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CAF Gulf Coast Wing AC-47 “Spooky” Gets New Markings and Further Improvements

Vintage Aviation News

Photo via CAF Gulf Coast Wing Spookys maintenance team, the Ghostbusters,are working on two major efforts now: completing the annual inspection and making the modifications needed to transform our aircraft from a C- 47 into an AC – 47. The priority is to complete the sheet metal work required to sign off on the annual inspection.

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CAF Gulf Coast Wing AC-47 “Spooky” Restoration Update

Vintage Aviation News

According to the team, completion of the aircrafts annual inspection is in sight , with only a few hurdles left to overcome. In preparation for painting, the team also plans to install pre-oilers, paint the sub-floor, swap out the propellers, replace select fasteners, install seating in the cargo bay, and add cockpit padding.