B-17 Wings of Freedom Project

   By fulfilling a dream of completing the restoration of our B-17G "Lacey Lady", we mirror the determination of past generations. We will share in our progress and encourage participation with all who express an interest, no matter how large or small. We will make possible the preservation and display of our plane, in an effort to provide for the future and enduring and patriotic glimpse of the past."

The B-17 WOF Project got it's official start at a celebration held on March 23rd, 1996. It was a community wide event featuring guest speaker Dick Rutan (pilot of the Voyager) and the official Christening of the "Lacey Lady" by Bomber founder Art Lacey and his daughter Punky Scott. Vintage aircraft restorer and Project Leader Shane Wease and his crew detached the nose section from the plane and readied it for the trip to the restoration site in Aurora, Oregon. Many sponsors, volunteers, aviation enthusiasts and well-wishers were on hand to help launch this historic project.

Phase 1 - Complete

   The nose section of our B-17G Bomber the "Lacey Lady" is on display in the Wings of Freedom Showcase. It has taken us 3 years, many delays and a lot of perseverance, but the first step of this dream is complete. In the Wings of Freedom Showcase, located on The Bomber property, step back in time while you view the completed nose section of the plane, John Mulls renowned collection of World War II uniforms, an actual WWII United States flag, historical information about Art Lacey and The Bomber, as well as a huge collection of memorabilia dedicated to commemorating B-17 bombers