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Step back in time with the majestic flight of the PBY Catalina “Princess of the Stars” at the 2024 Seafair Weekend Festival Boeing Air Show in Seattle. One of the most iconic flying boats of World War II, this beautifully restored warbird showcases the grace and legacy of maritime patrol aviation.

Operated by Erickson Aircraft Collection, the “Princess of the Stars” is a lovingly preserved example of the aircraft that rescued downed pilots, hunted enemy submarines, and flew long-range reconnaissance missions across the globe.

📍 Seafair Weekend Festival
📅 August 2–4, 2024
✈️ Presented by Boeing
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✈️ About the Aircraft
The Consolidated PBY Catalina is a twin-engine amphibious patrol bomber used extensively by Allied forces during World War II. Known for its long endurance and versatility, the PBY flew missions ranging from submarine hunting to search and rescue. The aircraft earned a legendary reputation for saving thousands of lives and patrolling vast stretches of ocean.

“Princess of the Stars” is a meticulously restored PBY-5A operated by Erickson Aircraft Collection, painted in her striking silver and blue livery. With her unique design, retractable floats, and high wing, this flying boat remains a favorite among aviation fans and historians alike.

🔗 Relevant Links
🔗 Erickson Aircraft Collection: https://www.ericksoncollection.com
🔗 PBY Catalina History (Smithsonian): https://airandspace.si.edu/collection...
🔗 Warbird Profile – Catalina: https://www.warbirdsresourcegroup.org...
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🌊 About Seafair
Seafair is Seattle’s premier summer tradition, blending family fun, iconic hydroplane races, and the Boeing Air Show over Lake Washington. Drawing massive crowds each August, Seafair celebrates aviation history and innovation with military and civilian performers from across the country.

📺 LiveAirShowTV is proud to cover Seafair again in 2025, continuing its legacy of showcasing the best of aviation—from WWII legends to modern jet teams.

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