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Aircraft We’re Thankful For

If you're like us, there's at least one aircraft that you thank the aviation gods for.

Modern FLYING writer Jeremy Kariuki sits atop a C-130 in Wichita Falls, Texas. Courtesy: Jeremy Kariuki
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Key Takeaways:

  • The "Flying Magazine" editorial staff shares the specific aircraft they are personally thankful for, aligning with the Thanksgiving holiday theme.
  • Their gratitude stems from diverse personal and professional experiences, including memorable journeys, military service, career-defining moments, and the unique capabilities of certain planes.
  • The featured aircraft represent a broad spectrum of aviation, from personal and business jets to commercial airliners, military transports like the C-130, and even a scientific observatory.
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As we gather with family and friends to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday, whether its around the dinner table before the big feast or around the big screen watching football, parades or dog shows, invariably, the discussion will eventually turn to things that we’re thankful for.

If you’re like us, there’s at least one aircraft that you thank the aviation gods for.

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