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Photo credit: Parker White Photography Interview by Savannah Bess You may have seen her already going viral across all of social media, grabbing attention, not only from the aviation world, but from anyone thinking, "This thing actually flies?!" Or conversely, "This thing actually floats?!" Both questions are valid, and both are an unequivocal YES! N130Q - a DC-3/C-53D-DO amphibian conversion - made her second public showing since 2024, at the 52nd annual International Seapla

The story of DC-3 Mainliner N814CL is one of preservation, stewardship, and a deep commitment to keeping aviation history alive. Built in 1945, the aircraft has served in a variety of unique roles throughout its distinguished life, reflecting both its versatility and enduring value. Among its many chapters, N814CL flew for the American Embassy in Peru, supported corporate operations for Rockwell Standard Steel Spring Company, and served the State of Georgia during the adminis

We had the privilege here at the Society to receive a couple of lovely e-mails from - would you believe it! - a lovely couple. Kristina Johnson and Andy Thompson, two aviation photographers, experience first-hand what it is like to fly the DC-3, especially that of such significance as the Commemorative Air Force's C-47 "That's All, Brother", and a testament to our goal in educating the public, and future generations, of the DC-3's role in both war and peace. Kristina: I surpr

C-47 Skytrains “Placid Lassie” and “Chalk 40” and a pair of UH-1 Hueys are among the many assets helping to deliver supplies and aid.

Provided by Pat Lewis-Bodilly, son of Don Lewis, C-47 pilot based at RAF Broadwell, England with 512 Squadron Just before midnight on the...

One of Colonel Sink's original "Toccoa Men", Jim Martin joined the now famous 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment at Camp Toccoa in July,...

Compiled from the memoir of Flight Officer Charles E. Skidmore, Jr., Glider pilot with the 91st Troop Carrier Squadron, 439th Troop...