ROBERT HOWARD...STUNT GRUNT FOR TODAY!!!
I first met Rob at the 1968 Nats..and again at the 69 Nationals. I was so impressed with Rob and his coach, mentor, helper...and devoted father was was also a Doctor in not only profession but also was care giver to so many of the rest of us near-de-well stunt flyers.
They both became great friends for years to follow. My late friend, Tim Dunlop and his father had so many amazing stories and conversations that always kept things going for all of us as we sat around the staging areas...waiting our turn at the handle and in front of the eyes of all impressive WHITE SUITED NAVY judging staff, that often sat across the flying circle from us.
These two gentleman..Mr. Howard...and Captain Dunlop will alway remain in our hearts and souls. THEY MADE SUCH A DIFFERENCE IN NOT ONLY HIS SON ROBBIE' BUT EQUALLY for so many of us.
Where is Rob today?
If you get the chance to read Rob's beautiful article "Pegasus" in the old Nov. 1969 issue of Flying Models...I think you will see and read what helped give the necessary tools that helped provide such a well deserved 2nd Place win at the 1969 Philly nats...possible.
Robert, if your father is still with us....here is a tribute to not only you, Rob but also to your father and to my friend, the late Tim Dunlop, who helped shape the lives of so many as well as helped us live richer and more productive lives.
Though they were both doctors, firefighters, and close friends....MORE IMPORTANTLY, THEY WERE BOTH CARING AND DEVOTED FATHERS....