Originally Posted by
PrivtPilotRadarTech
I love seeing (and hearing!) War Birds, but every one that is destroyed robs future generations. That responsibility should be factored into airshow displays. If you're flying a Pitts Special, have at it, but if it's an irreplaceable Hunter, Hurricane, or A-26...
I totally disagree
An iconic aircraft in a museum is like a priceless painting kept in the dark.
Fly it like it was designed to be flown so it can be enjoyed.
Better to burn out than to fade away.