Aviation Autographs
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Aviation Autographs
Aviation Autographs SPECIAL RESOURCE SECTION WARBIRD MERCHANDISE and Holiday Gift Ideas! 105 Sky Harbor Way, Griffin, GA 30223 Phone: (770) 233-8880 E-mail: [email protected] www.AviationAutographs.com Aviation Autographs I f you’re looking for warbird and other aviation collectibles, a good first stop is AviationAutographs.com. The online store, created and run by Ed and Connie Bowlin, offers a collection so broad you might think you’ve come across an aviation museum. The Bowlins— accomplished pilots who have logged a combined 50,000-plus hours of flying time—have made available an extensive collection of signed aviation prints, autographed books and other unique items. Amassed over a span of more than two decades, the store’s collection features a broad range of aviation-related items. From DVDs, books and mouse pads to rare lithographs, prints and photos, there’s something for everyone. The items make ideal holiday gifts and are a perfect addition—or beginning of—any aviation buff’s collection. Among the collectibles is an extensive inventory of items with original signatures of some of aviation history’s most famous individuals. Autographs from World War II Triple Ace fighter pilot Col. C. E. “Bud” Anderson, fellow World War II fighter pilot Brigadier General “Tex” Hill, German fighter ace General Günther Rall, World War II fighter and test pilot Bob Hoover, and other aviation legends add priceless value to these unique items. Much of the collection was created by Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Dave McFarland, head of the history department at the Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell Air Force Base. McFarland traveled the world in his quest to personally meet air and space legends who contributed to the advancement of aviation. He founded the annual “Gathering of Eagles,” bringing together the world’s most distinguished aviators. Each year’s event was commemorated by a commissioned print signed by these heroes. AviationAutographs.com is the only source in the world for the 19 prints in the unique series. Other items available through the site also are signed by aviation legends who Ed and Connie know or have known directly or indirectly. Their extensive involvement in the aviation community 36 Missions that Changed the War DVD Sets help the Bowlins ensure the authenticity of items they make available. Each signed item at AviationAutographs.com contains a certificate of authenticity and is 100% guaranteed—something you can rely on with confidence. Popular items on the site include the “Missions That Changed the War” DVD series; autographed books from a number of Medal of Honor recipients; “The Gathering of Eagles” print series, with an average of 20 signatures from aviation’s most famous people; and other autographed profile prints. Among the most unique collectibles is the 1982 “The Gathering of Eagles” print, with the rare signature of Neil Armstrong, and those of George Vaughn, Leigh Wade, James Doolittle, Curtis LeMay, Joe Foss, George Gay, John Mitchell, Chuck Yeager, Gail Halverson, Paul Tibbets, Gabby Gabreski, Michael Novosel, Robin Olds, and William Knight. A one-of-a-kind wooden propeller signed by 64 American Fighter Aces and another signed by 32 members of the Flying Tigers also top the “most unique” list. For many items, quantities are limited. Order early and don’t miss the opportunity to own—or share—a unique piece of aviation history. You’ll find something every aviation enthusiast would like to add to his or her own personal collection. WARBIRD DIGEST #51 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2013