Get ready to take off for a day of aviation and family fun at Hillsboro’s Block Party at the Airport on Saturday, Oct. 5.
The Hillsboro Airport will open its runway for the 25th year from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering a chance to learn about jobs, check out planes and get a closer look at the facility at 3355 N.E. Cornell Road.
“It’s a great opportunity for the community to come together, engage aviation enthusiasts of all ages, and offer a unique, behind-the-scenes tour of a working airport,” said Allison Ferré, media relations manager for the Port of Portland, which manages the Hillsboro Airport and is the event sponsor.
Formerly known as the “Hillsboro Air Fair,” the event might have a new name, but the flight plans haven’t changed. Take a trip behind the scenes with a tour of the Hillsboro Airport and Airfield, which includes inside views of business jets and airplane restoration projects.
“Pilots in training” can test their flight skills with a computer-based flight simulator, and young aviation enthusiasts can soar in the Kids Zone — filled with an obstacle course bouncy house, paper airplane making and photo opportunities.