Aug
03
Aug
05
Greenwood, Indiana
Red Tail Squadron Red Wing, MN
Address:
PO Box 416
Red Wing, MN 55066
Contact number:
(888) 928-0188
Website:
http://www.redtail.org/
P-51 Mustang Tuskegee Airmen More Tuskegee Airmen Info
The CAF Red Tail Squadron’s P-51C Mustang, named Tuskegee Airmen, is an authentic and fully restored operational fighter from the WWII era. This awe-inspiring aircraft sparks conversations to educate young and old alike about the often-overlooked history of the Tuskegee Airmen that flew this same model as their signature aircraft in WWII. It is quite simply a museum without walls… and an awe inspiring one at that! Our P-51C Mustang Tuskegee Airmen, tail number N61429, saw service stateside as a trainer in 1945, then declared surplus after the war ended. It was displayed at Montana State College (now Montana State University) for 40 years before being donated for restoration. The CAF... ...
CAF Red Tail Squadron at 2018 Airport Day More Info
The 2018 Airport Day at the Indy South Greenwood Airport will feature our P-51C Mustang and RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit. The event will also feature free Young Eagle Flights for kids (register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/airport-day-young-eagle-flights-tickets-35673393079), a military simulator, and other hands-on displays from Greenwood’s Police and Fire Departments. Just PLANE Fun is one of the community’s most popular annual events, and we are excited to be a part of this year’s celebration!
For more information on this event and what is happening at the Indy South Greenwood Airport, check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/IndySouthGreenwoodAirport/posts/
Sep
16
Bromont, Quebec
CAF Red Tail Squadron at Eastern Townships Airshow More Info
Come see the world-famous P-51C Mustang "Tuskegee Airmen" at the Eastern Townships Airshow, September 16 at Bromont (Roland Desourdy) Airport in Quebec, Canada. For more information on the air show, please click the ticket link!
Photo By David Broussard
Sep
26
Sep
28
Hot Springs Village, AR
CAF Red Tail Squadron at the Ouachita Speaker Series More Info
The Ouachita Speaker Series and Lifetime Learning Institute present the Red Tail Squadron’s message of “RISE ABOVE” featuring our Traveling Exhibit September 26-30, 2018 from 9am-5pm daily.
Oct
03
Oct
07
Conway, Arkansas
CAF Red Tail Squadron at University of Central Arkansas More Info
Come and see the RISE ABOVE traveling exhibit, a climate-controlled mobile theater with a 160-degree panoramic screen providing a multimedia experience telling the story of the famous Tuskegee Airmen! Admission is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be located on Bruce Street across from the Crafton Alumni Pavillion.
Oct
25
Oct
28
Fredericksburg, VA
CAF Red Tail Squadron at the Shannon Harvest Festival Airshow More Info
The 4th Annual Harvest Festival Airshow at the Shannon Airport, October 25-28 2018, will feature our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit. For more information on the air show, please contact the Shannon Airport: http://www.shannonezf.com/
Feb
11
Feb
15
Tallahassee, FL
Rise Above Tallahassee More Info
The Commemorative Air Force Red Tail Squadron in Partnership with Dr. A.J. Brickler III are proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel. Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at Flightline Group at the Tallahassee Airport from Tuesday through Saturday, February 11-15. Tuesday-Friday 9am-3:30pm is reserved for large groups, please call: (850) 205-0393 or e-mail: ehyman@nflwc.com to schedule your group. Saturday is open to the public from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Feb
19
Feb
23
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
Rise ABOVE Traveling Exhibit More Info
The RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit is a mobile movie theater that tours the country year round to educate and inspire people of all ages with the history and lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen. These war heroes broke down barriers with their courage and determination to serve our country in World War II, and their ability to triumph over adversity remains a compelling and inspirational example to us all. This event is sponsored by USS Yorktown Foundation in partnership with the VFW and American Legion. More information: https://www.redtail.org/rise-red-tail/rise-traveling-exhibit/ Phone: 843-884-2727 Email: info@patriotspoint.org
Jun
06
Jun
07
Mount Clemens, MI
CANCELLED-Selfridge ANGB Open House & Airshow 2020 More Info
Date & Times: Saturday, 6th June 2020 - 9:00 a.m. to Sunday, 7th June 2020 - 5:00 p.m. Event location: Harrison charter Township, MI 48045 United States.
