PT-728 Thomcat

04/10/2026

The Liberty Aviation Museum is deeply saddened to report the passing of PT 728 volunteer Ron Kolling after a short battle with cancer.
Ron worked tirelessly on the project for the past ten years bringing his many talents and skill to the project. Ron’s contributions are evident in nearly every phase of the project including the keel, gunwales, chines, bulkheads and most recently the engine stringers.
Ron’s upbeat attitude and patience made him a favorite among museum staff and fellow volunteers. His presence will be deeply missed both for his skills and friendship. His craftsmanship will live on in PT 728 for many years to come.

12/18/2025

Volunteers Don and Jim discuss creation of battery boxes and the engine room hatch for PT-728 Thomcat.

12/10/2025

11/20/2025

Welcome to our first in a series of updates about the current status of PT-728. In this installment, volunteer Don Herman talks about building the second bulkhead from the bow. We will be adding additional videos focusing on other segments of the project in the coming weeks.

11/08/2025

Starting today at the Liberty Aviation Museum on November 8th-11th, 2025, as we commemorate Veterans Day for 4 days! As a token of appreciation, we are honored to offer four days of complimentary admission to Veterans, Active Military personnel, and their immediate families. The Liberty Aviation Museum is open from 9am-5pm on November 8th and 9th, and from 10am-4pm on November 10th and 11th. Additionally, all visitors can enjoy a 20% discount in our Liberty Aviation Museum PX Gift Shop, making it an ideal opportunity to get a head start on your holiday shopping.

10/31/2025

Check out Kermit Weeks' "Kermie Cam" to get some views of the PT-728 Thomcat at the beginning of the video during his visit to the Liberty Aviation Museum. (FYI: The video is around 50 mins long if you'd like to check it out!)

OK, Gang, when I was up visiting my Ford 4-AT Trimotor restoration recently, I stopped by to check out the Liberty Aviation Museum in Port Clinton, Ohio, whe...

10/02/2025

To our valued guests, please note that the Liberty Aviation Museum a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, operates independently of government funding and is not impacted by the current government shutdown. We rely on the generosity of our patrons through admissions, donations, gift shop sales, Ford Tri-Motor ticket sales, memberships, special events, and proceeds from the Tin Goose Diner to sustain our operations in preserving history for future generations. We extend our gratitude to all our guests for their continued support. The Liberty Aviation Museum & Liberty Aviation Museum PX Gift Shop are open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm and Saturday & Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm. The Tin Goose Diner operates Monday-Thursday from 8:00am-3:00pm and Friday-Saturday-Sunday from 7:30am-3:00pm. For our schedule of events, please visit www.libertyaviationmuseum.org or call us at 419-732-0234 with any inquiries.

To our valued guests, please note that the Liberty Aviation Museum, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, operates independently of government funding and is not impacted by the current government shutdown. We rely on the generosity of our patrons through admissions, donations, gift shop sales, Ford Tri-Motor ticket sales, memberships, special events, and proceeds from the Tin Goose Diner to sustain our operations in preserving history for future generations. We extend our gratitude to all our guests for their continued support. The Liberty Aviation Museum & Liberty Aviation Museum PX Gift Shop are open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm and Saturday & Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm. The Tin Goose Diner operates Monday-Thursday from 8:00am-3:00pm and Friday-Saturday-Sunday from 7:30am-3:00pm. For our schedule of events, please visit www.libertyaviationmuseum.org or call us at 419-732-0234 with any inquiries.

09/23/2025

Today was a day away from the boat shop for an outing to Put-in-Bay. Our dedicated PT boat volunteers took a ride on the museum’s Ford Trimotor and had a nice lunch together.
A great day enjoyed with some of the best volunteers anywhere!

05/22/2025

Sharing hours for the Tin Goose Diner at the Liberty Aviation Museum on the field of the Erie-Ottawa International Airport - KPCW! The Tin Tin Goose Diner, Liberty Aviation Museum, & Liberty Aviation Museum PX Gift Shop are OPEN 7 Days! OPEN Memorial Day, 4th of July, & Labor Day!! Please take note that the Tin Goose Diner hours are different from the museum. Questions? Call the museum at 419-732-0234 or message us!

The Tin Goose Diner is OPEN 7 days! Monday-Thursday: 8am-3pm, Friday-Sunday: 7:30am-3pm! Start your day with us! Fly-in, drive-in, or call-in an order! 419-732-0236

The Liberty Aviation Museum & Liberty Aviation Museum PX Gift Shop is also open 7 days! The museum and gift shop hours are: Monday-Friday:10am-4pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9am-5pm! We are open Memorial Day, 4th of July, & Labor Day! Museum phone: 419-732-0234

05/08/2025

The Liberty Aviation Museum and Tin Goose Diner will be closed Wednesday May 14 for water line replacement. The museum and diner will reopen for normal business hours on Thursday May 15.

01/30/2025

A major milestone took place today as the 24’ long port and starboard outboard engine stringers were moved into Liberty Aviation Museum's WWII PT-728 Thomcat this afternoon. Thanks to careful planning and measuring the stringers fit into place without any major difficulties. The lower edge of the stringer is notched to accept the bottom frames and only very minor adjustments will need to be made for finalize the installation.
Pictured are the team that helped position the frame today, though several additional volunteers were involved in fabricating the stringers.
The stringers have been ready for some time, but the harshest January in years delayed installation.
Very proud of the work being done on PT-728 and our crew that’s bringing PT-728 closer and closer to completion.