10-02-2011 |
On Oct. 2, 2011 Nikki and I had the privilege of a guided tour of your museum by Guenter Bier. Guenter led us through the museum explaining all the exhibits, but there was much more! Guenter shared with us his life experiences as a child growing up in Hitler's wartime Germany, and his escape to the west from Russian-occupied Germany after the war. Guenter is truely one of the finest treasures you have in your museum. He gave us the gift of an extraordinary day filled with not only a wealth of information, but also with inspiring stories of WWII airmen and of his life, that will remain with us forever. We wish him the very best, and we wi ll be back again and again. Nikki Stoia & Larry Kleinschmidt
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| ~ Larry Kleinschmidt, Sunderland, Massachusetts |
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08-01-2011 |
On July 30th 2011 I took my first ride in the T-6T Texan. It was a father's day gift from my wife and 8 year old daughter. This had to be the experience of a lifetime. We arrived at the museum about 9:45 was welcomed in by the staff and made to feel so comfortable. Jim the pilot had approached us and told us to have fun walking the museum while they got the plane ready to go. After about 10 minutes we were all set. We took some great photos with the family before the flight. Even got my daughter up on the wing, she was so excited. The problem is now she wants to go for a ride. After the photos we were all ready to go. Just the feeling of Clim bing into the cockpit and Strapping on the parachute was like going back in time. The sounds and smells of the engine were amazing. Sounded like firecrackers when it started. I have a video of the whole ride that I have watched so many times already. If you like rollercoaster's this will be the best ride you have ever taken. We went into a dive then pulled the nose up and then rolled over. Seeing the world upside down was amazing. Jim I want to thank you for a dream come true I Have your number and I will be calling soon to go again. This time I will be getting a flight for my father. See you all soon and thank you for a great day.
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| ~ Steven Frascatore, Wantagh, New York |
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06-22-2011 |
| Thank you for the wonderful day we had with my father, John Stubel, WW2 vet and B-29 maintainence crew chief, at the B-29 ceremony on May 26, 2011 He enjoyed it very much We cannot do enough to honor these heroes who helped keep our freedom intact Special thanks to Gary Lewi whoi invited us to the ceremony and did so much to make us comfortable and a successful day. |
~ Joseph Stubel
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05-29-2011 |
| Just to let you know my son and I visit the museum on Friday June,27th. We had a wonderful time. He is only five years old but i think it is very important to make him understand how luckey we are to be american. And what it took to make this cuntry great. While we were there we were in the cockpit of one of the exibits and one of the staff was shooting pictures of us. I was wondering how i could get copys of those pictures. Once again let me thank you for a wonderful time. |
~ John & Tyler Napoli
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04-07-2011 |
| Please give my best to Larry and let him know that John is still talking about how great April 2 was. Guenther was truly a gift and Larry, Jim the pilot and all the guys that were helping out were the best. You are all a great group of people and John and I are very grateful that there are such devoted and dedicated people who love this country and the preservation of our past. Keeping all of these things alive is a gift we civilians get to enjoy because if it weren't for you folks, a big part of America's history would fall by the wayside, and that would be such a sad thing. |
~ Sherri & John Blum
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02-27-2011 |
| I am from the milton L. Olive middle school and i have to say that i had
alot of fun when i went there. once i was there on july fourth of 2008 with
my grandma and i saw the blue angels. |
~ Christian Gregory, Wyandanch, New York
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12-08-2010 |
I really like your museum. I go every memorial day weekend. I go with my dad. My favorite plane is th p-51 and B-17.
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| ~ Ryan Lubbe, Centereach, New York |
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11-13-2010 |
Dear American Airpower Museum,
This morning my wife and I, along with two friends, had the fortunate opportunity to visit your Museum. I say fortunate because we were met by your volunteer, Charles Thomson, who took us on a tour of the facility such as we had never anticipated. We had expectd to wander about the facility by ourselves for perhaps no more than an hour or so. But Mr. Thomson took us in hand for a detailed tour and explanation of your exhibits which kept us fascinated for more than two hours. Mr. Thomson could not have been more gracious and informative. Only the necessity for our guests to leave in order to pick up their grandchildren from school prevented us from remaining longer to enjoy more of Mr. Thomson's stories and descriptions. As a youngster during WW2 I was so fascinated by the exploits of the 8thAAF that I spe nt a great deal of time keeping a scrapbook of their exploits. For me, it was all very romantic. I didn't fully comprehend the danger these brave young men faced every day. Years later, after eight years of service with the 105th Fighter-Bomber Wing, starting with the Korean War, the activities of our War Birds still fires my imagination. Just to be in the presence of these might machines was absolutely thrilling. Mr. Thomson seemed to have a story or a ready explanation for everything that caught my interest. His description of the Japanese submarine that housed a jet propulsion ramp for three aircraft hidden within its superstucture was something I learned about for the first time thanks to him I was thrilled to spend time with Mr. Thomson, who appears to have made great srides in his battle to overcome a recent stroke. Please wish him well for me and tell him what a wonderful experience he provided for us. You are lucky to have him. Keep up the fine work you are doing. I hope to return often in the future.
