City of Buckeye, AZ

01/30/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/30/2023 11:14

Buckeye Air Fair takes flight February 17-19

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 action packed 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 incredible airshows:
    • Saturday, Feb. 18 from 2:30 - 5 p.m.
    • Sunday, Feb. 19 from 1:30 - 4 p.m.
  • Buckeye Air Fair Aviation Academy aimed to inspire the next generation of aviation career seekers:
    • Field Trip Friday - Friday, Feb. 17 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Register your 5th through 12th grade students to explore aviation through hands on activities, booths and guest speakers
    • SciTech Saturday - Saturday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Explore aviation related STEAM with engaging booths and activities
    • Flight School Sunday - Sunday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Learn the basics about flying and practice what you learn on flight simulators
  • AOPA Fly-In gives pilots access to world class educational content, the latest aviation technology and informational seminars throughout the weekend
  • The VIP Experience lets you 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.

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