EPISODE · Aug 1, 2025 · 1H
CAF Warbird Tube - B-17E Desert Rat Update Summer 2025
from CAF Warbird Tube · host Commemorative Air Force
Join us for an inside look at the ongoing restoration of the iconic B-17E Desert Rat, one of the rarest surviving early-model Flying Fortresses. In this episode, we’ll share exciting updates from the restoration team, including the latest milestones, challenges, and what’s next for bringing this historic aircraft back to life. Learn how dedicated volunteers are preserving a key piece of World War II aviation history as the Desert Rat takes shape once more. You can watch this show on YouTube at https://youtu.be/2vSSLpyG0Gg. Aired on: July 3, 2025 Guest: Bill Stanczak Host: Steve Buss Producer: Blaine Seaboalt Produced by: Commemorative Air Force Send us Fan MailThanks for watching CAF Warbird Tube — where history takes flight. You can join us live for upcoming broadcasts by registering at www.WarbirdTube.com. The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is dedicated to Educating, Inspiring, and Honoring through flight and living history experiences. Programs like this help preserve and share the stories of aviation history — and we couldn’t do it without your support.To learn more or get involved, visit www.CommemorativeAirForce.org.Thanks for helping us keep history flying.
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Join us for an inside look at the ongoing restoration of the iconic B-17E Desert Rat, one of the rarest surviving early-model Flying Fortresses. In this episode, we’ll share exciting updates from the restoration team, including the latest milestones, challenges, and what’s next for bringing this historic aircraft back to life. Learn how dedicated volunteers are preserving a key piece of World War II aviation history as the Desert Rat takes shape once more. You can watch this show on YouTube a...
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