Restored Douglas A-26B Invader Returns to the Sky

The WWII-era warbird recently made a successful 30-minute test flight.

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 04:49 PM ET

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During the restoration of an A-26B Intruder, the WWII-era warbird had its cockpit reconfigured with a single control. [YouTube Screenshot]

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Kermit Weeks' restored Douglas A-26B Invader successfully completed a 30-minute test flight on February 20, following extensive restoration by Aero Trader.
This successful flight comes after a previous post-restoration test flight in May 2022 where both cockpit canopies unexpectedly flew open mid-flight, prompting an emergency landing.
During the May 2022 incident, pilots Steve Hinton and Mark Moodie navigated communication difficulties and other minor issues before safely landing the aircraft.
Following the canopy incident, the aircraft received adjustments and a historical canopy modification, contributing to the smooth and improved February 20 flight.

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Kermit Weeks, the founder and owner of Fantasy of Flight, made the day of warbird enthusiasts with a post announcing the successful 30-minute test flight of his Douglas A-26B Invader that took place on Monday, February 20. The aircraft has been under restoration for several months by Aero Trader, an aircraft maintenance and sales business location at Chino Airport (KCNO).