There's big news about Disney's 'Planes' circulating the air today.  This family friendly sky flying adventure set to land in 3D in theaters this summer {August 9, 2013 – to be exact} is reaching for the sky with this big news.

Walt Disney Studios has announced that funny man and actor Dane Cook has been tapped to voice Dusty, the movie's charismatic racing plane & lead character.  According to Walt Disney Studios, 

“Dane Cook brings unmatched charisma and brilliant comedic timing and instincts to the character.  He gives Dusty a great edge.”

Disney’s 'Planes' is an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure about Dusty’s dream of competing as a high-flying air racer—and his decidedly unfortunate fear of heights.  Cook is most known for his stand-up comedy appearances on Comedy Central and HBO specials.  He's also collaborated with a slew of other comedians in various films and television episodes.  

In our house, we are BIG {as in larger-than-life} 'Cars' fans so I'm particularly excited about this newest Disney flick, since its inspiration comes somewhat from Disney/Pixar's 'Cars' movie.  My younger two boys have their entire bedroom decked out in 'Cars' / Radiator Springs decor so I'm fully expecting they'll want to switch it up a bit to the 'Planes' theme after this summer.

How about your family?  Will you make it out to theaters in August to hop aboard Disney's newest sky-high adventure?  

To keep up-to-date, you can check out Disney.com/Planes, or find Disney Planes on Facebook and Twitter.

Information courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures.

Photo credits: Walt Disney Pictures