Meet the Women Who Changed the History of Aviation

As many of us know, March is women’s history month. Each year, our kids study the faces and names of women who shaped our nation and we recall the inspiring stories that still resonate with us today. 

For years, Fantasy of Flight in Polk City, FL, has brought these inspirational stories to life in their Women Airforce Service Pilots (W.A.S.P.) exhibit.  In a period of history when our men were heading off to war, women stepped up to the plate to run our businesses, take care of our families and homes, and keep our country running.  In celebration of women’s history month, Fantasy of Flight is offering two unique opportunities to meet the women of W.A.S.P.

On, Thursday, March 25 through Saturday, March 27, 2010, The Living Symposium Series offers “A Passionate Pursuit,”featuring the four of the original WASP’s,  Bernice “Bee” Falk Haydu, Florence Rubin Mascott, Barry Vincent Smith, and Helen Wyatt Snapp.  You will hear, first hand, the stories of these women, who left their homes and families at the height of World War II to serve their country as the first American women to fly for the U.S. Military. This is the stuff of legends, it will inspire you fill you with the spirit of adventure that so many of these women had in common.

If this isn’t enough for you, then you might want to sign up for the “Living Legends Luncheon” on Friday, March 26.  This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have one-on-one time with these amazing women.  This intimate lunch will be held from noon – 1:30 p.m. at the Orlampa Conference Center at Fantasy of Flight. Reservations are $65 plus tax per person; price includes attraction admission after 1:30 p.m. This is a limited availability event so call now to reserve your space at the luncheon.

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