Tuskegee Airmen to appear at Fantasy of Flight during Black History Month
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
If you are visiting Central Florida in February, be sure to put a visit to Fantasy of Flight on your calendar.
Four of the original Tuskegee Airmen will share their stories Feb. 18, 19 and 20 at the aviation attraction in Polk City.
Fantasy of Flight has a permanent multimedia exhibit about these brave men and the plane they flew, the P-51C Mustang.
About 15 years ago, I discovered that a neighbor of mine had been a Tuskegee Airman. I subsequently had the great privilege of hearing about many of his experiences in fighting for all U.S. citizens, at a time when he was not even afforded the rights of many of the people he was defending.
I strongly encourage you to bring your families out to meet these brave men and hear their stories. It is important that this history not be forgotten. I intend to be there with my child.
The Tuskegee Airmen will appear in an open forum and Q&A sessions at Fantasy of Flight. The event is free with admission, which is $28.95 for adults and $14.95 for youth ages 6-15. Kids 5 and under are free.
Fantasy of Flight has an amazing collection of vintage aircraft, interactive exhibits about great moments in aviation and daily aerial demonstrations. It’s worth the short drive from the Orlando or Disney area to spend a day here.
Fantasy of Flight is located off Interstate 4, between Orlando and Lakeland. The aviation attraction is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
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