The other day, I was able to share something that I am passionate about with my kids. Ever since I was in Junior High I have loved aircraft, specifically World War II aircraft. When the cub scouts were given the opportunity to visit and tour a B-17, I passionately had T-9 jump at the opportunity. He seemed excited and I certainly was. Jonathan and Lisa had to go somewhere else but C-6, T-9 and I went to see this amazing flying WWII war bird at the Arlington Municipal Airport. It was really fun!

They were offering rides around the airport and while we couldn’t afford that, it was really fun watching the Flying Fortress run up on the runway and take off and land. The roar of the engine, the gradual climb out, etc… it was just like something out of an old World War II movie. You can imagine 100’s of these taking off all at once.

After it came back from its flight we got to climb around inside the airplane. Wow. Everything is so tight. I could barely maneuver from one part of the aircraft to another. The ball turret looked even small for C-6. I can’t even imagine sitting inside for the whole mission as was common.

The best part was seeing the wonder in T-9 & C-6’s eyes as they ran in and out of the aircraft, running through the bomb bay, looking at the gunners stations, etc. It was magical.