Fantasy of FlightAbout Fantasy of Flight
Fantasy of Flight is a private aviation attraction and museum near Polk City in central Florida, founded and built around the vintage aircraft collection of Kermit Weeks. The site houses hangars with restored and airworthy aircraft from early to mid-20th century aviation.
Large restoration hangars, display aircraft spanning biplanes to early transports, and occasional flight demonstrations or special events featuring airworthy restorations. The attraction places emphasis on aircraft restoration and the operational preservation of historic types.
The collection grew through personal acquisition and restoration efforts and has been presented to the public as a museum and educational site; management focuses on preservation and flying examples where possible. The facility sits near Polk City in central Florida, between the Orlando and Lakeland regions, and is accessed by road from regional highways.
- Founder and collection access: The collection was assembled by collector Kermit Weeks; not all aircraft are on static display and some are kept in restoration hangars that can be viewed on tours.
- Visitor information: Operational hours and flight demonstrations vary; check the attraction’s official website before visiting as public access and events change periodically.
Best Time to Visit Fantasy of Flight
Visit in the drier, milder months (Oct-Mar) for comfortable conditions and the possibility of special flying events.
Weather & Climate near Fantasy of Flight
Fantasy of Flight's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1252 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 9° - 22° | 16° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 10° - 23° | 17° | 79 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 12° - 26° | 19° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 15° - 29° | 22° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 18° - 31° | 25° | 104 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 21° - 33° | 27° | 180 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 22° - 33° | 28° | 181 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 22° - 33° | 28° | 185 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 21° - 32° | 27° | 151 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 18° - 29° | 24° | 62 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 14° - 26° | 20° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 10° - 23° | 17° | 58 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Fantasy of Flight
Fantasy of Flight is about 15-20 minutes north of Lakeland, Florida, off North Airport Road. The site is reached by car from I-4 (exit toward SR 33/Polk City); signage from local highways directs visitors to the complex.
Tips for Visiting Fantasy of Flight
- Allow 3-4 hours to see main exhibits if interested in vintage aircraft and restoration workshops.
- Check the calendar-Fantasy of Flight hosts occasional flying days when aircraft perform takeoffs.
- Bring cash for the café and gift shop; parts of the site feel rustic and cash-friendly.