Brampton Flight Centre to host annual open house and fly-in

August 30, 2013 · 0 Comments

Join the Brampton Flight Centre (BFC) and Great War Flying Museum (GWFM) for their annual open house and fly-in Sept. 8.
It will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brampton Airport, and will offer of variety of fun-filled activities that are popular among aviation enthusiasts and families alike.
Canadian aviation history comes to life as visitors browse through GWFM’s impressive collection of WWI combat aircraft, witness WWI military re-enactments, and learn about the restoration of these treasured aircrafts. WWI replica fighter biplanes and tri-planes will fly by every half hour starting at 11 a.m.
Visitors will see a dazzling display of vintage, classic and modern aircraft, have the opportunity to fly a state-of-the-art full motion Redbird simulator and enjoy spectacular sight-seeing flights. Cadets from the 892 Snowy Owl Cadet Squadron, based at the airport, will be around to talk about their programs, and the Recreational Aircraft Association and Fisher Flying Products will demonstrate their expertise and techniques for building airplanes.
The open house will also feature classic cars and motorcycles, live birds of prey, musical entertainment, face-painting for the kids and a barbecue.
Other activities will include tours of the airport and airplane rides. BFC flight instructors and pilots will answer questions about flight training programs and how to become a pilot. Kids and parents will also learn about the Centre’s Kids Flight Camps.
The Brampton Flight Centre is owned and operated by the Brampton Flying Club. The Club was formed in 1946 and was relocated to Caledon in 1969. The Flight Centre is an internationally recognized flight-training school and produces many of Canada’s top pilots. This year’s open house will include a special ceremony to pay tribute to one of BFC’s long-time members.
Admission is $5 per person or $20 per family, and parking is free. All proceeds go to support the Great War Flying Museum.
Visit bramptonflightcentre.com or call 905-838-1400, ext.222 for more details. To learn more about the Great War Flying Museum, visit greatwarflyingmuseum.com