Warbird Specific

Owning a part of history is an opportunity that does not present itself often. World War II had a massive impact around the globe, from manufacturing technology to international relations and politics. Huge technological advancements in military and manufacturing happened throughout the war as all countries involved were consistently trying to be the best of…

The Bell UH-1H, better known as a “Huey,” is a manufactured helicopter that was used for many duties throughout the Vietnam war. It was commonly used for training purposes, search and rescue, communications jamming, and airborne radar-assisted surveillance. Flown by MO1 Donald C. Glauthier for the 119th Assault Helicopter Company which was a part of the…

This World War II warbird has traveled all over the world. Being manufactured in 1943, the Spitfire was a common warbird in the war but only a handful still exist in the modern world. A piece of history can belong to you! Platinum Fighter Sales prides itself on providing the best service imaginable in the…

The 1938 Ryan SCW-145 is known to be one of the five aircraft models to have ever flown. This particular example flew with the US Army Air Force on Liaison duties during World War II designated an L10. While based with ATC at Morrison Field and Lantana with the CAP, it became the subject matter…

During The Korean War, a unit of marines listed as VMF-513 was formed to perform night-time air defense in their F7F “Tigercats” and F4U-5N “Corsair” warbirds. This group of Marines would soon be known as “The Flying Nightmares” for their master night-time aviation skills. Coined by LtCol James R. Anderson of the USMC in 1951,…

The 1929 Buhl Sport Air Sedan NC-8451, which we’ll refer to as the Buhl vintage aircraft, has a bountiful history. From outlasting the Great Depression to becoming a slick advertisement campaign promoting a diesel engine, to flying the pope then nearly being junked, this vintage aircraft has seen it all. To view its airframe and…

World War II was a time of mass production to help turn the tides on the enemy lines. Weaponry, tanks, technology, and warbirds were some of the most manufactured objects on assembly lines across the world. The Allies were leading the way through advanced engineering to give the military all the resources required to achieve…