Educate, inspire, honor
A World War II B-25J Mitchell warplane, the “Maid in the Shade,” shines in the Coeur d’Alene sun as she stops in town for ground tours and aerial rides this week.
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Ground operator and ride coordinator Mike Mueller talks about the history of the World War II warplane the "Maid in the Shade." (MADISON HARDY/Press)
The pilot's view from the World War II B-25J the "Maid in the Shade" featuring the cockpit controls. (MADISON HARDY/Press)
B-25J Mitchell warplane "Maid in the Shade" features restored painting on exterior, including her bright blue battle number 18 tail. (MADISON HARDY/Press)
The view out of the World War II B-25J Mitchell warplane the "Maid in the Shade" nose featuring the front gunman position. (MADISON HARDY/Press)
Ground operator and ride coordinator Mike Mueller points to the signature of World War II veteran signatures inside of the Maid in the Shade's bomb bay. (MADISON HARDY/Press)
World War II bomber has landed in CDA
The three pillars of the Commemorative Air Force — educate, inspire, and honor — are why touring World War II fighter planes like “Maid in the Shade” is important today. ...
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