Tag: Curtiss SB2C Helldiver

CAF West Texas Wing Becomes Helldiver Squadron, Honoring a Legendary Naval Dive Bomber

Beginning January 1, 2026, the Commemorative Air Force’s West Texas Wing will operate as the…

From Zero to Hero: SB2C Helldiver Takes Flight at National Museum of World War II Aviation

A rare Curtiss SB2C Helldiver returned to the skies on July 19 at the National…

The CAF’s SB2C Helldiver: A Resilient Warbird Ready to Soar Again

After overcoming years of challenges, the Commemorative Air Force West Texas Wing’s SB2C Helldiver is…

ESSEX WWII Navy Ace Flies Again in Fagen’s Helldiver

WWII Navy Ace and Hellcat pilot Donald M. McPherson flew in the Fagen Fighters WWII…

National Museum of World War II Aviation’S Curtiss SB2C-1A Helldiver Flies After 45 Years

The National Museum of World War II Aviation's SB2C Helldiver Becomes the Third to Fly,…

The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot – June, 19-20 1944

From an original article by the Naval History and Heritage Command The U.S. Navy’s offensive…

CAF Curtiss SB2C-5 Helldiver – Engine Appeal

The Commemorative Air Force's SB2C-5 Helldiver is in need of our help following engine problems,…

CAF Introduces Prowlers of the Pacific AirShow Act

"Prowlers of the Pacific" is a new Commemorative Air Force (CAF) re-creation of the American…

P-51 Mustang, SB2C Helldiver Rides Available at EAA AirVenture

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) will fly its P-51 Mustang, “Red Nose,” and SB2C-5 Helldiver,…

CAF AirPower History Tour Announces Midwest Summer Tour.

PRESS RELEASE-The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) AirPower History Tour is bringing an unprecedented collection of…