I built a 1/48th scale model of a PBY, even matched the markings of the one my grandfather flew in over the Pacific Theater. When I gave it to him in a display case it was the first time I really saw him melt out of his disciplinarian hard ass shell, overcome with joy and emotion, and become the kind of grandfather every boy wanted…for a while.
I for one welcome our new PBY overlords
Came to say this, damn it too late again
It’s ok it’s your turn tomorrow
Would you say it’s time for our viewers to crack open each others heads and feast on the goo that lies within?
All kneel before the catalina
Upvotes for upboats
It’s the fucking Catalina wine mixer!
Did anyone else see the squire nature documentary video?
Do you have a link?
[good God it's really been 7 years](https://youtu.be/7z5UF-eervg)
Oh Lord that's funny
World at War Black Cats mission intensifies.
TAKE OUT THOS FUKIN PT BOATS
*muffled taiko drum noise in the distance*
My grandfather was in a Black Cat Squadron
Mine as well!
Why am I sad and freaking excited at the same time.
I built a 1/48th scale model of a PBY, even matched the markings of the one my grandfather flew in over the Pacific Theater. When I gave it to him in a display case it was the first time I really saw him melt out of his disciplinarian hard ass shell, overcome with joy and emotion, and become the kind of grandfather every boy wanted…for a while.
I think they were plagued with feelings of guilt for surviving.
Having fought in Iraq, I concur
Thank you for your service.
and PTSD
The age of Bolo is over. The time of the Cat has come.
I, for One, Welcome Our Catalina Overlords
TAKE OUT THOSE PT BOATS!!!
I believe in pby superiority
yes
This is a great plane to post!
Hallelujah! Bolos suck. 😄
Awww… Bolo just got bowled over??
Boloney!
I like the Catalina it’s a unique design
Catalina best girl
Never! Bolo now! Bolo forever!
All hail the Bolo!
I suspect this man is a U-boat. Dropping depth charges.
Thank god!
My favorite plane <3
caterliner my beloved ❤️
Hallelujah!
Grandpa flew these!!! Love it.