'Detroit Has A Strong Connection To Our Country’s Contribution To World War II'

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is proud to announce that a new unit is being formed in the Detroit area. The city of Detroit has a strong connection to our country’s contribution to World War II as well as a vibrant aviation community.

The charter was signed by the CAF President Hank Coates on June 1, 2020 giving the group the green light to move forward with establishing leadership and objectives.

Currently, the group is looking to gain information on people who may be interested in joining or learning more about the new unit. If you are or know someone who may be interested in becoming a Commemorative Air Force – Detroit Squadron member, please use the FMI link below.

Collecting aircraft for nearly a half a century, the CAF now ranks as one of the largest air forces in the world. Today the CAF has approximately 13,000 members and a fleet of more than 175 aircraft representing more than 60 different types—including planes from several foreign countries and other military conflicts since World War II.

The Headquarters of the CAF is located in Dallas. CAF members live in every state and 28 foreign countries. In nearly 30 states and four foreign countries, our members have joined together and formed units to foster camaraderie and, in many cases, actively support one or more of the classic military aircraft operated by the CAF.

The CAF was founded to acquire, restore and preserve in flying condition a complete collection of combat aircraft which were flown by all military services of the United States, and selected aircraft of other nations, for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations of Americans.

More than just a collection of airworthy warplanes from the past, the CAF's fleet of historic aircraft, known as the CAF Ghost Squadron, recreate, remind and reinforce the lessons learned from the defining moments in American military aviation history.

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