October 22, 2026 - WACO Air Museum, Troy, Ohio: Author Diana Bittern to Present “The Mechanical Boy: Discovering an Aviation Legacy” at WACO Aviation Lecture Series on October 22 TROY, Ohio — The WACO Education Center & Air Museum will welcome author Diana Bittern on Thursday, October 22, for a special presentation, “The Mechanical Boy: Discovering an Aviation Legacy,” as part of its Aviation Lecture Series. The free public lecture begins at 7 p.m. at the WACO Education Cent

Troy Ohio, Troy, Ohio, September 19, 2026: We stepped back into aviation’s golden age at WACO Museum’s annual fly-in, a September tradition that brings pilots, families, and history lovers together in Troy, Ohio. From the rumble of radial engines to the sight of WACO biplanes returning home, this three-day celebration is where history takes flight. Aviation Trail, Inc. and the Parachute Museum were among the exhibitors. video courtesy of Dan Edwards, Aviation Trail, Inc.​ Se

SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2026: Step back into aviation’s golden age at WACO Museum’s annual fly-in, a September tradition that brings pilots, families, and history lovers together in Troy, Ohio. From the rumble of radial engines to the sight of WACO biplanes returning home, this three-day celebration is where history takes flight. 2026 lineup of events: Friday | September 18 Flag Raising | TBD Museum Open | 10:00am - 6:00pm Scavenger Hunt Biplane Rides* Silent Auction Food Trucks | 1

Thursday, May 21, 7 - 8 pm. Where Pittsburgh Aviation Took Off – Miss McKeesport Speakers: Sue Morris & Brian Butko Book signing to follow WACO Air Museum – Willis Wing • Doors Open: 6:30 PM Program: 7:00–8:00 PM 1865 S. County Rd. 25A • Troy, OH 45373 Aviation lectures are free and open to the public. All lectures are sponsored in part by Collins Aerospace. Donations to the WACO Museum appreciated! For questions, please call 937-335-9226 or visit www.wacoairmuseum.org. W

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 7 - 8 pm. Wilbur Wright and the Challenge of Human Flight Speaker: Maria Cornacchione, Dayton Aviation History National Historical Park Guide WACO Air Museum – Willis Wing • Doors Open: 6:30 PM Program: 7:00–8:00 PM 1865 S. County Rd. 25A • Troy, OH 45373 Aviation lectures are free and open to the public. All lectures are sponsored in part by Collins Aerospace. Donations to the WACO Museum appreciated! For questions, please call 937-335-9226 or vis

February 28 & March 1, 2026: Join us in the new WACO Education Center – Robinson Wing! Saturday, February 28 ✈ 10 AM – 5 PM Sunday, March 1 ✈ 11 AM – 4 PM Theme: Aviation Adventures – Where Imagination Takes Flight WACO Education Center & Air Museum 1865 South County Road 25A Troy, OH 45373 (937) 335-9226 www.wacoairmuseum.org Celebrate Dayton, the Birthplace of Aviation, by bringing Aviation Adventures to life with LEGO bricks. Whether you’re inspired by the Wright Brother’s

Thursday, March 19, 2026 Grimes Flying Lab & History of Grimes Manufacturing (Urbana) Speaker: Jessica Deere, Museum Coordinator WACO Air Museum – Willis Wing • Doors Open: 6:30 PM Program: 7:00–8:00 PM 1865 S. County Rd. 25A • Troy, OH 45373 Aviation lectures are free and open to the public. All lectures are sponsored in part by Collins Aerospace. Donations to the WACO Museum appreciated! For questions, please call 937-335-9226 or visit www.wacoairmuseum.org . WACO Air Mu