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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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Wednesday Nov 11
10:00AM TO 5:00PM
Air & Space Museum

Veterans Day
Veterans Day
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Veterans enjoy free admission!

In honor of Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military personnel receive free admission with a valid military ID. Simply present your ID at check-in to receive complimentary admission. No advance ticket required.

Family members and other guests are welcome to purchase admission tickets online in advance.

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Saturday Nov 14
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In: Food Drive
Breakfast Fly-In: Food Drive
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Help us give back to the community and start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft and fill a real-life airplane with donations at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

Celebrate our final fly-in of 2026 at this family-friendly event, featuring special activities in addition to our usual experiences.

Enjoy*:

  • Bring your donations to help support Food Bank of the Rockies
  • Learn from the Food Bank and other organizations about food preservation
  • Play a guessing game on how many goods can fit in our Cessna 150
  • See aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac and meet the pilots

Food Trucks: Cruz In & Eat & Magic Bar Coffee

Pilots: Fly in for free breakfast! For tie-down space, contact PublicPrograms@WingsMuseum.org or 303.360.5360 ext. 160.

Join us and support those in need while learning about aviation!

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

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Thursday Nov 19
10:00AM TO 5:00PM
Air & Space Museum

SCFD Free Day
SCFD Free Day
Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Enjoy FREE admission at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum courtesy of SCFD, and bring the whole family for a day of discovery, imagination and fun!

Enjoy FREE admission to Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum courtesy of the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD)! Bring the whole family for a day of discovery, exploration and aviation fun!

Explore an incredible collection of historic aircraft, space exhibits and interactive experiences that bring the wonders of flight to life. From legendary military aircraft to the innovations shaping the future of aerospace, there’s something to inspire visitors of all ages.

Don’t miss our newly restored F-16D Fighting Falcon, a former U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fighter jet featuring the team’s iconic red, white and blue colors. Get an up-close look at this remarkable aircraft and discover the history behind one of the world’s most recognizable aerial demonstration teams.

That’s just one of the amazing aircraft you can discover at Wings! Join us for SCFD Free Day and enjoy a day of exciting exhibits, fun activities and aviation adventures for the whole family!

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