PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – The Peterson Aero Club, officially the Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, commemorating three-quarters of a century dedicated to safe flying, flight training, and mission support.

Originally one of the first four aero clubs sanctioned by Gen. Curtis E. LeMay in 1951, the club was founded to provide a safe environment for service members to pursue their passion for aviation. Over the years, its role has evolved to include direct mission support for the Air Force, flying TDYs, participating in rescue and anti-terrorist missions, and acting as couriers.
The club, named a distinguished flight school by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association for six years, offers comprehensive, FAA-regulated training. Courses range from Private Pilot Ground School to advanced certifications like Airline Transport Pilot and specialized courses for mountain flying.

Celebratory events are planned throughout the year, including a movie night in June, an aviation day in late summer, and an "Aero Club Legends" event in the fall.
For more information on flight training and certifications, visit the Peterson Aero Club at Hangar 133, online at https://21fss.com/aero-club/.

Interviews with Flight Training Center leadership will be available on April 16 at 10:00 a.m. Media representatives interested should RSVP to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil by April 14 at 3:00 p.m.

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PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Peterson Space Force Base is proud to announce the grand opening of its innovative Solar System Running Trail on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, at 12:30 p.m. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and inaugural run will be held, featuring remarks from Col. Kenneth Klock, Commander of Space Base Delta 1 who will also be available for interviews.

This unique trail is designed to merge fitness with education, featuring markers that represent the planets of our solar system, scaled to their relative distances from the sun. The trail offers an exceptional opportunity for Guardians, Airmen, and their families to stay active while embarking on a journey through the solar system.

Media are invited to capture the event, which highlights the base's commitment to promoting physical fitness and providing an engaging educational experience for all ages.
In order to register for access to the installation, media representatives interested in attending must RSVP to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil Please identify specific names and contact numbers for media professionals who plan to attend no later than 9:00 a.m. MST on 16 March.

Media who have RSVP’d should meet at the Peterson SFB West Gate Visitor Center located at 1334 Stewart Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80914, no later than 12:00 p.m. on the date of the event. From there media will be escorted via government vehicles on base. Due to current base security measures, media who have not RSVP’d will not be granted access.

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