On Friday the Commemorative Air Force P-40N ran for the first time since its restoration ( https://bit.ly/33t9iv6 ) - Few more tweaks and she’ll be ready to fly again!
🎥 by Taylor A Stevenson
Warbirds Arrive to Wheeler Army Airfield B-roll
Warbirds arrive at Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii, Aug. 27, 2020 for the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII. The aircraft will be conducting aerial parades from Aug. 29 - Sep. 2 - More info at https://bit.ly/3lxuRTt
Video by Sgt. Sarah Sangster - 25th Combat Aviation Brigade
John OConnor's Blue Angels Bearcat Walkaround
John OConnor's walkaround of his Blue Angels Bearcat - The owners of several aircraft from around the country displayed their "Warbirds" in Honolulu, Hawaii in August 25, 2020. The owners plan to have their planes flown in formation for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. More info at https://bit.ly/3lxuRTt - Video by Sgt. Ryan Jenkins 25th Infantry Division
Get to know Warbirds- Stearman
Dustin Mosher, the owner of a 1942 Stearman, displays his plane for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII on Aug., 25, 2020 in Honolulu, Hawaii. This model of plane was a primary trainer aircraft for WWII. The owners of several aircraft from around the country displayed their "Warbirds" in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 25, 2020. The owners plan to have their planes flown in formation for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. More info at https://bit.ly/3lxuRTt
(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Ryan Jenkins)
75th WWII Commemoration Warbird Flight Details
Another B-Roll clip from Hawaii - The owners of several aircraft from around the country displayed their Warbirds in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 25, 2020. The owners plan to have their planes flown in formation for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. More info at https://bit.ly/3lxuRTt
Video by Sgt. Ryan Jenkins - 25th Infantry Division
75th WWII Commemoration
B-Roll clip from Hawaii - The owners of several aircraft from around the country displayed their Warbirds in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 25, 2020. The owners plan to have their planes flown in formation for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. More info at https://bit.ly/3lxuRTt
Video by Pvt. Carlie Lopez - 25th Infantry Division
Warbirds in Pearl Harbor
Historic vintage military aircraft being unloaded in Pearl Harbor from the deck of the USS Essex (LHD 2) in preparation for the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII. “Salute Their Service, Honor Their Hope” is the theme of the commemoration in Hawaii in recognition of the WWII veterans and civilians who contributed to the end of the war. The commemoration will include three Legacy of Peace Aerial Parades and will culminate with the official ceremony on USS Missouri (BB 63) on September 2. Flyovers of the warbirds will include: Around Oahu (August 29), Connecting the Military Bases (August 30) and Fly Over the Battleship Missouri Memorial, Pearl Harbor to Waikiki (September 2). To learn more about upcoming events please see http://warbirdsnews.com/warbirds-news/warbirds-on-their-way-to-hawaii-for-wwii-75th-anniversary-celebrations.html (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jessica O. Blackwell)
Warbird Carrier USS Essex (LHD 2)
The Hawaii Army National Guardʻs newest aircraft, a C-12U Huron, arrives in Hawaii on board the USS Essex (LHD-2), August 10, 2020, Honolulu Hawaii. The twin engine turbo prop aircraft is the replacement for the C-26 and restores the Hawaii Army National Guardʻs passenger and light cargo fixed wing capability. The C-12U can carry up to 15 passengers and has a range of approximately 1500 nautical miles. The Hawaii Army National Guard aircraft was given a “sea lift” on board the USS Essex (LHD 2) along with fourteen aircraft arriving in the islands to participate the the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. The Essex is in Hawaii to participate in an abbreviated Rim of the Pacific exercise, while ported at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam the crew will not be allowed to disembark due to COVID-19 precautions. (U.S. Air National Guard Video by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Jackson)
Wings of The North
On Friday, July 17th, 2020 Gary Applebaum (pilot of the North American AT-6D Texan) and Jack Larsen (pilot of the North American P-51D Mustang Sierra Sue II) depart Wings Of The North (Flying Cloud airport - Eden Prairie, Minnesota) headed to Mason City, Iowa for their annual formation flying clinic. The Wings Of The North will be holding a fundraiser in lieu of their annual Air Expo airshow. Details can be found at https://www.wotn.org/
Video by John Chvatal - https://johnchvatal.com/
On September 27, 2019, our own Stephen Chapis was invited to fly with Allen Chorman & Son on a mosquito flight over the marshes of central Delaware. While en route to our target area, 41-year-old Jeff Chorman reminisced about how the 75-year-old JRB-4 that has been such an important part of not only his career, but his life.
One of our followers sent us this short clip. We are usually pretty good at recognizing CGI and Photoshop work...in this case we are having hard time. Look for yourself and let us know what you think. Oh...yes...the song is kinda cool too! #f14tomcat
National Museum of the USAF Reopening
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has been closed to the public since mid March due to COVID-19. The museum reopened to the public on July 1, 2020 along with the National Aviation Hall of Fame. While the museum is excited to reopen, their top priority is the health and safety of the visitors and the entire museum family. Therefore, they have carefully developed reopening guidelines following the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the State of Ohio, local health experts and peer institutions across the country.
Here is a Sunday night treat for our followers The Lost Squadron - The story of the Greenland Expedition Society told directly from the men who conceived it. Georgia aviation legend Pat Epps and Richard Taylor giving a presentation about their expedition to the members of the CAF Dixie Wing back in 2016.
