Air & Space Museum

Determined to Fly

Determined to Fly

As Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood and America marks its 250th anniversary, Determined to Fly: From the Front Range to the Final Frontier brings to life the bold locals who helped shape the future of aviation and space exploration.

Discover:

  • Backyard plane builders
  • Cowboy flying aces
  • Barrier-breaking female pilots
  • Tuskegee Airmen
  • Astronauts whose determination carried Colorado’s pioneering spirit from the open frontier to the edge of space

These aren’t just stories about aerospace; they’re stories about determination, courage, and the choice to go further. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this.

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More to Explore:

Your adventure goes beyond these flight paths. Enjoy hands-on, family-friendly rotating experiences included with admission.

Daily Highlights: 

  • Discover more than 60 air and spacecraft throughout the hangar
  • Play in the Astro Kid’s Area
  • Pilot the Wright Flyer Simulator
  • Experience space and aviation through virtual reality

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!

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Aircraft collection at the Air & Space Museum

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F-22 on the Tarmac at Exploration of Flight

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