HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED.
REMEMBERING THOSE WHO NEVER CAME HOME.
The Flight Home Memorial will be a permanent POW/MIA memorial honoring those who served,
those who sacrificed, and those who have yet to make their final flight home.
THE FLIGHT HOME MEMORIAL
More Than a Memorial. A Promise to Remember.
The Flight Home Memorial is being created at the New Lenox American Legion as a permanent place of remembrance for America’s Prisoners of War and those still Missing in Action.
At its center will stand a UH-1 Huey — one of the most recognizable symbols of the Vietnam War — surrounded by a memorial designed to preserve their stories, honor their sacrifice, and ensure future generations understand the cost of service.
UH-1 HUEY
Centerpiece Aircraft
NEW LENOX, ILLINOIS
Memorial Home
POW/MIA MEMORIAL
Honor • Remember
THE FIVE
Five Men. One Final Flight.
On February 2, 1968, five American servicemen were lost during a mission in Vietnam. Their names, their service, and their stories are at the heart of the Flight Home Memorial.
THE HUEY
The Huey Is Coming Home
Friday, September 18, 2026
After decades away, a UH-1 Huey secured for the Flight Home Memorial will make its journey to New Lenox, Illinois.
Veterans, riders, families, organizations, and community members are invited to be part of the historic homecoming as we escort the Huey to its new home at American Legion Post 1977.
GET INVOLVED
Help Bring the Memorial to Life.
The Flight Home Memorial is being built through the support of Veterans, families, businesses, unions, organizations, and community members who believe these stories must never be forgotten.
Whether you give, volunteer, become a sponsor, or simply help share the mission, there is a place for you in bringing this memorial home.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Join the businesses and organizations helping make this permanent memorial possible.
GET INVOLVED
Volunteer, participate in upcoming events, or find another way to support the mission.
LATEST UPDATES
Follow the Journey Home.
From the Huey’s journey to New Lenox to construction milestones, community events, and the people helping make the memorial possible — follow the progress of the Flight Home Memorial.
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The Huey Is Coming Home September 18
The Flight Home Memorial’s Huey is officially coming home. Get the complete schedule, escort information, and details for welcoming the aircraft to New Lenox.