The North American P-51 named Tuskegee Airmen returned to the skies on December 1 after a gear-up incident earlier this year that caused major damage to the airframe. Commemorative Air Force Red Tail Squadron cofounder Doug Rozendaal took the controls for the first flight. “There were no issues with the test flight, and the aircraft flew great,” Rozendaal said. “We look forward to filling up our 2017 schedule with airshows and events that will give us the opportunity to fulfill our important mission.”
‘Tuskegee Airmen’ P-51 Returns to Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The North American P-51 named "Tuskegee Airmen" successfully returned to flight on December 1 following a gear-up incident earlier this year that caused major damage.
- The aircraft is used by the Commemorative Air Force Red Tail Squadron to inspire young people through its "Rise Above" exhibit, highlighting the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
- Bemidji, Minnesota-based AirCorps Aviation meticulously restored the plane over 3,000 hours, and it is now expected to return to the 2017 airshow circuit.
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