After a brief hiatus, the Truckee Tahoe Air Show returned in 2026 with a spectacular lineup, including aerobatic performers and historic warbirds to essential first responder aircraft.
The Biggest Little Air Show Enters Its Teen Years
The Hiller Aviation Museum recently hosted the 13th annual Biggest Little Air Show, featuring a wide array of remote control aircraft, from electric warbirds and 3D aerobatic models to gas turbine jets.
Vintage Aircraft Shine at the West Coast Fly-In
The West Coast Cub Fly-In has been revamped to include a variety of other aircraft, with vintage aircraft, LSAs, and other models joining in the fun. The fly-in features flour-drop and spot landing competitions, as well as a chance to hang out with a close-knit community of passionate pilots celebrating aviation history.
Watsonville Airport Celebrates the Nation’s 250th Birthday
Watsonville Municipal Airport celebrated the nation’s 250th birthday by moving its annual Airport Open House to the Fourth of July. This year’s free community event featured impressive static displays, including a pristine Douglas A-26 Invader bomber, formation flights, and a fireworks show.
A Freshman Debut at Wings Over Solano
More than 100,000 aviation fans gathered at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California to celebrate the 2026 Wings Over Solano air show. The air show included the debut of a new performer, as well as the return of many fan favorites.
The Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show Turns 32
Warbirds were the stars of the day at the annual show, which combines a fly-in with a car and boat show.
Food Truck Fly-In draws thousands
Marking its fifth year, California’s San Martin Airport (E16) Food Truck Fly-In had close to 6,000 folks come out to enjoy the warm weather, eat some good food, browse dozens of vendor booths, and see lots of airplanes.
Air show premieres and a retirement
While the government shutdown canceled the headlining Blue Angels, the California International Airshow Salinas featured a lineup of performers, including the retirement performance of Bob Freeman.
Impressive collection of aircraft at Palo Alto Airport Day
Airport Day at KPAO showcased everything from a $1 million Piaggo P.180 Avanti to warbirds to vintage Cessnas.