The Times Colonist reported yesterday that the Martin Mars was vandalized on Saturday night. There was damage to the tail fin that I believe has since been repaired. The crew is ok. The outcome could have been a lot worse. Go here to read the Times Colonist article about the vandalism to the Martin Mars. Go here to see coverage on the vandalism of the Martin Mars from wildfiretoday
I love the Martin Mars. Here is a youtube video showing coverage from ABC 7 in LA of the Martin Mars dropping on Mt. Wilson during the 2009 Station Fire. I saw this live, so to speak, as I was watching live feed from LA stations. Don't recall what station I was watching, but it was pretty impressive to see her make a live drop.
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