Chad Hill has an incredible talent for capturing aviation lore with his artwork. From small beginnings, he has fast gained a strong reputation for the quality of his work (not to mention his generous spirit). And now, having paid his dues over many years of effort, he has earned some remarkable opportunities and experiences. including at Oshkosh this year. We thought our readers might enjoy hearing about some of these adventures, so without further ado.
Bell P-39Q Airacobra 42-19597, based with the Commemorative Air Force's Central Texas Wing in San Marcos, Texas, underwent a wheels and brakes rebuild earlier this year, returning to flying status in May. Of the roughly 9,600 Airacobras built, very few complete examples remain, with just a handful in airworthy condition.
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