MISSION STATEMENT

It is the mission of the Friends of the DAAB to act as a bridge, as embodied in its collections and programs, between the 20^th century events of Southwestern Louisiana as they contributed to the development of the DeRidder Army Air Base and the future of general aviation at the Beauregard Regional Airport.

Dedicated to the primacy of the visitor experience, the Friends of DAAB aim to serve the public as a welcoming center with a focus on creating public awareness and appreciation of the value of aviation and its role within the community through out time.

GOALS

To increase public awareness of aviation and the facilities of the Beauregard Regional Airport through the following programs.

PROGRAMS

Preservation:

Establish a Historical District and Public Park as part of the

 Myths & Legends Scenic Byway.

Assist in maintenance and preservation of existing facilities.

 Historical research

Artifact displays

Education:

                        Develop and maintain an Aviation Resource Lab

                        Organize Introduction to Aviation educational program.

            Charitable      

                        Annual “Soldier Away from Home” Christmas Dinner

FUNDING

            Membership

                        Annual tax exempt membership dues of $60.00.

Benefits include one free lunch each month at the 4^th Saturday Fly-in/Drive-in, free admission to all other events, access to the Aviation Resource Lab, and a quarterly newsletter.

Events

                        4^th Saturday Fly-in/Drive-in Lunch

                        Annual Warbird Wings & Wheels Fly-in/Drive-in

            Contributions

                        Cash and/or services