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Two iconic aircraft, known for helping win the Second World War, are touching down in Winnipeg for one week only.

The historic planes, Sentimental Journey and Maid in the Shade, are arriving on June 29.

Sentimental Journey is a Boeing B-17 (a model nicknamed "the flying fortress"). a heavy bomber aircraft which flew the heights of the Pacific during the war. The flying fortresses’ link to Canada dates back to 1943.

The Royal Canadian Air Force purchased six B-17s from the United States Army to carry letters from home to Canadian troops scattered throughout Europe. Maid in the Shade, a B-25 Mitchell bomber, is known for leading the first U.S. response following the attack on Pearl Harbour. The Royal Canadian Air Force used B-25s after the war for training and photographic surveillance.

Both of the planes will be on display at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada (958 Ferry Rd.) from June 29 to July 5. On June 29, the viewing will open at 1 p.m., but every day after the exhibit will open at 9:30 a.m.

Visitors are welcome to enjoy a tour of the famous aircraft in exchange for a $5 donation to the Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing, the permanent home of both aircraft. The World War II Bombers display is free for museum members to attend, otherwise it costs $10 for adults and $5 for children.

To find out more about the bombers or the viewing hours, visit royalaviationmuseum.com