Aviation Events Calendar
Plan your next aviation adventure – fly-ins, festivals, 5-K runway runs, and much more – by browsing this events calendar. You can use the “Search” feature to find events by topic, location, date, and more.
If you have an aviation related event you would like to have added to the calendar, please use the Virginia Aviation Calendar Events Form to submit your request.
Calendar Events for 2025
IMC Richmond – Mastering the Art of Instrument Flying Date: April 14, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Richmond Executive Airport/Chesterfield County, 7511 Airfield Drive, Richmond, VA 23237 Topic: EAA IMC Scenario Presentations for pilot proficiency and decision making. Event Details: The IMC Club provides organized “hangar flying” focused on building proficiency and safety in instrument flying. We have very engaging discussions of real-world instrument scenarios, with pilots also sharing their knowledge and experiences in order to promote safety, education, and proficiency. You do not have to be instrument rated to attend. Every meeting consists of scenario presentations and group discussions about instrument procedures, proficiency, unusual or interesting charts, changed rules and procedures, and member experiences. The scenarios we will discuss at this meeting are focused on instrument procedures, decision making, proficiency, weather, and pre-flight planning. Bring your EFB, your experience, and your questions, and be ready to participate. All are welcome. You do not need to be an EAA member or instrument rated pilot to attend. We will also be discussing how you can earn WINGS Credit. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam & Richmond FSDO The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the 'Contact Information' area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services. | 14 APR |
Night Flight Date: April 16, 2025 Time: 8:00 p.m. EDT Eventy Type: Webinar Event Details: Join Larry Bothe, an 8,000-hour small airplane pilot and CFI, as he discusses basic information and best practices for flying at night. Topics include the FAA’s definitions of night, airport and aircraft lights, flashlights, and night vision; hazards to night flight, such as obstacles and ground fog, and risk management during night cross-country flight. To view further details and registration information for this webinar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 2 - 1 Credit
| 16 APR |
ICON A5 at Libbie Mill Library Date: April 21, 2025 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Libbie Mill Library, 2100 Libbie Lake East Street, Henrico 23230 Event Details: The Virginia Department of Aviation will have its ICON A5 light sport amphibian aircraft on display. Stop by and learn about airplanes, learning to fly, and aviation in Virginia. You may even get a chance to sit in the ICON A5. | 21 APR |
ICON A5 at Tuckahoe Library Date: April 29, 2025 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Tuckahoe Library, 1901 Starling Drive, Henrico, VA 23229 Event Details: The Virginia Department of Aviation will have its ICON A5 light sport amphibian aircraft on display. Stop by and learn about airplanes, learning to fly, and aviation in Virginia. You may even get a chance to sit in the ICON A5. | 29 APR |
What’s Up With Drones Date: May 3, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Williamsburg Jamestown Airport KJGG, 100 Marclay Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185 Topic: Come learn how drones are being used to enhance safety! See how drones will enrich lives at work, home and play. Description: Join the FAA Safety Team Drone Pro Representatives, Drone Clubs, and members of the Drone Industry to plant the seeds of the aviation safety culture and stoke the curiosity of the aviation industries future generations. Check out exhibits, Drone demonstrations, and learn to fly a drone yourself!, Discover what roles drones have in aviation. This will be a free family friendly event open to the public! To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: FAA Safety Team Richmond FSDO EA21 The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the 'Contact Information' area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services. The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: n/a | 3 MAY |
Chick-fil-A Cow Drop Event at Hanover County Airport Date: May 3, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Hanover County Municipal Airport Event Details: The Department of Aviation will have its display trailer at this annual event. It is a day full of games, family activities, food and much more! For more information visit https://grace-school.net/cow/info.html | 3 MAY |
Aviation STEM Event Date: May 17, 2025 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Location: Middle Peninsula Regional Airport, 1000 Airport Road, Mattaponi, VA 23110 Event Details: The Department of Aviation plans to bring its ICON A5 light sport amphibian aircraft to this free event.Activities include flight and drone simulators, EAA exploratory flights for you ages 8-17 and more! The event is sponsored by the Youth Aeronautics Educational Foundation and participants include: Middle Peninsula Regional Airport, YAEF, DOAV, Fulcrum Concepts LLC, Tuskegee Airmen (HBC-TAI), EAA Chapters 231 and 156, and Hampton Roads – DSU Alumni. | 17 MAY |
