charles lindbergh monument

LadyeHawke

For those interested in flight, they may want to take the short drive to see the monument and read the plaque. For others, don't waste time.

michaelrR7737FD

I was here on business and being a pilot it was cool to see this! Also the airport itself has a large amount of crop dusters sitting on the ramp. A lot of cool airplanes to look at!

hiredpen

Although there is not much to do in Americus, visiting the Charles Lindbergh Monument is interesting. Make sure you go during operating hours or everything is closed.

628KathleenH

We actually found the monument by mistake. There was a sign that there was an historical marker, but we had trouble finding it. Finally went toward the local airport and found the monument and inscription regarding Charles Lindbergh. My husband being a pilot himself found it very interesting. It's too bad they don't promote it more.

Gu3mom

Unless we missed something elsewhere on the grounds, all there is to see here is a statue of Lindbergh in a tiny "park" (not much bigger than the base of the statue) near the entrance of the airport. You don't even need to get out of your car.

PierresFamily

As aviation buffs, our family members were thrilled to see a monument marking the site of Lindbergh's first solo flight, there at Souther Field. The statue shows him wingwalking, which he did in his eary days, to earn money for his Curtis Jenny airplane. As been stated at other places, it's a little challenging to find, but WORTH the effort. Helpful hint: Going South, the road to the Jimmy Carter Regional Airport, where the statue stands, is past the college entrance, on the right. I understand there are also exhibits inside the airport, which we hope to see next time! Definitely worth a brief side trip, if you are in the Andersonville or Plains area!

MikeC570

History was made there! Charles Lindbergh bought his first plane, and soloed at Souther Field; the oldest continuously operated air port in the Western Hemisphere.

macofmootnmac

He showed up here to continue a dream he had of becoming an aviator. Looking for a bargain, he knew he would find surplus WW1 aircraft trainers here. I don't know if Lindbeghs dreams that day included flying solo across the Atlantic one day, but, from here at Souther Field, Americus, Georgia he flew off into history as one of the greates aviators in America. To be able to stand on the patch of ground that not only gave Lindbergh a start but also to be where some of the bravest pilots in Americas 1st World War trained gave me chill bumps.

Souerpow

Slightly off the beaten path but a short, easy drive to get there. A pleasant find within the Jimmy Carter Regional Airport.

GabrieleS652

It's not a big place nor an ostentatious monument but one that can remind travelers that sometimes inconspicuous beginnings eventually create a lasting impact. This holds true both for Lindberg's First Solo flight commemorated at the air port as well as former president Carter whose modest beginnings in nearby Plains, GA led to far greater impact not only as president but long after.This attraction would be well included with others of interest. Perhaps if one is coming to the airport for another reason or are driving along 49 North toward Perry or Macon, GA.

BethS631

Not in a good location. No sign showing where to turn off the main highway. Not enough history on the site.

vcwill

not terribly exciitng, but since you'll pass it anyway on the road between Americus and Andersonville you should stop so you can say you've been! Site of Lindbergh's first solo flight. It'll take you 5 minutes.

lmgfitness

We did not know that Lindbergh's first flight was from this area. It's only a monument, so a quick picture and that's all.

Cpitt

Quick visit. Monument is located at a small regional airport. Lindbergh bought his first airplane here for $500, a Curtis Jenny.

RetiredTravelerTN

The Charles Lindbergh Monument at Souther Field commemorates Charles Lindbergh's first solo flight there in 1923. A statue of Lindbergh on an airplane wing stands atop a pedestal at the front side of a small airfield just 4 or 5 miles from downtown Americus, north on Hwy 49. A historial marker also documents the event. It's a nice place to stop on a pretty day.The usual brown historical attraction road signs are posted on Hwy. 49 just north and south of the turn, but it's not clear that you should turn on the road to the Souther air field. Another brown road sign at that point would help tourists find the monument without passing it and then backtracking.This is not a huge attraction, but if you enjoy historic places, it's worth stopping for a few minutes. Small planes parked nearby are also of interest.