An Elder Bird Needs Some TLC Before Returning To A Tour Schedule

For those of you looking to experience, or even relive, a little history, EAA has some bad news... 'Aluminum Overcast' is ailing.

EAA says... "As part of a routine preflight inspection of the B-17 Aluminum Overcast in Florida last week, our tour teams discovered a fitting inside the wing that showed signs of fatigue. Following safety protocols, the airplane was grounded for a full inspection that determined that replacing the part was necessary. The on-site tour teams did an outstanding job of finding and correctly assessing the situation with safety as the first priority."

Because of that, EAA's B-17 national tour is on hiatus for the time being. The airplane will remain in Florida at this time until a repair schedule is finalized. EAA does not currently have a final timeline for those repairs, but will keep everyone updated as additional information becomes available.

Refunds are being made available for all pre-booked passengers for tour stops and for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh flights. EAA has apologized for any inconvenience and appreciates the outpouring of support for EAA and our aircraft tour operations.

FMI: https://www.eaa.org/shop/Flights/B17.aspx