Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

🎤 New Behind the Wings podcast episode - Landing a Helicopter on a Bank Robber's Car. Welcome to Season 7 of the Behind the Wings podcast! In this episode, Pilot Mike Silva recalls a high-speed chase that ended when his news helicopter stopped a fleeing criminal’s stolen car, allowing police to save a hostage's life. He also discusses Huey missions in Vietnam, piloting Copter4 at Denver CBS, returning to combat as the oldest Black Hawk aviator in Iraq, and saving lives during intense missions. From the Fire Base Mary Ann battle to flying alongside dangerous tornadoes, he has done it all in a career spanning more than 50 years. This one is going to be cool! Find Episode 61 at the link in our comments or wherever you listen to podcasts! Hosted by Rick Crandall. Produced by Brian Funke and Cray Novick. Edited by Brian Funke. #wingsmuseum #wingsovertherockies #aviation #behindthewings #podcast #pilot #huey #blackhawk #helicopter

This November, we are proud to honor the Marines' 250-year legacy and dedicated service, and we want you to join us in the celebration! Experience the time-honored traditions of the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, including the ceremonial cake cutting. Join us for the dedication of Wings Over the Rockies’ first Marine Corps aircraft, the AV-8B Harrier II+, and enjoy a night of fun and dinner alongside Marines, veterans, and their community of supporters. 🗓️️ November 9   🕙 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM   📍 Air & Space Museum (7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230) As a nonprofit, your ticket, table, or gift directly fuels Wings’ mission to educate, inspire, and excite future generations of aerospace leaders while preserving history through exhibits! Can’t make it in person? You can still make a difference by sponsoring a Marine who otherwise would not be able to attend. Thank you for your support! Learn more and purchase tickets today to lock in early registration at the link in our bio (include link on FB and LinkedIn) 

New Behind the Wings Video: How the F-14 Revolutionized Carrier Combat Join Wings' Curator Stewart Bailey as we go Behind the Wings of a supersonic, carrier-capable fighter designed for air superiority and fleet defense – the Grumman F-14 Tomcat. We'll also meet Pilot Mike "Thumper" Bonner, who share his stories flying the Tomcat. This one is going to be cool! Check out the full video: https://buff.ly/UW7Jtgg #BehindtheWings #WingsMuseum #F14

Get ready to meet some cool women in Colorado’s aerospace industry. ✈️ Our team is preparing something special; the Women in Aerospace Speakers Panel is coming! This panel features women who are engineers, vice presidents, researchers and pilots. Learn from their expertise, how they overcame challenges, and continue to work on groundbreaking projects. 🗓️️ September 4 🕙6:00PM - 8:00PM 📍Air & Space Museum (7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230) Explore more and get tickets: https://buff.ly/yTHs4DH

Aerospace Engineer Burt Rutan explains why learning to fly may soon be obsolete and how autonomous aircraft could become a faster alternative to commercial airlines. To hear more, check out episode 50 of the Behind the Wings podcast at the link in our comments or wherever you listen! #wingsovertherockies #wingsmuseum #behindthewings #podcast #ai #avgeek #autonomous #burtrutan #aviation

Meet Rachel Pearl Herman, our new Chief Experience Officer! With more than a decade of experience in aerospace museums and science centers, Herman will be focused on delivering dynamic, mission-aligned experiences that inspire curiosity and connection across both the Air & Space Museum in Lowry and the Exploration of Flight campus at Centennial Airport.  Most recently, she served as the Strategic Initiative Project Manager at Space Center Houston, where she led high priority, cross-departmental efforts to enhance the guest experience and advance institutional priorities. Prior to that, she was Director of Collections at the Lone Star Flight Museum in Houston, Texas. Rachel is committed to ensuring programs serve the broad and diverse needs of the community. Her passion has led her to form sustainability teams and spearhead engagement strategies through Cambio, a collaboration between museums and informal learning spaces across the country working to better serve local Latino/a/x communities. “Wings Over the Rockies represents the best of what museums can be—dynamic spaces for learning, inspiration, and community connection,” said Herman. “I’m honored to join this incredible team and look forward to building partnerships that support our mission and expand access to aerospace programs, exhibits and education across Colorado.” Rachel holds a Master of Arts in Museum Studies from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Archaeology from the The University of Texas at Austin. In her free time, Rachel enjoys adventuring with her three kids to experience it all—from the food and museums to the mountains and the vibrant community. Please join us in welcoming Rachel to the team! 

We’ve got you covered on what to do this weekend! ✈️ Calling Veterans! We invite you and your support systems to join us for a coffee hour. It is a great time to connect while hanging out in our cool hangar! ☕️Veterans Coffee Hour 🗓️️ August 23 🕙9AM - 10AM 📍Air & Space Museum We also invite you to join our Sensory Friendly Hours! We are pleased to offer a more comfortable museum experience for our friends who have sensory processing sensitivities and their families. 🤲 Sensory Friendly Hours 🗓️️ August 24 🕙10AM - 11:30AM 📍Air & Space Museum We hope you join us this weekend. Learn more: https://buff.ly/VoSIEr9

Aerospace Engineer Burt Rutan explains how placing short wings at the front of an aircraft reduces stall risks and improves overall safety. This specific design quickly became his signature look. To hear more, check out episode 50 of the Behind the Wings podcast at the link in our comments or wherever you listen! #wingsovertherockies #wingsmuseum #behindthewings #podcast #history #avgeek #canard #burtrutan #aviation