Ted Callahan had a super successful first flight in his 1917 Nieuport 11 WWI biplane replica on Sunday, September 4th. Braving the Sport Flyer mosquitoes, Johnny Nimmons and Gary Craze held their breath, handheld radios and video cameras as the Nieuport climbed gracefully into the cool morning air, the Subaru engine purring along. After several circuits to check on the flying characteristics, Ted made a flawless landing. Another flight was called for with two additional planes flying formation. Congrats Ted!

Gary Craze shakes Ted's hand after the maiden flight.