SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – Nearly 100 military veterans who served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War boarded a plane Friday morning for a trip to our nation's capital thanks to Honor Flight San Diego.
The trip holds profound meaning for the 92 veterans, as the Honor Flight provides a chance for them to be recognized for their sacrifice and service.
The group of heroes will have a packed itinerary, bringing them to several monuments in Washington D.C.
This year, Honor Flight San Diego teamed up with Feeding San Diego, as the nonprofit says 24% of active duty service members don't have enough access to food.
Those who plan to attend Sunday's homecoming are encouraged to bring non-perishable food to donate for the Feeding Heroes Initiative.
The veterans return home Sept. 29, at 1:15 p.m., at San Diego International Airport. Click here for more information on the homecoming event.
