Wings Over The Rockies

Summer Drone Program
2024-06-10 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
This class is sold out.
Become a drone pro this summer! Enroll in Wings Over the Rockies™ Summer Drone Program for ages 16-19. Learn everything you need to know about drones, from flying techniques to industry applications.
This is an intensive program where students will develop a strong understanding of drone safety and regulations, and receive hands-on drone flying experiences, expert guidance and an opportunity to meet industry professionals. Plus, you’ll be able to get prepared to ace the FAA Part 107 and be able to schedule your test to become a certified drone pilot! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to soar into the world of drones with us this summer. Register now!
Class dates are Mondays through Thursdays, June 10-13, June 17-20 and June 24-27 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Participants must attend all 12 classes. Additional coursework and studying is required outside of the classroom. FAA guidebooks and drone equipment are provided for this program.
Classes will be held at Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).
Cost: $265 (includes $175 for FAA Part 107 test)

Members Only: Comic Creator Workshop
2024-06-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Air & Space Museum
Unleash your creative side at this workshop celebrating the opening of our new Snoopy and the Red Baron exhibit! A docent will share insights about the exhibit and the power of Peanuts, and then you will learn how to draw your own comic strip.
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This event is for Wings members only. Sign in to your account at the link above to purchase your tickets.
Limited spots available. Suggested age is 9+.
Hungry? Show your Wings membership card for 20% off your bill at Lowry Beer Garden from 3:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 13.
The public is welcome to attend this workshop on Saturday, June 15. Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Air & Space Museum Closure
2024-06-14 | Air & Space Museum
The Air & Space Museum in Denver is closed on 6/14/2024 for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. Plan your next visit.

Breakfast Fly-In
2024-06-15 09:30 - 12:30 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Wings is moving our regularly scheduled Breakfast Fly-in to be held on June 15 (third Saturday) as we help support Centennial Airports’ first Runway 5K Race on June 1.
Plan to join us on June 15 at Exploration of Flight for a fly-in featuring planes, pilots and breakfast!
Enjoy breakfast from a local food truck, watch aircraft fly in and explore interactive exhibits and simulators. Join us at 11:00 a.m. for a presentation titled “High Altitude Physiology and it’s Impact on Pilots” by Dave Gissen. This presentation is eligible for WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program credit.
Pre-Purchase Tickets Here
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.

Comic Creator Workshop (Canceled)
2024-06-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Air & Space Museum
This event is canceled.
Unleash your creative side at this workshop celebrating the opening of our new Snoopy and the Red Baron exhibit! A docent will share insights about the exhibit and the power of Peanuts, and then you will learn how to draw your own comic strip.
Limited spots available. Suggested age is 9+.

Dad's Free Day at the Museum
2024-06-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Air & Space Museum
Celebrate Father’s Day at Wings Over the Rockies! All dads will receive FREE admission at both Wings locations on Father’s Day.
Bring the whole family and explore captivating exhibits, see iconic aircraft, immersive displays and more. Create lasting memories with Dad as you explore the wonders of aviation and space! Family members are welcome to pre-purchase their tickets online. Dad’s free admission ticket will be available at check in.
Click here to learn about visiting our second location, Exploration of Flight, on Dad’s Free Day.

Dad's Free Day at Exploration of Flight
2024-06-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Celebrate Father’s Day at Wings Over the Rockies! All dads will receive FREE admission at both Wings locations on Father’s Day.
Bring the whole family and explore captivating exhibits, see iconic aircraft, immersive displays and more. Create lasting memories with Dad as you explore the wonders of aviation and space! Family members are welcome to pre-purchase their tickets online. Dad’s free admission ticket will be available at check in.
Click here to learn about visiting the Air & Space Museum on Dad’s Free Day.

Summer Camp: Space Exploration
2024-06-17 - 2024-06-21 | Air & Space Museum
Based on a NASA graphic novel, campers will design a drag device system, learn about NASA telescopes, space worms, spiders and other creatures. Campers will create RoboTools, and build a cryogenic fluid management system.
Register Here
CAMP LOCATION: The Air & Space Museum in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

Summer Camp: Drone Soccer
2024-06-17 - 2024-06-21 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
This camp is sold out.
Learn the thrilling, high-flying aero game called Drone Soccer. Campers learn to fly drones in a safe, low-stress team environment. It’s an exciting way to learn the sport and a great way to begin a drone career!
CAMP LOCATION: Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).

SCFD Free Day at Exploration of Flight
2024-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Visit Exploration of Flight on SCFD Free Day! Receive free admission on Friday, June 21 and bring your friends and family to share in the wonders of aviation and space exploration. Explore interactive exhibits, see airworthy aircraft up close and experience the thrill of flight simulators.
Register for Free Day at Exploration of Flight
Click here to learn about visiting the Air & Space Museum on SCFD Free Day.

