Phase 2 of our popular paranormal investigations continues as we dig deeper into the mysterious female spirit "M" in the Officers Club; the new approach in the Carrier Deck with the cluster of Naval carrier-based aircraft; the expansion of the investigation into new areas, especially the Restoration Shop; and the EVP experience within the PBY Catalina.

Reservations are now open for the February 26 and March 5 nightFlight events. 

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Current Aircraft Projects...

What's the latest buzz from the Aircraft Department?

Fantasy of Flight just acquired a gorgeous, very rare P-39 propeller for its Airacobra project. This type aircraft was the first fighter to sport tricycle undercarriage and the first to place the engine behind the pilot. Check out this cool P-39 video that is making the rounds! An inspiring story about the plane and the legacy of those who built them.

For those of you with an eye on the Benoist project (scheduled to fly in 2014 in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the first commercial passenger flight), the Roberts 6X engine has been shipped to Ohio, where Steve Litten of Vintage & Auto Rebuild is duplicating it.

The TP-40 is back in the air again, sporting a new carburetor. (Carburetors seem to be in season: the B-25 is getting two new ones and the Duck is getting a new one too!)

The Machine Shop is rebuilding a classic Curtiss OX5 engine, destined for the Curtiss Robin, which should be flying again very soon. This type aircraft has a very colorful history as a record-setter and as the airplane of choice for "Wrong Way" Corrigan. 

Chef Cory Adds a Spark to the Compass Rose
  

Fantasy of Flight guests are starting to feel the impact of Chef Cory Reynold's talents on the daily fare served at the Compass Rose Diner. New items are being featured as daily specials, including healthful options and brand new soups.

Keep an eye out for a fresh menu that preserves diner faves while adding some new items as well! 

Kermit is a Cookin' Man Too

Pots and pans are rattling at all hours in Fantasy of Flight's kitchen as owner Kermit Weeks and Chef Cory collaborate to devise a wonderful surprise for the Lakeland Regional Medical Center Foundation fundraiser "Cookin' Men 2011."

All we know is that Kermit and Corry's unique dish involves rum and cake... and more rum! And it smells delicious.

Upcoming Events 

Breaking All Barriers: The Amazing Women of World War II (Part of Legends & Legacies Symposium Series)

March 4-5