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Military Aviation Museum
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Experience the thrill at “America's Flying Museum” when historic aircraft roar to life, and take to the skies right in front of you…
Nestled in Virginia Beach, the Military Aviation Museum stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of America, housing one of the world's most expansive collections of operational vintage military aircraft. These flying relics, rescued from the ravages of battle and meticulously restored to their former glory, act as tangible time machines, connecting visitors to the pivotal moments in history that shaped the modern world.
Encompassing a sprawling 130 acres, the museum boasts a diverse array of aircraft spanning different eras, including World War I and World War II, providing a panorama of the evolution of aviation technology. The Museum's expansive campus features original structures from historic battlefields, a grass runway, cavernous hangars, and state-of-the-art maintenance and restoration facilities, earning it the moniker "Warbird Heaven."
Nestled in Virginia Beach, the Military Aviation Museum stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of America, housing one of the world's most expansive collections of operational vintage military aircraft. These flying relics, rescued from the ravages of battle and meticulously restored to their former glory, act as tangible time machines, connecting visitors to the pivotal moments in history that shaped the modern world.
Encompassing a sprawling 130 acres, the museum boasts a diverse array of aircraft spanning different eras, including World War I and World War II, providing a panorama of the evolution of aviation technology. The Museum's expansive campus features original structures from historic battlefields, a grass runway, cavernous hangars, and state-of-the-art maintenance and restoration facilities, earning it the moniker "Warbird Heaven."
Warbirds Over the Beach | Military Aviation Museum
Warbirds Over the Beach is one of the premier all-warbird air shows in the world, held on October 5th and 6th, 2024. This extraordinary event features a stunning collection of WWII aircraft taking flight, set against the backdrop of a sprawling 130-acre campus. What makes it truly exclusive is its immersive experience, complete with living history encampments and meticulously preserved 1940s airfield buildings, offering attendees a unique opportunity to step back in time and relive the glory days of WWII aviation.. This combination of historical authenticity, rare aircraft, and a vibrant community of enthusiasts makes Warbirds Over the Beach a one-of-a-kind event on the global stage. Visit our website for air show tickets.
The Military Aviation Museum is located in Virginia Beach, VA. Visit us today!
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The Military Aviation Museum is located in Virginia Beach, VA. Visit us today!
For more information, visit www.militaryaviationmuseum.org/
or give us a call at (757) 721-7767
Make sure to follow us on
Facebook: MilitaryAviationMuseum/
Twitter: avmuseumvb
Instagram: militaryaviationmuseum
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D-Day The Greatest Victory | Presented by WAVY TV
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The Military Aviation Museum is located in Virginia Beach, VA. Visit us today! For more information, visit www.militaryaviationmuseum.org/ or give us a call at (757) 721-7767 Make sure to follow us on Facebook: MilitaryAviationMuseum/ Twitter: avmuseumvb Instagram: militaryaviationmuseum
P-64 (Replica) Run-up | Military Aviation Museum
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In the years leading up to American involvement in World War II, nations all around the world were scrambling to reequip their air forces with new fighters. To meet the need and turn a profit, several American manufacturers produced basic, but modern fighters with metal skins, enclosed cockpits, and retractable gear as comparatively inexpensive export fighters. North American produced and deliv...
SBD Dauntless Underwater Footage at the Bottom of Lake Michigan | Military Aviation Museum
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In 1994 the aircraft was recovered as part of a large operation to retrieve rare and important naval aircraft from the bottom of the lake. This operation was conducted by A and T Recovery who would bring more than 40 of the aircraft to the surface. More than 140 are known to have crashed into the lake with only six being recovered during the war. A and T located 36175 in 177 feet of water sitti...
