DVDs are now available for purchase!
A Dream Takes Flight describes the fulfillment of John’s dream of building and flying an authentically accurate airworthy replica of the iconic Spirit of St. Louis.
Shot in the scenic San Juan Islands of the Pacific Northwest, we follow John's journey as he recreates one of the most iconic airplanes of all time. This story is full of historical footage of Charles Lindbergh’s famous flight across the Atlantic nearly 100-years ago, that changed the course of aviation forever.
Follow the process of building the most authentically accurate reproduction of the history-making, Ryan-built aircraft.
Understand some of the challenges John had to overcome during its construction and learn previously undisclosed facts about the original aircraft.
Hear what a Wright J-5 Whirlwind sounds like when it’s running and learn from pilot Ron Fowler what it’s like to fly the plane.
Witness the beauty and splendor of the Pacific Northwest in aerial footage from the plane in flight.
Beginning in April 2012, over a span of seven years and three months, John was able to take the crate of tubing that arrived in his shop and transform it into the "Spirit of St. Louis by JNE".
In July 2019 the "Spirit of St. Louis by JNE" lifted off on her maiden flight from Arlington Municipal Airport in Arlington, Washington.
From that location she has flown several flights over the years and had several more "ground" runs to keep the engine lubricated and running smoothly when actual flights were not possible.
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John's goal has always been to share his replica of the iconic aircraft that changed aviation history around the world. To that end "The Spirit of St. Louis by JNE" is now for sale. John hopes there will be an investor out there somewhere who would like to add this iconic bird to a museum where visitors from across the nation and around the world will have an opportunity to see an authentic replica of the aircraft that opened the door to aviation as we know it today.
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DVDs are $25 each with free shipping within the USA.
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