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2025 Leeward Air Ranch Warbird Round-Up
The latest adventure takes us to Central Florida at the legendary Leeward Air Ranch!
A little over a month ago, I had the privilege of attending the second annual Warbird Round-Up at the Leeward Air Ranch in Central Florida. This invite-only event was particularly exciting for me, as Leeward Air Ranch is a private airport boasting a well-kept 6,247-foot grass runway. There’s just something special about watching warbirds take off and land on the very surfaces they were designed for back around the Second World War.
The excitement was amplified by the fact that, much like Texas, Florida is home to a wealth of warbirds. I was looking forward to seeing some rare aircraft in attendance, and I wasn’t disappointed. Among the rarities that graced the event were the tip-tanked Cavalier Mustang and the slow-flying Convair L-13. While the airplanes were certainly a highlight, what truly made the event memorable were the people. From the organizers to fellow attendees, it was wonderful to reconnect with old friends and make new ones, brought together by our shared passion for aviation.
As you’ll see in the accompanying photos, I was fortunate enough to partake in some air-to-air photoshoots involving some truly special aircraft. A huge thank you to those who put on this incredible event. Enjoy!
February 28 - March 2, 2025 - Leeward Air Ranch (Ocala, Florida)
