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 undertaking the ambitious restoration of a historically significant Douglas DC-3 (C-53 Skytrooper) found in Ohio.
- Dubbed "Beach City Baby," the aircraft has a storied past, including service for General Douglas MacArthur and its role in Operation Torch.
- The extensive restoration project, which required $100,000 for the plane's acquisition, is ongoing and relies heavily on continued fundraising efforts, as recently showcased at a Father's Day Fly-In.
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