Miguelito Fire - Lompoc, California

 

 

On 13 May 2014, tree branches coming in contact with some live power lines sparked a fast moving fire that briefly threatened houses on the south end of Lompoc, CA. Thankfully, no homes were damaged or destroyed, and this event did provide some interesting photo opportunities. Hope everybody enjoys the photos!

 

James :-)

The passing of Eddie Andreini

Most air show fans are probably aware that legendary performer Eddie Andreini was killed when his Super Stearman biplane crashed at the Travis Air Force Base air show as he performed his patented inverted ribbon cutting maneuver. It's always tragic to hear of the passing of an air show performer, but it hits even closer to home when it's a performer you've photographed at several shows. I want to take this time to just say that my heart goes out to Eddie's family, friends and the entire air show community during this terrible time. He was a true gift to the world of air shows and aviation, and will be sorely missed.

Blue skies, Eddie.

-James-