Tribute to Tuskegee Airmen a Must See July 14 and 16
Minneapolis, Minn. – June 20, 2016 – What happens when the Air Force, Air National Guard, the National Park Service, Golden Eagle Aviation, the Legacy Flight Academy and the CAF Red Tail Squadron get together? Two days of FREE family-friendly events for all ages that will honor the 75th anniversary of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel! Come join the fun and excitement at the Second Annual Tuskegee Airmen Legacy Open House!
On Thursday, July 14, the 187th Fighter Wing and 100th Fighter Squadron of the Alabama Air National Guard will host an Open House from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Montgomery Regional Airport.
On Saturday, July 16, visit the National Tuskegee Historic Site at historic Moton Field in Tuskegee for an Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Visitors will have the opportunity to see the CAF Red Tail Squadron’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit, military aircraft on static display, aerial displays, skydiving, and hands-on opportunities to learn about US Air Force and other military careers while experiencing the inspirational history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Keep an eye on the CAF Red Tail Squadron Facebook page for information on how you can win a VIP experience at the event. One lucky Facebook user will receive a specially guided tour of the Alabama Air National Guard 187th Fighter Wing from the ground AND the air, along with an airshow survival kit, CAF Red Tail Squadron merchandise and more. No purchase necessary to play, just “LIKE” the CAF Red Tail Squadron on Facebook and watch for the big announcement!
Groups are welcome to attend. Please, no backpacks, coolers or pets at the July 14 event. For more information, call the event hotline at (855) TUSKEGEE (887-5343). For more information on how to join the Air Force, visit airforce.comor contact (800) 423-USAF.
This unique tribute is a partnership between the Alabama Air National Guard 187th Fighter Wing, the US Air Force Recruiting Service, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, Golden Eagle Aviation, the National Park Service and the Legacy Flight Academy. Come to either or both of these free events to be inspired by the heroic determination of the Tuskegee Airmen. Join us on Facebook at Facebook.com/TuskegeeOpenHouse. Meet us in Tuskegee!
About the Legacy Flight Academy
The Legacy Flight Academy (LFA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that conducts character-based youth aviation programs that draw upon the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen. Their comprehensive 3-tiered program works in tandem with partner organizations to help minorities and at-risk youth achieve success as aerospace professionals, particularly emphasizing military career opportunities. Their motto, “Know, Live and Grow,” is based on the legacy of the heroic Tuskegee Airmen, the pioneering African-American aviators in the U.S. armed forces. Learn more atlegacyflightacademy.org.
About Golden Eagle Aviation
Golden Eagle Aviation (GEA) is a fixed based operation (FBO) at historic Moton field in Tuskegee, Alabama. They are dedicated to the preservation of the Tuskegee Airmen and Moton Field legacy, while reinvesting within the community to support its aviation heritage. Through elite service and continuously expanding amenities, Golden Eagle Aviation is preparing for the golden future, while honoring a glorious past. Learn more at goldeneagleaviation.com.
About the CAF Red Tail Squadron
The CAF Red Tail Squadron is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to educating audiences across the country about the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel. Their RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit 53’ mobile theater features the original panoramic film “Rise Above.” The group’s Six Guiding Principles – Aim High, Believe In Yourself, Use Your Brain, Be Ready To Go, Never Quit and Expect to Win – serve as the foundation for their outreach programs and are based on the experiences and successes of the Tuskegee Airmen. The CAF Red Tail Squadron is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization part of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). Learn more at redtail.org.