SCFD Free Day at the Museum
2024-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Air & Space Museum
Visit the Air & Space Museum on SCFD Free Day! Receive free admission on Friday, June 21 and bring your friends and family to share in the wonders of aviation and space exploration. Explore interactive exhibits and see rare artifacts and iconic aircraft up close!
Register for Free Day at the Museum
Click here to learn about visiting our second location, Exploration of Flight, on SCFD Free Day.

Warbird Invasion
2024-06-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
The invasion is about to begin! Join us for a spectacular display of aviation history and see various types of warbirds up close at Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight. Featured aircraft will include the Sonoran Beauty, L-19 Bird Dog, SNJ-5 Texan, TB-30 Socata Epsilon, Boeing Stearman and many more*! Plus, enjoy live vintage music from Bianca and the Flyboys from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pre-Purchase Tickets
*Featured aircraft subject to change.
Food Truck*: Flavor of Tabasco
*Food is not included with admission.

Summer Camp: Rockets & Drones
2024-06-24 - 2024-06-28 | Air & Space Museum
Countdown to fun! Have a blast at this camp which features building a variety of Estes rockets and learning to fly different types of drones. Campers will learn to fly drones and launch rockets in a safe and responsible way.
Register Here
CAMP LOCATION: The Air & Space Museum in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

Summer Camp: RoboFlight
2024-06-24 - 2024-06-28 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Embark on a high-flying adventure! Dive into the world of robotics with a variety of innovative workshops. Experience the thrill of piloting in flight simulators while discovering the dynamics of flight and honing aviation skills.
Register Here
CAMP LOCATION: Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).

Aerobatics Showcase
2024-06-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Join us at Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight and discover the twists and turns of aerobatics!
This showcase will feature aerobatic aircraft*, their pilots and their stories. Aerobatics offers a new perspective of the world and aerobatic training allows pilots to explore areas of flight not taught anywhere else in the aviation world. Featured aircraft will include an Extra NG, Beechcraft T-34 Mentor and GB1 GameBird.
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*We will not be flying aerobatic aircraft; they will be on static display only.
Food Truck: Colorado Coney Company
*Food is not included with admission.
Photo above courtesy of John Beckman.

Speaker Series: Lucy Knows Best
2024-06-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Air & Space Museum
Join us at the Air & Space Museum for a special event featuring Melanie Kohn, one of the former voices of the Peanuts character Lucy van Pelt! Melanie will read aloud the book “Lucy Knows Best” by Charles M. Schulz. While you’re visiting the museum, explore our newest exhibit, Snoopy and the Red Baron, and step into the world of the beloved Peanuts gang!
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This presentation is included in the price of museum admission and will take place in the Harrison Ford Theater.

Speaker Series: Space Shuttle Stories
2024-07-05 15:30 - 17:00 | Air & Space Museum
Join us at the Air & Space Museum for a talk and book signing with former NASA astronaut Tom Jones! He will share his incredible experiences in space, as well as sign copies of his book “Space Shuttle Stories”.
Presentation: 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Book Signing: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
VIP Hour: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Learn more below.)
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VIP Hour
Purchase a $40 ticket for the exclusive VIP hour with Tom Jones from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. including hors d’oeurves, beer and wine. Limited number of tickets available, purchase yours today!
Wings Members and Veterans receive 12% off VIP tickets.
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Tom will only be signing his book at this event and no other items. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
For museum visitors – this event is included with price of admission (excluding VIP Hour).

Wings Air Fair
2024-07-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Join us at Exploration of Flight for a fair at the airport! Enjoy carnival games and see aircraft, cars, drones, impressive models and aviation photography on display, and even take an airplane ride. Featured aircraft will include a Boeing Stearman, Sonoran Beauty, Bellanca Decathlon Xtreme and more. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind family event where the magic of the fair meets the wonders of aviation!
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Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks!*
Saturday, July 6: Q’s Cuisine
Sunday, July 7: Mukja
*Food is not included with admission.
Schedule for Saturday, July 6th:
10:00 a.m.: Doors Open
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: South Metro firetrucks
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Colorado Aviation Photographers will be present to discuss their art and sell prints
11:30 a.m.: Drone Soccer Demo by Wings’ own Predator team
12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.: RC Aircraft Demos (roughly 15 minutes each)
Photo above courtesy of Barbara Hoversten.

Wings Air Fair
2024-07-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Join us at Exploration of Flight for a fair at the airport! Enjoy carnival games and see aircraft, cars, drones, impressive models and aviation photography on display, and even take an airplane ride. Featured aircraft will include a Boeing Stearman, Sonoran Beauty, Bellanca Decathlon Xtreme and more. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind family event where the magic of the fair meets the wonders of aviation!
Pre-Purchase Tickets
Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks!*
Saturday, July 6: Q’s Cuisine
Sunday, July 7: Mukja
*Food is not included with admission.
Schedule for Sunday, July 7th:
10:00 a.m.: Doors Open
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Colorado Aviation Photographers will be present to discuss their art and sell prints
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Curiosity Cruiser from Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Magic shows throughout the day by THE MAGIC OF CHRISTOPHER MANOS
Photo above courtesy of Barbara Hoversten.

