If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to fly in a vintage World War II airplane, here’s your chance to find out.
The Commemorative Air Force arrives in Kennesaw this weekend for a three-day barnstorming tour and living history flight experience. The aircraft include the iconic CAF B-17 Flying Fortress Texas Raiders, one of only three remaining that are actively flying in the U.S. today.
Additional aircraft at this weekend’s event include the T6 Texan advanced trainer which was used to train thousands of U.S. airmen for combat. The plane also served as a Navy transport and is large enough for the whole family to enjoy a World War II aviation experience together.
The aircraft will be open to the public for tours and flights beginning at 1 p.m. Friday, June 3, and continuing Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“All three attending aircraft are noteworthy for their restored condition, historic importance, and their roles with the Commemorative Air Force as vehicles for public education and use as flying museums,” says Chris Madrid of CAF.
The flights will take off from Cobb County International Airport’s Superior Flight School located at 1800 Airport Road Northwest in Kennesaw.
The Commemorative Air Force is a national organization made up of over 11,00 members in 65 units, maintaining a fleet of 70 historic aircraft.
For more information visit www.B17TexasRaiders.org or find them on Facebook @B-17 Texas Raiders
