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Issue #42 May/June 2012

Warbird Digest #42 May/June 2012

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Reading history in a book can be boring while experiencing it first hand is unforgettable. At the Cavanaugh Flight Museum history can be experienced through all five senses, in no less that eight different aircraft representing World War Two, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.


Ride of a Lifetime:
Cavanaugh Flight Museum's Ride Program

Reading history in a book can be boring while experiencing it first hand is unforgettable. At the Cavanaugh Flight Museum history can be experienced through all five senses, in no less that eight different aircraft representing World War Two, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

P-51s with combat history are rare, and among those still flying “Twilight Tear” is arguably the most accurately restored in the world. The award winning restoration is not simply a trophy to the Fagen family; it is an exciting addition to their flying collection and new museum that endeavors to preserve heritage, honor veterans, and promote education.



"Twilight Tear" Deconstructed

P-51s with combat history are rare, and among those still flying “Twilight Tear” is arguably the most accurately restored in the world. The award winning restoration is not simply a trophy to the Fagen family; it is an exciting addition to their flying collection and new museum that endeavors to preserve heritage, honor veterans, and promote education.

It seems most Reno Unlimited Class racers are dedicated to a sole endeavor—to scream around the pylons and race for the gold.  Not this team. Will Whiteside and Team SteadFast have energized the warbird community as they add new pages to aviation history by shattering long held world records.




SteadFast -- For the Record

It seems most Reno Unlimited Class racers are dedicated to a sole endeavor—to scream around the pylons and race for the gold. Not this team. Will Whiteside and Team SteadFast have energized the warbird community as they add new pages to aviation history by shattering long held world records.

While many warbird enthusiasts generally consider the warbird community as existing within their own geographic boundaries, the phenomenon is truly international. Some of the best restoration work is taking place in New Zealand and Australia, including some exciting bomber projects. James Kightly checks in from the other hemisphere for a special update.
Bombers Down Under

While many warbird enthusiasts generally consider the warbird community as existing within their own geographic boundaries, the phenomenon is truly international. Some of the best restoration work is taking place in New Zealand and Australia, including some exciting bomber projects. James Kightly checks in from the other hemisphere for a special update.

What would a warbird reenactment be without “the bad guys?” Luigino Caliaro travelled from Italy to learn more about the group that has for decades brought the ultimate December 7th reenactment to airshows across America.


Tora - Tora - Tora

What would a warbird reenactment be without “the bad guys?” Luigino Caliaro travelled from Italy to learn more about the group that has for decades brought the ultimate December 7th reenactment to airshows across America.

After being passed from owner to owner, Bell AH-1G Cobra (Serial No. 70-15945) finally found a permanent home with Rick Clemens and the Cactus Air Force in Carson City, Nevada. Clemens bestowed the honor of flying this beautifully restored helicopter to Vietnam War veteran and Cobra pilot Mike Billow.Alaskan Cactus Cobra
AH-1G Takes Pilot Back in Time

After being passed from owner to owner, Bell AH-1G Cobra (Serial No. 70-15945) finally found a permanent home with Rick Clemens and the Cactus Air Force in Carson City, Nevada. Clemens bestowed the honor of flying this beautifully restored helicopter to Vietnam War veteran and Cobra pilot Mike Billow.


 

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