World War II planes returning to Butler Airport
The Wings of Freedom Tour will return to the Pittsburgh-Butler Regional Airport next month, giving the public the chance to see five rare World War II-era fighters and bombers.
The planes will land at the airport around 2 p.m. Aug. 15 and stay there until 5 p.m. Aug. 18.
Up-close views and tours inside the planes cost $15 for adults and $5 for children under 12.
Those with more cash can spring for flights on the antique aircrafts. The prices for flights range from $400 to $3,400 depending on the plane and duration.
This year it will feature a B-17 Flying Fortress, a B-24 Liberator, a B-25 Mitchell, a P-51 Mustang and a P-40 Warhawk.
The tour, presented by the educational nonprofit Collings Foundation, is celebrating its 30th year.
It visits an average of 110 cities in 35 states every year.
More information is available online at collingsfoudnation.org.
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