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	Commemorative Air Force - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Commemorative Air Force (CAF), formerly known as the Confederate Air Force, is a Texas-based non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and showing historical aircraft.
		The group that would become the Confederate Air Force first got together in 1957, when four friends along with Nolen joined forces to purchase a P-51 Mustang.
		The CAF moved its headquarters to Midland, Texas at Midland International Airport (KMAF) in West Texas in 1991.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Commemorative_Air_Force (375 words)

	Official Home Page of the Commemorative Air Force
		CAF officials announced at a press conference, 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 7, 2001, that of 1,945 votes cast, 54 percent voted to approve Commemorative Air Force as the new name of the organization.
		The new name was selected as the result of a vote by CAF members taken at the organization's general membership meeting held Oct. 5, 2001, in Midland, Texas.
		CAF members voted overwhelmingly to change the name of the organization at a vote held Oct. 6, 2000 at CAF Headquarters.
	www.commemorativeairforce.org /news/2001/nr-01-1207.html (261 words)

	AIRSHO Official Home Page
		Located along with the Commemorative Air Force Headquarters at Midland International Airport, the nationally-accredited American Airpower Heritage Museum (AAHM) houses 40,000 square feet of "hands-on" permanent exhibits that detail the story of World War II airpower.
		The Commemorative Air Force (originally known as the Confederate Air Force) was formed in 1957 by five pilots who pooled their money to buy a P-51 Mustang.
		Today the CAF currently ranks as one of the largest air forces in the world with over 140 World War II aircraft including fighters, bombers and transports.
	www.airsho.org /airsho-background (354 words)

	the indiana wing of the commemorative air force home page
		the indiana wing of the caf, which operates the fairchild pt-26 "cornell", welcomes you to its web site.
		in 1981 the wing produced in cooperation with hq caf its first air show at columbus, in, which was was very well attended and is still considered to have been the largest air show in indiana's history.
		see our air show 1983 for what the airport looked like that last weekend in june when the wing hosted the blue angels and a large group of warbirds.
	www.indianawingcaf.org (321 words)

	Commemorative Air Force - Cleveland Wing - Preserving World War II Aircraft
		The date December 6, 1941, is stamped on the engine name plate, the day before the infamous Pearl Harbor attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941.
		We also invite you to join the Cleveland Wing of the Commemorative Air Force to assist in our effort to preserve and present the heritage of World War II aviation.
		The only requisite for CAF membership is a sincere interest in the preservation of World War II aircraft.
	www.clevelandwing.org (367 words)

	High Sky Wing
		The High Sky Wing is the local unit/chapter of the Commemorative Air Force in Midland, Texas.
		The Wing is located just across the street from CAF HQ and the Museum, at the Midland International Airport.
		The High Sky Wing is a chartered unit of the Commemorative Air Force.
	www.highskywing.org (125 words)

	Public Broadcasting Atlanta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit organization with approximately 11,000 members, over 145 vintage airplanes, and over 70 Wings, Squadrons, and Detachments located throughout the U.S. and countries abroad.
		The 83rd unit of the Commemorative Air Force is called Dixie Wing and is based at Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia (approximately 25 miles outside of Atlanta).
		It is their mission to preserve history by restoring and maintaining, in flying condition, actual combat planes used in World War II and house them in museum facilities for permanent display and protection as a tribute of the thousands of men and women who built, serviced and flew them.
	www.pba.org /atlanta/community/dixiewing.html (246 words)

	The American Historical Foundation
		To salute the U.S. Air Force and this passing “Golden Age”, the Foundation is proud to issue the Colt Golden Tribute and Colt Silver Tribute to the U.S. Air Force—in 24-Karat Gold plating or Hard Nickel plating, respectively.
		Air Force veterans and collectors acquire either—or both of, with matching registry numbers.
		The Air Force’s founding date, etched in a foliate banner, embellishes the lower front side of the slide.
	www.ahfrichmond.com /projectgraphics/852GAF.ahf (648 words)

	U. S. Centennial of Flight - Media Page
		The Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force is the most recent group to join the effort, which is being coordinated by the U.S. Centennial of Flight Commission.
		The Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force is collaborating with local museums, aviation-oriented organizations and Luke Air Force Base in presenting the Arizona Centennial of Flight Exhibition, which will trace the past 100 years of Arizona's aviation history.
		Its members include the director of the National Air and Space Museum, the administrators of NASA and the FAA, the presidents of the Experimental Aircraft Association and First Flight Centennial Foundation of North Carolina, and the chairman of Inventing Flight: Dayton 2003.
	www.centennialofflight.gov /user/news_releases/press_arizonaAlliance.htm (567 words)

	Commemorative Air Force B-29/B-24 Squadron (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Commemorative Air Force owns and operates the oldest B-24 type aircraft in existence.
		Then it was sold to Mexico's national oil company, Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), and flown in Latin America until the CAF acquired it in 1967.
		In 1971, she was put in the paint scheme and markings of the 98th Bomb Group of the 9th Air Force.
	www.cafb29b24.org /diamondlil.shtml (244 words)

