St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) invites the public to join in our Welcome Home celebration for our Veterans on Tuesday, April 21, as Honor Flight of West Central Florida returns from a day-long trip to Washington, D.C.
- Mission: Honor Flight of West Central Florida (Mission 56) with 76 Veterans visiting the national memorials (HFWCF #56/PIE #54)
- The District Pub (pre-security, 2nd floor between Ticketing A & B) will be open 5–8 PM.
- Free parking available in Short and Long-Term Parking lots for event attendees.
- Public Welcome Home reception: 8:00 PM
- Media Info: Vehicles with press identification may park in the Ground Transportation Lot adjacent to Baggage Claim or in the Vendor Lane between Ticketing A and B with advance clearance. Please coordinate media access ahead of time.
PIE has supported Honor Flights since 2011, continuing its long tradition of honoring veterans on the same airfield that trained WWII fighter pilots when it was Pinellas Army Airfield. This event gives the community a chance to show gratitude to local Veterans who served our country. Additional Honor Flights in 2026 are scheduled for June 9, September 15, and October 20.
“Honor Flight of West Central Florida is proud to start our 2026 season by bringing these heroes to reflect at their memorials,” said Tracy Luchtenberg, President, Honor Flight of West Central Florida. “Please wear your patriotic colors and join us in giving our Veterans an uplifting Welcome Home.”
“It is an honor for PIE to host this important community event,” said Interim Airport Director Mark Sprague. “We welcome everyone to join us in thanking these Veterans.”
For more information about the Honor Flight, CONTACT Honor Flight of West Central Florida at: info@honorflightwcf.org www.honorflightwcf.org Telephone: (727) 498-6079
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport General Airport Information 727-453-7800
Airport Media Contact: Michele Routh, Airport Public Relations Director
mrouth@fly2pie.com 727-453-7879