Participation List: Aircraft due to participate in the flying display are listed below. Please note this list is subject to change.
Flying: Civilian
The Misty Blues Skydiving Team
Tickets: Tickets are not yet available to purchase for the Selfridge ANGB Open House & Airshow 2020. This section of the event will be amended when tickets go on sale. Watch this space!
Jul
22
South St. Paul, MN
Virtual Meet and Greet-Meet the Pilots of the CAF Red Tail Squadron More Info
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 7 PM – 8 PM-Spend a virtual evening with us on July 22 as our pilots share why they volunteer to fly our P-51C Mustang "Tuskegee Airmen," what the program means to them, and their most memorable moments interacting with the Airmen, children, and guests. Ask your questions about the program or the aircraft when you tune in LIVE on our Facebook page at 7pm Central Time.
Oct
20
Red Wing, MN
An Evening with Gordon Smith- CAF P-51C Pilot, Bill Shepard More Info
Wed Oct 21 2020 at 12:00 am- Join CAF P-51C Mustang Pilot, Bill Shepard, for a discussion on The Tuskegee Airmen. The Tuskegee Airmen represent an inspiring chapter of American History as they overcame enormous obstacles to become distinguished military aviators. The Tuskegee Airmen played a pivotal role in the Allied victory in the European Theater of World War II. Their unparalleled accomplishments helped lead to the integration of the US Armed Forces following World War II. Joining Bill Shepard in the discussion will be Gordon Smith, son of Luther Smith. Luther Smith was one of the original Tuskegee Airmen pilots and one of the most highly decorated pilots of the 332nd Fighter Group... ...
Apr
17
Louisville, KY
CAF Red Tail Squadron - See the Mustang at Thunder Over Louisville More Info
We're finally back to flying! The Mustang will make an airborne appearance at the Thunder Over Louisville Airshow on April 17. This will be a drive-in show, so there will be no ground displays, and our mobile exhibit won't be present, but you can come to see the P-51C Mustang #TuskegeeAirmen do what it was made to do!
Thunder Over Louisville is the official opening ceremonies for the Kentucky Derby Festival and also one of the nation's largest annual fireworks shows!
LOCATION: 1001 South 3rd St. Louisville, KY 40203
Get more show info at the ticket link or click the link.
Apr
24
Dallas, TX
Ride the Mustang in McKinney, TX More Info
Our Mustang is rarely available for rides, but you can take advantage of one of these RARE opportunities when our P-51C "Tuskegee Airmen" joins the AirPower History Tour on April 24 in McKinney, Texas.
Remember, all proceeds go to keep this historic aircraft flying.
May
29
May
30
Miami, FL
See the Mustang in Miami More Info
Miami Beach-Our P-51C Mustang will be participating in the National Salute to America’s Heroes, Miami Air and Sea Show, May 29-30, 2021.
Jul
03
Jul
04
Olathe, KS
CAF RISE ABOVE at the KC Airshow More Info
July 3-4, 2021. BLUE ANGELS 75TH ANNIVERSARY!- Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Kansas City Airshow. Also, the world’s most famous jet team - the US Navy Blue Angels - return to the KC Air Show presented by Garmin on July 3rd & 4th, 2021. The Blue Angels will celebrate their 75th anniversary in 2021 as they transition from the legacy F/A-18 Hornets they've flown since 1986 to the much larger, louder and more powerful F/A-18E/F Super Hornets. This will make the low-altitude, tight-turning performances of the Blue Angel solos and the precision and majesty of the formations even more impressive! Be one of the first to see the Blue Angels rip up... ...
Jul
24
Jul
25
Fargo, ND
CAF RISE ABOVE at the Fargo Airshow More Info
Our CAF RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Fargo AirShow July 24-25, 2021. Welcoming the return of the US Navy Blue Angels around the country, the US Navy Blue Angels serve as ambassadors of goodwill by bringing naval aviation to men, women, and children across America.
The precision flight demonstrations showcase the professionalism, excellence and teamwork found in all Navy and Marine Corps units, as well as provide the thrill and magic of flight to people each year.
