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Buckeye Air Fair takes flight in February

Posted 1/27/23

The Buckeye Air Fair returns for a weekend of high-flying fun, Feb. 17-19, at the Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Road.

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Buckeye Air Fair takes flight in February

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The Buckeye Air Fair returns for a weekend of high-flying fun Feb. 17-19 at the Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Road.

This year’s event features  2.5-hour airshows, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Fly-In, Aviation Academy and a VIP experience for a front row view of the airshow.

Eight of the best aerial acts in the country will put on two airshows:

    • 2:30- 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18
    • 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19

Buckeye Air Fair Aviation Academy aimed to inspire the next generation of aviation career seekers:

    • Field Trip Friday - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17.  Register a fifth- through 12th-grade student to explore aviation through hands on activities, booths and guest speakers
    • SciTech Saturday - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18. Explore aviation related STEAM with engaging booths and activities
    • Flight School Sunday - 9a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19. Learn the basics about flying and practice what you learn on flight simulators

AOPA Fly-In gives pilots access to  educational content, the latest aviation technology and informational seminars throughout the weekend

The VIP Experience lets attendees catch all the high-flying action with the best seat in the house, all day refreshments, private restrooms and VIP Parking. $60 per person for one day, $85 for a two-day pass

Other family activities include hundreds of pilots from around the western U.S. showcasing their unique aircraft, historic and military static aircraft displays, great food, vendors and a Kid’s Zone.

Gates open at 9 a.m. each day. Admission is free. Parking passes are $10 if purchased online, in advance. Parking is $15 the day of the event. Credit Cards only.

Complete event details at buckeyeairfair.com.