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I read yesterday that August Bellanca passed away on March 16th. He was 83. Blue skies Augie.

Dan, I enjoyed your article in the January 2010 issue. I know Bellanca Aircraft was a subcontractor during World War II, but what is the story about about GM Bellanca? I know he was at Higgins Boats during the War and returned to New Castle after hostilities were over. Any thoughts on why? Gary

Does anyone have a source for the original type quilted blanket material, that Bellanca put on the Cruisair inside firewall area? Aircraft Spruce sells firewall sets for specific aircraft, manufactured from this stuff. However, they do not have roll material for sale (and the nice lady would...

Does anyone have a drawing for the leading edge landing light installation? My plane did not have the light installed but I did obtain one and need a drawing for the details. As there is no adjustment on the bulbs I want to make sure to get it right the first time. Thanks. Gary

My bird had its leading edge landing lights removed at some point in the last 59 years. If someone could take 2 or 3 photos of their landing light installation (an overall picture of the wing to show location and then a couple close-ups) this would be a huge help. Also, I could use a couple...

Does anyone have experience with Aero Propellers of Hemet, CA? As Kent Tarver is not accepting (at present) any inspection or repair work for existing Aeromatics, he recommended Aero Propellers to me for an inspection. However, when I try to call these folks I only get an answering machine and...