Palm Springs Air Museum

10/20/2026

What a way to spend a Saturday night! ✨✈️

On October 17, guests stepped inside Walt Disney’s legendary Grumman G-1 airplane for an exclusive interior experience at the Palm Springs Air Museum!

The evening also featured an unforgettable conversation with Mark Malone, son of Walt Disney’s original pilot, Chuck Malone, and Ed Ovalle of the Walt Disney Archives, sharing stories and insights into Walt Disney’s aviation legacy.

Missed out? The magic continues! ✨ We have more exclusive Disney Plane Interior Experiences coming up, featuring special guests and behind-the-scenes stories you won't want to miss.

In the meantime, Walt Disney’s plane is on display at the Palm Springs Air Museum, with plenty of ways to explore its history before our next event!

And don't forget to check out our exclusive Disney-inspired merchandise in the Museum Gift Shop! 🛍️

🎟️ Explore upcoming events and reserve your seats here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/walt-disneys-gulfstream-i/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=disney_plane_experience&utm_content=oct17_recap

10/16/2026

The magic takes flight TOMORROW. ✈️✨

Just ONE DAY until you can step inside Walt Disney’s plane at the Palm Springs Air Museum!

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.shop.koronaevent.com/en/offers/94320?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=event_promotion

Be among the first to experience an exclusive interior tour of Walt Disney’s newly restored Grumman Gulfstream I.

The evening includes an intimate guided tour, stories about the aircraft’s history and restoration, light refreshments, and a featured presentation from two special guests connected to Walt Disney’s legacy:

✨ Mark Malone — Former Disney Gulfstream Pilot
✨ Ed Ovalle — Walt Disney Archives
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM

Plus, a unique, limited-edition T-shirt will be available for purchase that evening!
Attendance is limited, and this is your final reminder to secure your spot for an unforgettable evening of Disney and aviation history.
See you tomorrow! ✈️✨

10/14/2026

Just 3 DAYS until the magic takes flight. ✈️✨

This Saturday, October 17, step inside Walt Disney’s plane at the Palm Springs Air Museum for an exclusive interior tour of the newly restored Grumman Gulfstream I.

🎟️ Get tickets here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.shop.koronaevent.com/en/offers/94320?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=disney_interior_tour

Be among the first to experience the aircraft's restored interior, hear stories about its history and restoration, and enjoy a special evening featuring two guests connected to Walt Disney’s legacy:

✨ Mark Malone — Former Disney Gulfstream Pilot
✨ Ed Ovalle — Walt Disney Archives

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
The evening also includes light refreshments, a guided tour, and a unique, limited-edition T-shirt available for purchase.
Don't miss your chance to experience a piece of Disney history up close. ✈️✨

10/14/2026

Warbird Wednesday! ✈️

Meet the Grumman XP-50, a twin-engine fighter developed from the Navy’s XF5F-1 Skyrocket.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TiArdYhrnn4?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=warbird_wednesday

Designed as a land-based heavy interceptor for the U.S. Army Air Corps, the XP-50 was ordered as a prototype on November 25, 1939. Although it ultimately lost the competition to the Lockheed XP-49, it remains a fascinating chapter in aviation history.

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10/13/2026

Your Halloween plans? COVERED. 🎃✈️🏎️🌶️

Planes, cars, and chili. What more could you ask for?

Join us Saturday, October 31, for the 17th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Car Show at the Palm Springs Air Museum!

🏎️ Car Show kicks off at 10 AM
🌶️ Chili Tastings begin at 11 AM
🎟️ $1 per taste or 6 for $5
✈️ Car Show included with Museum admission
🎃 Kids 12 & under get in FREE with a paid adult! Halloween costumes encouraged.

Got a car to show off? Register your ride! Or just come for the cars, stay for the chili, and enjoy some Halloween fun with the whole family.

