67th Honor Flight Departs Moline With Over 80 Veterans
The 67th Honor Flight, carrying over 80 veterans from Korean War, Vietnam, and Cold War eras, departed from Moline, Illinois, on Tuesday for Washington, D.C. The veterans are scheduled to return to the Quad Cities International Airport later Tuesday night.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, September 22, 2026 —
More than 80 veterans embarked on a special journey Tuesday as the 67th Honor Flight departed from Moline, Illinois. The flight is bound for Washington, D.C., carrying service members who served during the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War eras.
The Honor Flight program aims to transport America’s veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. Participants in this 67th flight represent a significant cross-section of American military history, honoring those who served during periods of intense global conflict.
The veterans are expected to return to the Quad Cities International Airport later on Tuesday night. The exact details of their schedule in Washington, D.C., were not provided.
The specific names of the veterans or any accompanying guardians on this particular flight were not made public. The Honor Flight Network is a national initiative, and this event marks another significant chapter in its ongoing efforts to recognize and thank veterans for their service.
The program relies on volunteers and donations to facilitate these trips, covering all costs for the veterans. This mission underscores the continued commitment to ensuring these veterans receive the recognition they deserve for their contributions to national defense.
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