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North Texas Drone Day at Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center
September 16 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center
5657 Mariner Dr., Dallas, TX
💲 FREE
🎟️ Registration required
Experience the Future of Aviation!
Families can explore the rapidly growing world of drones, advanced air mobility, STEM and uncrewed aviation at North Texas Drone Day.
More than 30 organizations will participate, bringing aircraft, operational equipment, mobile units, simulators and hands-on activities for visitors to explore.
🚁 What You’ll See & Do
- ✈️ See a live eVTOL demonstration
- 🎮 Try the Joby Aviation simulator
- 🚁 Fly a drone yourself
- 👮 See public-safety drones used by first responders
- 📦 Explore drone delivery technology
- 🏎️ Watch FPV racing drones in action
- 🎮 Try drone flight simulators
- ✈️ See aircraft up close
- 🔍 Learn how drones are detected
- 🧪 Explore STEM activities
- 💼 Discover careers in aviation
It’s a great opportunity for kids and families interested in aviation, technology, engineering, STEM and the future of flight.
📌 Good to Know
Admission is free, but visitors are asked to register in advance.
WeekendSprout Tip: If you have a child who loves airplanes, drones, technology or STEM, this is definitely one to add to the calendar. The hands-on activities make it more than just a “look at the planes” kind of event!