Since its inception, the team has flown for more than 450 million spectators worldwide. Please see their website Fargo AirSho for more details: https://www.fargoairsho.com/
Aug
07
Aug
08
Owls Head, Maine
See RISE ABOVE in Owls Head, ME More Info
Our P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Wings & Wheels Spectacular August 7-8, 2021. For more info on the event, check out: https://owlshead.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1473930
Oct
04
Oct
07
Quincy, IL
CAF RISE ABOVE - Quincy, IL More Info
Come see the CAF Rise Above Exhibit and P-51 Mustang at the Quincy Regional Airport, hosted by the Quincy Masonic High Twelve Club and the Quincy Public School District. Donations are accepted at the attendee's discretion to fund the Quincy Masonic High Twelve Club community service projects.
October 4-5; Iles School students and Illinois Veterans Home 9 AM to 4:30 PM October 6-7; Open to General Public 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Sep
29
Oct
03
Dubuque, IA
See RISE ABOVE in Dubuque, IA More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Dubuque Regional Airport and open to the public: Wed-Fri 4pm-8pm.
Film showings will occur every 45 minutes starting at 4:15 p.m. with the final showing at 7:15 p.m. Sat-Sun 9am to 5pm
Film showings will occur every 45 minutes starting at 9 a.m. with the final showing at 4:30 p.m.
Nov
11
Nov
13
Stuart, FL
CAF Rise Above Traveling Exhibit- Stuart FL Air Show More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Stuart Airshow November 11-13, 2022. Please see the Stuart Air Show Website for more details about the event: Stuart Air Show at Whitham Field 2011 SE Airport Road in Stuart, Florida.
Oct
19
Oct
23
Youngstown/Warren, OH
CAF Rise Above Traveling Exhibit - Vienna OH More Info
We are teaming up with the Warren Heritage Center to bring the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang to the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport for an educational event at the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport at 1453 Youngstown Kingsville Road NE, Vienna, OH.
Oct
03
Oct
08
Seymour, IN
CAF Rise Above Traveling Exhibit - Seymour IN More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit will be on display at the Freeman Army Airfield Museum for the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Dedication in Seymour October 3-8, 2022. This will be at Freeman Army Airfield Museum, 1025 A Avenue, Seymour, IN.
Sep
03
Sep
04
New Century, Kansas
CAF Rise Above - New Century KS More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the KC Airshow July 3-4, 2021. Please see https://kcairshow.org/ – 2022 – KC Airshow 2022 for more details.
Aug
13
Aug
14
Akron, OH
CAF Rise Above - Akron OH More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Props & Pistons Festival in Arkon, August 13-14, 2022. Please visit Props and Pistons Festival website for more details.
Aug
06
Iowa Falls, IA
CAF Rise Above - Iowa Falla IA More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at Fly Iowa in Iowa Falls August 6, 2022. Please see their website Fly Iowa 2022 – Iowa Aviation Promotion Group for more details.
Jul
08
Jul
10
Mount Clemens, MI
CAF Rise Above - Mt Clemens MI More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Selfridge Open House Air Show July 8-10, 2022. Please see their website Selfridge Open House Air Show | June 05-07, 2020 teamselfridge.com for more details.
Jun
18
Boulder, CO
CAF Rise Above - Boulder CO More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the 1940’s WWII Era Ball on June 18, 2022. See the event website for more details: 1940s WWII Era Ball 1940sball.org.
Jun
04
Jun
05
Fort Wayne, IN
CAF RIse Above - Ft Wayne IN More Info
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang (Mustang may not be out of maintenance by this show, please contact info@cafriseabove.org for details) at the Fort Wayne Air Show June 4-5, 2022. Please see their website Home | Fort Wayne Air Show fwairshow.com for more details.
May
25
May
29
Ottawa, OH
CAF Rise Above - Lakeside Chautauqua More Info
The Commemorative Air Force Rise Above squadron will be bringing its traveling exhibit to Lakeside Chautauqua from May 25-29 near the Lakeside Schoolhouse. This fully functional mobile movie theater features two compelling original short Rise Above films that tell the story of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP, as well as the obstacles they both overcame to be able to serve their country during WWII. This immersive experience is housed in a climate-controlled 53’ semi-trailer with expandable sides and equipped with a ramp and hydraulic lift to ensure access to all, comfortably accommodating 30 visitors for each showing. Because of its dynamic 160-degree panoramic screen, the film creates... ...
