World War II bombers and P-51 fighter at Museum of Flight

Two historic World War II bombers and a rare, two-seat P-51 fighter aircraft will be at The Museum of Flight from June 22-24 for ground tours and flights open to the public. The aircraft are on the national "Wings of Freedom Tour" sponsored by the non-profit Collings Foundation. The Consolidated B-24J and dual control, two-seat P-51C Mustang are the sole remaining examples of their type flying in the world. The general public will have the opportunity to visit, explore and learn more about these unique and rare treasures of aviation history.

The aircraft are scheduled to arrive Friday, June 21 at about 1 p.m. and will be stationed at the Museum's ramp on Boeing Field. Tours and rides are available 2 to 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Individuals can purchase flights on the B-17, B-24 and P-51. For information on flight reservations and costs, call 800-568-8924 or visit http://www.collingsfoundation.org.

"The Museum of Flight is one of our favorite spots," says Collings Foundation Director of Marketing Hunter Chaney, "it’s like coming home. There is a particularly strong reception by the veterans in the region. So we look forward to making new friends and revisiting our old relationships in Seattle."

For information about the Collings Foundation: http://www.collingsfoundation.org

The Museum of Flight is located at 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle, Exit 158 off Interstate 5 on Boeing Field half-way between downtown Seattle and Sea-Tac Airport. The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $18 for adults, $15 for seniors 65 and older, $15 for active military, $10 for youth 5 to 17, and free for children under 5. Group rates are available. Admission on the first Thursday of the month is free from 5 to 9 p.m. courtesy of Wells Fargo. McCormick & Schmick's Wings Café is on site. For general Museum information, please call 206-764-5720 or visit http://www.museumofflight.org