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Commemorative Programs
Programs and flights are subject to change without notice. All Saturday programs begin
at 1:00PM unless otherwise stated.
February 2012
Feb 4. For Love of Life & Country: Dr. Dean Hunter -
From Eagle Scout to USAF Lt. Col, with combat
experiences in both the Korean and Vietnam conflicts
the story of Dean Hunter’s military career is one that
you’ll have to hear first hand to believe. Accidently
sent to Korea as a Marine Pvt. without any combat
training, Hunter went on to become one of the
highest-decorated officers for heroism in the US Air
Force. Author, educator, and American hero, Dr. Dean
Hunter relates his experiences from ground pounder
to pilot in his spellbinding presentation, “For Love of Life & Country”.
Feb 18. Stan Stokes’ Tuskegee Airmen Tribute: Meet the Real “Red Tail” Heroes -
With more than 40 years as a full time artist, Stan Stokes
has produced literally hundreds of paintings documenting
historical events, people, and places. He researches his
subjects to assure the accuracy of the smallest detail to
preserve its relationship in time. This research has made
him friends all over the aviation community especially
among the famed Tuskegee Airmen. For this program
Stan invites a few of these cherished friends to the
museum to share their experiences and help Mr. Stokes
explain the stories that so greatly influence his art.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
Feb 25. 100th Bomb Group Reunion -
The 100th flew its first combat
mission on June 25, 1943 and it’s last
on April 20, 1945. During those 22
months some 7,000 men, and a few
women flew 306 missions dropping
19,257 tons of bombs plus 435.1 tons
of food on mercy missions. Nicknamed the “Bloody 100th” they suffered more
losses than the typical B-17 squadron. For this program we have a very special
guest speaker, Jane LeMay Lodge--daughter of Gen. Curtis E. LeMay. She will be
giving a rare public lecture about her father. We will also have original pilots,
bombardiers, navigators and gunners from the group come together to share their
experiences with the public while they served with the 100th BG.
March 2012
Mar 3. A Tribute to the RCAF - The RCAF started in WWII with only 29 front-line
fighter and bomber aircraft. By the end of the war, it was the
fourth largest allied air force, reaching their peak strength of
215,000 in January 1944. Throughout its history the RCAF, like
Canada herself, has proved a noble and true ally to the United
States and freedom loving people all over the world. Come and
join us in celebrating our neighbor to the north and learn
firsthand from current and former Canadian military members
about what it means to serve under the Canadian flag.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
Mar 17. The Cuban Missile Crisis - For 13 in days in
October of 1962 the world was perhaps the closest to
nuclear war as at any point in history. John Kennedy
and Nikita Khrushchev stood toe to toe waiting to see
who would blink first. 50 years later we take a look
back at those events through the eyes of those who
waited on the front lines to see what would happen
next.
Mar 24. Air War over Europe
Dr. Isaac Eliachar will discuss the
progression of the massive Air War
over Europe during WWII with special
attention to the relentless struggles
between the Allied bombers and the
German interceptors. With each side
committing their most advanced
technology to the fight, this truly epic
duel played a huge role in determining
the eventual outcome of the war.
Come learn about and see firsthand what our boys faced as they braved each
heroic mission in the skies over Nazi held Europe!
Flight Exhibition Scheduled: Focke-Wulf 190
Mar 31. The Golden Age of Commercial Aviation -
Commercial aviation is the part of civil aviation
that involves operating aircraft for hire to
transport passengers or cargo. These days it
sometimes becomes difficult to tell the difference
between the two but during the Golden Age of
Commercial Aviation that definitely wasn’t the
case. Historian, Richard Grosser presents a
program that harkens back to a time when in-
flight cocktails were free and “flight attendants”
went by another name.
Mar 31/Apr 1. T34 Fly-In - The T-34s return to the air museum for a weekend of
flight exhibitions, formation flying, contests and just
plane fun. In the afternoon on Saturday the T-34 pilots
will discuss their particular aircraft and the reasons why
they should be chosen “Best in Show”. Enter our drawing
for a T-34 ride!
