Back in the 1920s, Henry Ford designed an aircraft that could fly 10 passengers coast to coast. It was called the Ford Trimotor because it has three motors. Charles Lindbergh designed the cross-country route which took passengers by both train and airplane across the country, from New York City to Glendale, California in 48 hours.
On Nov. 3, 4 and 5, the Ford Trimotor will fly riders from the passenger terminal at Cullman Regional Airport over Cullman to experience what it was like to fly at the birth of commercial aviation in America. Eckenrod Ford will sponsor the aircraft while here in Cullman. Tickets may be purchased in advance online for reduced prices or at the airport after aircraft arrival. Go to www.flytheford.org or call 1-877-952-5395.
On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Wallace State History Department will host a Roaring 20s day inside the passenger terminal, featuring a 20s movie about the aircraft, as well as music and dancing from that period. Teachers and students will perform in period dress.
All this is part of our county-wide celebration of Veterans Day, presented by your Cullman Elks Lodge.
For complete details of the entire event, go to www.cullmanveteransday.com.
