Open House and
Free Lunch at SMO
Saturday, June 4

Join us for an open house, complimentary lunch and optional WINGS seminar from noon to 2pm.

Spend a fun-filled hour or so at the airport...you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie of pilots who share a passion for flying. You'll also be able to ask our instructors or staff members any questions you may have. There is no cost or obligation to attend either the lunch or seminar.

Seminar Topic:
VFR Navigation
We'll be covering:
Planning Procedures
Publications and Calculations
New Flight Planning Tools
and more...

We're Your Neighbors
American Flyers, SMO
2501 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 390.2099
Director: Jay Elder

Driving directions
Airport Information

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