PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. — History will come to life through a new monthly series presented by the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Dixie Wing at the wing’s headquarters near Atlanta.
The public is invited to join the Saturday discussions by a variety of aviators dedicated to preserving the memory of U.S. aviation history.
The series begins March 19 and concludes Nov. 19. All events will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wing headquarters and museum, 1200 Echo Ct., Peachtree City, Ga., adjacent to Atlanta Regional Airport-Falcon Field). Some events will include aircraft displays and the opportunity for rides.
Living History Schedule
- March 19: “Helicopters and Vietnam,” presented by Col. Cliff Stern and helicopter pilots from the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation. Aircraft on display and Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- April 16: “Flying the Blackbird,” presented by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Les Dyer, a pilot in the SR 71 program until 1989. Helicopters on display and Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- May 21: “The L-Bird Story: Liaison Aircraft from WWII to Vietnam.” – Several L-Birds on display and Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- June 18: “Veterans of the Mighty Eighth,” presented by Veterans of the Eighth Air Force Society Georgia Chapter. Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- July 16: “The Making of a Pilot,” presented by Dixie Wing colonels. Several trainers on display and Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- Aug. 20: “The Lost Squadron,” the story of the Greenland Expedition Society, presented by Expedition Society members, led by Pat Epps. Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- Oct. 15: “Fighter Pilots Symposium,” the evolution of the fighter pilot from WWII to today. Fighters on display and Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
- Nov. 19: “What Makes Combat Vets Different,” presented by veteran and local author Terry Garlock. Dixie Wing aircraft available for rides.
