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Franklin’s father, Jim Franklin, airshow performer extraordinaire, created the motorcycle-to-plane transfer in 1972. Other members of the Franklin Airshow troupe include Matt Younkin of Siloam Springs, Ark. (motorcycle driver), and Ryan Leach of Neosho, Mo. (stuntman). Younkin also has a Twin Beech 18 routine, which was created by his father, legendary performer, Bobby Younkin. Matt Younkin happens to be Kyle Franklin’s brother-in-law. For additional information on the Franklin Airshow, contact Kyle and Amanda Franklin at 479-879-1532 (www.franklinairshow. com). Complete story on “Thunder On The Lakeshore,ˮ beginning on page 50. 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