According to a 1969 article in The Arizona Republic, 200 people attended a ceremony in November 1969 honoring the British pilots, who "took to the air in BT13s and AT6s during England's greatest need in September 1939." User account menu. Roger Parrish, at approximately 11:30 a.m. over Phoenix, Ariz., March 22, 2019.. Been standing outside in south Tempe for 20 mins and nada.I’m on top of a parking garage downtown wondering if that’s what’s happening.I really wanna know what Lead was thinking doing that.I have flown with Student Pilots who follow Magenta lines better than they did today. Not a single government dollar went into this.This is different. We were watching their update from earlier today. Quit complaining, the group is supported through donations and doesn’t use tax dollars.It's the CAF. This isn't the Air Force spending money to show off. Three historic aircraft will fly over the Valley on Friday morning for the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe.

There WWII planes celebrating the 75th anniversary.Press J to jump to the feed.

PHOENIX - The Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona held a historic flyover in the Phoenix, Mesa and Glendale areas on May 8 in a salute to Arizonans fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. 26. Luke Air Force Base and the Arizona National Guard will perform a flyover for a vast swath of metro Phoenix on Friday to honor people who are on the front line of the fight against COVID-19. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Actions. By the time I thought to pull my phone out for a picture they were already past, but it was nice hearing that B-17 roar overhead!It's starting at 8:20 a.m from Falcon Field in Mesa, due to last roughly an hour.Edit (2hrs post event): So it would seem that the aircraft did not follow the planned route or estimated time stamps on their site, even if its not my fault I apologize for the confusion!Also thanks to all who gave information and clarified things to all the angry and confused commenters!I was working on my yard and they flew over right above me, it was awesome!I am thoroughly enjoying the quiet but if Luke wants to hold their practice runs over Phoenix until air flights resume normally I'd love it.Does anyone know what kind of planes they were?
News. The C-47A during the Phoenix flyover. share.

They should remain safely in their own homes and avoid going to landmarks, hospitals or gathering in large groups to view the flyover.Viewers who take photos of the flyover are encouraged to post on social media using the hashtags #LukeSalutes, #AirForceSalites and #FlyoverFriday.
The flight started at 8:20 a.m. on May 8 from their airbase at Falcon Field in Mesa, then headed to central Mesa, Tempe, Phoenix and the West Valley, Officials say that these aircraft may also be featured in the National Arsenal of Democracy flyover in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 25 if conditions allow. If any news conference happens live, I'll bring it to you right here. Meanwhile, the Phoenix flyover took place on Friday and was comprised of a B-17 Flying Fortress, a B-25 Mitchell and a C-47 Skytrain. I dont think Curtis LeMay would be happy with the showing today.The plan had them crossing Sky Harbor's departure routes and flying over the airport during the busiest time of day.Sounds like they didn't properly coordinate beforehand, or possibly internal miscommunication at Sky Harbor ATC.The CAF runs off of donations and volunteer hours. Everyone is a little contemptuous over the whole thing.Took the dog out for a walk and saw them around 9:50, they were heading west and roughly following Apache Trail. A B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell Bomber and C-47 Skytrain are to fly over the Phoenix metro area on May 8 to honor the enduring spirit of Arizona amid the new coronavirus outbreak.

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