In Memory of Howard Pardue

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Key Takeaways:

  • Renowned aviator Howard Pardue died in a plane crash.
  • The crash occurred shortly after takeoff.
  • Pardue was flying his Grumman F8F Bearcat at the time of the accident.
  • He was well-liked within the pilot community.
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The well-known aviator, beloved throughout the pilot community, was lost yesterday when his Bearcat crashed shortly after takeoff.

Howard Pardue and his Grumman F8F Bearcar
Howard Pardue in his Grumman F8F Bearcat (Photo courtesy of Mike Watt)
Howard Pardue in his Grumman F8F Bearcat
Howard Pardue in his Grumman F8F Bearcat (Photo courtesy of Mike Watt)
Howard Pardue in his Grumman F8F Bearcat
Howard Pardue in his Grumman F8F Bearcat (Photo courtesy of Mike Watt)
Howard Pardue in his FMF-2 Wildcat
Howard Pardue in his FMF-2 Wildcat (Photo courtesy of CAF)

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