HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2012-08-06 B-17 Flying Fortress visit
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Restored B-17 “Flying Fortress” Bomber To Visit Leesburg
Executive Airport on August 17-19, 2012
Flights and ground tours of historic WWII aircraft available during visit
Leesburg, VA (August 6, 2012) – On August 17
through 19, 2012, the Aluminum Overcast, a
restored World War II B-17 “Flying Fortress”
bomber, returns to the Leesburg Executive Airport
as part of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s
2012 “Honor Their Legacy” tour. During the tour
stop in Leesburg, the EAA will offer B-17 flight
missions and ground tours of the aircraft.
One of only fourteen Fortresses still flying, the
Aluminum Overcast is an icon of the Allied
strategic bombing effort that helped turn the tide
of battle in World War II. The B-17 bomber is
considered one of the greatest military airplanes
ever built and one of the best-known aircraft types
of the World War II era.
“The national tour that the EAA undertakes each
year has become the nation’s most popular way to
learn about this unique aircraft in an up-close way,” said Rod Hightower, EAA president. “The
EAA is dedicated to preserving the spirit of aviation through these B-17 tours. We take great
pride in saluting all our nation’s veterans as the airplane travels the country, showcasing a living
link to history for all generations to enjoy.”
For complete information about the B-17 Tour and its stop in Leesburg, including flight and
ground tour prices, please visit www.b17.org/leesburg1.
Contact:
Scott Coffman, Airport Operations Manager
scoffman@leesburgva.gov • 703-771-7125
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