Kermit Weeks Inducted to EAA Hall of Fame

Polk City, FL - (Nov. 3, 2005) - The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) recently inducted Kermit Weeks, owner of Fantasy of Flight near Polk City Florida, to the EAA Hall of Fame in Oshkosh, WI.

At the age of 16, Weeks devoted his love for aviation to the building of his first aircraft, which led to participating in aerobatic competitions, becoming a two-time US aerobatic champion.

Weeks started his aircraft collection at the age of 24 including a T-6, P-51, P-40 and many more, ultimately leading him to open Weeks Air Museum in Miami.

In 1995, Weeks opened Fantasy of Flight - "The Worlds Greatest Aviation Collection" near Polk City. His vision, to inspire mankind to go beyond himself through flight, is evident through his passion at Fantasy of Flight where Weeks participates in many of the daily aerial demonstrations flying rare, vintage aircraft.

Since the 1950's, the EAA has honored men and women who have made valuable contributions to aviation. The organization encourages the preservation and safe operation of ex-military aircraft known as Warbirds.

One of the nation's premier aviation attractions, Fantasy of Flight, located midway between Tampa and Orlando off I-4 exit #44, is open from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Fantasy of Flight is home to the "World's Greatest Aircraft Collection" featuring over 40 beautifully restored rare and vintage aircraft, Corsair flight simulators, daily restoration shop and back-lot tours, aircraft-of-the-day flights, sight and sound multi-sensory immersion experiences. Hot-air balloon rides and open cockpit bi-plane rides also available. For further information visit www.fantasyofflight.com or call 863-984-3500.

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