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2017 California Capital Airshow

Man’O’War and SNJ “290” were at the 2017 California Capital Airshow on September 9 and 10.

Although our primary task was to offer the public warbird rides aboard these aircraft, Man’O’War was asked to stand in for another P51 which failed to appear for a  scheduled act.

It serves as a testament to CAFSoCal’s professionalism, as well as all our pilots’ skill that Jason Somes was able to run the expected routine with little notice, to the thrill of the crowds.

We look forward to returning to the CCA in 2018 – hopefully, it will be a little cooler than it was this year, and maybe we’ll bring up more of our warbirds for the show.

Bellow are a few images of Man’O’War in action, as well as just a couple of the other aircraft in the show that were too good to pass up.


Onboard action cam video of the Ferrari supercar chase and aerobatics by Man’O’War

 

2017-09-13T13:47:03-07:00September 13th, 2017|News|

Ride Prices Will Increase October 1, 2017

Effective October 1, 2017 our ride prices will increase at Camarillo.  This will be our 1st increase in 3 years.  The new pricing will be as follows:

P-51 Mustang   $1695 for 20 minutes

SNJ   $495 for 20 minutes

PT-19   $295 for 20 minutes

PBJ    Pricing will remain the same for the moment.

Certificates purchased before the price increase can be used anytime, they do not expire. 

Thank you past and future riders for your support. 

 

2017-09-01T11:41:26-07:00August 31st, 2017|News|

Rememberance Paver Brick Program

The Southern California Wing of the Commemorative Air Force invite you to leave a Legacy by purchasing a Commemorative Brick. The bricks will be installed at our entrance by the flag pole leading into the aircraft museum.

The bricks are 4”x8” and made out of red clay with black lettering to include up to 3 lines with up to 18 characters per line.

 

To place your order, download and print out this form. Return your completed form with payment attached to the museum or mail in to the address indicated.

Or, place your order online directly with the brick engraver by following the LINK HERE.

 

 

2018-09-05T13:47:53-07:00August 9th, 2017|Event|

CAFSoCal Presentation Series: VMB611 and the PBJ

Living History Presentation Series
VMB-611 & Doolittle PBJ

Saturday, September 1, 2018
12:30PM
CAF SoCal Hangar

Our PBJ, the Marine Corps version of the venerable B-25, is the only flying example in the world today.

On Saturday, September 1st, CAF SoCal is hosting an event focused on the PBJ and Marine Bombing Squadron-611 (VMB-611).

A trio of CAF SoCal guest speakers will walk you through the history of the PBJ and VMB-611, a 23-year long restoration, and the celebration of the Doolittle Raid’s 75th anniversary.  

So mark your calendars to learn about this historic aircraft, its historic return to flight, and its participation in the historic Doolittle 75th anniversary.

Experience living history.

 

 

2018-09-05T13:48:46-07:00July 29th, 2018|Event|

Skyfair 2017 Airshow Report

The PBJ and crew put in another great airshow appearance, this time at the 2017 Skyfair in Everett Washington, at the Flying Heritage and Combat Armor Museum.

The aircraft performed flawlessly for the 5 hour flight from Camarillo to Everett – a testament to the skill and hard work put in by the PBJ crew.  And the same crew set to the task of cleaning and presenting the PBJ to the public. The PBJ looked great on the ramp, next to the FHCAM B25 and Mosquito as well as visiting Corsairs, Hellcat, Bearcat to name a few.

Here are a few images and a video clip from the event:



 

2017-07-25T21:08:50-07:00July 25th, 2017|News|

PBJ going to FHCAM Skyfair and rides

We are pleased to announce that the PBJ will be flying up to Everett, Washington on July 20th through 23rd to participate in the Flying Heritage Museum’s annual Skyfair airshow where the aircraft will be made available for rides as the airshow schedule permits.

Reserve your seats now to experience a ride aboard  the PBJ

Friday 7/21 @ 9:30 AM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM and 5:00PM
Saturday 7/22 @  4:15 PM and 5:15 PM
Sunday 7/23 @ 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM

Please note that all flight times are subject to weather, maintenance and flight occupancy.

2017-07-13T22:21:02-07:00July 13th, 2017|News|

Man’O’War is back flying!

Following a meticulous refresh on Man’O’War which included a complete overhaul of the Merlin engine and the propeller, our beautiful two-seater P-51DMustang is back flying!

Expect to see her at the Truckee Airshow and of course our own Wings Over Camarillo Airshow – but don’t wait to book a ride aboard this icon of the skies, her dance card is getting filled fast!

2017-08-08T12:42:55-07:00June 28th, 2017|Uncategorized|
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