Has anyone ever been involved in getting an aircraft put into an air park on base? Apparently there was one parked a few years ago with that intent and forgotten about. Looking to get the process moving again.

8 hours ago, KWings06j said:

Has anyone ever been involved in getting an aircraft put into an air park on base? Apparently there was one parked a few years ago with that intent and forgotten about. Looking to get the process moving again.

Somewhat and it is expensive and a pain in the arse.

When all the AC-130H's retired we tried to get a few places to take one including the museum at Warner Robins. All retired aircraft technically belong to the USAF museum and they are generally ok to work with but the cost is VERY high. We were very shocked when Warner Robins said no thanks. They had been our depot for years...also, ALL of our software was developed and maintained there. A rather large community of civilians, military and contractors petitioned them but they said no de to cost.

Even putting the plane in an airpark requires cleaning, painting and commitment to maintain. Look no further than the AC-130H parked at the front gate at Cannon...they have NOT taken care of it.

Good luck

KWings06J.....Your unit/base Air Force Historian is the POC you should contact to get the process started. They should be able to guide you through the process.