Aviation Discovery Zone
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF), the world’s largest flying museum, presents the CAF Aviation Discovery Fest on October 3-4, 2025, at The Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center (NAEC).
The NAEC will host an educational Aviation Discovery Zone, which provides children of all ages opportunities to engage in hands-on STEM and aviation-related activities while learning about World War II history.
Additionally, children will be able to hear first-hand accounts from World War II veterans, meet aviation enthusiasts, explore career opportunities, and view numerous World War II aircraft of all types.
Education Day - october 3
The NAEC is committed to providing cutting-edge, in-depth educational experiences for area students and is excited to invite all schools and homeschool programs to register for a FREE Education Day on Friday, October 3! Register your school or class with the links below! Public, Private and Charter school will use the "Public School Registration" button below. Home school will use the "Home School Registration" Button below. If you have any additional questions about Education Day, please email education@cafhq.org.
REGISTRATION FULL
Registration for education day is full but you can still purchase individual or family tickets here.
New for 2025: Educator Lift-Off!
Join the staff of the Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center (NAEC) for a special preview night for educators. Whether you’re planning to bring students to Friday’s festival, exploring NAEC’s educational programs, or simply want to step inside historic aircraft, RSVP for an evening of planes, programs, and personal tours.
The night will include:
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Cockpit tours of historic aircraft
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Open bar and additional refreshments
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Meet & greet with aviation professionals
- Professional Development
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Thursday, October 2, 2025 5:30PM to 8:30PM Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center
5667 Mariner Drive
Dallas, TX 75237
- The NAEC is an approved Professional Development Credit Provider, and PD certificates for this event can be provided upon request.
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