Fork-Tailed Devil At Planes Of Fame

Last updated: March 19, 2013 1:12 am

Moreno Aguiari

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The P-38 was used most successfully in the Pacific Theater of Operations and the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations

Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, CA presents Fork-Tailed Devil on Saturday, April 6. Another installment of their monthly Living History Flying Days, this event showcases the Lockheed P-38 Lightning. Its fierce reputation earned it the nickname Fork-Tailed Devil (der Gabelschwanz-Teufel) by the Germans during World War II.

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Don Oldis will be the guest of honor. Don has a storied history with the USAF that spans several decades, from World War II to Vietnam. Among the many aircraft he flew are the P-38, P-51 and P-39. His talk will be followed by a question and answer session and flight demonstration of the P-38.

The talks will begin at 10 am. Kevin Thompson and Edward Maloney (Museum founder and curator) will participate.

Open to the public.

Planes of Fame Air Museum

7000 Merrill Avenue #17

Chino, CA 9171

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By Moreno Aguiari

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Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.