On Wed, Oct 9, 2019, 9:38 AM pennausamike@... [ArielAmbulance] <ArielAmbulance@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

 

As the title says, What is the status of the Ariel Ambulance?  After the move to Portland and a couple of appearances, the AA has sort of dropped off the radar.  In the meanwhile the PDX Browncoats changed their name to a more generic sci-fi group, and I saw an online comment that a friend of one of the folks responsible for the move referred to that person as the "owner" of the AA.  So, what IS the status of the AA, and for that matter, the AARG?  Who actually "owns" the AA?  Is the AA being stored inside or outside, and are there hopes for long-term preservation? 

What are the total assets associated with the AA; both in terms of cash, props, and restoration pieces?  I seem to remember that one of the transport pods (Thule cartop carriers) was found and I'm pretty sure I donated for its purchase.  I also seem to recall some of the interior pieces coming up for sale, and likewise donating toward that purchase.  I would hope that anything bought for the AA is being stored in a way that preserves those pieces.

I guess my final question is, why can't somebody with an interest in the AA hit a big money lottery, and pay to properly restore the AA and preserve and store it in a way that insures its long-term survival?

On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 9:40 AM Johanna mikamom@... [ArielAmbulance] <ArielAmbulance@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

 

I would love to know the answer to these questions as well.  Was just thinking of it the other day and wondering.

Heather

On Wed, Oct 9, 2019, 9:38 AM pennausamike@... [ArielAmbulance] <ArielAmbulance@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

 

As the title says, What is the status of the Ariel Ambulance?  After the move to Portland and a couple of appearances, the AA has sort of dropped off the radar.  In the meanwhile the PDX Browncoats changed their name to a more generic sci-fi group, and I saw an online comment that a friend of one of the folks responsible for the move referred to that person as the "owner" of the AA.  So, what IS the status of the AA, and for that matter, the AARG?  Who actually "owns" the AA?  Is the AA being stored inside or outside, and are there hopes for long-term preservation? 

What are the total assets associated with the AA; both in terms of cash, props, and restoration pieces?  I seem to remember that one of the transport pods (Thule cartop carriers) was found and I'm pretty sure I donated for its purchase.  I also seem to recall some of the interior pieces coming up for sale, and likewise donating toward that purchase.  I would hope that anything bought for the AA is being stored in a way that preserves those pieces.

I guess my final question is, why can't somebody with an interest in the AA hit a big money lottery, and pay to properly restore the AA and preserve and store it in a way that insures its long-term survival?

 

I'm about to check up on her - there's a convention here in L.A. that wants to display it next year, so time for it to travel. I currently have an airport hangar lined up to store her when she moves. 

We bought some interior panels I found at auction, don't know if they're installed yet. The "exhibits" include costumes, and a med kit, and some framed money from Serenity. I imagine it's all together, but a checkup is certainly due. And yeah, a "sugar parent" would sure be nice. :) 

Adam or Scott might have info to add?  

Thanks!

Shawn
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On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 9:40 AM Johanna mikamom@... [ArielAmbulance] <ArielAmbulance@yahoogroups..com> wrote:

 

I would love to know the answer to these questions as well.  Was just thinking of it the other day and wondering.

Heather

On Wed, Oct 9, 2019, 9:38 AM pennausamike@... [ArielAmbulance] <ArielAmbulance@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

 

As the title says, What is the status of the Ariel Ambulance?  After the move to Portland and a couple of appearances, the AA has sort of dropped off the radar.  In the meanwhile the PDX Browncoats changed their name to a more generic sci-fi group, and I saw an online comment that a friend of one of the folks responsible for the move referred to that person as the "owner" of the AA.  So, what IS the status of the AA, and for that matter, the AARG?  Who actually "owns" the AA?  Is the AA being stored inside or outside, and are there hopes for long-term preservation? 

What are the total assets associated with the AA; both in terms of cash, props, and restoration pieces?  I seem to remember that one of the transport pods (Thule cartop carriers) was found and I'm pretty sure I donated for its purchase.  I also seem to recall some of the interior pieces coming up for sale, and likewise donating toward that purchase.  I would hope that anything bought for the AA is being stored in a way that preserves those pieces.

I guess my final question is, why can't somebody with an interest in the AA hit a big money lottery, and pay to properly restore the AA and preserve and store it in a way that insures its long-term survival?