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Jackson Sea Plane and Sea Plane Hangar

Jackson sea plane hangar with inclined marine railwayJust to the east of the Gallistel House and north of the Frautschi entrance gate, property owner Reginald Jackson, Jr. (Doc Reg Jackson) built a most unusual structure.

In addition to his interest in sailing, Reg was a sea plane pilot. He had a unique hangar built here that used an inclined “marine railway” to haul the plane out of the water and up the steep bank.

 

 

 

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04/29/2008