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Philippine Mars Completes Final Flight, Heads to Museum

2/10/2025

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The Philippine Mars, a legendary waterbomber, triumphantly completed its last flight from Sproat Lake to San Francisco on February 9, 2025, conquering engine challenges along the way. Its journey continues to San Diego before it finds a permanent home at the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, Arizona, celebrating its storied legacy.

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The Philippine Mars, a legendary waterbomber, triumphantly completed its last flight from Sproat Lake to San Francisco on February 9, 2025, conquering engine challenges along the way. Its journey continues to San Diego before it finds a permanent home at the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, Arizona, celebrating its storied legacy.