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Planes, Helicopters & MORE at this Two Day Event in Bolingbrook!

The fun and family-friendly 2019 Cavalcade of Planes at Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport is scheduled for June 1st and 2nd!

If you’re looking for a great way to spend some great family time, come to your friendly local airport. At the 2019 Cavalcade of Planes you will enjoy all kinds of fun. There will be many types of aircraft to see both flying and on the ground. You can experience a great event including skydiving, formation flying, helicopter demonstrations, and much more!

Event: 2019 Cavalcade of Planes (Official Facebook Page - Click Here)
Date: Saturday, June 1st & Sunday, June 2nd
Time: 10am to 4pm Each Day
Location: Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport (130 S. Clow International Parkway)

Event tickets are already available and on sale now. Please click here to pre-purchase tickets and avoid any lines! You save money by pre-purchasing tickets, but "Day of Event" tickets will also be available: Adults: $6; 5-12 year old: $3; Under 5: FREE

Some 2019 Highlights:

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  • The Historic Ford Tri-Motor is back for 2019: Recall the energy, passion, and excitement of the Roaring ’20s by flying aboard the Ford Tri-Motor. Known as the first luxury airliner, the Ford Tri-Motor redefined world travel and marked the beginning of commercial flight.
  • How about taking a ride on a WWII Bomber? We'll have rides in a beautiful WWII B-25 Mitchel bomber available at Cavalcade this year. This is a RARE opportunity so click here to learn more.
  • Reserve Your Ride in a Piece of History! WWII Warbird rides are available in a North American T-6. Cost is $250 for a 15 minute ride or $415 for 30 minutes. Please click here to learn more.
  • Helicopter rides are officially added to the Cavalcade event again this year. Now's your chance to take a ride in a whirlybird! - join us at Cavalcade of planes. $40 per person. $5 discount for military or first responders (with proof). Please click here to learn more.

**Stay tuned to this Official Facebook Page for updated details and announcements.**

Article Posted By Michael Carpanzano, Volunteer Bolingbrook Patch Mayor

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