Sep
29
Oct
01
Monroe, MI
CAF RISE ABOVE - Monroe, MI More Info
The Port of Monroe is proud to present “Heritage Days,” a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the Port’s rich history of transportation. The Port represents the largest concentration of intermodal assets anywhere in southeast Michigan and will utilize those connections to bring together an iconic lineup of historic transportation pieces through land, water, and air. You’ll see both the Rise Above Exhibit and the P-51C Mustang there!
Dates: Saturday, September 30 & October 1, 2023. Address: 3303 E. Front Street, Monroe, MI, 48161 Contact: heritagedays@portofmonroe.com
Oct
11
Oct
15
Tallulah/Vicksburg, Ms, LA
CAF RISE ABOVE - Tallulah, MS More Info
Through the support of local community sponsors and volunteers, The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) RISE ABOVE educational outreach program is proud to announce that their unique tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP (Women Air Force Service Pilots), is coming to the Vicksburg, Warren County, MS & the Tallulah, Madison Parish, LA area October 11 – 15, 2023, and will be offered FREE to local schools, groups, families, and individuals interested in coming to see it! Members of the community will be invited to see two, free 15-minute RISE ABOVE movies that tell the stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP, as well as, the obstacles they overcame to be able to fly and fight for their... ...
May
17
Wausau, WI
CAF Rise Above - Wausau, WI More Info
Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE is proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black military pilots and their support personnel, as well as the Womens Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at Wausau's Armed Forces Day, May 17-19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and we cannot wait to see you there!
Jun
06
Detroit/Grosse Ile, MI
CAF Rise Above - Grosse Point Farms, MI More Info
Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE is proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black military pilots and their support personnel, as well as the Womens Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the War Memorial and we cannot wait to see you there.
Jun
14
Jun
16
Columbus, OH
CAF Rise Above - Columbus, OH More Info
Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE is proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black military pilots and their support personnel, as well as the Womens Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).
Join us at the Columbus Airshow!!
Jul
22
Jul
28
Oshkosh, WI
CAF Rise Above - Oshkosh, WI More Info
The display is dedicated to educating audiences about the history and legacy of these brave service members. This incredible exhibit's features are sure to be a hit with all ages. A large mobile theater presents the original panoramic films “Rise Above: Red Tail,” documenting the inspirational history of the Tuskegee Airmen and “Rise Above: WASP,” documenting the inspirational history of the WASP. The climate-controlled exhibit is equipped with a hydraulic lift to ensure access to all and can comfortably accommodate 30 visitors for each showing. The RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit is certain to bring the message of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP at EAA AirVenture.
Aug
03
Aug
04
Rochester, NY
CAF Rise Above - Rochester, NY More Info
Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE is proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black military pilots and their support personnel, as well as the Womens Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the Rochester Airshow and we cannot wait to see you there.
Aug
31
Clarinda, IA
CAF Rise Above - Clarinda, IA More Info
Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE is proud to bring you the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit to preserve and share the inspiring history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black military pilots and their support personnel, as well as the Womens Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang will be on display at the FLY IOWA event and we cannot wait to see you there.
Sep
14
Sep
15
Burlington, VT
CAF Rise Above - Burlington, VT More Info
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit and see the P-51C Mustang up close at the first-ever Green Mountain Aviation Days! Vermont Aviators Association is happy to announce the Green Mountain Aviation Field Days which will take place 14-15 Sept 2024. The theme will focus on the “Past, Present, and Future of Aviation” with a heavy emphasis on aviation education and STEM. Field Days will consist of static aircraft from the last 90 years, Hot Air Ballon, Gliders, Military aircraft, General aviation aircraft, an Electric Aircraft, various Emergency Response, Military and Airport Ground Support Vehicles, as well as a Flight simulator, robotics, and a variety of exhibits in our STEM Hanger. Field... ...
Sep
21
Sep
22
Columbus, MS
