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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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Tuesday 10am-5pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm

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Saturday Jun 13
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In
Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Get an inside look at aircraft operations and start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft, and flight coordination at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

There is no better place to learn about the airport than at our tarmac, where we are featuring special activities on top of our usual events, including:

  • Sit in an aircraft tug
  • Learn the importance of vests and wands while using them during our marshaling activity
  • Participate in the foreign object debris scavenger hunt game
  • Meet-and-greets with pilots
  • Watch aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac

Don’t miss out on this fun, family-friendly 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 and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.

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Saturday Jun 13
5:30PM TO 10:00PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Dos Gringos Live in Concert
Dos Gringos Live in Concert
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 | 5:30PM to 10:00PM

Join us and Dos Gringos for a benefit concert to restore our newest exhibit!

After years of sitting outside and being used as a maintenance trainer, our F-16D needs some serious love and attention to reclaim her former glory. We’re calling all fans to help fund the restoration and get our aircraft looking great and standing proudly once again. Don’t miss a legendary performance from the ultimate fighter pilot band when they take the stage at Exploration of Flight for a 2.5-hour, full-throttle set.

Experience:

  • Live music you can rock out to
  • Interactive exhibits
  • Meet and greets with pilots
  • Check out unique aircraft
  • And more!

Dance, fuel the mission, and help launch our Thunderbird F-16D back into top form!

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*This event is 21+. Please note that the performing band may use explicit language or lyrics that some guests may find offensive. Listener discretion is advised. This event has sold out in the past.

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Saturday Jun 20
10:00AM TO 5:00PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Papas and Choppas
Papas and Choppas
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Get an inside look at helicopters while seeing modern aviation come to life!

This special Father’s Day weekend showcase will feature all things rotor wings and fun family-friendly events, including:

  • Guided ground tours for guests of available aircraft
  • Meet pilots and crews
  • See aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac
  • A special Father’s Day free family photo op
  • And more!

Don’t miss out on this fun day to celebrate Dad!

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Interested in additional opportunities? Click the links below!

Little Wings: Plane Spotting brings aviation to life right in front of your child’s eyes!

The Aviation Photography Workshop will take you to the skies by showing the best ways to photograph aircraft!

Want something to eat? We’ve got you covered!

Check out delicious food from 2 Salty Sarges

*Weather permitting. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.

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F-22 on the Tarmac at Exploration of Flight

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