Yuma, CO (2V6)

6/1/02

Yuma is out on the eastern plains of Colorado, one of many small towns  along Hwy 34 with airports that include Akron, Fort Morgan, Brush and Wray.   We got off to a  late start and had a smooth flight out but picked up the usual thermal-caused light turbulence on the way home.  It's a relatively short walk into town from the airport.

(The usual drill - click on the thumbnails for a larger view)

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65 Tango's home.  A common hanger, but with individual doors.  Besides airplanes, people have stored, among other things,  dentists' chairs, hot tubs and various cars.  I moved my '83 RX7 in just to conform.  It's an easy fit under the wing.

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It was a hazy day.  The small town of Roggen.
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Simon & Idgie in silouette under the wing after landing at the Yuma airport. 

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The Yuma airport. The only other plane on the ramp was this crop duster.  Note: the airport is only attended on week-days so plan your fuel needs accordingly.
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About a 1/4 mile from the airport is your first food option, Pizza Hut.  There's also a Subway attached to a C-Store nearby.

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Anyone looking for a boat project?
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Here's that Hudson Hornet you've been trying to find!

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Downtown Yuma.

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There are 2 restaurant choices downtown.  Take note, both of them are closed on Sunday.  Fernando's is Mexican (duh!)

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The "Bakery" looks more interesting.  They have a deli menu as well as typical breakfast items.

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Pretty, tree-shaded residential streets are the norm as you approach downtown.

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