60 Years of Training & Friendship | German Air Force Exhibitions

Sheppard Air Force Base is proud to support and stand alongside our German Air Force partners as we celebrate 60 Years of German Pilot Training and 70 Years of friendship between Sheppard AFB and the German Air Force — a milestone of shared heritage, enduring cooperation, and a mission we’ve carried forward together.
Join us at Midwestern State University for two public exhibitions showcasing decades of collaboration, aviation history, and the evolution of jet pilot training.
📅 Event Dates
• 70 Years German Air Force Exhibit: August 24–28, 2026
• 60 Years German Jet Pilot Training Exhibit: August 24–September 25, 2026
📍 Locations
• Clark Student Center – 70 Years GAF Exhibit
• Bridwell Activities Center – 60 Years Pilot Training Exhibit
✨ What You’ll See
• Historic photos and artifacts
• Aircraft and training technology displays
• Stories of partnership between Germany and the United States
• Open-to-the-public educational exhibits for all ages
This celebration honors the enduring bond between our nations and the thousands of pilots who have trained at Sheppard AFB over the past six decades. We look forward to welcoming our community, partners, and aviation enthusiasts.