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Warbirds 2008

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Well the 2008 Warbird has come and gone. We had approximately 46 registered pilots for the event. The wind was not to good to us. It was very windy for early flying. Everyone seemed to do a lot of visiting and telling tales. Saturday the wind seemed to die down some and flying was done by some of our good pilots. BB was able to get a flight on his B29. Kevin Theole did a lot of great flying for our spectators with his jets. We had about 12 to 14 jets flying. All in all we had a good flyin and hope to see you next year.

A special thanks you to our club members and B. B. Weber who helped put on the show.

--Nick Stratos

2008 Warbird Winners:

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Best of Show: Kevin Thoele

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Best Multi Engine: 1st Place: Kevin Lee

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Best Multi Engine: 2nd Place: Randy Ritch

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Best Jet: 1st Place: Barry Raborn

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Best Jet: 2nd Place: Jose Rodriguez

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Best Military Post 1935: 2nd Place: Bill Krummel

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Best Military Pre 1935: 1st Place: Larry Hultman

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Best Military Pre 1935: 2nd Place: Glenn Keeling

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Best Military Post 1935: 1st Place: Kerry Hurt

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