B-17 in Bowling Green

Throughout the years veterans have signed their names on the bomb bay doors of Sentimental Journey. Many signatures cover the doors that document the veterans’ history in the planes.

By Shaban Athuman

Sentimental Journey, a B-17 World War II bomber, arrived at the Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport on Monday and will stay until Sept. 19. The plane will be offering tours for a suggested donation of $5. The price for rides start from $425 to $850. Out of the 12,700 B-17 Bombers created, the Sentimental Journey is one of 10 bombers that can still be flown today. The aircraft is part of the Commemorative Air Force’s fleet from Mesa, Arizona.