PBY CATALINA: The Legend of the Black Cats | Aviation And History

The EYES of the FLEET: Building the PBY Catalina (Restored & Colorized) This restored and colorized documentary film provides a rare look at the birth of the Consolidated PBY Catalina, one of the most iconic and successful flying boats in aviation history. Go inside the San Diego factory to witness the complete manufacturing process, from raw metal to the first test flights of the "eyes of the fleet." General Information: Consolidated PBY Catalina * Role: Maritime Patrol Flying Boat / Patrol Bom

LifeStream blood bank is partnering with the Palm Springs Air Museum to help save lives while restoring to its former glory the World War II-era PBY-5A Catalina seaplane. For every successful blood donation made at a donor center or mobile drive, LifeStream will donate $5 toward the restoration of the PBY-5A at the Palm Springs Air Museum! Use code “9PBY” at registration! For more info or to set your appointment, visit WWW.LSTREAM.ORG/PSAIR or call 800.879.4484. | LifeStream Blood Bank

Welcome to Warbird Wednesday! Today we are taking a step back into an era of military aviation that has gone by the wayside. The PBY-5A Catalina is the largest aircraft in the Palm Springs Air Museum fleet and is under restoration. The design is a result of the US Navy and Consolidated chasing another step in the development of amphibious aircraft. Enjoy the video and as always, thanks for watching! To purchase the puzzle please visit https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/product/coloring-book-wwii-p