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Issue #42 May/June 2012
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Content
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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.
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"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.
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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. |
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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.
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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. |
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 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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