Race 5 mayday

[Red]

Just talked to Will. While flying Voodoo @ 100" and 3400 it sneezed going around pylon 2. Safe landing on 14. Not sure what let go.....burned pistons maybe. More as it comes.

[MMPerk]

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Yes indeed, Voodoo had a burnt piston.

Not sure about Strega, but they didn't look real concerned.

I also heard that Stevo took Sparky up late this afternoon/evening.

LP

[Sky Critter]

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Excuse my ignorance but, does a burnt pistion mean replace the piston, replace the engine (if they have a replacement) or get out the lawn chairs for the rest of the week?

[MMPerk]

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They are going to replace the engine.

LP

[Inverted]

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that leaves the team with only 1 spare right? not good considering qualifying hasnt even started yet.

[AAFO_WSagar]

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I also heard that Stevo took Sparky up late this afternoon/evening.

Brat!!

Dinner was great!! Owe you one.. Jimmy Buffet at the GSR???

Crab legs and Steak to ya my friend!!

[MMPerk]

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I couldn't resist. You was sitting here when I did it.

That's why I asked, 'so it was Sparky that he took up?'

LP

[Whiteside]

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Unfortunately, I had a great experience yesterday in Voodoo. That airplane is really fast! I loved going around the pylons in it. You can really tell what it has been modified for, Going FAST! The engine was the smoothest reciprocating engine I have ever started. The MayDay was interesting. I had alot of very experienced racers come up to me afterword and offer congratulations on getting through my first real one. I have to say that there is no training that will completely prepare you for the real thing like the"REAL THING". Glad to hear CJ's and Dan Vance's voice on the radio when I was looking or a place to land. Funny what you feel like when god and everybody is watching your every move. Looks like one burned piston. I have to say it was the most rewarding flight I've had since I began air racing. I'm glad I've put forth the effort to get here. It's an honor.
Sorry to Bob and the Voodoo crew for cutting our fun short. Bob has plans for us next year.
Man, I loved going fast.
500+ Someday!
Will Whiteside



Now back to going 400 today in SteadFast.....................

[MMPerk]

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Thanks for the update,

It was great to see you out there on the course yesterday.

LP

[DWYER]

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I was under the impression that the other engine was not ready. Am I wrong? Does this mean that Voodoo is out of the gold??

[Inverted]

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Thanks for the update Will. Sounds like voodoo is done? That is very sad news and heartbreaking to you for sure. Looking forward to seeing steadfast break 400.

[AlisoBob]

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I had allot of very experienced racers come up to me afterword's and offer congratulations on getting through my first real one.

Good job on getting her down safely...

[AAFO_WSagar]

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I couldn't resist. You was sitting here when I did it.

That's why I asked, 'so it was Sparky that he took up?'

LP

LOL... I knew you were.. just yanking your chain... Lonnie and his iPhone are the bomb!!!!!!!!

You ROCK.. .keep up the good work..

[Jeff E]

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Will,
Glad you are alright and safe..

Peace,

Jeff

[p51fan]

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Damn, I'm a big Voodoo fan and I look forward to seeing her every Sept. I'm glad you're safe. We'll see you next year.