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How do I become a member ... ?
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Where do you meet ... ?
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Who we are ... ?
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Do I have to be a pilot to join ... ?
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If I join will I be allowed to fly on the B-17 ...
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How much does it cost to join ... ?
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Can I tour with the plane ... ?
[To become a member of the Gulf Coast Wing, you must first become a member of
the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). After you are a member of the CAF, you are
entitled to become a member of as many CAF units as you choose. See the "Membership"
page for details.]
[We meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the GCW Hangar, located on the
east side of Hobby Airport (behind the Hertz rental facility), on Nelms St.
Time: 0930. See Directions Page. Public and prospective members are welcome.]
[We are members of the CAF and Gulf Coast Wing. We are a group of volunteers
dedicated to the goals of the CAF and restoring our assigned aircraft to flying
condition. We proudly volunteer time and energy to this endeavor.]
[No. You do not have to be a pilot or a veteran to become a member of the CAF
or our Wing. See the
membership page for more details.]
[Yes. You will be a crew member which will entitle you to fly on the B-17.
Of course flying is not the only part of being a member. Maintenance and other
logistics are involved in our operation.]
[The cost to join the CAF is $200 A
payment plan is available. In addition to the CAF dues, annual dues for the Gulf
Coast Wing are $50. See the membership page for
more details.]
[ All members are eligible to fly as part of the crew while the plane is on
tour.]
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