Midwest Honor Flight still raising money for June 3 trip
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Midwest Honor Flight officials said they're still raising money for their upcoming Mission 26, which is set to fly out of Sioux Gateway Airport on June 3.
Members of the Thunder on the Missouri reported their 11th event raised almost $11,000 for the nonprofit's trip this June.
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The group is waiting on two sponsors, which officials said is expected to increase the amount of money raised to more than $12,000.
The event on Sunday had more than 100 vehicles take part, with about 300 people watching the ceremony.
When the veterans come home from the Midwest Honor Flight, the public is welcome to post up at the Hawthorne Aviation Hangar to say 'welcome back' to the travelers. You can make signs or bring cards to give to the veterans. However, balloons are not allowed.
The group is expected back around 9 p.m. on June 3, and doors open at 7:30 p.m. for the big welcome back.
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