Colorado Aviation Classic
2024-09-14 07:00 - 17:00 UTC | Vance Brand Airport, 229 Airport Rd., Longmont, CO, 80503
The 2024 Colorado Aviation Classic will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Vance Brand Airport (LMO) in Longmont, Colorado.
The Colorado Aviation Classic is a free fly-in event hosted by the Colorado Aviation Historical Society and designed to showcase some of the finest examples of vintage aircraft from throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. It is an opportunity to recognize and reward the individuals who own, maintain and restore these unique aircraft as well as educate the general viewing public by bringing together these wonderful machines in a realistic setting that cannot be duplicated in any museum
There are three classifications of aircraft to be judged:

Antique
Aircraft built on or before August 31, 1945. The exception will be those pre-war aircraft with short post-war production runs.
Classic
Aircraft built between September 1, 1945, up to and including December 31, 1960.
Replicas
Full size and scaled antique or classic aircraft, built to replicate the original manufacturer’s plans in the antique category.

In addition, a People’s Choice Award will be presented.
To be eligible for the judging competition, aircraft must:

Be in airworthy condition at the time of the competition
Have flown to or on the day of – and prior to – the competition
Be in the competition area no later than 0930 hrs. on the day of competition

Aircraft will be judged for awards in the following categories:

Antique Aircraft Civil
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Classic Aircraft Civil
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Replica
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
(antique category only)
Antique Aircraft Military
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Classic Aircraft Military
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
People’s Choice Award
Best in Show

To register as a contestant, please complete the Contest Registration Form.
Once completed, submit the Contest Registration Form (Page 1) by email to coloradoahs.org@gmail.com or by mailing to:
Colorado Aviation Historical Society
Attn: CAC 24
P.O. Box 201615
Denver, CO 80220
Contestant Registration Form

The registration deadline is Thursday, September 12, 2024.

Hall of Fame Banquet
2024-10-05 11:00 - 14:00 | Lakewood Country Club, 6800 W 10th Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80214
Please join us for the 54th Hall of Fame Banquet to celebrate the induction of Brigadier General (Ret) Jerome P. “Jerry” Limoge, COANG and William M. “Bill” Dunn into our Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame.

C.A.H.S. Summer Membership Meeting
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Centennial Airport Admin building, 7565 S. Peoria St., Englewood, CO, 80112
Date: August 16th
Time: 10am-noon
Place: Centennial Airport in the administration building, known as “The Hangar”
Conference room on the first floor West side of the building
7800 S Peoria St, Englewood, CO 80112
Main agenda item – Presentation and approval of 2025 HOF nominees William Standerfer and Captain Willie Daniels II.
Please join us to hear about these two Colorado Aviators and how they influenced Colorado Aviation/History and to vote for them into our Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame. Our Hall of Fame Banquet will be held at the Lakewood Country Club on Saturday, October 18th from 11 am to 2 pm to honor the aviators you vote into our Hall of Fame. More details to follow.

2025 AvAr Intro to Aviation Archaeology Expedition
2025-08-23 08:30 - 12:30 | Wichita State crash site, 39°41′36″N 105°52′57″W
The Colorado Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) will be hosting its third annual Introduction to Aviation Archaeology field exercise.
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Where: Wichita State crash site – 39°41′36″N 105°52′57″W
Cost: This free, half-day expedition is open to all members of the society as well as the general public. Each year the CAHS Aviation Archaeology (AvAr) program offers interested parties an opportunity to visit an historic aviation site in Colorado. Guided by experts recognized in this field, the site is interpreted so as to provide an intimate look into what is involved in this particular discipline of science, along with an in-depth look at the history of each site.
Situated at about 11,200 feet MSL, the 1970 Wichita State Martin 404 crash site is a popular destination for hundreds of hikers and history buffs every year. Classified as a moderate challenge, with about 200 yards of relatively steep trail, AvAr splits the participants into two groups; those who can still sprint up trails like this one, and the rest of us who huff and puff. The latter group stops frequently and takes their time, usually arriving about ten to fifteen minutes after the athletes. (Note: If you have a health concern, but still would like to consider going, please contact me at aviator_b@outlook.com to discuss your concerns.)
Items you will want to bring along are comfortable hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water (at least one 16 Oz. bottle), long sleeve shirt or light jacket, any necessary meds you might require, and a walking stick – the latter being an absolute must!
Participants are expected to be at the rendezvous point no-later-than (NLT) 0845 for check-in and briefing. The entire event generally takes about three hours, so you can expect to be back in your vehicle and headed for lunch NLT noon. All who complete this expedition will receive a CAHS commemorative challenge coin.
If you are interested in joining other like-minded individuals on this one-of-a-kind adventure, please contact Brian at aviator_b@outlook.com for further information.

