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49th Annual Air Race Classic 2026
June 22 – 26, 2026
The McComb-Pike County Airport (KMCB) is a stop on this year’s Annual Air Race Classic, a cross-country race for women. The race is June 22–26, with racers projected to fly by or stop in at KMCB on June 24 and 25.
McComb-Pike County Airport
McComb, MS
More information: Brittany Lofton, Magnolia Airworks, 601-684-8950, [email protected]; www.airraceclassic.org

JMAA Celebrates National Aviation Industry Day
Join JMAA as they celebrate National Aviation Industry Day and recognize the achievements, innovation and impact of the aviation industry. The event will bring together industry professionals, stakeholders and community partners for a day of networking, education and engagement.
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
100 Cross Street
Jackson, MS 39298
More information: Veronica Christmas, Community Business Engagement, [email protected]

FreedomFest: America’s 250th Celebration
Enjoy live entertainment, military flybys, fireworks, craft market, food trucks and other family friendly activities. Open to the public; free entry.
Gates open at 2 p.m.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Columbus Air Force Base
Columbus, MS
More information: columbusafbliving.com/freedom-fest

2026 MAA Annual Conference
Join us at the premier meeting for aviation business executives in the state.
Wednesday-Friday, September 30 – October 2, 2026 (Early registration deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026)
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
Biloxi, MS
Registration: msairportsassociation.com/conference-registration
More information: www.msairportsassociation.com