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We are looking at options, perhaps Friar Tucks as it is close. We have a rental car, small, but we could help for sure. We are taking our friend to Juneau to get his plane. We have a commitment tomorrow morning with the EAA Announcer, Wayne as we are doing an interview at 11:30 on the flightline. MAPA will be a great place to meet [hope that's okay Trey/Lela!] Everyone is welcome! Let's get together!!! Fernando, I will get photos up as soon as I can. I am taking the camera today. Our forum for the workshop [#2 GAMA] has a great view. I will take some photos of that. We look out over the RVs whose wheel pants are dangerously close to the mud, off to the Fighter planes. This is really something. And to be part of it all is probably a once in a lifetime thing. Chicago concert tonight. Mitch and I are going to try to get on the Kiss-Cam! Maybe we will kiss and make the Mooney Tail sign. Thanks to Eldon for getting us some press while we are here! Go Mooney!

Please let us know the updates. We arrive in Appleton, by commercial air on Sunday morning. Perhaps we will be able to see the mass arrival after all.

Thank you for the updates. We are hoping to bring some of that California sunshine to Oshkosh! Rain or no rain, we are coming!

Oceano California and Jackson Westover California $4.50

Thank you AOPA Ebrief for the mention of my Forbes Wheels Up story. "Mooney Ambassador makes emergency landing!" [or something close to that] http://blogs.forbes.com/wheelsup/2010/07/20/a-mooney-girl-is-born-part-3/

We stayed at a hotel in Mayville our first year. It was about 40 minutes. We kept passing all the fireworks stores. Finally stopped and loaded up. They are the best fireworks....

Hey Mitch, Alan is a Mooney Ambassador...maybe he is trying to bring folks back from the dark side.

I think if it rains we are all going to Scott [sven's] Pop-up camper at scholler! And don't forget the Lt. Dan Band. We are going to be there, and I believe Don Kaye too!

Here is the third installment in the Forbes publication Wheels Up: http://blogs.forbes.com/wheelsup/2010/07/20/a-mooney-girl-is-born-part-3/#more-831 Before you ask, the fourth and final installment on this series will be published sometime next week! I am happy to try to keep our Mooney brand in the public eye, and the way the story ends is a testament to Al and Art's design. All the best See you at Oshkosh! Jolie N6619U

Hi Scott I do think Wings and Wheels is happening at Jackson/Westover KJAQ on September 11th. Last year we had an Ambassador booth and four Mooneys. We may do that again. Look forward to seeing you there.

That was a fun LASAR party wasn't it? The attention to detail from the Loewens, the mister, the gift bags, wonderful lunch and two cakes! Wow. Those folks know how to throw a party that is for sure. The day was about the history of the Loewens and LASAR. I read the history of LASAR that was included in the hand -embroidered gift bag, what a legacy. And to have Paul Loewen, Tom Rouch, Trey Hughes, Don Maxwell and Don Kaye all in the same room. The "Mooney Minds" were all in one place. Paul and Shery were at the helm of West Coast MAPA for over two decades! They had wonderul fly ins and opportunities for those in the Mooney family to get to know one another. [My Mom and Dad flew with West Coast MAPA]. I think all or social flying clubs owe a debt of gratitude for the West Coast MAPA. They started it all. The whole day just reminded me of how small the Mooney-world is really. The Maxwells and Hughes came from Texas, just for the days events....Wow. We are really a great family. Of course no one brought up lean of peak! Now we are on to Oshkosh. Trey and Lela will hitch up the wagon on Thursday. Mitch and I fly out Saturday. I believe Don Kaye is leaving late next week too. Let's all be around the MAPA booth sharing the Mooney love. And if any of you are around on Friday, the 30th, please come to the Ambassador presentation at 2:30 in the Forum II GAMA Pavilion. Safe skies you all, as they say in Texas... PS: every landing I saw was just wonderful!

It is a beautiful California morning, and as Don Maxwell says "we are fixin to leave" for LASAR. I know a bunch of our Mooney Family will be at Lakeport to celebrate the anniversary of two iconic folks, Paul and Shery. Fly safe everyone and see you there. Jolie

I think there are a lot of Mooney owners on Facebook. Mooney Airplane Co has a page, as well asThe Mooney Ambassadors, Mooniacs, MAPA and Mooney Pilots. I think some groups have upwards of 450 members.....

I for one am so happy that your Victor has his speed brakes installed. I am sure that you will get lots of advise and practice. I would also recommend Trey Hughes from MAPA. I seem to remember an article about the use of speed brakes in the past year or so. trey_hughes@sbcglobal.net

What a thrill! Looks so good. Keep those bugs off.

Here is the second installment for the Forbes publication, Wheels Up: http://blogs.forbes.com/wheelsup/2010/07/12/a-mooney-girl-is-born-part-2/ I hope you enjoy. More to follow...

Wow Parker, that hasn't been my experience. Of course at Ambassador events we are getting folks into the Mooneys and talking about their unique American heritage as a company. And also, there aren't any Cirrus owners promoting Cirrus like we are doing for Mooney. When you think of speed, efficiency and safety, I don't think there is another brand that competes. We are currently working with one or two prospective pilots, who are also business owners.

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And don't forget that there are a few Mooney-specific presentations going on at AirVenture: see attachment. There are several of us Mooney folks going to see the Lt.Dan Band too!

Hello there I was asked by Forbes to contribute to the aviation blog "Wheels Up". This is a wonderful opportunity to keep Mooney in the forefront, and to help promote general aviation. Here is my first installment: http://blogs.forbes.com/wheelsup/2010/07/07/a-mooney-girl-is-born/ I hope you enjoy it..More to come

ditto for me. weird

This is fun information I received: In addition to all of the other stuff you mentioned, there's an unofficial Nut Tree Airport Museum run by a fellow named Duncan Miller out of his five hangars. There's a number of warbirds, a couple of larger airplanes outside, and a huge amount of memorabilia. No admission, not even to cover the soda and donuts he offers. "Open" Sundays 12:30pm-late afternoon, call (707) 446-1824 to make sure he's around.

Hey Russ I am glad that you had the chance to do the "Ambassador thing" at local airports. I was doing it today at the Oral Surgeon's office. He has always wanted to fly, so I started talking up flying lessons and Mooney Airplane Company. Heck with what I spent on my implants, he should be able to afford the Acclaim. [HA] We always do have an opportunity to make a good impression for General Aviation and for Mooney. I am glad you did it. Thanks for taking us along on your trip though the MS board. Safe skies

Dave I can just tell you are beaming from ear to ear! Have a wonderful time getting to know [and love] your new Mooney. Mitch was right...need to fly that beauty to one of our great Mooney gatherings so we can all meet her or him? Got a name yet???

I am very excited about OshKosh. It really is Disneyland for pilots and airplane lovers. Although we are flying commercially this year, we will be sure to head out to the Mooney Caravan area to meet all the Mooniacs there. In 2008 I had the pleasure of shooting the arrivals of the Mooney Caravan. 48 Mooneys...I was allowed right on the taxiway next to the EAA Chief Photographer Jim Koepnick. Quite a memory. I hope to meet all of you! If you are there on the 30th...come by the GAMA II Pavilion at 2:30 and learn how to "Share the Passion!" with the Ambassadors. Can't wait~!!!