Mcstealth Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 "I have 2 oximeters and a SkyOx setup in my M20E which I use even at 8000 if it's for 3-4 hours. But I'm really old." Above is a recent quote by @Bob_Belville. It got me wondering him is the oldest here on MS? Who is the youngest? Just wondering Quote
cnoe Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 ... like anybody's going to admit either one. I'm pretty sure there's at least one octogenarian on the forum, and I don't think Bob's one of them. How old was Samurai Husky, anybody? 1 Quote
flyboy0681 Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 I'd venture to guess that in my late 50's that I fall within the average age. 1 Quote
Bob_Belville Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 2 minutes ago, cnoe said: ... like anybody's going to admit either one. I'm pretty sure there's at least one octogenarian on the forum, and I don't think Bob's one of them. I'll admit to being older than I look. And older than I act. 7 Quote
Bennett Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 82 this month, but still a kid at heart. Started flying (Army De Havilland Beavers on wheels) in 1956 - Long story, I was not an Army pilot. Civilian flying started around 40 years ago, and I bought my first Mooney shortly thereafter. Pretty much continuous flying since then in a variety of owned aircraft for business and pleasure. I know there are older Mooney pilots, but I don't know if they are MS members. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 9 Quote
cnoe Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 1 minute ago, Bob_Belville said: I'll admit to being older than I look. And older than I act. Hell Bob, I just noticed your birthday is published in your profile. There are plenty of pics on MS of you flying around with a plane-load of chicks so I'd have to agree with your statement above. 2 Quote
flyboy0681 Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 2 minutes ago, Bennett said: 82 this month, but still a kid at heart. Started flying (Army De Havilland Beavers on wheels) in 1956 - Long story, I was not an Army pilot. Civilian flying started around 40 years ago, and I bought my first Mooney shortly thereafter. Pretty much continuous flying since then in a variety of owned aircraft for business and pleasure. I met Bennett in late January and have to report that he looks pretty damned good for 82. He's also a great conversationalist and still has all of his marbles! 1 Quote
Bob_Belville Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 3 minutes ago, Bennett said: 82 this month, but still a kid at heart. Started flying (Army De Havilland Beavers on wheels) in 1956 - Long story, I was not an Army pilot. Civilian flying started around 40 years ago, and I bought my first Mooney shortly thereafter. Pretty much continuous flying since then in a variety of owned aircraft for business and pleasure. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk My hero. Quote
Bennett Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 Thanks guys! I'm getting used to being the oldest guy in the room. Sad how few of my friends from the past are still alive. Message: Eat well, drink moderately, do unexpected things, and never stop learning Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 13 Quote
mooniac15u Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 Youngest probably goes to either @M20FanJesse or @Raptor05121. They both look like they're about 15. 1 Quote
M20FanJesse Posted March 23, 2017 Report Posted March 23, 2017 34 minutes ago, mooniac15u said: Youngest probably goes to either @M20FanJesse or @Raptor05121. They both look like they're about 15. hahaha this is true. I imagine I'll be carded for a few more years. 24 now Quote
Seth Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 I'm on the younger side - 35. Bought my first Mooney when I was 26 at the time. It's 9 years of aircraft ownership come July. 3 years in my 1967 M20F and almost 6 years of my 1983 Missile. -Seth 1 Quote
DonMuncy Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 Come on all the rest of you old guys. Speak up, so I don't feel so old. 2 Quote
N201MKTurbo Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 OK, Next week I'll turn the BIG 60! How the hell did that happen? I have owned a Mooney continuously sense I was 26. 2 Quote
Hector Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 52 but I don't feel a day over 50Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote
DrBill Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 i'm 67 but lost medical 3 years ago and FAA just told my AME TO "wish me luck" if I were to apply again. My Doctor says cancer is no longer active, but the FAA thinks otherwise. So my Mooney is in annual and may soon be sold. Ihave taken up High Performance Driving Education and am a certified Instructor. Sort of like flying low When plane sells I'll get something faster.. Bill 10 Quote
laytonl Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 62 but I'm still think I'm 30 or so. That is until I try to keep up with my 35 yer old son when we work on projects together! Lee 2 Quote
Pritch Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 Well the Beatles will be singing at my Birthday this year. "When I'm 64". But I sure don't feel like it. Been retired since I was 52 and it just feels like its a long summer vacation. Pritch Quote
Skates97 Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 44, I'll be 45 in September. Having grandkids makes me feel older, so does getting out of bed in the mornings sometimes... I've wanted to fly as long as I can remember, I guess part of growing up on Air Force Bases with a dad that was a pilot. Been flying since last June, PPL in October, bought the Mooney in December, can't figure out why I waited so long to get started. 2 Quote
cnoe Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 ...can't figure out why I waited so long to get started. Life has many paths. No worries; no regrets. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote
LANCECASPER Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 6 hours ago, Bob_Belville said: I'll admit to being older than I look. And older than I act. Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional. 5 Quote
M20S Driver Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 58 and waiting to grow up---- some day... Quote
xcrmckenna Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 I'll be 37 on the 29th, far from the youngest. But I bet my ownership is the youngest on here only a week and two days:)Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 4 Quote
Raptor05121 Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 12 hours ago, mooniac15u said: Youngest probably goes to either @M20FanJesse or @Raptor05121. They both look like they're about 15. 11 hours ago, M20FanJesse said: hahaha this is true. I imagine I'll be carded for a few more years. 24 now July 22, 1991. I'll be 26 soon. NOOOOOOOO 3 Quote
RLCarter Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 57, what I use to do all day now takes me all day to do.... 4 Quote
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