The Wandering Disciple

Englewood, Florida:  The roar of aircraft engines and the smell of breakfast took over the usually quiet Buchan Airport for the annual fly-in breakfast.  Pilots and aviation enthusiast flock to the little grass airport each year to talk about aviation and see some unique aircraft.  Each year the event gets bigger with more aircraft on display as well as a few aerial acts.  In addition to the social aspect of the fly-in, the event also raises money for local scholarships. Click on the photo above to view my 2019 Buchan AirportFly-in photo gallery .

The radial engines of a Boeing PT-17 was a familiar sound throughout the country as they were the primary training aircraft for the US Navy and US Army Air Forces during the 1930's and 40's.  Over ten thousand of these bi-wing aircraft were produced with many remaining in operation today.  (Photo: October 13, 2012)

Englewood, Florida: The quiet grass strip of Buchan Airport roared to life with the sound of piston engines for the eighth annual Buchan-Dearborn Aviation Day and Fly-in Breakfast. Pilots from throughout the area left their aircraft on display for the spectators while they enjoyed a hot breakfast.  The event had a wide range of aircraft spanning the World War II era with the PT-17 Kaydet through the modern era and the many variations of experimental aircraft. Mid-way through the event, the crowd was treated to a three plane fly-over as the formation buzzed the airfield with several tight formation passes. In addition to the aircraft on display, many vendors were also on hand to showcase local aviation services. The annual event helps to fund an aviation scholarship. Click on the photo above to view my 2014 Buchan-Dearborn Aviation Day photo gallery .

Englewood, Florida: A quiet Saturday morning gave way to the roar of piston engines as Englewood's Buchan Airport hosted the sixth annual fly-in breakfast. Over forty planes ranging from vintage World War II era through modern day experimental aircraft flew into the airport for a breakfast served by a team of volunteers.  The public had a chance to get a close up view of these magnificent aircraft. There were bi-planes from World War II era, experimental planes like the Vans RV-8, sport planes like the Piper Sport and leisure planes like the Cessna Skyhawk and Piper Cherokee. In addition to the planes on display, there were vendors from the Venice R/C Club, Civil Air Patrol and many more. Also in attendance was former Flying Boat pilot Bill Nash to share his aviation experiences. Hundreds of visitors attended Saturday's event. Click on the photo above to view photos from the 2012 Buchan-Dearborn Aviation Day .