Thursday, October 2, 2025

Remembering The Ford Tri-Motor: A Centennial Flight

Nearly a century ago, November 2025 to be precise, the Ford Tri-Motor , affectionately known as the "Tin Goose”, started production in Dearborn Michigan.  This rugged Junkers inspired design brought dependability and reliability to early airline operations.

Henry Ford's Contributions to Aviation History  


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It's now been 100 years and in honor of that milestone, I've chosen to recreate a typical multi-leg flight for my/our virtual entertainment.

In upcoming posts, I’ll share the route, flight details, and setup so anyone can follow along.  Based on my tests, FS2020 - FS2024 and X-Plane have detailed models that work well.  

Whether you’re a seasoned simulateer or just curious about aviation’s golden age, join me in stepping back in time with the Tin Goose.

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Kenneth (Ken) Butterly, Founder

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