This was a three day, four part mission.

The first day was to join the procession from the DFW Airport to the funeral home in Arlington.  Approx. 35 Bikes, 3 Cages. 40 PGR, Arlington PD provided escort.

Unfortunately, there was a delay of over four hours because the charter flight had a mechanical problem en route and had to make an unplanned stop to get repairs. Due to the delay many riders left to eat and returned.  With so many coming & going, it is easy for new riders to arrive that have not been briefed on the PGR Ride Safety Checklist.  

During the procession, at one rider dropped out of the procession to make adjustments to the flag rigging, then rejoined at the previous position contrary to the PGR policy to rejoin at the rear of the procession.  It turned out to be a new rider that was not at the briefing and therefore unfamiliar with PGR procedures.  While somewhat dangerous in the daytime, during hours of darkness, and with a police escort makes it even more hazardous.  
Lesson Learned:  Long delay, re-brief!

Day two:  Flag line at the church.  Approx. 20 bikes, 3 Cages, 35 PGR.  Met at the Church, setup flags.  6 big flag bikes dispatched to join the procession from the funeral home to the church.  Stood the flag line for the arrival of Cpl McGeath and family.  

Day three:  Flag line at church for funeral service and military honors.  Approx. 55 bikes, 70 PGR, 10 cages. Stood flag line for arrival of family, friends and guests prior to funeral service.  Majority of members attended the service then stood in formation during the military honors.  

Thanks to all.  You are the PGR.



