"Bruce R" wrote in news:479a3404$0$29778
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"Byron Covey" wrote in message
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Rutan worked for Jim Bede.


BJC

Cool thanks for the info

Bruce



As the story goes...
Mr Rutan contributed in a huge way. He then contributed even more and the
folks around the shop started saying stuff like:
"Who does this guy think he is"... "What does he know about airplanes"...
Shortly after this Mr Rutan was not seen around any more.

I got this from one of the folks who was in the shop while Mr Rutan was
there.
I can't speak to the accuracy of the story, but knowing the folks around
back then, I can believe it.

Regardless, I am glad he contributed to the project. I have a BD5 and will
be making first flights soon and I am absolutely sure it will fly very well
largely due to Mr Rutan's contributions.

Take care.