North American P- 51 Mustang Presentation
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesOn Friday, November 11 at 7 pm and Saturday, November 12 at noon, hear aviation historian David Lednicer present the most important Allied fighter aircraft of WWII, the P-51 Mustang. David will emphasize the composition of the design team and their individual contributions. This is a great opportunity to introduce a friend to Historic Flight…
HFF’s Ukrainian Mig-29: The Untold, True Story
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesHFF founder John Sessions will recall the saga of one of the first Mach 2-plus jet fighters acquired, restored, and flown by civilians. The successful outcome required three Ukrainian defense ministers, a Hong Kong judge, a federal lawsuit against the world’s largest shipper, a partnership with the late Paul Allen, and component acquisition from places…
HFF’s Ukrainian Mig-29: The Untold, True Story
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesHFF founder John Sessions will recall the saga of one of the first Mach 2-plus jet fighters acquired, restored, and flown by civilians. The successful outcome required three Ukrainian defense ministers, a Hong Kong judge, a federal lawsuit against the world’s largest shipper, a partnership with the late Paul Allen, and component acquisition from places…
North American AT-6 Texan Presentation
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesOn Friday, February 10 at 7 pm and Saturday, February 11 at noon, Speakers Bureau Chairman Mike Lavelle will attempt to "Tame the Texan," the North American Aviation AT-6 Texan. "AT" for "Advanced Trainer," the progression to high performance fighters required mastery of this type. Historic Flight's AT-6 will be displayed with its access panels…
North American AT-6 Texan Presentation
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesOn Friday, February 10 at 7 pm and Saturday, February 11 at noon, Speakers Bureau Chairman Mike Lavelle will attempt to "Tame the Texan," the North American Aviation AT-6 Texan. "AT" for "Advanced Trainer," the progression to high performance fighters required mastery of this type. Historic Flight's AT-6 will be displayed with its access panels…
B-25 Ground School at HFF
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesEach year, HFF offers its B-25 ground school to pilots and enthusiasts. This is a required course for aspiring B-25 student pilots and HFF pilots intending to fly B-25D “Grumpy” during the air show season. Systems, standard procedures, emergency procedures, and the history of the type are covered in depth. A library of B-25 materials…
DC-3 Ground School at HFF
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesRecurrent training for HFF pilots and a joyful experience for “Dakota” enthusiasts, HFF will feature its “Pan Am” DC-3 in an all-day ground school. Taught by an all HFF-pilot faculty, the day includes discussions of systems, standard and emergency procedures, and the history of the type. Students receive an electronic library of materials prior to…
Volunteer Training Day
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesDo you like what we do? Care to join our team? This is the annual training day (new and recurrent) for HFF volunteers. Come learn about our aircraft and what goes on behind the scenes at "Spokane's Best Event Venue" (2022). RSVP at 509.535.6000.
“Dust the Rust”
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesOn this day, HFF pilots and planes will test-fly the fleet following annual inspections. Once “squawks” (i.e., adjustments) are addressed and each pilot demonstrates proficiency, the aircraft become available for member rides. Join us to witness the process. It’s a picnic for the senses.
Member Fly Day
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesOn this "Member Fly Day," our pilots will brief and fly with members of the public who have purchased local flights. Experience the sounds, smells and sights of vintage aviation. HFF volunteers will marshal planes and staff the BBQ. Flight reservations are encouraged.
Neighbor Day
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesJoin us for the annual aviation festival to celebrate Felts Field. This no-charge event includes aerial and ground displays, bands, public safety and veterans organizations, and all the people who come together throughout the year at Spokane's first airport, Felts Field. HFF will fly its members on a first-come, first-fly basis.
Challenge Air for Kids and Friends
Historic Flight 5829 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA, United StatesA premier volunteer experience, "Challenge Air" pairs volunteer pilots with challenged children and young adults for first flight experiences. We expect seventy-five "co-pilots" will earn their wings on this day. The hangar transforms into a circus tent where our special guests make new friends. To learn more and perhaps volunteer to help, visit challengeair.org and click on…