OBAP Legacy Fly-In & maintenance Challenge
Event Details
June 12–14, 2026Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Aviation Register Now Witness Aviation
Event Details
June 12–14, 2026
Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Aviation
Witness Aviation Excellence in Action
Come experience elite aviation talent as pilots and maintenance professionals compete in a high-energy showcase of precision, technical skill, teamwork, and professionalism.
The OBAP Legacy Fly-In & Skills Challenge brings together students, educators, industry leaders, and aviation professionals for a one-of-a-kind event honoring OBAP’s 50-year legacy while investing in the future of aerospace.
This signature event supports scholarships and workforce development opportunities for the next generation of aviation professionals through the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals and the Luke Weathers Flight Academy.
Event Highlights
- Flight Operations Skills Competition
- Aircraft Maintenance Skills Competition
- Aviation Networking & Social Events
- Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award Ceremony
- Scholarship Fundraising Initiative
- Collegiate & Technical School Participation
- Awards, Recognition & Closing Celebration
Schedule of Events
Friday, June 12
Arrival Window — 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
Welcome Social — 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award Ceremony — 6:30 PM
Honoring Ron Milon
Hotel Return — 8:30 PM
Saturday, June 13
Breakfast — 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Skills Competition — 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Debrief & Awards — 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
Dinner — 4:30 PM–6:15 PM
Keynote Speaker — 5:30 PM–6:00 PM
Hotel Return — 8:30 PM
Sunday, June 14
Breakfast — 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Departure Window — 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
All times listed in Central Time.
Competition Categories
Flight Operations (Ops)
Pilots will compete in skill-based aviation challenges emphasizing precision, safety, professionalism, and operational excellence.
Aircraft Maintenance (Mx)
Maintenance competitors will demonstrate technical knowledge, troubleshooting ability, speed, and accuracy in hands-on maintenance challenges.
Awards & Recognition
Flight Operations (Ops)
1st Place — $3,000
2nd Place — $2,000
3rd Place — $1,000
Maintenance (Mx)
1st Place — $500 + Tool Package
2nd Place — $200 + Tool Package
3rd Place — $100 + Tool Package
Top finishers will also receive commemorative trophies and plaques.
Supporting the Next Generation
100% of event proceeds will directly support:
- Competition operations and awards
- Aviation scholarship funding
- Flight and maintenance training opportunities through LWFA
This event serves as a bridge between grassroots aviation programs like ACE and NFA, helping create stronger pathways into aviation careers for future aerospace professionals.
Participating Institutions
- Elizabeth City State University
- Texas Southern University
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology
- Northwest Mississippi Community College
- Arkansas State University Mid-South
- Additional universities and aviation partners to be announced
Join Us
Celebrate legacy. Inspire the future. Support the next generation of aviation excellence.