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Ford Tri-Motor plane expected to fly this week

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LAKEPORT, Calif. – A classic airplane is still on track to make a stop in Lakeport over the next several days.

The Ford Tri-Motor will be at Lampson Field from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, through Sunday, Jan. 22.

The tour is presented by the Experimental Aircraft Association, or EAA, based in Oshkosh, Wis.

The plane, built in 1929, will be flown by volunteer pilots.

Organizers said that, despite the forecast for rain, the plane's visit to Lake County and plans to offer 15-minute rides is still on track.

Tickets to ride in the Tri-Motor are $75 per person adult for adults (or $70 if booked online prior to Jan. 19) and $50 for children under 18. Rides are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

People also are welcome to come and view the plane for free.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.flytheford.org .

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