WWSandMan Posted September 12, 2021 Report Share Posted September 12, 2021 ~~Salute!~~ First off, my apologies for what is apparently a very late invitation (unless WWGeezer has been by and posted an invite some time ago?) The Wing Walkers are honoring another departed member, Jerry "WWNatops" Spruiel, this coming Tuesday evening, Sept. 14th, 8:30pm Central (9:30 Eastern, 6:30 Pacific). See the graphic below. JG1 and any of your friends who would like to stop in and pay their respects are welcome. One difference this time is that we are offering all visitors an open airport after the WW Memorial Flight has ended, meaning you may, if you desire, spool up and make a pass (or three) in honor/memory of Jerry. We will have folks sticking around to record passes made to add to the final video presented to Jerry's widow, with full credits given. Sim flown will be the latest stock version of IL-2 BoS/Great Battles, TeamSpeak will be used for voice comms (and recorded for inclusion in the video.) Again, my apologies for the late invitation. I do hope JG1 will be able to stop by and help us give Jerry a proper salute. Thank you. Britchot and Erhardt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWSandMan Posted September 12, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2021 (edited) In addition, the custom skin pack for the memorial flight is available here: https://www.wingwalkers.org/vault/natops_memorial/wwnatops_memorial_flight_skin_pack.zip Extract the contents of the zip file to: "(your IL-2 installation path)\data\graphics\Skins\P51D15" Or on Haluter's Skin Downloader, search under "skin packs" for "Wing Walkers P-51D Memorial Flight". HSD will automagically put the skins in the correct place. Edited September 12, 2021 by WWSandMan I has the English, really, I do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klaiber Posted September 12, 2021 Report Share Posted September 12, 2021 Hi Sandman, I'm so sorry to hear about Natop's passing! My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and all Wing Walkers. I didn't know Jerry very well, but I always enjoyed flying with and against him when I had the chance. If there is anything we can do to help with his memorial flight, please let us know. Unfortunately, I'm away this week with family visiting from out of state. But it would be wonderful if JG1 pilots could join in on Tuesday. All, please coordinate with SandMan if you think you can make it. Thanks! WWSandMan, Snaggle and Erhardt 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britchot Posted September 13, 2021 Report Share Posted September 13, 2021 My condolences, @WWSandMan. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend but want to express my well wishes to the friends and family of another community member. God speed. Erhardt and WWSandMan 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonrd Posted September 14, 2021 Report Share Posted September 14, 2021 Sandman There are currently 5 JG1's planning to attend and I wouldn't be surprised to have more show in order to pay our respects. I have downloaded the skins as above. If the Walkers wish, here is a link to our current skins which had a major update this last June: Just in case that it's confusing, here's the specific link for the WW2 skins: https://www.dropbox.com/s/zsv6hqpog4vpe9c/2021-0325_JG1AxisFighterPP.zip?dl=0 WWSandMan and Erhardt 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lipfert Posted September 14, 2021 Report Share Posted September 14, 2021 Kameraden, We're under a tornado warning, might be a rough night of weather. S! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxy Posted September 15, 2021 Report Share Posted September 15, 2021 ~S~ Thanks, to all that attended (and tried), the WW_Natops memorial. WingWalkers put on a great service for their friend, and squad mate! ~S~ Moxy Klaiber, Snaggle, Britchot and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWSandMan Posted September 15, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2021 ~~Salute!~~ Thank you, from the Wing Walkers to all of you, for showing up and taking the time to help us give our squadron mate a proper send off. WWNatops is the sixth WW member to join our "Heavenly Flight". And this was the sixth time I've participated in, and the fifth time I've led, a memorial flight. To say that this is the hardest thing I've done for a hobby is an understatement. I've been a member of Firing Squads and Honor Guards for real life military services. But those were always for folks I didn't know ... It's maybe a bit odd to get emotional (at this stage of life) over the loss of acquaintances known mostly through online venues, but I knew (all) and met (all but the first) of the WW members who have passed. I feel very deeply that I have now lost a sister and five brothers. That's not a cumulative loss I would wish on anyone. Thank you for joining us in tonight's Memorial event. The fact you put aside far more entertaining prospects to join us will not be forgotten. JG1 members are the best friends, and adversaries, anyone could wish for. Thank you gentlemen. Snaggle, Lipfert, Erhardt and 2 others 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWGeezer Posted September 15, 2021 Report Share Posted September 15, 2021 I am going to second Sandy's sentiment. You guys have always been there. It was great that you were able to do your own flyby at the end of the ceremony. This type of comradery is why we keep doing this. Thanks again. Salute WWGeezer WWSandMan, GenMarkof, Lipfert and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klaiber Posted September 15, 2021 Report Share Posted September 15, 2021 I'm again sorry that I was unable to attend. CAVU Natops! WWSandMan and Snaggle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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