Give the Gift of Flight: Support the CAF’s ‘12 Planes of Christmas’

Donations sought to fund the restoration, repair, and maintenance of a dozen iconic WWII-era aircraft.

Meg Godlewski

Thursday, December 04, 2025 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

P-40 Warhawk [Credit: Commemorative Air Force]

Key Takeaways:

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is running its annual "12 Planes of Christmas" fundraising campaign.
The campaign seeks donations to fund the restoration, repair, and maintenance of 12 specific vintage warbirds across the country.
Donors can contribute directly to the needs of a chosen aircraft or to a matching Restoration Grant Fund.
The initiative aims to preserve these rare historical aircraft, ensuring their airworthiness for future generations.

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As the saying goes, it is better to give than receive. And if you are a warbird fan, consider making a gift to the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) in support of those beautiful vintage designs with the round engines that make us swoon during airshows and fly-ins.

Each year the CAF designates “12 Planes of Christmas,” which allows for targeted donation.