Who: The Collings Foundation, a 501c3 Non-Profit Educational Foundation based in Stow, MA. http://www.cfdn.org/

What: The Wings of Freedom Tour featuring the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Consolidated B-24 Liberator, North American B-25 Mitchell, and North American P-51 Mustang, four of America’s most famous WWII bomber and fighter aircraft.

When: August 3-5. 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM August 3; 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM August 4; and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM August 5. All times are CDT.

Where: Porter County Regional Airport, 4207 Murvihill Road, Valparaiso, IN.

Why: To honor the veterans of WWII, to educate the nation about the history and impact WWII had on our country, and to assure that the memory of those who gave their life for their country will never be forgotten.

How: All four aircraft are available for walk-through tours and up-close viewing for $15 for Adults, $5 for Children 12 and under and Free for WWII Veterans. Flights are available aboard the aircraft for a tax-deductible donation. B-17 and B-24 flights are $450 per person. B-25 flights are $400 per person. B-17, B-24 and B-25 flights are a half-hour in duration. "Stick-time" aboard the P-51 are $2200 for a half-hour and $3200 for a full-hour. Pilot’s license not required. For more information or to schedule a ride call 800-568-8924.

Other activities will include Food & Beverages, WWII Re-enactors, WWII-era automobiles, Honor Flight Chicago, and more. EAA 104 will be hosting an all-you-can-eat fly-in/ drive-in Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, August 4 from 7am to 11am.

Please follow signage to designated parking area. We hope to see you there!