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Photos: Restored PBJ Makes First Flight in 23 Years

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Key Takeaways:

  • After 23 years and a lengthy restoration by the Commemorative Air Force, the World War II-era North American PBJ-1J "Semper Fi" took to the skies again on May 14.
  • The PBJ, which is the Navy version of the B-25 and notable for its rare glass nose, completed a two-hour inaugural flight.
  • "Semper Fi" is now expected to make appearances at various West Coast airshows, marking its return to flight status.
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On May 14, after 23 years at California’s Camarillo Airport and a lengthy restoration process, Semper Fi, a World War II-era North American PBJ-1J, took to the skies again.

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