Last updated November 9, 2026. There is a busy aviation season coming up! Here are some events around the valley, Southern California and Arizona. All times are local. Please check the official event links for tickets, directions and any schedule changes before heading out.
Flabob Airport Veterans Celebration
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Flabob Airport, 5370 Mission Rock Way, Jurupa Valley.
The 24th annual celebration is open to everyone, with free admission and parking, vintage aircraft, a veterans ceremony, a car show and activities for the family. Some activities and aircraft rides cost extra. Follow the organizer's directions and event updates. Event information and free ticket link.
AOPA Foundation Rusty Pilots Seminar
Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 9:00 a.m.
DC Flight Simulation at Cable Airport, 1749 West 13th Street, Upland.
A refresher for current and inactive pilots preparing to return to flying or complete a flight review. Register through AOPA using the link in the official event listing, not through FAASTeam. Check AOPA for fees and eligibility before registering. Official details and registration.
Mission 91: The Bombing Raid on Stuttgart
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
A museum program about the World War II bombing raid on Stuttgart. Check with the museum for admission details. Official program information.
Palm Springs Air Museum Props and Hops
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
Aviation-themed craft beer festival with historic aircraft, food and entertainment. Ages 21 and older only. A separate event ticket is required and does not include regular museum admission. Event details and tickets.
Palm Springs Air Museum Blue Angels F/A-18 and Darkstar Experience
Saturday, November 28, 2026, starting at 6:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
An evening program featuring the museum's Blue Angels F/A-18 Super Hornet, Darkstar from Top Gun: Maverick, and retired Navy Commander Frank Weisser. A separate event ticket is required. The museum currently lists different ending times, so please confirm the final schedule when booking. Program information and tickets.
Coachella Valley RC Club Terry Buckley Turbine Rodeo
Thursday through Saturday, December 3 through 5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Coachella Valley RC Club airfield, 89452 54th Avenue, Thermal.
Come watch turbine-powered model jets and their pilots in action. Check with the club for spectator admission details and pilot registration. Official event details.
10 Good Men: The Final Story of the B-17
Friday, December 4, 2026, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
A documentary featuring the firsthand accounts of B-17 veterans, followed by a discussion with director Trent Jones. A separate event ticket is required. Program details and tickets.
Planes of Fame Hangar Talk and B-25J Mitchell Flight
Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Planes of Fame Air Museum, 14998 Cal Aero Drive, Chino.
Doors open at 9:00 a.m. Hangar Talk runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon, followed by the aircraft presentation at 12:15 p.m.
Regular museum admission applies, and museum members are admitted free. Aircraft operations and schedules are subject to change. Official event and admission information.
Pearl Harbor: The Initial Attack on Kaneohe Naval Air Station
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
A history program presented by Michael Carra. Check with the museum for admission details. Official program information.
How to Chase a Space Shuttle to Earth
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
Pilot Dr. Charles Justiz shares the story of flying in support of the Space Shuttle program. Check with the museum for admission details. Official program information.
Snowtopia at Palm Springs Air Museum
Friday through Monday, December 18 through 21, 2026, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. each evening.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
The museum's family holiday celebration returns for four evenings. A separate event ticket is required. Check the museum for ticket availability and event details. Snowtopia information and tickets.
Cold War California: In Defense of Democracy
Saturday, January 2, 2027, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
A presentation on California's Cold War aviation history, including Edwards Air Force Base, Skunk Works, the U-2 and SR-71. Included with regular museum admission and free for current museum members. Official program information.
Coachella Valley RC Club Auction
Saturday, January 9, 2027, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Coachella Valley RC Club airfield, 89452 54th Avenue, Thermal.
Browse model aircraft and accessories, and come early to see what is available. Check with the club for participation details. Official event details.
Coachella Valley RC Club Desert Warbirds
Friday through Sunday, January 22 through 24, 2027, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Coachella Valley RC Club airfield, 89452 54th Avenue, Thermal.
Three days of model warbirds and Golden Age aircraft, including turbines. The club lists a $40 pilot fee. Check with the club for spectator admission details. Official event details.
Operation Little Vittles: The Kids Behind the Candy Drop
Saturday, January 23, 2027, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
Park Ranger Susan Ashman shares how American schoolchildren helped send candy parachutes to children during the Berlin Airlift. Check with the museum for admission details. Official program information.
USAAF Fighters Over Europe
Saturday, January 30, 2027, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.
Historian and former fighter pilot Jay A. Stout discusses the aircraft, pilots and tactics of the air war over Europe, including the P-47, P-38 and P-51. Check with the museum for admission details. Official program information.
Buckeye Air Fair, Arizona
Friday through Sunday, February 26 through 28, 2027.
Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 South Palo Verde Road, Buckeye, Arizona.
The city's current schedule lists a 9:00 a.m. start on Friday and 10:00 a.m. starts on Saturday and Sunday. Times are local to Arizona.
A public aviation weekend with airshows, aircraft displays, demonstrations and activities for the family. A number of people from our area make the trip, so this is a good one to put on the calendar early. Check the organizer for the latest 2027 schedule, ticket and parking details, and pilot information before making plans. Official Buckeye Air Fair information.
Free Saturday RC Flight Training
Every Saturday, 8:00 to 11:00 a.m., as currently advertised by the Coachella Valley RC Club.
Coachella Valley RC Club airfield, 89452 54th Avenue, Thermal.
Try flying a radio-controlled airplane with an instructor using a buddy box, which lets the instructor take control when needed. Check with the club before heading out, especially during special events or unsettled weather. Training information and directions.
Chapter 1116 dates
Additional chapter meeting dates and activities will be posted here as details are finalized. Official Chapter 1116 events published through EAA's calendar will appear automatically below. Young Eagles rallies and registration will also appear on our Young Eagles page once they are published. Please do not rely on an assumed recurring date.
Know about an aviation event our members should see? Send it to Chapter 1116.
