One of only two remaining operational B-29 bombers will visit Gwinnett County’s Briscoe Field airport, and you can fly in one.
The Commemorative Air Force is bringing the “FIFI” B-29 bomber to the airport thanks to a last-minute schedule change in its national tour.
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A C-45 Expeditor and a PT-14 Stearman, both military planes introduced in the late 1930s, will also be at the Lawrenceville airport.
When the plane is not flying, visitors will be able to tour the interior, including the cockpit. Guests can ride in one of the three planes, with tickets ranging from $85 to $1,595 per person. Rides can be booked at AirPowerTour.org.
The planes will be at the airport from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, May 28 (Memorial Day), and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 29. The airport is located at 850 Airport Rd. in Lawrenceville.
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