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 discovered an abandoned Douglas DC-3 (C-53 Skytrooper) in Ohio, initiating a project to restore the historic WWII aircraft and fulfill his childhood dream.
- The aircraft, nicknamed "Beach City Baby," holds significant historical value, having served Gen. Douglas MacArthur and Ohio Gov. Jim Rhodes, prompting Capra's Vintage Wings organization to raise $100,000 for its acquisition.
- Vintage Wings is actively undertaking the extensive restoration of the plane, showcasing progress at events like their Father's Day Fly-In, while continuing to fundraise for the considerable work remaining.
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