Ever wonder how we put old aircraft back together, or how we restore our aircraft to original condition, or if our aircraft really do fly? Well, wonder no more because Fantasy of Flight, World's Greatest Aircraft Collection has activities all day long that let you experience the history of aviation at our authentic 1940's airport village.
The Collection Is On Display
The stunning art deco facility is a perfect setting to display this priceless collection of rare vintage aircraft. Housed in three huge hangars are over 40 airplanes, many of which are restored to original flying condition. Visitors can actually board our Short Sunderland, the last airworthy flying boat and have a close encounter with the only B-26 Marauder still flying in the world. Other notable aircraft include a B-24 Liberator, a Curtiss TP40 and two P51 Mustangs.
Realistic Immersion Environments
Remember when you first became fascinated with flight? Rekindle that wonder as you embrace the thrilling and sometimes harrowing achievements forged throughout the history of aviation. In our realistic immersion attraction, visitors experience everything from man’s earliest attempts at flight to the WW I trenches on the Western Front. Then they can climb aboard an authentic B-17 Flying Fortress and feel the tension of a World War II bombing mission.
Real Restoration Tours
Our daily Tours have been expanded to include restoration areas previously not available to guests. From the earliest wood and fabric creations conceived by the Wright Brothers to the sheet metal expertise of the Rosie the Rivoters of WWII, you will experience an insider view of what it takes to restore priceless aircraft to flyable condition.
Tram Tour
All aboard for a Tour of the Restricted Areas which are otherwise off limits to guests. This guided Tour includes an overview of the grounds including the grass Runways of our private airfield with stops along our Backlot and a visit to a real working Maintenance hangar where the Collection is repaired and maintained.
Aerial Demonstrations
(weather permitting)
A unique opportunity to see rare, vintage aircraft in flight and to speak with one of our expert pilots. Owner Kermit Weeks performs many of these demonstrations personally and is available to share his extensive knowledge of the aircraft in his collection.
They Dared To Fly
Be inspired by the courage of the Tuskegee Airmen, who overcame extreme odds with dignity, honor and valor. Their compelling story is brought to life in this multi-media exhibit featuring interviews with the original airmen and complemented by a meticulously restored P51C Mustang – arguably the finest Mustang flying today.
The F/X Simulator - Virtual Flight Explorer
Climb inside for a fun and fantastic ride the entire family can experience together. You choose from a variety of different virtual experiences including Virtual Time Machine, Battle For Iwo Jima and Desert Storm Strike. This multi-passenger, full motion simulator is available daily for an additional nominal fee.
At FighterTown You Take The Controls
A Real Corsair Fighter is on deck as you step aboard the simulated U.S.S. Yorktown Aircraft Carrier. Climb aboard and immerse yourself in the role of a Naval Aviator as you play an aerial battle video game from the cockpit of your own Corsair Fighter.
Experience Fun with Flight
Visitors from eight to eighty enjoy this hands-on, interactive area which introduces the basics of flight through a variety of unique experience stations. From designing and testing paper airplane creations to piloting a state of the art hang glide simulator, the entire family can have Fun with Flight.
For current show schedule call (863)984-3500