Could it be possible that the F-117 Nighthawk will get a chance to fly again?
Here s What You Need to Remember: Despite the platform’s success, the United States Air Force opted to retire the F-117 in April 2008. The Air Force ultimately retired the Nighthawk as a cost-saving measure as the service struggled to pay for the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor.
It was an aircraft that may have simply been ahead of its time. The Lockheed Martin F-117 Nighthawk was the first operational aircraft to be designed around stealth technology, and while commonly referred to as a “stealth fighter,” it was actually a ground attack aircraft. The platform was developed during the late 1970s in response to an Air Force request for an aircraft that would be capable of attacking high-value targets without being detected by enemy radar.
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Of all his art creations, multimedia specialist Steve Maloney was due to launch the final portion of “the proudest thing I’ve ever done” on March 29 National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
The Rancho Santa Fe resident and Vietnam-era Army National Guard vet first refurbished a 47-foot Huey Medevac helicopter that had been shot down in Vietnam. He turned the boneyard debris into a colorful and meaningful tribute to Vietnam veterans called Take Me Home Huey.
While Maloney didn’t serve in Vietnam, he was disheartened by the disrespectful treatment returning vets received and saddened by the high incidence of post traumatic stress.
Santa takes part in Christmas Eve flyover for local hospitals
Santa Claus traded in his reindeer for a helicopter to join the Palm Springs Air Museum s flyover for valley hospitals.
The Christmas Eve flyover was organized to recognize the vital work our medical workers are providing at this critical time. Our medical workers are serving on the front line of this battle with Covid19. The Palm Springs Air Museum and Santa want to do everything possible to bring whatever holiday cheer we can to them, to help boost their spirits. It’s the least we can do to thank them, we are truly grateful, says Palm Springs Air Museum Vice Chairman of the Board Fred BelGazelle SA 341 Scout Helicopter.
Holiday lights show at Palm Springs Air Museum kicks off Friday evening
The Palm Springs Air Museum is launching a new holiday event, Santa s Miracle on the Tarmac.
Officials described the new event as Candy Cane Lane with Airplanes and Santa.
This socially distanced drive-thru experience features holiday sounds and lights, aircraft, and Santa Claus.
In addition, each vehicle will get two McDonald s coupons: one for a future free Breakfast Sandwich and one for a future free Big Mac and a goody bag from Santa!
Limit is two coupons per car, and coupons can be redeemed at local McDonald s restaurants only.