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From the last Fantasy of Flight newsletter:

 

Welcome Home, TBM Avenger

 

Legendary Navy Torpedo Bomber Joins Fantasy of Flight All-Star Cast

 

Those lucky enough to be looking to the skies in early February from Miami to Polk City may have spotted an amazing sight - a TBM "Avenger" World War II Torpedo Bomber - buzzing its way home to join part of the world's largest private rare and vintage aircraft collection. Fantasy of Flight founder and creator Kermit Weeks piloted the nearly 70-year-old aircraft in a 75-minute flight at a speed of 165 knots from Miami. "It feels great to have the TBM Avenger home in Polk City along with the rest of the collection," said Weeks. "This bomber played a major role in the victory of World War II and helps to tell the story of the Allies' win in ways that history books simply cannot. It's truly a tangible piece of American history."

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One of those recently showed up in central Illinois. I have seen it several times flying over my farm. The sound is enough to get me to run outside for a look... If it makes the Peoria Airshow this summer, I'll post some pics.

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