What do you get when you mix Cold War espionage, an 80-year-old warbird, and a pilot crazy enough to hijack his own airplane to escape communism? In this video, I fly Mira Slovak’s original Bücker Jungmann, a legendary German-designed WWII-era biplane with an unbelievable backstory. From Cold War defection to aerobatic stunts, this flight is packed with cinematic footage, vintage aircraft vibes, and a slice of aviation history you’ve probably never heard. Miroslav “Mira” Slovak was a Czech Airlines pilot who hijacked his own plane in 1953 to flee the Soviet regime, eventually becoming a U.S. citizen, air race champion, and aerobatic pilot. His story is straight out of a movie—and now, his historic airplane lives on. We took this 1930s warbird to the skies for a day of vintage aerobatics, tailwheel flying, and breathtaking air-to-air shots. Whether you’re into vintage planes, Cold War history, general aviation, or just love epic flying footage, this one’s for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more aviation adventures, skydiving content, and insane flying stories! #Aviation #VintageAircraft #BückerJungmann #WWIIPlanes #Aerobatics #PilotLife #ColdWarHistory #MiraSlovak #Tailwheel #FlyingStories #SkyAdventure #AirToAir #EscapeFromCommunism #WarbirdWednesday #GeneralAviation #PlaneSpotting #BushFlying #AviationHistory #FlyingFootage #HistoricAircraft

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With all romantic mood generators activated you are now ready to set sail for a fantastic Valentine’s Day cruise...

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A quick view of a cat enclosure I built for a friend.

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Have you heard of Hanifaru Bay? In a very specific period of time, during the month of August, reef manta rays and whale sharks are concentrated to feed on the plankton that carries currents there. Do not miss our Manta Expedition from 9 to 17 August. We still have availability. info@blueforcefleet.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Has oído hablar de la bahía de Hanifaru? En un periodo muy concreto de tiempo, durante el mes de Agosto, se concentran mantas de arrecife y tiburones ballena para alimentarse del plankton que llevan allí las corrientes. No te pierdas nuestra Manta Expedition del 9 al 17 de Agosto. Todavía tenemos plazas disponibles. info@blueforcefleet.com

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Incredibly rare to come to market, this Cooper Prowler with a turbocharged diesel inboard with low hours is a “must see” if you are looking for a fast, economical cruiser for exploring the Gulf Islands, San Juans and beyond! Meticulously maintained and showing in as-new condition, this vessel has a ton to offer. With gleaming gelcoat and brand new custom canvas (including a full aft deck enclosure!), the interior is beautifully finished in teak with large windows that provides tons of natural light and excellent visibility for the interior helm station for off-season cruising. Espar heating, pressurized hot and cold water, Norcold refrigeration, Hillerange stove and oven, 8′ RIB on davits and best of all, moorage at our Westport Marina location in Sidney. Please contact our Sales Office at 250-656-5832 to schedule a showing.

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