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Spirit of America – Sonic Arrow

Spirit of America – Sonic Arrow

Dubbed the “Spirit of America – Sonic Arrow”, adventurer Steve Fossett and his crew were preparing to break the land speed record of 763 mph using a vehicle from famed car designer Craig Breedlove. Based on his designs, Breedlove was able to get the vehicle up to 675 mph. Further enhancements by Fossett and his team raised the car’s possible top speed to 850 – 900 mph.

Using a General Electric J-79 jet engine from the famed F-104 Starfighter, this engine was capable of generating 18,400 lbs. of thrust. Equipped with a pair of narrow wheels up front to minimize drag, the Sonic Arrow looks like the world’s fastest tricycle.

Tragically in 2007 while scouting locations for test runs, Fossett disappeared over the Sierra Nevada mountains. In all, Fossett put nearly $4 million into the project before his death.

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Saturday Apr 11
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In
Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

April showers are on the way! Discover how weather affects aviation and start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft, and science experiments at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

In honor of storm chasers and researchers, we’re featuring special activities on top of our usual events, including:

  • Learn more about how clouds, rain, hail, thunder and lightning impact flying crews
  • Talk with the TC-RAMS aviation research crew
  • Make your own hail-measuring equipment courtesy of CoCoRaHS Network
  • Meet-and-greets with pilots
  • Watch aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac
  • Enjoy delicious food
  • And more!

Don’t miss out on this unique 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 Apr 18
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Air & Space Museum

Cockpit Demo Day
Cockpit Demo Day
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Get an up-close look inside select aircraft at the museum and learn about its history, instruments, controls and more!

Featured Aircraft in April*:

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*Featured aircraft are subject to change. 

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Saturday Apr 18
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Air & Space Museum

U.S. Drone Soccer District 9 Division Championships
U.S. Drone Soccer District 9 Division Championships
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Join us as we host the U.S. Drone Soccer District 9 Division Championships! Winners from the event gain divisional points, which are used to determine who will be invited to the U.S. Drone National Finals on May 18-19 in Daytona Beach, FL. Don’t miss out on this fun, family-friendly activity!

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*Admission for this event is regular museum entrance pricing. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event.

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F-22 on the Tarmac at Exploration of Flight

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