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The veteran Second World War aircraft did a couple of passes over Peach City around 11:30 a.m. before dropping into the Penticton Regional Airport for a week-long stay.

This is the third time one of the Arizona-based birds have landed at Penticton on a visit organized by the Penticton Flying Club as part of its community outreach program.

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The warbird is at the airport until July 2 and is available for tours throughout that time and paid flights are still available which will be on the upcoming weekend.