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North American F-100D Super Sabre

North American F-100D Super Sabre

The first mass-produced aircraft to exceed Mach 1 (the speed of sound) in level flight, the F-100 Super Sabre took the US Air Force into the supersonic age when it entered service in 1954.

Its introduction was not without problems, though. Instability problems caused several early F-100s to crash. North American addressed the problems in subsequent versions of the F-100.

The F-100D model was optimized for ground attack, and had larger wings as tail surfaces, an autopilot, advanced avionics, and the ability to carry air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles. Many Super Sabres supported the US war effort in Vietnam, flying most of the close air support missions in the first half of the war. The 120th Fighter Squadron of the Colorado Air National Guard with their F-100Cs became the first Air Guard unit to fight in Vietnam when they were deployed in 1968.

North American built the museum’s F-100D in 1957. The airplane served during several “crises” in its career, being deployed during the Lebanon Crisis in 1958, the Berlin Crisis in 1961, and the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. In 1965 the Air Force transferred it to Lowry AFB as a training airframe.

The F-100D is on loan to Wings Over the Rockies from the National Museum of the US Air Force.

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Saturday Feb 14
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In
Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Love is in the air! Start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft, and a little romance at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re featuring a special pop-up exhibit from Wings Museum’s archives celebrating aviators in love. Step back in time and discover the personal side of aviation history through heartfelt stories and rare artifacts, including:

  • WWII letters from the newly acquired Earle Parker collection
  • 1940s Victory mail (V-mail) photographs and correspondence
  • Additional archival pieces that reveal how relationships have endured globally throughout the decades

Plus, you’ll also have the opportunity to chat with our Curator, Stewart Bailey, who will share behind-the-scenes insights into our archive, answer questions, and highlight the remarkable stories housed within our collections. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!

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Pilots – Fly in for free breakfast! For tie-down space, contact Flight@WingsMuseum.org or 303.360.5360 ext. 160.

Food Truck: Cruz In & Eat

*Weather permitting. Aircraft on display are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.

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Monday Feb 16
10:00AM TO 2:30PM
Air & Space Museum

Artemis II Family Day
Artemis II Family Day
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 | 10:00AM to 2:30PM

We are going back to the moon and beyond! All are invited to explore human space flight during our Artemis II Family Day at Wings Over the Rockies® Air & Space Museum. At this event, discover NASA’s plan to send astronauts beyond the Moon and how Colorado’s aerospace community is helping make it happen.

You’ll also have the chance to connect with local companies and professionals working on the Artemis program, hear from astronauts Steve Lindsey, Ronald Garan, and Scott Kelly, and ask your own questions about deep space discovery!

Activities:

  • Enjoy hands-on science experiments, expert perspectives, and activities for all ages throughout the day
  • Learn from engaging talks:
    • Life on the International Space Station (10:30 – 11:00 am)
    • Gateway to the Moon and Mars (1:00 – 1:30 pm)
    • What We’ll Face in Space (2:00 – 2:30 pm)
  • Concurrent Q&A on Hangar Floor (11:30 am – 12:30 pm):
    • Zone 1: The Mighty SLS Rocket
    • Zone 2: Jobs in Space
    • Zone 3: The Engineering Behind Artemis
    • Zone 4: Everything’s Harder in Space
  • Experience a live rocket launch (2:45 pm)

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Saturday Feb 21
9:00AM TO 10:00AM
Air & Space Museum

Veterans Coffee Hour
Veterans Coffee Hour
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 | 9:00AM to 10:00AM

Calling all veterans and their support networks – you’re invited to a special morning at the Air & Space Museum on Saturday, February 21, at 9:00 a.m.

Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee, early access to the museum before public hours and great conversations. Explore our aircraft collection with the help of knowledgeable volunteers, and take time to connect and share stories in a welcoming space.

We’d love to have you join us! Please register at the link below.

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