(During PCW Car Show) MFM's WWII C-47 Living History Plane Rides, Sat., July 19th, 2025
Schedule
Sat Jul 19 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Liberty Aviation Museum | Port Clinton, OH
The Liberty Aviation Museum & Tin Goose Diner is pleased to announce living history & sightseeing plane rides in Michigan Flight Museum's (formerly Yankee Air Museum) WWII Douglas C-47 Skytrain "Hairless Joe" on the following date (weather permitting) at the Erie-Ottawa International Airport in Port Clinton, Ohio:Dates: Saturday, July 19th, 2025
(During the Erie-Ottawa International Airport Vintage Airplane & Car Show!) Car show is FREE to attend! No charge to come out to see the show or the airplane! Only charge is if you are entering an airplane or vehicle into the show, if you're taking a C-47 plane ride or planning to tour the Liberty Aviation Museum during your visit if you are not a current Liberty Aviation Museum member (Current members attending the event receive free admission to the museum)
Times: 10am-3pm Saturday
**Other ride dates/times may be added if there is a demand for the aircraft.
Interior ground tours of the aircraft may be available for a donation.
(Does not include Liberty Aviation Museum admission).
Michigan Flight Museum C-47 branded merchandise will be available at the event for purchase!
C-47 Living History Sightseeing Flights cost (All ages):
$190.38 ( $185.00 Price + $5.38 Fees) (12 Available)
**Discount available for current Michigan Flight Museum members at companion and family membership levels only.
** Reservations can be made online here: www.miflightmuseum.org/fly
To schedule a ride or for questions about any of the Michigan Flight Museum Aircraft: B-25, C-47, and/or Huey, contact:
Rebecca at 734-252-6457 or
Email: [email protected]
Michigan Flight Museum's WWII Douglas C-47 Skytrain "Hairless Joe" (named after Lt. Col. Richard E. Cole's C-47 Skytrain he piloted in China-Burma Theatre. Cole was the last surviving member of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders and was co-pilot to Jimmy Doolittle).
The WWII Douglas C-47 Skytrain "Hairless Joe" formerly known as "Yankee Doodle Dandy” is owned and operated by the Michigan Flight Museum (formerly Yankee Air Museum (YAM)) and based at the historic Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Don't miss your chance to take an air adventure ride on this award-winning vintage aircraft.
The C-47 aircraft is a commercial Douglas DC-3 converted for military use during WWII that served in a variety of capacities in multiple operations throughout the war and beyond. The C-47 has often been referred by some of its former WWII pilots as the most rugged and reliable aircraft flown during the war. This can be attributed to the fact that its genesis was the Douglas DC-3, which was a commercial, passenger airliner. At that time the design specifications for commercial aircraft were far more rigid than for aircraft built solely for military use.
These hearty aircraft served to transport paratroopers to their destinations and played a vital role in the D-Day invasion at Normandy as well as the Battle of the Bulge. They also were used to transport troops, to tow gliders used for troop insertions behind enemy lines, to evacuate the wounded, and to deliver supplies. After the war, many C-47s were converted back to commercial DC-3 passenger airliners.
C-47 flights will give riders an exciting living history sightseeing experience over some of Port Clinton’s most interesting and familiar areas. After boarding and taxiing, and leveling off at a comfortable 1200’ altitude the C-47 riders will be able to move about the cabin and enjoy all the views.
Quick Tips About Your Flight:
- We ask that you arrive about 1 hour BEFORE your scheduled time and please dress appropriately for the weather. It is about 10-15 degrees cooler in the air than on the ground, however, if the aircraft has been sitting in the sun, the temperature inside can become warm.
-Please bring your ticket with you, either digitally or physically, when you arrive for your Air Adventure, along with a valid ID.
-We do not reserve specific seats for any of our aircraft.
- It is advised that you wear close-toed shoes.
- Ear protection is provided, however, you are more than welcome to bring your own.
- The flight offers ample time to move about the aircraft so each passenger can experience different stations during flight. The exception, of course, is that you cannot sit in the pilot or co-pilot seats, we try to keep them in their own seats.
- All sources of digital media are welcome aboard to capture your incredible experience.
- All passengers are required to sign a Release of Liability upon arrival.
- Be advised that there may be some waiting before you board the aircraft, this is normal to ensure a smooth operation.
- In the event the aircraft cannot fly (i.e. weather, mechanical issues, etc.), we will notify you as soon as possible, either via email, phone or both, to reschedule your Air Adventure.
- Michigan Flight Museum Members must show their valid membership card or welcome email if purchasing on site.
Air Adventure Restrictions
- The Museum prohibits firearms or other dangerous weapons on Museum property or aircraft including permit holders for concealed weapons.
-Children still using booster seats in a vehicle are too young to fly.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult, no exceptions. People aged 16 or older can fly alone.
- Children under the age of 18 need written approval from a parent or guardian. If neither will be in attendance with the child, please call/email to get the waiver ahead of time. 734-252-6457 or [email protected]
- Our aircraft were not designed for standard passenger operations or for those with mobility restrictions, however, we have successfully flown individuals of limited mobility.
- Passengers MUST be able to get in and out of the aircraft on their own volition, or with some MINIMAL amount of assistance to ensure their safety.
- Passengers should also be able to follow basic verbal instructions without assistance.
- Anyone with health concerns or those who are pregnant should always consult their physician before flying.
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted on the aircraft.
Refund Policy:
All sales are final for Air Adventure flights. Failure to show for any flight will forfeit the value of the ticket. Air Adventure locations, dates & times are subject to change due to reasons beyond our control. Flights may be cancelled due to, but not limited to: maintenance, weather, and/or other circumstances deemed appropriate solely by Michigan Flight Museum. All cancelled flights, resulting from any reason from Michigan Flight Museum, will be re-scheduled at a later date and/or time.
