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Wings of Freedom Tour 2016 - Valparaiso, IN

Wed Jan 20, 2016 6:16 pm

Who: The Collings Foundation, a 501c3 Non-Profit Educational Foundation based in Stow, MA. http://www.cfdn.org/

What: The Wings of Freedom Tour featuring the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Consolidated B-24 Liberator, North American B-25 Mitchell and North American P-51 Mustang, four of America’s most famous WWII aircraft.

When: August 5-7. 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM August 5; 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM August 6; and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM August 7.

Where: Porter County Regional Airport, 4207 Murvihill Road, Valparaiso, IN.

Why: To honor the veterans of WWII, to educate the nation about the history and impact WWII had on our country, and to assure that the memory of those who gave their life for their country will never be forgotten.

How: All three aircraft are available for walkthrough tours for $12 for Adults and $6 for Children 12 and under. WWII Veterans are admitted for free. Flights are available aboard the aircraft for a tax-deductible donation. B-17 and B-24 flights are $450 per person. Flights on the B-25 are $400. Bomber rides are 30 minutes in duration. "Stick-time" aboard the P-51 is $2200 for 30-minutes and $3200 for 1-hour. Pilot’s license not required. For more information or to schedule a ride call 800-568-8924.

Other activities will include Food & Beverages from EAA Chapter 104, a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, an Honor Flight Chicago display, and more.
Last edited by warbirdguy on Sat Feb 13, 2016 5:21 pm, edited 1 time in total.

Re: Wings of Freedom Tour 2016 - Valparaiso, IN

Sat Apr 16, 2016 6:56 pm

EAA Chapter 104 will be hosting a Fly-in/ Drive-in Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, August 6th from 7am to 11am. All you can eat pancakes, sausage, and juice is $6 per person. Children under 5 eat for free. They will also be serving hot dogs, hamburgers, brats chips, and drinks Friday-Sunday as well.

Re: Wings of Freedom Tour 2016 - Valparaiso, IN

Wed Aug 03, 2016 7:05 pm

The TF-51D Mustang "Toulouse Nuts" will be making its national tour debut in Valparaiso!
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