Rocky Mountain Wing Grand Junction, CO

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780 Heritage Way
Grand Junction, CO 81506

Contact number:
(970) 256-0693

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http://www.rockymountainwingcaf.org/

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  • TBM-3 Avenger 309 More 309 Info

    A 1945 TBM Avenger - an 18,000lb 1,900 HP Torpedo Bomber. It was the largest single-engine aircraft built for the war. And being based on aircraft carriers, it took off (and landed on!) the shortest runways, as little as 500 feet. Without a catapult! Nearly 10,000 TBMs were built, and they are credited with helping to turn the tide of the war in the Pacific; fewer than 20 restored TBMs remain flying today. Rocky Mountain Wing TBM, Bu. No. 53503 Quick History Picture Delivered to the US Navy in June of 1945, it did not see combat service in WWII. It served with VT-17 Fish Hawks until 1947, then transferred to VT-82 Devil’s Advocates. It went on the Lend/Lease... ...

    J-3 Cub More Info

    Aug
    18
    Glenwood Springs, Colorado

    CAF Rocky Mountain Wing at Glenwood Airport More Info

    Ride our Piper Cub and see our WWII Ambulance at this free community event to promote aviation. There will be real and RC aircraft, helicopters, and Drones on display as well as rides. There's also a 5k Race and Kids 1K Race at 8 and 8:30am, silent auction, motorized skateboard Show by Vaughn Shafer, live music by The Williams Brothers, food by Glenwood Canyon Brewpub and The Carbondale Creamery & Café, vendors, flight schools, kids games & more! Rides are first come, first serve. Weather dependent. Kids 13+ only please. All Donations, Merchandise Sales and Silent Auction proceeds go to “Friends of the Glenwood Springs Airport” a 501(c)(3) non-profit that promotes aviation,... ...
    Aug
    18
    Grand Junction, CO

    TBM 309 Rides Day More Info

    Check off that bucket list item with a ride in WWII's biggest single-engine American warbird, the TBM Avenger. This particular Avenger has a pretty famous history including a royal flyover and an appearance in Close Encounters of the Third Kind. You will definitely have a story, and a smile, that will last a lifetime!

    There are only so many flight slots in a day, so book yours now!

    Aug
    25
    Evanston, Wyoming

    TBM 309 at Evanston Airport Day Air Show More Info

    Join the TBM Avenger "309" in Evanston, WY for Airport Day. See the biggest single-engine combat aircraft of WWII up close and personal and talk to the crew. 309 is the only aircraft in Colorado history to be enshrined in the National Register of Historic Places, has flown the lead at Queen Elizabeth's Coronation, and appeared in Close Encounters of the Third Kind. It is one of the most famous Avengers ever, and it will be at Hill AFB waiting to see you!

    Sep
    01
    Steamboat Spings, Colorado

    TBM 309 at Wild West Air Fest More Info

    Join the TBM Avenger "309" in Steamboat Springs, CO for the Wild West Air Fest. See the biggest single-engine combat aircraft of WWII up close and personal and talk to the crew. 309 is the only aircraft in Colorado history to be enshrined in the National Register of Historic Places, has flown the lead at Queen Elizabeth's Coronation, and appeared in Close Encounters of the Third Kind. It is one of the most famous Avengers ever, and it will be at Hill AFB waiting to see you!

    Dec
    02
    Grand Junction, CO

    TBM Avenger-Restoration Project Update More Info

    The TBM is a rare torpedo bomber which played a crucial role in the Pacific Theater. This aircraft has the distinction of being the only aircraft in the CAF fleet on the National Register of Historic Places. Please join us as we share our story of the TBM Avenger with you.

    May
    22
    Grand Junction, CO

    See the Avenger in Grand Junction, CO More Info

    On May 22, Colorado Mesa University flight school will hold their inaugural spot landing contest, where our aircraft will be on display for the audience. So come walk our wing and say hello to the Avenger for the first time in public in over a year!

    Sep
    01
    Sep
    06
    Colorado Springs, CO

    Fly the Avenger at Colorado Springs, CO More Info

    Tour some of the rarest WWII aircraft in the world, including the Grumman TBM Avenger, B-29 Superfortress, and P-51 Mustang when the CAF's Airpower History Tour comes to Colorado Springs September 1-6. Dates & Times: Wednesday, September 1, 2021 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. B-29 & B-24 cockpit tours available all day. TBM & T-6 available for rides all day. Thursday, September 2, 2021 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. B-29 & B-24 cockpit tours available all day. TBM & T-6 available for rides all day. ? Friday, September 3, 2021 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. B-24 flies at 9:30 a.m. B-29 & B-24 cockpit tours available after 11 a.m. TBM & T-6 available for rides all day. P-51 arrives at noon,... ...
    Sep
    01
    Sep
    06
    Colorado Springs, CO

    Fly TBM 309 in Cheyenne, WY More Info

    Don't miss TBM 309 at the Wyoming National Guard Association's Wild West Airshow, celebrating 101 years of Cheyenne Aviation! Admission to the show is free. Book a ride there or on our website at https://www.rockymountainwingcaf.org/buy-a-ride.html

    Sep
    18
    Sep
    19
    Montrose, CO

    Fly the Avenger in Montrose, CO More Info

    Come see TBM 309 on display at the Montrose Tribute to Aviation at Montrose Regional Airport on September 18 and 19. Even better, book a flight in this historic aircraft!

    For more information on the show: https://www.tributetoaviation.com/

    Sep
    16
    Sep
    17
    Montrose, CO

    TBM Avenger in Montrose Colorado More Info

    Sep
    22
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    23
    Farmington, NM

    Ride the TBM in Farmington NM More Info

    Tour or ride the only aircraft on Colorado's registry of historic places when the historic World War II Avenger torpedo bomber, TBM 309, lands in Farmington on September 22. To book a ride, visit https://www.rockymountainwingcaf.org/buy-a-ride.html.

    May
    17
    May
    18
    Peru, IL

    TBM Avenger Reunion More Info

    We are excited to announce the return of the TITAN Aerobatic Team (formerly AeroShell Aerobatic Team). They'll perform their 4-ship aerobatic routine in their T-6/SNJ Texans. They will be performing their Night Airshow on Friday Night and also their Day Show on Saturday Friday Night will feature the "TBM Glow", our now famous and copied nighttime TBM Avenger Engine Run-Up. Immediately after the TBM Glow, we'll have our FIRST EVER FIREWORKS SHOW to end the Friday Night activities. Friday Night will also feature live music by "Regal Beagle" and a Beer Garden! The Yankee Air Museum's B-17G Flying Fortress "Yankee Lady" will be offering rides on Thursday & Sunday. It will be on... ...
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