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~ Jay Beckerman, Hauppauge, New York
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09-27-2010 |
| I first saw your B-25 when I flew into Mobile airport after Hurricane Frederic, 1978 (I think). I saw the plane as we approached for landing. I talked to the owner a day later as he was finishing repairs. He allowed me to go onboard and sit in the Left seat. Said it was General Arnold's command Plane. This was quite an honor for me. |
| ~ Michael Piner, Wilmington, North Carolina |
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03-15-2010 |
| I first visited the American AirPower Museum in 2009 during a class trip. I was truly touched by the sights, sounds, and testimonials of the men who served our country during World War II. I was especially honored to meet Bob Blickley, who served on "The" USS Enterprise. Bob took the time to personally show me his plane and shared with me his stories of that sacred time in our nation's history. I am grateful to Bob and all of the men of the American AirPower Museum, for not only their service, but their taking the time to share their memories. As my grandfather served in the European Theater, I know the true sacrifice such men endur ed. I am grateful to them all and God bless America and our veterans! |
| ~ Ben Papa Jr, Yonkers, New York |
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03-10-2010 |
| As a long time visitor to the American Air Power Museum, I am grateful to the operators and volunteers who preserve and restore the aircraft,many built on Long Island, that our yound men and women have flown during war and peace. Your Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP's) display along with the Tusekeegee Airmen display are just outstanding. One of your volunteers gave me a personal tour of the Douglas C47 Skytrain. And I'm always grateful to our Defense Plant Workers especially our Rose The Riveters who served the Arsenal of Democracy. I enjoy speaking to the volunteer who herself and two sisters were defense workers. That day I spoke to vi sitors who came from Rumania to see the Museum. Thank you so much for maintaining the atmosphere of the WW2 plants,the homefront and air bases. I felt like I was back at RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge where I served USAF. Keep Em Flying. The AAM is Second To None ! |
| ~ Greg Bennett, Hicksville, New York |
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01-03-2010 |
| My son age 4 and I have visited the airport museum a few times, it's amazing and even at a young age Justin loves the planes. He is begging for his birthday party to be there this Feb. He is a future pilot believe already and he will be 5! |
| ~ Dawn Macke, E. Northport, New York |
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09-29-2009 |
| Part of AAM came to West Milford NJ on September 26th and 27th to
participate in the 1st Air Show at the Greenwood Lake Airport. Your Corsair, B-25,
C-47 and TBF Avenger provided such a presence to the show. What an
experience it was to see and hear these classics come into "my" airport prior to
the show and then to sit back and enjoy their participation in the show with
fly-bys. If that wasn't enough, my daughter and I had the priviledge of
meeting and speaking with Dan Dameo and Little John. They took the time to
answer our questions and provide a personal aspect to the show. They are
indeed a credit to the AAM. Thanks Dan and Lit tle John and thanks to the AAM
for coming to the air show. |
| ~ Gerry Scheil, West Milford, New Jersey |
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09-28-2009 |
I would like to say that I really enjoyed the WASP Dedication Program which was held this past Sunday. A lot of work went into it and it was nicely done. It was most enjoyable for me to see once again some WASP's I had met several years ago, but also a fun experience to meet some that I have never met before.
Thank you for presenting me with the certificate which honored my oldest sister Dorothy Johanna Fulton - WAFS/WASP for her historic and heroic contribution in serving our Country. This certificate is deeply appreciated by me. I am giving two speeches at the Englewood, New Jersey Library on November 10, 2009 (2:00pm & 7:30pm) and this award will be noted in the write-up on the Program. |
| ~ Honey Fulton-Parker, WIMSA Regional Field Representative |
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09-04-2009 |
| I visited the museum on Sept 4th. I was impressed that there is a place like this. It is a reminder of what can be done by this country. A time when failure was not an option. Thank you for reminding me why I joined the navy so many years ago and what true Americans are capable of. |
| ~ Matthew Pereira, Patchogue, New York |
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09-03-2009 |
| Can't wait to go with my wife and two boys, ages 7 & 8. Their late Grandfather (my Dad) would have really enjoyed showing them around here, being that he fought for our country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. I am so proud to be able to show my son's what it means to be free in our country and why, when all I have to show them are these magnificent Aircraft. We love the P 51 Mustang and the P 47 Thunderbolt. See you all Labor Day Weekend 2009. |
| ~ Cliff Jeffery, East Northport, New York |
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08-28-2009 |
| I am 12 years old and have been going to Republic since I was about 4 years old. I love planes and want to be a pilot when I get older. I enjoy seeing all the planes fly here. It is very exciting when they fly. I will continue to go here and want to fly for the museum. |
| ~ Donnie Bonaventure, Melville, New York |
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07-29-2009 |
| I attended your museum this past Monday and was very impressed with the numbers of aircraft, history and weaponry. My tour guide, a WW2 and Korean vet was very knowledgeable and admirable, it was clear that he loved what he was doing. He was a little slow getting around and repeated himself a few times but I didn't care because I respect what he and his generation did for us. I will be back. |
| ~ Bill Holler, Lynbrook, New York |
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07-02-2009 |
| My dad worked at republic in the 50's and my son is going for his BSA Aviation badge. We are looking foward to bridging the generations and from what I hear, this museum should do the trick. |
| ~ Ed Shanahan, Bethpage, New York |
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06-22-2009 |
| I took my flt this past Saturday, and just want to say it was a
great experience. I could not imagine how the paratroopers felt going over the
channel that night. You guys and the other people at the museum are doing a
great job. I've never met a more friendly and helpful bunch of people. It's a
pleasure every time I visit the museum. Keep up the good work. We can not
afford to let what happened back then be forgotten and the sacrifices made by
so many. Thank you again for an experience of a lifetime. |
| ~ Thomas A. Hallock, New York, NY |
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05-24-2009 |
To all staff:
My wife and I were totally "blown away" by everyone's efforts today. A true salute to all who ever served for our country! And all those P51 mustangs! ( Chris was spectacular with those low hi-speed passes)!
