Trip Status Update:
After a one-month delay, we departed Phoenix on January 28. We traveled through Mexico staying overnight in Cancun and then arrived in Lima, Peru the next day. After several days, it became apparent that we would not receive permission from Chile to travel in their country via Puerto Montt, Tierra del Fuego and Marsh Martin Station in Antarctica.
We then elected to cross Brazil to re-acquire our route via Brasilia to Recife. Brazilian authorities advised we would have to re-apply for our permits and that would take up to 72 hours. We reluctantly decided to terminate our trip at that point and return to the US. After applying for permission to depart, we left on February 4th arriving home on the 7th via Ecuador, Panama and Mexico.
The difficulties encountered in South America were compounding and voided permits and paperwork down line. The current Middle East circumstances are an important consideration. Additionally, after our return, it was determined there were mechanical issues with the engine requiring a complete evaluation. The inspection revealed the aircraft will be out of service for several months.
Determining a new window for our adventure requires coordinating personal time availability for both Canon and Tim in 2024 and is dependent on when the aircraft returns to service.
Our goal remains to complete a circumnavigation of the earth. We sincerely appreciate all who helped us, supported us, watched us and diligently tracked us. When we begin our trek again, we look forward to bring you all along on our adventure. Thank you.
Canon & Tim.
We then elected to cross Brazil to re-acquire our route via Brasilia to Recife. Brazilian authorities advised we would have to re-apply for our permits and that would take up to 72 hours. We reluctantly decided to terminate our trip at that point and return to the US. After applying for permission to depart, we left on February 4th arriving home on the 7th via Ecuador, Panama and Mexico.
The difficulties encountered in South America were compounding and voided permits and paperwork down line. The current Middle East circumstances are an important consideration. Additionally, after our return, it was determined there were mechanical issues with the engine requiring a complete evaluation. The inspection revealed the aircraft will be out of service for several months.
Determining a new window for our adventure requires coordinating personal time availability for both Canon and Tim in 2024 and is dependent on when the aircraft returns to service.
Our goal remains to complete a circumnavigation of the earth. We sincerely appreciate all who helped us, supported us, watched us and diligently tracked us. When we begin our trek again, we look forward to bring you all along on our adventure. Thank you.
Canon & Tim.
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The Mission
The Centennial Flight is a ‘Round the World’ flight in a small single-engine aircraft,
that will celebrate 100 years of around the world flights.
Our Mission: To circumnavigate the world by air to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the
US Army air service flight in 1924 and other aviation pioneers of the 20th century.
Cessna 210 "Centurion"
16 Countries
33 Days
34,341 Miles
that will celebrate 100 years of around the world flights.
Our Mission: To circumnavigate the world by air to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the
US Army air service flight in 1924 and other aviation pioneers of the 20th century.
Cessna 210 "Centurion"
16 Countries
33 Days
34,341 Miles
The Plane1974 Cessna Centurion 210LThis is not your run of the mill Cessna Centurion. This 210 has seen the world many times over having visited 78 countries and all seven continents.
It has long range fuel tanks that make it capable of flying for more than 24 hours. For more information about previous flights in N90MB. |
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The RouteThe Route A trip this scale takes considerable planning. Key factors like fuel availability, usable approaches, temperature, and weather averages are carefully considered. Each country has their own laws and regulations which need to be navigated along with overflight permits and handlers where needed.
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Learn About the Flight Crew
Buchanan "Canon" Bleeker
Canon is an aviation history enthusiast. As a teenager, he studied the early pioneers of flight, and set out to learn as much as he could, so that when the time came, he could experience their adventures firsthand. As a young man, he is able to fulfill that dream. |
Tim Tarris
Tim is a career aviator, both military and civilian. He is an experienced world traveler and looks forward to new destinations. Six locations (Malta, Egypt, Australia, Guadalcanal, Marshall Islands, and Hawaii) have a WW II Association, and will be visited for this express purpose. Sharing this adventure with others upon his return, will be his reward. |
