COLUMBUS, Ind. – Columbus Municipal Airport and AirPark Columbus have expanded Aviation Day to Aviation Days this year. The two-day event is this Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7.
This year’s theme, “Yesterday and Today,” blends both vintage aircraft and modern aviation technology.
Aviation Days activities kick off at 5 p.m. on Friday with displays of static aircraft and live music from Vinyl Escape. As the sun sets, Columbus will unveil its first drone show, blending storytelling, lights, and music. Participants can also expect a beer garden, food trucks, and interactive activities for kids.
On Saturday, June 7, the second day of the aviation celebration starts with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by free aircraft rides in a Huey helicopter, T-6 Texan, and a historic Stearman biplane. The event concludes with the “Yesterday and Tomorrow” car show, featuring a showcase highlighting pre-1965 automobiles and modern, alternative-fuel-powered cars.
Visit the Columbus Aviation website for more information.