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Historical plane, Bataan, makes successful flight from Valle to Chino, California

Bataan is airborne and headed to her new home. Photos courtesy of Phil Myers at http://militaryaviationjournal.com

Bataan is airborne and headed to her new home. Photos courtesy of Phil Myers at http://militaryaviationjournal.com

VALLE, Ariz. - Bataan, a 1950s era, vintage Lockheed C-121A Constellation, 48-613c/n 2605 plane flew from Planes of Fame Museum in Valle, Arizona to Chino, California Jan. 14.

The plane underwent an overhaul to get it in operational condition before making the hour and a half flight. Bataan will undergo a full restoration at the Chino Planes of Fame Museum. Photos courtesy of Phil Myers at Military Aviation Journal..


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