MEDINA — Pilot attempts to learn how to fly a “conventional” airplane from the 1940’s. All that is required is to be able to balance a baseball bat in one hand, and push a two-wheeled suitcase in a straight line while running. If successful, there may be hope of not ruining Earle Olsen’s 62-year old pride and joy.

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This photoessay accompanies the feature story, “My Tail’s Dragging,” by Joe Murray.

This video accompanies the feature story, “My Tail’s Dragging,” by Joe Murray.