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Fri, Oct 31, 2003

CAF Orders Nationwide Stand Down

Order Comes After Two Aircraft Lost During Air Show Season

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) has elected to temporarily suspend flight operations for its fleet of aircraft. This action is taken as a result of the unfortunate loss of two aircraft during the 2003 airshow season - the He 111 German bomber on July 10, 2003, and the FM-2 Wildcat on Oct. 18, 2003.

The temporary flight suspension, which was directed by the CAF's board of directors, is meant to facilitate a review of the organization's flight operations and maintenance procedures. It will also allow all CAF pilots to participate in a formal safety review.

Every CAF pilot must complete this review before being returned to CAF flight status. Exceptions to this policy will be extended to CAF airplanes that have previously contracted appearances or special flights as approved by the CAF's director of operations and maintenance. CAF officials expect normal flight operations to resume no later than Nov. 24, 2003.

"An action of this type is not uncommon especially in today's modern military. It is an effective means by which aviation oriented organizations emphasize safety in all aspects of flight operations," Bob Rice, CAF president said.

"This prudent measure will serve to ensure the safety of CAF crewmembers and the preservation of the CAF's fleet of aircraft."

The CAF operates a fleet of more than 150 World War II aircraft. There are 336 pilots certified to fly CAF airplanes.

FMI: www.commemorativeairforce.org

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