Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’

Last of the great flying boats. Marooned on this namesake island since my ill-fated maiden flight.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Land at Pitcairn Island, they said.

There will be plenty of 100/130 octane fuel for you there, they said.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

We three surviving Mars would make a great interim aerobatic aircraft for the Snowbirds until their new planes arrive.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

@BicycleRob @BCFerrys What if a Martin Mars were stranded on Pitcairn Island?

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Life is sweet here on Pitcairn. Everyone knows each other.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

My wings have never been plucked off.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Unlike my older siblings, I was not thrown into the US Navy’s recycling bin, then rescued at the last minute.

[Stansaid Airport @StansaidAirport]

Have you ever visited the Pitcairn Islands? You should go. It’s where your luggage is.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Impromptu family reunion, and I didn’t get invited. Thanks for nothing, siblings.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

I know I’d be a compatible engine donor.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

60% of the time, my engines work all of the time.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

@MyBCAM Interested in a job here on Pitcairn?

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

There’s no admission charge to see me, so drop on by whenever you’re in the area.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

My propellers are not for sale or rent! I’ll need them myself someday.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

@BCFerrys @notheradasha You’re adorable. But I’m the biggest best badd-ass flying boat in service!

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Still afloat.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Here’s the entire population of Pitcairn standing on my tailplane.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

I’m now the only hope for anyone who wants a Mars to continue running on the E&N.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

If I’m never going to fly again, I might as well drop the adjective.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

@applytreewax @BCFerrys I missed the island with the sandwiches.

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Anyone know what time #HawaiiMars will fly over Hawaii?

[Martin JRM-4 ‘Pitcairn Mars’ @PitcairnMars]

Message from the Magistrate and Council: Everyone is strongly advised to walk or bike to Bounty Bay for today’s plane-spotting, as space for vehicle parking is very limited.