History Comes Crashing Down

Excavators using a thumb to bite into solid pieces of the hangar. Tearing the building down was quick compared to the cleanup of the site which is still ongoing. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Tabitha Spinks)

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History Comes Crashing Down

Once the headquarters for the 403rd Wing, Hangar 5 was condemned after damages caused by Katrina. It was removed in preparation for construction of a new Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Facility. "Though this building has been around for a long time and has a lot of memories, the new facility will be more efficient," said Ronnie White, a supervisor for Whitesell Green. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Tabitha Spinks)

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History Comes Crashing Down

Like a T-Rex, an excavator waits poised to chomp into Hangar 5. The old building was torn down to make way for a state-of-the-art maintenance facility scheduled for ground-breaking in June. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Tabitha Spinks)

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History Comes Crashing Down

Sparks fly as workmen from Whitesell Green Inc. General Contractors use torches to break down large girders that made up the roof of Hangar 5. The historic building was demolished beginning in April. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Tabitha Spinks)

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History Comes Crashing Down

Published June 7, 2007