Updated
Updated · WKTV · Jul 9
US Air Force Plans KC-135 Flyover for 49th Boilermaker Race Party
Updated
Updated · WKTV · Jul 9

US Air Force Plans KC-135 Flyover for 49th Boilermaker Race Party

3 articles · Updated · WKTV · Jul 9

Summary

  • A KC-135 refueling tanker from the 914th Air Refueling Wing is scheduled to fly over the Boilermaker Road Race post-race party in Utica on July 12, weather permitting.
  • Boilermaker officials said the flyover is meant to celebrate the achievements of more than 15,500 participants and add to festivities outside F.X. Matt Brewery.
  • The 49th running of the race is drawing thousands to Utica, making the days before Sunday's event one of the city's busiest preparation periods.

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