Planes of Fame’s Hangar Talk and OV-10D Bronco Flying Demo

Moreno Aguiari
Moreno Aguiari
The OV-10 Bronco, produced from 1965 to 1986 with 360 built, was designed for short takeoffs and landings on carriers and unimproved sites. Photo via Planes of Fame Air Museum
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On August 3, 2024, Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, CA, will host a special event focusing on the Vietnam War. The event will feature various presentations focused on the Vietnam War from 1955 to 1975. Two of the programs include an overview of the famous Operation Rolling Thunder and a look at the Mistys of the Vietnam War. Attendees can witness a flying demonstration of the OV-10D Bronco, restored by Matt Nightingale, and view a screening of the documentary “The Misty Experiment.” The event is included with regular museum admission, and members attend for free.

Hangar Talk Special Event and Flying Demo of the North American Rockwell OV 10D Bronco

The Planes of Fame Air Museum will host the OV-10 “Bronco” for a flying demonstration, thanks to Matt Nightingale of Cal AeroFab, who restored and piloted the aircraft. At 12:15 PM, Richard Malvino of the museum gave a presentation on the OV-10, highlighting its design and Vietnam War missions. Following this, Nightingale started the Bronco’s engines and performed an impressive twenty-minute flight demonstration. After the display, visitors had the opportunity to interact with Nightingale and learn more about the aircraft’s restoration and operation. For more information about the event, click HERE. 

Planes of Fames Hangar Talk and OV 10D Bronco Flying Demo
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Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
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