Perhaps it was just a coincidence that led Jason Capra to a back road in Beach City, Ohio, where he’d spot a Douglas DC-3 seemingly abandoned in a field. Perhaps it was destiny. Whatever the forces of the universe were up to that day, it allowed Capra, an airline pilot and self-described WWII airplane enthusiast, to fulfill his childhood dream of owning and restoring a piece of history.
Photos: Inside the Restoration of a C-53 Skytrooper
Key Takeaways:
- Airline pilot Jason Capra and Vintage Wings Inc. are dedicated to restoring a historically significant Douglas DC-3 (C-53 Skytrooper) found abandoned in Beach City, Ohio.
- The aircraft, nicknamed "Beach City Baby," possesses a rich history, having served as Gen. Douglas MacArthur's personal transport, Ohio Governor Jim Rhodes' "Buckeye One," and participating in Operation Torch.
- Vintage Wings successfully raised $100,000 to acquire the plane and is actively engaged in its restoration, showcasing ongoing progress at events like their Father's Day Fly-In breakfast while continuing to fundraise for the extensive work ahead.
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