55th Colorado Aviation Annual Hall of Fame Banquet
2025-10-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Lakewood Country Club, 6800 W 10th Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80214
The Colorado Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) will host their 55th Annual Hall of Fame Banquet on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Lakewood Country Club, honoring three distinguished individuals whose contributions have left a lasting impact on Colorado aviation.

C.A.H.S. Spring Membership Meeting
2026-03-28 08:30 - 12:00 | Exploration of Flight Centennial Airport, 13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO, 80112
Date: March 28th
Meeting Time: 8:30am
Presentation: 11:00am
Place: Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight at the Centennial airport
13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112
Main agenda item – Officers and the Board of Directors will be elected.
Don’t miss opportunity to hear about Society business. Elect board members as well as enjoy presentation by Hall of Fame Laureate Joe Thibodeau on racing his P-51, the Crusader at 11 am and will be open to the public. CAHS Members will be admitted free; non-members pay $10.95.
We encourage you to bring a friend who may also enjoy our Colorado Aviation History presentation.

Colorado Aviation Classic 2026
2026-06-06 07:00 - 17:00 | Boulder Municipal Airport, 3327 Airport Rd, Boulder, CO, 80301
The 2026 Colorado Aviation Classic will be held on Saturday, June 6, at Boulder Municipal Airport (BDU), Boulder, Colorado.
The Colorado Aviation Classic is a free fly-in event hosted by the Colorado Aviation Historical Society and designed to showcase some of the finest examples of vintage aircraft from throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. It is an opportunity to recognize and reward the individuals who own, maintain and restore these unique aircraft as well as educate the general viewing public by bringing together these wonderful machines in a realistic setting that cannot be duplicated in any museum.
There are three classifications of aircraft to be judged:

Antique
Aircraft built on or before August 31, 1945. The exception will be those pre-war aircraft with short post-war production runs.
Classic
Aircraft built between September 1, 1945, up to and including December 31, 1960.
Replicas
Full size and scaled antique or classic aircraft, built to replicate the original manufacturer’s plans in the antique category.

In addition, a People’s Choice Award will be presented, based entirely on audience participation.
To be eligible for the judging competition, aircraft must:

Be in airworthy condition
Have flown to or on the day of – and prior to – the competition
Be in the competition area no later than 0830 hrs. on the day of competition

As authenticity is the focus of this competition, prize winning aircraft will be those which most closely resemble a like new, factory original finish throughout. Modifications or alterations not mandated by FAA or to enhance operational safety may detract from the overall final score.
Aircraft will be judged for awards in the following categories:

Antique Aircraft Civil
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Classic Aircraft Civil
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Replica
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
(antique category only)
Antique Aircraft Military
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Classic Aircraft Military
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
People’s Choice Award
Best in Show

To register as a contestant, please complete the Contest Registration Form.
Registration deadline is midnight, Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Contestant Registration Form

Museum Crawl of the Wright Brothers Historic Trail
2026-09-24 | CO
Join us on a Museum Crawl of the Wright Brothers Historic Trail sites in Dayton, Ohio. Start time and first location to be announced upon registration.
Sites Include:

Aviation Trail Parachute Museum:
The Aviation Trail Parachute Museum tells the story of the development of the free-fall parachute through interactive exhibits, original artifacts, panels with copies of historic photographs and text and a timeline.
Carillon Park:
Among the attractions at this unique, 65-acre museum is the original 1905 Wright Flyer III, the world’s first practical airplane. The Flyer III, housed in Wright Hall, was restored under the personal direction of Orville Wright.
Huffman Prairie Flying Field:
Located on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, this is where the brothers developed the first practical airplane (1904–1905).
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center & Wright Cycle Company Building:
Features a museum on the brothers’ lives, a replica of their 1902 glider, and their bicycle shop.
Wright Brothers National Memorial(Kill Devil Hills):
Site of the first powered, controlled flight in 1903. Includes a visitor center, landing markers, and a monument atop Big Kill Devil Hill. (Note: Some of these sites require a nominal admission fee but are well worth it!)
Reserve Your Spot!
Name *Email AddressPhone *Number of GuestsSubmit

Tour the National Museum of the United States Air Force
2026-09-25, 2026-09-27 | The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, Ohio, 45433
Join us on a visit to the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF). Admission is free. You can either join one of the guided tours or self-tour this facility at your leisure.
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, is the world’s largest military aviation museum. With free admission and parking, the museum features more than 350 aerospace vehicles and missiles and thousands of artifacts amid more than 19 acres of indoor exhibit space.
Let us know you will be joining.
Name *Email AddressPhone *Number of GuestsWhat day will you be attending?Friday, September 25Sunday, September 27Submit

