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.
CAF Warbird Tube
CAF Warbird Tube - AC-47 Spooky Gunship
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Commemorative Air Force
**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 Commemorative Air Force fleet and proudly operated by the Gulf Coast Wing. Known for its iconic role in the Vietnam War as the original gunship, the AC-47 “Spooky” brought powerful close air support to protect ground forces in combat zones. Join us as we explore its transformation from a cargo plane to a heavily armed gunship, earning its feared reputation as “Puff the Magic Dragon.” We’ll hear from CAF members about the journey to acquire and restore this historic aircraft, its significance in modern aviation history, and the mission of keeping its story alive for future generations. Whether captivated by military history or intrigued by aircraft evolution, this episode is packed with stories of courage, innovation, and legacy. To watch this podcast as a video on YouTube, go to https://youtu.be/4Tu1VfXGTzI.
- Aired on: November 20, 2024
- Guest: Nancy Kweicien, Aaron Slooper, Richard "Opie" Updike
- Host: Steve Buss
- Producer: Blaine Seaboalt
- Produced by: Commemorative Air Force
