A special event will take place soon to help raise money for children with down syndrome.
The Indianapolis Executive Airport will be the site of an annual fly-in that brings vintage planes to the area, where visitors can examine these pieces of aviation history closely. They can even take a flight in one of the aircrafts.
The previous owners of the airport began the tradition of raising funds with a fly-in 12 years ago, and since then, the day has brought in over $190,000. They have set a goal this year of raising $25,000, which will be the biggest fundraiser for Down Syndrome Indiana.
First Wing Jet Center's marketing director, Corrie Bennett, said the money raised goes to a variety of programs, all of which down syndrome children need. She also said that she particularly enjoys this event, and seeing the youngsters exploring aircraft and the wonder of flight for the first time.
There will be seven aircraft coming to the field, including a World War II vintage T-6 Texan, built in 1943. The two-seater aircraft was used to train pilots in basic flying skills before they moved up to fighters.
Airplane rides are $50 each, and the fly-in is scheduled for tomorrow, June 22. Admission is free, and there will be lots of fun activities for everyone. Banner printing is often used to provide decorations for events like this.
