June 30, 2025
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Remote-controlled aircraft to highlight ace pilot prowess

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This remote-controlled model pays tribute to the P-47 Thunderbolt of World War II, one of the legendary planes of the era.

This remote-controlled model pays tribute to the P-47 Thunderbolt of World War II, one of the legendary planes of the era. (Photo provided by Fox Valley Aero Club)

The ninth annual Fox Valley Aero Club Windy City Warbirds & Classics Event and Air Show flies into view through Saturday, June 18. The theme is “Aircraft of Aces” from World War II. The pilots of giant-scale, remote-controlled warbird aircraft demonstrate their combat aviation flight skills. Aircraft can have wingspans of 6 to 15 feet or more.

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