Me and my family went to the WWII show in 2003.  I've been wanting to go ever since that, and this year I finally got to go again. It was so awesome and cool!  I had so much fun even though it was very hot.  I'm happy to say were going to go next year.

  sincerely,
  Taylor Bennett

Greetings and a big well done to all the wonderful staff there on the latest WW II weekend.  I and my friend mike have been down to your show many times and I just wanted to commend you and your volunteers on the job well done.  Aside from the rain, which no one can predict or control, we both very much enjoyed ourselves.  I liked very much how the encampments were moved around to change things up a bit and there really isn't much I can say I didn't enjoy about the weekend.  I was disappointed to see the number of bombers down and fighters as well but with weather conditions elsewhere and gas prices flying through the roof, I understand. 

The only suggestion I can think of that I would do is trash cans.  I walked all over and around looking for trash cans to throw my garbage out and about the only place I could find any was near the facilities or way over by the concession stands.  A few placed here and there among or along the fences would have been a big help, not a lot but a few at least.  I hope that i will be able to come to next years show, I am already looking forward to it.  This will be my 5th year.  Thanks for taking the time to read this, have a super day and God Bless you for the work you do keeping the memories of our veterans alive. 

Bob Bender Jr.
 

I just wanted to drop a thank you note for everything.  The students  
and the parents that came had a great time.  Here is a link to some 
of the pics.   I will also have a podcast in the next couple of days.

http://www.ccps.org/teachers/mhinton/Site/wwii%20field%20trip.html

thanks

Mike Hinton
 

Hi,

I just wanted to let you know that I made the trip all the way from Boston to attend the World War II Weekend thanks to your broadcast announcing  it.  What an event, very impressive!  Thanks..

Sincerely,

Lee H.

Boston, Massachusetts

I stumbled onto the MAAM WW2 weekend back in 1996. Being from Arizona it was nice to see the east coast Warbird collection. Since that time I’ve been to most of the major west coast air shows but I have found myself coming back to Reading, PA every June since 2001. I plan my whole summer vacation around the first weekend in June. It’s got something for everybody! If you’re from the north east and you’re not at this show, you’re missing out. It’s got atmosphere, something that is missing at most of today’s shows. I’ll be there again this year….rain or shine!

Rob S.

Sunny Phoenix, Arizona
 

I would like to thank the MAAM staff for all of their hard work in putting together the WWII weekend event.  It is definitely the highlight of my year.  I am really interested in this time period in our nation's history.  Also, as an avid R/C and plastic modeler, the WWII weekend provides the best opportunity to take photographs for scale documentation.  This weekend gives me a chance to pause and reflect on the sacrifices of our brave young men and women, and the cost of many of the freedoms that we enjoy today.  Once again, thank you, and keep up the great work.

See ya in June.             

Bob H.     

Chambersburg, Pa.

I have been coming to Reading's WW2 Weekends since 1994.  I have not missed a year thus far.  What can I say, but WOW!   I LOVE IT !  It is like stepping back in time.  I have met so many WONDERFUL people over the years.  I probably
have a few thousand photographs.  

CAN'T WAIT till next year,
James B
PGH, PA.
 

I had the great privilege to attend your show this past June.  This is the 4th time I attended this great event, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006.  Unfortunately I was unable to go in 2005.  I am 64 years old and as a kid the P61 Black Widow was one of my favorite aircraft.  In 2002 when I first found out about the plane you are restoring I was elated.  I visit your website often to keep track of the progress.  I must admit for a time I was disappointed because there did not seem to be much progress on the web site even though I was able to see the progress on the plane.  I have just reviewed the web site and in particular the “Widow’s Web” All I can say is “WOW”.  You are doing a great job and I will do anything and everything in my power to be there when this beauty flies again.  I have given money to help each time I have visited the museum, I just wish I had the wherewithal to do more.
 
Thanks for bringing this bird back to life.

Michael H.
 

Well this was our 5th year at the WWII weekend.  My boys aged 12, 10 and 8 look forward to this all year long.  This year we attended all three days and my sons were all in full uniform all three days.  We all appreciate very much the preservation of history and no one can convey that as can the heroes who were there.  We already have next year on the schedule and my sons are already watching the surplus stores for the next additions to their gear. 

Thanks for a truly great weekend.

David, Devon, Tyler and John N.

I recently drove up from North Carolina to attend the World War II Weekend.  It was the first one I had attended, and I wanted to express to you my appreciation for putting on such a good show.   The part I enjoyed most of all was meeting and talking with the WWII personalities that attended the show.  It was a true honor to meet all of the WWII veterans that attended.  Of everyone that attended I greatly enjoyed meeting Marvin Perrett (Higgins boat coxswain) and Dick Hewitt (P-51 pilot).  I am hoping to attend next years WWII Weekend and I hope that many veterans are able to return again for the next show.  They truly made it a wonderful experience for me.  Thanks again and I look forward to next years show.