🔗 Register your car or plan your visit here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/halloween-chili-car-show/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=halloween_chili_car_show_2026

10/13/2026

🇺🇸⚓ HAPPY 251st BIRTHDAY, UNITED STATES NAVY! ⚓🇺🇸

October 13, 1775 – October 13, 2026

251 Years of Honor, Courage, and Commitment!

Today, the Palm Springs Air Museum proudly salutes the United States Navy and the generations of brave sailors and naval aviators who have defended our freedom on, above, and beneath the seas.

From the wooden sailing ships of the Continental Navy to the mighty aircraft carriers and advanced fighter jets of today, the U.S. Navy has stood watch around the globe for 251 remarkable years.

At the Palm Springs Air Museum, we are especially proud to preserve and share the legacy of naval aviation — honoring the extraordinary aircraft, courageous aviators, and dedicated crews who helped shape American history.

Through preservation, education, and the stories of those who served, we strive to inspire future generations with the same spirit of courage, innovation, and service.

🇺🇸 To every Navy veteran, active-duty sailor, naval aviator, and family member — THANK YOU for your service and sacrifice!

Fair Winds and Following Seas!

⚓ GO NAVY! 🇺🇸

10/12/2026

The magic is ready for takeoff THIS SATURDAY. ✈️✨

Step inside Walt Disney’s plane on October 17 at the Palm Springs Air Museum.

🎟️ Get tickets here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.shop.koronaevent.com/en/offers/94320?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=event_promotion

Be among the first to experience an exclusive interior tour of Walt Disney’s newly restored Grumman Gulfstream I.

The evening includes an intimate guided tour, stories about the aircraft’s history and restoration, light refreshments, and a featured presentation from two special guests connected to Walt Disney’s legacy:

✨ Mark Malone — Former Disney Gulfstream Pilot
✨ Ed Ovalle — Walt Disney Archives

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM

Plus, a unique, limited-edition T-shirt will be available for purchase that evening!

Attendance is limited, making this a rare experience for Disney and aviation fans alike.

Reserve your spot and experience a piece of Disney history up close. ✈️

10/10/2026

At the Apple Valley Airshow, the Palm Springs Air Museum is showcasing history in flight—our C-47, both P-51 legends (Man O’ War and Bunny), our T-6, and our T-28! We’re not just flying—we’re inspiring the next generation of aviators and honoring our veterans every step of the way. Join us as we fly for history, education, and honor.

10/09/2026

✨ 9 DAYS AWAY! Step inside Walt Disney’s plane. ✈️

On Saturday, October 17, be among the first to experience an exclusive evening at the Palm Springs Air Museum, featuring a rare opportunity to step inside Walt Disney’s newly restored Grumman Gulfstream I.

🎟️Get tickets here: https://palmspringsairmuseum.shop.koronaevent.com/en/offers/94320

Our first event features two special guests with unique connections to Disney history:

✨ Mark Malone — Son of Walt Disney’s personal pilot, Chuck Malone, and former captain of Walt Disney Productions’ Gulfstream. Hear firsthand stories about the aircraft and his family’s connection to its history.

✨ Ed Ovalle — Walt Disney Archives, sharing insights into the aircraft’s history and legacy with fascinating discoveries from the historical collections of The Walt Disney Company.

The evening includes an intimate guided tour, stories about the aircraft’s history and restoration, light refreshments, and a featured presentation from our special guests.
Plus, a unique limited-edition T-shirt will be available for purchase that evening!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM

Attendance is limited, making this a rare experience for Disney and aviation fans alike.

Reserve your spot today!

10/07/2026

✈️ Warbird Wednesday: Nakajima Ki-43 “Hayabusa”

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/ukwMEnzx1P4?si=IP50eVEIlmihWXeA

Meet the Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa, or “Peregrine Falcon,” a single-engine fighter developed for the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service during World War II.

Officially designated the Army Type 1 Fighter, the Ki-43 was known to Allied forces by the reporting name “Oscar.” American pilots also frequently called it the “Army Zero” because of its resemblance to the Mitsubishi A6M Zero flown by the Imperial Japanese Navy.

The Ki-43 marked an important step in Japanese military aviation as the Army Air Service’s first all-metal fighter to feature an enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear.

Another fascinating chapter of aviation history for this week’s WBW.

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