This section “gathers” a Network of people who each contributed elusive findings to this story. None of whom I knew before April 2015. Most of whom I still have not met face-to-face. All of whom encouraged this endeavor and fueled my motivation.
Facts “known” at odds with other “Facts”
There’s a lot of Veterans Air Express information “out there.” Lots need cross-checking, verification,…
Non-sked flight crews and Memorabilia sought
Seeking Veterans Air Line memorabilia from 1945 passenger/cargo air carrier like this Captain Wing insignia,…
Schaus finds post-WWII employer again after 70 years
He said “…I am not selling anything. Don’t hang up!” I had to laugh. …
Researching for 1945 crews or their families
Research begins again for the1945 Veterans Air crews and non-flight personnel. Meet Gracie, my magic…
1945 story told at NJ Aviation Hall of Fame
Jammed ten pounds in a five-pound bag…and still had more to share. But sure…
Drove 4,874 miles to visit families
I am beyond honored to get better acquainted with the men and women who made…
Magic Carpet Provides Ground Transport
Ride with me on Veterans Air’s magic carpet. I love my Gracie and I…
EN ROUTE honors non-sked’s logo art
EN ROUTE, a book published in 1993 by Lynn Johnson and Michael O’Leary, is a…
Elusive documents. Missing or gone?
Elusive Veterans Air records are hopefully not nonexistent. The pursuit of new aviation sources…
Expanded friendships as research broadens
Thousands of land and air miles, days and weeks on the road, and contact with…
Non-sked researcher Alan Bender shares insights
Non-sked researcher Alan Bender, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Professor, agrees to meet and share some…
Eason, Chambers families attend talk
Not in a million years in April 2015 when I began this research would I…
Non-sked history at Airliners International 2018
Accepted an invitation to share Veterans Air Express history at Airliners International 2018 Convention in…
Research continues in 2019
Amazing how 4,872 miles can roll by without boredom. Meeting special people and continuing…
Name dropping. My Research Network.
Research becomes easier and more enjoyable having historians and memorabilia treasure hunters interested in your…
DC-3s ferried from Valdosta in 1945
First DC-3s ferried from Valdosta military base by Veterans Air. Valdosta. Not a common name….
1945 Non-sked garners storytelling invites
The history of 1945 Veterans Air has recently attracted varied (and rather large, may I…
KQNA live radio interview promotes upcoming ERAU presentation
Any invite to talk about Veterans Air delights me. But a live interview by a…
3-part video by ERAU students features unfolding history
Part 1 of 3-part video featuring unfolding Veterans Air history is released today. Founder’s daughter,…
Interview Videos 2 and 3 join non-sked history.
One gorgeous summer day at Embry-Riddle Daytona Beach campus, three students and I delved into…
CAB 1948 Order Dismissing Applications turns up
Ironic Proof of CAB Applications – and no CAB responses In October 2015, an undated…