DAV B-25 "Panchito"

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Rag Wings and Radials' B-25J is restored as "Panchito" that served with the 396 Bomb Squadron, 41st Bomb Group, 7th Air Force, stationed in the Central Pacific. The B-25J "Panchito", hosted by the Disabled American Veterans will be on static display and will take flight each day of the show.

Produced in greater numbers than any other American twin-engine combat aircraft, the North American B-25 was one of the most famous twin-engine medium bombers used during World War II. It achieved worldwide fame on 18 April 1942 when sixteen B-25's, under the command of LtCol Jimmy Doolittle, were launched from the aircraft carrier, Hornet, and attacked Tokyo and other Japanese cities in a daring raid.

The Disabled American Veterans Air show Outreach Program was developed to increase public awareness of disabled veterans and to serve veterans in communities across the nation. Using two B-25 medium bombers, the program reminds the public of the sacrifices veterans have made and continue to make to keep our nation free. This year's program will also feature a new trailer-based system to replace the Mobile Service Office dedicated to the program. The trailer will have touch-screen computer systems and other state-of-the-art features geared at providing airshow goers an attractive, efficient experience where they can learn about the DAV's mission, become a DAV member, learn about volunteer opportunities or make a donation.