Experience the
Spirit of Kentucky

October 3, 2026 | Capital City Airport | Frankfort, KY

A one-of-a-kind aviation event blending precision flying,
Kentucky heritage, and purpose-driven impact.

The Spirit of Kentucky Air Race celebrates the longstanding heritage of aviation across the Commonwealth in addition to the craftmanship of its world-renowned distilleries.

This unique aerial event will challenge pilots as they navigate a scenic course across the Bluegrass, flying over iconic bourbon landmarks – all in support of accessible aviation education.

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There's a Seat at
the Table for You

When you join the table, you help showcase Kentucky’s heritage, connect aviation enthusiasts nationwide, and empower DreamFlight’s mission to inspire future aviators.

DreamFlight Charities is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization;
All donations made to DreamFlight Charities, Inc. are tax-deductible.

Pilot Registration

Join DreamFlight Charities and the Sport Air Racing League across a challenging cross country race featuring numerous waypoints along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

Registration Opening Soon

Event Sponsorships

Discover strategic, high-impact partnership opportunities - all paired with meaningful engagement of our aviation community and enthusiasts at the national level.

Download Our Partnership Guide

Awards Gala

Join us for an enchanted evening, complete with dinner, bourbon tasting, and celebration of our air race participants while looking to the future of flight in Kentucky.

Ticketing Opening Soon

Volunteer Opportunities

Help advance the mission of DreamFlight Charities by volunteering through this unique fundraising event designer to highlight two great heritages of the Bluegrass State.

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"Kentucky is a land of heritage,
where tradition is not preserved
- it's lived."

About DreamFlight Charities

Empowering the Next Generation of Aviators

DreamFlight Charities looks to utilize aviation as a transformative tool in the lives of Kentucky students, all while inspiring and equipping the next generation of industry workers by removing barriers to aviation education, connecting students to real-world flight experiences, and partnering with communities, airports, and industry leaders to build pathways into aviation careers.