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Tri-Cities, Tennessee

Tri-Cities Airport

May 30 - June 2, 2024
Dates & Times:

Thursday, May 30, 2024

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • B-29 cockpit tours available all day.

  • T-6 available for rides all day.

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Friday, May 31, 2024

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • B-29 cockpit tours available all day.

  • T-6 available for rides all day.

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Saturday, June 1, 2024

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • B-29 flies at 9:00 a.m., & 10:30 a.m.

  • B-29 cockpit tour available after noon.

  • RC-45J, & T-6 available for rides all day.

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Sunday, June 2, 2024

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • B-29 flies at 9:00 a.m., & 10:30 a.m.

  • B-29 cockpit tour available after noon.

  • RC-45J, & T-6 available for rides all day.

Ramp Access Cost:
$20: Adults

​$10: Children (Age 11 thru 17)

Free: Children (Age 10 & Under)
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  • All tickets are purchased on-site on the day of the event.​​
  • ​​Price includes free B-29 cockpit tour when the aircraft is available.
  • Rider's admission is complimentary with proof of purchase.
  • Attending aircraft subject to change due to weather or maintenance.
Event Location:

Tri-City Aviation

350 Aviation Dr.
Blountville, TN 37617

Attending Aircraft:
B-29 Superfortress FIFI

The most advanced bomber of World War II, FIFI is the World's Most Famous, Flying, B-29. Book a flight in this iconic bomber that was designed to fly higher and faster than enemy fighters and brought an end to the war.

B-29 Ride Times:

Saturday:  9:00 a.m.  SOLD OUT

                    10:30 a.m.  SOLD OUT

Sunday:     9:00 a.m.  SOLD OUT

                    10:30 a.m.  SOLD OUT

T-6 Texan 

Fly in the legendary trainer of World War II. Our aviators were taught how to fly in the same type of trainer. This is a true warbird ride that will take you back 80 plus years.

T-6 Ride Times:

Thursday - Sunday:

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SOLD OUT

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RC-45J Expediter 
Indy Wing RC-45J Inflight.JPG

The C-45 was used during World War II as a multi-engine trainer. It was also used for light cargo transport and general transportation duties, most often as VIP transport.  

RC-45J Ride Times:

On demand throughout the day

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Seat prices start at just $150

ABOUT US
The CAF AirPower History Tour is a production of the B-29/B-24 Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force
VISIT US
 
Visit FIFI  & Diamond Lil when they are not on tour: 
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Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center

5657 Mariner Dr

Dallas, TX 75237

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