Classic WWII Bomber Making NJ Stops on “Salute to Veterans” Tour
Event Date
08/12/2012 - 08/15/2012
Event TimeAll Day;
Location
Mercer Airport
approx
Trenton, NJ
A rare and fully-restored B-17 bomber will be making stops in New Jersey during a national “Salute to Veterans” tour to offer flights or tours of the plane.
B-17 Bomber the Aluminum OvercastThe Experimental Aircraft Association’s WWII warplane is one of only 13 still flying. The bomber, named “Aluminum Overcast” will be making stops in Caldwell Aug. 10-12 and at the Mercer Airport in Trenton August 14-15.
Visitors are welcome to come and get an up-close look at the historic warplane and there is no charge for active military members or veterans.
Self-guided tours will be available from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and cost $10 for adults or $20 per family.
Flight experiences are available to members of the public for $449 if booked in advance. Prices go up to $475 if booked at the premises. Call 1-800-359-6217 to book in advance.
The Boeing B-17 “Flying Fortress” bomber was used during WWII and was crewed with a pilot, co-pilot, navigator, bombardier, flight engineer (top turret gunner), radio operator, 2 waist gunners, a tail gunner and a ball turret gunner.
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