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
April 2012
Apr 14. Propeller Blades & Super Chargers: the mechanics of WWII aircraft -
A plane is no better than its power plant. Engines have led
the design and development of aircraft since the Wright
brothers built the first airplane engine. Learn about some of
the most iconic engines ever built and see, hear and feel
them run.
Engine Demonstration Scheduled
Apr 21. Latinos in War: The American Military Experience - On December 7, 1941,
when the United States officially entered the WWII, Hispanic Americans
were among the many American citizens who joined the ranks of the
Army, Navy and Marine Corps as volunteers or through the draft.
Not only did Hispanics serve as active combatants in the European
and Pacific Theatres of war, but they also served on the home front
as civilians. Come and learn about the contributions that this often
overlooked portion of our population has made in the defense of our country.
Apr 28. Battle of the Coral Sea: A 70th Anniversary Tribute -
In early May of 1942 a naval battle took place in the
Coral Sea that helped shape the entire outcome of the
war in the Pacific theatre as it stopped the seemingly
unstoppable Japanese expansion in the Pacific. It was
also the first naval battle in history in which neither
side's ships sighted or fired directly upon the other.
WWII veteran and Battle of Coral Sea survivor Vincent
Anderson will share his memories of those fateful days
in May of 42.
May 2012
May 19. Civil Air Patrol: A Proud History - During World War II, CAP was seen as a
way to use America's civilian aviation resources to aid the war
effort. The organization assumed many missions including anti-
submarine patrol, border patrols, and courier services.Officially
activated just days before the Pearl Harbor attack, the CAP s
serves our country today with its three congressionally-mandated
missions: Emergency Services, Aerospace Education and the
Cadet Program. Come hear about the history and current
activities of American’s Civil Air Patrol.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
May 28. Annual Memorial Day Flower Drop -
This is a very special day at Palm Springs
Air Museum. Our brief Memorial service is
dedicated to all of our fallen comrades, who
paid the ultimate price for our freedom. In
their honor, we highlight the service with a
fly-by and flower drop of over 3,000 red
and white carnations from a B-25 Mitchell.
This most impressive ceremony is our way
of saluting our fallen comrades. Visitors are
welcome to pick up a flower to take home.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
l Volunteers l
Commemorative Programs
Programs and flights are subject to change without notice. All Saturday programs begin
at 1:00PM unless otherwise stated.
February 2012
Feb 4. For Love of Life & Country: Dr. Dean Hunter -
From Eagle Scout to USAF Lt. Col, with combat
experiences in both the Korean and Vietnam conflicts
the story of Dean Hunter’s military career is one that
you’ll have to hear first hand to believe. Accidently
sent to Korea as a Marine Pvt. without any combat
training, Hunter went on to become one of the
highest-decorated officers for heroism in the US Air
Force. Author, educator, and American hero, Dr. Dean
Hunter relates his experiences from ground pounder
to pilot in his spellbinding presentation, “For Love of Life & Country”.
Feb 18. Stan Stokes’ Tuskegee Airmen Tribute: Meet the Real “Red Tail” Heroes -
With more than 40 years as a full time artist, Stan Stokes
has produced literally hundreds of paintings documenting
historical events, people, and places. He researches his
subjects to assure the accuracy of the smallest detail to
preserve its relationship in time. This research has made
him friends all over the aviation community especially
among the famed Tuskegee Airmen. For this program
Stan invites a few of these cherished friends to the
museum to share their experiences and help Mr. Stokes
explain the stories that so greatly influence his art.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
Feb 25. 100th Bomb Group Reunion -
The 100th flew its first combat
mission on June 25, 1943 and it’s last
on April 20, 1945. During those 22
months some 7,000 men, and a few
women flew 306 missions dropping
19,257 tons of bombs plus 435.1 tons
of food on mercy missions. Nicknamed the “Bloody 100th” they suffered more
losses than the typical B-17 squadron. For this program we have a very special
guest speaker, Jane LeMay Lodge--daughter of Gen. Curtis E. LeMay. She will be
giving a rare public lecture about her father. We will also have original pilots,
bombardiers, navigators and gunners from the group come together to share their
experiences with the public while they served with the 100th BG.