	Texas Symbols, Airforce: Commemorative Air Force - SHG Resources
		The Confederate Air Force, based in Midland at the Midland International Airport, was proclaimed the official air force of Texas by the 71st Legislature in 1989.
		The organization was originally known as the "Confederate Air Force." Following a membership vote in 2001 and made effective on January 1, 2002, the organization is now known as the Commemorative Air Force.
		Today, the Commemorative Air Force is comprised of over 11,000 members, several hundred of whom serve as pilots and flight or maintenance crew members committed to preserving World War II American aviation heritage.
	www.shgresources.com /tx/symbols/airforce (824 words)

	Commemorative Air Force - Lake Superior Detachment 101
		The PBY's’ primary goal was maritime patrol and anti shipping, although as the war developed it was quickly show to be very vulnerable to air attacks and anti aircraft artillery and ceased heavy bombing and anti shipping attacks because of massive losses.
		The aircraft was purchased in the later 90’s by the Southern Minnesota Wing of the C.A.F and was shuttled in from the West Coast in flyable condition.
		Upon arrival, a general maintenance program was initiated to bring it back to full airworthiness with the eventual hope of limited restoration work like the addition of the blisters, a new paint job and perhaps a nose turret.
	www.angelfire.com /mn/charlie6/pby2.html (1424 words)

	CAF Lake Superior Squadron
		The Commemorative Air Force is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 organization originally incorporated under Texas laws for charitable and educational purposes.
		Today, the Commemorative Air Force is comprised of over 11,000 members, many of whom serve as pilots and flight or maintenance crew members committed to preserving World War II American aviation heritage.
		The Commemorative Air Force has had a long and dedicated presence in Minnesota via its South St. Paul location, but is relatively new to the Twin Ports area.
	www.cafduluth.org (337 words)

	Commemorative Air Force Museum at Falcon Field Airport
		The Commemorative Air Force, a world wide, all volunteer non-profit organization, is dedicated to the preservation in flying condition of the great war planes that dominated the skies of World War II.
		The Confederate Air Force Museum at Falcon Field is home to the authentically restored World War II B-17 bomber, "Sentimental Journey." Out of the 12,731 B-17s built during WWII, there are about 13 left flyable and approximately eight flying in the United States.
		In addition to "Sentimental Journey" the CAF Museum also maintains a B-25 Mitchell bomber, SNJ, C-45, and a Grumman Guardian.
	ci.mesa.az.us /airport/commemorativeairforce.asp (210 words)

	CAF History
		First chartered in 1961 as the "Confederate Air Force", the organization has grown from a handful of members and nine aircraft in south Texas to over 10,000 members and 130 aircraft around the world in 2001.
		In 2001, the name "Commemorative Air Force" was selected, and this name took effect on January 1, 2002.
		Copyright Commemorative Air Force, Inc. except as otherwise indicated.
	www.westhoustonsqdn.org /whatis_caf.html (251 words)

	Commemorative Air Force - Wright Stuff Squadron (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		If you would like officially join the squadron, you need to be a member of the Commerative Air Force first.
		Membership in the C.A.F. is currently $160.00 (tax deductible!) per year.
		The Wright Stuff Squadron of Greater Dayton is a non profit organization and a unit of the Commemorative Air Force.
	www.wrightstuffsquadron.com /HelpingOut/HelpingOut.shtml (411 words)

	Minnesota Wing Commemorative Air Force
		The aircraft was first assigned to the 341st AAF Base Unit (Third Air Force) at Pinelle AAF, Florida.
		According to CAF records, the aircraft was donated to the CAF sometime during 1970.
		In 1974, the aircraft was moved to Minneapolis where a unique effort was made with the cooperation of interested parties to restore the aircraft to racing condition and have the aircraft be a contender in the Reno Air Races.
	www.cafsmw.org /smw-aircraft/Mustang.html (1386 words)

	CAF - SouthernCalifornia Wing'sWWII Aviation Museum
		Stratford also is active with the Commemorative Air Force, based at Camarillo Airport, where she helps conserve and archive World War II memorabilia.
		The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is an all-volunteer organization, with members from all walks of life, dedicated to preserving the history of WWII aircraft for generations to come.
		The only requirement for membership in The CAF is a sincere interest in the preservation of WWII aircraft and a minimum age of 18.
	www.orgsites.com /ca/caf-socal (3192 words)

	Texas State Commemorative Air Force
		The Commemorative Air Force of Texas is a non-profit organization which preserves and displays WWII aircraft for charitable and educational purposes (formerly known as the Confederate Air Force).
		The discovery of the kite about 400 BC in China actually began the invention of flight - kites were the forerunner to balloons and gliders.
		The Montgolfier brothers were the inventors of the first hot air balloon in 1783.
	www.statesymbolsusa.org /Texas/CAF.html (169 words)

