Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

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Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is Colorado’s Official Air & Space Museum. Founded in 1994 and housed at the former Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Wings is dedicated to inspiring, educating and entertaining the public about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. As an education-focused organization, we understand the importance of open communication and learning.

However, we do moderate comments made on our social platforms in order to maintain a family friendly and respectful environment. We are dedicated to providing visitors with a quality experience – both online and at the Museum. We address all constructive criticisms quickly and efficiently. Please direct message us with any questions or concerns you have.

09/04/2026

The F-16 is getting ready for a new paint job! 🎨✈️

Restoring an aircraft is often a years-long process, but this Thunderbird has to be ready by the opening night of our Spreading Wings Gala, where it will be revealed for the first time.

After arriving at Wings on a flatbed trailer, sun-faded, this F-16 is taking on a new mission. Our team of former pilots, maintainers, students, artists, and historians has spent months sanding, repairing, recreating missing parts, and preserving the marks that tell her story.

We’re returning her to the Thunderbirds livery she wore when she retired in 2010, honoring everyone who flew, maintained, and worked on this remarkable aircraft.

Join us on October 3 at the Spreading Wings Gala for the unveiling.

09/03/2026

This is your once in a lifetime to be a fighter pilot! Ever wonder what it’s like to be a fighter pilot for a day? ✈️

On October 3 at the Spreading Wings Gala, guests can bid live on an unforgettable F-5 Fighter Pilot Experience contributed by Heather Bulk CEO of Iconic Aviation Group.

Take to the skies in a F-5 alongside a fighter pilot instructor and experience high-G maneuvering and transonic flight all while supporting Wings and the next generation of aviation leaders.

Join us and bid during the live auction. Buy tickets to the Spreading Wings Gala via link in bio.

09/02/2026

We love the smell of old planes in the morning. ✈️

Warbird Weekend is coming to Exploration of Flight this Labor Day Weekend with CAF Rocky Mountain Wing! Get an up-close look at incredible historic aircraft, hear the stories behind these legendary flying machines, meet aviation experts, and experience the thrill of taking to the skies in a WWII-era warbird.

Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for an unforgettable weekend, there’s something for everyone to explore. Come see these iconic aircraft up close and even take a flight of your own*!

📅 September 5–6
🕙 10:00AM–5:00PM
📍 Exploration of Flight (13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112)

Get Tickets: https://buff.ly/0dz8ILA

*General admission discounts, including community passes and ASTC Passport Program reciprocal admission, do not apply to this special event. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission. Flights are limited and may sell out quickly.

09/01/2026

Only F-16 pilots would know what these parts are for! Join James Reeman for a walkaround to show you some unique capabilities. ✈️

You can see our newly restored aircraft and celebrate an unforgettable evening of aerospace excellence with aviation legends at the 2026 Spreading Wings Gala on October 3! By supporting this event through tickets, sponsorships, and donations, you’re helping Wings Over the Rockies educate and inspire the next generation of aviators, Thunderbirds.

📅 October 3
📍 Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum (7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230)
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at the link in bio!

We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

08/29/2026

There are only 3 of these aircraft left in the world! 🤯

Developed during the Cold War, the RF-84K was designed for a unique mission; combining the speed and reconnaissance capabilities of the RF-84F with the ability to launch from a B-36 bomber. This innovative aircraft represents a fascinating chapter in the evolution of military aviation. Used during the 1950s by the US Air Force in the FICON program, these birds would undergo various trials. The program tested the abilities for B-36s to carry parasitic fighters, but was cancelled with the phjasing out of the B-36 and the introduction of the Lockheed U-2.

At Wings Over the Rockies, you can get an up-close look at the Thunderflash and discover how aircraft like this pushed the boundaries of speed, technology, and aerial reconnaissance. Uncover the stories behind its development, and experience the incredible innovations that continue to shape aviation today!

Our Social Media Manager asked if we can we go back to posting one picture again. ✈️ If you’ve ever been to the hangar ...
08/28/2026

Our Social Media Manager asked if we can we go back to posting one picture again. ✈️

If you’ve ever been to the hangar and have taken incredible images, DM us! We’d love to feature some of your photos.

(Photo: Cliff Lawson)

08/27/2026

The TBM Avenger was the largest single-engine aircraft built for combat. Designed for aircraft-carrier operations, it could take off and land on runways as short as 500 feet.

This Warbird Weekend, CAF Rocky Mountain Wing is flying in their Avenger, and you’ll have the opportunity to look inside, or even take a flight*!

Get an up-close look at historic aircraft, hear the stories behind these legendary machines, meet aviation experts, and discover what it’s like to take to the skies in a WWII-era warbird!

Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a history lover, or just looking for an unforgettable experience, there’s something for everyone to discover.

📅 September 5–6
🕙 10:00AM–5:00PM
📍 Exploration of Flight | 13005 Wings Way, Centennial, CO 80112
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://buff.ly/7tYuMMk

*General admission discounts, including community passes and ASTC Passport Program reciprocal admission, do not apply to this special event. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission. Flights are limited and may sell out quickly.

(Video: CAF Rocky Mountain Wing)

08/26/2026

School is back in session! ✏️

Are you a middle or high school student looking to break into the aviation industry? Our Aerospace Exploration program might be the right fit for you! From learning about rocketry to coding and more, you’ll gain real-world aerospace experiences in the heart of Denver.

Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/93kVm05

08/26/2026

Planes get nose boops too. Happy National Dog Day! 🐶✈️

🎤 New on the Behind the Wings Podcast: Asteroid Bennu and the Ingredients for Life on Earth In this episode, host Rick C...
08/25/2026

🎤 New on the Behind the Wings Podcast: Asteroid Bennu and the Ingredients for Life on Earth

In this episode, host Rick Crandall sits down with NASA astrochemist José C. Aponte, a member of the OSIRIS-REx sample analysis team.

NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission traveled billions of miles to asteroid Bennu, collected a pristine sample of rock and dust, and brought it back to Earth for scientists to study.

You’ll hear what scientists discovered inside tiny samples of asteroid Bennu, including amino acids, the building blocks of DNA and RNA, and evidence of an ancient watery environment. Aponte also explains how these findings could help us understand the chemistry that existed before life began on Earth.

Check out Episode 80 at the link in bio or wherever you listen!

This episode is supported in part by United Airlines.

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