Fly in a genuine Ford Tri-Motor!
EAA’s immaculate 1929 Ford Tri-Motor and its “sister” Ford Tri-Motor from the Kalamazoo Air Zoo are touring the country and visiting an airport near you. Take this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of flight in the world’s first mass-produced airliner!
May 25-27, 2013
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Oshkosh, WI
Pioneer Airport at EAA AirVenture Museum
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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May 25-27 – 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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May 24-27, 2013
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Kalamazoo, MI
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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May 24 – 2-5 p.m.
May 25-27 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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May 28-June 2, 2013
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Cleveland, OH
Burke Lakefront Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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May 28 – 2-5 p.m.
May 29-June 2 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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May 30-June 2, 2013
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Bolingbrook, IL
Clow International Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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May 30 – 2-5 p.m.
May 31-June 2 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 3-5, 2013
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Wintersville, OH
Jefferson County Airpark
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 3-5 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 3-5, 2013
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Elkhart, IN
Elkhart Municipal Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 3 – 2-5 p.m.
June 4-5 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 6-9, 2013
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Connellsville, PA
Connellsville Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 6 – 2-5 p.m.
June 7-9 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 6-9, 2013
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Greenwood, IN
Greenwood Municipal Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 6 – 2-5 p.m.
June 7-9 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 10-12, 2013
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Middletown, DE
Summit Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 10 – 2-5 p.m.
June 11-12 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 10-12, 2013
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Bethalto, IL
St. Louis Regional Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 10 – 2-5 p.m.
June 11-12 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 13-16, 2013
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Long Island, NY
Brookhaven Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 13 – 2-5 p.m.
June 14-16 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 13-16, 2013
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Quincy, IL
Quincy Regional Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 13 – 2-5 p.m.
June 14-16 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 17-19, 2013
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Danbury, CT
Danbury Municipal Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 17 – 2-5 p.m.
June 18-19– 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 20-23, 2013
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Yankton, SD
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 20 – 2-5 p.m.
June 21-23– 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 20-23, 2013
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North Andover, MA
Lawrence Municipal Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 20 – 2-5 p.m.
June 21-23 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 24-26, 2013
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Mitchell, SD
Mitchell Municipal Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 24 – 2-5 p.m.
June 25-26 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 24-26, 2013
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Fitchburg, MA
Fitchburg Municipal Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 24 – 2-5 p.m.
June 25-26 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 27-30, 2013
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Aberdeen, SD
Aberdeen Regional Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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June 27 – 2-5 p.m.
June 28-30 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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June 27-30, 2013
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Elmira, NY
Elmira/Corning Regional Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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June 27 – 2-5 p.m.
June 28-30 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 1-3, 2013
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Erie, PA
Erie International Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 1 – 2-5 p.m.
July 2-3 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 1-3, 2013
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Bemidji, MN
Bemidji Regional Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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July 1 – 2-5 p.m.
July 2-3 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 4-10, 2013
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Port Clinton, OH
Carl Keller Field
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 4 – 2-5 p.m.
July 5-10 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 4-7, 2013
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Brainerd, MN
Brainerd Lakes Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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July 4 – 2-5 p.m.
July 5-7 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 8-10, 2013
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Blaine, MN
Anoka County/Blaine Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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July 8 – 2-5 p.m.
July 9-10 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 11-14, 2013
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Columbus, OH
Ohio State University Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 11 – 2-5 p.m.
July 12-14 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 11-14, 2013
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Albert Lea, MN
Albert Lea Municipal Airport
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT
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July 11 – 2-5 p.m.
July 12-14 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 15-17, 2013
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Hamilton, OH
Butler County Regional Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 15 – 2-5 p.m.
July 16-17 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 18-21, 2013
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Kalamazoo, MI
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 18 – 2-5 p.m.
July 19-21 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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July 29-August 4, 2013
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Oshkosh, WI
EAA AirVenture
EAA's 1929 Model 4-AT & Kalamazoo Air Zoo's 1929 5-AT
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July 29-August 3 – 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
August 4 – 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
**75 per seat
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Chapter Application for EAA Ford Tri-Motor Tour
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2013 fall tour and the 2014 tour
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of a flight?
Flights in EAA's 1929 Ford Tri-Motor are $70 per adult in advance (walk-up price is $75), $50 per child 17 and under.
How many people does the Tri-Motor carry?
The Tri-Motor carries up to 9 passengers at a time, and every seat on the aircraft has a window. It is possible to reserve an entire flight of 9 passengers.
Can I bring a camera?
Yes, you are encouraged to bring cameras and camcorders on board.
Are there any special considerations for children?
An adult must accompany children under the age of 16. Children under the age of 2 can be carried free of charge in an adult's lap.
How accessible is the airplane?
Access to the airplane is easy and not normally a problem for elderly, large or mobility-limited people. Two normal-sized steps are used to enter the cabin. Seats are individual (no double seats) and separated by an aisle. Seatbelt extensions are available.
Is it possible to fly in the co-pilot’s seat?
During the tour there are a very limited number of opportunities to fly in the Ford Tri-Motor’s co-pilot seat, priced at $125. You can only purchase the co-pilot seat on site due to limited availability.
What is the history of EAA’s Ford-Tri-Motor?
Learn more about the fascinating history of this particular airplane.
What is “EAA”
The Experimental Aircraft Association is a nationwide organization of over 176,000 aircraft enthusiasts. The Ford Tri-Motor is a flying outreach component of the EAA AirVenture Museum based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Is a waiver of liability required?
Yes, you can view the waivers here: Adult | Minor
Parents are required to sign a waiver for each minor under the age of 18
What if I have other questions?
If you have further questions, please email flytheford@eaa.org
EAA’s Ford Tri-Motor in the early 1930s
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Inside EAA’s Ford Tri-Motor
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EAA’s Ford Tri-Motor Media Information
EAA Ford Tri-Motor Chapter Manual
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