The B-25 is such a beautifully designed, iconic aircraft from WWII. It was the plane used by the Doolittle Raiders when they bombed Tokyo Japan after taking off from an aircraft carrier at sea. This was a one-way mission for most of these aircrews. This B25J is lovingly maintained and flown by the Missouri wing … Read more
I’m a fan of aircraft and airshows. I don’t find myself biased in terms of modern day jets or old prop driven antiques…I like them all. In my youth though, I must admit, I had an affinity for the planes of the WWII era. And few stood out more than the Mitchell B25.
This medium sized bomber is well known as the platform that Billy Mitchell used in a surprise attack on the Japanese mainland…taking off from an aircraft carrier. It was a monumental feat at the time.
There are still a fair number of B25’s still flying today. One great example is this one…”Show Me’ from the Missouri arm of the Commemorative Air Force. It is always a treat to see her fly.