Airway Beacon from Lighted Airway System

Join us for a family-friendly day all about the people who keep our communities safe! This event focuses on fire prevention and will allow you to meet public safety professionals, firefighters, search & rescue responders and K9s to discover what it’s really like to serve on the front lines. Bring the whole family for an exciting day of exploration, education, and unforgettable experiences!

You’ll discover*:

• Hands-on learning about fire prevention and safety education, perfect for all ages
• Take a photo with Smokey Bear
• Get an up-close look at
  • Fire trucks
  • Rescue vehicles
  • Medical flight aircraft
  • Safety equipment
• And more!

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Food Truck**: The Crepe Outdoors

*Fire trucks, aircraft, and partner organizations are dependent on weather and unexpected emergencies

**Food not included in admission

What does it take to go from the streets of Detroit to the captain’s seat? Find out from Pilot Frederick Robinson as he shares his aviation journey and what it meant to become one of the few Black aviators at United Airlines.

He will discuss his mission to provide the next generation with the knowledge to follow in his footsteps, earning his pilot’s license, working with NASA and untold flight stories.

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About the Author:

• Robinson dedicated 30 years of his career to United Airlines, where he held prestigious roles as a standards captain, check airman, evaluator, and instructor.
• He seeks to provide youth with the mindset and practical skills necessary to pursue their dreams and successfully navigate the societal challenges they may encounter.
• Was originally part of fewer than one percent of minority pilots
• A proud member of the Tuskegee Airmen

Full STEAM Ahead – Launch Your Students’ Aerospace Journey!

Join us to learn about both Wings Aerospace Exploration (WAE) and Wings Aerospace Exploration Enrichment (WAEE) opportunities for students in grades 6–12 from the team at Wings Over the Rockies^®. During this session, you’ll hear a program overview, meet our educators and instructors, learn from current and former student experiences, and get your questions answered. This meeting will take place at Exploration of Flight (13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO 80112). 

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Discover how WAE / WAEE students 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. WAE / WAEE programs complement but do not take the place of an accredited educational institution.

Questions? Please contact:
Nedra Hall – Education Programs Coordinator, 303.360.5360 ext. 125.
WingsEducation@WingsMuseum.org