Manufactured over a 30 year span this workhouse of a plane was popular as a small passenger or cargo aircraft. Be ready to hear the rumble of it's 450 HP engines. Have your cameras ready because you don't want to miss it doing photo fly-by's during the show.  This aircraft is based at the Wadsworth Airport and is proudly owned by Dane and Bryan Jorgensen.

U.S. Air Force Reserve, Youngstown Ohio

The C-130 primarily performs the tactical portion of the airlift mission by operating from rough, dirt strips and is the prime transport for airdropping troops and equipment into hostile areas. The airframe performs a diverse number of roles, including airlift support, Antarctic ice resupply, aeromedical missions, weather reconnaissance, aerial spray & firefighting, and natural disaster relief missions. The aircraft is powered by four turboprop engines that produce 4,600 shaft horsepower each. It can carry 42,000lbs of cargo and has a max takeoff weight of 155,000lbs. 

See firsthand what a small cargo aircraft looks like inside. You'll be impressed by the size of this aircraft. Based at Akron-Canton Airport, Castle can launch an aircraft within 1 hour of your call and fly into and out of most airports in the USA, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

Prepare to be impressed by this beautifully restored piece of history. The Beechcraft T-34 Mentor is a military trainer aircraft derived from the Beechcraft Model 35 Bonanza. The earlier versions of the T-34, dating from around the late 1940s to the 1950s, were piston-engined and were eventually succeeded by the upgraded turboprop engine. This fine aircraft is owned and operated by Castle Aviation located at the Akron-Canton Airport.

The L-21 is a conversion of the civil Piper PA-18 Super Cub with increased canopy area and military equipment. It is used for training and liaison work by the U.S. Army and Air Force and was supplied to many of our allies under the Mutual Assistance Defense Plan (MDAP).

This restored example served in the Italian Army until 1979 when it was returned to the United States. It was acquired by Air Heritage on June 1, 1987 and was totally restored back to it’s original Italian colors by the few dedicated members of Air Heritage at that time.

Produced by General Motors during World War II, this iconic aircraft played a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of the conflict. This aircraft was meticisally restored for 14 years by Charlie Cartledge and his team of volunteers at Lake Erie Warbirds and now calls the Liberty Aviation Musuem home.

This legendary aircraft, renowned for its pivotal role in World War II, embodies courage and resilience. The Avenger's distinctive silhouette, with its rugged frame and powerful 1,900hp engine, symbolizes the determination of the brave souls who piloted it. Whether in combat missions or airshows, the Avenger commands attention, serving as a reminder of the valor of those who fought for freedom. With each flight, it carries the legacy of its predecessors, inspiring admiration and respect for generations to come.

This American military transport aircraft produced in the 1950's went on to serve in Southeast Asia. During the War in Vietnam, the C-123 was used to deliver supplies, to evacuate the wounded, and also used to spray Agent Orange. After retirement this aircraft has survived and is the only flying C-123 in the WORLD and has appeared in several movies including; Naked Man, X-Men: Days of Future Past, and American Made staring Tom Cruise.

US Air Force Reserve, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio

The C-17 commonly performs tactical and strategic airlift missions, transporting troops and cargo throughout the world; additional roles include medical evacuation and airdrop duties. The C-17 is 174 feet long and has a wingspan of about 170 feet. For cargo operations the aircraft requires a crew of three: pilot, copilot, and Loadmaster. Maximum payload of the C-17 is 170,900 pounds, and its maximum takeoff weight is 585,000 pounds.

The SAAB 340B has a max cruise speed of 290 knots. It's max cargo load is 7,500 lbs and it's range is 1,300 miles. Come walk through this workhorse of a plane.

The Army selected the L-19 as its new observation aircraft in 1949 since it was constructed of all metal, as the fabric-covered liaison aircraft used during World War II (such as the L-4) had short service lives. The L-19 did not disappoint and played a key role in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The name, Bird Dog, was chosen because the role of the new aircraft was to find the enemy and orbit overhead until artillery (or attack aircraft) could be brought to bear on the enemy. While flying low and close to the battlefield, the pilot would observe the exploding shells and adjust the fire via his radios, in the manner of a bird dog (gun dog) used by game hunters. This museum quality aircraft is owned by Doug Cartledge and is based in Wadsworth.

Founded in 2022, the CAF Buckeye Wing was established to recognize the crucial role that Ohio has played in aviation history.  Their 1943 Fairchild PT-26 was a primary trainer for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) throughout WWII.  Provided to the RCAF via the Lend Lease agreement, the PT-26 was responsible for training a number of the 8,864 Americans who joined the RCAF prior to the US involvement in WWII.