Midwest Community Experiences Aviation at Sullivan Regional Airport Fly-In

By Carmelo Turdo

The community of Sullivan, Missouri, located about 70 miles southwest of St. Louis, was treated to a day of classic Midwest aviation experiences at the Sullivan Regional Airport Fly-In Saturday.  A wide variety of non-aviation activities were available for the visitors, including a car show, craft booths, and dance performances, but the main attractions were in the air and on the ramp.  The local EAA Chapter flew over 80 Young Eagles - youth from 8-17 years old received their first flights in a variety of aircraft.  

The stars of the day were the Missouri Commemorative Air Force aircraft: B-25J Show Me, L-3 Lil' Show Me, and the TBM Avenger named for former President George H.W. Bush who flew this type of torpedo bomber as a young Naval Aviator in World War II. The B-25 delighted the visitors as it flew several times during the day with passengers receiving the ride of a lifetime.  The Aero Experience Team was on site to enjoy this Midwest community aviation event, and we encourage all who were not there to make plans to attend next year. 

Young Eagle Flights

Tom Cline Helicopter Robinson R-22 Rides - Fred Harl soars with his camera:

  


Arch and Air Evac Life Team medical helicopters:

General Aviation aircraft on display:

The Missouri Wing Commemorative Air Force B-25J, TBM Avenger and L-3: