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The "Ready Room" Newsletter
Volume 15 Issue 10 | |
Our Mission is to increase the awareness of aviation through the flight of historic aircraft while supporting the Anna Shaw Children’s Institute. | |
Happy Thanksgiving!
This message may be arriving a little later than usual, but it’s still full of meaningful updates and highlights from an active month at the museum—each one a reflection of your support and the mission we share to preserve aviation history for future generations.
One exciting opportunity you won’t want to miss: tickets are still available for the Bellanca Champ 7ACA Airplane Raffle! You don’t need to be a pilot to win—just someone who loves aviation and wants to see these aircraft remain in the skies. Tickets are $20 each, and every purchase helps keep our planes flying and our doors open. You can get your tickets at https://givebutter.com/BellancaChampRaffle.
If you’d prefer to make a direct year-end gift to support the museum’s mission, donations are always welcome. You can give through the QR codes in this newsletter, on our website, or by mailing a check—whatever is most convenient for you.
One quick note before you dive in: some email systems clip longer messages. If you see a notice at the bottom that says [Message clipped], be sure to click “View entire message” so you don’t miss any of the updates and photos inside.
Until next time—thank you, as always, for being part of our Museum of Flight family.
Warm regards,
Becky McAllister
Communications, MOF
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The Bellanca Champ 7ACA Airplane Raffle! | |
Our museum mascot, Quimby, is a wiener and you can be too! Buy the winning raffle ticket for this remarkable Bellanca Champ and you'll be a wiener! Don't lose out! | |
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Win a 1971 Bellanca Champ 7ACA airplane. Tail Number: N9176L Annual inspection July 2, 2025 - Airframe TT as of 7/25: 1056 hrs
- Engine
-Continental: C-85 (85 HP Upgrade from 65 HP Franklin)
-TSMOH: 920.95 hrs
-Compressions: 1) 75 2) 75 3) 78 4) 78 - Propeller: Sensenich Wood.
-Zero-Time since refurbishment
Raffle ticket WINNER will be chosen at the Museum of Flight Annual Gala on April 25, 2026. The raffle is a fundraiser to support the Museum of Flight, Hixson. Winner does not need to be present to win. Contact information must be accurate when submitted. Delivery of aircraft is the winner’s responsibility. The winner must complete transfer of ownership and delivery by 31 May 2026 (1 month after winning).
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Crossville Airport Open House and Fly-In | |
Crossville has been on our schedule for many years, and the event didn't disappoint! A good crowd and decent weather allowed our aircraft to participate while sharing the love of aviation and historic aircraft. | |
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They continue the painstaking work of replacing the fabric 1944 Howard DGA15. We appreciate the hard work done by our maintenance crew and the dedication to do this delicate job. | |
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Field Trips at the Museum | |
We are always proud to share our museum with young people! Two major groups toured the facilities in October: A class trip from Paulding High School and a Homeschool group. We also appreciate the docents stepping up and giving a hand for these larger tours. Quimby also enjoys all the attention! | |
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Breakfast with Santa at KCTJ | |
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program has always been a MOF tradition to help children enjoy the season, and this year was no exception. This event featured a breakfast of pancakes and sausage, a picture with the "big guy" and his wife, arts and crafts for the kids, and, of course, the aircraft. Even Mrs. Claus got into the act by sharing the Christmas story. Quimby even had the opportunity to share his wish list.
Did you know? Since 1947, Toys for Tots has distributed 708 million toys to 314 million children. | | | |
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DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE | |
Your donation is instrumental in ensuring that we can: - Maintain our aircraft, motor pool, and artifacts, preserving the rich history of aviation and military history for future generations.
- Develop and deliver educational programs that inspire young minds and foster a love for aviation and STEM fields.
- Host engaging exhibits and events that share the magic of flight to all ages.
We are deeply grateful for any support you can provide. | |
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Check next month's newsletter for the dates for upcoming events. | |
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Fred Amicangioli David Ball Shawn Barber Paul Barnett George Barron Jeanne & Tony Bass Wain Bates James Beaver Jason Beaver Brayden Becker Ray Bell Ernie & Nancy Betancourt David Biloz & Family Jason Bostic Mark & Sam Brereton James Brown Andy Butler Ed Callahan Thomas Calvanelli Danny Camp Anthony Carson Phil Cataldo Dr. Donald H. Chamberlin Keith Clingan Nancy Coddington Brendon Connor Easy Cragg Richard Dean Erich DeHart Logan DeHart Peyton Dehart Ron Dobbs Scott Ducker Thomas & Barbara Ducker Mike Ellis | | |
| Vance Engle Gil Espy Jesse Evans Rick Ferrin Matt Fox Frank Fry Benjamin Gillam Richard Gonzalez James Greene Richard Hafner William Hall Carson Hawkins Rich Henderson Evan Henley Robert & Cindy Henninger Tim Herren Mark Homen James Howard John Hunt & Family Jarid Ison Dave Johnston Christopher Keefe Jeremy Kwaterski Carrol "Chip" Lamb David Lawson Greg and Jennifer Leach Anne Lewinson Christine M. Lewis John Luttrell James & Jacob Martin Phillip Martin Arthur Matthews
Kent Matthews Pamela McAllister Rebecca & Sean McAllister Joel Megginson Russell & Leigh Ann Miller Boyd Monk
| Spencer Morgan Jeffrey NewcombSusan, Hanna & Savannah O'Hare John Osterhage Julie Anne Owens Clarence Greer Parramore Edward Perman Susan Reed Ben Rees Hollis Reese Tim Rhyne Gerad Riester Rob Riester Brant Robinson Karl Schwelm Dr. Daniel Serrato Don Shepard Woodrow Smith Sol Snyder Cooper Stewart Tim Stoker Trey Studstill John Sullivan Kenny Thomas Kerry Tidmore Stratton Tingle Jorge Verdias Wayne Vick Alan Ware Kim Watkins Gary Watson John Webb David Wells Brent Westfall Ed Wood Doug & Terri Woodruff
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Voron Baughan Lloyd Blackwell
| Jimmy Eskew
Deming Gray
Mark McAllister
Grady McDowell
Patricia O'Hare
Peter O'Hare Lois & Richard Robinson
Conrad Schalk
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We send out the newsletter once a month plus an occasional update or request.
Mission: Our Mission is to increase the awareness of aviation through the flight of historic aircraft, while supporting the Anna Shaw Children’s Institute.
Past issues of the Ready Room can be found on the website. Watch your email or Facebook for upcoming events.
Just a side note. Be sure to add communications@mofts.org to your email contact list so you receive this newsletter in your e-mail and it doesn't end up in the spam folder. | |
The inside aviation, military memorabilia and outdoor displays are open 10-4 (Tues-Sat) at the Paulding County Airport. Paulding Co. Airport 730 Airport Parkway, Dallas, GA 30157 | |
Tours of our flying aircraft in Rome (Richard B. Russell Airport) by appointment only. (423) 228-2FLY. Rome Hangar 304 Russell Field Rd NE, Rome, GA 30165 | |
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Our new mailing address is:
MOFTS
1759 Thrasher Pike
Hixson, TN 37343
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