Spitfire Preflight Walk Around | Military Aviation Museum
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Walk with Museum Chief Pilot, Mike Spalding as he preflights our combat veteran Supermarine Spitfire Mk IXe. Known by her war-time serial number MJ730, the Museum’s Spitfire is a veteran of over 100 combat missions. Originally manufactured at Castle Bromwich Aircraft Factory by Vickers-Armstrong, MJ730 was test flown by Alex Henshaw on December 10, 1943. She was then shipped to Casablanca aboar...
Consolidated PBY Catalina Startup & Take-Off | Military Aviation Museum
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The Museum’s “Cat” (BuNo 48294) was accepted by the US Navy in October of 1943 and had an extensive career that would take her halfway around the world. Flown first from the factory where she was built in San Diego to her base in Norfolk, VA where she was assigned to VPB-92. Her missions would then take her to French Morocco, the Canary Islands, Gibraltar, and the Azores hunting German submarin...
Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 Night Run | Military Aviation Museum
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A night run of one of our Merlins at Vintage V-12's, finishing up a scheduled overhaul. Night runs give us a visual confirmation of the exhaust flames, their color, and firing order to verify the engine is operating correctly. Engines are run for several hours on a stand before being reinstalled on an aircraft after an overhaul. The Military Aviation Museum is located in Virginia Beach, VA. Vis...
P-40E Warhawk Flight | Military Aviation Museum
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Our P-40 flies in the markings of American Volunteer Group (AVG) P-40E 41-5658 “108” of the 3rd Squadron “Hell’s Angels.” It features the distinctive shark-mouth markings made famous by the group, as well as their Walt Disney Studio-designed Flying Tiger emblem. The aircraft also features Nationalist Chinese Insignia in place of American Stars, since the AVG, although made up of American aviato...
Skyraider Lands on our grass runway | Military Aviation Museum
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Our "Able Dog," VA-195-marked, Skyraider BuNo123827 AD was built in 1949, as an AD-4 in 1949 at the Douglas plant in El Segundo, California and saw three tours in Korea with several squadrons. The first time, from May to November 1950 on the USS Valley Forge (CV-45). Its next deployment was on the USS Essex (CV-9) from June 1951 to March 1952 before it was returned to the USS Valley Forge for a...
C-46 Wing Removal | Military Aviation Museum
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With a couple of days of preparation, the harnesses were prepared, the Fighter Factory team was briefed up, and the lift began as the sun crested the top of the Cottbus hangar. A chilly, damp start to the morning - but most important of all, no wind! We will be removing and inspecting the fuel tanks, also allowing us the opportunity to inspect the inside of the wings for any corrosion, and to r...
A6M3 Model 32 "Hamp" | First Restoration Taxi | Military Aviation Museum
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It has been a long road, but we are getting closer to a flying airplane! Our Museum Chief Pilot Mike Spalding is seen here taxiing the A6M3 in Everett, Washington. Work at Legend Flyers is continuing to prepare the airplane for its first flight, which will be the culmination of a restoration that has taken over a decade to complete. #A6M3 #Hamp #Zero #Zeke #MilitaryAviationMuseum #airplane #War...
Lost for 50 years... and Rescued from the Bottom of Lake Michigan | Military Aviation Museum
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Introduced in 1940, the Dauntless was developed as a scout bomber, hence its SBD designation (Scout Bomber - Douglas). Flown by squadrons of US Navy and US Marine Corps pilots from land bases as well as aircraft carriers, the Dauntless was the principal American dive bomber through much of the war, being replaced by the SB2C Helldiver in mid-1944. During the Battle of Midway in June 1942, Daunt...
de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito Take-off | Military Aviation Museum
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This video has no audio: Almost 7,800 Mosquitos were built around the world and the aircraft filled a variety of roles from fighter-bomber, bomber, night fighter and maritime strike to photo reconnaissance. The FB Mk 26 variant was a purpose built strike aircraft that was heavily armed, with 4x 20mm Hispano cannons and 4x .303 Browning machine guns mounted in the nose. No. 487 Squadron Royal Ne...