The story of the Greenland Expedition Society resulted in the discovery and recovery of a World War II P-38 fighter that had been buried 265 feet below the Greenland ice cap for 50 years. Georgia aviation legend Pat Epps set forth in 1981 on his first adventure to the Greenland ice cap in search of the Lost Squadron – two WWII Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress bombers and six Lockheed P-38 Lightnings. The squadron, running low on fuel, had been forced to land on the Greenland ice cap July 15, 1942, after hours of flying in bad weather.
Tomcat Tales
Before Tom Cruise brought us “Maverick,” there were the real Top Guns! This is what the trailer for Tomcat Tales, the latest documentary from Speed & Angels Productions, offers us a glimpse of.
The Starfighters
Play this video clip LOUD! The Starfighters performing at the 2008 McDill AirFest #J79 #f104starfighter
Victory in Europe 75th Anniversary
Enjoy this moving video as military leaders reflect on the 75th anniversary of the Allies victory in Europe. Courtesy Video Defense.gov
Another video clip from the archives. Last June during a party organized by Warbird collector and restorer Tim Manna in honor of the D-Day Squadron, this rare Westland Wasp suddenly showed up! The event was held right next to the Old Warden, the privately owned aerodromo serves The Shuttleworth Collection, which contains a large number of vintage aircraft and cars, many in working condition.
Flight aboard DOC
Our own Stephen Chapis had the opportunity to fly aboard the B-29 "DOC" at Andrews AFB in September 2017. Stephen said: “If I recall correctly, the go arounds were due to an incoming B-1 with an IFE.”
Fighting the bite!
Here is another great video clip front the archives. In a world of pampered warbirds, there are still a few that work for a living. On September 27, 2019, we flew with Jeff Chorman of the ag outfit Allen Chorman & Son, Inc., on a mosquito control flight near Bowers Beach in Kent County, Delaware. We were aboard 1945 Beechcraft JRB-4 BuNo 46633, which, along with a 1943 AT-11, have been battling mosquitoes in the skies of Delaware since 1975.
Warbird Formation from Inside the Cockpit
Flying in formation requires a lot of skills and practice. Here how it looks from inside the cockpit of the P-51 Charlotte's Chariot II. This is another clip from our archives filmed around 2017 in Peachtree City,GA during a photoshoot. Can you name all four fighters + the camera ship?
T-6 Training at Warbird Adventures
Here is another great video clip from our archives. Our own Moreno "Mo" Aguiari flying Warbird Adventures's T-6 Texan instructed by Thom Richard. This was an introductory flight to basic aerobatic manouvers. Whether you want a thrilling aerobatic adventure or a smooth straight-and-level flight, the experience will never be forgotten. And if you are in the market or already own a T-6, Warbird Adventures offers checkout courses to help hone your skills as a warbird pilot so you can take to the skies like a pro. As of Friday, March 27, they will only be operating the T-6 and P-40 flights by appointment. The museum will be closed to the public until further notice due to the Covid-19 closures. Flights can be booked by calling (407) 870-7366 or visiting their online: www.warbirdadventures.com. They will accommodate flights 7 days/week during daylight hours.
We found this video in our archives, we hope you enjoy it. Merlin music, turn up the volume! RT Dickson's beautiful Swamp Fox P-51 captured from the cockpit of Doug Matthews' P-51 'The Rebel' on our way home from the 2017 EAA AirVenture. #P51Mustang #Cockpitvideo
P-40 American Dream Air Show Promo Clip
Check ou the latest video clip of P-40 Warhawk American Dream - Interested in booking Thom Richard and his P-40 for an airshow or for an instructional flight? Visit https://www.warbirdadventures.com/tp-40-flights
NASA Super Guppy
NASA's Aero Spacelines Super Guppy landed at Mansfield-Lahm Regional Airport, November 24, 2019 while transporting the Orion space capsule. The Super Guppy, or "SG", was built directly from the fuselage of a C-97J Turbo Stratocruiser. The Super Guppy is "the only airplane in the world capable of carrying a complete S-IVB stage", the third stage of the Saturn V rocket. The Super Guppy performed this role several times during the Apollo program.
(U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Marc Wilson/Released)
P-40 Warhawk American Dream Aerobatic Routince
Thom Richard doing what he does best when he straps in his P-40 Warhawk American Dream! Here is his aerobatic routine at the recent Warner Robins AFB air show. Video edited my Erik Johnston
It is always great to catch up with Thom Richard and his P-40 Warhawk American Dream, today performing at Thunder over Georgia. For more information about flying with Thom in his P-40 Warhawk, visit https://www.warbirdadventures.com/tp-40-flights
Johns 360° Coatings - Product Review
We are very proud to have John E Mosley and his company John's 360 Coatings as partners of the magazine. John's 360 products are just great, we tested on warbids and Classic cars! Watch this review produced by Erik Johnston where Mark Cyrier, owner of a 1940 Yale, explains why he likes using John's products. Save 10% off your order from www.Johns360Coatings.com when you use code WD10*.
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An iPhone montage of some of the Heats at Reno Air Racing Association. Thanks to our friend Robert Harris for the clips!
If you can AirPlay this on your TV, you should do it! #FG1DCorsair
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