EAA CHAPTER 237 AT BLAINE AIRPORT TO HOST

THE “ALUMINUM OVERCAST” JUNE 16TH -18TH!!! Take a trip back in time with a flight aboard EAA's beautifully restored B-17G Flying Fortress Aluminum Overcast, which tours the United States as a living tribute to the "greatest generation" who built and served heroically on these magnificent warbirds. Aluminum Overcast is more than just an airplane. It is a traveling museum and a connection to the past, the "greatest generation" who built and served heroically on these magnificent warbirds. Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard one of the few remaining airworthy B-17s in the world. You won’t want to miss Aluminum Overcast when it visits!

Climb aboard the 65,000-lb. B-17 bomber and step back in time to the World War II era. Feel the might of this magnificent flying machine as it soars through the sky on your mission flight where you’ll discover why it’s called the Flying Fortress. Stand in the footsteps of the bombardier, the navigator, and the waist gunner and relive history by experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly in one of World War II's most vital and magnificent aircraft.

EAA’s Chris Henry will be presenting his “renowned” B-17 presentation on Wednesday evening, June 17th. This is a can’t miss event!

Please visit the attached video link to get an idea of the most memorable flight you’ll ever experience: http://www.eaavideo.org/video.aspx?v=18400770001

Aluminum Overcast proudly carries the colors of the 398th Bomb Group (above left) of World War II, which flew hundreds of missions over Nazi-held territory during the war. Aluminum Overcast commemorates B-17G #42-102516 which was shot down on its 34th combat mission over Le Manior, France, on August 13, 1944. Veterans of the 398th helped finance the bomber's restoration.