You won’t want to miss this spectacular air show in Northern California! See some incredible aerial stunts and celebrate the state’s rich aviation history at The California Capital Airshow on Sept. 23-24, 2023 at Mather Airport.
Get ready to witness some incredible aviation feats, see incredible planes up-close, while learning about aviation. The California Capital Airshow boasts a lineup of exceptional pilots, whose aerial displays will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Get ready to witness some incredible aviation feats, see incredible planes up-close, while learning about aviation. The California Capital Airshow boasts a lineup of exceptional pilots, whose aerial displays will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Just some of the pilots and planes you will see at this airshow include Bill Stein, in his Zivko Edge 540; Jim Peitz in his Beechcraft F33C Bonanza; The Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation with its A-10 Thunderbolt II and P-51 Mustang. And, of course, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will dazzle the crowd with their unmatched flight skills.
While the aerial displays steal the spotlight, there's plenty to see and do on the ground.
Explore the collection of combat aircraft from WWII and the Korean War. Ever wondered what the inside of a massive military transport aircraft looks like? You'll have the chance to find out!
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In addition to the aerial display and on-the-ground planes, there will be plenty of food at this event.
Plan to have lunch at the airshow, where there will be a wide variety of food options, from local barbecue to regional cuisines, fried specialties, delectable desserts, signature salads, boxed lunches, and more.
One of the unique aspects of the California Capital Airshow is the chance to meet the performers.
Many of the pilots and crew members make themselves available before or after their aerial performances. You can even meet some WWII-era and military crews who are happy to share their knowledge and pose for photos.
Don't forget to visit the Autograph Tent, where airshow performers will be signing autographs.
Established in 2004, this nonprofit event is dedicated to honoring the region's aviation heritage and veterans. Through scholarships, charitable group donations, and educational youth programming, the airshow gives back to the community.
Want to save on tickets? Sign up on the California Capital Airshow’s website to become an Airshow Insider. You’ll gain access to exclusive discounts and offers, making this thrilling event even more accessible.
Before the main event, you can meet the U.S. Thunderbirds on Friday, September 22, at Village Green Park in Rancho Cordova. In addition to meeting the pilots, guests can enjoy delicious food from food trucks, dance to live music, and partake in family-friendly activities. It’s a fantastic way to kick off the airshow weekend!
Don’t miss out on this thrilling celebration of aviation history! We love a good airshow! Have you ever attended an airshow in Northern California? Make a weekend of it and stay the night in Rancho Cordova, scheduling time to visit William Land Park and have a cocktail at this cool tiki bar in nearby Sacramento.
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