Aug
20
Aug
21
Camarillo, California
Southern California Wing Camarillo, CA
Address:
455 Aviation Dr
Camarillo, CA 93010
Contact number:
(805) 482-0064
Website:
http://www.cafsocal.com/
B-25 Mitchell Semper Fi More Semper Fi Info
The PBJ-1J “Mitchell” flew into Camarillo from Midland, Texas in April, 1993.
After inspection, the aircraft was put into our long restoration process, and at the conclusion this “Mitchell” is as brand-new as it was when it came off the assembly line.
The B-25 Mitchell is painted in the colors of a Marine Corps PBJ-1J, named “Semper Fi” with Globe and Anchor painted on the starboard nose.
F6F Hellcat Minsi III More Minsi III Info
The F6F Hellcat was one of World War II's most successful carrier-based fighters, designed and built by Grumman Aircraft to replace the F4F Wildcat. Introduced in 1943, the Hellcat was powered by the Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine, delivering 2,000 horsepower. It combines power, durability, and ease of handling, making it ideal for seasoned and novice pilots. The Hellcat quickly proved its dominance in the Pacific Theater, playing a critical role in gaining air superiority over Japanese forces. With a top speed of over 380 mph and rugged construction, it could withstand heavy damage and safely return to its carrier. Its six .50-caliber machine guns and capability to carry bombs and... ...
F8F Bearcat More Info
Mk XIV Spitfire Spitfire More Spitfire Info
the CAF’s Spitfire N749DP was built at the Aldermaston factory in Berkshire, England and then delivered to the Royal Air Force. The aircraft was shipped to Karachi, India in July 1945 to serve with the RAF's Southeast Asia Command (SEAC) squadrons. Rendered surplus following Japan's surrender in August 1945, it was placed in storage and sold to the Indian Air Force in late 1947. In 1978, it was rediscovered and transported to England by the Hayden-Bailey brothers. After being restored to flying condition, the Spitfire was sold to Keith Wickenden under a civil registration and later sold to David Price's Museum of Flying in the United States, which operated from 1985 to 2005, when it was... ...
A6M3 Zero Zero More Zero Info
The CAF’s A6M3 Zero, N712Z, was initially delivered to the Imperial Japanese Navy’s Air Group #3. Recovered from Babo, New Guinea, in 1991, it underwent partial restoration in Russia using components from various A6M3s before being brought to the U.S. for final completion. It was re-registered in 1998 and displayed at the Santa Monica Museum of Flying until it was acquired by the CAF and assigned to the Southern California Wing. Now airworthy, it operates with a Pratt & Whitney R-1830 engine instead of its original Nakajima Sakae engine.
ME-108 Taifun Taifun More Taifun Info
More information coming soon!
FI-156 Storch More Storch Info
SNJ-4 texan BlueBird More BlueBird Info
SNJ-5 Texan More Info
24R Fairchild F24R More Fairchild F24R Info
The Fairchild Model 24, is a four-seat, single-engine monoplane light transport aircraft that was used by the United States Army Air Corps as the UC-61 and by the Royal Air Force. The Model 24 was itself a development of previous Fairchild models and became a successful civil and military utility aircraft. Sherman Fairchild withdrew from The Aviation Corporation in 1931, but retained control of the subsidiary Kreider-Reisner Company of Hagerstown, MD, which he renamed Fairchild Aircraft Corporation in 1935. The F-24’s lineage goes back to the 1933 Kreider-Reisner three-seat Model 24C. The four-seat Model 24J was introduced in 1937 and was built with both Ranger and Warner engines. The... ...
YO-55 More Info
C-46 Comando China Doll More China Doll Info
L-17 Navion More Info
PT-19 More Info
This beautifully-restored antique training plane is owned by Capt. Charles Plumb, USN (Ret.), of Calabasas, CA. Charles flew F-4 Phantoms during the Vietnam conflict, and was shot down on his 75th mission. He spent 5 years and 9 months in a communist prison, and learned how to survive and come out of it stronger than when he went in.He now gives motivational speeches all over the country on how one can survive in adversity. Take a flight, open cockpit down the Ventura shoreline, in this wonderful flying World War II trainer.
Crew Chief: Mike Perrenoud Crew: Robert Blair
Wings Over Camarillo More Info
The Camarillo Wings Association will host this year's "Wings Over Camarillo" Air Show with support from volunteers from the Southern California Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, EAA Chapter 723 and the Ventura County 99's. An expanded Air Show flight demonstration features many popular aerobatic routines with over 80 aircraft; including vintage planes, experimental, and WWII fighters, bombers and transports. The Air Show features public access to the planes, pilots, and crews. Come for the day to watch and walk among the planes, take photos, and ask questions of the pilots and air show volunteers. Kids 5 and under are FREE! For tickets and more information click the link... ...
Dec
28
Dallas, TX
CAF Warbird Tube - 12 Planes of Christmas Fi 156 Storch More Info
Online Event Join host Steve Buss as he talks with members of the CAF Southern California Wing about their Fi 156 Storch featured in this year's 12 Planes of Christmas campaign.
