Airport Open House

Next date: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Come explore aviation up close at the Los Alamos Airport Open House, in partnership with 2025 Los Alamos ScienceFest. Los Alamos County and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 691 will host a morning of aviation activities, exhibits, and family fun on Saturday, June 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at KLAM Airport (1040 Airport Rd). This event is free and open to the public.

The day will kick off early with coffee and donuts starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by a full schedule of demonstrations and displays:

Paramotor Demonstration (9:00 a.m.): Watch a live paramotor flight—a parachute powered by a motorized fan strapped to the pilot’s back
RC Model Flying (9:30–10:30 a.m.): See model aircraft take to the skies in a remote-controlled flying demonstration.
Chris Dahl-Bredine Art Show (all morning) and Slide Show Lecture at 11:30 a.m.: Explore the stunning aerial photography of New Mexico by award-winning photographer and pilot Chris Dahl-Bredine at the airport terminal.
Aircraft Displays: Get up close and personal with an exciting lineup of aircraft, including:
- Classic Air Medical Helicopter
- Trike ultralights (lightweight, motorized hang gliders)
- Microcopter (a mini helicopter)
- Various experimental aircraft, many built here in Los Alamos
- Additional aircraft from the Los Alamos Airport community
Los Alamos Fire Department’s Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) Truck: Tour the specialized fire truck used in aircraft emergencies.
Flight Simulators: Try your hand at flying in the EAA Hangar’s simulators, perfect for all ages.
Electric Dragonfly Project: Learn about an exciting electric aircraft under development by the EAA and how you can get involved.
Civil Air Patrol: Meet cadets and learn about youth programs in aviation and aerospace.
New Mexico Pilots Association (NMPA): Information and resources for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.
Viva Skydive: Learn about skydiving opportunities in Northern New Mexico.
Free Airplane Rides: Sign up for a free flight on a later date—made possible by volunteer pilots.
EAA Young Eagles: Information about free introductory flights for youth, with demonstrations.
Food Trucks: Enjoy delicious offerings from local vendors (food trucks to be confirmed).