Lockheed Connie Bataan Returns to AirVenture

It is one of the last Constellations flying.

Meg Godlewski

Friday, April 04, 2025 at 12:49 PM ET

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Ryan Ewing

The Bataan in flight [Courtesy: EAA]

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The Lockheed Constellation *Bataan*, a rare C-121A model owned by the Air Legends Foundation, is returning to EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh from July 21-27.
Known for its distinctive triple-tail design, *Bataan* has a rich history, serving as a military transport during the Berlin Airlift and as Gen. Douglas MacArthur's personal aircraft during the Korean War.
Decommissioned in 1970 and later used by NASA, the aircraft was acquired and restored by the Air Legends Foundation, making its first appearance at AirVenture in 2023.

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The Lockheed Constellation Bataan is slated to return to Oshkosh this summer as part of EAA AirVenture. The aircraft, a C-121A model, is part of the Rod Lewis collection and is owned and maintained by the Air Legends Foundation of San Antonio, Texas.

Bataan is one of the last airworthy models in existence. It will be on display on Boeing Plaza at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) during the annual fly-in convention from July 21-27.