JonathanChance's definitions

barge

Nickname Given to the Grumman SBD Dautless, An American Carrier-Based Dive Bomber of WWII.

by JonathanChance September 30, 2003

dope slap

A light "whappp" to the back of the head, done with an open palm in an upward motion. The physical equivalent of the phrase, "Whatta you, a moron?!"

Someone oughta give that damn Illinois driver a dope slap for driving like an idiot!

by JonathanChance June 28, 2003

Vultee Vibrator

Nickname given by WWII pilots-in-training to the Vultee BT-13 Valiant. This particular aircraft had a tendancy to vibrate a lot during flight, hence the nickname.

by JonathanChance September 30, 2003

Jolly Green

Nickname given to the Sikorsky HH-3 helicopter. Made famous for its rescue missions it flew during the Vietnam War

Lt. Cunningham wal plucked out of enemy territory by a Jolly Green.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

The Hire

A series of short films put out by BMW in 2001-2002 featuring various BMW models. These films starred British actor Clive Owen as a driver for hire.

If you haven't seen The Hire series, you are really missing out on some great films.

by JonathanChance September 29, 2003

spit

Nickname given to the Supermarine Spitfire, a British WWII Interceptor that made a name for itself throughout the entire conflict.

The Spits broke formation to engage the He 111s before they could drop thier bombs on London.

by JonathanChance September 30, 2003

Tinker Toy

Nickname given to the Temco TT-1 Pinto, A jet-powered training aircraft that served the U.S. Navy and Air Force for a very short time during the 1950s. Modified versions of this aircraft with a larger engine and expanded fuel capacity in civilian hands, however are prized possesions and considered the ultimate aerial sports car.

by JonathanChance September 30, 2003