Home Sweet Plane
After years of sitting in the desert, Columbine II had more than just technical issues for the mechanics to deal with.
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Stories From the Front
A veteran’s story is priceless. And nothing compares to hearing that story firsthand under the wing of a plane—especially a plane that’s been where that soldier has been. Shortly after Columbine II landed at Dynamic Aviation, a Korean War veteran stopped by for a visit. Just days before, he had watched Columbine II soar over […]
Can Connie Fly Again?
By Brian Miklos When we arrived at the Avra Valley Airport and got our first look at Columbine II, our first thought was about how huge this airplane was compared to the King Airs and the DHC-8s we typically deal with. We were all very quiet on the evening rides back to the hotel, a […]
Columbine II: Connecting Past, Present and Future
The thing about Columbine II is that it takes us back to a different time. The 1950s and 60s were a time of peace, prosperity and rebirth. The restoration of this aircraft gives Dynamic Aviation a unique opportunity to share President Eisenhower’s legacy and the greatness embodied in his era. Columbine II symbolizes the optimism […]
NEW LIFE FOR AN OLD PLANE
From its glory days with President Eisenhower to forgotten in the desert,
Columbine II has gotten a second chance.
From its glory days with President Eisenhower to forgotten in the desert,
Columbine II has gotten a second chance.
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