Highland Lakes Squadron of CAF receives legendary Texas Zephyr

  • Because of its efficient design and commendable service record, the plane is expected to draw many visitors to the museum, according to Squadron officials. Contributed photos/Stennis Shotts
    Because of its efficient design and commendable service record, the plane is expected to draw many visitors to the museum, according to Squadron officials. Contributed photos/Stennis Shotts
  • The Texas Zephyr was flown into the Burnet Municipal Airport on May 21 by crew members, from left, John Bixby, Crew Chief Mark Davis, and Doug Rozendaal.
    The Texas Zephyr was flown into the Burnet Municipal Airport on May 21 by crew members, from left, John Bixby, Crew Chief Mark Davis, and Doug Rozendaal.
  • On May 21, the Commemorative Air Force Highland Lakes Squadron welcomed the arrival of the C-47 vintage military aircraft to its hangar and museum in Burnet at 2402 S. Water St.
    On May 21, the Commemorative Air Force Highland Lakes Squadron welcomed the arrival of the C-47 vintage military aircraft to its hangar and museum in Burnet at 2402 S. Water St.
Recently, the Commemorative Air Force Highland Lakes Squadron welcomed the arrival of the C-47 vintage military aircraft to its hangar and museum in Burnet at 2402 S. Water St. Often nicknamed as the Texas Zephyr, the relatively small but speedy and versatile airplane flew frequently during combat missions, delivered vital cargo to allies and transported thou- sands of fighting person nel during…

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