Col. Charles Mcgee And Lt. Col. George Hardy Will Be Special Guests

The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Red Tail Squadron, America’s tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, is proud to announce that Tuskegee Airmen Col. Charles McGee and Lt. Col. George Hardy will join them as special guests at EAA AirVenture July 23-28, 2018 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The group’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit mobile movie theater will be a featured attraction at the event’s KidVenture “Future Pilot” activity program to help inspire the next generation of aerospace professionals.

Col. McGee and Lt. Col. Hardy will make daily appearances at the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to sign autographs, meet guests and give presentations on their experience as Tuskegee Airmen pilots of World War II. Dates and times will be announced soon and available in EAA AirVenture’s daily schedule.

“It is such an honor to enjoy the continued support of Tuskegee Airmen Charles McGee and George Hardy,” said CAF Red Tail Squadron Leader Doug Rozendaal. “For years these gentleman have lent their support to help us create a meaningful educational outreach program to tell the story of perseverance of their fellow Tuskegee Airmen. Having them join us at AirVenture is a privilege and we hope their presence makes a lasting impact on the families that come visit our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit.”

The RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit is a free panoramic movie theater that inspires and educates all ages with the remarkable history of the Tuskegee Airmen. This immersive experience is housed in an air-conditioned 53’ semi trailer with expandable sides and equipped with a ramp and hydraulic lift to ensure access to all. Because of its dynamic 160-degree panoramic screen, the film creates the feeling of being in the cockpit soaring above the clouds in a P-51C Mustang, the iconic signature aircraft of the Tuskegee Airmen.

The Squadron’s rare P-51C Mustang will also be on static display in AirVenture’s Warbird Alley, a rare treat as it is only one of a few like it still airworthy. Come enjoy this museum without walls and be inspired by the Tuskegee Airmen to RISE ABOVE your own challenges.

(Source: EAA news release. Images from file)

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