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Aviation Photojournalist and Airport Operations and Safety Consultant

The National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover was a flight to remember. On May 11th, not just one, but 54 general aviation aircraft soared through the skies over our nation's capital; Flying along the Potomac River, pivoting left around the Lincoln Memorial and parading above the National Mall before exiting P-56 to the south at the Smithsonian Institute "Castle." With the backing of Congress and the support of 11 government agencies, the AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) event was an unqualified success, showcasing the history and contributions of general aviation. My good friend Paul Mercandetti was invited to participate in his 1946 Globe GC-1B "Swift," and I was along for the ride of a lifetime. Enjoy these photos taken prior to takeoff at Frederick Municipal Airport, MD, and airborne over the Capital.

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Mark S.

CEO at PS Engineering

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Amazing photograph, and this time the wx cooperated!

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