AVOCA BOROUGH, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Several rare World War II-era aircraft will be making a stop in northeastern Pennsylvania this summer as part of a national aviation tour.
According to event organizers, the AirPower History Tour will bring a collection of historic military planes to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport from June 17 through June 21.
Among the featured aircraft are the B-29 Superfortress known as “FIFI” and the B-24 Liberator “Diamond Lil,” both considered among the few remaining airworthy bombers from World War II.
Additional planes scheduled to appear include a P-51D Mustang, a T-6 Texan, a PT-13 Stearman, and an RC-45J aircraft.
Organizers say the event will give the public a chance to view the aircraft up close, tour cockpits, and even book flights on select planes. The B-29 and B-24 are scheduled to offer rides on June 20 and 21, while other aircraft will be available for rides throughout the week.
The planes are expected to arrive starting June 16, with the P-51D Mustang arriving later in the week.
The event will take place at the airport’s North Cargo Ramp, with parking available off-site and shuttle service provided. Admission to the aircraft viewing area will cost $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 11 to 17, and will be free for younger children.
Officials say the traveling exhibit is designed to give visitors a firsthand look at historic aircraft while sharing the stories of military aviation from World War II.