The FHC (ex P Allen) to reopen …

[Mark Allen M]

https://warbirdsnews.com/warbirds-news/ ... gN9XXMP-m0

[DoraNineFan]

The footnote says open for two years and then the entire collection moves to AR. Perhaps that can be interpreted as Mr. Walton is building a new facility. Someone else stated that it would not reopen until 2024, so I guess we have to wait for the next official press announcement.

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[sandiego89]

In the long run, I think this collection will do well in Arkansas. Well done by Mr. Walton.

I am especially interested in the Me-262 that was so close to flight and the Stuka.

[Mark Allen M]

What I read that was interesting is that there may be some additional aircraft displayed? Wonder if that could mean one or two planes that were in a good amount of restoration when P Allen passed away. Ju 87 and Me 262 come to mind.

Regardless it will be nice to visit again before the official move east.

[RyanShort1]

The footnote says open for two years and then the entire collection moves to AK. Perhaps that can be interpreted as Mr. Walton is building a new facility. Someone else stated that it would not reopen until 2024, so I guess we have to wait for the next official press announcement.

That would be AR not AK... and I guess if it goes to Arkansas, I'll have to carve out time for a trip!

[kalamazookid]

What I read that was interesting is that there may be some additional aircraft displayed? Wonder if that could mean one or two planes that were in a good amount of restoration when P Allen passed away. Ju 87 and Me 262 come to mind.

Regardless it will be nice to visit again before the official move east.

I wonder if some of Mr. Walton's existing aircraft may be displayed alongside the rest of the collection - Super Corsair, 2x P-51s, Spitfire, F8F, etc.

[JohnB]

While on the topic of ex-Allen airframes...
Anyone know the status of the projects which were apparently not part of the same sale?
Specifically, the B-17.

[DoraNineFan]

The footnote says open for two years and then the entire collection moves to AK. Perhaps that can be interpreted as Mr. Walton is building a new facility. Someone else stated that it would not reopen until 2024, so I guess we have to wait for the next official press announcement.

That would be AR not AK... and I guess if it goes to Arkansas, I'll have to carve out time for a trip!

Thanks. Corrected after an extra shot of caffeine.

[quemerford]

Rarely (if ever) mentioned is the FHC F-86A (genuine ex-Korean War veteran), which was under restoration to fly but otherwise is MIA...

[FuryFB11]

Rarely (if ever) mentioned is the FHC F-86A (genuine ex-Korean War veteran), which was under restoration to fly but otherwise is MIA...

That was registered to Echo Matrix LLC. That's what Mr.Walton's personal collection is registered to.

[Thomas_Mac]

May 27th is the set date to re-open
https://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museu ... ekend.html

[Zac Yates]

Fantastic news! I seem to remember mention it would be open until September...has there been any clarification on that? EDIT: I've emailed the museum and will relay any answer.

[bdk]

Did I see somewhere that the Stuka was purchased by someone in Switzerland?

[TAdan]

Did I see somewhere that the Stuka was purchased by someone in Switzerland?

The museum posted a video clip on their Instagram page on 4/12 with the Stuka shown. It shows their mascot Sherman pretending to turn a wrench on the Stuka and says the museum will be opening soon.

[Zac Yates]

Did I see somewhere that the Stuka was purchased by someone in Switzerland?

First I've heard of it, but I've not been online as much in recent days.