Greatest Generation Aircraft

     Pacific Prowler Non-Profit dba Greatest Generation Aircraft is a 501C3 nonprofit organization which was chartered to preserve America’s flying heritage from the beginning of World War II through the Vietnam war. Our mission is to safeguard this part of our aviation heritage to honor the men and women that served in that era. This is accomplished by keeping a piece of their history alive for future generations to see and appreciate the service and sacrifice of our forefathers and honor them as the hero’s they are.

    Greatest Generation Aircraft was founded by a small group of men in 2008 that shared a common goal, keeping the promise of “we shall never forget.” What started out as a single aircraft from World War II grew into numerous aircraft that expanded into the Vietnam era. The organization itself expanded from those humble beginnings of just 8 men to volunteers and supporters numbering in the hundreds throughout the years. Recognizing that our honored veterans were fading away, we instituted the policy of having the veterans sign the inside of the aircraft. In the early days, signatures accumulated rapidly, filling the Bombay of a B25 and the fuselage of a C 47. Today, most of these men have passed but passengers entering the aircraft for a short sightseeing flight are able to marvel at the signatures which really brings home the reality that these men were real, and we will not let them be forgotten.

    Our organization is vibrantly alive. Dedicated volunteers gather every weekend at our home hangar, Vintage Flying Museum, to provide helping hands for the extensive maintenance required to keep multiple aircraft flying. They do this to honor the servicemen they not only served with, but also to honor the veterans that served before them. All our aircraft are maintained in flying condition and fly regularly with the help of our fine men and women volunteers. The aircraft are financially supported through educational programs for the younger generations and by providing sightseeing flights, airshow appearances, parades, flyovers, funerals, and parachute jump operations.

As a non-profit group, we are in constantly looking for ways to generate funds to help pay for the maintenance of our fleet, as well as for restoration projects. Warbirds are an expensive passion. Replacing one part, that in its day cost a few dollars, now costs thousands. But.. we believe that the roles they played in fighting for our freedoms is worth honoring. If you have a fund raising idea, we'd love to hear it! We also welcome donations in any amount. Donations are tax deductible!!!