“WWII-Era Plane Brings Christmas Lights to Life Over Fort Worth and Arlington”
A Christmas Tradition Like No Other…
Flights
December 1st - December 31st
Pricing:
$200 per seat
Group rates offered for parties of 10 or more
Details
Fly around downtown just like Santa but with a 1942 twist! Our C-49 “Southern Cross” will take you around Fort Worth and Arlington to see some of the most amazing Christmas Light displays North Texas has to offer. Depart out of Modern Aviation at Meacham International Airport for the 45 minute experience meant for the whole family. Tickets sold by the seat. No children’s price. 3 years and younger can sit on lap for free.
Group Rates:
2+ passengers is $150 per seat. 10+ passengers is $120 per seat.
CBS News Feature:
News Articles:
Aerospace Global News: DC-3 Southern Cross brings back Fort Worth Christmas flights
Fort Worth Magazine: WWII C-49J Christmas Light Flight Over Fort Worth - Fort Worth Magazine
Vintage Aviation News: Greatest Generation Aircraft: Christmas Light Flights 2025 - Vintage Aviation News
Society Life Magazine: Greatest Generation Aircraft CHRISTMAS LIGHT FLIGHTS Society Life • Society Life_ November_2021
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