Summer Camp: RoboDrone Adventures
2024-07-08 - 2024-07-12 | Air & Space Museum
Challenge accepted! Learn how to build and program a variety of LEGO robotics missions and fly amazing drone challenges. RoboDrone Adventures is a perfect choice for exploring robotic technology and having absolute fun.
Register Here
CAMP LOCATION: The Air & Space Museum in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

Summer Camp: Skyward
2024-07-08 - 2024-07-12 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Look toward the sky… the blue sky. Learn how airplanes, helicopters, and experimental aircraft fly and talk to pilots who fly them! Aviation-related projects and flight simulators make this camp something special for young aviators.
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CAMP LOCATION: Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).

Cockpit Demo Day
2024-07-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Air & Space Museum
Get an up close look inside select aircraft at the museum and learn all about the history of the aircraft, instruments and controls!
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Featured Aircraft in July*:

Cessna O-2A Skymaster (Wheelchair accessible)
Murray Model T helicopter (Wheelchair accessible)
Convair F-102A Delta Dagger
Apollo Command Module Boilerplate
Bartoe Aeromarine Skyote

*Featured aircraft are subject to change.

Vintage Showcase
2024-07-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Join us at Exploration of Flight for a showcase of vintage aircraft! Take a step back in time and check out aircraft from 1980 and earlier. Featured aircraft on display will include a 1948 Luscombe 8F Silvaire, 1977 Grumman Tiger and 1959 Cessna 172*.
Dress up in your favorite retro wear and shop for vintage goods in the hangar from local vendors!
Pre-Purchase Tickets
*Featured aircraft subject to change.
Food Truck*: Colorado Coney Company
*Food is not included with admission.

Summer Camp: Fighters & Bombers
2024-07-15 - 2024-07-19 | Air & Space Museum
Boom! It’s a fast and furious fighter and bomber world. Learn more about aircraft of the past, present, and future. Designed for campers interested in aviation careers, military aircraft, or who are captivated by movies like “Top Gun: Maverick”.
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CAMP LOCATION: The Air & Space Museum in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

Summer Camp: Mission Artemis
2024-07-15 - 2024-07-19 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
NASA is headed to the moon and campers will learn about what it takes to survive there and on the space station. Campers design mission patches, model the perfect moon base, build an Orion model and use CAD design tools to create 3D space art.
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CAMP LOCATION: Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).

Wings Aerospace Exploration Parent/Family Info Night
2024-07-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Full STEAM Ahead – Immerse Your Student into Aerospace!
Join us for an informational session to learn about Wings Aerospace Exploration (WAE), a hands-on enrichment program for students in grades 6-12 from the team at Wings Over the Rockies™. This meeting will take place at Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).
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WAE students will have the opportunity to explore the wonders of flight, engage with industry professionals, and gain valuable skills for future careers in aerospace. The program includes building and operating RC airplanes, drones and robotics, as well as coding, rocketry and LOTS of other aviation and space related subjects. Wings Aerospace Exploration is an enrichment program and complements but does not take the place of an accredited educational institution. Click here to learn more about the program.
Wings is thrilled to announce the expansion of the WAE pathway to the Exploration of Flight campus at Centennial Airport! For this upcoming 2024/2025 school year, WAE – Centennial will be open to high school students (grades 9-12) and focus on two primary pathways – Drone Pilot Course and Private Pilot Course. Each of the pathways will prepare students to become certified by the FAA. Students in the Drone Pilot Pathway will immerse themselves in the attainment of industry certifications and will have support from at least four industry professionals as mentors, flight instructors and career coaches. The Private Pilot Pathway will provide students with the basic skills to prepare them to become Private Pilots, including flight simulators, ground school, airport operations and more.
Questions, please contact:
Program Coordinator – Nedra Hall 303.360.5360 ext 125
NHall@WingsMuseum.org

Air & Space Museum Closure
2024-07-18 | Air & Space Museum
The Air & Space Museum in Denver is closed on 7/18/2024 for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. Plan your next visit.

Exploration of Flight Closure
2024-07-21 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport will be closed on 7/21/2024 for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. Plan your next visit.

Summer Camp: Launchpad Robotics
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-26 | Air & Space Museum
The countdown has started! Learn how to design, build and launch model rockets using 3D printing technology to create fins, nose cones, and more! Campers will also program and code LEGO robotics to accomplish out-of-this-world missions!
Register Here
CAMP LOCATION: The Air & Space Museum in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

Summer Camp: Aspiring Aviators
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-26 | Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
This camp is sold out.
Plot a course for aviation adventure with pilots and professionals. Learn how to preflight an airplane, marshall aircraft, spot different types of planes, learn about helicopters, design a cross-country flight, use flight simulators, and more!
CAMP LOCATION: Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112).
