Vintage War Planes Returning to Pittsfield Airport

By Larry KratkaBerkshire News Network
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A P-51 Mustang was among the vintage planes that visited Pittsfield in 2008.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — In what may be their final appearance in the Berkshires, the Collings Foundation will be bringing back its warbirds to Pittsfield Municipal Airport in early October.

Among the vintage World War II planes are B-17 and B-24 bombers and a P-51 Mustang.

The Florida-based foundation confirmed with the Berkshire News Network that its members will be landing in the restored, vintage aircraft  at the airport on Monday, Oct. 3, will spend Tuesday giving tours of the airplanes and even flights. They will depart on Wednesday,  Oct. 5. 


The 30-year-old nonprofit Collings Foundation is dedicated to the preservation of the transporation vehicles that have transformed the nation. Over the past two decades, the "Wings of Freedom Tour" has allowed people a closeup look at the aviation machines that helped win World War II.

The bombers have made several appearances in the Berkshires over the last 15 years and their last visit was in 2008.  Aviation buffs should take note of these dates and plan ahead. 

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Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects

PITTSFIELD, Mass.—; The City's Department of Public Services and Utilities sewer lining replacement project continues the week of Dec. 8.
 
The sewer lining will be replaced in several locations as outlined in the schedule below. This work includes lining aging sewer pipes to help prevent future breaks within the sewer line. There should be minimal to no impact on residential sewer lines during this work.
  • Dec. 8-10: Danforth Avenue (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
  • Dec. 11: Wahconah Street, between North Street and Seymour Street & Park Street between
  • Wahconah Street and Seymour Street (Overnight work-6:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.)
    • During this time, Wahconah Street, from North Street to Seymour Street, and Park Street, from Wahconah Street to Seymour Street, will be closed to traffic. Residents and emergency vehicles will be allowed to enter and exit the street if necessary. For more information about this project, please contact the Water Department at (413) 499-9339.
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