The Liberty Foundation has just announced that the B-17 “The Movie” Memphis Belle will be coming to Florida. First stops are Jacksonville (Cecil Field), Nov 3 and 4 and Tampa (Tampa Exec) , Nov 10 and 11. Rides are available.

The Liberty Foundation has just announced that the B-17 “The Movie” Memphis Belle will be coming to Florida. First stops are Jacksonville (Cecil Field), Nov 3 and 4 and Tampa (Tampa Exec) , Nov 10 and 11. Rides are available.

The Fantasy of Flight has recently attached the wings to the Stinson L-1 and this restoration is in it final steps. Hopefully a return to the air will happen soon.
According to wikipedia, “The Stinson Vigilant was used in diverse roles such as towing training gliders, artillery spotting, liaison, emergency rescue, transporting supplies and special espionage flights.”

The VAC’s C-47 “Tico Belle” is undergoing final tests to hopefully be airborne again soon. This C-47 is a veteran of the Second World War.

The Colling’s Foundation has acquired a F6F-3 Hellcat and the restoration to flying status will occur at American Aero.

The Valiant Air Command is having an Open House on 10 & 11 November, in conjunction with the Veteran’s Day Weekend. All Military, Active or Retire and all Florida Residents, with proper ID will be admitted free. Flybys, static displays and a car show will occur during the weekend.