March 2012
Mar 3. A Tribute to the RCAF - The RCAF started in WWII with only 29 front-line
fighter and bomber aircraft. By the end of the war, it was the
fourth largest allied air force, reaching their peak strength of
215,000 in January 1944. Throughout its history the RCAF, like
Canada herself, has proved a noble and true ally to the United
States and freedom loving people all over the world. Come and
join us in celebrating our neighbor to the north and learn
firsthand from current and former Canadian military members
about what it means to serve under the Canadian flag.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
Mar 17. The Cuban Missile Crisis - For 13 in days in
October of 1962 the world was perhaps the closest to
nuclear war as at any point in history. John Kennedy
and Nikita Khrushchev stood toe to toe waiting to see
who would blink first. 50 years later we take a look
back at those events through the eyes of those who
waited on the front lines to see what would happen
next.
Mar 24. Air War over Europe
Dr. Isaac Eliachar will discuss the
progression of the massive Air War
over Europe during WWII with special
attention to the relentless struggles
between the Allied bombers and the
German interceptors. With each side
committing their most advanced
technology to the fight, this truly epic
duel played a huge role in determining
the eventual outcome of the war.
Come learn about and see firsthand what our boys faced as they braved each
heroic mission in the skies over Nazi held Europe!
Flight Exhibition Scheduled: Focke-Wulf 190
Mar 31. The Golden Age of Commercial Aviation -
Commercial aviation is the part of civil aviation
that involves operating aircraft for hire to
transport passengers or cargo. These days it
sometimes becomes difficult to tell the difference
between the two but during the Golden Age of
Commercial Aviation that definitely wasn’t the
case. Historian, Richard Grosser presents a
program that harkens back to a time when in-
flight cocktails were free and “flight attendants”
went by another name.
Mar 31/Apr 1. T34 Fly-In - The T-34s return to the air museum for a weekend of
flight exhibitions, formation flying, contests and just
plane fun. In the afternoon on Saturday the T-34 pilots
will discuss their particular aircraft and the reasons why
they should be chosen “Best in Show”. Enter our drawing
for a T-34 ride!
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
April 2012
Apr 14. Propeller Blades & Super Chargers: the mechanics of WWII aircraft -
A plane is no better than its power plant. Engines have led
the design and development of aircraft since the Wright
brothers built the first airplane engine. Learn about some of
the most iconic engines ever built and see, hear and feel
them run.
Engine Demonstration Scheduled
Apr 21. Latinos in War: The American Military Experience - On December 7, 1941,
when the United States officially entered the WWII, Hispanic Americans
were among the many American citizens who joined the ranks of the
Army, Navy and Marine Corps as volunteers or through the draft.
Not only did Hispanics serve as active combatants in the European
and Pacific Theatres of war, but they also served on the home front
as civilians. Come and learn about the contributions that this often
overlooked portion of our population has made in the defense of our country.
Apr 28. Battle of the Coral Sea: A 70th Anniversary Tribute -
In early May of 1942 a naval battle took place in the
Coral Sea that helped shape the entire outcome of the
war in the Pacific theatre as it stopped the seemingly
unstoppable Japanese expansion in the Pacific. It was
also the first naval battle in history in which neither
side's ships sighted or fired directly upon the other.
WWII veteran and Battle of Coral Sea survivor Vincent
Anderson will share his memories of those fateful days
in May of 42.
May 2012
May 19. Civil Air Patrol: A Proud History - During World War II, CAP was seen as a
way to use America's civilian aviation resources to aid the war
effort. The organization assumed many missions including anti-
submarine patrol, border patrols, and courier services.Officially
activated just days before the Pearl Harbor attack, the CAP s
serves our country today with its three congressionally-mandated
missions: Emergency Services, Aerospace Education and the
Cadet Program. Come hear about the history and current
activities of American’s Civil Air Patrol.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
May 28. Annual Memorial Day Flower Drop -
This is a very special day at Palm Springs
Air Museum. Our brief Memorial service is
dedicated to all of our fallen comrades, who
paid the ultimate price for our freedom. In
their honor, we highlight the service with a
fly-by and flower drop of over 3,000 red
and white carnations from a B-25 Mitchell.
This most impressive ceremony is our way
of saluting our fallen comrades. Visitors are
welcome to pick up a flower to take home.
Flight Exhibition Scheduled
l Volunteers l