifly 0 #2 October 9, 2003 Ok, but where can we jump it? Do tell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites littlestranger 0 #3 October 9, 2003 Skydive San Marcos. It'll be there in November... Big Blue Texas Skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rgoper 0 #4 October 9, 2003 QuoteOk, but where can we jump it? Do tell. SkyDive San Marcos, in Fenttress, Texas. Phil & Deb are the best!--Richard-- "We Will Not Be Shaken By Thugs, And Terroist" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rgoper 0 #5 October 9, 2003 Clich Here For More Info--Richard-- "We Will Not Be Shaken By Thugs, And Terroist" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnischalke 0 #6 October 9, 2003 That's one of George's planes. Great Otter! I jumped it a couple weeks ago, while ours was in the south avoiding the hurricane and getting a little maintenance. Have fun! mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ifics 0 #7 October 9, 2003 Is that the same kind of otter that SD Houston has? If so I am in love with that plane MMmMmM!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WrongWay 0 #8 October 9, 2003 Wow, do you think it'll have my children if I sweet talk it??? Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bluskidave 0 #9 October 9, 2003 We jump year round at Skydive San Marcos and the winter weather is probably the nicest time of year.hope to see a lot of fun jumpers out to keep this Otter here. Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Stik 0 #10 October 9, 2003 I typed in the tail numbers on google and got one hit. That plane was up in Alaska for a while it looks like. A guy spotted it in Anchorage back in 1997. I can't wait for it to show up. I like the King Air but I love Otters.Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites littlestranger 0 #11 October 9, 2003 QuoteWow, do you think it'll have my children if I sweet talk it??? Why don't you come down and visit and I'll introduce you! LOL! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WrongWay 0 #12 October 9, 2003 I would, but I might be to busy flirting with the poster. YES, that was smooth!!! yay!! Wait, I just ruined it, didn't I? Shit!!!! Bad WrongWay, bad!! That is a nice plane tho, I must say. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites riggerrob 558 #13 October 9, 2003 Pretty! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AggieDave 6 #14 October 9, 2003 Now all it needs is some 14" wire spoke wheels, a boom'n system, and some ground effects. It already has a HUGE spoiler, "dual" HUGE exhaust system and is riding with "3 on the floor." Nice plane, its cool yall have an Otter again, I know King Airs get really old to jump out of.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnischalke 0 #15 October 9, 2003 I dunno what SD Houston has, but I just finally recognized where the picture of this otter was taken--Skydive Orange! hehee As I recall, it's got -27s and if the pilot comes with it, you'll be amazed at how fast turn-arounds are. He did short-field landings all day and shaved off a minute or so from each load. That puppy needs just a little more room to land than a Harrier. Enjoy that one! She is a beauty! (and climbs like a raped baboon) mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AggieDave 6 #16 October 9, 2003 Waller's Otter has -27s as well. I think Spaceland's good Otter has -27s, their slow Otter has -20s, but Waller's -27 Otter still climbs a bit faster then Spaceland's -27. Our 182 outclimbs all of them to 15k...oh, wait...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites voodew1 0 #17 October 9, 2003 Thats not the otter that aggieland was gonna get is it. It is the same one that wintered at Skydive Temple in Salado 2 yrs ago. Chuck was the pilot with his chick Cynthia. The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rickfri59 0 #18 October 9, 2003 Oh no. Is this the fate of our Skydive New England Otter. Looks like it's gone for good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AggieDave 6 #19 October 9, 2003 It was one of the planes we've been looking at. We've got some other stuff in the works... You'll hear about it soon. edit: I'm a spelling moron.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnischalke 0 #20 October 9, 2003 don't fret. I'd bet this is just the home for the winter, if it's gonna be there any longer than the weekend. Think: Damn Yankee. When it returns in the spring, it'll be full of nice, fresh Texas air. I am sure some folks up there could use a little. mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PhreeZone 15 #21 October 9, 2003 I actually think that SSM replaced the Otter they sold to a DZ in CO with this Otter. I had heard the Phil was going to add this to the planes that SSM already owns. There are a few Otters out there for sale. SDC had one for sale, the Otter Graveyard will always make another one (They made FrankenOtter) if you pay enough money, and with the PAC 750 right down the line there might be a few more used Otters hitting the market.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ssmi 0 #22 October 10, 2003 As it stands for now its here to stay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rickfri59 0 #23 October 10, 2003 It would be nice if it was back in the spring, but there was "stuff" between the owner and the DZ. None of my business, but not having an Otter at a busy weekend DZ really blows. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ypelchat 0 #24 October 10, 2003 QuoteI'll let the picture speak for itself! Woohoo! I've always liked Twin Otters. Big door, low windblast on exit. The perfect skydiving plane IMHO. If only I could win the lottery........ I would buy my own. Here's a picture I took of my favorite bird. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites littlestranger 0 #25 October 10, 2003 QuoteI would, but I might be to busy flirting with the poster. Why would you want to flirt with a poster? Doh! