Despite a government shutdown grounding military performers, Wings Over Houston organizers pivoted to deliver a Texas first — a flight demonstration by a United Airlines Boeing 777-200, plus the appearance of the world’s only two airworthy B-29s flying together.
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Picture of the Day: WACO Fly-In
Jerry Kemp submitted this photo and note: “Aerial view of the annual WACO Fly-In at the WACO Museum in Troy, Ohio.”
Runway Extension Brings Thunderbirds to KRMG
Flying demonstrations will take place Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4. Organizers opted to forego hosting a show on Sunday as many in the area will attend religious services and spend time with their families to celebrate Easter, officials noted.
Safety Extends Beyond Pilots
Stallion 51 recently held a training session for 94 firefighters to prepare them in case of an emergency involving a P-51, T-6 Texan, and L-39 TurboJet.
Oshkosh 2026 to Feature Public Benefit Flying
In 2025, more than 1,500 pilots registered at Oshkosh to become part of public benefit flying, whether that is bringing relief supplies to disaster-stricken areas, flying cancer patients to their appointments, or even moving rescue animals across the country.
Picture of the Day: Flying home
Thomas Willis submitted this photo and note: “Fuel stop after departing EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 en route to Three Forks, Montana, in my restored and highly customized 1958 wooden wing/metal tail Mooney M20A. Gorgeous day!”
17th annual Flight School conference ready for takeoff
Events include 19 education sessions, three general sessions, roundtable workshops, and a trade show with more than 60 exhibitors.
Tickets now on sale for FlightSimExpo 2026
The 2026 FlightSimExpo, slated for June 12-14 in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, will feature developers, non-profits, virtual airlines, air traffic control demos, seminars, announcements, off-site activities, and more.
Santa returns to T82
Santa will once again visit Gillespie County Airport (T82) in Fredericksburg, Texas, for the annual Santa Fly-In.