ShareThree Tuskegee Airmen, African American veterans of World War II and former combat pilots of the P51 fighter plane recently been portrayed in the Lucas “Red Tails” film, will reunite this Thurs., Feb 9 through Sat., Feb. 11 at Fantasy of Flight. The event features three distinguished Airmen — Leo Gray, 91, Ft. Lauderdale, who [...]
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Feb 8 2012 | Posted in Fantasy of Flight,News
ShareFor two unforgettable days, WWII Prisoners of War will re-open their traumatic pasts and make history books come to life as part of Fantasy of Flight‘s final installation of this year’s Legends & Legacies Symposium Series. “The Great Escape: Heroes Underground” features former WWII POWs willing to share their inspiring stories of courage over catastrophe. [...]
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Oct 11 2011 | Posted in Fantasy of Flight,News
Share Spooky Events Add Treats to Local Food Bank Coffers, as Guests Enjoy $5 Off Regular Admission with Donation of Canned Goods Oct. 1 – Nov. 10 Those accustomed to dealing with concrete, easy-to-prove concepts, such as the mechanics of an aircraft, the physics of flight or the value of a rare vintage plane [...]
ShareExperience high-energy excitement at the fifth annual gathering of classic racing machines at Fantasy of Flight. Thrills from Land, Sea and Air combine with awesome food, entertainment and the world’s greatest aviation attraction for an outing that every member of the family will enjoy. One-day tickets are $23.00 for adults, $12.00 for children. Two-day tickets [...]
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Sep 26 2011 | Posted in Fantasy of Flight,News
ShareSo you have come over to Orlando for two weeks holiday….. You have done all the Mouse and Wizard things…. You have shopped till you dropped and you are a nice red lobster sun burnt colour? What else is there to do? Well you could go over to Fantasy of Flight in Polk City and [...]
ShareFantasy of Flight, Central Florida’s Premier Aviation Attraction, salutes its Florida fans this summer with an affordable staycation adventure with a Buy One/Get One Free offer on adult and children’s general admission. Florida Residents are invited to enjoy the incredible savings July 1 – Sept. 30, 2011. Proof of residency is required. While Fantasy of [...]
ShareOn May 13 and 14, the general public will have a rare and historic opportunity to hear firsthand from some of the few living World War II veterans who participated in the largest military invasion in world history — The Invasion of Normandy, better known as D-Day, June 6, 1944. Just one installment of Fantasy [...]
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Apr 27 2011 | Posted in Fantasy of Flight,News
ShareOn Saturday, April 2, Fantasy of Flight will play host once again to the 14th Annual Mustangs & Mustangs: Legends Havin’ Fun show, the largest single day Mustang automobile show on the East Coast and the only event that showcases both the restored P-51 Mustang aircraft and Ford Mustang autos of all eras, ages and [...]
ShareFantasy of Flight Becomes Fantasy Island This Thursday, March 31 as “Splash-In” Celebrates the Aviation Aquatic Life “Splash-In” at Fantasy of Flight Promises Exciting Day of Competitive Flying, Water Landings and Takeoffs as Part of 37th Annual SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo Back by popular demand for the fourth year in [...]
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Mar 29 2011 | Posted in Fantasy of Flight,News
Share Meet the Heroic Tuskegee Airmen and Stay for Lunch! In honor of Black History Month, Fantasy of Flight proudly presents “The Dared to Fly” on February 10, 11, & 12, 2011, as part of their Legends & Legacies Symposium Series. In addition to this great program, Fantasy of Flight will host an exclusive luncheon [...]
