Event

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BENEFITING: COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE
EVENT: 12 Planes of Christmas

THE STORY:

The SoCal Wing’s Navy/Marine B25-PBJ, Semper Fi, is the only flying PBJ in the world.

SoCal Wing obtained this warbird in May of 1993 and after 23 years of meticulous restoration it flew for the first time in May of 2016.

In its debut season, the unit has done a tremendous job of flying the PBJ to air shows, memorial fly overs and other venues for public display of this historic aircraft, in flight and in static display and tours, to carry on the important mission of preserving and bringing to life what our “greatest generation” flew.

The aircraft still needs some items to “finish the job” and present a more accurate display. Practical items such as new windshields, and interior lining, as well as those “finishing touches” such as replica rockets and 50 cal. machine guns.

Your generosity will help us maintain this one of a kind aircraft on its important mission to thrill and educate future generations as well as preserve history.

North American PBJ/B-25 Mitchell N5865V on Crowdrise

In commemoration of Pearl Harbor Day, CAF SoCal will be showing documentaries of the historic even in the museum hangar next to the Grumman F6F Hellcat and the F8F Bearcat warbirds and the B-25 PBJ-1J Mitchell bomber staged on the ramp  just outside the hangar doors and available for up close viewing by the public.

Additional docents will be available to conduct tours and answer questions.

Mark your calendars and plan to attend an event at CAF SoCal facilities commemorating the 80th anniversary of the legendary Spitfire with a presentation on the history and impact of this warbird, the lineage of the CAFSoCal Spitfire mark XIV followed by a “walk-around” tour of the aircraft and a flight demonstration.

The Summer of 1940 was a critical time in the early stages of World War II. Britain stood alone against the German armed forces and Germany had its sight set on the U.K.

Enter this airplane, the Supermarine spitfire. The Spitfire along with its air defense cohort, the Hawker Hurricane, held back the mighty German Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain, which raged  from July to October of 1940.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the first flight of the Spitfire. One of the most recognized and beloved and iconic aircraft of all time.

Welcome to the commemorative Air Force’s Southern California wing at Camarillo Airport.

On Saturday, October 22 CAF SoCal is hosting an event on  honoring the Spitfire.

Come hear Steve Barber our very own CAFSoCal Hall of Fame member talk about the development of spitfire, the Battle of Britain, and what it’s like to fly this  international treasure.

Ron Fleishman, our Unit Historian will outline the history of CAFSoCal’s own Mark XIV Spitfire, and we’ll conclude the event, weather and maintenance permitting by flying the Spitfire for you.

We’d love to see you on Saturday October 22nd for our Spitfire Event. Come experience living history.

Hosts:     Ventura County Ninety-Nines, Ventura County Career Education Center, California Aeronautical University, SBBCollege, Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 723, Commemorative Air Force SoCal Wing, Channel Islands Aviation, CP Aviation, Ventura County Department of Airports and Scofield Catering.

What:      Ventura County High School Aviation Career Day

When:     9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2016

Where:    Commemorative Air Force Museum Camarillo Airport, 455 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA

Why:       An event for all high school students in Ventura County to learn about various aviation careers available in this growing industry. Students will have the opportunity to speak to aviation industry professionals, military professionals, pilots, and aviation schools.  Visit with representatives from Parker Aerospace, NASA Armstrong, AeroVironment, Sun Air Jets, Air Traffic Controllers, UAV industry professionals, Civil Air Patrol, US Air Force, Channel Islands Air National Guard, US Navy, flight schools such as CP Aviation, Channel Islands Aviation and Camarillo Flight Instruction, as well as local Colleges including California Aeronautical University, Cal State LA and Spartan College. There will also be a flight simulator, drone demonstrations and various aircraft on display, including a flying car.

Highlight: Make Garbage Fly Contest:  Students bring their gliders made from recycled materials and compete for $850 in cash prizes for their School.  For contest rules, please visit www.facebookcom/vcaviationcareerday.

RSVP:        Students should sign up with their Career & College Counselors and/or STEM Teachers, or call 805-312-9299 for more information.   Schools can sign up at www.aviationcareerday.eventbright.com.

We are happy to announce that the PBJ is now officially part of our Warbird Rides Program.

With a capacity of up to seven passengers, and a choice of either aft or nose positions, a ride in this warbird is a unique experience.

Flights are scheduled for the Third Saturday of every month beginning with October.

Call the Museum number (805)482-0064 to reserve your seat.

A short video clip showing views from nose, top turret and waist gun positions on the CAFSoCal B-25 PBJ Warbird Ride:

Join us at the Camarillo Airport o August 20 and 21 2016 for the annual Wings Over Camarillo Air Show.

Come see our B25-PBJ bomber make it’s historical debut air show performance after a 23 year restoration project.

All our available warbirds will also be flying in our home-field airshow. Come be part of the excitement in beautiful Camarillo.

Save up to 25% on Adult General Admission and up to 50% on the Family Fun Pack if you buy  online HERE.  These discounts will only be available for a limited time through their online ticket sales.

The Black Sheep Squadron of Burbank, CA will hold a model aircraft flying event in our new hangar on June 12, from 1-4 PM.

The event is a contest between club members to build and fly No-Cal (16″ wingspan, profile planes) rubber powered balsa models of the museum’s available aircraft.

The BSS club has a long history and is composed of talented model builders, many of whom are veterans of the military or the aeronautics industry, and just a swell bunch of guys.

You owe it to yourself to come out to the museum, take a tour of our full scale models and then watch these masters at work. You won’t regret it, and it might inspire you (or your youngster) to take up the decidedly low tech, but highly rewarding hobby of model building.

We look forward to seeing our aircraft soar majestically in miniature inside our (cleared) hangar!

On Father’s Day, June 19th, 2016 we will be having a presentation on the Hellcat and the Battle of the Philippine Sea by noted historian and author, Tom Cleaver.  Program starts at 11 am and will end about 2 pm
We will also have our Hellcat do a flyby weather permitting.
AND you can purchase a ride for your Dad or Husband in one of our ride program aircraft

Put this date on your calendar; visit our museum and learn about the ZERO KILLER.

• Sunday, June 19, 2016
11am-12pm Presention
12pm-1pm Displays
1pm-2pm Flight

SEE IT FLY!

Our Hellcat is one of only 5 flying in the world today!

On Sunday, May 29, 2016 10am – 4pm CAF SolCal will host a presentation by Thomas McKelvey Cleaver on his recent book “The Bridgebusters” where he will discuss the real story be hind Joseph Heller’s “Catch 22”, based on the heroic Wing stationed on the island of Corsica.

• The author will autograph his book at this launch.
• Veterans of B-25 units will be available for interviews, including some of the Corsica-based B-25s – the Bridgebusters – and other B-25 veterans.
• The only surviving Marine Corps bomber from WWII – PBJ-1 “Semper Fi – and B-25J “Executive Suite” will be on display and may fly in preparation for Memorial Day ceremonies.

This is a “can’t miss” event for anyone interested in WWII history or the mighty B25 bomber.

Mark your calendars and make sure you are present!

B-25 Day Flier