Ford Tri-Motor Available for Rides in K.I. Sawyer
A classic aircraft from the early days of commercial travel is at the Sawyer International Airport today.
The EAA’s restored 1929 Ford Tri-Motor aircraft is making it’s 2012 tour, bringing people back to the “Golden Age” through Wednesday, August 15th.
Nicknamed the “Tin Goose,” the Ford Tri-Motor was the world’s first mass-produced airliner. It was built by the Ford Motor Company and it played a major role in safe transportation in the United States and overseas travel. This exact airplane was Eastern Airlines very first airplane!
This is a very unique opportunity for adults and children alike, so if you can make it to ride in the vintage aircraft it will be well worth your time!
Public flights are available at 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.
Flight rates:
· $80 for adults
· $40 for children (age 6-17)
· Free for children 5 and under when accompanied by a paying guardian
Pre-booking is available at www.flytheford.org or by calling 877-952-5395.
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- The merchandise trailer for the 1929 Ford Tri-Motor aircraft
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- The Ford Tri-Motor Plane
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- The first Eastern Airline aircraft
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- It’s in great condition!
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- People loved this piece of history!
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- Go take a ride!
