Thunder Over Michigan, organized by the Yankee Air Museum in Ypsilanti, Michigan is one of the most popular air shows in the United States. This year the organizers are arranging what could be the largest Corsair gathering in decades. In fact, Michael Luther, the air show’s director, just announced the 10th Corsair on the list of expected participants! “We have very excited to organize this gather. The Corsair is one of the favorite WWII aircraft for many enthusiasts. We have invited every U.S. based operator and the European as well. We are very excited to now have ten airplanes confirmed. However, we won’t stop here and we will try to add few more!”
The eleven Corsairs confirmed so far are:
F4U-7 Bu.133722 – Erickson Aircraft Collection
F4U-7 Bu.133710 – John O’Connor
F4U-5N Bu.123168 – Fighters & Legends
F4U-4 Bu.97143 – Jim Tobul
FG-1D Bu.92508 – Military Aviation Museum
F4U-4 Bu.97388 – Wings Of The North
FG-1D Bu.92468 – Commemorative Air Force – Dixie Wing
F4U-5NL Bu.122179 – Collings Foundation
FG-1D Bu.88090/NZ5612 – Louis Horschel
FG-1D Bu.67089 – Elenville, LLC
* Updated on 03/06/19 – FG-1D Corsair – Mid America Flight Museum
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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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