The aviation world is a little dimmer, and far less interesting, with the passing of Charles Reed. Reed was a fixture in the northeast Ohio aviation community. Serving his country for most of his life, Reed went on with his wife Gretchen to create Pheasant Run Airport.
Pheasant Run was more than just and airport, though. The Reeds had at any given time over 15 flyable aircraft, restored by the Reeds in one of their hangers. Many early examples of early aviation can be seen at the Reed's place, including a Fokker DR-1. It was always a great time to get Chuck to tell stories about flying that thing! Charles Reed passed away this morning from complications with several different ailments. He will be missed.
Aww...Charles will be missed! I had the pleasure of meeting him when he showed up for a showing of 'The Restorers' at the Neon in Dayton. He was the nicest guy, and had nothing but good things to say about you, Adam. Wow. 'The Restorers', I believe, will go down as a truly legacy film for this breed of aviation folk...what a nice tribute.
Mr. Reed, chocks away! You are in our thoughts.
Posted by: Patrick Kachurek | December 23, 2008 at 04:13 PM