Yakima Aviation Day Draws Crowds and Big News

Another Aviation Day is in the books, and the Yakima Valley came in droves to witness the sights and sounds from the career field that affects the lives of countless people, Aviation. And we have quite the collection of photos from the day's events below. Keep scrolling to check them out.

Yakima Welcomes 3rd Annual Aviation Day

From the moment I got the call early last week, to watching the iconic P51 Mustang (courtesy of Erickson Aircraft Collection LLC) touch down and land at the Yakima Airport, Fly YKM (check out the video of it arriving here), I couldn't wait for Aviation Day!

airplanes and vendors at airport

I have many family members who have flown, and some of my earliest memories were riding in my grandfather Dave's single-prop Aero Commander Lark airplane.

man walking by a plane

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Yakima Aviation Day & Air Fair's Future

Another fond memory was going to the Yakima Air Fair with my dad and brother. Aviation Day has been laying the groundwork, the runway, if you will, for the return of the Air Fair, and on Saturday, the big announcement was made!

Father's Day Weekend, 2027, Aviation Day will feature the return of the Air Fair!

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Sights Of Aviation Day!

The weather had its ups and downs, but compared to previous years of sweltering heat, it was nice and cool. Flight clubs, schools, military, police, personal aircraft, classic cars, food, drinks, and all sorts of aspects of the aviation field were represented at Aviation Day. Take a look at our photo gallery from some of what we saw at the 3rd Annual Aviation Day!

READ MORE: Watch Video Of The Iconic P51 Mustang Arriving In Yakima