Dixie Wing

Commemorative Air Force

Our Mission

The CAF was founded to acquire, restore and preserve in flying condition a complete collection of combat aircraft which were flown by all military services of the United States, and selected aircraft of other nations, for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations of Americans.

More than just a collection of airworthy warplanes from the past, the CAF's fleet of historic aircraft, known as the CAF Ghost Squadron, recreate, remind and reinforce the lessons learned from the defining moments in American military aviation history.

The Dixie Wing was approved as the 83rd CAF unit on February 28, 1987, and has since displayed its collection of vintage World War II aircraft in numerous air shows throughout the Southeast. The wing is a non-profit, tax-exempt "flying museum" that depends on contributions of time and funds to carry out its mission.

Want to know what it's like to fly a warbird? We can help, whether it's some stick time in our dual-control Mustang, catching the breeze in one of two flying SBDs in the world, or experiencing the 1944 version of "VIP transport" in our C-45. Best of all, your donation will help ensure that future generations will see these planes continue to fly.

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Looking for a medium-sized room for an upcoming meeting? How about a few thousand square feet of floor space with 38 foot ceilings for a dance? The Dixie Wing's hangar and meeting room can provide everything you need for your event, and top it off with an historical aviation flair.

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Latest News

Announcing 2010 WWII Heritage Days

“Remember Pearl Harbor!”, Rosie the Riveter, and Glenn Miller. Experience the sights and sounds of the Greatest Generation when the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing hosts the sixth annual “WWII Heritage Days” April 24-25, 2010. The public history event will be held at The Historical Airpower Facility, Falcon Field, Peachtree City from 9am-4pm both days.

The weekend will again feature vintage aircraft, period vehicles, education displays, guest speakers and demonstrations, including mock battles between reenactors portraying American and Axis troops.

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