Convair CV 990 Coronado - bad news :-(

[jc2003]

Dear Convair 990 enthusiasts:

 

A few years ago, I attempted to start an organization we tentatively called

the Convair 990 Preservation Project. It arose out of the desire to

acquire, restore and operate the last flyable example of a wonderful

airplane. Soon thereafter, I had some drastic changes in my life that kept

me from being able to dedicate the necessary time to the project. Many of

you were willing to support the project and even lend a helping

hand. However, what was needed at the time was people willing to put many

hours in to get the project "off the ground", mainly fundraising and

marketing.

 

In the mean time, David Topher, the owner of the aircraft has been unable

to maintain it and pay the ramp fees at the El Paso International

Airport. He has put it up for sale, and it has not sold. It is very close

to being scrapped. I am still not in a position to head such a massive

undertaking, but I am willing to help an emergency effort to acquire the

plane and rescue it from the junkyard.

 

At one point, Mr. Topher had offered to donate the 990 if we got the

organization going. Now, I think he has to pay the fees that this aircraft

accumulated, so some fundraising would have to be done to buy it.

 

Regardless, I'll share all the information with anyone willing to head up

this task. Please contact me as soon as possible if you have the time,

energy and desire to make sure this beautiful piece of aviation history is

preserved.

 

Sincerely,

Michael Moore

Houston, Texas, USA

 

moore_michael@earthlink.net