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Warbird weekend planned at PDK

The B-17 Flying Fortress "Sentimental Journey" pulls in at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport.
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Sept 24, 2014

The Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing plans to hold an Atlanta Warbird Weekend at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Sept. 27-28.

The event will feature 15 World War II-era aircraft and free activities for the public. Activities include a World War II Veterans Meet & Greet and a recreated Mission Briefing by reenactors.

The group is also selling rides on the B-17 Flying Fortress, P-51 Mustang and other aircraft for $99 and up.

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