Thomas W. Newton
Thomas Wood Newton was born January 3, 1928, in Tarboro, North Carolina to William Newton and Maggie W. Wood. He is the third of four
CAF Red Tail Squadron is dedicated to bringing the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen to life. The lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen are so much more than a page out of a World War II history book – they are an example of how to overcome any obstacle and triumph over your own adversities.
After the war, the Tuskegee Airmen made great personal achievements, continuing to break down racial barriers. Many of them went on to earn advanced degrees as doctors, entrepreneurs, and educators. Those who persevered in their military careers earned high rank, including two four-star generals.
CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is dedicated to honoring the trailblazing Women Airforce Service Pilots of WWII for their courage and determination to serve our country, and share their story of inspiration to rise above any obstacle.
This group of heroic Americans exhibited bravery and determination in the face of many who felt that women could not do what was then considered a man’s job. Despite the obstacles and disapproval of others, these women forged ahead and served with distinction as the first women to fly Americas Military Aircraft.
The CAF Red Tail Squadron’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang travel 9 months out of the year, crisscrossing the country to deliver the inspirational message of the courage, strength and character of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel.
Tuskegee Airman pilot Dr. Harold Brown is a decorated fighter pilot from World War II. He was shot down and taken prisoner of war, returning home a second class citizen because of the color of his skin, instead of the war hero he was.
At the heart of CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is a feature film that will be shown inside portable dome theaters on curved screens, enveloping guests in the sights and sounds of aviation and the experience of the WASP.
The story of Nell Bright – a WASP.
Thomas Wood Newton was born January 3, 1928, in Tarboro, North Carolina to William Newton and Maggie W. Wood. He is the third of four
Ann E. Cawley O’Connor July 20, 1922 – September 20, 2009 Class: 44-W-7 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: Stockton Army Air Base
M. Winfred Wood 1919 – August 6, 2009 Class: 43-W-7 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: Mather Army Air Base (Sacramento, Calif.) and
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P-51 Mustang
Rise Above Traveling Exhibit
Rise Above: Red Tail
Rise Above: WASP
october
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit hours will be: Showings: Thur-Fri, Oct 16-17, present to local school districts hourly 10a - 4p Saturday, Oct 18, 10a - 4p.
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit hours will be:
Showings: Thur-Fri, Oct 16-17, present to local school districts hourly 10a – 4p
Saturday, Oct 18, 10a – 4p.
Sunday, Oct 19, 10a – 3p.
The P-51C Mustang will be on static display
16 (Thursday) 10:00 am - 19 (Sunday) 3:00 pm
Accomack County Airport
29194 Parkway N
november
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit hours will be: Showings: Saturday, Nov 1, 10a – 4p Sunday, Nov 2, 10a – 3p The P-51C Mustang will be on static
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit hours will be:
Showings:
Saturday, Nov 1, 10a – 4p
Sunday, Nov 2, 10a – 3p
The P-51C Mustang will be on static display
1 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 2 (Sunday) 3:00 pm
Keesler AFB, MS
310 M Street
Showings: Fri-Sat, Nov 7-8, 10am – 4pm Sunday, Nov 9, 10am – 3pm Location: Charlotte Monroe Executive Airport 3900 Paul J Helms Dr. Monroe, NC
Showings:
Fri-Sat, Nov 7-8, 10am – 4pm
Sunday, Nov 9, 10am – 3pm
Location:
Charlotte Monroe Executive Airport
3900 Paul J Helms Dr.
Monroe, NC 28110
7 (Friday) 10:00 am - 9 (Sunday) 3:00 pm
Charlotte Monroe Executive Airport
3900 Paul J Helms Drive
CAF RISE ABOVE is looking for exceptional volunteers to become CAF Rise Above Ambassadors!
You share in our belief that the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and WASP can positively affect children for generations to come.