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This August, visitors to the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum can immerse themselves in history through a variety of free programs, from engine runups to tank simulators, model building, and expert lectures. Attendees can purchase general admission tickets to not only explore the incredible collection of vehicles, aircraft, and artifacts, but also participate in free programs on select days throughout the month.
Aircraft Engine Runups and Mechanic Q&A | Thursday, August 1 – Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.
Experience the roaring engines of historic aircraft including the Mosquito and B-25 Mitchell the first weekend of August. Aircraft engines need to be started as part of the annual maintenance cycle. Guests will have an opportunity to observe the process, including startup and taxi, of each aircraft involved, including:
- August 1: P-47 Thunderbolt & Il-2 Sturmovic
- August 2: Mosquito & B-25 Mitchell
- August 3: A Hurricane, P-40 Tomahawk & Fw 190 A5
Attendees can watch as the aircraft come to life and ask questions to the mechanics in a Q&A session following the runup. For an enhanced experience, museum guests can purchase a VIP Viewing Area ticket for the engine runups. Priced at $100, these tickets provide premium visibility and photo opportunities from a dedicated viewing ramp. The VIP viewing area is available with the purchase of a special event ticket which can be purchased online.
Tank Survival Simulator | Friday, August 9, 2024, at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Dive into the world of tank survival through the eyes of a tank driver with two immersive simulators. Participants can choose from two experiences: a tank survival simulator, and a remote-control tank driving experience. On Friday, August 9, museum guests can participate in this experience throughout the day by purchasing a general admission ticket.
AMPS Model Building Demonstration | Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join experts with the Armor Modeling and Preservation Society (AMPS) at the museum to build models and ask questions. Participants will learn about armored vehicles and scale modeling. This drop-in event is included in the purchase of a general admission ticket to the museum on Saturday afternoon.
The Battle of Britain: A Narrow Margin Lecture | Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 2 p.m.
Join docent Gareth Wade in the Battlefront Theater for an. Gareth Wade, lead docent at FHCAM, has a lifelong interest in WWII history that eventually led him to joining the museum as a docent in 2011.
Lecture and Book Signing: Fighter Combat WWII | Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2 p.m.
Steve Church is an aviator and author who was inspired by the fighter pilots and fighter planes of WWII. Their influence propelled him on a journey from flight instructor and aerobatics instructor to 25 years as a corporate pilot. Fighter Combat WWII, inspired by his popular seminar at Oshkosh Airventure, covers four key topics: Fundamentals, Gunnery, Formations, and Dogfighting.
As a student of WWII fighter tactics and history for over 45 years and having lots of experience simulating WWII dogfights in fully aerobatic light airplanes, Steve will educate museums guests on WWII aviation tactics through the eyes of a fighter pilot. The lecture and book signing will be included in the purchase of a general admission ticket. Copies of his book, Fighter Combat WWII, will be available for purchase and the author will be available to sign books.
Join the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum for a month filled with dynamic and educational events that bring history to life. For more details and ticket purchases, visit the website.
About Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum:
Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum (FHCAM) is a 501 (c)(3) committed to educating visitors about the rare, historic aircraft, vehicles, and artifacts in our collection, which are a testament to the era’s engineering skill and humanity’s spirit during the world conflicts of the 20th century. We are committed to proving complete authenticity in all of our artifacts. This includes all aspects of the mechanical systems and all paint schemes and markings. FHCAM strives to make the operations and appearance as original as possible to the time when the aircraft, tank, or other machine was first utilized.
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Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
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