By Frank Espinoza
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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 12^th-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.

Frank Espinoza
Reporter | Daily Independent

fespinoza@iniusa.org

Frank Espinoza is a recent graduate of Northern Arizona University from the beginning of 2022. He prides himself on covering topics that give a spotlight to individuals or groups who give back to the community. He has covered local sports, community events, and important issues that impact the state. In his spare time, he loves to watch Street League Skateboarding and hang out at Cowtown Skateboards in Goodyear.