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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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Upcoming Events

Saturday Dec 2
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight

Breakfast Fly-In

Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Dec 2 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Join Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight for monthly fly-ins featuring planes, pilots and breakfast!

On the first Saturday of every month, enjoy breakfast from a local food truck, watch aircraft fly in and explore interactive exhibits and simulators.

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Food Truck: Cruz In & Eat
Please note: Food purchases are not included in admission.

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

Tuesday Dec 5

Colorado Gives Day

Colorado Gives Day
Tuesday, Dec 5

Help Wings reach new heights this Colorado Gives Day!

Your gift will support our educational programming and student learners, engaging exhibits, aircraft restoration and more!

Donate now! All gifts received between November 1st – December 5th count toward our Colorado Gives Day campaign. Not only will your donation supply Wings with critical funds, but your support could also qualify us for additional funding. Make your donation fly further! Visit our Colorado Gives Day page or donate below.

Saturday Dec 9
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Air & Space Museum

Santa in the Hangar at the Museum

Santa in the Hangar at the Museum
Saturday, Dec 9 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Join us for a day of family fun and celebrate the holiday season at Wings Over the Rockies™ Air & Space Museum. Arrive early to see Santa arrive in a helicopter at 10:00 a.m.!

Join us for various holiday-themed activities including:

  • Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus
  • Games and holiday crafts
  • Candy cane scavenger hunt
  • Select Open Cockpits
    • Paser-Bushby Mustang II
    • Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-23
    • Flight for Life AS316/318 Alouette III (Wheelchair accessible)
    • Convair F-102 Delta Dagger
    • LTV A-7D Corsair II
  • Pedal Planes
  • Discovery Carts
  • Magic show from Chad Wonder Magic
  • Photo Booth from Mihi Entertainment
  • Balloon Twisting from Clownin’ Around For Fun
  • And much more!

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You can also celebrate with us on December 10th at our second location, Exploration of Flight at Centennial Airport. Click here to learn more!

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