American Heroes Air Show 2026

American Heroes Air Show

The American Heroes Air Show is the nation's favorite admission-free, helicopter-only aviation event. First launched in 1993 at Santa Monica Airport, the show has been held at Hansen Dam Sports Complex since 1996. Its mission is to EDUCATE - COMMUNICATE - DEMONSTRATE the diverse capabilities of rotorcraft aviation.

2026 Edition

• Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
• Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Venue: Hansen Dam Sports Complex, Lakeview Terrace, Los Angeles, California, USA
• Admission: Free

What's On

• Static displays and demonstrations of helicopters used in law enforcement, firefighting and public safety, search and rescue (SAR), communications, homeland security and national defense
• CODE3 Career Expo: recruitment teams from law enforcement, public service agencies and the military
• Exhibits from private vendors, public service organizations, media and local elected officials
• Naturalization ceremony held in partnership with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), welcoming new citizens on their first day as Americans

Organizer

Organized by the American Heroes Air Show team (JD Paules / Heroes Air Show). California event director: Steve Goldsworthy; executive producer: Jim Paules. General contact: [email protected].

More details: Official website

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Register for entry or booths

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Venue Map and Hotels Around

Lakeview Terrace - Hansen Dam Sports Complex, Lakeview Terrace, United States