Houston, TX – As the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a pivotal event in World War II history, Million Air is proud to announce the completion of a special restoration project. The Million Air aircraft maintenance team, headquartered in Houston, has meticulously restored a historic Douglas A-26 Invader bomber aircraft. This twin-engine light bomber, which played a crucial role during the later stages of World War II and in the post-war years, has been brought back to its former glory.
The Million Air CEO, Roger Woolsey, along with several members of the Million Air Maintenance team, undertook the ambitious task of flying the restored bomber transatlantic to Normandy for the anniversary celebrations. The journey, which took approximately 80 hours of airtime, started from Houston and included stops in Greenland, Iceland, and Scotland before finally landing in Normandy.
Thousands of people descended on Normandy's French coast to honor the soldiers, sailors, and airmen who participated in D-Day, Operation Overlord, and the Battle of Normandy on June 6, 1944. The Douglas A-26C "Invader," now named "Million Airess," was originally manufactured by Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach, CA, in November 1944. It served with distinction in Europe with the 9th Air Force during the Battle of the Bulge and later saw action during the Korean War with the 3rd Bomb Wing, Far East Air Forces, Kunsan Airforce Base, Korea.
The Million Air maintenance team dedicated countless hours to restoring the bomber, ensuring it was airworthy and ready for its historic journey. This project is a testament to Million Air's commitment to preserving aviation history and honoring the legacy of those who served.
"Million Air is proud to pay homage to the history of this remarkable aircraft and the brave individuals who flew it," said Roger Woolsey CEO of Million Air. "As a privately held, family-operated FBO network, we live and breathe aviation. The restoration of 'Million Airess' is a reflection of our dedication to excellence and our deep respect for aviation history."
Million Air invites the public to join in celebrating those who flew this aircraft by reaching out to [email protected]. We want to hear your stories!
About Million Air
Million Air is an award-winning network of luxury executive FBO terminals, spanning three continents. With 40 years in the industry, Million Air has been named Best Large FBO Chain for the past thirteen years, delivering genuine care and exceptional service to aircraft owners, pilots and their distinguished guests. Million Air prides itself on being aviators, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and creating a memorable experience for every customer. The company’s commitment to excellence drives its leaders to continuously enhance the facilities, services, and team, ensuring Million Air remains at the forefront of the aviation industry. For more information about Million Air, please visit www.millionair.com.