Junkers Ju-52 Take off | Military Aviation Museum
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Junkers Ju-52 Take off | Military Aviation Museum
de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito Taxi | Military Aviation Museum
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de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito Taxi | Military Aviation Museum
The Military Mapping Maidens Exhibit | Military Aviation Museum
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The Military Mapping Maidens Exhibit | Military Aviation Museum
Curtiss P-40 Warhawk start-up and take off | Military Aviation Museum
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Curtiss P-40 Warhawk start-up and take off | Military Aviation Museum
FG-1D Corsair start-up and wing unfolding at EAA AirVenture | Military Aviation Museum
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FG-1D Corsair start-up and wing unfolding at EAA AirVenture | Military Aviation Museum
Time-lapse at Pioneer Aero Ltd. splitting the fuselage of the Museum's Douglas SBD-5 Dauntless
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Time-lapse at Pioneer Aero Ltd. splitting the fuselage of the Museum's Douglas SBD-5 Dauntless
SBD-5 Dauntless Walk-Around with Pioneer Aero Ltd.'s Chief Engineer Martin Hedley
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SBD-5 Dauntless Walk-Around with Pioneer Aero Ltd.'s Chief Engineer Martin Hedley
Bf-109: Flying an Infamous Adversary | Military Aviation Museum
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Bf-109: Flying an Infamous Adversary | Military Aviation Museum
Designing for Victory: Albert Kahn and US Military Aviation | Military Aviation Museum
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Designing for Victory: Albert Kahn and US Military Aviation | Military Aviation Museum
Rare combat veteran A6M3 Zero is acquired by the Military Aviation Museum for our flying collection
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Rare combat veteran A6M3 Zero is acquired by the Military Aviation Museum for our flying collection
B-17 Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress | Military Aviation Museum
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B-17 Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress | Military Aviation Museum
The Urban Island: Berlin Airlift | Military Aviation Museum
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The Urban Island: Berlin Airlift | Military Aviation Museum
Norwegian Wings over Europe in WW2 | Military Aviation Museum
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Norwegian Wings over Europe in WW2 | Military Aviation Museum
AIRACOBRA! Restoring the Military Aviation Museum’s Bell P-39 | Military Aviation Museum
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AIRACOBRA! Restoring the Military Aviation Museum’s Bell P-39 | Military Aviation Museum
Aviation's Holy Grail: The B-17 Swamp Ghost | Military Aviation Museum
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Aviation's Holy Grail: The B-17 Swamp Ghost | Military Aviation Museum
Far Side of the World: Fortress Rabaul & the Battle for Southwest Pacific | Military Aviation Museum
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Far Side of the World: Fortress Rabaul & the Battle for Southwest Pacific | Military Aviation Museum
The Cat: Flying the Consolidated PBY Catalina | Military Aviation Museum
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The Cat: Flying the Consolidated PBY Catalina | Military Aviation Museum
Excited to get a jacket painted with my Uncles old unit...
Rather interesting that a few years ago there were no airworthy Mosquito's in existence and in 2024 there are now several. Being of mostly wooden construction creates obvious long term survivability issues. Aircraft at the time were not expected to survive in combat for very long in the first place.
I'm so glad that your Ju-52 is still flying! It has always been and still is my biggest dream to fly one myself but at the time I'm just flying gliders to get my license.
A very cool plane. I immediately thought that it would take off from the concrete and was surprised. takeoff and landing on a dirt runway is also a test for a glider. A good and even coating is pleasing. www.youtube.com/@airplanemodelsinscalefroma110
From what I have read , the Mossie could be a bit dicey with a single engine landing. Post war RAF pilots had to practice asymmetric landings , after so many fatal crashes the policy was stopped. Not being a pilot this explanation could be BS . But increasing power to the live engine too forcibly would cause a flick roll . The great Night Fighter Ace and test pilot John Cunningham's dictum was extra speed , his thinking better to walk away from a crash at the far end of a runway , then to be dug out at the beginning.