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| ~ Bruce and Laura Seebach |
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09-26-2008 |
Hi Larry and Jacky,
Thank you for hosting our event on Tuesday, September 16th, everyone had a wonderful time! The museum was very interesting and such a wonderful place for a casual reception. I received many compliments from our attendees about the venue and the volunteers that lead our tour. Everyone was so friendly, inviting and knowledgeable!
Again, thank you so much and I will be sure to keep the American Airpower Museum in mind for future events!
Warm Regards, |
| ~ Andrea. S, FLC Northeast Management Support Office |
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09-19-2008 |
We were in awe at the wonderful displays and beautiful historic
aircraft and memorabilia, and honestly, I had always known that Long Island has
a long proud history in aviation, but I had no idea at the mass extent of it,
we were truly impressed and will surely plan on another trip very soon.
Thank you for keeping the memories alive of all those who have sacrificed for
us all in defence of our country, as well as for sharing your love for aviation
with us. Your dedication to this museum and aviation is truly impressive.
Thanks again and we'll see you soon! |
| ~ Kevin, Fairfield, CT |
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08-29-2008 |
| I and my child have visited your museum on July 26. I am a old
Japanese and my son is a German/Japanese. We were interested (with deep
impression) for showpieces and records and movies very much. If I will have a
chance to go to U.S.A, I want to come again, |
| ~ M.Kumano |
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07-11-2008 |
APM,
I have just viewed your website for the first time and am so impressed with your efforts to foster and maintain interest in our military aviation history. I look forward to flying to FRG and going to the museum soon.
Good luck going forward, |
| ~ Edward Page |
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05-21-2008 |
Dear American Airpower Museum
I assume it was you that sent me the copy of Flightline which I received today. I do thank you for thinking of me to send me a copy. I don’t know if you will believe me, but I can still remember the day you phoned me and asked me if I had submitted an essay for the Stop & Shop Flight of Aces for the year 2000. I told you I did not as I did not see any notice in the local newspapers that there was to be a contest for the year 2000. And, I can still remember the next few words you said, which I don’t think I will ever forget and they were, “What A Bummer” and then you said you have on your desk before you the essays I submitted for the year 1998 and 1999. I think after that you said was I sitting down. You then said guess what the Flight of Aces had selected my essay as the winner for the year 2000.
I can still remember that day well, what a day it was for me and what a flight it was as well. You really made my day and I owe it all to you. I can’t thank you enough. I hope all is well with you, I gather you must be at Republic a great deal of the time. You really know how to run an event. The Flight of Aces and my award of the French Jubilee of Liberty Medal at Republic Airport and the American Airpower Museum is certainly a tribute to you as to what can be expected at an event you undertake.
I hope you are well and all is well with you and I hope to hear from you again. I do thank you very much for everything you did.
I was invited by the Navy and Northrop Grumman at Avondale Industries at New Orleans, LA to attend the christening of the USS New York LPD 21 on this past March 1, 2008, however, I had to decline as my wife has Alzheimers Disease and she is not well enough to make the trip to New Orleans and I would not leave her alone, so I had to decline as much as I wanted to attend. I have been invited by the Navy and Northrop Grumman to attend the commissioning of the New York in New York City whenever it takes place in 2009. I have every intention to be there if I am still around. I have now reached 87 years of age, but I expect to be there and that is not too far for my wife to make the trip.
Again, I say thank you (to the American Airpower Museum) for everything, you have helped to make my life somewhat better. I do thank you. Good luck to you.
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| ~ Joseph Cunningham |
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12-24-2007 |
Hello,
I visited your museum with my 4 year old son and my father the Friday before Memorial Day. My son just loved being able to climb inside the cockpits in the hangar and he had such a great time. I wanted to know if you ever do group tours that might be appropriate for 5 year olds. I'm always looking for unique ideas for celebrating his birthday.
Thank you and you have a wonderful museum.
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| ~ Diane P. Akunevicz |
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06-18-2007 |
On June 9th, I took part in a Flight Experience. I must say it was one of the greatest thrills of my life. The re-enactors were both respectful and educational. I felt some of the anticipation and fear that must have gripped these young men. Thanks for the experience. Your dedication to keeping the history alive is greatly appreciated.
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| ~ Thomas Hardgrove, Son of a WWII veteran |
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