Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum Press Mentions
Irene Ferguson Military Wife Recognition Award Highlights the Strength and Dedication of USMC Wives (KUSI, 1/30/20)
Local Museum Showcases History of USMC Aviation (U-T Community Spotlight 1/12/20)
The Few, the Proud, the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum (Zevely Zone, CBS 8, 1/3/20)
Military Dog Demonstration and Open Cockpit Event set for Saturday at Miramar Aviation Museum (San Diego Union Tribune, 12/12/19)
Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation Supports Veterans (KUSI, 12/3/19)
Student Art Soars at Flying Leatherneck Museum (San Diego Union Tribune 10/10/19)
World War II-Era Torpedo Bomber restored by Volunteers now on Display at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum (San Diego Veterans Magazine, September 2019)
A Marine’s Favor 25+ Years Earlier Leads to World’s Largest Collection of USMC Vintage Aircraft in San Diego Museum (San Diego Veterans Magazine, May 2019)
A Love of Order and Detail Leads to Work at Military Museum (San Diego Union Tribune 11/24/18)
Restoration of Unique SBD-1 Dauntless Bomber to Provide Some Closure to Family of the WWII Pilot Who Was Last to Fly It (San Diego Union Tribune, 7/19/17)
Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation Volunteer Restoring One-of-a-Kind World War II SBD-1 Dauntless Dive Bomber (San Diego Union-Tribune, 8/11/17)
Kids, adults take the helm at Flying Leatherneck Museum’s Open Cockpit Days (San Diego Union-Tribune, 7/7/17)
2017 Marine Wife of the Year Ceremony (KUSI-TV)
Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum: USMC Aviation History on Display (Aviation Photography Digest, 1/7/15)
Kimberly Reed feted in Homeland Magazine as 2015 Marine Wife of the Year
Marine Wife Recognition Award 2015 Recipient: Kimberly Reed
Korean War Pilot’s Family Finds closure at Museum (March 9, 2014)
Inside the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum (August 31, 2012)
City of San Diego, Arts and Culture Commission Video featuring Museum (2014)
Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum Press Resources
Fact Sheet: About the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum
PHOTOS and LOGO
CH-46 Sea Knight (Lady Ace 09)
A-4 Skyhawk
A-6 Intruder
The A-6 is an attack bomber used during the Vietnam War and immortalized in the book and movie “Flight of the Intruder”. It was flown from carriers, and noted for its ability to fly long-range missions. (Photo credit: Frank Lorey) Download Hi-Res Image
TBM 3E Avenger from World II
The TBM 3E Avenger is a World War II-era torpedo bomber with a storied history. One famous Navy pilot who flew Avengers was the future president, George H.W. Bush.(Photo credit: Frank Lorey) Download Hi-Res Image
SBD Dauntless Dive Bomber
The SBD-1 “Dauntless” was used in the Pacific during World War II. This SBD was recovered from the bottom of Lake Michigan and is currently off display while being restored under the leadership of volunteer Bob Cramsie (shown in photo). It is the only known SBD-1 still in existence. Download hi-res photo here.
Outdoor Display Area
The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum typically has more than 31 aircraft on display in its outdoor exhibit area. Aircraft on display are from WWII to present day. Download Hi-Res Image
Helicopter Display Area
Helicopter Display Area in its outdoor exhibit area. Aircraft on display are from WWII to present day. Download Hi-Res Image
USMC Aviation Trophies
One of several display cases containing individual and unit awards, recognizing the most outstanding units and individuals in the US Marine Corps for the current year. Awardees are selected and recognized by the Marine Corps Aviation Association (MCAA). The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum is the official home of these impressive trophies. (Photo credit: Frank Lorey) Download Hi-Res Image
Display of Escape, Evasion and Survival Items
Display of military escape, evasion, and survival items used by pilots who were shot down. (Photo credit: Frank Lorey) Download Hi-Res Image
Open Cockpit Days
On every other weekend during the summer and on designated days during the year the Museum opens up the cockpits of select aircraft so visitors can experience Marine aviation from a pilot’s viewpoint. Download Hi-Res Image
