Crystal clear skies with just a few fluffy cumulus clouds above Budaors Airport provided the perfect setting for this special day, the 20th Anniversary of the Goldtimer Foundation. The sun was shining down on the participants of this flying jamboree which quickly evolved into a real family event.
The LI-2, shiny as new, was waiting impatiently for the first take off which was followed by 12 additional ones. People were eager to get on board this unique aircraft, the world’s only airworthy LI-2 which saw service originally as part of the MALEV fleet. Each flight had a full house and hundreds of people were made happy in the course of the flights which lasted until late afternoon. Being a passenger on a LI-2 is the kind of experience aviation enthusiasts are unlikely to forget.
Added color was provided by the 58 years old PO-2 military trainer which was also on duty the whole day, taking passengers, wishing to fly exposed to the elements, beyond the clouds.
The sense of retro was further enhanced by the dozens of old- timer cars and coaches displayed on the tarmac. The vehicles sported brilliant paintwork, faultless wheels and exuded an air of perfect beauty to the credit of their owners who spent a lot of time preparing them for this day.
The first guests to the retro-party arrived in an Ikarusz Model 31 bus. For some of them it was standing room only but they did not mind the discomfort. Enjoying the sphere of the previous century was more important. After such a perfect day the aircraft taxied to their parking positions with a smile to enjoy some well earned rest. The volunteer mechanics who had participated in the preparation of the aircraft now set about performing the post-flight maintenance, tired but proud. You could see the love in their eyes as they touched their beloved treasures.
Thank you for a wonderful experience Goldtimer Foundation and Rakosmente Oldtimer Association thank you for the great organization!
We wish Goldtimer a happy birthday and many more such great flying days!
