‘Cockpit Close-Up’ Saturday at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa

Falcon Field Airport in Mesa is coordinating with aircraft owners to host Cockpit Close-Up, a free community event 8-10 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month.

The next Cockpit Close-Up will be on June 6 at the airport terminal building, 4800 E. Falcon Drive in Mesa.

This special America 250 celebration honoring aviation, American history and the spirit of community is to include historic and patriotic aircraft displays, including the AAHF UH-1M Huey helicopter, participation from Mesa Police Department and Mesa Fire and Medical Department, family and kids activities, community engagement opportunities, food and refreshments for purchase, and a visit from the Mesa Public Library Bookmobile.

Falcon Field includes a total of 784 acres between Greenfield, Higley, McDowell and McKellips roads in northeast Mesa. There are currently more than 800 aircraft based at Falcon Field. This includes fixed-wing single- and multi-engine aircraft, turboprops, jets and helicopters, according to https://www.falconfieldairport.com.

For questions about Cockpit Close-Up, contact Falcon Field Airport at 480-644-2450 or airport.info@mesaaz.gov.

Go to https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/City-Calendar/Cockpit-Close-Up-America-250-Celebration