Actually, I rode the Tin Goose twice. The first time was on February 11, 1990, but I did not have my camara. That's why I think I just happened across the airplane - had I known about it, I would have had the camera. Luckily, they would be back the next week, so on the 18th, I took a second ride, this time with the camera.
It was quite a lot of fun riding in an historic airplane. According to airliners.net, this airplane was flown by Charles Lindbergh for American Airlines, and that he gave Henry Ford his only plane ride in it.
In 1992, the plane was severly damaged by hurricane Andrew, but was repaired. As of 2007, the plane is still alive and well, according to the Sandusky Register.
Tin Goose, tail number N7584.
Inside the cabin.
Just after taking off from Venice airport.
Still climbing out, looking south along the coast.
After a left turn, looking back at the Venice airport.
Looking east over Venice.
Now facing west, with the airport in the background.
Turning to prepare to return to the airport.
Very close to landing. The bridge is Business 41.
Crossing a perpendicular runway while taxing.
A fellow passenger deplanes.
Front of the aircraft. 