Starting at noon until 2 p.m., free airplane rides for young people
ages 8-17 will be given through the Young Eagles program. Youngsters
must be accompanied by an adult to sign a permission slip.From 2
to 4 p.m. there will be World War II news briefs, re-enactments,
ceremonies, recognition and remembrance by, with and for veterans.
The Railsplitter Antique Auto Club cars begin rolling in about 3
p.m.
Other activities will include World War II and remote-controlled
aircraft, special guests, surprise performances and musical
entertainment. These events are free to watch.
From 4 to 6 p.m. there will be a fly-in and drive-in barbecue.
Watch planes come in, join the chow line, sit in the mess tent and
eat side-by-side with war heroes, pilots, friends and neighbors. The
cost is $5 for a barbecued pork sandwich, chips and drink.
From 6 to 9 p.m. there will be a USO-style hangar dance with the
best music of the '40s and '50s for your listening and dancing
pleasure by the fabulous Jim Markum Swing Band
Other activities all day will be open to all at no charge:
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Open house and
tours of the Heritage In Flight Museum
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wide variety of vintage aircraft and vehicles
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Special displays
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Food and refreshments available for
purchase all day
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The Heritage In Flight Museum and hangar are at the Logan County
Airport, 1351 Airport Road, Lincoln. For more information, call
217-732-7443 or 217-828-0650
Rain date for the Young Eagles event only: Saturday, June 18, 9
a.m. to noon. All other events rain or shine.
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