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American Air Day - a special ten-year celebration at IWM Duxford, Saturday, 28th July 2007 from 10am

Less shock, more awe-inspiring - as IWM Duxford says happy tenth birthday to its sensational tribute to Uncle Sam - the stunning American Air Museum.

The stars - as well as the stripes - will be out in force for this spectacular day of entertainment, American-stylee. You can yank your doodle to your heart's content at what promises to be a great family day out.

K-9 US Air Force dog unit

The Dogs of War

Not only will the American Air Museum be decked out to the nines, but there will also be special demonstrations from the K-9 dog unit, massive fire trucks, a combat medical team field display, live music from the United States Air Forces Europe rock band and more American-themed stands and stalls than you can shake your pom-poms at!

Is it a bird...?

No, it's a plane. And not just the one... Taking to the skies will be some of the very latest combat aircraft boasting state-of-the art equipment and firepower. From fast jets to huge helicopters to massive troop carriers, they'll all be lifting off together with the mighty B-17 Flying Fortress Sally B and a P-51 Mustang.

American Air Museum, IWM Duxford

What a brilliant birthday bash!

It's not just a day to celebrate the museum's ten years - it's also being billed as a tribute to the US Air Force's 60 years of service and operations in Europe.

During the First World War five American Aero Squadrons were based at Duxford - a tradition that lasted through to the end of the Second World War. The American Air Museum was opened in August 1997 to pay tribute to the 30,000 US airmen who gave their lives flying from British bases, including Duxford, during WWII.

The details...

IWM Duxford American Air Day is on Saturday 28th July 2007. Gates open at 10am and the entire site will be open to visitors.

Ticket prices: Adults £19.95; concessions £16.50; young persons £13.50. Children under 16 are free.

Duxford is located just south of Cambridge at junction 10 of the M11. There is plenty of free parking on-site.