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Background
To date, there are only 26 airworthy
B-25’s remaining in the world – of
those, 24 are still flying in the US!
Five of those remaining 24 have
committed to attending this reunion
They are to be hosted at the Destin
Airport for public viewing and will
be available to provide paid flights.
B-25 Special
Promotional Opportunity
• The five B-25’s in attendance:
– Killer B, Douglas, GA
– Panchito, Georgetown, DE
– Special Delivery, Galveston, TX (Official plane
of the Doolittle Raiders Assoc.)
– Georgie’s Gal, Port Clinton, OH
– Yellow Rose, San Marcos, TX
B-25 Special
Promotion Opportunity
The Doolittle Raider reunion – and the presence of
the B-25’s – is generating great interest and travel
from all over the US and from around the world.
The presence of the B-25’s is a unique tie-in with the
Doolittle Raiders. The aircraft will draw attention to
our beautiful Emerald Coast and showcase it to an
entirely new audience that might otherwise miss out.
With the County’s continued emphasis on finding
meaningful and appealing ways to highlight our rich
history, this is a tangible and exciting demonstration
of Okaloosa County’s contributions to U.S. history.
B-25 Special
Promotion Opportunity
The B-25B aircraft will be participating in two
flying demonstrations in addition to the ongoing
presence at the Destin Airport. These flying
demonstrations will be open to the public and
free of any charge.
These fly-over and fly-by demonstrations will
be unique and exciting experiences that will
draw many locals and new visitors to our
shoreline to enjoy the planes AND showcase
our magnificent beaches.
B-25 Special
Promotion Opportunity
The B-25’s will participate in the “Thirty
Seconds Over the Emerald Coast” flyover on
Friday, April 19.
The prime viewing area for the flyover will
be the Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island,
spectators will most certainly shop, dine, and
patronize local businesses before and after
this exciting once in a lifetime demonstration
of American aviation heritage.
B-25 Special
Promotion Opportunity
The B-25’s will also perform a flyover
during the “Parade of Heroes” on
Saturday, April 20.
This will be our community’s salute to
all of our Armed Forces - past, present
and future. The flyover of the B-25’s
will add that special Okaloosa County
touch to the parade.
Request for One Time
Special Promotion Funding
Request a Total of $25,000 to fund B-25 participation
$20,000 to come from Tourist Development Tax 5th
penny. Unencumbered funds available in 5th penny
reserves for contingencies line item total $561,566
(Department 1151/Account 599090, as of April 2,
2013)
$5,000 from NWF Regional Airport VPS Marketing
Funds
Request for One Time
Special Promotion Funding
Assistance with funding of the five B-25B
aircraft and their appearances will greatly
improve the FWB Chamber of Commerce's
ability provide all other activities associated
with hosting the Doolittle Raider Reunion
while ensuring that the reunion remains a
World Class showcase of Okaloosa County
and it’s outstanding communities.