Aug
19
Aug
20
Camarillo, California
Wings Over Camarillo More Info
The 42nd annual Wings Over Camarillo, presented by Oxnard Auto Center, will occur August 19-20, 2023, at Camarillo Airport. Experience the sounds, speed, and freedom of flight with the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet West Coast Rhino demo! This year's theme is "Honoring Our Korean War Veterans 1951-1953."
Sep
09
Camarillo, California
Living History Presentation The SNJ / AT-6 Texan More Info
Living History Presentation 80th Birthday of The North American SNJ / AT-6 Texan Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Venue: 455 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010 A suggested $10 donation per adult is requested to attend. The Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at Camarillo Airport will conduct a presentation about this venerable aircraft and celebrate the 80th birthday of two SNJs in the CAF SoCal stable who rolled off the North American plant in 1943 and are still workhorses today. The Pilot Maker! One of the most successful, well-known, and revered military training aircraft of all time is the North American SNJ / AT-6 Texan. The... ...
Sep
29
Oct
01
Camarillo, California
D-Day C-47 to visit CAF SoCal Wing More Info
Camarillo CA - C-47 *That's All, Brother* - Fri Sep 29, 2023 - Sun Oct 1, 2023 <br> *That’s All, Brother* is the C-47 troop carrier aircraft that led the mail airborne Invasion on June 6, 1944, carrying 101st Airborne Division paratroopers into France during the D-Day invasion. During the remainder of World War II, *That’s All, Brother* served in Operation Dragoon, Market Garden, the Relief of Bastogne, and Operation Varsity. The Living History Flight Experience is like no other, and the entire experience lasts approximately one hour. Passengers must check in one hour before take-off. Pre-boarding includes check-in, a passenger safety briefing, and a photo opportunity with the crew.... ...
Dec
13
Dallas, TX
CAF Warbird Tube - Spitfire Mk XIV More Info
The Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter used extensively by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries. The CAF’s Supermarine Spitfire FR Mk XIVe is a late model that missed the War in Europe. On August 9, 1945, she was assigned to the Royal Air Force’s Southeast Asia Command. This variant of Spitfire is very rare — there are only three flying examples in the world and only one in the U.S. She is painted as she would have looked in service with the RAF in India in 1945. The CAF’s Spitfire is assigned to the Southern California Wing (@officialcafsocal) in Camarillo, California. Join members of the CAF’s SoCal Wing for an in-depth look at this aircraft. Register to watch at... ...
Dec
09
Camarillo, California
Presentation by Charlie Plumb More Info
The CAF Southern California Wing will host a talk by retired Navy Captain Charlie Plumb, a Vietnam veteran, fighter pilot, former POW, and one of the most sought-after achievement speakers of his time. His insights on coping with the difficulties and opportunities in life have a positive impact on those who hear his message, those who read his books, and those who come to know him as a friend. You need to come and listen! There will also be several iconic CAF So Cal, flyable aircraft on display like the iconic Supermarine Spitfire and the celebrated F6F Hellcat. After the event, their docents will be available to answer questions about the exhibits and offer guided tours of their... ...
Aug
17
Aug
18
Camarillo, California
Wings Over Camarillo More Info
The Premier Air Show On The Central Coast Of California Tickets are going on sale 5/27/2024.
Oct
26
Camarillo, California
Presentation: LEYTE GULF 80TH More Info
Presentation: Leyte Gulf 80th October 26, 2024 The largest naval battle of World War II and by some criteria the largest naval battle in history. The carrier-based fighter with the highest kill ratio of any aircraft, ever. Third overall and the top scoring naval ace of WWII. Sounds like the Battle of Leyte Gulf. On Saturday October 26th the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport will conduct a presentation commemorating the 80th anniversary of this historic engagement. The discussion will include the four major components of the larger battle and the air war that raged over the surface actions, a dive into the magnificent Grumman F6F Hellcat and the... ...
Nov
09
Camarillo, California
Presentation: SHOT DOWN STEVE SNYDER / B-17 More Info
Come out and join us for our last presentation of the year: Shot Down by Steve Snyder Author and speaker Steve Snyder’s father, Howard Snyder, was a B-17 pilot stationed in England during World War II. On February 8, 1944, his plane was Shot Down over the French/Belgium border after a mission to bomb Frankfurt, Germany. On Saturday November 9th the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport will host Steve Snyder, who will reveal the true story of events leading up to and after that harrowing day. Of the B-17’s ten-man crew, some died, some ended up in prison camps, and some evaded capture. The event will conclude, weather, operations, and... ...
Feb
22
Camarillo, California
SPITFIRE MK XIV 80TH BIRTHDAY More Info
February 1945, one of only 957 production Mk XIVs is delivered to number 33 Maintenance Unit at RAF Lyneham for combat preparations. Missing the war in Europe, serial number NH749 is assigned to the RAF Southeast Asia Command, ultimately being sold to the Indian Air Force in 1947. On Saturday February 22nd of this year, the Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing at the Camarillo Airport will celebrate our Spitfire’s 80th birthday with a presentation chronicling it’s history and discussing extensive maintenance efforts to improve its engine cooling system. Weather, operations, and maintenance permitting, CAF SoCal will conclude the event by flying one of their SNJ Texans for you.... ...
Apr
26
Camarillo, California