	Third Pursuit Squadron Commemorative Air Force Cable Airport Upland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		This squadron of the Commemorative Air Force is named in honor of the unit in which our friend and former charter member, Erik Shilling, served in the
		Although the United Sates was not at war with Japan in 1937, President Roosevelt signed an order allowing members of the U.S. armed forces to resign from their respective services and join the AVG for the purpose of training Chinese pilots and defending the country from the marauding Japanese aircraft.
		As with all units of the CAF, we are dedicated to the restoration and preservation of WW II era aircraft.
	www.3rdpursuit.com /3rdHome.htm (410 words)

	CAF - Spirit Of Tulsa Commemorative Air Force AirForce Sprit Of Tulsa Squadron World War WWII Vintage Aircraft B-24 ...
		The Commemorative Air Force is a 501c3, non profit organization, dedicated to the restoration and flying of World War II aircraft.
		The Spirit of Tulsa was awarded the Distinguished Unit Award for 2003 by the Commemorative Air Force, headquartered in Midland, Texas.
		The award is given annually to one of the 90 CAF Units throughout the world.
	www.caftulsa.org (206 words)

	Aeronca L-16 Arizona Wing Commemorative Air Force
		Still others went on to serve in the US Civil Air Patrol, a civilian search-and-rescue arm of the US Air Force.
		As the years have passed, a few have recently been restored to their L-16 livery in commemoration of their unique history.
		The lineage of these versatile and honest airplanes is such that they do not attract a great deal of attention at warbird gatherings, yet their place in military aviation is undeniable and appreciated by a growing number of enthusiasts and owners.
	www.arizonawingcaf.com /pages/l16.html (293 words)

	Commemorative Air Force - Ohio Valley Wing
		Did you know that we are a unit of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), dedicated to preserve in flying condition aircraft flown by all US service branches in World War II?
		The CAF includes aviation history, respectful tribute to those who built and flew WW II aircraft in defense of the USA, AND flying.
		But no need to be pilot-most CAF members aren't-just a solid interest in our objectives and some time to support our activities.
	www.cafohio.org (197 words)

	List of airworthy Ju 52 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Taken out of service in 1963 and left at Quito Airport for six years, it was bougt by an former American Air Force pilot, Lester Weaver for $ 52,500.
		It was used at Air Shows until Lufthansa acquired it in December 1984: It was flown to Hamburg via Greenland, Iceland and England.
		The official registration painted under the tail is D-CDLH.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_airworthy_Ju_52 (309 words)

	Commemorative Air Force - Dallas/Fort Worth Wing (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		An unsophisticated magnetic anomaly detector system, housed in the cargo area with the radar antenna dome hung under the belly, was used to detect submerged vessels by measuring variations in magnetic fields.
		The CAF DFW Wing's R4D-6S, was built in October 1944 at the Douglas Aircraft Corporation Oklahoma City plant.
		It was officially acquired by the CAF in February 1981, and then assigned to the DFW Wing as a 'C-47'.
	www.dfwwing.com /R4D.html (2102 words)

	Non-Profit Organizations That I Support
		The American Air Museum In Britain is a tribute to the enormous effort and sacrifice expended by American air crews during WWII, and the impact that the large American presence had on England.
		There are 90 CAF Air Wings spread across the US and world-wide that work to restore, maintain, and operate these historic aircraft.
		The United States Air Force Museum is dedicated to collecting and displaying the history and heritage of the United States Air Force, and its predecessors, the United States Army Air Force and the Signal Corps.
	www.visi.com /~jweeks/stuff/org.html (1847 words)

	On TV : Ride of Your Life : Mercedes-Benz, Racing Boats, Commemorative Air Force, Xeno III (107) : Fine Living
		The T-6, now owned by the Commemorative Air Force, was used by the Air Force and the Navy during WWII to train fighter and bomber pilots.
		Then, take to the skies with the Commemorative Air Force, a group dedicated to buying and restoring World War II planes used by the military.
		The youngest CAF Colonel is 18 years old, the oldest is 100.
	www.fineliving.com /fine/ride_of_your_life/episode/0,1663,FINE_1414_118,00.html (473 words)

	Inland Empire Wing Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is an all-volunteer organization, made up of members from all walks of life.
		You need not be a veteran nor a pilot to join the CAF.
		Privately funded and totally self-supporting, the nonprofit, tax-exempt group is dedicated to preserving the military aviation heritage of World War II.
	www.inlandempirewingcaf.org (145 words)

	Old Dominion Squadron - Commemorative Air Force
		Our Lockheed C-60 Lodestar, which was built in 1942 and used by the U.S. Army Air Force as a transport, suffered a landing incident in August of 2005 and we are currently in the process of restoring this aircraft back to flying condition.
		The squadron’s Martin dorsal.50 caliber machine gun turret, as installed on several types of WW II aircraft, is fully operational and is a big hit with the public at air shows and at Squadron events.
		In the past, we were privileged to have COL Robert Morgan, USAF(Ret.), commander of the B-17 “Memphis Belle,” speak to us at a dinner at the Langley Air Force Base Officers Club.
	www.olddominionsquadron.org (442 words)

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