Bong’s P-38 Returns to Superior | Duluth News

A 1944 P-38 fighter, flown by WWII hero Richard Bong, soared over his hometown of Superior, Wisconsin, in a rare and emotional flyover—marking the first such event in 15 years. Piloted by Steve Hinton from a California museum, this one-of-eight flyable planes brings history to life, while the Richard I. Bong Veterans Museum works to preserve his legacy both locally and abroad through “Mission Marge” in Papua New Guinea, where his crashed plane was found. The aircraft will also be on display at the Duluth Air Show this weekend, continuing its mission to connect the public with a living piece of history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b620644e40599678