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History of Arkansas Aviation

Learn about the inspiration for the Wright Brothers’ airplane, Charles Lindbergh's connection with Arkansas, the founding of the Little Rock Air Force Base, and more!

Keith Carlson will teach us all about the history of aviation in Arkansas, including many early innovations in air travel, World War I and World War II aviators in Arkansas, and the founding of FedEx.

Keith Carlson is currently the Executive Vice President for Guaranteed Rate, Inc mortgage company. He has always had a passion for aviation, receiving his Pilot Certificate in May of 2022.  He and his wife Devon purchased their first plane in March of 2022 and enjoy exploring the many small airports across Arkansas and beyond. He is currently working on his Instrument and Commercial pilot ratings and has a goal of becoming a Certified Flight Instructor later this year.

For anyone of all ages who is interested in the topic of aviation. No registration required. Contact Megan at Laman Library for more information.

AGE GROUP: | General |

EVENT TYPE: | LINC - Learning |

TAGS: | planes | flying | arkansas history |

William F. Laman Public Library

Phone: 501-758-1720

Hours
Mon, May 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, May 18 Closed

About the branch

This is the primary location of the William F. Laman Public Library.

Upcoming Events

Sun, May 18, 6:30am - 9:30am
ROVER
Join Rover at the National Library Week 5k! As a mobile library, Rover will have fun activities and library services available as we cheer on the racers!

Sun, May 18, 7:00am - 9:00am
Argenta Public Library
The North Little Rock Public Library System and the Central Arkansas Library System have partnered to create the Rock, Paper, Run 5K to celebrate National Library Week.
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