ANCHORAGE, Alaska—
A local museum is hosting a quiet reminder of former Sen. Ted Stevens' contributions to aviation. The Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum has placed a wreath on a vintage Grumman Goose aircraft that spent decades flying the Last Frontier.The late senator helped donate the aircraft, which is part of the museum's outdoor display. Amphibious aircraft have a rich history in Alaska, and at times carried Stevens on his many visits to rural communities.
“This plane flew for U.S. Fish and Wildlife (Service),” said the museum’s Shari Hart. “It has quite a history in Alaska, and we're very honored to have the Grumman Goose here as part of our exhibit.”
The museum also put together an indoor exhibit showcasing Stevens’ personal collection of aircraft models.
Contact Ted Land at tland@ktuu.com
