DAYTON, Ohio — The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host a gathering of historic Stearman biplanes June 19-21, 2026, for a special fly-in.
More than 40 aircraft are expected, creating a rare opportunity to see these iconic open-cockpit biplanes together in one location, according to museum officials. Aircraft are scheduled to begin arriving early Friday, June 19, and will be on static display Friday and Saturday before departing Sunday morning, June 21.
Visitors will have the opportunity to view the aircraft up close in the display area behind Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Guests may also have the chance to speak with pilots and aircraft owners about the history, operation, and restoration of these historic aircraft.
Originally designed by Lloyd Stearman in the early 1930s, the aircraft became one of the most recognizable primary trainers used by the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. Known for its rugged construction and distinctive open-cockpit biplane design, the Stearman introduced thousands of military pilots to the fundamentals of flight before they advanced to fighters, bombers, and other operational aircraft.
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, is the world’s largest military aviation museum. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day), the museum features more than 350 aerospace vehicles and missiles and thousands of artifacts amid more than 19 acres of indoor exhibit space.
For more information: NationalMuseum.af.mil
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