We used to have a Stearman at my local flight museum that got sold back east recently. It was the coolest to watch it fly
*SWEET!*
At 18:15 quote: "The 88mm was probably the most powerful gun of World War Two they could sink a ship with this almost as easily as a torpedo" ummm... No. Just stop. Credibility lost. Sounds like a U-Boat could surface next to the battleship USS North Carolina and win a gunfight. All in fun, i did enjoy this video.
One of my favorite ww2 planes
If you're waiting on the Brits, you're backing up. So many brilliant ideas/improvements in technology during WWII.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH for this "podcast". I kind of followed the black sheep history as much as I could. Thank you to you, James Oberg 7662 for your time. God Bless you.......I spent 25 yrs in Special Forces....
The plane that saved Britain was the Spitfire, not the Mosquito.
An absolute eargasm
Excellent work
What a fine piece of machinery. Thanks to all of you for keeping these girls flying.
Why is every aircraft "the one that saved Britain"?😂 I think the Hurricane holds that honour without any doubt. If the Battle Of Britain had been lost the rest would have been academic.
Wow, look at that recoil, moves the whole airplane. God bless all who served and those who serve today. 🇺🇸🇬🇧🙏
2 or 3 years ago my pal and I went to an airshow in Granite falls, Minnesota. We toured their museum. It struck me they had a wing jig capable of making or restoring multiple P 40s!!
It's a fresh rebuilt P&W 1830. So a little over powered. : )
Great job guys!
この色って本当にあった色なのかな... パッと見現用飴色っぽいけど結局明灰白色が劣化したのが飴色っぽくなったって言う話を聞きましたが...
ヘアーセーバートゥーサイ 🇯🇵
So beautiful.
If you get a chance visit the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach. It is phenomenal. ❤
Loved the series while I was growing up!
They run one somewhere out at the Eugene Airport. Not sure if this is the same team but working out there I see it flying around all the time. Beautiful bird.
I was in that happy crowd!
Oh my Gosh. I cried I cheered and lived vicariously through this exceptional video. Thank you for the most tremendous experience even though I can only dream of taking the stick on this fabulous aircraft. Thank you ❤
OK, Pappy. Flying TIgers.
The most efficient and useful fighter 0f WWII. Allison V12 power.
In the Battle of Britain, the nation of the British Isles won and the English, Welsh, Irish, Scottish) - employees of all production plants, not only armaments, doctors, teachers, railway workers, drivers, salesmen. In the fight against the bandit German onslaught, they were helped by pilots, engineers, technicians, auxiliary personnel, etc. from the British Commonwealth countries, as well as pilots from Poland, Czechoslovakia and other countries. It's a pity that the English command trusted foreigners so late. They repeated the mistake of the French in May 1940 and did not issue their good planes to Polish pilots. Only in the last decade of the war did they give the Poles aircraft scrap, and they shot down over 60 German planes - and certainly damaged over 30. The commander of the field airport in northern France told the Poles on the day of their evacuation to England, - on behalf of the French, I apologize to you for all the humiliation you have experienced on our soil. I'm ashamed of France. A quote from this farewell can be found in the memoirs of many Polish pilots, published after the war. At the end of April 1945, over 20,000 pilots, technicians, operators, gunners, navigators, radio operators and support staff served in the Polish Air Force. More than 2,400 pilots and aircrews (bombers) died on the Western Front alone. Poles fought in the air, on water and on land, they were the 4th largest Allied force in terms of numbers. They fought from September 1 to the end of August 1945 on all fronts of the 2nd World War. Polish intelligence throughout Europe provided over 65% of reliable intelligence materials, they handed over the plans for the Atlantic Wall. They gave the English and French all the secrets of "ENIGMA" at the end of July 1939 along with physical encryption machines. They provided full documentation of the V1 and V2 rockets (Prof. Groszkowski