Date: Saturday, Sep 5, 2026 | 10:00AM to Sunday, Sep 6, 2026 | 5:00PM
Location: Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)
Categories: Special Events
Bringing aviation to life, this two-day event* will provide a rare opportunity to experience aerospace history and give you the opportunity to take flight in a WWII-era aircraft!
This showcase will give guests rare, up-close access to remarkable airplanes. It includes guided ground tours, interactions with aviation experts, a museum-member-only coffee hour, and flight rides. Beyond the featured exhibits, there will also be family-friendly public programming activities related to warbirds and a presentation exploring their historical significance.
The featured aircraft on display and available for flight rides will be the TBM Avenger, which is an 80-year-old aircraft and flying museum, and the CAF MHW SNB Sonoran Beauty. Additional airplanes include the CAF RMW 946 J3 Cub and the Trojan T-28A. A total of four warbirds will be out on our tarmac and on display, plus more surprises!
Timeline of Events:
- Open on Sep 5 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Museum Member-Only Hour open on Sep 6 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Sep 6 public admission open from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Flight rides are available from 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 4:00 .pm.
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*General admission discounts, including community passes and ASTC Passport Program reciprocal admission, do not apply to this special event. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission. Flights are limited and may sell out quickly.
Exploration of Flight