Callie O. Gentry
A woman’s perspective of serving with the Tuskegee Airmen support personnel “Whatever you’ve read about segregation, it was that and then some.” ~ Mrs. Callie
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Pilot Spotlight: Alan Miller
For CAF Red Tail Squadron pilot Alan Miller, an appreciation for warbirds and the zest for aviation must run in his blood. It’s not everyday
More Than an Airplane
The sound of a P-51 Mustang is hypnotic. There’s nothing like it. (If you want to hear it for yourself, download our iBook, Aim High –
Pilot Spotlight: Bill Shepard
Born in Kansas, raised in Canada, educated in Texas – CAF Red Tail Squadron pilot Bill Shepard has a passion for aviation that spurs his
Our last thank you to Tuskegee Airman Hiram Mann
Retired USAF Lieutenant Colonel and Tuskegee Airman Hiram Mann passed away Saturday May 17th in Florida, less than one week before celebrating his 93rd birthday.
Pilot Spotlight: Doug Rozendaal
Some future pilots are inspired by a parent’s love of aviation. Some may visit an airshow and discover their passion by the sights and sounds
CAF Red Tail Squadron remembers the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” ― Martin Luther King Jr. During a turning point in American history, Dr. Martin
Pilot spotlight: Brad Lang
Inspiration comes in many forms, unique to each of us – an encouraging teacher, a profound book, or perhaps a school field trip to a
In awe of the P-51 Mustang
“The most aerodynamically perfect pursuit plane in existence.” ~ Harry Truman, 1944 (Photo courtesy of Vincent Mendret) Our P-51C Mustang that accompanies the RISE ABOVE