History Doesn't Belong in a Museum.
It Belongs in Service.
The USAA-Volunteer Flying Group preserves one of America’s most legendary World War II aircraft by putting it back to work. From disaster relief and veteran outreach to national storytelling, every flight carries purpose.
Where Aviation History Still Saves Lives
We operate a fully functional Douglas DC-3 paratrooper cargo transport to achieve meaningful public and social impact.
Disaster Relief
When disaster strikes, every hour matters. Our aircraft transports emergency medical supplies, water, volunteers, and logistics directly into devastated small-town airfields that commercial flights cannot reach.
Explore Disaster ReliefPreserve History
The Douglas DC-3 changed the course of commercial aviation and won World War II. Instead of retiring this flying legend to a museum rope, we preserve its legacy by keeping it airworthy and active in the skies.
Explore the AircraftInspire Generations
At every airshow event and school tarmac visit, thousands discover a living piece of history. We connect future aviators, veterans, and military families with the mechanics and stories behind this aircraft.
Explore AirshowsThe Airplane That Changed Aviation.
First introduced in 1936, the Douglas DC-3 revolutionized commercial aviation and later became one of the most important transport workhorses of World War II. More than 11,000 were built. Today, only a small fraction remain airworthy, making every flight both a tribute to history and a demonstration of timeless engineering.
With its classic rounded nose, tailwheel stance, and twin radial engines, the DC-3 draws huge crowds at every airfield it lands, establishing a highly visible platform for our sponsor integrations.
Every Flight Tells a Story.
Before every mission comes planning. Weather, maintenance, volunteers, cargo, and communities waiting. The USAA-Volunteer Flying Group documents every step of the journey—from preparing the aircraft to delivering supplies directly into the hands of families.
Disaster Response & Last-Mile Cargo Logistics
More Than Advertising.
Become Part of the Mission.
Our partners don’t simply place a logo on an aircraft. They help preserve aviation history, deliver disaster relief, and inspire veterans. Your brand becomes integrated with every story we tell, from linear TV streaming to live airshow hospitality tents next to the Douglas DC-3.