In 2002 it changed its name to Commemorative Air Force after a vote of the membership. Many felt the name Confederate Air Force was confusing, did not accurately reflect the purpose of the organization, and was detrimental to fund raising efforts.
This name change was deemed by some fans to be a move of political correctness. The reason for the name change as stated by the organization was "Because the word "Confederate" is offensive to some."
No more Confederate Air Force, but there is in existence a Yankee Air Force.
Perhaps they should change their name because if history is accurate there where no yankee planes in the air during the civil war and because the word "yankee" is offensive to some.
I always thought the name ‘Confederate Air Force’ was pretty cool.