A typical rebuild shop. Great American Aircraft Maintenance, in Torrance, California, USA

If you've watched and listened in fascination as a magnificent old airplane flew by, you have more than just the pilot or owner to thank. There are usually many behind-the-scenes people who labored to restore the airplane to flying condition, and many more who make sure that the airplane remains safely airworthy.

Here are some resources for those important and special people who acquire, restore, repair, build, overhaul and maintain warbirds.