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We’re almost there—and we can’t wait to see everyone in Kanab!

  • 56 aircraft are registered for the Rutan Fly-In!

  • 28 aircraft are registered to compete in the Turner Classic!

  • Aircraft parking is first come, first served. Please bring your own tie-downs and chocks if you can.

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Safe travels, and we’ll see you soon!

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📅 At a Glance

 

Friday: Early Arrivals
Saturday: Arrivals, Burger Burn, Turner Classic Pilot Briefing
Sunday: Turner Classic, Brunch at Airport, Beyond Blue Sky, Banquet
Monday: Departures

Registered Aircraft: 56!!!!

Registered Attendees: 117!

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❤️ Why We Love Kanab

Kanab offers some of the most beautiful flying and hiking scenery in the region, paired with a small‑town community that genuinely looks forward to our visit each year. For many of us, the destination is as much a part of the experience as the airplanes and the people.

September 5-6, 2026

Come for the airplanes. Return for the people.

For over 30 years, Labor Day weekend has brought the canard community together in one of the most spectacular flying destinations in the country. Whether you're flying in, driving in, or simply curious about canard aviation, we're glad you're here.

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Fly-In Merchandise available now!

Click HEREor go to https://canardstuff.com/collection/kanab2026

✈️ PLEASE REGISTER

WHY REGISTRATION MATTERS

Registration is imperative for planning. Your registration helps us:

  • Plan aircraft parking
  • Prepare accurate meal headcounts
  • Organize supplies and event logistics
  • Send important participant updates

In other words—please don’t go hungry because you forgot to register! 😊

Register to Attend

🏨 FOUR HOTEL ROOMS JUST OPENED UP!

Four rooms have become available at the Comfort Suites. If you previously wanted to attend but could not find lodging, this may be your opportunity!

The rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis:

Reserve Now!


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The Turner Classic Timed Event is one of the highlights of the Rutan Fly-In. You can run the course to see how fast you can go and maybe even earn bragging rights until next year!

Turner Classic Registration

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The City of Kanab is a huge supporter of our fly-in. They look forward to our visit every year, and they provide a lot for us. The airport has been continuously improving throughout 2026, and they have even more space than before in addition to a new fuel farm.

Airport Information

Kanab, Utah is the ultimate "Little Hollywood" basecamp for Southern Utah. From the air or ground, you can see iconic slot canyons, cinematic geological formations, and world-renowned parks like Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and the Grand Canyon North Rim.

Tourism Information

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BEYOND BLUE SKY: The Untold Story of the First Private Astronauts

Please join us Sunday at 2 PM at The Redstone Theater for a special screening of “Beyond Blue Sky: The Untold Story of the First Private Astronauts” with Director Kevin Curran. This event is sponsored by Black Sky Composites, LLC to give us a big discount on tickets. Get out of the heat for the afternoon and come see this documentary filled with historic interviews!

Beyond Blue Sky Website

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❤️Community Spotlight: Hannah and Jacob Lamoreax

If you've attended the Kanab Fly-In over the past several years, you've probably met Hannah and Jacob—or at least seen them with cameras in hand.

What began as two young aviation enthusiasts taking pictures of unique homebuilt aircraft has grown into something much more. Hannah and Jacob have become an important part of our fly-in family, capturing the people, airplanes, and memories that make Kanab so special. Their beautiful photographs and incredible banquet slideshow have become a tradition many of us look forward to each year, preserving moments we'll treasure for years to come.

Their passion for aviation extends well beyond photography. From building model airplanes and flying radio-controlled aircraft to spending time at their local airport watching airplanes come and go, they've developed a genuine love of flying and aerodynamics. Inspired by the many pilots who have generously shared their time, encouragement, and even airplane rides over the years, both Hannah and Jacob are now pursuing their Private Pilot Certificates.

Hannah hopes to complete her flight training before the end of the summer, with Jacob planning to follow soon after. If you'd like to help support the next generation of aviators—and say thank you for everything they've contributed to our community—we invite you to learn more about their journey.

🛩️Support Hannah & Jacob's Aviation Journey

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Until September...
Fly safely.
Finish that project.
Take a friend flying.
We'll see you in Kanab.
— Jessica


Have any questions?
Please contact me
Jessica Paggen
🌐KanabFlyIn@outlook.com
📲(303) 903-7399