Enjoy 3 Hours of B-25 Mitchell Engine Sounds featuring the legendary CHAMPAIGN GAL. Whether you're looking to relax, focus, or simply appreciate the power of vintage aviation, this video provides the perfect ambiance with continuous engine idling from this iconic WWII bomber.

The plane didn't actually idle on the runway for 3 hours.  This is a seamless loop from a few minutes of it idling before it took off.

About CHAMPAIGN GAL:

The North American B-25 Mitchell is a storied American twin-engine medium bomber, manufactured by North American Aviation. It served valiantly in every theater of World War II and continued its legacy across four decades with various air forces worldwide.

Historical Highlights:

Built: 1944

Designation: B-25J

Registration: N744CG

Serial Number: 44-28866

Markings: WWII Camouflage

Service History:

United States Army Air Force: Served for 13 years as a navigational trainer, transport, and personnel carrier.

Davis-Monthan Air Force Base (1957-1959): Stored in the famous "airplane boneyard."

Private Ownership: Purchased for wildfire fighting in Canada and the USA, serving as an airtanker until the late 1980s.

Restoration: Restored to original wartime specifications in the late 1980s.

Champaign Aviation Museum (2008-Present): Meticulously maintained and regularly flown to airshows, events, warbird ride experiences, and flyovers.

Recorded At: Lake Cumberland Airshow

Date: September 21, 2024

Location: Somerset, Kentucky

Event Highlights: One of the area's most successful community events, attracting thousands of aviation enthusiasts and families alike. The 2024 Lake Cumberland Air Show promises an unforgettable experience with the return of CHAMPAIGN GAL soaring over Somerset & Pulaski-County.