CAF Warbird Tube
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is proud to produce CAF Warbird Tube. A weekly video podcast that features the people, places, and planes that shaped American history. Each week we host a different guest and different topic to explore as part of the CAF's mission to Educate, Inspire, and Honor. You can learn more about the Commemorative Air Force at www.CommemorativeAirForce.org.
Episodes
53 episodes
CAF Warbird Tube - WWII Aircraft of the Aleutian Islands
Often referred to as the "Forgotten Battle," the Aleutian Islands Campaign witnessed some of the harshest conditions of World War II. In this episode of CAF Warbird Tube, we welcome historian, author, and Alaska historic trip leader Karen Abel ...
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CAF Warbird Tube - The Me 262 Schwalbe
Join us for a thrilling dive into aviation history as we explore the world’s first operational jet fighter—the Messerschmitt Me 262. Our guest, Keegan Chetwynd, Director of the Military Aviation Museum, will share the story of how the Museum's ...
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CAF Warbird Tube - RAF's No 100 Bomber Support Group
Learn all about the Royal Air Force’s 100 (Bomber Support) Group, a pioneer in electronic warfare. They worked behind the scenes to protect Allied bombers by jamming enemy radar, confusing night fighters, and conducting clandestine countermeasu...
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CAF Warbird Tube – American Women Who Flew in the Face of Danger
During World War II, a daring group of American women crossed the Atlantic not to fight but to fly. In this episode, we explore the book Spitfires by Becky Aikman—a thrilling account of the women pilots who joined Britain’s Air Transport Auxili...
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CAF Warbird Tube - All the Way May
Maybelle Blair was a women's baseball trailblazer turned airplane manager. After baseball, she had a 37-year career at Northrop Corporation, where she ended up as the highway transportation manager, one of the three female managers the company ...
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CAF Warbird Tube – The Battle of Okinawa with Christopher Kolakowski
The Battle of Okinawa, the last major confrontation of World War II, was one of the largest and bloodiest conflicts in the Pacific Theater. In this episode of CAF Warbird Tube, we welcome Christopher Kolakowski, a renowned historian and the Dir...
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CAF Warbird Tube: The Aftermath of the Doolittle Raid
The daring Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942, was more than just a bold strike on Japan—it had lasting effects on morale, military strategy, and the course of World War II. In this episode of CAF Warbird Tube, we’re joined by historian and CAF V...
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CAF Warbird Tube - The New Guinea Air War
In this episode of CAF Warbird Tube, we welcome John Happ, author of The Navigation Case, to explore the gripping story of the New Guinea Air War. Discover the daring missions, sacrifices, and air superiority that America’s pioneering pilots ac...
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CAF Warbird Tube: Fighter Combat in WWII
Join us for a riveting episode of CAF Warbird Tube as we chat with Steve Church, author of Fighter Combat World War Two: Stories and Tactics 1939-1945. Discover the secrets behin...
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CAF Warbird Tube: Halifax 57 Bomber Update (Spring 2025)
For over 70 years, the Royal Canadian Air Force Halifax bomber HR 871 lay hidden beneath the Baltic Sea off the Swedish coast—one of many warbirds lost to history. That was until about seven years ago when the
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CAF Warbird Tube: The World at War 1945
In this episode of CAF Warbird Tube, Steve Buss will take us deep into the final year of World War II. Join us as we explore the major conflicts in 1945 that brought the war to a dramatic and decisive close. From the brutal battles in Europe to...
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CAF Warbird Tube – Kamikaze Airfields in Kyushu
**Warning - This video contains discussions about combat events that took place during World War II, specifically aviators who carried out suicide attacks. Sensitive viewers should be advised.** In this episode of
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CAF Warbird Tube: John Mollison- Art, Aviation, and Legacy
Join us for an engaging episode of CAF Warbird Tube as we sit down with John Mollison, the renowned aviation artist, historian, and creator of Old Guys and Their Airplanes. Throu...
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CAF Warbird Tube - AC-47 Spooky Gunship
**Warning - This video discusses actual combat events during the Vietnam War. Sensitive viewers should be advised.** This special episode delves into the legendary AC-47 Spooky Gunship, the latest addition to the Commemorativ...
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CAF Warbird Tube – Battle of the Bulge: Winter 1944
In this episode, historian Chris Kolakowski of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum joins us to discuss the Battle of the Bulge, one of World War II’s most brutal and decisive clashes. During the frigid winter of 1944, a desperate German offensive amb...
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CAF Warbird Tube - "Black Week" A Turning Point in WWII
An in-depth look at one of the most devastating periods of World War II—Black Week. Our special guest, Nathan Huegen, Vice President of Education for the Commemorative Air Force, will guide us through the harrowing events of this pivotal week i...
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CAF Warbird Tube - Grumman TBM Avenger
Dive into the remarkable history of the Grumman TBM Avenger, one of the most iconic torpedo bombers of World War II. Built for power and endurance, the Avenger played a critical role in naval battles. In this episode, we explore the legendary a...
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CAF Warbird Tube - P-39 Airacobra “Miss Connie”
In this episode, we take you on an exciting journey through the history and restoration of one of the rarest WWII fighters still flying—the CAF’s P-39 Airacobra. Known for its unconventional design with a mid-engine layout and nose-mounted cann...
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CAF Warbird Tube - Chuck Yeager -What A Ride!
Join us for an intimate journey into the life and legacy of one of America's greatest aviators, Chuck Yeager, through the eyes of his wife, Victoria Yeager, author of "Chuck Yeager: What a Ride." Victoria shares personal stories, untold anecdot...
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CAF Warbird Tube: The U.S. & The DH Mosquito
In this episode, we welcome back Ross Sharp, a renowned expert on the De Havilland Mosquito, to explore the fascinating history of the U.S. and the "Mossy." Although Mosquitoes are known as RAF aircraft, the versatile and innovative aircraft pl...
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CAF Warbird Tube - F8F Bearcat
We are taking a closer look at the CAF’s F8F Bearcat in this week's Warbird Tube. Members of the Southern California Wing join host Steve Buss, to discuss the impressive history, importance, and current maintenance status of the Bearcat. Find o...
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CAF Warbird Tube: The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line
On this week's Warbird Tube, join author MajGen Mari K. Eder to talk about the women of World War II and her book, "The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line: Untold Stories of the Women Who Changed the Course of World War II". Let us know what you thi...
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CAF Warbird Tube - WWII B-17 Pilot John “Lucky” Luckadoo
Step into history with our riveting interview with the legendary World War II aviator John “Lucky” Luckadoo. Join us to explore Luckadoo’s journey from his enlistment after Pearl Harbor to piloting the B-17 Flying Fortress in the 8th Air Force....
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CAF Warbird Tube - 1st Air Commandos of WWII
In this captivating episode, we dive into the incredible story of the 1st Air Commandos of World War II with special guest Ralph Van Wagner, author of the acclaimed book "Any Place, Any Time, Any Where." Discover the daring missions, innovative...
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CAF Warbird Tube – Southern Heritage Air Foundation
Explore the rich aviation history preserved at the Southern Heritage Air Museum in Tallulah, Louisiana. Our guest, Dan Fordice, who founded the organization, shares some of the artifacts and stories from their archives. He also shares his perso...
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