Eagle Scout Beautifies Airport Jet | Lincoln News

A teenage Eagle Scout named Ella Williams just gave Hastings Municipal Airport’s iconic Phantom F-4 jet a stunning makeover — and she did it all before starting high school. With help from family and friends, Ella cleared 1,400 pounds of old mulch, planted fresh flowers and grass, and laid down river rock to make the jet truly stand out. The project honors her grandparents, who originally donated the jet and had ties to the airport decades ago. With the Nebraska State Airshow coming in 2027, this landscaping upgrade is the perfect finishing touch — and Airport Manager Matt Kuhr couldn’t be more impressed by Ella’s community spirit and hard work. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68b409eb41a19faa