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LIVE History with
The Tuskegee Airmen

Mark your calendars for February 27 and 28, when Fantasy of Flight kicks off "Living History," a series of once-in-a-lifetime encounters with real heroes of aviation-starting with three original members of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen: Leo R. Gray, Hiram Mann, and Eldridge F. Williams. While enduring enemy bullets abroad and racism at home, these legendary aviators broke the barrier of segregation to become the first black combat air squadron in U.S. military history. Their astonishing battle record has rarely been equaled, and their profound contribution has earned them the admiration of the nation as a whole.

Fantasy of Flight is thrilled to present a multi-media immersion into the captivating adventures of the Tuskegee Airmen, featuring video, exhibits, aircraft, and-most importantly-symposiums with the heroes themselves, telling stories of their daring adventures and the powerful lessons of their lives. You'll be bragging for years to come because YOU WERE THERE. Go to http://www.fantasyofflight.com/livinghistory/ to take your first step into Living History.

Next month, on March 27 and 28, "Living History" welcomes WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots) in "A Passionate Pursuit," featuring appearances by three members... Watch this space for more!

They Dared To Fly

Open Cockpit Days

Starting February 27 & 28, Fantasy of Flight revives the wildly popular and utterly unique tradition of rolling out a couple classic airplanes-true winged beauties-from the collection and encouraging guests to climb into the cockpit. That's right: we completely drop the rope and hoist you right into the pilot's seat!

Get the full 3-D feel of what the pilots experienced when they crawled into these gorgeous beasts. Preserve the experience in a photograph. Just imagine mailing out next year's holiday card...featuring YOU in a Mustang or a P-40!

The "open cockpit" experience requires an extra fee from non-annual pass holders. Sound like the ideal time to renew the annual pass? See the next item for even more encouragement...

New Enhanced Annual Pass

Annual pass holders, it's time to celebrate! Since year-round loyalty deserves a reward (and we can't just hand over the keys to the hangars), Fantasy of Flight is adding tremendous value to your Annual Pass, including the following benefits:

  • Year-round admission to Fantasy of Flight plus admission to our annual events, such as Splash-In, Roar 'n' Soar, and Mustangs and Mustangs, etc.
  • Discounted hot air balloon flights
  • Free birthday lunch at the Compass Rose Diner
  • Exclusive specials in the Gift Shop and Compass Rose Diner
  • And-perhaps most exciting-first access to "Open Cockpit Days" at no additional charge! (See feature above for details.)

If you don't have an Annual Pass already, drop by the gift shop at Fantasy of Flight to get one today. Only $69.95. A fair price to earn your wings!

 

The Voice of Fantasy of Flight

Revealed: The Voice of Fantasy of Flight

Have you noticed the graceful and encouraging voice that answers when you call Fantasy of Flight? Insiders know that the unofficial "Director of First Impressions" is more than just silky tones over the phone. She is the nerve center of the operation: Linda Snell, the cool-as-a-cucumber voice of Fantasy of Flight.

Asked what question Linda receives the most, she responds without hesitation: "What is Fantasy of Flight?" An attraction, an adventure, an event, a museum, a metaphor, a hangar, a restoration facility? With nine years commanding the switchboard, she has crafted the ultimate answer-a spiel almost as captivating as the place itself. And every time she is asked, it's like the first time... because she knows it is the first time for the person on the other side of the line. Thanks, Linda, for being a terrific model for Fantasy of Flight's mission-To Light the Spark Within.

 

National Geographic Celebrates Lindbergh's Legend Using Fantasy of Flight Aircraft

No modern celebrity has ever captured America's heart as soundly as Charles Lindbergh did in 1927, when he flew his legendary plane, The Spirit of St. Louis, solo across the Atlantic. The legendary feat set the world on its ear and continues to inspire celebration, including an upcoming television biography to be produced by National Geographic. Eager to represent the wonders of The Spirit of St. Louis as accurately as possible, National Geographic producers sought out Fantasy of Flight's renowned replica of the famous monoplane to honor the achievements of Lindbergh and his journey. Lindbergh's determination to push boundaries and cross into unknown territories continues to inspire the world, and we are proud to be a part of it!

National Geographic Celebrates Lindbergh's Legend Using Fantasy of Flight Aircraft

 

Secrets from the Maintenance Hangar

Just imagine how well your car would run if, once a year, you took it completely apart and had an expert look at each component-fix everything that needed fixing and replaced every part on a regular basis. It could run... well... forever. That's a big part of what goes on in the Maintenance Hangar. Once a year, every flying airplane in the Fantasy of Flight collection gets the ULTIMATE SPA TREATMENT-a nose to tail inspection and a full body massage. Or the aviation equivalent: a full review of both airframe and powerplant to determine the continuation of "airworthiness." The Annual Inspection is not just a good idea. It's the law as defined by the Federal Aviation Administration. And it lets us all sleep well at night too, knowing our priceless antiques run as well as the day they first rolled down the runway.

Annual Inspection


Fantasy of Flight
1400 Broadway Blvd SE
Polk City, FL 33868
863.984.3500

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