Project Update on Lacey Lady, B-17G 44-85790

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Project Update on Lacey Lady, B-17G 44-85790

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Just posted, an update on the restoration of B-17G 44-85790 at the Salem, Oregon, airport.

https://www.aerovintage.com/2023/05/24/ ... y-24-2023/

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Re: Project Update on Lacey Lady, B-17G 44-85790

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So, are they going to go with using the Texaco Star ?
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Re: Project Update on Lacey Lady, B-17G 44-85790

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I have a question, how long will it take to complete the plane?
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Timeline is fuzzy but basically as long as it takes to raise $9 million to pay for it. These restoration projects are pay as you go.
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