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. 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littlestranger 0 #3 October 9, 2003 Skydive San Marcos. It'll be there in November... Big Blue Texas Skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #4 October 9, 2003 QuoteOk, but where can we jump it? Do tell. SkyDive San Marcos, in Fenttress, Texas. Phil & Deb are the best!--Richard-- "We Will Not Be Shaken By Thugs, And Terroist" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #5 October 9, 2003 Clich Here For More Info--Richard-- "We Will Not Be Shaken By Thugs, And Terroist" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnischalke 0 #6 October 9, 2003 That's one of George's planes. Great Otter! I jumped it a couple weeks ago, while ours was in the south avoiding the hurricane and getting a little maintenance. Have fun! mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ifics 0 #7 October 9, 2003 Is that the same kind of otter that SD Houston has? If so I am in love with that plane MMmMmM!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #8 October 9, 2003 Wow, do you think it'll have my children if I sweet talk it??? Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluskidave 0 #9 October 9, 2003 We jump year round at Skydive San Marcos and the winter weather is probably the nicest time of year.hope to see a lot of fun jumpers out to keep this Otter here. Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stik 0 #10 October 9, 2003 I typed in the tail numbers on google and got one hit. That plane was up in Alaska for a while it looks like. A guy spotted it in Anchorage back in 1997. I can't wait for it to show up. I like the King Air but I love Otters.Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
littlestranger 0 #11 October 9, 2003 QuoteWow, do you think it'll have my children if I sweet talk it??? Why don't you come down and visit and I'll introduce you! LOL! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #12 October 9, 2003 I would, but I might be to busy flirting with the poster. YES, that was smooth!!! yay!! Wait, I just ruined it, didn't I? Shit!!!! Bad WrongWay, bad!! That is a nice plane tho, I must say. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #14 October 9, 2003 Now all it needs is some 14" wire spoke wheels, a boom'n system, and some ground effects. It already has a HUGE spoiler, "dual" HUGE exhaust system and is riding with "3 on the floor." Nice plane, its cool yall have an Otter again, I know King Airs get really old to jump out of.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnischalke 0 #15 October 9, 2003 I dunno what SD Houston has, but I just finally recognized where the picture of this otter was taken--Skydive Orange! hehee As I recall, it's got -27s and if the pilot comes with it, you'll be amazed at how fast turn-arounds are. He did short-field landings all day and shaved off a minute or so from each load. That puppy needs just a little more room to land than a Harrier. Enjoy that one! She is a beauty! (and climbs like a raped baboon) mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #16 October 9, 2003 Waller's Otter has -27s as well. I think Spaceland's good Otter has -27s, their slow Otter has -20s, but Waller's -27 Otter still climbs a bit faster then Spaceland's -27. Our 182 outclimbs all of them to 15k...oh, wait...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #17 October 9, 2003 Thats not the otter that aggieland was gonna get is it. It is the same one that wintered at Skydive Temple in Salado 2 yrs ago. Chuck was the pilot with his chick Cynthia. The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickfri59 0 #18 October 9, 2003 Oh no. Is this the fate of our Skydive New England Otter. Looks like it's gone for good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #19 October 9, 2003 It was one of the planes we've been looking at. We've got some other stuff in the works... You'll hear about it soon. edit: I'm a spelling moron.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnischalke 0 #20 October 9, 2003 don't fret. I'd bet this is just the home for the winter, if it's gonna be there any longer than the weekend. Think: Damn Yankee. When it returns in the spring, it'll be full of nice, fresh Texas air. I am sure some folks up there could use a little. mike Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills--You know, like nunchuk skills, bow-hunting skills, computer-hacking skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #21 October 9, 2003 I actually think that SSM replaced the Otter they sold to a DZ in CO with this Otter. I had heard the Phil was going to add this to the planes that SSM already owns. There are a few Otters out there for sale. SDC had one for sale, the Otter Graveyard will always make another one (They made FrankenOtter) if you pay enough money, and with the PAC 750 right down the line there might be a few more used Otters hitting the market.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ssmi 0 #22 October 10, 2003 As it stands for now its here to stay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickfri59 0 #23 October 10, 2003 It would be nice if it was back in the spring, but there was "stuff" between the owner and the DZ. None of my business, but not having an Otter at a busy weekend DZ really blows. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ypelchat 0 #24 October 10, 2003 QuoteI'll let the picture speak for itself! Woohoo! I've always liked Twin Otters. Big door, low windblast on exit. The perfect skydiving plane IMHO. If only I could win the lottery........ I would buy my own. Here's a picture I took of my favorite bird. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
littlestranger 0 #25 October 10, 2003 QuoteI would, but I might be to busy flirting with the poster. Why would you want to flirt with a poster? Doh! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites