The 105th anniversary of this historic event will be taking place at Wright Brothers National Memorial. In recognition of the Wright Brothers accomplishments, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service will be starting the event with a wreath laying ceremony. At 8:30 a.m. the wreath will be laid in the exact spot where the Wright Brothers had their first flight.
A more formal event will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the First Flight Pavilion. The North Eastern High School Band will start the celebration with patriotic music. Shortly there after, students from the First Flight Elementary school participating in the Wright Flight academic achievement program will recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Distinguished guests in attendance will include participants from the National Air and Space Museum and Southwest Airlines. Presentations will be made and awards handed out.
Following the presentation, the annual aircraft fly-by will commence at 10:35 a.m. The Military fly-by will include F-18 Hornets, F-15E Strike Eagles, Blackhawk Helicopters, C-130 Hercules and JJ-60 Jay Helicopters. Divisions of the Army, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard will be represented in the fly-by.
Gates to the event will open at 8 a.m. and admission fees to the park will be waived for the day. The day promises to be full of excitement and learning opportunities while celebrating this historic event. More information can be found at http://www.outerbanks.org/index.asp .
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