St. Andrews Airport marks 60 years
Vintage planes will be taking to the sky over a Manitoba community to celebrate a significant milestone for its airport.
The St. Andrews Airport is turning 60, and is holding an open house until 7 p.m. on Friday.
Guests can see aviation displays, enjoy food, and live music is also available.
The airport is also giving flights on four planes from the Second World War: A Harvard Mark II, a Tiger Moth DH82C, a Cornell PT26 and a Fleet Finch 1. Flights on the planes needed to be booked in advance.
The St. Andrews Airport covers roughly 473 hectares in the community.
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