13th annual International Aviation Archeology and Wreckchasing Symposium
2026-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center, 10823 Chidlaw Road, Dayton, OH, 45433, United States
13th annual International Aviation Archeology and Wreckchasing Symposium

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Plus additional events on Thursday and Friday. Details below.

at the Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center

10823 Chidlaw Road, Dayton, OH 45433

The 13th Annual International Aviation Archeology and Wreckchasing Symposium is the most anticipated and well-attended of its kind in the Western Hemisphere, attracting both professional and avocational archaeologists, aviation and aerospace historians, writers, wreck-chasers, and adventurers. Highlights Include:

Historic information gathering

Technological insight from featured speakers

Practical applications

Networking
Featured speakers will include prominent members of the US aviation archaeology and wreckchasing community, as well as practitioners from abroad, sharing expedition experiences. A diverse line-up of topics has been planned for this event, encompassing both terrestrial and maritime endeavors. Speaker lineup will be announced soon.

Symposium - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This events feature 9 speakers from the aviation archaeology and wreckchasing community between 8-5pm with a 30 min lunch break. Morning refreshments and a sandwich buffet will be provided, courtesy of the Colorado Aviation Historical Society. Registration cost - $65

Buffet dinner - 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Following the symposium, we are offering an exclusive social gathering, with a buffet dinner and a renowned keynote speaker, at the same location as the symposium. Registration cost - $65

Bundle early and save!
Register prior to June 1, 2026 for both the Symposium and the dinner for only $110.
Please note that day of event registration (9/26) will be accepted with credit card payment only, at the full-price of $65.00 USD for each event.
REGISTER TODAY! »

Full Schedule of Events

In advance of the symposium, attendees who arrive early are invited to join other like-minded individuals for a specially coordinated tour of local museums and exhibits – historically relevant sites that surely won’t disappoint.
Click on the dates below to view what we have planned for each day.

Thursday

2026-09-24

Friday

2026-09-25

Saturday

2026-09-26

Sunday

2026-09-27

Thursday

2026-09-24

Museum Crawl

Join us on a Museum Crawl of the Wright Brothers Historic Trail sites including: Aviation Trail Parachute Museum, Carillon Park, Huffman Prairie, the Wright Cycle Company, and the Wright Brothers Memorial.
(Note: Some of these sites require a nominal admission fee but are well worth it!)
Learn More

Friday

2026-09-25

Tour of the National Museum of the United States Air Force

Admission is free. Join one of the guided tours or self-tour this facility at your leisure. Learn More

Saturday

2026-09-26

08:00
- 17:00

Symposium

There will be nine (9) featured speakers, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with a thirty (30) minute lunch break. Registration is $65.00, which includes printed material, morning and afternoon refreshments, as well as a sandwich buffet at noon, sponsored by the Colorado Aviation Historical Society (CAHS). Register Today!

17:30
- 21:00

Post Symposium Dinner

In addition to the symposium, a special dinner for symposium attendees will be held at the Hope Hotel and Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center. An exclusive cash bar, offering sometime to relax and socialize, will open at 5:30 p.m. in the foyer. Seating for the dinner will begin at 6 p.m. A special keynote speaker will begin at 6:45 p.m. The evenings events are scheduled to end no later than 9 p.m. Registration – $65 Register Today!

Sunday

2026-09-27

Tour of the National Museum of the United States Air Force

Admission is free. Join one of the guided tours or self-tour this facility at your leisure. Learn More

Museum Crawl

Join us on a Museum Crawl of the Wright Brothers Historic Trail sites including: Aviation Trail Parachute Museum, Carillon Park, Huffman Prairie, the Wright Cycle Company, and the Wright Brothers Memorial.
(Note: Some of these sites require a nominal admission fee but are well worth it!)
Learn More

Tour of the National Museum of the United States Air Force

Admission is free. Join one of the guided tours or self-tour this facility at your leisure. Learn More

08:00
- 17:00

Symposium

There will be nine (9) featured speakers, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with a thirty (30) minute lunch break. Registration is $65.00, which includes printed material, morning and afternoon refreshments, as well as a sandwich buffet at noon, sponsored by the Colorado Aviation Historical Society (CAHS). Register Today!

17:30
- 21:00

Post Symposium Dinner

In addition to the symposium, a special dinner for symposium attendees will be held at the Hope Hotel and Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center. An exclusive cash bar, offering sometime to relax and socialize, will open at 5:30 p.m. in the foyer. Seating for the dinner will begin at 6 p.m. A special keynote speaker will begin at 6:45 p.m. The evenings events are scheduled to end no later than 9 p.m. Registration – $65 Register Today!

Tour of the National Museum of the United States Air Force

Admission is free. Join one of the guided tours or self-tour this facility at your leisure. Learn More

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