Restored WWII aircraft landing in Ramona

Collings Foundation’s Wings of Freedom Tour will bring its restored World War II aircraft to Ramona Airport for viewing and flight experiences April 20 to 22.

On display will be the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine” WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft” WWII Heavy Bomber, B-25 Mitchell, and the P-51 Mustang fighter. The B-17 is one of only 8 in flying condition in the United States, the B-24J and Full Dual Control P-51C Mustang are the sole remaining examples of their type flying in the world, and the B-25 is best known for being used in the daring Doolittle raid, according to the Collings Foundation.

“This is a rare opportunity to visit, explore, and learn more about these unique and rare treasures of aviation history,” states an announcement of the event.

The aircraft will be at Ramona Airport, 2898 Montecito Road, from 2 to 5 p.m. April 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 21, and 9 a.m. to noon April 22.

Tickets to explore the aircraft inside and out are $12 for adults and $6 for children age 11 and younger. Visitors may also take a 30-minute flight aboard the B-17, B-24 or B-25, or get some “stick time” on the P-51. For reservations, cost and more information, call 800-568-8924.

Collings Foundation, a nonprofit educational foundation, encourages veterans and their families to attend and share their experiences and stories with the public. More information about the tour is at www.collingsfoundation.org.