An upcoming event in Grand Junction will include tours and rides in three historic aircraft.

The Rocky Mountain Wing of the Commemorative Air Force will join with West Star Aviation and the Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona in hosting the event, set for May 23 through 31.

The living history tour at West Star Aviation at the Grand Junction Regional Airport will include tours and rides of the Boeing B-17 bomber Sentimental Journey and North American Aviation B-25 bomber Made in the Shade as well as a Piper NE-1 primary trainer.

On May 26, the Rocky Mountain Wing of the Commemorative Air Force will host the Western Colorado Falcon Aerolab student group. 

The Grand Valley students will receive a briefing on the bombers and their role in World War II as well as tours conducted by the flight crews.