Vale Bill Moyes
I was saddened to read about the passing of the inventor of the modern hang glider, an Aussie no less, that was reported in none-other than the New York Times.
Sad not so much because of Bill's passing (he had full life and an excellent score, 92) but the fact our local media had pretty much ignored his wonderful contribution to recreational flying....in very much the true sense of "flying"
Perhaps my wife is right: I'm getting to be a grumpy old man, but it does irk me when the people to have truly shown innovation and excellence simply don't get a mention in the local tabloids.
P.S. To be fair, the SMH did note Bill's passing.
Last edited by Peter Ward; 21-11-2024 at 10:50 AM.
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