Exploration of Flight

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Discover the importance of meteorology to flight in unique ways. A “flying blind” exhibit will enable visitors to assume the roles of pilots and radar controllers as the controller verbally guides the pilot to “fly” a ball through a maze. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will present some of the latest developments in atmospheric weather reporting.

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Centennial Airport

Exploration of Flight

Upcoming Events

Saturday Dec 20
10:30AM TO 11:30AM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Little Wings: Plane Spotting

Little Wings: Plane Spotting
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 | 10:30AM to 11:30AM

Let your child’s curiosity take flight and join us at Exploration of Flight to explore the amazing world of airplanes! Join us on the third Saturday of the month for a plane spotting adventure. Participants will learn about the different parts of an airplane and how airports work. Then it’s off to the tarmac to spot real planes in action – watch them take off, land and soar through the skies at Centennial Airport!

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Doors open at 10:20 a.m. Program begins promptly at 10:35 a.m.

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This program is designed for children aged 3-6 years old and their guardians. Siblings are welcome to participate. Adults must accompany children at all times. All attendees must purchase a program ticket; general admission to Exploration of Flight is included with program ticket. A significant portion of this activity takes place outdoors on the tarmac. Weather appropriate clothing, water, sunscreen and hats are recommended. Some binoculars will be available for use, and feel welcome to bring your own binoculars. 

Saturday Jan 10
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In

Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Join us on January 10 as we get a head start on Morse Code Day! Learn to write your name using iconic dots & dashes, discover your NATO phonetic call-sign, and explore how pilots have communicated across the skies for generations. Explore aircraft up close on the tarmac, enjoy breakfast from a local food truck, watch aircraft fly in and explore interactive exhibits and simulators in the hangar.*

Pre-Purchase Tickets

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 on display are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.

Saturday Jan 17
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Air & Space Museum

Cockpit Demo Day

Cockpit Demo Day
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Get an up close look inside select aircraft at the museum and learn all about the history of the aircraft, instruments and controls!

Featured Aircraft in January*:

  • F-86H Sabre
  • EB-67E
  • B-57 Canberra
  • Paser-Bushby Mustang II (Wheelchair accessible)
  • LTV A-7D Corsair II
  • AV8B+ Harrier II

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*Featured aircraft are subject to change. 

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F-22 on the Tarmac at Exploration of Flight