The Commemorative Air Force has been around for over 60 years. It started with one plane and has grown to be one of the world's largest air forces with over 175 flying aircraft. Of course, none of this would be possible without the help of thousands of volunteers and members.

CAF OBJECTIVES

1. To acquire, restore, and preserve in flying condition a complete collection of combat aircraft that were flown by all military services of the United States and selected aircraft of other nations for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations of Americans.

2. To provide museum buildings for the permanent protection and display of these aircraft as a tribute to the thousands of men and women who built, serviced, and flew them.

3. To perpetuate in the memory and in the hearts of all Americans the spirit in which these great planes were flown in the defense of our nation.

4. To establish an organization having the dedication, enthusiasm, and esprit de corps necessary to operate, maintain, and preserve these aircraft as symbols of our American military aviation heritage.

To read more about the history of the CAF, the four corporations that compose the organization, and the governing bodies, click here.