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Cubs On The Loose: Old Airplanes - New Adventures [Paperback]

NC-87881 (Author), Lyle Wheeler (Author)
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September 8, 2001
Cubs On The Loose: Old Airplanes -- New Adventures is an irresistible series of true adventures with vintage Piper Cubs and their owners. NC-87881, lovingly restored for author Lyle Wheeler, has the time of her life flying with fellow Cubs and their "humanoids" just as they had in the past --- without modern navigational tools.

They represent a group of birdmen and birdwomen around the world who appreciate the Piper Cubs and their cousins, the Taylorcrafts, Aeroncas, Luscombes and many others. The Cubs, flying in formation, landing on grass runways and displayed at airshows provide excitement to those who enjoy the "lost art of low-and-slow, long distance flight."

As the narrator of this series of true barn-storming trips, NC-87881 notes that most Piper Cubs have not survived into retirement. "However, some of us are lucky enough to find ourselves in the hands of loving humanoids who treat us as actual living members of their families".

Fly with Wheeler and 881, and their companions, on their nostalgic excursions as they discover America, past and present. See the stary skies, experience the unpredictable weather, put your flat little donuts on the lush grass runways as you travel with these fun-loving travelers.

Along the way, the Cubs learn that fuel advertised is not always fuel available, that weather conditions can be a challenge when flying without modern insturments, that their humanoids are quick to accept the comfort of a bed rather than sleep on the ground. They meet wonderful friends --- humanoids and aircraft relations --- on their travels, and see the world from a special perspective.


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"A hartwarming story of flight in its purest form. Flying at its best. Simple, fun and relaxing." -- Thomas P. Poberezny, President, Experimental Aircraft Association

"Cubs On The Loose provides a unique and entertaining perspective from the Cubs' point of view." -- Billy M. Henderson, founder, Sun-'n-Fun Fly-in, Lakeland, Florida

"The unusual format, with the Cubs doing the talking, makes interesting and enjoyable reading." -- William T. Piper Jr., president and CEO (retired), Piper Aircraft Corporation

About the Author

Lyle Wheeler is a retired International airline pilot, who has logged more than 42,600 hours on various types of aircraft from the Piper J-3 "Cub" to the Boeing 747. He is an active pilot and flight instructor in Venice, Florida who continues to fly for pleasure.

NC-87881 has been used to train pilots, give rides and serve agriculture from her "birth" in 1946 until she was left to "die" in the mid-eighties. She was rescued as a basket case and has won three awards for her restoration. Today, she continues her happy life in retirement doing what she does best---giving pure unadulterated joy of flight to those around her.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: AMEA Cottage (September 8, 2001)
  • ISBN-10: 0970989016
  • ISBN-13: 978-0970989017
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,526,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Talking J-3 Piper Cub, August 22, 2007
This review is from: Cubs On The Loose: Old Airplanes - New Adventures (Paperback)
I loved this nonfiction book, and so will you if the bygone, barnstorming era of rag-and-tube planes interests you. In the 1990s a pack of J-3 Piper Cubs piloted by a sundry assortment of "humanoids," including a retired Pan Am airline captain, roamed the eastern US and found adventure at every corner.

This book describes their odysseys, but what makes it especially captivating is the narrator, a 1946 Cub identified as NC-87881, one of the pack. She tells the story to her owner, pilot/author Lyle Wheeler whom she calls a humanoid. She and her sister Cubs poke fun at present-day aircraft, such as a "snooty little" Cessna 150, and sometimes moan about their owner's flying skills.

A great read and highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bought as a gift,, June 10, 2009
This review is from: Cubs On The Loose: Old Airplanes - New Adventures (Paperback)
While visiting the Piper Museum in Lockhaven Pa. the woman at the desk for that day and I were discussing Mr. Piper. She mentioned that she had been trying to find that particular book and was having difficulties. When I found it at Amazon.com I knew right away what I had to do.

The transaction was great, Reasonable price and shipping, Very fast and well packed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgia Reigns, Reviewed, August 24, 2007
This review is from: Cubs On The Loose: Old Airplanes - New Adventures (Paperback)
We old-time tail-dragger pilots cannot pass a J-3 Cub without looking it over. If you have not flown in one, you should, just to appreciate the machine. Wheeler has put together a nostalgic story told by the Cubs themselves with their pilots referred to as "humanoids". The story involves the kind of flying we all dream about; namely, flying from grass field to grass field, camping under the wing, and doing it again the next day. Many humorous flying situations are told to the reader, with the "humanoids" often taking the brunt of the humor. Modern pilots who fly with "glass" instrument panels and funny-looking individual landing wheels on the front of their aircraft may not appreciate the tale, but those pilots who have been trained in slow tail-draggers will enjoy it.
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Inside This Book (learn more)
First Sentence:
Hi there-my name is NC-88474 (474 for short) and I am a Piper J-3 Cub. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
intrepid birdmen, nice soft grass, turf runway, three humanoids, formation takeoff, yellow airplanes, grass runway, fuel island, nice grass, controlled airspace, sectional charts, beautiful grass, miles visibility, little airport, restricted airspace
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Lock Haven, Mississippi River, Flight Service, Leighton Hunter, Lake Itasca, North Carolina, South Carolina, Sentimental Journey, Union City, Billy Roy, Hilton Head, Kitty Hawk, Cross City, New Orleans, Ferguson Field, Mother Nature, Peterson Field, Crystal River, Kentucky Dam, Shenandoah Valley, Charles City, Live Oak, New Market, Ray Olcott, United States
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