Port Clinton, Ohio | Civil Aviation Restoration Project For History Enthusiasts

Port Clinton, Ohio | Civil Aviation Restoration Project For History Enthusiasts

Aviation history is rich and complex, a story written into the fabric of America itself.

One piece of this story comes in the form of the 1929 Ford Tri- Motor Aircraft, a rare and unique transport craft which has been largely forgotten by the general public and historians alike - until now. The Ford Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation has devoted itself to restoring one such plane, keeping this chapter of aviation history alive for years to come.

They are encouraging people to donate to see the restoration through its final stages. While primarily a civilian aircraft, the Ford Trimotor did see limited use in the Second World War, making it a valuable relic in both hobbyist circles and among military historians.

While hundreds of the planes were built over the limited run by Ford in the late 1920s, less than 18 have survived, and only around 7 have been granted airworthiness certificates by the FAA.

Given the rarity of this particular model of aircraft, the Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation has devoted its time and resources to ensuring that eventually, the craft will fly once more. The project managers hope to eventually use the plane as a public showcase piece for use in air shows and other exhibitions.

The team behind the project has recently updated its website with new images of the restoration, which show the plane being meticulously assembled and reconstructed by their skilled technicians.

If you are interested in aviation history, the Foundation has a wealth of information on this and other aircraft for you to check out. The Foundation is also accepting volunteers to help in any way with the project alongside monetary donations.

Find out more at https://www.restorethe ford.org