The only world war two North American PBJ-1J in existence. Currently being flown/maintained by CAF Southern California Wing, Camarillo, CA
The PBJ-1J "Mitchell" flew into Camarillo from Midland, Texas in April, 1993.
After inspection, the aircraft was put into our long restoration process. We are now starting to put the aircraft back together. It will be some time before our PBJ-1J is up and flying, but we're sure that day will come!
The PBJ-1J restoration team has been working diligently on restoring the aircraft. When finished, this "Mitchell" will be as brand-new as it was when it came off the assembly line.
It is anticipated that it will be painted in the colors of a Marine Corps PBJ-1J, and it's name will be "Semper Fi."
Crew Chief:
Col. Marc Russell
Restoration Crew:
Iran Ausley, Ken Barger, Jo & Jack Brinkerhoff, Scott Drosos, Dave Fish, Mike Hohls, Tim Kutzbach, Dan Newcomb, Roger Ostlund, Jerry Royce, George Sands, Thomas Van Stein, Paul Brown, John S., and Cameron O'Brien
Our mission as the restorers and care takers of "Semper Fi" is to get her airborne by August 2014, and to keep her in pristine condition to allow future generations to experience and enjoy.
