Nashua, NH FLYS - WWII Bombers & Free Flight for Young Eagles

This weekend there are two extraordinary events at Biore Field in Nashua, New Hampshire.  The opportunity to view the Wings of Freedom "living history" planes and the Experimental Aircraft Association free flights and learning experience

     The Collings Foundation's Wings of Freedom 110-city nationwide tour will be visiting Nashua, New Hampshire at Biore Field on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 - 5:00 on Monday 9:00 to noon. (Sept. 25-27). 

             You can view two WWII heavy bombers, a Boeing B-17 Flying fortress which is known as "nine O Nine",  a WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator "Witchcraft and a P-51 Mustang fighter "Betty Jane".

            The B-17 is one of only 9 in flying condition in the United States. You will not want to miss this rare opportunity to see both the B-24J and Dual Control P-51C Mustang which are the sole remaining examples of their type still flying in the World.    

            Visitors are invited to explore the aircraft inside and out.  The  Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12 ~ and you get access to up-close viewing and tours through the inside of the aircraft.

            You may also experience the opportunity to take a 30-minute flight aboard these aircraft. Flights on the B-17 or B-24 are $425 per person.   They are scheduled before and after the ground tour time.

            Pilots can get some rare "stick time"  on the P-51 fighter.  Cost:  $2,200 for a half hour and $3,200 for a full hour. For reservations and information on flight experience call 800-568-8924

     The Collings Foundation is a non-profit educational foundation devoted to organizing "living history" events that allow people to learn about history through direct participation.

             The WINGS OF FREEDOM TOUR is in its 21^st year.  It is a flying "tribute to the flight crews who flew them, the ground crews who maintained them, the workers who built them, the soldiers, sailors and airmen they helped protect and the citizens and families that share the freedom that they helped preserve."

   The B-17 & B-24 were the backbone of the American effort during the war from 1942 to 1945.  These aircraft were famous for their ability to sustain damage and still accomplish the mission. Despite the risks of anti-aircraft fire, attacking enemy fighters, and the sub-zero temperatures, many B-17s and B-24s brought their crews home.

            The P-51 Mustang was affectionately known as the bombers "Little Friend" because it saved countless crews from attacking axis fighters.

             Unfortunately, many aircraft were scrapped for their raw aluminum after the war.

             The Collings Foundation encourages local veterans and their families to visit and share their stories with the public.

             In addition to the Wings of Freedom Tour, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) http://www.eaa.org Chapter 35 will conduct a YOUNG EAGLES FLIGHT RALLY on September 25 at Boire Field.

             FREE airplane rides will be offered to children ages 8-17.  They will learn how airplanes work and how pilots insure the safety of the passengers.

        Each Child will receive a certificate and a Learn To Fly hand book which will make each child a "YOUNG EAGLE".

        Kids can enjoy a ride in the flight simulator at Nashua Flight Simulator.  There also will be status displays of airplanes (War Birds, Home built, Aerobatic, antique and modern planes, unique cars and other aviation items).

   Food will be available from the Midfield café outside.

      To register your child's flight, go to Infinity Aviation at 117 Perimeter Road beginning at 10:00.  Registration will close at 3:00.  (Rain date 9/26).

 New Hampshire was chosen as the Most Livable State in America! The Safest State in America, 2010. and the Fifth Healthiest State in America!  

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