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Journalists seeking additional information may contact Kandice Stephens, public relations representative for Fantasy of Flight, via e-mail<\/a> or by phone, 863-984-3500 x222.<\/p>\n POLK CITY, FL (January 29, 2015) \u2013\u00a0 Fantasy of Flight owner, Kermit Weeks, announced today the opening of a scaled-down museum on Friday,\u00a0 January 30th. \u201cWe want to allow the\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (March 4, 2014)\u00a0\u2013 Fantasy of Flight owner, Kermit Weeks, announced today that effective Sunday, April 6, the attraction will be closing its doors as a public attraction\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (January 20, 2014) \u2013 \u2013 For the sixth year, Fantasy of Flight, home to the World\u2019s Greatest Aircraft Collection\u2122, will once again welcome the nation\u2019s first African-American\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (November 19, 2013) \u2013\u00a0Florida residents can experience an Attraction on a Higher PlaneTM for less this December. From December 1 \u2013 December 31, Florida residents will receive\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (November 5, 2013) \u2013\u00a0Fantasy of Flight is pleased to offer visitors who donate an unwrapped toy $5.00 off full- priced admission for each donation, November 11\u2013 December\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (October 21, 2013) \u2013 Back by popular demand, Fantasy of Flight is once again hosting nightFlight, an exploration of the paranormal activity that lives amongst the largest\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Florida residents can experience an\u00a0Attraction on a Higher Plane\u2122\u00a0for less this summer. From August 1 \u2013 August 31, Florida residents will receive $8 off adult general admission with a valid\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Howard Hughes' 1937 Sikorsky S-43 Flying Boat has arrived at Fantasy of Flight. Be one of the first to see this utterly unique and extraordinarily rare aircraft up close this\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, FL (July 1, 2013) \u2013 Fantasy of Flight is proud to once again be a partner of the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven\u2019s \u201cStuff the Bus\u201d project. The\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> New Operating Hours Create Opportunity to \"Light that Spark Within\"\u2122<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Aircraft and Automobile Enthusiasts Invited to Celebrate Milestone Anniversary of Florida's Largest Single Day Mustang Auto Show and Only Event to Showcase both Mustang P-51 Planes and Cars<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Winning Essays Explain how Airmen's Ideals of Leadership, Excellence, Advocacy and Determination are Essential to Success<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Aviation Attraction Reveals Additional 20,000 Square Feet of Planes, Parts and Historical \"Nuggets\" Previously Off Limits<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Elite Panel Includes Four-Star General, One of Nation's First Female Military Pilots and More<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> \"They Dared to Fly\" Student Essay Contest Salutes World War II Veterans During Black History Month for Their Leadership, Excellence, Advocacy and Determination<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Students Invited to Meet Airmen in Person at Fantasy of Flight's Legends & Legacies Symposium, \"They Dared to Fly\" Feb. 7-9, 2013<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Campaign by CNP of Winter Haven Invites Passersby to Stop Wondering and Stop in to Pet a \"Wild Mustang,\" Get up Close to \"Touchable Time Machines\" and Take to the Air in a Flying Museum that Never Gathers Dust<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Attraction Offers Free Admission to Military Heroes and $5 Off with Food Donation to Benefit The Mission in Winter Haven<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Spooky Events Add Treats to Local Food Bank Coffers, as Guests Enjoy $5 Off Regular Admission with Donation of Canned Goods<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Hundreds of Scouts Converge on Attraction to Participate in Hands-On, Immersive Activities among World's Largest Private Collection of Vintage Planes<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, Fla. (Sept. 13, 2012) - Kermit Weeks, founder and owner of The World's Greatest Aircraft Collection\u2122, Fantasy of Flight, has just released his second children's book entitled \u201cThe\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Attraction Seeking Veterans or Family Members to Share Stories and Written Letters from World War II as Part of Legends & Legacies Symposium Panel<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Fantasy of Flight Guests Receive $5 Off Admission with Approved Donation of School Supplies To Benefit Polk County Students<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> POLK CITY, Fla. (May 18, 2012) - On Friday, June 8 and Saturday, June 9, a few brave men will come forward to share their recollections of military service as\u2026<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article> Winning Essays Explain how Airmen's Ideals of Leadership, Excellence, Advocacy and Determination are Essential to Success<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/article>Fantasy of Flight Open Scaled-Down Museum<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Takes a Bold Next Step on Its Journey<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Rare Opportunity To Meet The Famed Tuskegee Airmen at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Florida Resident Discount in December at Fantasy of Flight <\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Receive $5 off with a toy donation at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Paranormal Activity at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Florida Resident Discount to Fantasy of Flight in August<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Get an Up Close Look at Howard Hughes Legendary \u201cFlying Boat\u201d July 4 -7 at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Providing the Right Tools to \"Light that Spark Within\"\u2122<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Announces Seasonal Operations Schedule and Future Plans<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight's Mustangs & Mustangs - Mustang Car and Airplane Show - Celebrates its Super, Souped-up 'Sweet 16'<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Announces Student Winners of \"They Dared to Fly\" Essay Contest Honoring Tuskegee Airmen<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
For First Time, Visitors Get Thrilling Look at Treasure Trove of Aviation Artifacts and Even More Legendary Aircraft as Fantasy of Flight Unveils Phase II of \"Golden Hill\"<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
From Wartime Adversity to a Life of Leadership, Heroes Share Inspiring Tales of Triumph at Fantasy of Flight's \"Beyond the Battlefield\"- a Brand New Event in the Fifth Annual Legends & Legacies Series<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Nation's First African-American Aviation Heroes, The Tuskegee Airmen, Return to Fantasy of Flight to Kick Off Fifth Annual \"Legends & Legacies\" Series<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Sponsors Third Annual Student Essay Contest Honoring Nation's First African-American Aviators, World War II Tuskegee Airmen, To Celebrate National Black History Month<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
New Ad Campaign Aims to Inspire Visitors to Book Their \"Flight Plan\" and Experience an Adrenaline Rush of Historic Proportions at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Celebrates America's Heroes with Veterans Day Weekend Salute Including Free Admission for Veterans<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Celebrates the Unexplained and Unexpected throughout October with Haunted Hangar Tour and nightFlight: Phase Three of the Paranormal Investigation<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Boy Scouts Earn American Heritage Badge with Help of Real Aviation Experts during Fantasy of Flight Camporee<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Founder Kermit Weeks Publishes Second Children's Book, \"The Spirit of Lindy\"<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Looks Back at Poignant Wartime Correspondence in \"Letters Home: Love, Courage & Survival\"<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Local Attraction Gives Back to Children in Need with Summertime \"Stuff the Bus\" School Supplies Drive<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight's Legends & Legacies Symposium Gives Voice to Veterans in \"Reflections of Vietnam\"<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
Fantasy of Flight Announces Student Winners of \"They Dared to Fly\" Essay Contest Honoring World War II Tuskegee Airmen<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t
World War II Military Transport Plane, C-47 Dakota, Makes Final Leg of Voyage to New Home at Fantasy of Flight<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t