KCDW [5/7/09] Airport Adventure!

I originally headed to the airport to snap a Piaggio P-180 taking off a rain-soaked runway, but a car accident led to miles of traffic on the way. Of course, the P-180 had left before I arrived. I thought I'd just settle for a couple measly Cessnas and not much else, but instead today's visit turned out to be the complete opposite.

Mike generously offered me the "Grand Tour" of the airport, and it was indeed grand! It was my first time in a bizjet and first time riding in a fuel truck!! :borat:


I always seem to get N80LG on rainy days...
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N655CM-First time actually in a business jet. | Thanks to the friendly pilots!
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Lifting off 22 to Gainesville, Georgia.
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Fuel truck time!
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Bravo West- The "graveyard".
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"Avantair fuel truck, cleared for takeoff Runway 22."
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Even birds love fuel trucks. [Here's a closer view.]
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Mike, that was an awesome experience. :borat: Thanks again.

Been there, done that. :)

Great snaps!

GREAT shots Mark! Glad I was able to get you out to do something worthwhile at Caldwell International