NC 17334 was located in Virginia, and purchased by the Flagship Detroit Foundation in August of 2004. The Foundation goal is to continue to operate and maintain this aircraft as a flying tribute to all of American Airlines employees, past and present. By displaying the historic aircraft at various airshows throughout the country. we hope to foster a continuing awareness of the significance of this era of American aviation. We invite all interested parties, especially American Airlines alumni to share this beautiful aircraft with us and with the next generations of young aviators