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C-47 Visit Sept 27 to Oct 1

CAFSoCal to host the historic aircraft C-47 Skytrain “that’s all, brother”

 

CAF Southern California Wing at Camarillo Airport to host a historic World War II aircraft.  The C-47A Skytrain troop transport named That’s All, Brother is the airplane that led the Allies’ main airborne invasion over Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944. Visitors can tour and fly on That’s All, Brother. Flights are approximately 30 minutes long and may be purchased in advance online.

 

*For this special visit, we are asking the entry donation to be $15 for adults, students ages 10-18 $10, kids ages 6-9 $5, and active military $10

 

WHERE: CAF Southern California Wing
455 Aviation Drive
Camarillo, CA 93010

WHEN: Wednesday – Thursday, September 27 – 28, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – ground and cockpit tours.

Friday – Sunday, September 29 – October 1, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – ground and cockpit tours and flights. That’s All Brother will be available for ground and cockpit tours when not operating flights.

ABOUT THE EVENT: Aircraft Tours are included with paid admission to the CAF Southern California Wing. Living history flight experience rides in That’s All, Brother are $275 per passenger.

You Can Buy Tickets Here: thatsallbrother.org

About the C-47A That’s All, Brother
That’s All, Brother was the C-47A troop carrier aircraft that led the Airborne Invasion on D-Day,
June 6, 1944, carrying 101 st Airborne Division paratroopers into France during the D-Day invasion.
The aircraft was named “That’s All, Brother” by the aircrew, who felt it was a fitting message to

Adolf Hitler. Following D-Day, That’s All, Brother” served in Operation Dragoon, Operation Market
Garden, the Relief of Bastogne, and Operation Varsity. After the War, the aircraft was sold as
surplus, and its contribution to history was almost forgotten. In 2015, the Commemorative Air
Force rescued the aircraft from a boneyard, completed a lengthy restoration to get it flying, and
returned it to its World War II configuration. In June 2019, the aircraft returned to England and
France to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day (flying over Omaha Beach on June 6, 2019).
The aircraft plans to return to Europe for the 80 th anniversary of D-Day commemorations in June
2024. Visit www.thatsallbrother.org to purchase flights and for more detailed information.
  
About the Commemorative Air Force (CAF):
Through more than six decades of collecting and flying World War II aircraft, with a fleet of over
170 World War II airplanes, the CAF has become the world’s largest flying museum. The aircraft are
assigned to unit locations across the U.S. and are maintained and supported by over 19,000
volunteer members. Nearly all CAF aircraft are kept in flying condition, enabling people to
experience firsthand the sights and sounds of vintage military aircraft in flight. The CAF's mission is
to Educate, Inspire, and Honor through flight and living history experiences. To learn more about
the organization, visit www.CommemorativeAirForce.org.

About the CAF Southern California Wing:
The CAF Southern California Wing is a volunteer organization with members from many different
backgrounds. The wing is dedicated to preserving the history of WWII aircraft for generations to
come. This CAF location is assigned 15 authentic military aircraft maintained and operated by
volunteers. In addition to flying aircraft, the wing has a wide-ranging collection of World War II
artifacts displayed in a Hangar Museum. Current museum opening hours are Friday and Saturday,
10 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM. They are closed on Monday through Thursday and
some holidays. The newly expanded wing, at over 55,000 square feet, includes three hangar
complexes to house their museum, flying aircraft, warbird restorations, and gift shop. The museum
also offers venue rentals. The CAF Southern California Wing is located at the Camarillo Airport at
455 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010. Their website is www.CAFSoCal.com, and their phone
number is (805) 482-0064.

2023-09-14T20:10:37-07:00September 13th, 2023|Featured, News|

Primary Trainers Presentation, July 22, 2023 Replay

Primary Trainers Presentation, July 22, 2023 – REPLAY

 

Airpower came into its own as a force of military power in World War II … and proved pivotal. Tens of thousands of young men got their wings and led the charge in what would become an overwhelming force.  How’d the Western Allies do it? On Saturday July 22nd the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport will conducted a presentation about the Primary Training program and the Primary Trainer Aircraft that helped set the foundation for Victory. Here is the replay of that presentation.

2023-09-09T12:53:33-07:00June 22nd, 2023|News|

US Attack Aviation Presentation, June 17, 2023 – Video Replay

From the Red Baron to Top Gun … 1916 to the Present sea and air stories by Naval Aviators and Air Force Fighter Pilots, and the men who built their airplanes. On Saturday June 17th the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport hosted PhD and retired USAF Brigadier General RG Head who shared research from his latest book about the differences between Air Force and Navy Light Attack aircraft, pilots, and their unique cultures. Dr. Head’s US Attack Aviation book is available for sale on Amazon. 

Here is the video replay of the presentation.

2023-07-09T15:07:14-07:00May 21st, 2023|News|

Upcoming Airshows 2023

We love seeing all of you at the museum, but we realize that not everyone can travel to Camarillo, California. 

 

So, come see us at an airshow near you – here is the tentative list as of July 3 (changes and cancellations of air shows can happen, check back frequently): 

 

 

Aug 19-20  Wings Over Camarillo, California  https://wingsovercamarillo.com/

Sep 15-17   Reno Air Races, Nevada  https://airrace.org/

Oct 7            Apple Valley, California  https://applevalleyairshow.com/

Oct 7-8       Salinas, California  https://salinasairshow.com/

Oct 13-15    Santa Maria Airfest, California https://www.centralcoastairfest.com/

 

2023-07-03T20:58:56-07:00May 2nd, 2023|News|

V-E Day Presentation May 13, 2023 – Video Replay

Thank you to all who came out to see our presentation: V-E Day on May 13, 2023

This May marks the 78th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day, May 8, 1945), celebrating the formal acceptance of Germany’s surrender in World War II.  Little talked about in the German Luftwaffe are the Messerschmidt ME-108 Taifun personnel transport and liaison aircraft and the Fieseler Fi-156 Storch liaison and covert operations aircraft.  

Here is the video replay:

 

2023-07-09T15:31:41-07:00April 16th, 2023|News|

Into Flight Once More – Presentation Video Replay

Thank you all for coming out to our first Presentation for 2023!  

Into Flight Once More: Epic D-Day 75th Anniversary Journey to Normandy

Replay Video Below

The film INTO FLIGHT ONCE MORE brings the history of June 6, 1944 to the present to life through the lens of the C-47 D-Day Squadron and their epic re-creation journey across the North Atlantic to Normandy for the 75th Anniversary of D-Day.  On Saturday March 4th the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport will host a viewing of this inspirational film, which is narrated by Hollywood star and military supporter Gary Sinise.  

 

 

2023-04-16T13:35:09-07:00February 4th, 2023|News|

Our Presentation Schedule for 2023

Part of our mission is to educate, and we love doing just that with our presentation series.   These 1-2 hour events happen every so often at the museum and are really worth trying to make it in person.  

Here is the list for 2023 so you can plan ahead:

 

  • July 22nd – 11 am:  PT – Pilot Trainers
  • September 9th – 11am: North American SNJ
  • November 4th – 11 am:  Utilities – Navion, F-24, YO-55
2023-07-16T14:08:00-07:00February 2nd, 2023|Featured, News|

Veteran’s Day 2022

Happy Veteran’s Day – we honor all Veterans, living and passed on.   We are open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday – come out and visit us! 

To help keep you occupied, here is some history about Veteran’s Day (courtesy of History.com):  

Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans—living or dead—but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime. 

 For more great information, please visit: www.history.com

2022-11-17T20:41:40-07:00November 10th, 2022|News|

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