PIERRE — Dozens filled the terminal and baggage claim area of Pierre Regional Airport early Friday evening to welcome the newest addition to the Eagles Gallery at P-I-R. A full color drawing of Wade Hubbard’s F-4 Phantom fighter joins four other histortic military aircraft in the terminal. Airport Liaison Commissioners Jamie Huizenga says the gallery reflects the culture of the Capital City…
Artist and historian John Mollison share a saying with the crowd of around 50; when an old man dies, a library burns…
Hubbard flew 429 combat missions and was shot down once. He obtained five Distinguished Flying Crosses during his time as pilot. He shared the story of his first flight in the F-4 Phantom…
The Eagles Gallery at P-I-R is sponsored by the Pierre/Fort Pierre Rotary Club.
