Mar 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
The rebuilt flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Leyte was filled Friday with classic military aircraft, along with actors, directors and technicians that are part of the Korean War-era film “Devotion.” The $90-million major-motion picture is filming several action...
Mar 23, 2021 | Zemke's Wolfpack
Zemke’s Wolfpack After “Hub” Zemke whipped them into shape, the P‑47 pilots of the 56th Fighter Group went on to score 992½ confirmed kills.As the survivors of the 56th Fighter Group straggled back in over the British field, their commanding officer came down...
Mar 18, 2021 | Welcome to Warbirds America Squadron 32!
“Keep ’em flying!” We are a group of aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs who are dedicated to promoting the preservation and operation of historic military aircraft, known as “Warbirds”, and we help educate the public about...
Mar 12, 2021 | Airventure Oshkosh
Safety has always been a top priority for EAA and Airbus, and this year it’s more important than ever. That’s why we’ve proudly partnered with Airbus to offer Express Arrival. To make your admission to AirVenture as safe and effortless as possible,...
Mar 11, 2021 | Airventure Oshkosh
March 11, 2021 – We know that everyone is getting excited about the upcoming AirVenture and volunteers are looking forward to returning to help us prepare the grounds and facilities. While we appreciate the enthusiasm, at this time, our grounds are still closed. We...
Mar 8, 2021 | The Douglas A-1 Skyraider First Flight 18 March 1945
The Douglas A-1 Skyraider First Flight 18 March 1945 The Skyraider went through seven versions, starting with the AD-1, then AD-2 and AD-3 with various minor improvements, then the AD-4 with a more powerful R-3350-26WA engine. The AD-5 was significantly widened,...
Mar 3, 2021 | Greatest Of All Time R.A. Bob Hoover
Greatest Of All Time R.A. Bob Hoover Bob Hoover, a World War II fighter pilot who escaped a POW camp and flew to freedom by stealing a German airplane and who spent decades testing aircraft, thrilling spectators at air shows and training military aviators, died...
Mar 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Sun ‘n Fun Air Show pilots If you wish to fly in one of the daily air shows at Sun ‘n Fun, you need to submit the Sun ‘n Fun Tech Eval 2021 Warbirds Fill it out and email to: ...
Mar 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
– A new series of displays highlighting women’s achievements in their civilian and military careers with an emphasis on the U.S. Air Force and its predecessors will be officially opened during a live-streamed virtual event on March 5 at 6:30 p.m. (Tune-in beginning at...