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Blockbuster Lineup of Aircraft, WWII Veterans for CAF Atlanta Warbird Weekend

September 15, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 1

The CAF Atlanta Warbird Weekend (AWW) will present its largest lineup of World War II veterans and aircraft for its third annual event at Dekalb-Peachtree Airport (KPDK) in Chamblee, Ga., Sept.24-25, 2016. Attendees will see […]

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CAF Capital Wing Performs Flyover in Honor of WASP Elaine Harmon

September 9, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 0

On Sept.7, 2016, four members of the CAF Capital Wing participated in a vintage WWII-era aircraft flyover during the inurnment ceremony for Women Air Force Service Pilot (WASP) Second Lieutenant Elaine D. Harmon at Arlington […]

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Several WWII Veterans to Speak at Atlanta Warbird Weekend Programs

September 6, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 1

Several World War II veterans will highlight activities at the third annual Atlanta Warbird Weekend at Dekalb-Peachtree Airport (KPDK) Sept.24-25, 2016. The event at the Chamblee, Ga., airport is a community effort led by the […]

Atlanta Warbird Weekend Invites Photographers for Rare Aviation Experience

August 22, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 0

Photographers are invited to participate in unique aviation workshops in conjunction with Atlanta Warbirds Weekend (AWW), Sept. 24 and 25 at Dekalb Peachtree Airport, Chamblee, Ga. 3G Aviation Media photo workshops are scheduled Saturday with […]

CAF High Sky Wing to Unveil Rare F-14 Restoration

August 19, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 8

As we reported three weeks ago, the Commemorative Air Force’s High Sky Wing, based in Midland, Texas was set to begin refurbishing Grumman F-14A Tomcat Bu.160403 on July 27th, 2016. This airframe, if you recall, is of […]

“The Lost Squadron” Story to Be Told at August 20 CAF Living History Series

August 12, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 1

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. Three […]

CAF Red Tail Squadron Expands Team

August 8, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 1

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, America’s tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, today announced a new logistics team focused on bringing the inspirational message of the Tuskegee Airmen to new audiences, both on […]

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AVG Flying Tigers Veterans Headline Atlanta Warbird Weekend Dinner

August 6, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 1

Three World War II veterans of the legendary American Volunteer Group “Flying Tigers” will share their fascinating experiences and stories at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend (AWW) “Dinner with the Tigers,” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. […]

CAF Dallas Fort Worth Wing Presents Warbirds on Parade

August 4, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 0

Be sure to attend the Commemorative Air Force Warbirds on Parade at the Lancaster Airport on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event attendees will have a chance to experience the […]

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CAF Announces Program to Honor Women Airforce Service Pilots

July 27, 2016 Moreno Aguiari 3

PRESS RELEASE – The newest addition to the CAF national educational outreach program is CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP. The initiative will bring the legacy of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) to a nationwide audience, […]

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