Palomar Airport Association

06/24/2026

06/23/2026

✈️ Want to be first in line when Youth Aviation Day registration opens?
This year’s event is expected to be bigger than ever, with aircraft displays, hands-on activities, aviation exhibits, and discovery flights for aspiring young aviators.
📧 Email us today to join our priority notification list and get the first opportunity to register before the general public.

06/22/2026

Thinking about a Cirrus but not ready to jump straight into transition training?
The Palomar Aviation Cirrus Simulator is a low-stress, lower-cost way to get comfortable with the Perspective avionics, checklists, automation, and emergency procedures before you ever start the engine. Build confidence, reduce workload, and make your transition training more productive from day one.
Fly smarter before you fly higher.

06/10/2026

Tonight Only!!! A rare opportunity to learn from a true master. Free event, but seating is limited. PAA welcomes THE Joe Godfrey! 5:30pm at The Landings

06/05/2026

✈️ Aviation Networking & Happy Hour ✈️

Join us Wednesday, June 10th at 5:30 PM at The Landings Restaurant for an evening of aviation, insights, and great company.

Our featured speaker, Joe Godfrey, leads the engine analysis team at Savvy Aviation⁠, reviewing thousands of engine monitor downloads and borescope images to help aircraft owners make smarter maintenance decisions.

Whether you’re a pilot, aircraft owner, student, or aviation enthusiast, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow aviators and hear from one of the industry’s most respected experts.

📍 The Landings Restaurant
🗓 Wednesday, June 10
🕠 5:30 PM

06/01/2026

Join Kathy Felker, CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP, for an immersive 10-Week Private Pilot Ground School at Western Flight at McClellan-Palomar Airport.

Whether your goal is to earn your Private Pilot Certificate or simply gain a deeper understanding of aviation, this course provides the knowledge and foundation needed for success in the cockpit.

📅 Starts: June 6, 2026
👥 Limited to 10 students
📞 Kathy Felker: 760-505-3376

Seats are limited. Contact Kathy today to reserve your spot and take the first step toward earning your wings.

05/30/2026

Sometimes it’s best to learn in-person.

05/15/2026

Smoke in the cockpit. A popped autopilot breaker. Fog rolling in over the coast.

This month’s IMC Club dives into real-world decision making with two timely scenarios designed to sharpen your IFR thinking and cockpit management skills. Hosted by Joe Godfrey of Savvy Aviation, this is one of the best ways to stay sharp, connect with fellow aviators, and earn FREE FAA WINGS credit.

📍 Tuesday, May 19🕡 6:30 PM📍 County Administration Building – First Floor

Registration isn’t required, but it helps us plan seating and makes WINGS processing easier. Bring a fellow pilot or student and share this post with your aviation friends!

05/10/2026

This Wednesday at The Landings.

Pilot. Documentary filmmaker. Conflict-zone storyteller.

Joel Parker has flown into places commercial airliners won’t even touch — documenting humanitarian crises and war zones from the cockpit and behind the camera.

Join us for an unforgettable night of aviation stories, networking, and community at Palomar Airport.

Wednesday • 5:30 PM • The Landings Restaurant