Best Wishes

Matt M

As always another great job by the staff and all the volunteers in putting together a great weekend.  My son and I started attending in 2001, he had just turned 10.  Talk about living history!!  This is one of those places that we attend for the complete weekend every year and still see and learn something every single year.  We are members and while we don't get up to help, I recommended joining to everyone to keep this fine tradition going.  Does Teresa Eaman have a web site?  Such a powerful  voice.  Once again many thanks for a great weekend.

Jim and Josh G
 

This was our third year in attendance and it seems to get better every year. The Lancaster was great and the ability to meet key people in history is unmatched!  My sons were able to fire a few "rounds" from a 30 caliber, hold several other weapons of the era and we even got them each a "steel pot" helmet that they seem to wear every moment of the day.  As always weather plays a part but you do manage to work around it.

Thanks again!

Cal

Just wanted to let you know that I'm hooked on your GREAT Air show, & will be in attendance next year.  We drove down from NYC & spent two wonderful days in Reading Pa.  I attended both Sat. & Sun. shows & it just got better every second.  Hopefully next year Mother Nature might give us a better day. The fly bys were great & you had my favorite fighter plane the P-51D in attendance & flying. All the people were so nice & the special guests were the nicest people & American hero's I have ever been lucky enough to meet. The re-enactors were not only dressed to perfection, they were so knowledgeable in regard to all equipment & shared this with anyone who wanted to find out. One of the BEST Air show I have ever been to.

THANKS MAAM, see you next year-

Kerry S, Danny M.

Recent weekend was a big hit and although weather adversely impacted other units/aircraft during two of 3 nights, nothing could stop the Marine Machine from turning this into the event of events.  Details to follow but to cut to the chase it was all we had hoped for and more. 

Semper Fi

Russ Jamison
LtCol   USMC 

Hello,

First I would like to say thank you for putting on such a wonderful show.  I attended on Saturday, June 3rd.  I had such a wonderful time, I  will now be attending every year.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

James P

Great show, great guests, great crowds, great planes.  It just keeps getting better every year.

I was very glad also to have the chance to meet R. Lee Ermey, "Gunney", who I consider a true American patriot.  I hope he can be there again next year!

Thanks.

Mike P

This was the first time I was able to come to your show from Philadelphia.  It was nothing less than great.  Will be there again.  Great job

 Ron M

I visited the WWII weekend on June 3rd 2006 with friends and we thoroughly enjoyed our day.  It was fantastic, the highlight of the day was seeing the Lancaster bomber.  Myself being British it was very poignant to see. Although none of us were alive in the WWII so we have no experience of what happened in the war.  We were disappointed that the Spitfire and Hurricane were not present but the Lancaster made up for that. 

Thank you again for a great show.

Cheryl s, Tina K & Chris K    

I truly enjoyed the WW2 Weekend this year.  Each year I see something different, and learn a little.

I would like to know if it is possible to get one or two of the tickets that were used this year.  I do scrapbooking and I would like to have a ticket to put with my picture.  My daughter would also like a ticket.  I wish we didn't have to hand in the tickets.  They make a great souvenir.

Thanks for your attention!

 Diane

Ladies/Gentlemen,

Just a quick note of appreciation.  You out did yourselves this year.  A fabulous show.  My brother spent all day Friday at the show with our cousin & mentioned he felt the same, as I spent a short time on Friday but all day Saturday & Sunday.....I figured I spent 19 hours over the 3 days and we both felt the time goes by so fast. 

So many interesting people not only as invited guests but in attendance as well.  I am truly saddened when Sunday at 5 arrives.      

Already looking forward to next year's show on June 1,2 and 3.

Thanks.

Bob.

Dear MAAM members,

I just want to let you know that I have a great time at the World War 2 Weekend.  I enjoyed seeing the Avro Lancaster bomber and the consolidated B24 flying around the airport.  I also like hearing Theresa Eaman sing at the Officer's  Club.   But it was little disappointing not seeing the Messerschmitt 109 and the Spitfire.  I do understand that sometimes bad weather plays its part not having all the warbirds to show up for the week-end.  I  just want to say thank you for the great time.   

As for the next year world war 2 week-end I would like to see the return of the Lancaster bomber, and also would like to see the Messerschmitt 109, the PBY,  the P38 Lighting and a rain free week-end.

Thank you

Yours truly

Gene S

The Mid Atlantic Air Museum just finished their annual WW II weekend and as goes with outdoor events Mother Nature can tend to be temperamental from time to time.  Some of the air show acts had to cancel due to the weather; the Russell Group was grounded with their Hurricane, Spitfire, and BF-109.  The weather did little to dampen the spirits of those who showed up, and the show did go on in spite of low, heavy ceilings, and occasional drizzle.  The low overcast did diminish the quality of photos, but the Lancaster came out well.

Kudos’s to MAAM who organized and ran an excellent show in spite of the weather.  MAAM’s fine efforts are demonstrated with their ongoing P-61 restoration effort, which can be seen online at http://www.maam.org/p61.html.

Have a great day!

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