On This Page; News, Shuttle Facts, and More!

Tomahawk, WI: The shuttle made its first appearance at the Tomahawk Airport for the annual Fly-In Sunday, August 17th. Hundreds of guests from all over the country, including New York, Minneapolis, Chicago, Appleton, Kiel, Wausau, and of course, Tomahawk, toured the shuttle. (Pictures at left) More Photos by Lisa King.

Winter on the 4th of July!

Lynn Lensmire Retires.

D.C. Everest launch set for Monday, October 6.

Campbellsport, WI: Campbellsport Elementary School has been added to the shuttle schedule on October 7 and 8.

Tomahawk, WI: The Spirit of Education and crew will be in Tomahawk on Saturday, November 1 for Fall Fest.

Owen, WI: The shuttle in the Owen Jr. Fair Parade.

Future public appearances by the shuttle and crew include visits to Merrill, Tomahawk, and Wausau, WI. Read More

To view pictures of previous missions, please go to the "Photos" page.

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Watch students at work on the shuttle!

View the work stations on board the shuttle.

Sharon Ryan, the creator of the Dream Flight USA Foundation and the shuttle program.

Meet the on board shuttle crew.

Marie Traska, our on board shuttle teacher.

Barry Brubaker, Shuttle Pilot

Keith Karow, Shuttle Pilot

New Student Section

 

Students wishing to comment on their experience on board the Dream Flight USA shuttle, the Spirit of Education, may email us at dream@dreamflightusa.com.  We will post your emails here.

Please put the word “shuttle” in the subject line of your email.   


A Variety of Missions

The Dream Flight USA shuttle, the Spirit of Education, is available to schools and events throughout the year. From air shows and summer school classes, to space camps and community events, the shuttle has traveled to destinations throughout Wisconsin.

The shuttle is good for business, too. The Spirit of Education has been part of grand openings and open houses at businesses in central Wisconsin. You will also be able to view the shuttle during and after parades and other community events this summer.

If you are interested in having the shuttle visit your school or event, please send an e-mail to dream@dreamflightusa.com


Shuttle Facts

Length: 45 feet

Weight: 44,000 pounds

Height: 13 feet 6 inches

Width: 8 feet 6 inches

Range: 1400 miles without refueling

Climate controlled: Yes

On board heating system: Yes

On board air conditioning: Yes

Hangar: Progressive Travel, Spencer, WI

Crew: Pilot and Teacher

The Word is Out About Dream Flight USA

See what teachers, administrators, parents and students are saying about the Dream Flight USA Shuttle Experience:

WOW! I had my class onboard today and the time just flew!! I knew it was great for the kids when I had time to realize that in over 2 hours, not one child asked to go to the bathroom!! When does that ever happen during a regular 2 hour time period?
--Bonnie G. 4th Grade Teacher

Visit the "Testimonials" page for more comments.


 

 


Dream Flight USA Merchandise

Caps, T-shirts, inflatable shuttles, shuttle pencils, and more are available on the "Merchandise" page.

Dream Flight USA Info

The Dream Flight USA Foundation is organized and operated exclusively for educational purposes as specified in Section 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Tax-deductible donations may be made to the Dream Flight USA Foundation. Our address is: Dream Flight USA Foundation, P.O. Box 1931, Wausau, WI 54402-1931.
©2008 Dream Flight USA Foundation, Inc.