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PETERSON AERO CLUB MARKS 75 YEARS OF AVIATION EXCELLENCE (Photo) - 03/31/26

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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Attached Media Files: Mediarelease033026.pdf,

PETERSON AERO CLUB MARKS 75 YEARS OF AVIATION EXCELLENCE (Photo) - 03/31/26

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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Attached Media Files: Mediarelease033026.pdf,