from P.I.T. and scientists from the Warsaw University of Technology - pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janusz_Groszkowski) along with key parts of these rockets. In addition to the English and Norwegians, they participated in slowing down work on the German atomic bomb (A.K. przystanekhistoria.pl/pa2/tematy/armia-krajowa/90782,Wywiad-Sil-Zbrojnych-w-Kraju.html; - www.polska-zbrojna.pl/home/ArticleShow/36455) And at the end of the war they were betrayed, and Poland was placed under the occupation of the CCCP for over 55 years. Professors: Roger Moorhouse, Norman Davies, Antony Beevor, Evan Mawdsley, David Irving and others - concluded that everyone won the war, in a sense even the Germans. The only losers were Poles and Poland. Unfortunately, this is the truth. ipn.gov.pl/pl/publikacje/ksiazki/187023,Polacy-i-Brytyńczy-w-lepszu-wybuchu-drugiej-wojny-swiatowej.html Janusz Groszkowski - Wikipedia, wolna encyklopedia“First one cannot be forgotten! Fighter pilot Władysław Gnyś” czcams.com/video/IS4hT_pP3Ns/video.html
Odd, we in the UK largely consider the men of the First World War our greatest generation. Our regard for the "Pals" is rather profound.
thanks do we have any idea of the kind of material paintings that were used by these people? Many thanks for the video and all the work
What good is it with no 😢sound
*The Flying Tigers didn't lose a plane. Until it was absorbed into the Army on July 4, 1942,* *the American Volunteer Group set a matchless record. Officially destroying 299 enemy planes,* *while losing only 8 of their own pilots in combat.* *There is little doubt that easily twice this many Japanese aircraft were shot down.*
Really exciting stuff! Can’t wait to see her flying again!
in the 80s i met an old man here in Denmark , he told me he was a veteran from the finnish war flying buffalos, and he once killed some civillins in a bus , they where mixed in the russian convoy he was attacking. i have no clue if any of it was true , but i belived him.
Very nice enemy plane! 😎👍😺💪🍀💙🍀🐺
My father took me to see Tex hll, I was just over 5yo. It was at Mr Hill's home in Chicago suburb, a s[lit level ranch. He had one picture of a P-40 on his wall, a 5x7.
great presentation..i did couple dives on the U 352 BACK IN THE 90S...tough job being on a U-boat in the war
Tell us about the Fi-156 Stork in the background.
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Gorgeous aircraft. How tempting it must be to just throw it around like it was stolen. Very good walk around man
Nice balance. 🙂
What happened to the pontoon
This was great. I’m so happy someone is documenting this. I’ve seen the pics the army did during the war and those are excellent but this is a fantastic project. Keep it up. 👍 I can imagine the fear the crews would have if shot down over Germany. The jackets could kill you. I can understand why they’d stop putting certain things on them. I’m also sure these guys became superstitious as hell wondering why they got lucky and so many others didn’t.
1:48 How is this plane moving?
Camera frame rate is matching the prop RPM so it looks like they're not moving but I wouldn't advice getting your head too close.
@@johnarnold893 They anticipated Paul, so they put the wing up high on a pylon to protect his head. It keeps the rngines dry as well.
What a sound!
My father worked with these in darwin during the war, they were painted black, they mined Japanese harbours and rescued downed airmen.
Absolutely beautiful. The PBY is one of the most important aircraft of its time, which played so many crucial roles in many theaters of WWII, like this particular one did in the battle of the Atlantic. My favorite fun fact about the Catalina is that to this day, it still holds the world record for longest-duration 'commercial' flight. In 1943-45, Qantas flew a route from Perth to Sri Lanka, which was only ~3600 miles but since the Catalina only cruised at a leisurely 110 knots, they were in the air 28-32 hours, giving the route he unofficial name 'flight of the two sunrises'. In order for it to stay up that long, they turned the plane into a flying gas can with a max useful load of 3 passengers and 150 lbs of mail.