Historic Flight - Spokane

As the 4th of July approaches, we would like to let our patrons know that we will be closed so that our volunteers and staff can enjoy the holiday.

To commemorate Independence Day, I'd like to share a memoir by Robin Olds, he is recognized by the American Fighter Aces Association as the only pilot to "make ace" in both the P-38 (5 victories) and the P-51 (8 victories). This book is one of many examples we celebrate the coming holiday.

Keep your eyes on the skies tomorrow starting around 11am as we fly our DC-3 around Spokane and Coeur d'Alene to honor Memorial Day. We're specifically flying over Fairmont Memorial Cemetery in Spokane, and McKuen Park in Coeur d'Alene.

*The DC-3 is an iconic aircraft that played a significant role in aviation history. First introduced in the 1930s, it became widely used during World War II and is still celebrated for its durable design and versatile capabilities. On Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to their country, including those who flew and maintained the DC-3 during times of war and peace.*

Come and see our 1927 Cadillac Phaeton in the Lilac Parade this Saturday!

Come and join us today at our event 'Dust The Rust' from 10am-4pm! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

HFF pilots and planes will test-fly the fleet following annual inspections. Once “squawks” (i.e., adjustments) are addressed and each pilot demonstrates proficiency. Join us to witness the process. It’s a picnic for the senses.

*Event is at our facility in Spokane - $12 for adults, $10 for Seniors and Military members, Kids 12 and under are an optional donation.

Schedule a flight in our B-25 Mitchell: It was the first army plane to see action on every fighting front of WW II, the first to sink a submarine, and the first medium bomber to fly from a carrier deck. Yet it was designed in just 40 days, without wind-tunnel tests or prototypes.

The plane’s initial flight occurred in August, 1940. Designed to carry a 3,500 pound bomb load and a crew of five, it easily carries a heavier bomb load at a cruising speed of 200 mph, with red-line at 340 mph. Its wingspan is 67 feet, 6 inches, with fuselage length of 54 feet. It measures 15 feet, 9 inches from the runway to the top of its twin tails. The B-25 empty weighs 20,300 pounds, but when loaded to capacity weighs 35,500 pounds.

Two Wright Cyclone engines—each delivering 1,700 hp—drive Hamilton hydromatic propellers. Grumpy is fitted with a special bomb bay ferry fuel tank allowing the aircraft to remain airborne for over 11 hours.