The Morning Journal (Lorain, OH)
Military marvel Historic WWII C-47 to offer rides Aug. 6 at airport
Celebrate the wonderful world of aviation by taking a ride in a WW II airplane, the C-47 Hairless Joe on Aug. 6 at the Huron-County Airport, located at 961 U.S. Route 20 in Norwalk, according to a news release.
The C-47 Skytrain operated from every continent in the world during WW II.
The C-47, Hairless Joe, is owned and operated by the Yankee Air Museum and was one of the most vital pieces of military equipment, according to Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, in winning the war, the release said.
The C-47 Skytrain was developed from the Douglas DC-3 civilian airliner.
One of the most massproduced aircraft in history with 11,000 manufactured before and during WW II, there still are 172 of the aircraft flying today.
Also known as the gooney bird, the C-47 was built to last, the release said.
For thrill seekers desiring a once-in-a-lifetime experience, public rides on the C-47 are available at 11 a.m. and noon.
The ride is a 20-minute experience and costs $225 per person, according to the release.
People can order access now at https://yankeeairmuseum.org/fly/#c47 or take a chance and walk up the day of the flight.
For thrill seekers desiring a once-in-a-lifetime experience, public rides on the C-47 are available at 11 a.m. and noon.
The Yankee Air Museum was established in 1981.
The museum is a nonprofit that dedicates itself to educating individuals through the history of American aeronautics, aerospace industry and its associated while inspiring generations through personal experiences to instill pride in our national accomplishments, according to the release.
The Yankee Air Museum, located at 47884 D St. in Belleville, Mich., is on the grounds of historic Willow Run Airport.