Las
Cruces International Airport, 8990 Zia Boulevard, welcomes City residents and
the public to the first annual Wings & Wheels ‘Fest, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
October 19, 2019.
The
event is free to the public.
The
Wings & Wheels ‘Fest will have many airplanes and helicopters on display
with classic cars and hotrods. There will be dozens of exhibitors,
family-friendly activities and food trucks!
The
Wings & Wheels ‘Fest is a fundraiser for the Experimental Aircraft
Association’s local Chapter-555 Youth Aviation Scholarship program, benefitting
young people in the Mesilla Valley and surrounding area. Chapter 555, “the
Triple Nickel,” is a 501-c3 nonprofit whose mission is to introduce young
people to exciting aviation opportunities. The Chapter has given first flights
to more than 3,700 young people in southern New Mexico.
The
airport is only 10 minutes from downtown Las Cruces. Take Interstate 10 west to
Exit 132 and turn right toward the yellow water tower.
For
information call Visit Las Cruces at 575/541-2444 or the Airport at
575/541-2471.