Aviation Trail, Inc.

10/14/2026

Run on the Runway — join us at Moraine Airpark for a 5K on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 9 AM! Lace up for a scenic course on the runway, perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. Register and get details at: https://wix.to/iorI2al

October 18, 2026:Moraine Airpark is hosting a 5K race on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 9 am. Scan the QR code for more details and registration.https://moraineairpark.com/ #/run-on-the-runway__________________Moraine Airpark3800 Clearview AvenueMoraine, OH 45439https://moraineairpark.com(937) 866-2489....

10/12/2026

Join us at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum for Talk & Tour: Red October — The Space Race with space historian Greg Brown. Discover the Soviet side of the Cold War space rivalry and why they ultimately didn’t put humans on the Moon. Events: 3rd Thursday & 3rd Saturday each month. October dates: 15 & 17. Thursday 2–4PM; Saturday 11AM–1PM & 2–4PM. Learn more and RSVP: https://wix.to/YkZjzmN

October 15 & 17 - Red October! The Space Race:October 15th & 17th: The Cold War and Space Race was a dominating cultural and political force for the United States in the latter half of the 20th century. Learn more with space historian Greg Brown about the Soviet side of the conflict, their rise, ear...

10/02/2026

Spooky Space at Armstrong Air & Space Museum! 👻🚀

Join us October 3rd for hands-on activities starting at 11AM and 2PM — use balloons and aluminum foil to explore black holes and their incredible gravity. Guided museum tours (45 minutes) highlight key exhibits at 11AM, 1PM, and 3PM. Perfect for curious kids and families!

Learn more and plan your visit: https://wix.to/rBZvyUa

October 3rd - Spooky Space:Spooky Space: Starting at 11AM and 2PM, participants will be using balloons and aluminum foil to learn about Black Holes! Our educator will engage students in an interactive discussion about black holes, explaining what they are, how they form the science behind their incr...

09/27/2026

Free lecture at Champaign Aviation Museum — Thursday, October 1 • 2:00–3:30 PM

D. James Schumer, MD for “Flight Paths: From WWII Stories to Restoring Sight.” Hear a multigenerational tale from a WWII pilot’s legacy to a career in ophthalmology, plus inspiring aviation stories and personal reflections. Perfect for aviation lovers, history buffs, and the curious community.

Free admission. Read more and plan your visit: https://wix.to/rCCmmsz

Thursday, October 1st at 2:00pm - 3:30pm:Flight Paths: From WWII Stories to Restoring SightPresented by D. James Schumer, MDExperience an inspiring, multigenerational journey as told by D. James Schumer. MD, AME. Beginning with the compelling story of his father's service as a World War II pilot, th...

09/25/2026

Join us Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 at 7 PM for an in-person talk with Dayton native and award-winning author Ann Hagedorn. She’ll discuss her new book Sleeper Agent — the true story of George Koval, the American-born Soviet spy who infiltrated the Dayton Project and helped the USSR develop its first atomic bomb. Don’t miss this fascinating piece of local and national history. Learn more: https://wix.to/xiTzWLI

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 7 PM:On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at 7 p.m., Ann Hagedorn, a Dayton native, former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and an award-winning author, will speak about her most recent book, Sleeper Agent.The book tells the story of George Koval, an American-born Sovie...

09/22/2026

Step back into aviation’s golden age with our video report from the WACO Annual Fly-In 2026 in Troy, Ohio held on Sept. 18 to 20. From rumbling radial engines to classic biplanes on display, this three-day celebration brought pilots, families, and history lovers together. Video courtesy of Dan Edwards and Aviation Trail, Inc. Watch the full report: https://wix.to/f4QtOhO

09/20/2026

September 27 is the registration deadline for this Oct. 24 event from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. For high school students (Grades 9–12). Explore aviation careers through hands-on modules: emergency response, flight planning, crash investigation, and more. Tuition: $149. Registration deadline: September 27, 2026. Location: The Ohio State University Airport (KOSU). Learn more & register: https://wix.to/03uFEFd

Careers in Airport Technical Operations:SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 - 8:30a - 4:30pFor High School Students in Grades 9-12REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 27, 2026LOCATION: THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY AIRPORT (KOSU)TUITION: $149Students will explore the dynamic world of aviation through hands-on, immersive m...

09/16/2026

Join us September 19, 3:30–6:00 PM for the Warbird Flying Showcase at the Tri-State Warbird Museum — part of the Festival of Warbirds! See more than 10 flying WWII aircraft, enjoy food trucks and beverage stations, and bring folding chairs for a family-friendly trip back in time. Learn more and plan your visit: https://wix.to/X9q0jpp

September 19 @ 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm:Festival of Warbirds! Showcasing more than 10 flying WWII aircraft!The Tri-State Warbird Museum proudly presents the Warbird Flying Showcase happening on September 19, 2026. This year’s Festival of Warbirds will be showcasing more than 10 flying WWII aircraft! This...

09/16/2026

Celebrate automotive history at the 19th Annual Dayton Concours d'Elegance! Join us at Carillon Historical Park on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 10:30 AM–4 PM for a fundraiser supporting the park. Enjoy 150+ cars and motorcycles, live music, food, and a special tribute to Pontiac’s 100th anniversary. Perfect for families, car lovers, and history buffs. Learn more and plan your visit: https://wix.to/lk3OKRr

Carillon Historical Park - Sunday, Sept. 20:, 2026:The 19th annual Dayton Concours d'Elegance, a fundraiser benefiting Carillon Historical Park, returns Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.This year's event celebrates the 100th anniversary of Pontiac. Founded by General Motors in 1926,....

08/31/2026

Join us at Carillon Historical Park on Saturday, Sept. 5 for the Antique Fire Apparatus Show! 🚒 From 9:30 AM–5 PM, the Miami Valley Antique Fire Apparatus Association brings about 40 pieces of historic fire apparatus — perfect for families, history buffs, and fire-service fans. Learn, explore, and enjoy a day full of sights and sounds from the past. Details: https://wix.to/g5PtKsS

Antique Fire Apparatus Show Returns to Carillon Historical Park on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.The sights, sounds and history of the fire service will return to Carillon Historical Park on Saturday, Sept. 5 — Labor Day Weekend — as the Miami Valley Antique Fire Apparatus Associati...